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Turf Today

Turf Today
Turf Management
Golf Course Maintenance
Golf Course Management
Toro
Equipment Management
Golf
Superintendent Network
Turf Industry
Networking
Agronomy
Sustainability In Golf
Tournaments
Mentorship
Penn State
Superintendents
Irrigation Systems
Muirfield Village
USGA
GCSAA
Amy Bultena

Welcome to the biggest show in Golf Course Maintenance. Join Adam Courchaine and Brian Laurent from the Superintendent Network, as they host an engaging cross section of guests from the worldwide Turf community. Feel right at home as they talk shop without any boundaries. Listen, learn and laugh at the numerous entertaining experiences from various turf, golf and related professionals that you wil... more

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This week on Turf Today, Adam and Brian chat with golf fitness instructor and the founder of Golf Gains, John Irvine to discuss the importance of taking care of yourself while working in the golf and turf industry. John shares his journey into golf f... more

In this episode of Turf Today, we sit down with Andrew Lewandowski, a Golf Course Superintendent whose journey in turf began at Oldham County Country Club in Louisville, Kentucky and led him through The Ohio State University's turfgrass program and i... more

This week on Turf Today, the boys sit down with one of the most respected voices in the turfgrass industry, Frank Rossi.

From his years at Cornell University to consulting, research, education, and podcasting, Frank has spent decades helping shape ... more

This week we sit down with Stewart Naugler, Director of Agronomy at LoraLoma Club, one of the newest golf developments in Texas. A third-generation superintendent, Stewart shares his journey through the industry, the mentors who helped shape his care... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Lewandowski
Golf Course Superintendent at Cherry Blossom Country Club
Cherry Blossom Country Club
Episode: Andrew Lewandowski
Frank Rossi
Cornell University researcher and educator in turfgrass science
Cornell University
Episode: Frank S. Rossi, Ph.D.
Stuart Naugler
Director of Agronomy at LoraLoma
LoraLoma, DMK properties
Episode: Stuart Naugler
Jim Pavonetti
Award-winning Superintendent at Fairview (Greenwich area)
Fairview (Greenwich)
Episode: Jim Pavonetti
Marcus Harness
Golf Course Superintendent at Sand Point Country Club
Sand Point Country Club, Seattle, WA
Episode: Marcus Harness
Will Haskett
Broadcaster on PGA Tour Radio, author of The Science of Golf
PGA Tour Radio; author
Episode: Will Haskett
Bubba Wright
Director of Agronomy at Big Cedar Lodge
Big Cedar Lodge / Bass Pro Shops
Episode: Bubba Wright
Ryan Trudeau
Assistant Superintendent at Maidstone
Maidstone Club, Long Island
Episode: Ryan Trudeau
Derek Williams
Superintendent at Riverbend Club
Riverbend Club, Great Falls, Virginia
Episode: Derek Williams

Hosts

Adam Courchaine
Host of Turf Today, Core host involved in Turf Today network and Superintendent Network
Brian Laurent
Co-host of Turf Today, provides longtime collaboration with Adam Courchaine and engages in turf industry discussions

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 229 ratings
  • Very informative!!

    One of the best industry podcast out there

    well done fellas 💚🤙⛳️

    Brad Sperling 🏌️‍♂️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bSperls
    Canada9 months ago
  • Awesome Insight to Turf Industry

    Love the podcast!!! As an aspiring superintendent it is amazing to learn from so many individuals who are leading and transforming the industry into what it is today. Can’t get enough of it!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jackl501
    United Statesa year ago
  • Must listen

    Can’t miss an episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T_Taylor14
    United Statesa year ago
  • Must listen

    Great show very informative and some amazing stories from around the industry

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robsy16
    Canadaa year ago
  • Laying Down Lasers

    My absolute favorite podcast for long days out on the course! I’ve definitely been caught laughing out loud while raking bunkers with the crew! There’s no other podcast where you can gain so much agronomy knowledge while still being wildly entertained by some of the takes! Keep it up boys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LoganM99
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the show's practical, real-world turf insights and mentorship focus.
Guests are described as industry veterans and rising stars with diverse experiences.
Audience finds the dialogue between hosts engaging and easy to listen to during field work or admin tasks.

Chart Rankings

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#56
United States/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#50
Canada/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#63
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#136
Germany/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#138
France/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#187
Australia/Sports/Golf

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Andrew Lewandowski
Q: What makes a successful superintendent early in their career?
He emphasizes hands-on learning, building a reliable crew, seeking formal certifications, and creating practical learning spaces like nurseries to hedge against field disruptions.
Andrew Lewandowski
Q: Tell us about your start in turf and how you got to where you are today.
Andrew discusses starting at Oldham County, taking early roles, pursuing certificates through Ohio State and GCSAA, and how mentorship from people like Dave Thomas shaped his path to Cherry Blossom.
Brian Seltzer
Q: Was he on the winning Turf Bowl team?
He wasn't sure but noted that Penn State had winning teams in the past, and there were multiple squads; the dev team performed well but did not win the top overall.
Craig Kirby
Q: How did you get involved in golf after a long career in politics?
Kirby explains he was drawn to golf through mentorship and opportunities that arose from a chance encounter and a pivotal meeting with leaders in the sport, which led him to found a program to bring diverse youth into golf and business.
Mark Jordan
Q: What distinguishes a good leader from a good manager in your experience?
Mark emphasizes that leadership is about people—mentoring, listening, and guiding others—while management focuses on processes and tasks. He shares examples from his Westfield years where understanding staff dynamics and building trust with long-tenured crews enabled successful cultural shifts and operational improvements.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Turf Today

What is Turf Today about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two seasoned hosts discuss golf course maintenance with a rotating cast of guests from the turf industry. Episodes consistently cover career paths, leadership, mentorship, and the realities of managing multiple courses or large-scale renovations, often pairing practical agronomy insights with personal stories. Topics span sustainability, data-driven management, workforce development, and technology adoption in greens and turf operations, with plenty of behind-the-scenes culture from clubs and resorts. The format typically blends expert b‑roll from superintendents, industry veterans, and rising stars, making it valuable for listeners who want real-world guidance, networking insights, and inspiration for advancing in golf maintenance or turf ... more

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Recent guests on Turf Today include:

1. Andrew Lewandowski
2. Frank Rossi
3. Stuart Naugler
4. Jim Pavonetti
5. Marcus Harness
6. Will Haskett
7. Bubba Wright
8. Ryan Trudeau

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