Episodes

  • Sharpen Your Blades, Sharpen Your Mind
    May 13 2026

    🎙️ Mowtivation | Are You Building a Business… or Just Building Another Job?

    Welcome to another powerful episode on Turf’s Up Radio, where we dig deeper than turf and talk about the mindset behind success in the Green Industry.

    In today’s Mowtivation Show, we’re asking the tough question every owner/operator needs to hear:

    Are you building a business that creates freedom… or just another job that owns you?

    From early mornings and long days to equipment breakdowns, labor shortages, weather delays, customer expectations, and the constant pressure of keeping the wheels turning—this industry can test even the toughest professionals.

    But success isn’t built on motivation alone. It’s built on discipline, leadership, systems, and purpose.

    In this episode, we’ll talk about:

    🌱 The difference between working in your business vs. working on it

    🌱 Why motivation fades—but discipline keeps the trucks rolling

    🌱 How to lead and inspire your crew when energy runs low

    🌱 The mental grind of entrepreneurship in the Green Industry

    🌱 Building a business that serves your life—not consumes it

    Whether you’re in the truck, on the mower, managing crews, or planning your next move, this episode is your reminder to sharpen more than just your blades.

    Fuel your mind. Refocus your mission. Find your Mowtivation.

    🎧 Live on Turf’s Up Radio — Your Industry. Your Station. Your Mowtivation.

    #TurfTeacher #TurfsUpRadio #GreenIndustry #LawnCare #TurfManagement #LandscapeLife #CEU

    TURF TEACHER SOCIAL:

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    THE TURFETTE SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/theturfette

    GREEN INDUSTRY COUPLE SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/greenindustrycouple

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    1 hr
  • Gardens of the World: Global Design, Local Impact
    May 4 2026

    Today on Turf’s Up Radio, we traveled the world through garden design—from the structured elegance of France to the natural beauty of England and the survival-driven gardens of the Middle East. Learn how global design influences your local landscape—and how to use it to build better, smarter, and more profitable projects.

    #TurfTeacher #TurfsUpRadio #GreenIndustry #LawnCare #TurfManagement #LandscapeLife #CEU

    TURF TEACHER SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/turfteacher

    THE TURFETTE SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/theturfette

    GREEN INDUSTRY COUPLE SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/greenindustrycouple

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    1 hr
  • Turfgrass Anatomy & Physiology
    Apr 29 2026

    🌱 TOMORROW ON TURF’S UP RADIO 🌱

    We’re breaking down Turfgrass Anatomy & Physiology — the REAL science behind what makes lawns thrive… or fail.

    👉 What’s happening below the surface

    👉 How turf actually grows and responds

    👉 Why timing, nutrients, and environment matter

    👉 How to get BETTER results for your clients

    If you’re in the green industry, this is one you don’t want to miss.

    🎧 Tune in LIVE or catch the podcast after

    #TurfTeacher #TurfsUpRadio #GreenIndustry #LawnCare #TurfManagement #LandscapeLife #CEU

    TURF TEACHER SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/turfteacher

    THE TURFETTE SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/theturfette

    GREEN INDUSTRY COUPLE SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/greenindustrycouple

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    1 hr
  • “Strawberries & Stakes: Farming, Risk, and the Gamble We Take”
    Apr 28 2026

    In this episode of Turf’s Up Radio, we dig deep into the world of 🍓strawberry farming—and the reality that every season is a gamble.

    From planting to harvest, strawberry growers invest time, money, and faith into a crop that’s highly sensitive to weather, disease, labor, and market swings. One late frost, one heavy rain, or one unexpected challenge can turn a promising season into a financial loss overnight.

    We break down what it really costs to grow strawberries, the risks farmers face every day, and why the financial side of farming often feels like placing bets with everything on the line. Is it truly gambling—or is it calculated risk backed by experience, resilience, and grit?

    Whether you’re in the green industry, agriculture, or just curious about where your food comes from, this episode gives you a real-world look at the highs, lows, and stakes of strawberry production.

    👉 Topics include:

    • The true cost of growing strawberries
    • Weather risks (frost, rain, heat) and crop loss
    • Why specialty crops lack strong insurance coverage
    • Comparing farming risk to gambling—what’s fair?
    • Mindset: how farmers handle wins and losses

    🎙️ Tune in and see why farming isn’t just a job—it’s a high-stakes commitment.

    TURF TEACHER SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/turfteacher

    THE TURFETTE SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/theturfette

    GREEN INDUSTRY COUPLE SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/greenindustrycouple

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    1 hr
  • The Code of a Godly Man: Faith, Discipline & Provision in the Green Industry
    Apr 22 2026

    What does it really mean to be a Godly man in today’s world—and how does that apply to the green industry?

    In this powerful episode of Turf’s Up Radio, we break down key principles inspired by a message from Josh Howerton and connect them directly to life as a contractor, business owner, and leader.

    This isn’t just about faith—it’s about how you show up every day for your family, your crew, and your business.

    We dive into:

    • The true meaning of leadership at home vs. leadership at work
    • Why discipline and self-control (asceticism) separate owners from operators
    • What provision really means—and why it’s more than just making money
    • How to build a legacy-driven business, not just a paycheck
    • The responsibility of leading with integrity, consistency, and purpose

    Whether you’re running a crew, building a company, or raising a family, this episode challenges you to level up—not just professionally, but personally and spiritually.

    🔥 You’re not just cutting grass—you’re cultivating legacy.

    TURF TEACHER SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/turfteacher

    THE TURFETTE SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/theturfette

    GREEN INDUSTRY COUPLE SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/greenindustrycouple

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    59 mins
  • The Power of Turfgrass in America
    Apr 17 2026

    In this episode, the Green Industry Couple breaks down the turfgrass industry from the ground up. From environmental benefits and climate impact to career opportunities and industry growth, this episode reveals why turfgrass is more than just grass—it’s one of the most important systems in the American landscape. In Genesis 1:11 "And God said, Let the Earth bring forth grass,..."

    #GreenIndustry #LandscapeLife #greenindustrycouple #Leadership #Legacy #NCNLA #LandscapeBusiness #GrowYourBusiness #StrawberryFarm #EntrepreneurMindset

    TURF TEACHER SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/turfteacher

    THE TURFETTE SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/theturfette

    GREEN INDUSTRY COUPLE SOCIAL:

    https://linktr.ee/greenindustrycouple

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    1 hr
  • Legacy & Culture in a Green Industry Business
    Apr 15 2026

    This morning’s show wasn’t just talk… it was legacy.

    From a father’s strawberry farm 🍓 to the foundation of what it means to build something that lasts…

    We talked about the kind of impact that goes beyond business.

    🌱 Legacy isn’t what you leave behind—

    It’s what you build into others.

    We also broke down what REAL culture looks like inside a landscape company…

    Because great teams don’t happen by accident—they’re cultivated.

    And if you’re ready to level up 👇

    We previewed the upcoming NCNLA Nursery Summit this June—where the Green Industry comes together to grow.

    🎧 Catch the replay now on our podcast: https://pod.co/keepingupwiththejoneses/legacy

    #GreenIndustry #LandscapeLife #greenindustrycouple #Leadership #Legacy #NCNLA #LandscapeBusiness #GrowYourBusiness #StrawberryFarm #EntrepreneurMindset

    TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA:

    https://linktr.ee/turfteacher

    THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA

    https://linktr.ee/theturfette

    NCNLA WEBSITE

    https://www.ncnla.com

    GREEN & GROWIN' 26

    https://www.greenandgrowin.com

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    1 hr
  • ⛳ 🌱 The Masters Effect: What Augusta Can Teach Every Lawn Pro
    Apr 13 2026

    On this episode of "Keeping Up With the Joneses" on Turf’s Up Radio, The Green Industry Couple dives into what we’re calling “The Masters Effect”—the powerful influence that elite turf management at Augusta National has on expectations across the entire green industry.

    From the flawless fairways of Augusta National Golf Club to everyday residential lawns, clients everywhere are asking for that same lush, striped, picture-perfect look… but what does it actually take to deliver it?

    In this episode, we break it all down:

    • 🏆 Masters recap + course conditions.
    • 🌿 Inside Augusta National’s turf strategy.
    • 🏡 The truth about “instant” lawn renovations (and what to tell your clients).

    💡 The Masters Effect is real—and it’s shaping client expectations, pricing, and the future of lawn care and landscape professionals everywhere.

    Whether you’re a contractor, turf manager, or homeowner chasing that Augusta look, this episode will give you real insight, real strategy, and real talk.

    🎧 Tune in, take notes, and elevate your game.

    TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA:

    https://linktr.ee/turfteacher

    THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA

    https://linktr.ee/theturfette

    TURF'S UP RADIO SOCIAL MEDIA

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    NCNLA WEBSITE

    https://www.ncnla.com

    GREEN & GROWIN' 26

    https://www.greenandgrowin.com

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    1 hr