Turf Addict with Stephen Tucker

Turf Addict with Stephen Tucker

Listen as Stephen Tucker invites some of the brightest minds in the golf and turf industry to discuss innovations, issues and all things turf equipment.

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January 28, 2025 51 mins

Welcome to an exciting episode of the Turf Addict Podcast, where Stephen Tucker dives deep into the world of golf and turf management with Dave Plaster, Vice President of Golf and Sports at Husqvarna. In this episode, we explore the future of autonomous mowers and their potential to revolutionize the golf industry.

Dave shares his extensive experience in the golf business, beginning as a young caddie and working his way through the...

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Join Stephen Tucker on the Turf Addict Podcast as he engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Todd Bohn, Director of Agronomy from Desert Mountain Golf Club, known for his expertise in turf management. In this episode, they delve into the nuances of golf course renovations, sharing invaluable insights on planning and executing these projects efficiently.

Gain a deeper understanding of the importance of expert collaboration, s...

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Join Stephen Tucker in the latest episode of the Turf Addict Podcast as he sits down with Thomas Bastis, a seasoned PGA tour agronomist. Together, they navigate the challenges and triumphs of the past year in the world of golf course maintenance. Explore the impact of extreme weather, the evolution of agronomic practices, and the importance of team dynamics in achieving excellence on the greens.

Delve into the transformative role ...

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Take a listen as I chat with owner of SIP Corporation's Mark Pilger regarding the company's name, the evolution of the grinders, how we originally met (lol) and the new RHOC gauge.

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In this episode Jodie Cunningham from Optimus Talent Partners and I talk about the use of Predictive Index (Pi), she analyzes my Pi (sigh) and we talk about career change and having the right people in the right jobs.

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In this weeks podcast join me as I talk about where my career started and the bumps in the road that came with it, a career change and the corona virus. I'm not good at talking about myself but I felt it important enough to share that things don't always go as planned. Hope you enjoy!

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In this months interview on the Turf Addict Podcast John Patterson and I talk about John Deere GPS Precision sprayers, hiring equipment managers and wages for equipment managers.

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Take a listen to my 2nd episode this year as I talk with Rusty Wilson Golf Course Superintendent at Four Seasons Orlando. We discuss his career in the industry, why he loves Four Seasons and the Superintendent / Equipment Manager Relationship.

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In this episode I go solo for the first time talking about the shortage of technicians, some challenges that exist and as always cutting units.

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Listen in to this episode as I talk to my former assistant Greg Neill who is the Equipment Manger at the Four Seasons in Dallas about his time working for me, his journey through equipment management and my golf game.

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Take a listen this week as I talk with the Director of Global golf for John Deere, Manny Gan. In this episode we will be discussing the LSU Tigers, autonomous mowers, GPS Sprayers and the golf industry!

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This is an exciting week for the Turf Addict podcast as we welcome Zach Johnson. This is a must listen for anyone in the golf buisness and easily one of

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This weeks episode I talk with long time college friend Jody Farber the Equipment Manager at Coyote Springs in Las Vegas. Listen as we discuss college, equipment management, leadership and

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I am excited this week to bring you my interview with Bruce Williams. In this interview we will be discussing Palataka, FL (lol yes), consulting and some tips to think

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This weeks podcast features Carlos Arraya from Bellerive Country Club and we discuss all things career, leadership, and wasabi!

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In this episode I talk with a good friend of mine Thomas Bastis about his transition to PGA Tour Agronomist, his puffy jacket collection, and equipment managers. This is an

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In this podcast my guest Nick Stoyer, Learning and Development Manager at Four Seasons Orlando, and I will dive into the leadership topic and discuss what makes a great leader.

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January 24, 2019 42 mins

In this episode I will be talking with Mike Kriz from Arrowhead Country Club in Rapid City, South Dakota about his career, the IGCEMA and all things technicians.

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As we hit 2019 I have dove into trying out podcasting. In my first episode I have John Patterson and we will be discussing everything from IGCEMA, the best equipment

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