Making The Turn Podcast

The latest episode is with Matthew Powell. He is the Owner/Superintendent at Pebble Brook Golf Course in northern Middle Tennessee and he also is the Owner of GroundsCare Unlimited.  We talked about a variety of topics including his career, his many hats he wears, what it's like to be a golf course owner now and the challenges of doing many different things.  GroundsCare Unlimited is also a sponso...

My latest episode put me square in the sights of Mr. Pat Jones. What a conversation we had. This was my first Video chat and I think it went really well. We talked a lot about the industry, his career and even got into some interesting topics regarding technology and social media. There is a lot in this conversation. Please go listen and enjoy. Share and invite a friend.  Enjoy and thanks for list...

In the latest episode, I sat down with Whit Turnbow whi us the President of the Tennessee Golf Foundation. We had a great conversation about his role with the Foundation. His career as a professional golfer, MTSU golf coach and more. Whit discussed what it was like taking over for Dick Horton and what that was like. We discussed the Junior Golf landscape in Tennessee and also how Superintendents p...

The latest episode is a recorded seminar from the 2020 Tennessee Turfgrass Conference and Show. The seminar talk was given by Mr. Anthony Pioppi and it was titled "Uncovering the Architectural History of Your Golf Course" Really great talk and lots of good information for clubs out there. If you have any questions after the episode or want to reach out to me or Anthony please don't hesitate. Antho...

In the latest episode, I sat down with Ryan Storey, Sports Turf Manager at Vanderbilt University in Nashville Tennessee. We talked about all things Sports Turf. We discussed his career and the unique challenges he faces at Vanderbilt. Ryan deals with a lot of Synthetic Turf and we discussed that aspect of his responsibilities. This was a fun and great interview. I am sure you will enjoy it.  Thank...

In this latest episode, I recorded a seminar at the 2020 Tennessee Turfgrass Conference and Show by Dr. Brandon Horvath. The title of his talk was "From Goats to Triplexes: The History of Mowing"  This Talk was really great about the history of the industry. Where things started from to where they are now. And where they may lead to in the future. If you heard this talk then it will be a refresher...

In this episode, I was able to set up at the Trade show and have people come by and sit down for a chat. It was a busy day and many people came by to say hello that didn't come on the mic but I was able to catch up with a few people. 1. Chris Sykes  2. Frank Turner 3. Bill Marbet They are in order and were about 10-15 minutes each.  Thanks to these guys for sitting down and speaking with me and I...

In this special edition of the podcast, I give my thoughts on the life of Kobe Bryant and how you can take his life and the tragic death at such a young age and turn it into good. How can you use this as a reminder to live life day by day. We are not guaranteed tomorrow. Be sure to love well, tell those that you miss them. Seek to forgive those that need it and ask to be forgiven from those that y...

In this latest episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with Rodney Smith Jr. Rodney is the Founder of Raising Men Lawn Care Services. This is a non-profit organization that was started with one simple act of kindness and is now spreading around the world. Rodney was kind enough to open his home and allow me some time to speak with him about his story and what he has going and how God is worki...

In this Episode, I recorded Dr. Jim Brosnon from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville as he gave his talk at the 2020 Tennessee Turfgrass Association Conference. This was an in depth discussion about his research and the results of those research studies. You will hear about recent trends and the challenges with controlling weeds and what you can expect and some practical solutions going forwa...

In this episode, I had the privilege of hosting the podcast in front of a live audience at the 2020 Tennessee Turfgrass Annual Conference and Show. This seminar was titled "Titans of the Industry" and it was a panel discussion with 3 of Tennessee's and the Industry's top professionals. David Stone - Retired Golf Course Superintendent at The Honors Course Joe Kennedy - Head Golf Course Superintende...

In this episode, I sat down with Mac Kirkpatrick, the 1st Assistant Superintendent at Stones River CC in Murfreesboro, TN. Mac and I discussed his career path and the ups and downs of being an assistant in the golf course industry.  If you are an assistant superintendent and want to be a Super one day, this episode is for you. But it also has good nuggets for all of the industry on how to react an...

In this latest episode, I sat down with John Clintsman, Head of Grounds for the Ensworth School in Nashville Tennessee. Ensworth is a Private school and has two different Campus for their K-8 and 9-12 students. Ensworth has a high level of expectation and John is responsible for the grounds and the many athletic fields on both properties.  This was a fantastic conversation and I really enjoyed sit...

In the latest episode, I sat down with Ray Pearce, Head Golf Professional at Champions Run Golf Club in Rockvale, TN. Ray is from a family that is deep in history in Golf, especially in Tennessee. He has played golf on the PGA Tour, won a Professional event on the Hogan Tour (Now the Korn-Ferry tour) and as been in the club professional side for the majority of his career. We talked about his care...

The latest episode is with Sims Hill, Partner, with Premier Golf Services. This is a change of pace from the normal turf talk as we discuss the business of golf, marketing and how golf has been an impact to our lives.  While we sprinkle in some turf talk, we also discuss life and the things that golf has given Sims and myself. We also talk about his passion for F3 workouts and raising up Leadershi...

In the latest episode, I sat down with Doug Ward, Golf Course Superintendent at Belle Meade Country Club. BMCC is located just south and west of Nashville, Tn and is one of Nashville's and the state of Tennessee's most prestigious Golf Clubs. It is a private club and is listed as an original Donald Ross design. As you will hear, the course has been redesigned by several big name architects. Doug a...

In this latest episode, I sat down and the pleasure of talking with Mr. David Doguet from Bladerunner Farms. We talked all things Zoysiagrass and the future of Zoysiagrass for our industry. I'm really excited about this topic and believe that the Zoysia is going to be big for the industry as we talk about its use on Greens in the transition zone and in the south. I was really excited to chat with...

In the latest episode, I caught up with Mark Stovall, Salesperson with Harrell's Fertilizer, at the University of Tennessee Turfgrass Field Day back in August.  Mark has been a lot of places and done many things in our industry and the conversation was a good one about his career and much more. You are going to enjoy hearing this one. Thanks for listening and please be sure to like, share and subs...

In the latest episode, I caught up with Mr. David Stone, Long time superintendent at The Honors Course in Ooltewah, Tennessee. We sat down at the University of Tennessee Turfgrass Field Day. David has been an innovator in our industry and has been one of the best in the business. I have had the pleasure of knowing David for a while but we finally had a chance to catch up and see what he has been u...

In the latest episode, I sat down with Tony Thomas, Key Account Manager at Site One. Tony has just about done everything in our industry and I really think you are going to enjoy hearing his story. It was a great time and we talked about a lot of things that are going on in our industry.  Be sure to check it out. Please rate, review, share and subscribe. Also, tell a friend and bring them to the p...

In the latest episode, I sat down with Dr. Brandon Horvath, Associate Professor and Plant Pathologist. We got up at the UT Turfgrass Field Days and we talked turfgrass diseases and more.  This is a new topic for the show and I know you will enjoy it.  Please rate, review, share and subscribe. Bring a friend! Thanks for listening.

In the latest episode, I sat down with Ryan Blair, Golf Course Superintendent at Holston Hills Country Club in Knoxville, TN. Ryan and I caught up at the 2019 University of Tennessee at Knoxville. We discussed his career, some of the unique things that are going on at Holston Hills, Donald Ross, etc.    I know you will enjoy this one. Please rate, review, share and subscribe.  Thanks for listening...

In this latest episode, I continue my discussions with industry professionals during the University of Tennessee Turfgrass Field Day 2019. This weeks episode is with Paul Carter, Certified Golf Course Superintendent at Bear Trace Harrison Bay. We had a great conversation about his career, his ambitions, work with Environmental Stewardship, and more.  I know you will enjoy this one. Please be sure...

In this latest episode, I sat down with Dr. John Sorochan, Professor at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. It was a great conversation and one of the many I had during the University of Tennessee Turfgrass Field Day. I know you enjoy hearing all about the many things that John does and the many research projects that he his working on. Also how a guy from southern Canada made it to Tennesse...

In the latest episode, I sit down with Jason Sanderson, Golf Course Superintendent at Cherokee Country in Knoxville, Tn. We had a great discussion and Jason does an excellent job at Cherokee. I had the pleasure of playing the course with Jason after the taping and it was in outstanding shape.  We had our conversation on location at the University of Tennessee Turfgrass Field Day 2019 and we talked...