Episodes 33
Avg. Duration 55m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.7 (7)
Since Nov 2021
Latest Episode May 2026

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About This Podcast

TN Turf Tuesdays is a monthly series during the growing season that is designed to provide individuals managing golf courses, sports fields, residential/commercial lawns, and sod farms with the latest research on optimizing turfgrass aesthetic and functional quality via sustainable cultural and pest management practices. Episodes feature work of University of Tennessee faculty, staff, and students in the Turfgrass Science & Management program, as well as other turfgrass scientists and industry partners from around the globe

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OnSite at The Honors Course with David Stone

May 05, 2026 55m

One of only two superintendents inducted into the Tennessee Golf Hall of Fame, David Stone had a legendary career managing turf in Tennessee. In this episode, we visit with David to discuss his…

Pat Rose, CGCS - Director of Agronomy at Belle Meade CC

Apr 07, 2026 47m

Founded in 1901, Belle Meade Country Club holds a historic place in Tennessee golf. In this episode, new Director of Agronomy, Pat Rose, CGCS, joins us for an in-depth discussion about turfgrass…

UT x FIFA - 2026 World Cup Update

Oct 07, 2025 52m

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. John Sorochan, Rhys Fielder, and Dillon McCallum from the University of Tennessee. Their team has been leading UT’s efforts in preparing surfaces for the…

Behind the Curtain at Pinehurst

Sep 02, 2025 55m

In this session we are joined by John Jeffreys, Director of Agronomy at Pinehurst #2. One the nation’s most historic golf courses, John will provide a behind the scenes look at how surfaces were…

10+ Years After A Pesticide Ban in Connecticut

Aug 05, 2025 55m

In this session we are joined by Dr. Jason Henderson and Victoria Wallace from the University of Connecticut. Since a pesticide ban was enacted in school grounds in 2010, Jason and Victoria have…

A Chat with Dr. Micah Woods

Jul 01, 2025 57m

In this episode we are joined by Dr. Micah Woods. Through his work with the Asian Turfgrass Center and Pace Turf, Micah provides guidance to golf courses and sports fields across the globe regarding…

Multisport Management in Foxboro

Jun 04, 2025 51m

In this episode we are joined by Chris Hurley with Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, MA. As a sports field manager at Gillette Stadium, Chris is responsible for preparing high quality surfaces for both…

Green Side Up: A Chat with Brad Jean of Crossroads Sod Farm

May 07, 2025 58m

In this episode we are joined by Brad Jean from Crossroads Sod in Belvidere, TN. Brad shares his experiences working in sod production over the past two decades and speaks to the growth of the…

A Career in Turfgrass Extension with Mitchell Mote

Apr 01, 2025 53m

In this episode we are joined by Mitchell Mote, from UT Extension – Rutherford County. Mitchell has over 30+ years of turfgrass management experience in Tennessee. We’ll discuss changes in pest…

One Year Closer to The Show - FIFA World Cup 2026 x TN Turf Tuesday

Oct 01, 2024 51m

The 23nd FIFA World Cup will be coming to North America in 2026 and UT researchers are actively working behind the scenes to prepare fields for play. In this episode we are joined by Drs. John…

John Ballard, CGCS at Valhalla Golf Club

Sep 03, 2024 47m

The world of golf visited Valhalla Golf Club for the PGA Championship in May and UT alumnus, John Ballard was at the center of the action. John is the Course Superintendent at Valhalla Golf Club and…

TN Turf Tuesday - August 6th, 2024

Aug 06, 2024 57m

In this episode we are joined by UT alumnus, Andy Perry. In recent years some of the largest golf course properties in the region have undertaken major re-sodding projects and Andy has played a key…

TN Turf Tuesday - July 2nd, 2024

Jul 02, 2024 53m

Originally designed by C.B. McDonald, The Lido Golf Club opened in 1914 off the coast of New York but was demolished during World War II. In 2023, the course was rebuilt at Sand Valley Resort in…

TN Turf Tuesday- June 4, 2024

Jun 04, 2024 56m

In this episode we are joined by two of the newest turfgrass scientists in the southeastern region, Dr. Wendell Hutchens and Dr. Hannah Wright-Smith with the University of Arkansas. Researchers…

TN Turf Tuesday - May 7, 2024

May 07, 2024 58m

In this episode we are joined by Dr. Frank Rossi of Cornell University. A pioneer in using podcasts to share turfgrass research findings, Dr. Rossi will discuss his latest work on sustainable…

TN Turf Tuesday - April 2nd, 2024

Apr 02, 2024 54m

In this episode we are joined by Eddie Harbaugh, CSFM. Eddie is a Sport Field Manager for the Philadelphia Eagles. A leader in the sports field industry, Eddie will discuss his use of alternative…

TN Turf Tuesday - October 3rd, 2023

Oct 03, 2023 55m

“The incredible, edible egg….” “Meat, it’s what’s for dinner….” These slogans were born in part from checkoff programs within the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). In this episode, we…

TN Turf Tuesday - September 5th, 2023

Sep 05, 2023 47m

Supply chain is a term that everyone in turfgrass has become familiar with since the pandemic. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Jeff Marvin from PBI Gordon Corporation to discuss supply chain…

TN Turf Tuesday - August 1st, 2023

Aug 01, 2023 56m

Diseases are a problem for everyone in turfgrass. Whether it’s brown patch on tall fescue lawns, anthracnose affecting Poa annua, or spring dead spot of bermudagrass, there are many pathogens to…

TN Turf Tuesday - July 11, 2023

Jul 12, 2023 55m

We are joined by Dr. Becky Bowling, the newest addition to the UT Turfgrass Team. Dr. Becky Bowling will be taking over for the legendary Dr. Tom Samples who retired in 2022. In this episode, we will…

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How many episodes does TN Turf Tuesdays have?

TN Turf Tuesdays has published 33 episodes since November 2021, covering topics in Courses, Earth Sciences.

Is TN Turf Tuesdays still active?

TN Turf Tuesdays is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 55m.

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