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Hey - I’m Trent, your host of the Reel Turf Techs podcast. Have you ever found yourself asking, “is there a podcast that focuses on the equipment manager’s unique roles and challenges?” Have you wondered what the high-end course or the tech down the road does at their facility? Would you like to hear the latest tips and tricks from around the globe? And do you want to know where the industry is headed next, direct from equipment manufacturers? Then my friend, you’re in the right place. As yo ...
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Listen as Stephen Tucker invites some of the brightest minds in the golf and turf industry to discuss innovations, issues and all things turf equipment.
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Fresh Cut Grass is a biweekly podcast in which hosts Jeff Fowler and Jon Cuny, Commercial Horticulture Professionals, discuss various turfgrass topics with industry professionals from around the US. Topics include all aspects of sports turf management, lawn care, parks, golf, and any other professional turf. Professionals from different segments of the turf industry will be featured as guests, and casual conversation about turf management and turf improvement will occur.
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ABI presents Ground Etc, where we talk all things turf care and ground prep. This podcast is for grounds keepers, landscape contractors, and anyone interested in working in the dirt. From the right equipment, to the right crew, to the strategies needed to run a successful business. We talk to experts of the industry about the ground, the work, et cetera!
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Classroom Content from the Turf Teacher. We broadcast on life lessons and landscape lectures.
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An educational podcast created to help students in the Brentsville Turfgrass Management Program learn from industry professionals by discussing their careers and experiences in the industry. We aim to learn first hand through this podcast in our virtual classroom.
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This show digs into the challenges of growing a Lawn Care and Landscape business while maximizing your profit. Whether you are just starting a lawn care and landscape business or have been in business for decades, whether you only have one service or several, our podcast has something for you.In this podcast, we will cover how you can:Maximize profitCreate leaders in your team so you can finally wear your CEO hat.Stop worrying about how you will pay your bills during the down season.Discover ...
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Thank you for joining us for the TurPh.Dudes podcast brought to you by Harrell’s. Our TurPh.Dudes are reaching out to industry leaders and game changers to discuss what they’re seeing out there. Topics focus on turf health, nutrition, control solutions and the latest in academic research. TurPh.Dudes episodes are released periodically. Visit us at www.harrells.com. Send us your questions http://twitter.com/TurPhDudes on Twitter or by email at [email protected].
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I discuss technical turfgrass topics with turfgrass managers, scientists, greenkeepers, and whoever drops by the ATC office hours. There's a lot of talk about the work done to create playing surfaces for golf, and also about growing grass for sporting surfaces of all sort, and also some talk of lawns.
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This podcast explores how we know what we know about turfgrass science. If you are a lawn care operator, sport field manager, sod producer, golf superintendent, or a home owner, this podcast provides evidence-based information to help you better manage your turfgrass.
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Steel Toe University Podcast
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For those of you who know me, you would know I love working in this wonderful food industry, but I also love talking about it!The Food Mentor Podcast unravels innovative, insightful and insprirational stories from individuals and businesses from the food industry. If you are interested in developing or growing a food or beverage brand/business or you are a retail, food service, hospitality, distribution company or even a food industry service provider, then we have you covered. One thing is ...
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If you create videos or graphics for a living, then media asset management is a big deal to you. But if your post-production workflows are still manual and error-prone then they're also holding you back. Don't be a slave to the media asset production beast. Learn how to tame it, so that it becomes an obedient little critter. In each episode of the Reel in Post-production podcast, the Evolphin team takes a deep dive into the post-production world with A-list guests to cover tips & tricks on t ...
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Episode #37 Our annual update from Sisters Bec & Narelle at Cubbyhouse Canteen
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27:27It’ been another bonkers year for powerhouse sisters Bec and Narelle at Cubbyhouse Canteen. The Sisters just celebrated their 2nd birthday with their retail venture and are now entering into their 16th year running the parkside cafe at Union Street Park in Armadale. The sisters have built an incredible community of supportive young families through…
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S3 E67 December 2025 Comments and Emails!
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1:42:05In this episode of Turfgrass Epistemology, I review and respond to comments, emails, and TikTok messages I’ve received throughout 2025 related to turfgrass science, soil fertility, nutrient management, and common turf industry claims. From thoughtful questions to recurring misconceptions, this video highlights what turf managers, lawn care professi…
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Send us a text Welcome to the Reel Turf Techs Podcast, Episode 157. Today we’re talking to Toby Christoun, Equipment & Shop Manager at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts — a 27-hole private club spread across 236 acres. Toby leads a team of two assistants in the shop, part-time during the season and full-time through the winter months. To…
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S3 E66 Dr. John Inguagiato. Can Phosphite Reduce Algae?
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1:11:30In this episode of Turfgrass Epistemology, I sit down with Dr. John Inguagiato to discuss his peer-reviewed research on phosphite use for suppressing cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) on putting greens. Together, we break down the science behind phosphite chemistry, application rates, turf safety, and what the data actually say—beyond marketing clai…
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TurPhDudes #58 - Wetting Agents with Drs. Jeff Atkinson, Paul Giordano, and Raymond Snyder
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38:13In Episode #58 the TurPh.Dudes are on their own for a conversation about wetting agents. What they are, how they’re used, and how Harrell’s is innovating to rethink what a wetting agent can be.By brought to you by Harrell's
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S3 E65 Tinfoil Turfgrass: Soil Testing Goes Extreme!
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1:28:15In this video I take a close, critical look at "Data-Drive Lawn Care" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjRXNcIi3Hk) and share my honest thoughts on what works — and what doesn’t. I break down the arguments, highlight where I think the logic falls short, and offer my own perspective on the topic. 🔎 What I cover: Key claims made by the original creat…
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Paula Sliefert-Sports Field Managers Associations CEO
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55:40Send us a text Paula joins Jon and Jeff to share some insights into her new role as the CEO of the National Sports Field Managers Association. Fresh off of a leg of her listening tour, to receive feedback from the membership. She chats about the challenges and opportunities ahead for her and the Board of Directors.…
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S3 E64 Grey Leaf Spot, Mowing Height, and Nitrogen
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53:44In this video, I review and break down one of the most referenced articles in cool-season turfgrass pathology: “Severity of Gray Leaf Spot in Perennial Ryegrass as Influenced by Mowing Height and Nitrogen Level” by Williams, Burrus, and Vincelli (2001). This study investigated how two major management practices—mowing height and nitrogen rate—affec…
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S3 E63 Tinfoil Turfgrass: How to Evaluate Claims When The Salesman Knows More Than You.
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1:29:34In this video, I provide an in-depth, evidence-based critique of the nitrogen-efficiency product RDX-N and the claims made in the promotional video circulating online. If you’ve ever wondered whether biostimulants, nitrogen enhancers, or “metabolic activators” actually work in real-world turfgrass or crop management, this breakdown is for you. I re…
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Send us a text Episode 156 of Reel Turf Techs heads to the backyard with member, friend, and turf addict Alex Gaddy – a homeowner who’s gone from a dusty California Trimmer in his father-in-law’s basement to a TifEagle putting green and a small fleet of John Deere reel mowers. Alex and Trent talk about how a simple reel mower turned into an obsessi…
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S3 E62 Dr. Lee Miller - Turf Fungicide Resistance?
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1:19:39In this episode of Turfgrass Epistemology, I sit down with Dr. Lee Miller of Purdue University, one of the leading experts in turfgrass pathology, to break down everything you need to know about turfgrass disease resistance, fungicide rotations, and accurate turf disease identification. Whether you manage golf course greens, sports fields, or home …
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Autumn #OM246 review: 7 year timeline with Chris Tritabaugh
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1:40:02Chris Tritabaugh and I share and comment on the latest #OM246 test results from what is now a time series stretching over the past seven growing seasons. We discuss what has changed, what hasn't, how surfaces perform, and how total organic material (TOM, or #OM246) data can be used to nudge surface conditions in the desired direction. Turf Without …
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S3 E61 Fungicides and Species Resistances Affects Dollar Spot
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1:00:09In this video, I analyze the 2025 Zhang et al. study on how fungicide scheduling and bentgrass cultivar resistance interact to influence dollar spot control. This research provides some of the strongest evidence to date that curative, damage-threshold-based fungicide programs can dramatically reduce inputs—up to 78 percent in certain cases—when pai…
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Send us a text Mark makes the Pittsburgh Dad seem like he is from Cincinnati! We talk all things Pittsburgh sports, a "don't want to miss episode" for sure!By Jeff
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S3 E60 Biology and Management of Dollar Spot
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1:11:15In this video, I break down one of the most influential papers ever written on turfgrass pathology: Walsh, Ikeda, and Boland’s 1999 review on the biology and management of dollar spot. This paper remains a foundational resource for understanding how the pathogen operates, why the disease is so persistent on cool-season turf, and which management st…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast, we sit down with Tanner Knudsen, CTEM, Equipment Manager at North Oaks Golf Club in Minnesota. Tanner talks through his path from working on small engines to running the shop at a private 18-hole club, and how much of what he knows started in his grandpa’s garage. His grandpa was the fi…
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S3 E59 Tinfoil Turfgrass: Don't Use This Soil Test!
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1:22:30In this episode of Turfgrass Epistemology, I review a popular lawn-care website article and an accompanying YouTube video that teach homeowners how to interpret a soil test that is, in reality, scientifically invalid for making nutrient decisions. These resources look polished and authoritative, but the advice they provide is fundamentally flawed —…
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Send us a text Longtime youth baseball advocate has jumped to be the Chief of Staff of Banana Ball. The Savanah Bananas's hit the ground running and have not looked back. They now have 6 teams and are holding their first Banana Ball Draft! With millions of people on the waiting list for tickets the "Fan First" mentality is what they are living on t…
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Episode #36 - Meet Matt Demicoli Co founder and Managing Director of Health Lab
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26:54Today I’m chatting with Matt Demicoli the Co Founder and Managing Director of Health Lab. This year the team celebrate their 10th birthday. Health Lab burst on to the scene back in 2015 with delicious plant based, gluten free protein snacks. You can find the health lab, Indulgent Balls, slices and bars in just about every supermarket and convenienc…
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S3 E58 Which Journals Can You Trust?
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1:04:20Not all scientific journals are created equal. Some exist to advance knowledge — others exist to collect publishing fees. In this episode of Turfgrass Epistemology, we explore how to tell the difference. I’ll walk through the refereed process and explain how it differs from standard peer review, why that distinction matters, and how the structure o…
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Pesticide-free turf management with Thomas Pihl, Mads Andersen, and Martin Nilsson
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1:53:29Thomas Pihl, Mads Andersen, and Martin Nilsson joined ATC Office Hours to discuss the challenges, techniques, successes, and failures involved with pesticide-free turfgrass management in Denmark. Turf Without Borders show page: https://turfwb.asianturfgrass.com/ ATC soil tests: https://www.asianturfgrass.com/project/soil-tests/ PACE Turf tour: http…
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Send us a text Welcome to the Reel Turf Techs Podcast, Episode 154 Industry legend Jim Nedin returns to share his deep knowledge of the Toro ProCore 648 and how to get the most out of this aerifier. Jim walks us through setup, tine selection, and maintenance tips that make a real difference out on the turf. We also touch on sprayers and cutting uni…
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S3 E57 Does Trinexapac Reduce Dollar Spot?
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46:33In this episode of Turfgrass Epistemology, we take a close look at one of the most frequently cited studies in turfgrass pathology — Golembiewski and Danneberger’s 1998 Agronomy Journal paper exploring how trinexapac-ethyl (TE) and nitrogen fertility influence the severity of dollar spot (Sclerotinia homoeocarpa) in creeping bentgrass. The research…
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S3 E56 University Extension Programs
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1:12:29In this episode, I sit down to talk about a topic that’s been at the heart of American higher education for more than a century — university extension. We’ll explore how extension began, why it was once the lifeblood of land-grant universities, and how the system that connected science to society is now quietly disappearing. Extension was created s…
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Can something as simple as mowing time really stop a turfgrass disease? In this episode of Turfgrass Epistemology, we look back at a landmark 1996 study by Williams, Powell, Vincelli, and Dougherty from the University of Kentucky — a paper that changed how superintendents think about dew, nitrogen, and dollar spot control. Dollar spot (Sclerotinia …
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S3 E54 The Rise and Fall of University Turfgrass Programs
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53:37In this video, I explore the history and current state of university turfgrass programs—from their rise during the post-war boom in golf, parks, and sports fields to their decline in recent decades. I explain how turfgrass faculty positions are created and filled, what factors lead to the loss of those positions, and why many programs are now disap…
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S3 E53 Does Biochar Reduce Dollar Spot?
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1:07:45In this video, I examine the 2021 study by Beckley and Roberts published in the International Turfgrass Society Research Journal titled “Utilizing Organic Amendments for General Suppression of Dollar Spot on Creeping Bentgrass.” The discussion centers on one key question: Does biochar actually reduce dollar spot? I break down the experimental desig…
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S3 E52 Biology and Management of Large Patch
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1:13:54In this video, I explore the recent review article “Review of the Biology and Management of Large Patch of Warm-Season Turfgrasses” (Kreinberg et al., Crop Science, 2025). I walk you through what the authors tell us about Rhizoctonia solani AG 2-2 LP — the fungal pathogen behind large patch disease in warm-season turfgrasses — how environmental con…
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In this video, I take you through the state of the science on dollar spot disease in turfgrass, framed by the recent review “New Approaches to an Old Problem: Dollar Spot of Turfgrass.” We explore how this ubiquitous fungal disease (caused by Clarireedia spp.) continues to challenge turf managers, why traditional fungicide programs are increasingly…
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Episode #35 Sugira Rubasha chats with David about personal brand and entrepreneurship from humble beginnings.
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45:39Today I’m chatting with Sugira Rubasha from ETS Rubasha media. We’re talking about my personal and professional journey, from humble beginnings growing up on the South Coast of England to now partnering with businesses to develop multi million dollar brands world wide. We chat though my views on the importance of your personal brand, creating the c…
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James Huntoon- Horry-Georgetown Technical College
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45:49Send us a text Professor of Golf and Sports Turf Management joins us to talk about the golf and sports turf program that he directs. James is helping to fill the void of golf professionals in the Mrytle Beach area and is turning out some incredible graduates.By Jeff
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Episode 199: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Joe Hill hosted by Leah Withrow
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Episode 152: 2025 U.S. Open Recap with John Borsos
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1:01:27Send us a text Welcome to the Reel Turf Techs Podcast, Episode 152. Today we’re talking to friend of the pod John Borsos, about his experience volunteering at the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club. John shares what it was like to be part of the crew at one of the toughest courses in the world with long days, high standards, and the kind of cam…
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Episode 198: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour: The Challenges in the World of Turf
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26:08In this episode we have Drew Selensky, Former turfgrass professional. It was a hard talk to have such a bright young future industry leader have to step away from this incredible industry because of his needs to support his family. It is important to hear first hand what we struggle with as an industry. Be sure to listen.…
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Season 1 Episode 14 Rob Guthrie- Little League International
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57:12Send us a text Rob is the Head Sporturf Manager for Little League International. He is responsible for the stadium fields and practice facility in Williamsport PA, home of the Little League Baseball World Series.By Jeff
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Episode #34 - Meet Fuad and Mehmet the baby faced founders of Pistabella Pistachio Spread.
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30:33Welcome back to the Food Mentor podcast my name is David Burns your host and today we’re chatting with Fuad and Mehmet the founders of Pistabella Pistachio spread. It would be no secret that anything pistachio is in vogue in a big way right now, so in this episode we chat with the boys to understand how they saw this opportunity and more importantl…
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Send us a text Welcome to the Reel Turf Techs Podcast, Episode 151! Today we’re talking with Andrzej Strzepek, Equipment Manager at Belmont Country Club in Belmont, MA, a private 18-hole course just outside of Boston. Andrzej shares his journey from mowing lawns for hockey goalie gear to maintaining his high school baseball field, studying turfgras…
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S3 E50 Water Use on U.S. Golf Courses
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1:11:49In this video, I dive into the article “Survey of Water Use and Management Practices on US Golf Courses from 2005 to 2024” published in HortTechnology (Shaddox et al., 2025). The study tracks nearly twenty years of changes in how golf courses across the United States use and manage water. I discuss how irrigation volumes and irrigated areas have sh…
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S3 E49 Tinfoil Turfgrass: How Conmen Deceive While Being Truthful.
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1:16:07In this video, I discuss the YouTube episode “Struggling Turf? Calcium Could Be the Missing …” and examine it through the lens of the strawman fallacy. We’ll look at how someone can present information that is technically true, yet still mislead by reframing the issue or knocking down an argument no one actually made. This breakdown shows how a con…
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Episode 197: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour, Jason Bowers
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38:25Be sure to check out the most recent episode of Tiger Turf Talk with long time industry leader, Mr. Jason Bowers of Loudoun County Parks and Rec. Jason and I have a long friendship dating back to his time at Virginia Tech where we have a shared a love of the Hokies and Enter Sandman. This is an awesome conversation about the Grounds Leadership Acad…
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S3 E48 How to Water When Drought is Coming + Tinfoil Turfgrass.
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1:19:14In this video, I review the scientific article “Irrigation Frequency Affects Zoysiagrass Rooting and Plant Water Status.” We’ll look at how different irrigation schedules influenced root development and water relations in zoysiagrass, and what these findings mean for turfgrass management. If you’ve ever wondered how often you should water to encour…
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S3 E47 Tinfoil Turfgrass: The Liquid Aeration Con in Lawncare.
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1:28:34In this episode, I break down the claims made in “Check out These Roots, John Perry! | [LIVE PODCAST] Ep.8 of the Average Joe Lawn Care Show,” where the hosts argue that liquid aeration is an effective solution for lawn health. I dive into the science and present evidence that challenges their assertions. With years of turfgrass science experience,…
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Send us a text Welcome to Episode 150 of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! Today we’re catching up with Taylor Cairns, Equipment Manager at London Hunt and Golf Club in London, Ontario, Canada. Taylor first joined us back in July 2021, and this time he shares how his journey has evolved from splitting time between the shop and the course while earning a…
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Episode 196: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Product Manager
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43:23Be sure to check this episode out with product managers Max and Ben with their work on equipment ranging from the FieldPro 6040 to the GeoLink Sprayers. Their work is truly unparalled on the impact that they are having on our industry and how it will shape the future moving forward. Learn what they do to ensure the best products that you can truly …
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S3 E46 Two-Year Anniversary and Research Fund Raiser!
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1:46:39In this video, I take a look at some of the recent comments and questions from TikTok and YouTube. Your feedback not only shapes the conversations we’re having here but also sparks deeper discussions about turfgrass science and management. I’m also excited to introduce a new fundraiser supporting turfgrass research. Turfgrass plays a vital role in …
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S3 E45 Tall Fescue Rooting and Deficit Irrigation
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58:24In this video, I explore the findings of the research article “Tall Fescue Rooting as Affected by Deficit Irrigation” (HortScience, Volume 42, Issue 3). The study, conducted by Jinmin Fu, Jack Fry, and Bingru Huang and published June 1, 2007, investigates how reduced irrigation impacts the rooting behavior of 'Falcon II' tall fescue grasses using m…
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S3 E44 Frequent Irrigation Increases Turf Quality and Weeds.
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1:05:39In this video, I examine the research by Cain et al. (2022) that explores how varying irrigation schedules affect the encroachment of annual bluegrass (Poa annua) into perennial ryegrass turf systems in western Oregon. The study reveals that watering once per week significantly reduces annual bluegrass encroachment compared to irrigating four times…
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Episode 195: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Julie Kessler
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33:13The highlight of our travels was checking in with one of our former students from the Brentsville Turf Toro Grounds Academy, Julie Kessler, Field Manager for CPKC Stadium the home of the KC Current. It is something truly special to see where she started in our classroom to see her at the highest level! We are so proud. You do not want to miss it!…
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Send us a text Back in September 2021, we interviewed Matt Leis, and in Episode 149 we’re catching up with him again to hear about his transition from the golf course to sports fields. Matt is now the Manager of Fleet & Irrigation at the Papago Baseball Complex for the San Francisco Giants Baseball Club in Phoenix, AZ. The 40-acre complex is home t…
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Episode #33 - Meet Remy, Rory & Maxi the Malvern City FC trio carving up the turf and turning heads throughout the 2025 season
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22:31Hey everybody welcome back to the food mentor podcast my name is David Burns your host and today we’re doing something a little bit different. Growing up in England soccer (or football as the world game calls it) was a big part of my life, and when I’m not injured I still play for Brighton Albion (Bayside Melbourne). I always fancied coaching young…
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