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Superintendent Radio Network

Golf Course Industry
Turf Management
Golf Course Architecture
Golf Course Maintenance
Golf Course Management
Golf
Golf Courses
Equipment Maintenance
Golf Course Design
Golf Course Renovation
Equipment Management
Corteva Agriscience
Women In Turf
Fungicides
Zoysia Grass
Weed Control
Michigan
Christmas
Turf Care
Bermuda Grass
Foley Company

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Just outside Philadelphia, a growing group is fighting to preserve the land that was once home to the first Black-owned 18-hole golf course in the country.

Think you know Dr. Mike Goatley? So did Charlie. Then he talked with the longtime Virginia Tech icon ... and he learned plenty. From Kentucky tobacco fields to, uh, Memphis pro wrestling, this episode covers a lot.

So many turf journeys start with the dream of becoming a golf course superintendent. But the industry features plenty of alternate paths. David Hillger, Yusif Jaouni and Justin Stewart share how they got to where they are today.

Year-round play, unprecedented demand and volatile weather create unique challenges when renovating golf courses in the Southeast. Brandon Johnson describes the decision-making process from an architect’s perspective.

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Recent Guests

David Hillger
Research field scientist
Dow/Corteva lineage
Episode: Talking Turfs Weeds 18: Industry careers roundtable
Justin Stewart
National sales leader
Corteva Agriscience
Episode: Talking Turfs Weeds 18: Industry careers roundtable
Yusif Jaouni
Market development specialist
Corteva Agriscience
Episode: Talking Turfs Weeds 18: Industry careers roundtable
Brandon Johnson
Golf Course Architect; owner at Brandon Johnson Golf Course Design
Brandon Johnson Golf Course Design (formerly Arnold Palmer Design Company)
Episode: Tartan Talks 120: Brandon Johnson
Chris Brumley
Equipment manager at Colonie Golf & Country Club
Colonie Golf & Country Club
Episode: Reel Turf Techs: Chris Brumley
Branden Phillips
Superintendent at Rankin Golf Course, Rankin, Texas
Rankin Golf Course
Episode: Beyond the Page 81: Rankin and Grillin'
Brent Downs
Director of Agronomy at Otter Creek Golf Club and Harrison Lake Country Club; journalist and grilling enthusiast
Otter Creek Golf Course / Harrison Lake Country Club
Episode: Beyond the Page 81: Rankin and Grillin'
Brandi Merrick
USGA Green Section Education Manager
USGA
Episode: Wonderful Women of Golf 60: Brandi Merrick
Ralph Kepple
Former Director of Operations / Golf Course Superintendent at East Lake Golf Club
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Episode: Let Me Know! 3: Ralph Kepple

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Guy Soprano
Host of Superintendent Radio Network; on-site interview facilitator

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • 👍

    Great podcast. Would like to hear more from supers and assistants in regards to on course topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    BerkleighSuper
    United States6 years ago
  • Assistant Superintendent

    Fantastic job with the podcasts. Very informative and educational.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @Ski_KC
    United States12 years ago

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Highlights practical, on-the-ground topics that matter to superintendents and equipment crews.
listeners appreciate the real-world focus and guest diversity, especially practitioners with hands-on experiences.
Content is informative and educational, with useful tips for managing turf operations.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Reel Turf Techs: Chris Brumley
Q: What's been one of your biggest challenges in the shop?
Organization and keeping track of tools and parts, with a lot of items getting piled up, but he finds ways to stay organized and emphasizes putting tools away and not overhauling the entire workspace at once.
Reel Turf Techs: Chris Brumley
Q: Tell us how you got into the turf industry.
Chris describes following his father, who was a superintendent, and gradually taking on maintenance roles that led to a career as a dedicated equipment technician who learned largely through hands-on work and family influence.
Beyond the Page 81: Rankin and Grillin'
Q: What are you looking forward to in the 2026 season?
Branden expresses excitement about hosting the West Texas Chapter GCSA meeting, showing off the renovated course to fellow superintendents, and continuing to maintain high course quality through the summer.
Beyond the Page 81: Rankin and Grillin'
Q: What was the renovation process like from the very beginning, Branden?
Branden describes arriving mid-renovation, observing the early shaping, witnessing the irrigation and bunker work, and realizing how the course evolved from dirt to a functioning, green nine-hole course, all while adapting to limited water and a collaborative process with Trey Kemp and David Artega.
Wonderful Women of Golf 60: Brandi Merrick
Q: You've mentioned diversity and visibility of women in the industry. What does it mean to you to see more women taking on leadership roles and being recognized?
Brandi discusses the impact of increasing female representation, the support network within the Women in Turf group, and how visibility translates to empowerment and role modeling for younger professionals.

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The show focuses on practical turf management for golf courses, featuring deep dives with superintendents, equipment managers, researchers, and industry designers. Episodes cover career paths, shop operations, irrigation and moisture management, disease defense, renovation projects, and the integration of new technologies on diverse courses—from private clubs to resort properties. Guests range from on‑course leaders to engineering and product experts, often tying in mentorship, team building, and operational efficiency. The format tends to balance hands-on tactics with strategic planning, making it valuable for listeners who manage greens, practice facilities, or course maintenance programs, and for sponsors seeking a technically engaged au... more

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2. Justin Stewart
3. Yusif Jaouni
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5. Chris Brumley
6. Branden Phillips
7. Brent Downs
8. Brandi Merrick

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