Making The Turn Podcast

In this latest episode, I bring you another installment of "Turn Talk".  Turn Talk is a series within the Making The Turn Podcast that brings you value by delivering content centered around Life, Business, Finances, Relationships, Career, Dreams, etc... And in this episode, I discuss with you ways to put 2020 behind you and how to make 2021 the best year or at least a better year than 2020. I lay...

In the latest episode of Turn Talk, I sat down with Virgil Herring and we discussed the 2020 Masters Tournament and more. We had a great conversation and we not only covered the tournament but many other topics. I think you will really enjoy it and we ended it with a few nice tidbits. Thanks for listening and enjoy!

In the latest episode, we had a panel discussion with audience participation. We were discussing "Is 2020 the best year for Golf" and we had a great discussion centered around this topic and how 2020 has been for area courses.  The Panel consisted of: Dr. Jim Brosnan, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Dr. Brandon Horvath, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Dan Johnson, Golf Course Superintendent...

In the latest episode, I sat down with Darren Reese, the Director of Communications for the Golf House Tennessee. We had a great conversation and we covered a bunch of topics.  Darren runs the many different Social Media, website and communication platforms for the Golf Foundation and wears many other hats as well. We talked about all that and more... Even talked a little football and sports gambl...

In the latest episode, I sat down with John Clintsman with the Ensworth School in Nashville TN. John is the first 3 time guest to the podcast. We discussed many great topics but mostly we talked about the Turf Field renovation that he and his team took on this summer during the Pandemic.  I really think you will enjoy this one. We attempt to solve the world's problems as well. Thanks for the liste...

In the latest Episode, I sat down with Shawn Emmack with Syngenta Chemical Corporation. I've known Shawn for nearly two decades and we have worked together on many different projects. Shawn has an interesting story and we talked about his experiences in the world of the Green Industry.  I really enjoyed chatting with Shawn and we talked about topics going on in the industry today. Shawn discussed...

The latest episode is with Brad Erickson, Golf Course Superintendent at Brentwood Country Club in Brentwood, Tennessee.  I had a great conversation with Brad and we discussed many topics. Brad has a unique story and we discussed that and more. I really loved doing this one and it was one I wanted to do for a long time.  You will really love this one.  Be sure to rate, review, share and subscribe....

On this Episode, I welcome back my good friend Dan Johnson. Dan is Superintendent at Old Hickory Country Club just north and east of Nashville, TN.  We had a great time and talked about a variety of topics.  I hope you enjoy. Thanks for listening and be sure to rate, share and subscribe. If this is your first time listening, thank you and welcome. For those that regularly listen, I ask that you sh...

In the Latest Episode of Turn Talk, I discuss the latest things going on in our world and the Everything is a Test. I give some examples of the trying times we are in and what steps we can take when faced with difficult choices and decisions. I know that we are all in different spots in our lives but we all face some "tests" along the way. Being Mentally tough and sharp helps us focus on the task...

In the latest episode, I sat down with Jacob Marsh (@Truss_Super) Golf Course Superintendent at Timber Truss Golf Course in Olive Branch, MS.    Jacob has a unique story. Normally you don't become a superintendent 2 years out of College. But Jacob managed to accomplish this feat. We discussed this and more. This was my first meeting with Jacob and we had a great conversation. If you think you have...

In the latest Turn talk episode, I dive into dealing with adversity and how to overcome difficulties in your life. I breakdown some of my struggles and give you 5 steps to making it through any adversity in your life. 1. Stop saying why me?  2. Self reflection on what factors or influences you may have had with the adversity 3. Stay focused 4. Start listening, learning and educating yourself. Podc...

In the latest episode, I sat down with the President of Better Billy Bunker and Golf Course Architect, Jerry Lemons. We had a great conversation about a variety of topics including his architecture work and the development of the Better Billy Bunker Method. I know you will enjoy this one. It was a lot of fun and I appreciate you listening. Thanks and be sure to tell a friend about the podcast. Tha...

Finally got one of my kids on the podcast. Sat down with my oldest daughter Allyson Parker and we had a great conversation. I'm sure you will love this one, especially if you have kids.  Hope you enjoy and Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there. Thanks for listening.

Well, I've decided that I would start a new segment called "Turn Talk". I hope you will give it a chance and get something out of it. I want this to be part of the overall platform and it will fit well with the long form conversations I will continue to have.  I realize you can get your content from anywhere. Thanks for checking it out. Turn Talk will be segments centered around motivation, educat...

The latest episode is my interview with Darren Reese, Director of Communications with The Golf House Tennessee, that happened several weeks back. I hoped on with Darren and was on the other side of the table being interviewed and it was a fun conversation. I really enjoyed it and I don't really ever get to tell parts of my story so I thought it would be great to share. I think you will like it and...

The latest episode of the podcast is with Jeb Browder, Southeast Territory Manager for Redexim. We discussed many aspects of his job and the industry and the challenges of selling specialty turf maintenance equipment. We discussed lots of different things and even got into some the aspects and principals of selling.  Despite having some technical difficulties, we had a great conversations and I th...

The latest episode of the podcast is the second part of a two part interview I had with Virgil Herring, Director of Golf at Ensworth School. We talked about golf, turf management, new grasses, golf course architecture, the Masters, and more.  I really enjoyed my talk with Virgil and I know you will too. Lots of good stuff we discussed. Please be sure to rate, share and subscribe. Thanks for listen...

In this latest episode, I sat down with Clay Uselton who is/was Partners with Stephen Nutt in Nutt Irrigation. As many may know, Stephen passed away suddenly and I wanted to have Clay on to discuss the situation, talk about Stephen and the transition and future of Nutt Irrigation. It was a great talk and we had a great conversation discussing all that and more. Following the episode, I replayed St...

In the latest episode, I had a chat with Dr. Jim Brosnan, Professor at University of Tennessee at Knoxville. We discussed some of the latest things going on in the world of Weed Science and more. We also discussed the latest upcoming Digital Turfgrass Tuesdays that the UT Program is rolling out. The First Tuesday of each month from May thru November will be a webinar that anyone can tune into and...

In the latest episode, I sat down with Virgil Herring. Virgil has done many things in the golf business and we talked about his career. Some of the many things we discussed was working with PGA Professional Brandt Snedeker, Teaching for the Golf Channel, shaping and molding young kids at the high school level and also writing a book with Drew Maddux. We got into a lot of cool stuff and I really th...

In the latest episode of the podcast, I had a great time chatting via video with Jim Huntoon, Golf Course Superintendent at the Heritage Club in South Carolina. Jim and I had connected over social media and I asked him to come on the podcast and we finally made it happen. This podcast takes us outside the boundaries that I normally use with my guests but it was great to talk with Jim and discuss s...

Well this episode is an all-time for me. As many of you know, I have a love for old school hip hip and in this episode me and my long time friend and 1/2 of the group Break 2 (to which I am the other half) discuss all things music, hip hop and more. Rob has a great story surrounding his coffee business and his love for music. If you are music fan and especially old school hip hop/rap, this episode...

In the latest Episode, I had a great conversation with Dr. Brandon Horvath, Professor at University of Tennessee at Knoxville. We discussed many topics including the current epidemic, how we can relate it to turfgrass and many other topics. We dove into golf data and it can be used to help manage your course and how to use data to relate specific topics to golfers expectations. I really enjoyed th...

In the latest podcast, I sat down with Ryan Emerson, Golf Course Superintendent at McLemore Golf Club on Lookout Mountain. I was able to spend a few days with Ryan and it was a great conversation. we taped the podcast prior to me seeing much of the course due to some extreme fog and I wish I had seen it prior to the interview but it turned out great anyway and we will definitely follow up with a f...

Had a great spur of the moment discussion with John Clintsman from the Ensworth School in Nashville Tennessee. We talked about the recent events and how he is handling the current world situation. We talked about a bunch of topics and he even turned it around on me and asked me a few questions. Always great to have him on and had a blast just taking a few moments to distract from the craziness. Jo...