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Turfgrass Epistemology

This podcast explores how we know what we know about turfgrass science. If you are a lawn care operator, sport field manager, sod producer, golf superintendent, or a home owner, this podcast provides evidence-based information to help you better manage your turfgrass.

Science Education Earth Sciences
Update frequency
every 3 days
Average duration
76 minutes
Episodes
212
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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S3 E7 Fate and Activity of Applied Soil Microorganisms & Tinfoil Turfgrass #1

S3 E7 Fate and Activity of Applied Soil Microorganisms & Tinfoil Turfgrass #1

Discover what happens to microorganisms when they are introduced into the soil! This video explores their survival, adaptation, and role in nutrient cycling, plant growth promotion, and soil health. …

01:12:04  |   Tue 04 Feb 2025
S3 E6 Nanobubbles for Dollar Spot Suppression?

S3 E6 Nanobubbles for Dollar Spot Suppression?

Discover the latest research on innovative turfgrass management! 🌱 This video explores the scientific article, "Evaluation of oxygenated and ozonated nanobubble water treatments for dollar spot suppr…

01:01:18  |   Thu 30 Jan 2025
S3 E5 Organic Management Practices on Athletic Fields

S3 E5 Organic Management Practices on Athletic Fields

Explore the impact of organic management on athletic fields! 🌱 In this video, we dive into the study, "Organic Management Practices on Athletic Fields and the Effects on Turfgrass Color, Quality, Cov…

01:08:34  |   Tue 28 Jan 2025
S3 E4 How Do We Measure Soil Health?

S3 E4 How Do We Measure Soil Health?

What exactly is soil health, and why does it matter? In this video, learn how soil functions as a living, dynamic system, supporting plant growth, storing carbon, cycling nutrients, and filtering wat…

01:03:59  |   Thu 23 Jan 2025
S3 E3 Double the Videos! Double the Bullsh?t!

S3 E3 Double the Videos! Double the Bullsh?t!

This video challenges common misconceptions about soil testing for your lawn. It highlights misinformation about soil pH and boron levels, explaining how these factors are often misunderstood or misr…

01:26:34  |   Wed 22 Jan 2025
S3 E2 Base Saturation and Soil Health

S3 E2 Base Saturation and Soil Health

Does base cation saturation really improve soil health? In this video, we explore the science behind base cation saturation ratios and why they may not deliver the soil health benefits often claimed.…

01:12:09  |   Thu 16 Jan 2025
S3 E1 Organic vs. Synthetic Nitrogen Influence on Sport Turf Wear Tolerance and Soil Health

S3 E1 Organic vs. Synthetic Nitrogen Influence on Sport Turf Wear Tolerance and Soil Health

How do synthetic and organic fertilizers impact athletic turfgrass performance and soil health? In this video, we dive into research on the effects of these fertilizers on turfgrass traffic tolerance…

01:31:54  |   Wed 15 Jan 2025
S2 E120 December Comments and Emails

S2 E120 December Comments and Emails

Join me as I dive into your comments and emails about lawns, golf courses, sod farms, and sports turfgrass! 🌱 From turf maintenance tips to the environmental impact of these green spaces, I’ll addres…

01:47:29  |   Thu 19 Dec 2024
S2 E119 Cold Reading the Barnum Effect - Part 3

S2 E119 Cold Reading the Barnum Effect - Part 3

Ever wondered how psychics, fortune-tellers, and even some salespeople seem to know so much about you? In this video, we dive into the fascinating psychology behind cold reading and the Barnum Effect…

02:16:14  |   Wed 18 Dec 2024
S2 E118 Effect of Ozonated Water on Bentgrass.

S2 E118 Effect of Ozonated Water on Bentgrass.

Does ozonated water really boost turfgrass health? In this video, we explore the science behind ozonated water and its impact on turfgrass performance. Despite its popularity in some circles, researc…

00:52:59  |   Tue 17 Dec 2024
S2 E117 Why Does Dog Urine Kill Lawns?

S2 E117 Why Does Dog Urine Kill Lawns?

Dog urine can damage your lawn, but how does it? Many people claim high levels of nitrogen or salt in the urine kills the grass but you may be surprise to find these have very little influence. Learn…

00:58:58  |   Thu 12 Dec 2024
S2 E116 Soil Testing Ca, Mg, pH, and Micros Nonsense. Part III.

S2 E116 Soil Testing Ca, Mg, pH, and Micros Nonsense. Part III.

Ion exchange soil tests might seem like a modern solution for analyzing your soil, but they lack scientific backing and often provide unreliable results. In this video, we break down why these tests …

01:30:34  |   Wed 11 Dec 2024
S2 E115 Do Nanobubbles Increase Root and Shoot Growth of Bentgrass?

S2 E115 Do Nanobubbles Increase Root and Shoot Growth of Bentgrass?

Nanobubbles are marketed as a breakthrough for turfgrass health, but scientific evidence doesn't support their effectiveness. In this video, we explore why nanobubbles won’t benefit your turfgrass, d…

01:07:25  |   Tue 10 Dec 2024
S2 E114 Growing Degree Days Trinexapac and Prohexadione

S2 E114 Growing Degree Days Trinexapac and Prohexadione

Unlock the secret to optimizing bermudagrass health with the power of Plant Growth Regulators (PGRs)! In this video, we explore how applying PGRs based on Growing Degree Days (GDD) can enhance turfgr…

00:55:46  |   Thu 05 Dec 2024
S2 E113 Bullsh?t is His Business, and Business is Good!

S2 E113 Bullsh?t is His Business, and Business is Good!

Turfgrass managers, it’s time to stop falling for YouTube hucksters pushing quick fixes that just don’t work! In this video, we expose common turf management scams, like liquid aeration, base cation …

01:14:09  |   Wed 04 Dec 2024
S2 E112 Prohexadione and the Rebound Effect

S2 E112 Prohexadione and the Rebound Effect

Husiny, J., Ficht, A., Watson, J. R., & Lyons, E. M. (2023). Plant growth regulation and the rebound effect when prohexadione calcium is applied to fairway-height annual bluegrass and creeping bentgr…

00:55:14  |   Tue 03 Dec 2024
S2 E111 Trinexapac, Nitrogen, and Traffic on Kentucky Bluegrass

S2 E111 Trinexapac, Nitrogen, and Traffic on Kentucky Bluegrass

Ervin, E.H. and Koski, A.J. (2001), Kentucky Bluegrass Growth Responses to Trinexapac-Ethyl, Traffic, and Nitrogen. Crop Sci., 41: 1871-1877. https://doi.org/10.2135/cropsci2001.1871

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01:01:49  |   Sun 01 Dec 2024
S2 E110 Micronutrients and BS Go Hand-in-Hand

S2 E110 Micronutrients and BS Go Hand-in-Hand

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01:33:59  |   Sat 30 Nov 2024
S2 E109 PGRs, Carbon Exchange, and Turfgrass Growth

S2 E109 PGRs, Carbon Exchange, and Turfgrass Growth

Beasley, J.S., Branham, B.E. and Spomer, L.A. (2007), Plant Growth Regulators Alter Kentucky Bluegrass Canopy Leaf Area and Carbon Exchange. Crop Sci., 47: 757-764. https://doi.org/10.2135/cropsci200…

00:56:19  |   Tue 26 Nov 2024
S2 E108 Comments and Emails.

S2 E108 Comments and Emails.

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01:36:20  |   Thu 21 Nov 2024
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