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TurfNet personalities Frank Rossi, Dave Wilber, Randy Wilson, John Reitman, Jon Kiger and Peter McCormick interview a variety of turfies on a multitude of subjects... or just pontificate upon occasion.

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00:14:00

Rockbottum Radio: "A Fool's Name is Like His Face..."

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2021/05/27

In this episode of Rockbottum Radio, RW discusses working for corporations and the increasing complexities of lengthy supply line disruptions in modern times. Ludell returns from the future to explain how Gen Z solved the problem of professional politicians... and reveals what golf can expect from corporate water tech. In Storytime, RW tells the tale of his first encounter with corporate indentured servitude: Woolworth's.

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00:54:00

Frankly Speaking: Golf Turf Down Under, and...

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2021/04/20

This episode of Frankly Speaking begins with a trip Down Under to discuss golf turf management in Australia with John Neylan, longtime agronomist. Frank and John cover a wide range of topics from Poa annua and herbicide resistance to putting green construction and the glorious golf on the sandbelt near Melbourne. John’s long history with annual bluegrass and experience with growing grass in arid and Mediterranean climates provides excellent insight no matter where you grow grass. There is even some

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00:40:00

Frank-Lee Speaking with Steve Rabideau and Lee Butler

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2021/04/02

In this episode of "Frank-Lee Speaking", Steve Rabideau of Winged Foot reflects on a career, restoring a couple of classic golf courses and hosting a one-of-kind US Open. The conversation is about construction management, persistence, and managing expectations of a demanding membership and a loyal and dedicated crew. “Nothing prepares you for this.” Frank also visits with Lee Butler of NC State University discussing issues facing golf course superintendents in the southeast US. Frank and Lee also

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00:23:00

Rockbottum Radio: The Great Trickle Down

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2021/04/01

This episode of Rockbottum Radio features another typical day at The Rock, as Cletus realizes why he should wear PPE when spraying, Momma learns how to give legal performance appraisals, Jelsik Muldoon remote applies for a job and famous TurfNetter Charlie Fultz helps remote-write a segment on Emotional Golf Support Animals. When the crew discusses walk-striping the rough for TV at the TPC, Momma demands RW break his silence and postulate on the matter through Storytime. RW tells the story of his

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00:29:00

Frankly Speaking: Gil Hanse and the 3-legged stool

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2021/03/19

Frank Rossi connects with fellow Cornell University alum Gil Hanse to discuss his approach to golf course design and the importance of the three-legged stool to effective golf architecture. Gil discusses the balance of maintenance and playability and how short grass provides hope for the average golfer and a challenging dilemma for the low handicap. They even get to discuss the music playing in the headphones of the world’s most popular architect! He’s a Dead Head! New Theme music by Tucker

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00:36:00

Frankly Speaking: Wetting Agent Deep Dive

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2021/03/05

Put on your snorkel or scuba gear and get ready for a deep dive into wetting agents with Glen Obear from Exacto Inc. The lack of uniform regulation and labelling standards has created significant confusion in fully connecting the science to the practice of using wetting agents for soil water management. Frank and Glen discuss the latest thinking from leading turfgrass soil scientists to make sense of labelling and efficacy data. Hold your breath to learn about the interaction of soil type and

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00:15:00

Rockbottum Radio: I'm Listening...

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2021/03/01

In this episode of Rockbottum Radio, Momma and RW take calls from famous golf course superintendents like Steve Huffstutler, Matt Crowther, Mark Hoban and several others known only by their code names: Mongo, Fred, and the golf pro from Burnt Run CC. In the process we learn about how a trail cam caught the bearing-grease-on-the-doorknob shop trickster. Also, Momma warns the industry about the rash of course robberies and explains exactly how to stop it. Presented by DryJect.

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00:50:00

Frankly Speaking: Dan Dinelli and Carl Schimenti on...

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2021/02/20

Frank Rossi returns in 2021 with his old friend Dan Dinelli and former Professional Golfer Carl Schimenti chatting about managing course firmness to adjust playability and traffic tolerance. Frank and Dan explore managing for firmness and how shot angles into and onto the putting surface can be understood. Carl Schimenti and Frank discuss the analytics of course management for playability, traffic management and why some putting surfaces are perceived as bumpy. A 40-minute deep dive in to firmness

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00:13:00

Rockbottum Radio: What's Next for Golf Ops?

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2021/02/01

In this episode of Rockbottum Radio, RW tries to deliver the news amidst financial confusion triggered by Ludell practicing Modern Monetary Theory and nationwide post-ED (electile dysfunction). The gang tries to strategerize ways to keep TN intellectual property from being stolen... again, while Momma ferrets out a spy with a Kansas accent on the crew. In a change of pace, RW offers up some film and book reviews to help us all survive the stay at home lifestyle. Films for TurfNet Villagers to

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00:40:00

Renovation Report with Mike Manthey, Midland Hills...

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2021/01/14

In this episode of the TurfNet Renovation Report, presented by Golf Preservations and The Andersons, host Anthony Pioppi chats with Mike Manthey, superintendent at Midland Hills Country Club in Roseville, MN about the recent renovation of the Seth Raynor design. Led by architect Jim Urbina, the project was started and completed in 2020 under Covid-19 safety protocols. For more history of the project, check out https://golf.com/travel/seth-raynor-map-found-midland-hills/

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00:21:00

Randy Wilson: Rockbottum Radio, Christmas 2020

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2020/12/17

In this Christmas 2020 episode of Rockbottum Radio, RW and the gang go in depth on several of their ideas for dealing with the golf surge, from the good to the bad to the ugly. Momma develops her best ever method for dealing with golfer complaints and then for Storytime, RW tells about the mysterious Coach Zontek (not the one you might think...). Happy Holidays from Rockbottum Country Club, and here's to a MUCH better 2021!

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00:20:00

Renovation Report: Chris Cochran of Nicklaus Design...

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2020/11/16

In this episode of the TurfNet Renovation Report, host John Reitman chats with Chris Cochran, Senior Design Associate of Nicklaus Design, about the American Dunes Golf Club project in Grand Haven, MI. Presented by Golf Preservations and The Andersons.

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00:21:00

Rockbottum Radio: Great Leaps Forward (and backward)...

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2020/11/09

In this episode of Rockbottum Radio, RW and the Rockbottum gang discuss Great Leaps Forward (GLFs) in Golf, along with a few Great Leaps Backward. They also present the Rockbottum CC Frying Pan for Excellence in Skeletal Golf Theory Award to the winner. In Storytime, Willy tells about the time an evil golf pro made a great leap backward with a little help from a teenager who shall remain nameless. Presented by DryJect.

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00:19:00

Renovation Report with Scott LesChander, Terrace Park...

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2020/10/26

In this episode of the TurfNet Renovation Report, host Jon Kiger chats with Scott LesChander, superintendent at Terrace Park Country Club near Cincinnati, about the ongoing renovation work and irrigation system upgrade. Presented by Golf Preservations and The Andersons.

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00:18:00

Turfgrass Hotline: Conclusion of Ken Benoit's Connect...

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2020/10/20

Ken Benoit's Connect to Protect Tour concludes on this episode of the Turfgrass Hotline. Ken completed his 3400 mile, 36 day journey across the US by dipping his bike into the Pacific Ocean. Frank and Ken review the high- and lowlights of the journey and the work that lies ahead to actually adopt BMPs across the country, not just talk about and publish them! Ken’s journey has been celebrated by many in the golf industry and it's clear he has found that personal and professional compass he sought a

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00:15:00

Rockbottum Radio: Rivermont -- not the ABCDEFGs -- is...

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2020/10/15

In this episode, RW explains why Rivermont GC is the Model for the future of golf... Ludell recalls the worst GCS tyrant ever... and the gang discusses what makes the best face masks. Before he takes us along for a trip to the dermatologist, RW tells how to be a legendary golf architect. Also, just before heading out to early vote, the pro shop tunes into a mysterious broadcast from RW's long forgotten Altered Ego, Ydnar, who offers a solution to the chaos of 2020. Presented by DryJect.

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00:38:00

Connect to Protect Tour with Ken Benoit, CGCS, Part 4

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2020/09/21

Frank catches up with Ken Benoit twice in this extended episode of the Turfgrass Hotline highlighting the Connect to Protect tour. Ken’s logged over 1800 miles and another 6 miles straight up and he is still in the great plains! Before he heads across the Continental Divide he has tells us about a few Golf Course Supts. in the Great State of Nebraska! There are some heartwarming moments and gut-wrenching frustration on the road. Ken faces a lot of adversity and continues to see that the diversity

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00:18:00

TurfNet University: Todd Hicks of Ohio State University

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2020/09/07

In this edition of TurfNet University, sponsored by Brandt, Todd Hicks of the turfgrass pathology department at Ohio State University discusses some of the issues that he and colleague Joe Rimelspach are hearing from golf course superintendents. This includes disease issues like dollar spot and anthracnose as well as other challenges associated with stress from traffic, a lot of play and a summer that has been very hot and dry. He also discusses some of the challenges to helping superintendents

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00:15:00

Turfgrass Hotline: Connect to Protect Tour with Ken...

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2020/09/01

The Connect to Protect Tour pedals on with Ken Benoit on ride day 13 (total day 15) and closing in on 1300 miles as he puts his leg up for a few days in IA with Tim Gravert. BMPs of water use reduction and pollinators are highlighted on these course visits and just as much learning going on internally for Ken as a “niggle” turned to a “bark” from his Achilles tendon. Adjustments to the pedaling stroke are being made, new and old friendships made and renewed, and a positive journey hopes to continue

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00:16:00

Turfgrass Hotline Transition Zone with Lee Miller,...

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2020/08/31

This week the Hotline is in heart of the transition zone with Professor Lee Miller at the University of Missouri. Root diseases are dominating the pest scene and extremes of moisture (wet and dry) that expose weaknesses in rootzones as saturated black layer or persistent localized dryspot. Lee suggests seeding to help recover from summer stress woes and discusses the value of selecting good varieties for the transition zone and for him why Perennial Ryegrass is considered the “quick and the dead”

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