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Turf Today

Turf Today 146 Episodes Jul 14, 2026

Turf Today is a podcast focused on golf course maintenance, hosted by Adam Courchaine and Brian Laurent from the Superintendent Network. The show features engaging conversations with a diverse range of guests from the worldwide turf community, covering topics related to turf management, golf, and related professions. Listeners can expect entertaining stories and insights shared without boundaries, making it a welcoming space for professionals and enthusiasts alike.

Episodes

David Warszawski
David Warszawski Jul 14, 2026 01:13:14 Not every path into the golf industry looks the same, and David Warszawski is proof of that. Known to many as the Primary Cup Cutter at Tampa Palms Country Club, David didn't attend turf school or follow the traditional route into golf course maintenance. Instead, he learned from the Superintendents who took the time to teach him, developed a passion for the craft, and found purpose in creating ex
Jack Willhite
Jack Willhite Jul 7, 2026 01:13:38 Jack Willhite joins the Turf Today Podcast to share his journey from his first days at Savannah Golf Club to becoming a Golf Course Superintendent at Berkeley Hills in Georgia. A graduate of Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (ABAC), Jack has built his career through hard work, a passion for the industry, and a willingness to embrace every challenge along the way. In this episode, we cover every
Nick Daley
Nick Daley Jun 30, 2026 55:55 This week on Turf Today, we sit down with Nick Daley, Golf Course Superintendent at Capilano Golf & Country Club. Originally from Sydney, Australia, Nick's journey through the turf industry has taken him from his first days at Nicklaus North Golf Course to becoming one of Canada's rising leaders in golf course management. A graduate of Penn State World Campus, Nick has worked his way through nearl
Anton Vergottini
Anton Vergottini Jun 23, 2026 45:42 This week on Turf Today, we sit down with Anton Vergottini, a Superintendent at Suntree Country Club in Florida. Originally from Johannesburg, South Africa, Anton shares his journey into the turf industry. From his early days as a carnival operator to becoming a Golf Course Superintendent, Anton talks about the experiences, challenges, and lessons that helped shape his career. This includes: some
John Irvine
John Irvine Jun 9, 2026 01:09:34 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 fitness, his experience training golfers of all skill levels, and why physical health plays such a critical role in both performance and quality of lif
Andrew Lewandowski
Andrew Lewandowski Jun 2, 2026 01:05:41 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 into different roles before becoming Superintendent at Cherry Blossom GC.   Andrew shares stories from his career, including volunteering at the 2024 P
Frank S. Rossi, Ph.D.
Frank S. Rossi, Ph.D. May 26, 2026 01:15:04 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 the way golf courses are maintained around the world. In this episode, Frank joins Adam Courchaine and Brian Laurent for a wide-ranging conversation on
Stuart Naugler
Stuart Naugler May 12, 2026 01:19:28 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 career, and what it's been like helping bring a brand new golf course to life from the ground up. Packed with experience, industry insight, and plenty of
Jim Pavonetti
Jim Pavonetti May 5, 2026 01:17:49 This week we're joined by Jim Pavonetti, longtime superintendent at Fairview Country Club in Greenwich, Connecticut. Fresh off receiving the President's Award for Environmental Stewardship from the GCSAA, Jim brings a wealth of experience, perspective, and leadership to the conversation. What really stands out about Jim is how genuine he is. He's not only a highly respected superintendent, but als
Marcus Harness
Marcus Harness Apr 28, 2026 01:15:55 This week on Turf Today, we're joined by Marcus Harness, Superintendent at Sand Point Country Club in Seattle. A longtime friend of the show, Marcus brings a wealth of experience from a career that's taken him through 10 different golf courses, starting from his early days growing up on a course to ultimately finding a place he now calls home. Now in a leadership role, Marcus shares what it means
Will Haskett
Will Haskett Apr 21, 2026 01:02:49 This week, we're joined by Will Haskett, broadcaster on PGA Tour Radio and author of The Science of Golf. Will brings a unique mix of insight and storytelling as he walks us through his journey in golf media. From career highlights behind the mic to what really goes into a live broadcast, this episode gives a behind-the-scenes look at the game from a different perspective. This one hits close to h
Bubba Wright
Bubba Wright Apr 14, 2026 01:15:51 This week on Turf Today, Adam and Brian sit down with Bubba Wright, Director of Agronomy at Big Cedar Lodge, one of the most unique and breathtaking golf destinations in the world. Bubba's journey through the industry is nothing short of elite. From studying turf at Rutgers University, to interning at Pebble Beach Golf Links, spending time as an assistant at TPC Scottsdale, and eventually returnin

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