Tuesday Jul 02, 2019
MTT17 - Ryan Erickson, Equipment Manager, Brentwood Country Club
Making The Turn Podcast
A Green Industry Podcast bringing knowledge and insight about work and life and how to fight through adversity and the art of the comeback. Recovering from life's front 9 to win on the Back 9.
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Tuesday Jun 11, 2019
Tuesday Jun 11, 2019
In the latest episode, I sat down with Chad Anderson, Executive Director for the Tennessee Golf Association. We had a great conversation about all things golf. We talked about hosting events, course setup, the upcoming US Open, Football and more..... I'm sure you are going to enjoy this one.
Thanks for listening.
Friday Jun 07, 2019
Friday Jun 07, 2019
In this episode, I sit down with the Owner of Nutt Irrigation, Stephen Nutt. We talked a lot about the Irrigation business and the ends and outs of Golf Course Irrigation Installs and construction. We discussed the process and what are some do's and don't's. This is a great episode for anyone looking at an upcoming renovation or considering one. Stephen and his company is on the short list of the very best Irrigation Contractors in our business. I really think you're going to enjoy this one. Thanks for listening.
Friday May 24, 2019
Friday May 24, 2019
In this latest episode, I sit down with the Golf Course Superintendent from Sweetens Cove in South Pittsburg, TN. We talk about how he got to Sweetens, the unique challenges, Green complexes at the course, the new ownership and more. I really had a great time and I think you're going to like this episode.
Thanks for listening.
Monday Apr 22, 2019
Monday Apr 22, 2019
In this episode, I sit down with Jimbo Thomas, former superintendent at Colonial Country Club and TPC Southwind in Memphis, TN and now is the Middle Tennessee Sales Rep for Grassroots, a distributor of Floratine Products. This was an excellent conversation and a lot of fun. I think you will enjoy.
Thanks for listening.
Thursday Apr 18, 2019
Thursday Apr 18, 2019
In this latest episode, I sit down with Austin Hines, Assistant Superintendent at The Club at Olde Stone. It's an exclusive Private Club in Bowling Green KY. This episode was an important one and I know you will enjoy especially for other Assistants out there. We talk life in the Golf Course Maintenance business as an assistant and the path towards becoming a Head Golf Course Superintendent some day. I know you will enjoy this conversation and lots of good content. Thanks for listening!
Monday Apr 15, 2019
Monday Apr 15, 2019
In this episode, I give my thoughts on Tiger Woods Masters Victory and how it impacted me and how it mirrors life in a lot of ways. Probably the greatest comeback story in all of sports. I hope you enjoy and thanks for listening.
Wednesday Apr 10, 2019
Wednesday Apr 10, 2019
In the latest episode of the podcast, I sit down with Dr. Jim Brosnon from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and we discuss many aspects of the green industry including current research on Annual Bluegrass resistance and much more. This was a fun interview and I think you are really going to enjoy it.
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Tuesday Apr 02, 2019
Tuesday Apr 02, 2019
In this episode, I sit down with Mr. Patrick Clark. Patrick is a current golfing member at The Grove in College Grove, Tennessee. We discussed his time as a former GM/Head Golf Professional and how he sees the profession then and now. We also discuss the aspects of being a member and a greens committee member and how that dynamic fits in the current landscape of golf. We discussed many aspects of the business and he was candid about his experiences in the golf industry. I think you are really going to enjoy this content and information. Thanks for listening!
Tuesday Mar 26, 2019
Tuesday Mar 26, 2019
In this episode, I sit down with Paul Smith, President of Sigma Organics. Sigma Organics is a local distributor in the Middle Tennessee market that services golf courses and lawn and landscape companies in our area. They also serve many areas outside our area. Paul and I discussed aspects of the business side of the green industry. What it's like to be a business owner? How he got started. And we dove into some topics that have hit the industry in the last few months. I think you will find the episode informative, insightful and a slight turn from the normal shows. I hope you enjoy! Thanks for listening.
Thursday Mar 14, 2019
Thursday Mar 14, 2019
In this latest episode, Joe and I talk about life in the golf course maintenance business. What things he has learned and gained from this industry, Maintenance operations, making changes, life, working with family and his years of experience in the business and who has been his influences. One of my favorite episodes to date. Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening.