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Women of Golf

Women of Golf

By: Ted J. Odorico and Cindy Miller
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 The Women of Golf is one of the best golf shows in the industry, bar none! Each week Executive Producer, Ted Odorico and Co-host and LPGA Professional, Cindy Miller tackle many of the important issues facing women in the golf industry today. Everything from the latest equipment and training aids, to speaking with some of the top female teaching professionals and coaches in the business. Their highly popular segment the “No B.S. Zone” highlights important issues like: Women's health, golf fitness, the mental game and how to navigate successfully around the course, are just some of the topics covered.

In addition, each season they celebrate with many of the top female players fresh off their Epson Tour win. Plus they speak to many female executives using golf to help further their careers, and to elevate women's golf. Be sure to join Ted & Cindy every Tuesday morning from 9:00-10:00 AM Eastern on the "WOMEN OF GOLF SHOW" www.blogtalkradio.com/womenofgolf. Or listen in on any of these social media platforms: iTunes, TuneIn, Castbox, Stitcher, TalkStreamLive and of coarse Spotify.

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Episodes
  • Women of Golf: Season 13 Episode 6 | Kaleiya Romero's transition from college golfer to Epson Tour

    Women of Golf: Season 13 Episode 6 | Kaleiya Romero's transition from college golfer to Epson Tour
    Apr 14 2026
    Navigating the Balance: A Deep Dive into the Life of a Young Golf Pro and Coach

    Join us as we explore Kaleiya Romero's journey from collegiate golf excellence to professional competition and coaching. Discover how balancing family, playing, and mentoring shapes her outlook and ambitions in women's golf.

    In this episode:
    • Kaleiya Romero's transition from college golfer at Pepperdine to Epson Tour contender and Oregon assistant coach.
    • Insights into her training focus, including wedge play and ball striking improvements.
    • The challenges and lessons learned from moving from team-based college golf to solo professional tournaments.
    • How coaching her sister and others has influenced her perspective on golf swing and course management.
    • The importance of maintaining mental clarity and avoiding burnout in a demanding golf career.
    • The unique dynamics of balancing competition, coaching, and personal life—plus funny anecdotes about family and late-night golf thoughts.
    Timestamps:

    00:00 - From collegiate star to Epson Tour contender: Kaleiya Romero's story
    01:26 - Introduction to Kaleiya and her achievements at Pepperdine
    02:24 - Balancing golf and coaching at Oregon
    03:12 - Recap of Florida tournament experiences and performance insights
    04:37 - How driver length impacts her game and practice focus
    05:40 - Moving from college golf to the professional circuit and the transition challenges
    07:01 - The role of family and small circles in navigating tour life
    09:02 - Experience caddying at Augusta and the significance of the venue
    10:13 - Key lessons from being a caddy and the importance of embracing the unique tour environment
    13:39 - How coaching has shifted her perspectives on golf strategy and mental approach
    15:43 - The benefits of learning from her team and adjusting her game
    18:18 - Upcoming tournaments and her goals for the season
    19:37 - Family background and support system outside golf
    22:02 - Siblings' playing styles and insights into their personalities on the course
    24:39 - The significance of playing your own game and avoiding external pressures
    26:15 - Goals for the season and the importance of enjoying the process
    27:21 - Considering coaching as a post-playing career path
    28:31 - Reflection on the coaching journey and future aspirations

    Thanks for tuning into this episode of the Women of Golf Show. Be sure to subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite platform. Join us next week for more inspiring stories from the game. Until then, keep it in the short grass!

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    51 mins
  • Women of Golf - Season 13 Episode 5 | Rising Star Mariel Galdiano

    Women of Golf - Season 13 Episode 5 | Rising Star Mariel Galdiano
    Apr 7 2026
    Mastering the Mental Game in Golf and Protecting Your Lead. In this episode, Epson Tour player, Mariel Galdiano shares her approach to maintaining focus during tournaments, mental resilience, and how to stay within your game when the stakes are high. Plus, insights from Cindy Miller on protecting versus attacking when holding a lead.

    KEY TOPICS
    • Mariel Galdiano’s journey from Hawaii to professional golf and her recent achievements.
    • Strategies to maintain a tournament lead: focus on the course, separate scores from emotions.
    • The importance of staying present and managing anxiety on the final holes.
    • How to handle external noise, media pressure, and the mental challenges of leading.
    • The role of self-awareness and working with caddies during critical moments.
    • Comparing protecting a lead vs. going for the win: when to be aggressive or cautious.
    • Tips for amateurs: staying in the moment, focusing on the shot, and managing bad memories.
    • The mental and emotional rewards of competitive golf and the joy of playing the game.

    TIMESTAMPS

    00:00 - Introduction to Mariel Galdiano and her golf journey
    01:21 - The importance of mental grit and protecting tournament leads
    02:17 - Mariel’s achievements and her role as a mentor
    03:22 - Moving from Hawaii to Florida: cultural and lifestyle adjustments
    04:35 - Favorite things about Central Florida and its golf scene
    05:44 - Practice routines and leading clubs in the area
    06:08 - Connections with notable players and Hawaii’s golf talent wave
    07:42 - Hawaii’s competitive golf environment and inspiring talent
    10:14 - Transition from Hawaii to mainland and missing home flavors like poke bowls
    12:01 - The challenge of missing home and balancing focus during play
    13:02 - Mariel’s approach to maintaining a lead: focusing on the course
    14:20 - Handling windy conditions and second-day consistency
    15:45 - The mental shift from chasing to playing within oneself
    17:10 - Playing under final-round pressure and shifting strategies
    18:45 - Staying in the moment and the importance of focus during shots
    19:15 - Advice for amateurs: being present and enjoying the game
    22:19 - Developing resilience: letting go of bad rounds and focusing on positives
    24:01 - The rewarding moments of tour life and interaction with fans and kids
    26:07 - Upcoming schedule, LPGA status, and goals
    28:48 - Handling setbacks, losing full status, and learning from failures
    30:44 - Balancing fun and fitness: hobbies and routines off the course
    31:14 - Giving back through the First Tee and mentoring juniors
    35:44 - Future aspirations in golf teaching and mentorship
    36:22 - Closing comments and continued success in competitive golf

    THE NO BS ZONE

    Why players switch to safe strategies when leading, and how to maintain composure under pressure

    39:53 - The difference between playing smart and playing scared
    40:46 - Controlling what you can: decision-making and mindset
    41:48 - Staying within your natural game and managing external influences
    44:43 - The role of caddie-player communication and course management
    45:24 - To check scores or not: understanding personal psychology in scoring
    50:44 - External noise, media pressure, and staying focused on what you control
    54:00 - The importance of gratitude, enjoying the moment, and building relationships

    Watch the video version: https://youtu.be/4uWrMKy692k?si=3t8Q4J_xsv-t_OzN





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    58 mins
  • Women of Golf: Season 13 - Episode 4 | Breaking Barriers in Golf

    Women of Golf: Season 13 - Episode 4 | Breaking Barriers in Golf
    Mar 31 2026
    Most golfers gauge their progress by comparing themselves to the pros — but what if that’s exactly what’s holding you back? Maddie McCrary’s inspiring journey from injury and setbacks to victory reveals a game-changing secret: real progress comes from mastering your own game, not chasing elite standards. In this episode, Maddie shares her story of overcoming debilitating injuries, including a torn wrist ligament, and transforming adversity into victory with a bogey-free 54-hole performance—finally winning her first professional title. She uncovers how her faith, steady process, and focus on doing her best every day fueled her success, proving that resilience and purpose are keys to improvement.

    You'll discover:
    • How Maddie kept her cool under pressure and played bogey-free for 54 holes despite setbacks.
    • The mental and emotional strategies that help elite players stay focused and confident.
    • Why comparing your game to the tour pros is misleading—and what you should really measure.
    • How to set realistic, achievable goals based on your current abilities instead of unrealistic expectations.
    • The impact of faith and mindset in redefining success in golf and life.
    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Maddie McCrary's journey: From injuries to victory
    01:24 - Introduction to Maddie McCrary and her story
    02:24 - Overcoming career setbacks and setbacks with faith
    03:12 - How spiritual practices foster peace and focus
    04:11 - The significance of process and patience in tournament wins
    05:03 - Clutch moments: winning by one shot with a bogey-free round
    05:51 - Analyzing her final holes and strategic choices
    06:32 - Preparing for upcoming Open qualifiers
    07:16 - The mental aspect of maintaining confidence and consistency
    08:26 - The rising trend of faith among young LPGA players
    09:52 - Building community through faith and shared values
    11:25 - Challenges faced by female players’ lifestyle and support systems
    12:55 - How recent wins impact her future goals
    13:01 - Managing course strategy and mistake prevention
    14:26 - Equipment changes, confidence, and performance
    15:52 - Injury details: wrist surgeries and recovery journey
    18:37 - Returning to competitive golf after injury
    19:52 - Lessons learned from setbacks and resilience
    21:17 - Gaining motivation from victory and maintaining hunger
    23:05 - Madison's hobbies outside golf and personal interests
    24:36 - Vision for a future outside of playing: industry roles
    25:02 - Inspiration and early introduction to golf by her parents
    26:58 - Advice for amateur golfers: measuring progress realistically
    36:44 - The limitations of TV coverage in representing real game scenarios
    40:47 - Debunking myths about distance and targeting the right goals
    43:03 - The impact of comparison and mental health in golf
    45:46 - Cindy Miller’s TEDx talk: Unlocking potential beyond golf
    48:42 - Achieving dreams later in life and embracing self-growth



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    51 mins
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