Nearly three-quarters of all U.S. golf course facilities are open to the public. Matt and Guy discuss two picturesque public courses filled with great characters and small-business savvy.

Greens with Envy 24: Local links

Robert McNeil

Robert McNeil designs, renovates, restores and manages golf courses. He also owns one. Listen to why he’s heavily invested into promoting and creating fast, friendly and inclusive golf experiences.

Tartan Talks No. 56: Robert McNeil 

A metal fan for years, Terry Hills Golf Course superintendent Thad Thompson is now a proud Metal Dad — his younger son, Dylan, is the drummer for the up-and-coming metal band Invictra.

Off the Course 17: Thad Thompson

Veteran superintendents Ron Furlong and Matthew Wharton talk about labor challenges, lessons learned in 2020 and more.

Beyond the Page 16: Labor talk

Why does Sue Spahr often refer to Swanhills Golf Course as her “first born?” The veteran superintendent joins Rick Woelfel to describe her unique connection with the northwest Illinois land she has spent a quarter-century managing.

Wonderful Women of Golf No. 1: Sue Spahr  

What celebrities have most affected the game over the decades? Matt and Guy share their top five, plus thoughts about winter golf television, recent reads and more.

Greens with Envy 23: Golfing celebs

Bruce Charlton

From running around his neighborhood golf course to traveling the world with one of the industry’s most recognizable design firms, Robert Trent Jones II chief design offer Bruce Charlton has spent much of the past 40 years on the move. We got him to stop for a few minutes to reflect on his career journey.

Tartan Talks No. 55: Bruce Charlton

Raul Iurk is a talented young turf pro with some impressive stops on his resume. He is also a native Brazilian now tangled in a complicated visa situation.

Off the Course 16: Raul Iurk

Golf Course Industry editors Guy Cipriano and Matt LaWell dive into the incredible facts and figures in the 10th annual State of the Industry report, and Dr. Kelly Price discusses how the game might be able to market and grow after a booming 2020.

Beyond the Page 15: State of the Industry

Golf Course Industry sales wizard and novice golfer Andrew "Hurricane" Hatfield returns to recap his first full year on the course. (The kid is turning into a heck of a golfer!)

Greens with Envy 22: Hurricane Hatfield

Ready to learn the newest tips to keep your golf course running in top condition?  GCI Magazine brings you news and exclusive interviews with the people who know how to build great turf.  Subscribe for our regular podcast - and don't forget to visit us at http://www.golfcourseindustry.com for even more great info!

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Jeff Brauer

Jeff and Nathan helped create a great book from the ASGCA Foundation to help your bosses make thoughtful course improvement decisions. They explain the methodology behind the book — and some of its witty lines — on the final Tartan Talks of 2020.

Tartan Talks No. 54: Jeff Brauer and Nathan Crace

Tim Moraghan

What did we learn about the industry in 2020? Will bunkers without rakes and putting with the flagstick in become long-term practices? What must be promoted to keep tee times filled in 2021? The industry’s most candid columnist provides answers in the audio version of the annual Grainy Awards.

Beyond the Page, Episode 14: Tim Moraghan

Eric Bauer is best known as the director of agronomy at Bluejack National, but on Friday nights and Saturday afternoons, he is a football parent — the father of a Magnolia Bulldog and an Arkansas Razorback.

Off the Course, Episode 15

Thirteen industry professionals contributed stories to our fifth annual Turfheads Take Over issue, including Charlie Fultz, who returned to golf after 13 years away, and Jason Hollen, who wrapped up his November Rain trilogy. These are their stories.

Beyond the Page, Episode 13

Tyler Bloom (@tbloom_golf) chats about a subject confounding superintendents and operators – and reveals why he’s dedicating himself to offering solutions for colleagues and clubs.

Labor, labor, labor

Fry Straka Global Golf Course Design’s Jason Straka and Kenwood Country Club’s Kent Turner return for an encore to discuss how they reached the big-project finish line in a year filled with volatility.

Tartan Talks No. 53

They’re playing a huge tournament in Texas. In December. On two courses instead of one. Go inside U.S. Women’s Open preparations and learn about handling in-season adjustments with Champions Golf Club director of agronomy Chris Ortmeier.

100 MPH Toward a Major Event

A podcast about podcasting? Sure, why not? Assistant superintendents Will Dennis and James Cornell dive into the origins of their Not So Superintendent comedy podcast, industry reaction, the show’s future — and what you need to know to start your own podcast.

Off the Course, Episode 14

Matt pops a top while Guy recaps visits to Stonewall Resort, Pete Dye Golf Club and Bridgeport Country Club in West Virginia, and Chartiers Country Club and Fox Chapel Golf Club around Pittsburgh.

Greens with Envy, Episode 21

The podcast heads back *on* the course, at least for this episode, to find out how Dub’s Dread Golf Club superintendent Bryan Nierman popped the question and got his girlfriend to say “Yes.”

Off the Course, Episode 13

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Mike Dachowski discusses the agronomic philosophies at Rhode Island gem Shelter Harbor Golf Club.

Striving for summer success

Game Plan columnist Henry DeLozier makes his Beyond the Page debut to talk about the goodness — the greatness — of golf.

Beyond the Page, Episode 5

Dive deeper the January issue of Golf Course Industry with new columnist Bradley S. Klein, Jared Kalina of Ballyneal Golf and Hunt Club and Kyle Hegland of Sand Hills Golf Club, and GCI editor Guy Cipriano.

Beyond the Page, Episode 3

Fairy ring can emerge anywhere in the country, anywhere on the course and in any kind of weather. Jen Browning helps you ID and treat the ugly disease.

Disease discussion: Figuring out fairy ring

Alex Stuedemann of TPC Deere Run sits down to talk about his commitment to keeping his skin as healthy as his mind and body.

Off the Course, Episode 1

Eric Materkowski describes his career journey and how his team consistently provides terrific playing surfaces at an elite Pittsburgh club.

Humid, hilly and healthy 

A two-part look at how golf course architects are handling COVID-19 begins with ASGCA President Jan Bel Jan offering perspective from a lifetime in golf. Plus, tips for handling course landscapes and trees during periods of maintenance reductions.

Tartan Talks No. 46: Part 1

Perry Park Country Club superintendent Justin Daigle joins us to talk tech (he is a big believer in the power of autonomous mowers) — and to help out Colorado first responders.

Beyond the Page, Episode 6

Guy and Matt recap an incredibly fun visit to Palm Beach Par 3 Golf Course, name drop Richard Petty(!) and Vanilla Ice(?), and preview the Golf Industry Show.

Greens with Envy, Episode 8

A conversation with Bobby Weed continues our look at Pete Dye’s impact on golf course architecture, construction and maintenance.

Tartan Talks No. 44

Turfgrass pests are always on the mind of Penn State’s Dr. Ben McGraw (@TurfEnto). The witty turfgrass entomologist describes the current state of ABW and white grubs control, including his work with Bayer’s new active ingredient Tetraniliprole.

Studying six-legged perplexion

How important is the first dollar spot application for season-long control? Dr. Richard Latin and Kyle Miller explain why falling behind puts superintendents in a tough spot.

Disease discussion: Get the first one right 

An abundance of public play brings heavy turf traffic. A significant tournament brings attention. Jim Nedrow explains how The Club at Indian Creek handles numerous stresses.

No problems in Nebraska 

Nine years ago, Brian Boyer weighed 205 pounds and smoked two packs a day. Now he runs ultramarathons. How did he trade one addiction for another? And how does he balance running with fatherhood and work at Cinnabar Hills Golf Club?

Off the Course, Episode 5

Guy and Matt dive into Cub Cadet's departure from the autonomous mower market for golf, their thoughts from the Golf Industry Show, and more Florida course visits.

Greens with Envy, Episode 9

From the comfort of what has long been the front room of their Toledo office, Steve Forrest and Shawn Smith reflect on their decades working together and the transition to working from home.

Tartan Talks No. 45

Donovan Maguigan is in his second year as the superintendent at Springdale Golf Club in Princeton, New Jersey. He is also a mega bibliophile — so much so that he’s on pace to finish more than 100 books this year. Where does he find the time?

Off the Course, Episode 7

Where in the world is Matthew Gourlay? The Colbert Hills veteran joins us (from Kansas) to talk about growing up in the industry, his family's long history in the game and ... Eugene Levy?

Off the Course, Episode 6

Dive deeper the February issue of Golf Course Industry (finally!) with Ashley Wilkinson of Horry Georgetown Technical College about turf student education and back-page columnist Matthew Wharton about playing off mats in the winter.

Beyond the Page, Episode 4

Brian Curley of Schmidt-Curley Golf Design looks back on the late Pete Dye and describes what the legendary architect meant to the people who worked with him.

Tartan Talks No. 43

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Four years ago, Jesse was hit by a car and nearly died. Now he wants to find the driver. And thank him.CreditsHeavyweight is hosted and produced by Jonathan Goldstein.This episode was also produced by Kalila Holt. The senior producer is Kaitlin Roberts.Editing by Jorge Just, Alex Blumberg, and Wendy Dorr.Special thanks to Emily Condon, Saidu Tejan-Thomas, and Jackie Cohen.The show was mixed by Kate Bilinski. Music by Christine Fellows, John K Samson, and Edwin, with additional music by Chris Zabriskie, Blue Dot Sessions, Michael Charles Smith, Visager, Graham Barton, and Katie Mullins. Our theme song is by The Weakerthans courtesy of Epitaph Records, and our ad music is by Haley Shaw.

Heavyweight

Four years ago, Jesse was hit by a car and nearly died. Now he wants to find the driver. And thank him.CreditsHeavyweight is hosted and produced by Jonathan Goldstein.This episode was also produced by Kalila Holt. The senior producer is Kaitlin Roberts.Editing by Jorge Just, Alex Blumberg, and Wendy Dorr.Special thanks to Emily Condon, Saidu Tejan-Thomas, and Jackie Cohen.The show was mixed by Kate Bilinski. Music by Christine Fellows, John K Samson, and Edwin, with additional music by Chris Zabriskie, Blue Dot Sessions, Michael Charles Smith, Visager, Graham Barton, and Katie Mullins. Our theme song is by The Weakerthans courtesy of Epitaph Records, and our ad music is by Haley Shaw.

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Not on any maps, a beautiful outdoor pavilion in the middle of nowhere. Listen to this episode to hear about one of the hosts experience being initiated into the secret club of kids who knew about it, and the story behind why Heyoon existed.

The only way to find out about Heyoon for someone to take you there. Why?

Growing up in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Alex Goldman was a misfit. Bored and disaffected and angry, he longed for a place to escape to. And then he found Heyoon. The only way to find out about Heyoon for someone to … Continue reading →

99% Invisible

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