Turf Business

The Sodcast

Sports EN ↓ 109 episodes

Bringing you all the industry leading content of turfcare interviews, profiles, product information and demonstrations alongside the odd fun item directly to your favourite podcast provider. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Turf Business

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Sports

Podcast website

www.turfbusiness.co.uk

Latest episode

Jun 23, 2026

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Episodes

All women grounds team make history at Emirates Stadium 21.03.2024

Turf Business TV speaks with Liddy Ford and Meg Lay after their history making work at Emirates Stadium for the Women’s Super League London Derby. Reflecting on the success of the weekend, their careers so far and what’s next for them Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Gibson, Head Grounds person for Sussex Cricket 12.03.2024

Turf Business TV speaks with Sussex Cricket's head grounds person Ben Gibson. Ben talks us through his career development and what is next for him in his current role. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Turf Business Question Time 2023 Episode 2 20.02.2024

Turf Business Question Time 2023, staged at St George's Park. Where the key issues, opportunities and challenges facing the industry as a whole were discussed amongst a panel and invited audience of influencers within the Turfcare sector. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Turf Business Question Time 2023 Episode 1 20.02.2024

Turf Business Question Time 2023, staged at St George's Park. Where the key issues, opportunities and challenges facing the industry as a whole were discussed amongst a panel and invited audience of influencers within the Turfcare sector. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stepping up for a second Ryder Cup challenge 20.02.2024

Turf Business were privileged to chat recently with Alejandro Reyes, Director of Agronomy at Turfgrass Agronomy and Services (T.A.S), who is overseeing the consultancy for the 2023 Ryder Cup at Marco Simone Golf & Country Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inside Watford FC and Udinese Calcio partnership 20.02.2024

We caught up with Watford FC's Grounds Manager, Scott Tingley, inside the Dacia Arena, home of Udinese Calcio. We found out more about the Lead Pitch Consultant role he's recently taken on at Udinese, including what this entails and the challenges it has presented. This Turf Business TV episode is sponsored by Advance Grass Solutions: https://advancegrass.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

Ensuring excellence – Wentworth's Kenny Mackay 20.02.2024

Having recently hit an impressive milestone of a decade at Wentworth Golf Club, one of the most prestigious private golf and country clubs in the world, Turf Business caught up with the Head of Golf Courses Grounds and Estates, Kenny Mackay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A balancing act – ECB's Andy Mackay 20.02.2024

Turf Business talks to Pitches and Grounds Advisory role for the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), Andy Mackay. Talking all things cricket and what the job consists of Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Still up for the challenge – Durham CCC's Vic Demain 20.02.2024

With this year’s cricket season well underway, preparations were in full swing for Vic Demain and the team at Durham CCC when we caught up with him recently. He told us more about this as well as taking us through his Turfcare journey of 26 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'Mr Ambassador', Ian Pogson talks with Turf Business 20.02.2024

Turf Business were joined by a man considered to be a bit of a legend within the industry, Ian ‘Poggy’ Pogson, Brand Ambassador at Campey Turf Care Systems. With almost 40 years in the industry under his belt, he’s a familiar face to many and his journey is a rather fascinating one! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 'Brains' behind Cheltenham College 19.02.2024

We chatted to Head of Grounds at Cheltenham College, Christian Brain, who told us more about his busy schedule maintaining ten hectares across three sites. He also touched on recognition when it comes to the schools and education sector, including the exciting beginnings of a plan to unite and raise the sector’s profile which took shape during a workshop group at 2021'sTurf Business Summit! Hosted...

The Italian way of Turfcare with Inter Milan's Christian Gambini 19.02.2024

Turf Business were extremely privileged to chat with Christian Gambini, Grounds Manager at Suning Sports Centre, Inter Milan’s training ground. In a 3-part interview he told us more about the challenges of taking care of turf in Italy, as well as how turfcare as a profession is viewed there Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Innovations in education and turf management at Whitgift School 15.01.2024

Whitgift School, South Croydon, has a rich history of providing a top tier education to its students. More recently, it has become the first educational establishment to install hybrid sports pitches. In this episode Turf business TV sits down with Dan Ratling, Grounds and Estates manager as well as members of his team. Peter Booth, Grounds Team Leader Michael Williams, Deputy Team Leader Matt Har...

Exporting expertise; Declan Robinson's journey to AS Monaco 10.01.2024

Turf Business TV talks with Declan Robinson pitch manager for AS Monaco. We delve into the life and career of Declan, sharing insights into his experience and challenges of exporting his expertise overseas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Larsen interviews Tottenham Hotspur PLS grounds manager Darren Baldwin 10.01.2024

In a Turf Business TV first, the reigns, and the microphones were handed over to a familiar face and leading industry professional to conduct their own interview. Well known greenkeeper, Paul Larsen has had his far share of time in the guest seat on Turf Business TV, this time however, it was his turn to ask the questions. Paul interviews leading groundsman Darren Baldwin Hosted on Acast. See acas...

The art of sports turf maintenance with Scott Brooks, Natural Grass UK 09.01.2024

In an exclusive conversation Turf Business TV catches up with Scott Brooks who has recently taken on a pivotal position at Natural Grass UK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The science behind UV Boosting with Baptiste Rouesné 09.01.2024

Turf Business TV catches up with Baptiste Rouesné, the visionary CEO of UV Boosting, a company that is reshaping Turf Care using a groundbreaking approach. Discussing the origin, applications, and potential of this revolutionary technology. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reflecting on Andrew McCormick's Wimbledon experience 09.01.2024

Hurlingham apprentice Andrew McCormick gains valuable experience at Wimbledon through BRADS mentoring initiative. Turf Business TV catches with with Andrew and Neil Harvey, head groundsman at the Hurlingham Club and a pioneering member of the BRADS scheme. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A beer with Paul Larsen 09.01.2024

Turf Business TV catches up with Paul Larsen for a beer and a chat, discussing life after Royal St George's and Paul's plans for the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Catching up with Jason Booth & Sarah Cunningham from the GMA 09.01.2024

Turf Business TV catches up with Jason Booth and Sarah Cunningham from the GMA ahead of Saltex 2023 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wes Johnson takes over from Alison Robinson at Myerscough College 09.01.2024

Turf Business TV catches up with Alison Robinson, current Chief Executive and Principal at Myerscough College, as Wes Johnson prepares to take over the role later this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Danny Negus, Head Groundsman at Devonshire Park International Lawn Tennis Centre 09.01.2024

Turf Business TV speak to Danny Negus, head groundsman at Devonshire Park International Lawn Tennis Centre- the venue for the annual Eastbourne International Tournament Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meg Lay leads an all-female team to new heights 09.01.2024

Turf Business TV catches up with Meg Lay, a groundsperson from Gloucestershire Country Cricket Club, making history as she leads the first all-female team to prepare an international cricket wicket Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

George Pitts Profile 09.01.2024

Turf Business catches up with George Pitts from Sunningdale Golf Club Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Senior Groundsman For Arundel Castle Cricket Club 09.01.2024

Turf Business TV catches up with James Askew from Arundel and talks about the growth in the turf industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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