Superintendent Radio Network

Tartan Talks 122: Joel Hornickel

Joel Hornickel’s career is a story of persistence and patience. He’s now enjoying the results of demonstrating those desirable characteristics through his role as a key part of a thriving design firm.

Reel Turf Techs: Jeff Gustafson

What do you remember about the first time you used a grease gun? Oakland Hills Country Club equipment manager Jeff Gustafson has vivid memories of this mechanical moment. He also shares a terrific story of career passion and persistence.

Beyond the Page 83: A 20-year-old's perspective

How can golf course superintendents attract more young seasonal team members? Free golf helps, but you have to find teens and 20somethings who can wake up early and get to the course on time. Wilson Zelch, now in his fourth summer Emerald Lake Golf Club outside Charlotte is one of those folks.

Wonderful Women of Golf 62: Amanda Potter

Let Me Know! 5: Jeff Thompson

Charlie discusses a higher calling on the latest episode of Let Me Know! — and it has nothing to do with elevation change. How did Jeff Thompson, the man who got him into the industry, switch gears from superintendent to pastor?

Tartan Talks 121: Damian Pascuzzo and Kurtis Wolford

Architect Damian Pascuzzo and superintendent Kurtis Wolford were key parts of a team involved with renovating one of America’s most welcoming courses. They share the methodology and collaboration it took to reimagine Campus Commons Golf Course in Sacramento, California.

Reel Turf Techs July 2026: Tyler Lewellyn

The “Land of 10,000 Lakes” is also the land of insightful equipment managers. Trent visits with Spring Hill (Minnesota) Golf Club’s Tyler Lewellyn to learn more about equipment and people management at a soothing spot.

Beyond the Page 82: Preserving historic land

Just outside Philadelphia, a growing group is fighting to preserve the land that was once home to the first Black-owned 18-hole golf course in the country.

Let Me Know! 4: Dr. Mike Goatley

Think you know Dr. Mike Goatley? So did Charlie. Then he talked with the longtime Virginia Tech icon ... and he learned plenty. From Kentucky tobacco fields to, uh, Memphis pro wrestling, this episode covers a lot.

Talking Turfs Weeds 18: Industry careers roundtable

So many turf journeys start with the dream of becoming a golf course superintendent. But the industry features plenty of alternate paths. David Hillger, Yusif Jaouni and Justin Stewart share how they got to where they are today.

Tartan Talks 120: Brandon Johnson

Year-round play, unprecedented demand and volatile weather create unique challenges when renovating golf courses in the Southeast. Brandon Johnson describes the decision-making process from an architect’s perspective.