AOG: Recent Episodes
Austin Harrington
AOG is a platform designed to bring light to the world by sharing information and unique personal experiences. No judgement, no agenda, no BS — just positive energy.
Health. Purpose. Gratitude.
Michael Hebron is a long time PGA professional, and one of the most influential instructors in the game of golf.
In this episode we discuss learning, instruction, mindset, and golf.
0:04:20 "Better doesn't exist": Michael's unique approach to learning and progress
0:16:02 Be PLAY-ful: Cultivating the growth mindset to make significant improvement
0:20:59 Training the tool: Understanding the rules of the golf club
0:26:20 Mind the GAP: Eliminating expectations to improve performance
0:39:50 Michael's evaluation of modern golf instruction (plus tips!)
0:51:13 The power of learning, memory, and applying
0:57:40 Michael's advice on how to enjoy your time on the golf course
MICHAEL HEBRON FULL BIO
Decades ago Michael Hebron played a key role in orchestrating the first PGA of America Teaching and Coaching Summit, bringing together over 700 instructors from 14 countries to share ideas on teaching methods. Following that event, Michael gained the nickname of "the teacher's teacher.” Through his dedication Michael earned the honored status of becoming the 23rd PGA of America Master Professional. His book, See and Feel the Inside Move the Outside, was the first golf instruction book accepted as a PGA thesis. Michael has appeared on The Charley Rose Show, Today Show, The Golf Channel and numerous local cable shows. Golf Magazine and Golf Digest have consistently named Hebron as a member (since their first listings) of America’s Top 50 Instructors.
NATIONAL AWARDS PGA Hall of Fame 2013 World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame 2019 Presently top 28 teacher as ranked by GOLF DIGEST in 2013 Sam Snead Award – Met PGA 2010 Golf Magazine Top 50 Instructors List 1991–present PGA of America Teacher of the Year 1991 National PGA Horton Smith Trophy Recipient 1990 Top 15 Golf Digest’s Teacher’s Choice List 1998–present (elected by peers) Lindy Award (Junior Golf) 1973 INTERNATIONAL HONORS Created and Coordinated: 1990 — 1st European PGA Teaching Conference 1989 — 1st Canadian PGA Teaching Conference 1988 — 1st PGA of America Teaching and Coaching Summit Consulting Instructor — Swiss PGA, French PGA, Italian PGA, Swedish PGA, Finland PGA MET PGA DIVISION AWARDS MET PGA Horton Smith Award 1990, 1989, 1981 MET PGA Professional of the Year 1982 MET PGA Teacher of the Year 1991, 1987 MET PGA Honor Roll 1973 SOCIETY MEMBERSHIPS Learning and the Brain Society (LBS) American Society of Training and Development (ASTD) American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) National Center for Science Education (NCSE) Association for Scholastic Curriculum Development (ASCD) Phi Delta Kappa International Education Association (PDKIEA) High School Coaches Association (HSCA) Professional Golf Association of America (PGA) United States Golf Association (USGA) AUTHOR . Learning With the Brain In Mind • Golf Swing Secrets…and Lies: Six Timeless Lessons (book) • Blueprints for Building Your Golf Swing video (rated 4 stars of 5-star excellence by Golf Magazine) • Blueprints for Parents & Children Learning Golf (DVD) • See and Feel the Inside Move the Outside (book) The Art and Zen of Learning Golf (book) • Building and Improving Golf Mind, Golf Body Golf Swing (book and video) • NGF’s Instructor’s Guide and Coach’s Guide • Contributor to PGA Teaching Manual, PGA Tournament Manual, and First Swing publications
Gabe Boyce is the Director of an ETS Sports Performance gym in Michigan. Gabe is extremely passionate about training, nutrition, and athletics — and impressively overcame an Achilles injury and pandemic to build a profitable gym last year.
We discuss all things health, mindset, and the lessons we’ve learned over the years.
0:00:00 Mentors
0:03:25 The mental benefits of a good diet, some activity, and balance
0:06:41 Demystifying the complexities of safe, effective weight training
0:53:15 Considering the prioritization of health and nutritional habits in a hierarchy
1:27:57 The importance (and simplification) of tracking calories
1:37:01 Gabe's journey to sports performance and training
1:46:20 Having a growth mindset and sharing knowledge with others
1:49:51 Gabe's Life Lessons and final thoughts
Jake Kirsch is the Director of ETS Rochester — a sports and athletic performance facility.
Jake is an aura of positivity and encouragement. His intentional mindset is paired with impressive physical strength... the guy is JACKED.
We discuss Jake’s journey, coaching, leadership, nutrition, and more.
0:00 Helping others grow: Directing at ETS Rochester
4:30: Jake’s Journey to Gopher Football
14:11 The long haul: Training for Performance
25:03 Improvements through balance
31:46 Squat-ober & Dead-cember
34:33 Nutrition
40:40 Keys to effective leadership
44:05 Training recovery
46:55 Closing thoughts & Final Q
Brent Snyder is a PGA member, the Director of Instruction at Troy Burne GC, the owner of BSG, and a very skilled golfer himself.
Brent is one of the more genuine guys I’ve had the pleasure of having sit down with me. His mindset is centered around gratitude, service, and connection.
1:55 The PGA Championship
11:49 Instilling confidence in yourself
18:24 Transitioning from business to golf
22:11 Finding flow & maximizing practice
27:30 Conversion vs. Avoidance
30:16 Connection, Communication, Commitment
45:52 Austin’s golf journey & The State Open
50:37 Quick Qs & Final question
Carter Schmitz is a trainer, sports performance fanatic, CPA, and golf enthusiast. He is one seriously healthy and fit individual.
In part two of our conversation, we discuss golf fitness, nutrition, mindset on the course, and Carter’s why.
0:48 Consistency & Mental Approach to Golf
7:11 The three keys of High-Load Strength Training
23:30 Top exercises for Mobility & Stability
28:37 Top compound exercises for Balanced Strength
33:24 Navigating the Gray Area of Nutrition
42:35 Closing & Carter’s “Three Things”
Carter Schmitz is a trainer, sports performance fanatic, CPA, and golf enthusiast. He is one seriously healthy and fit individual.
In part one of a two part series, we discuss golfers today, coaching, mentality, mindset on the course, and getting better at golf.
0:00 Ball Position & Compressing Irons
4:45 Field Goal Kicking & Golf
10:23 Who is Carter Schmitz?
17:03 Importance of Strength & Conditioning in Golf?
27:28 Preventing Injuries to Increase Longevity
33:58 Mathematical Chaos Theory
39:06 Learning & Teaching — Direction versus Discovery
49:57 Effective Practice
1:01:30 Think-box, Play-box
1:05:40 Mastering Putting
Kari Meyer is a business owner, health coach, IPE bikini professional, and one very inspiring person to be around.
We discuss nutrition and lifestyle, making changes, building a business, and how she builds confidence.
0:35 Kari’s Journey: Creating Success from Failure
19:13 Being Your Own Best Friend
25:37 The Nutrition of a Professional Fitness Competitor
31:30 Kari’s Experience Building her Business
44:03 Personal & Team Growth
50:38 Building Confidence & Final Q
Brandon Poliszuk is an entrepreneur, creator, and connector. He is the founder of The Social Butterfly, Link n Drink, and the creative director for UNRL.
I thoroughly appreciate his mindset and the intentions he sets for his life and business.
We discuss adding value to others, leadership lessons, morning routine, presence, and much more.
3:24 - Brandon’s journey
13:19 - Purpose, passion, and taking risks
18:10 - Providing value & building relationships
24:23 - Shooting your shot: meeting & working with Michael Jordan
29:18 - Creating effective leadership habits
41:47 - Establishing valuable routines, habits, and organizing your thoughts
54:06 - Growth & becoming the best version of yourself
1:00:22 Brandon’s book recs & final Q
Jon DuToit is a purposeful, well intentioned, seriously talented individual. He’s a former professional golfer who now works as a full time mentor with CGF (College Golf Fellowship).
We discuss our golf experiences, finding flow states, and the meaning behind what we do.
4:08 The State Open, Faith, & College Golf Fellowship 11:00 Golf experiences & Getting out of your own way 23:25 Tips to play better golf 35:40 Realizing your identity & Finding purpose 47:44 Book recommendations 50:29 Jon’s why & Final Q
I had the honor of playing in the 2020 Minnesota State Open. It was an unbelievable experience.
In this episode I talk about the lessons I learned from the event and how we can apply them moving forward.
Enjoy folks and remember, what you do matters!
Jon is the Head Coach for the mens soccer team at the University of St. Thomas.
He is one of the most thoughtful, curious, and driven guys I know.
We talk golf, leadership, curiosity, mindfulness, and the power of asking for help.
1:42 Building Friendship 12:48 Curiosity & Coaching 23:57 Taking Care of Yourself 36:30 Being Present & Aware 45:42 Prioritization 57:16 Communicating & Picking Battles 1:04:52 Leadership 1:10:38 Mission & Final Q
Dr. Alex Twenge is the owner of a chiropractic and physical therapy clinic. His approach to recovery and performance is refreshing, as his facility is so much more than crack and adjust.
We talk all things recovery, manipulating the nervous system, and why it’s essential to care.
2:40 Alex’s background & journey 7:26 Shoulder rehab 13:58 Pliability & critical thinking 19:15 Mental connection — stimulus 30:02 Research & health talk 40:25 Manipulating nervous system 59:40 Training & passion 1:14:00 See the big picture 1:20:05 Finding purpose 1:30:46 Final Q
Michael Walker is one of the realest dudes I know. He is fit, strong, and very knowledgable in the world of training and performance.
Michael is currently the director of ETS North Metro — a sports performance facility in Coon Rapids, Minnesota.
We discuss athletic performance, finding purpose, and building trust.
6:00 Football & SCSU 18:00 Back issues & core engagement 23:00 Training education 29:45 Know, Like, Trust 35:37 Passion & energy 50:30 Michaels journey 1:12:00 Podcast & book recs 1:18:15 Finding purpose
Jamo & Sarah Parsons are two of the most kind and genuine people I know. They are also two freakishly athletic people.
Sarah is a professional volleyball player and Jamo is currently pursuing his MBA.
We discuss mindset in relationships, experiences traveling, and lessons they’ve learned through a life of athletics.
1:02 - Sarah & volleyball 6:14 - Jamo & football career 13:10 - Relationship talk 30:02 - Experiences from traveling 45:08 - Lessons from athletics 50:30 - Next chapter 57:50 - Growth & service 1:03:50 - Final Q
Austin is a leader, with a mission to show people the potential already inside of them. He’s a strength coach, podcaster, and brand builder by trade. We discuss building a personal brand, real personal growth, and the importance of making an impact. 3:45 - Growth from Content 5:37 - Titles & Certifications 10:40 - Building a Brand 29:54 - Looking in the Mirror 41:05 - Taking Ownership 52:08 - Managing Productive Energy 1:04:43 - Self Education & Books 1:11:30 - Impact & Final Q
Booden is a passionate guy, who has a refreshing mindset at his young age.
We discuss mindfulness, perspective, and purpose.
Stick around until the end of the episode to hear about his unique baseball career.
3:50 Athlete to Real World 10:40 Perspective from Traveling 21:00 Photography 23:46 Sensory Deprivation Tanks 31:35 Mindfulness 40:45 Impacting Youth Baseball 49:05 Purpose & Life Lessons 54:50 Booden’s Baseball Career
Brittany Falk is one seriously upbeat and inspiring person.
We discuss dieting, identity, self talk, and growth.
5:30 Purpose 10:08 Body Image & Self Talk 15:15 Making healthy change 25:30 Dieting to be lean 36:33 Building an Identity 40:48 Faith 49:25 Enjoying Tasty Food 56:03 Health Habits 1:03:13 Book recommendations 1:06:24 Final Question
Sam and I have both made some serious changes in our health practices since high school. There are lessons to be learned from our journey.
In this easygoing conversation, we talk about sleep, nutrition, and health at the office.
3:30 - Morning workout 9:10 - Sauna reset 15:13 - Sleep 17:35 - Healthy foods 23:04 - Net Carbs 23:57 - Supplements 26:40 - Avoiding junk food 29:30 - Navigating happy hour 33:40 - Lessons from bad habits 36:52 - Health advice - 3 tips
Ralph is one of the most grateful and inspiring people I know.
At one point, Ralph was sleeping in a park. Fast forward to this past October, when his foundation raised over $250,000 - feeding 10,000 FAMILIES on thanksgiving. Wow.
We discuss leadership, love, health, and gratitude.
Here’s a short little clip highlighting our past guests! In each episode I ask my guest the same final question. The answers vary, but one thing has become extremely clear... BE YOU!
Enjoy folks, and thank you for supporting and listening to AOG!
Chase is a young, driven PGA professional. He is also a fitness and wellness enthusiast.
We discuss golf, growth, and the benefits of getting uncomfortable.
2:03 - Early golf career 6:35 - Gaining swing speed 9:35 - PGA Assistants Championship 23:40 - Self challenges (cold showers) 32:10 - Adding value on Instagram 37:32 - Finding a career 42:07 - Fitness & golf practice routines 51:58 - Future goals 1:00:07 - Books, Audiobooks, & Podcasts 1:08:40 - Final 2Qs
I am not a doctor, nor am I claiming to have all the answers. Please do not take this as medical information.
I simply truly believe in the power of fasting, and if you give me 20 minutes to understand, I think you will too.
Share this information with as many people as possible, and let’s continue — together — to strive to become the most vibrant, energized, and healthiest people we can be.
Antone is one educated and ambitious young man. He strives to carry an underdog mentality.
His mission is to motivate and empower others through sport.
We discuss fitness, fasting, adversity, and historical activists.
This story is about a hacker and his caddie taking a shot at qualifying for the Minnesota State Open.
It’s about brotherhood, my journey with golf, and the lessons the game has taught me along the way.
I hope this story inspires you to spend more time on the things that hold true value in your life, and to do it with the people you love.
Rashad Cohen is one inspiring young man. He is a bolt of energy to be around — his knowledge and passion exudes.
We discuss beliefs, world travel, impacting others, and finding your purpose.
The first guest on AOG is non other than my brother, James Lee Farrow.
James is a charismatic, entertaining, and talented dude. From a highly recruited football star to a signed artist — he’s had quite the experience at a young age.
We discuss childhood, surviving, music lifestyle, and health habits.