Published by The Par Train - A Mental Golf Show
Golf game off the rails? Sick of riding the struggle bus? You've come to the right place. The Par Train helps frustrated golfers #EnjoyTheRide again, because if you can learn to smile through bad golf, you can smile through anything. The Par Train Podcast is a top 10 golf podcast in the United States unpacking the mental game with PGA Tour Pros, best-selling authors, CEOs, sports psychologists, every day golfers like you to make the hardest game in the world feel easy and help you finally get back on track. Welcome aboard!
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This is the second installment (back by popular demand as a replay rate we all need to hear again) of the "coaching calls" mini-series where Ev brings on the players he coaches on the mental game, and they unpack what helped them break through so you can do the same. Lisa hops aboard the Train for the first time to detail her crazy journey. Only working with Ev for four months, her handicap plummeted from a 15 to a 10, she won a four-ball match at her club, played great in the club championship and finally broke 80! If you feel like you have no plan and blindly hoping your game gets better -- this episode is for you. Riding the struggle bus? Get one-on-one mental coaching from Ev here ! New Secret Weapon for the Golf Course: Want a little boost to stay calm and collected on the golf course? Mojo Country Club gummies have time-released caffeine, lion's mane, kanna and other goodness to help you play within yourself. The first time Ev tried them he made his hole-in-one, so... Go to mojocountryclub.com and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off. GET DIALED AND FINALLY IMPROVE: Want to stop obsessing over swing positions and instead improve your sequencing, hit the ball longer by swinging lighter? Dial in your wedges and putting? Go to https://www.thestacksystem.com/pages/thepartrain and enter the code TRAIN for 10% off. If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★
What if there was no such thing as a bad break? What if you could think slow and play fast? We talk Ryan Fox's winning mindset, Bryson controversy, Scottie, Sam Burns, Royal Birkdale, the Open overall, and so much more. Welcome aboard to the 2026 Open Championship Recap episode. IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT GPS AND SCORING Download the Grint app here , follow Evan Singer, and get updates on Ev's round live. Ev's used the app for years but is now focused on using the advanced stats to figure out what parts of his game need to improve the most. GET DIALED Want to hit the ball further and hit it closer into greens with dialed wedges and putting? Go to https://www.thestacksystem.com/pages/thepartrain and enter the code TRAIN for 10% off. If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★
Excited for the 2026 Open Championship? Ev and Cerm dive into the history of Royal Birkdale, break down what makes it unique vs. other open rota courses, explore the most exciting storylines like Jordan Spieth, Justin Rose and so much more. The strategy, the stories, the history. This episode is everything you need to know about the 2026 Open Championship. New Secret Weapon for the Golf Course: Want a little boost to stay calm and collected on the golf course? Mojo Country Club gummies have time-released caffeine, lion's mane, kanna and other goodness to help you play within yourself. The first time Ev tried them he made his hole-in-one, so... Go to mojocountryclub.com and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off. GET DIALED Want to hit the ball further and hit it closer into greens with dialed wedges and putting? Go to https://www.thestacksystem.com/pages/thepartrain and enter the code TRAIN for 10% off. If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★
Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 5-7 minute clip of every episode from June. Episodes from June: #474 - How to Stop Compounding Mistakes (A Course Management Masterclass) #476 - The Grit, Glory, and Chaos of the U.S. Open's History (Replay Rate) #477 - The Difference Between Confidence and Resilience (2026 US Open Recap) #479 - Find a Way With NFL Legend Merril Hoge SUMMER GEAR ALERT All new summer polos, tees, lightweight shorts and more are now available at Rhoback Activewear (the only brand we wear head to toe literally everywhere). Tap this link for 20% off before they sell out! We hope this episode helps you #EnjoyTheRide! ★ Support this podcast ★
Sick of the blow-up holes? Wonder why you keep making double bogeys even though you're trying not to? Ev went 20 years with making 2-4 doubles every round. The last 3 rounds, he only had ONE. The next round, he made four. This episode, this deep dive, unpacks why, the patterns and how you can finally get off the double train. IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT GPS AND SCORING Download the Grint app here , follow Evan Singer, and get updates on Ev's round live. Ev's used the app for years but is now focused on using the advanced stats to figure out what parts of his game need to improve the most. SUMMER GEAR ALERT New Rhoback spring polos, lightweight shorts, vests and more are now available. Tap this link for 20% off before they sell out! If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★
Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A popular short-form series compiling bite-sized insights to lift you up and challenge your thinking on the way to your next round. Today's LFG episode is about getting back to SIMPLE. If over complicating things is a struggle for you, play this on the way to your next round! If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! ★ Support this podcast ★
If you think golf is hard, wait until you hear Merrill Hoge's story. The former NFL running back has overcome nearly every obstacle imaginable—career-ending injuries, cancer, open-heart surgery, and more—all while living by one simple mantra: Find A Way. This conversation isn't about football. It's about resilience, perspective, and the mindset every golfer needs when things don't go according to plan. FINALLY GET BETTER. THE BEST GOLF TRAINING EV'S EVER USED Want to stop obsessing over swing positions and instead improve your sequencing, raise your cruising speed so you can hit the ball longer by swinging lighter? Dial in your wedges and putting? Go to https://www.thestacksystem.com/pages/thepartrain and enter the code TRAIN for 10% off. WALK BETTER. SWING BETTER. Your connection to the ground starts with your shoes. True Linkswear combines incredible comfort with the stability and traction you need to swing your best. Head to truelinkswear.com and use code TRAIN20 for 20% off. If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★
Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 5-7 minute clip of every episode from May. Episodes from May: #468 - Why the World's Best Golf Courses Feel Different with Architect Bill Coore (Part 2) #470 - Is the PGA Championship the Worst Major? (PGA Championship Preview/Replay Rate) #471 - What Aaron Rai Understands About Golf That Most Amateurs Don't (2026 PGA Championship Recap) #472 - The Greenskeeper (With The Craziest Swing in Golf) Who Learned to Ignore Everything Modern Golf Teaches #473 - The Most Underrated Way to Improve Your Golf Game (Hint: Probably the last thing you want to do) Best Golf Improvement System Ev has Ever Used Want to stop obsessing over swing positions and instead improve your sequencing, raise your cruising speed so you can hit the ball longer by swinging lighter? Dial in your wedges and putting? Go to https://www.thestacksystem.com/pages/thepartrain and enter the code TRAIN for 10% off. We hope this episode helps you #EnjoyTheRide! ★ Support this podcast ★
Wyndham Clark wins his second U.S. Open Championship, but what does this mean for you and your game? Can you learn how to harness the art of competition and learn how to fight when the round gets tough? What is confidence vs. what is resilience? Is the chase of confidence hurting us long-term? What about a me against the world mentality? If you want to learn how to get your best out of the round when it seems everything is going wrong, this episode is for you. IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT GPS AND SCORING Download the Grint app here , follow Evan Singer, and get updates on Ev's round live. Ev's used the app for years but is now focused on using the advanced stats to figure out what parts of his game need to improve the most. SUMMER GEAR ALERT New Rhoback spring polos, lightweight shorts, vests and more are now available. Tap this link for 20% off before they sell out! If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★
What was the U.S. Open like when it started in the early 1900s? How did it become golf's toughest test? Why do the best players win the US Open but one win wonders win PGA's? Ev and Cerm go through the making of the U.S. Open, debate their favorite majors, break down Oakmont CC, winner history and so much more to get you ready for the 2025 U.S. Open Championship. Want to get more grit and resilience in your game -- this episode is also for you. NEW SECRET WEAPON: Want a little boost to stay calm and collected on the golf course? Mojo Country Club gummies have time-released caffeine, lion's mane, kanna and other goodness to help you play within yourself. The first time Ev tried them he made his hole-in-one, so... Go to mojocountryclub.com and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off. I'VE BEEN PRACTICING GOLF ALL WRONG Want to stop obsessing over swing positions and instead dial in your wedges? Ev went through the Stack Wedging and was blown away at how fun the wedge competition was and how much further Ev hits his wedges than what he thought. Go to https://www.thestacksystem.com/pages/thepartrain and enter the code TRAIN for 10% off. If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★
Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A popular short-form series compiling bite-sized insights to lift you up and challenge your thinking on the way to your next round. Today's LFG episode is about learning patience. If patience is a struggle for you, play this on the way to your next round! If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! ★ Support this podcast ★
Ev and Cerm hop aboard another Par Train to chip away and dig deep at Ev's recent "LIVE ON COURSE" podcast. And what they didn't expect to happen was to find multiple golden nuggets, priceless lessons about course management and how not to compound mistakes. If you're sick of making double bogeys and big numbers, this episode will change your game (not an exaggeration). Best GPS and Scorecard App Holding Ev Accountable Download the Grint app here , follow Evan Singer, and get updates on Ev's round live. Ev's used the app for years but is now focused on using the advanced stats to figure out what parts of his game need to improve the most. Spring Gear! New Rhoback spring polos, lightweight shorts, vests and more are now available. Tap this link for 20% off before they sell out! If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★
This week, Cerm's former college teammate and current +2 handicap Jay McBride hops aboard the train to share why he's getting back into competitive golf after years away from the tournament scene. Whether you're thinking about joining a men's league, playing in your club championship, entering your first tournament, or simply challenging yourself more often, this episode is for you. We dive into the importance of competition, why most golfers stop improving, and how getting back to the basics, starting with setup and fundamentals, can unlock better golf without reinventing your swing. If you've been looking for a sign to challenge yourself again, this might be it. Best GPS and Scorecard App Holding Ev Accountable Download the Grint app here , follow Evan Singer, and get updates on Ev's round live. Ev's used the app for years but is now focused on using the advanced stats to figure out what parts of his game need to improve the most. BEST WEDGE PRACTICE EV HAS EVER HAD Want to stop obsessing over swing positions and instead improve your sequencing, raise your cruising speed so you can hit the ball longer by swinging lighter? Dial in your wedges and putting? Go to https://www.thestacksystem.com/pages/thepartrain and enter the code TRAIN for 10% off. If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★
Aaron Caraway ( @1percentgolf ) hops aboard the Train with one of the craziest swings on the internet. Even crazier? He'll probably beat you. This episode is a refreshing one. It's about playing the game your way, ignoring modern advice, and swinging your swing. If you ever get in your own way, this episode is for you. Best GPS and Scorecard App Holding Ev Accountable Download the Grint app here , follow Evan Singer, and get updates on Ev's round live. Ev's used the app for years but is now focused on using the advanced stats to figure out what parts of his game need to improve the most. BEST WEDGE PRACTICE EV HAS EVER HAD Want to stop obsessing over swing positions and instead improve your sequencing, raise your cruising speed so you can hit the ball longer by swinging lighter? Dial in your wedges and putting? Go to https://www.thestacksystem.com/pages/thepartrain and enter the code TRAIN for 10% off. If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★
What does Aaron Rai get about golf that most of us don't? Is Aaron Rai the most relatable major winner we've seen in years? What did Aaron Rai do better than Rory Mcilroy? What does this tell us about our own games? This and so much more in the 2026 PGA Championship Recap episode. New Secret Weapon for the Golf Course: Want a little boost to stay calm and collected on the golf course? Mojo Country Club gummies have time-released caffeine, lion's mane, kanna and other goodness to help you play within yourself. The first time Ev tried them he made his hole-in-one, so... Go to mojocountryclub.com and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off. I'VE BEEN PRACTICING MY WEDGES ALL WRONG Want to stop obsessing over swing positions and instead dial in your wedges? Ev went through the Stack Wedging and was blown away at how fun the wedge competition was and how much further Ev hits his wedges than what he thought. Go to https://www.thestacksystem.com/pages/thepartrain and enter the code TRAIN for 10% off. If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★
Did you know the PGA Championship started as match play? Did you know it was originally frowned upon to play golf for money and turn professional? Why is the PGA Championship the least favorite major? What would change that? Is the Wanamaker the best trophy in golf? All of this and more from the origins and untold story behind the PGA Championship. Best GPS and Scorecard App Holding Ev Accountable Download the Grint app here , follow Evan Singer, and get updates on Ev's round live. Ev's used the app for years but is now focused on using the advanced stats to figure out what parts of his game need to improve the most. Spring Gear! New Rhoback spring polos, lightweight shorts, vests and more are now available. Tap this link for 20% off before they sell out! If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★
Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 5-7 minute clip of every episode from April. Episodes from April: #462 - The Making of The Masters (Replay Rate) #463 - The Masters Rory Almost Lost (Again!) and What It Can Teach You About Your Own Game (Masters 2026 Recap) #465 - LIVE on Course - The Thought That Got Me Out of My Own Way #466 - Why the World's Best Golf Courses Feel Different with Architect Bill Coore (Part 1) Best GPS and Scorecard App Holding Ev Accountable Download the Grint app here , follow Evan Singer, and get updates on Ev's round live. Ev's used the app for years but is now focused on using the advanced stats to figure out what parts of his game need to improve the most. We hope this episode helps you #EnjoyTheRide! ★ Support this podcast ★
Ev flew to Scottsdale, AZ to sit down for the longest (and maybe most special) interview he's conducted in almost 10 years of co-hosting this podcast. The guest? Legendary golf course designer Bill Coore of Coore and Crenshaw. Some of his and Ben Crenshaw's courses include Bandon Trails, Sand Hills, Kapalua Plantation Course, Sand Valley, Sheep Ranch, Ozark National, Old Sandwich, Streamsong Red, Te Arai Links South, Cabot Cliffs and 30+ more. Part 2 is centered around how he builds, the golf courses, and the stories behind them. If you want to fall in love with golf again, learn why you love certain courses over others, and feel at ease while you listen to one of the greatest men in golf, this episode is for you. New Secret Weapon for the Golf Course: Want a little boost to stay calm and collected on the golf course? Mojo Country Club gummies have time-released caffeine, lion's mane, kanna and other goodness to help you play within yourself. The first time Ev tried them he made his hole-in-one, so... Go to mojocountryclub.com and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off. Want one-on-one coaching from Ev in 2026? Golf game off the rails? Want to learn how to better deal with stress, self doubt, fear and more off the course? See if you're a good fit for 1-on-1 coaching with Ev in 2026. Tap this link and fill out the form to see if you'd qualify for Evan's coaching program! If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★
Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A popular short-form series compiling bite-sized insights to lift you up and challenge your thinking on the way to your next round. Today's LFG episode is about how there are no pictures on a scorecard. If you've ever needed the reminder that golf isn't a game of perfect, this episode's for you. If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! ★ Support this podcast ★
Ev flew to Scottsdale, AZ to sit down for the longest (and maybe most special) interview he's conducted in almost 10 years of co-hosting this podcast. The guest? Legendary golf course designer Bill Coore of Coore and Crenshaw. Some of his and Ben Crenshaw's courses include Bandon Trails, Sand Hills, Kapalua Plantation Course, Sand Valley, Sheep Ranch, Ozark National, Old Sandwich, Streamsong Red, Te Arai Links South, Cabot Cliffs and 30+ more. Interview part 1 dives into Bill as a man, his philosophy and how he thinks. Part 2 (next week) is centered around how he builds, the golf courses, and the stories behind them. If you want to fall in love with golf again, learn why you love certain courses over others, and feel at ease while you listen to one of the greatest men in golf, this episode is for you. GET FASTER Want to stop obsessing over swing positions and instead improve your sequencing, raise your cruising speed so you can hit the ball longer by swinging lighter? Dial in your wedges and putting? Go to https://www.thestacksystem.com/pages/thepartrain and enter the code TRAIN for 10% off. Best GPS and Scorecard App Holding Ev Accountable Download the Grint app here , follow Evan Singer, and get updates on Ev's round live. Ev's used the app for years but is now focused on using the advanced stats to figure out what parts of his game need to improve the most. If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today ! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★
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