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S1E40 2026 GC Horn: Regulatory Readiness with Dr. Bryan Unruh
In this episode of Against the Grain, we're sharing Dr. J. Bryan Unruh's presentation from the 2026 GC Horn Seminar, Regulatory Readiness: How Florida Superintendents Can Prepare for New…
S1E39 After the Conference: What's Ahead for EGCSA
In this episode of Against the Grain, Gabe Gallo and Dave Meske catch up after the GCSAA Conference and Centennial celebration in Orlando, including highlights from Icon Park, the Florida gathering,…
S1E38 Anyone Can Thrive: Leadership and Legacy with T.A. Barker, CGCS
In this episode, we sit down with current GCSAA President, T.A. Barker, CGCS to talk leadership from the superintendent's seat, and what it's like guiding the profession into a milestone year. T.A.…
S1E37 The Gator Out Front Should've Told You
In this episode, we recap Thanksgiving at home, talk about how the algorithm convinced us to butterfly a turkey, and laugh through a very underwhelming Black Friday run that did not go as planned. We…
S1E36 The Holiday Greenskeeper
In this episode of Against the Grain, Gabe and Dave sit down with Matt Taylor, CGCS, to talk about growing up in Naples before it became a golf hotspot, the unexpected path that led him from culinary…
S1E35 Building to the Centennial with Darren Davis
In this episode of Against the Grain, Gabe and Dave are joined by the Triple Crown of Past Presidents, Darren Davis (GCSAA, Florida GCSA, Everglades GCSA), to preview how the GCSAA will celebrate its…
S1E34 Serving Supers: A Conversation with GCSAA's Ralph Dain
In this episode of Against the Grain, Gabe and Dave sit down with Ralph Dain, South Atlantic Regional Representative for the GCSAA. Ralph shares stories from his years as a superintendent, including…
S1E33 Gabe Takes the Gavel
Gabe Gallo hosts his first episode as Everglades GCSA President with Dave Meske. They extend a big thank you to outgoing President Dan Brooks for his extra year of service, discuss the new board…
S1E32 Ritz, Rounds & Recap
Heat, high fives, and a hint of face paint—this episode brings you inside the 2025 POA Golf & Luau weekend at the Ritz‑Carlton Tiburón. Dave Meske and Gabe Gallo swap stories from two full days…
S1E31 POA Preview and Last-Minute Details
We're just 5 days out from the big POA Golf & Luau weekend, so we jumped on the mic for a quick (and slightly chaotic) rundown of everything you need to know. From BMP classes and check-in times…
S1E30 Pushing Turf Forward: John Reilly on Innovation, Authenticity, and Turf Twitter
In this episode, Gabe and David talk with John Reilly—aka TurfMonkeyBoy—about how he went from a psychology degree to running one of Florida's most progressive golf course operations. John shares the…
S1E29 Skip Hines: Building the Bridge Between Superintendents and Technicians
Henry "Skip" Hines, Equipment and Facilities Manager at Royal Poinciana in Naples, joins Gabe and David to talk about winning the Edwin Budding Award and his decades of leadership in the industry.…
S1E28 Managing Golf Course Excellence with Ryan Swilley, CGCS
In this episode, hosts Gabe Gallo and David Meske sit down with Ryan Swilley, CGCS, Vice President of the Florida GCSA. They explore the latest trends in golf course management, the biggest…
S1E27 Pesticide Licenses & EPA Changes: What You Need to Know
Big changes are coming for pesticide licensing and regulation! In this episode, we take you to the GC Horn, where Dr. Brett Wells Bultemeier breaks down the EPA's updated rules, how they impact…
S1E26 Live, Laugh, Licenses
In this episode of Against the Green, hosts Gabe and Dave bring humor and updates 🎄 Holiday Hijinks: Christmas Minions and car-buying adventures. 🛠️ Industry Updates: Big changes to pesticide…
S1E25 Holiday Hits: A Festive Chat with Gabe & Dave
Gabe and Dave kick off the holiday spirit in this festive Against the Grain episode! They chat about the upcoming Christmas event, GC Horn updates, BMP Facility Manuals, Christmas lights, and some…
S1E24 From Divots to Digital: Course Cares' Take on Golf Course Storytelling
Adam Garr went from fixing ball marks to transforming golf course communication as the founder of Course Cares. In this episode, he shares how Course Cares produces custom content like team…
S1E23 Ghouls on the Green: Halloween Fun & Upcoming Events
Get into the Halloween spirit with this special episode of Against the Grain! Join Gabe and Dave as they chat about last-minute costume ideas, candy favorites, and plans for spooky celebrations. Gabe…
S1E22 Elevating Turf Health: A Conversation with Todd Lowe
In this episode of Against the Grain, we sit down with turfgrass expert Todd Lowe to discuss his 20+ years in golf course management. From growing up as a superintendent's son to working as a USGA…
S1E21 From Mowers to Closers: TJ Shine's Journey from Superintendent to Sales Rep
In this episode of Against the Grain, hosts Gabe and Dave sit down with TJ Shine, a past President of the EGCSA, to explore his unique journey from golf course superintendent to sales rep. TJ opens…
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