Golf Sustainability

May 13 2024
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Welcome to Golf Sustainability, the podcast that’s on a mission to drive positive change in the golf industry for a greener future! Our goal is to provide you with valuable insights, meaningful connections, and inspiring stories, all focused on advancing the sustainability of both the environment and the game of golf for generations to come. Join us as we bring together industry leaders and organizations, united by a shared commitment to our cause. Together, we can create a powerful coalition dedicated to preserving the beauty of the sport and the planet for future golf enthusiasts. Tune in and be part of the movement!

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Episode 12: The Park West Palm - Golf Course or Community Center?

May 13 2024 36 mins  
Dave Andrews is the Director of The Path at The Park West Palm Beach. The Park West Palm project is a golf course designed for everyone to use, from beginners to professionals, with many of the amenities you’d find at a high-end private course. Once The Park was completed, Dave was part of the team brought in to develop programs, including “The Path.” The Path is a community

Episode 11: Inspiring Diversity and Inclusion in Golf

Jan 13 2024 32 mins  
Welcome, golf enthusiasts! I'm John Failla, your host on the Golf Sustainability Podcast. In today's episode, we're honored to have Sandy Cross, the Chief People Officer at the PGA of America, as our guest. Sandy will share insights on a topic close to my heart—inspiring diversity and inclusion in golf. In this engaging conversation, Sandy and I delve into her career journey, fro

Episode 10: Saving a Golf Course

Jan 12 2024 41 mins  
Welcome! In today's episode, we're honored to have Tom Coyne, Author and Golf Course Owner. Tom’s vision for reviving Sullivan County Golf Club in 2024 is nothing short of spectacular. With a focus on enhancing both the golfing experience and overall atmosphere, Coyne is set to transform the 180-acre, nine-hole course into a golf destination. On the golfing front, Coyne is orches

Episode 9: A Fresh Take at Audubon International

Jan 12 2024 46 mins  
Welcome to Episode 9 of the Golf Sustainability Podcast! In this timely conversation, host John Failla engages with Frank LaVardera, the Director of Environmental Programs for Golf at Audubon International. Together, they delve into the intricacies of the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program (ACSP), the Signature Program, and Audubon International's groundbreaking Platinum Program

Episode 8: GCSAA’s Shared Vision for the Future

Dec 06 2023 44 mins  
Welcome to an engaging episode of the Golf Sustainability Podcast, with host John Failla and Kevin Sunderman, the Chief Operating Officer of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA). Kevin, a seasoned executive in the world of golf, presents GCSAA’s inspiring vision for the future. From his early days as a golf enthusiast in rural Ohio to his current influen

Episode 7: Off Course Golf’s Impact on the Game

Nov 29 2023 46 mins  
Welcome to a fascinating episode of Golf Sustainability! In this enlightening conversation, your host, John Failla, engages in an in-depth dialogue with Greg Nathan, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Golf Foundation (NGF). Together, they explore the dynamic world of off-course golf and its profound impact on the golf industry. Diving headfirst into the discu

Episode 6: The Essence of Sustainable Golf Courses

Oct 18 2023 56 mins  
In this engaging podcast episode, host John Failla welcomes Ron Dodson, a biologist and author, to the Golf Sustainability Podcast. Ron Dodson shares his journey into golf sustainability, his background in wildlife biology, and his mission to connect people with nature and promote responsible natural resource management. The conversation touches on various topics, including the cha

Episode 5: The Greatest Office in the World

Oct 18 2023 31 mins  
In this special episode, we're joined by Craig Boath, Head of Sustainability at Carnoustie Golf Links in Scotland. Craig is a pioneering figure in the golf industry, being one of the first superintendents to hold the role of Head of Sustainability. John and Craig discuss various aspects of sustainability and golf, including Craig's career journey in the industry, the rich heritage

Episode 4: Creating Access for All

Oct 18 2023 33 mins  
Dave Barton, the executive director of the National Alliance for Accessible Golf, shares his journey and insights in making golf more accessible for individuals with disabilities. The National Alliance's mission is to increase the participation of people with disabilities in the game of golf through education, advocacy, and resource development. Dave discusses the organization's re

Episode 3: Royal Portrush’s Road to Carbon Neutrality

Oct 18 2023 43 mins  
Welcome to the Golf Sustainability Podcast! In this episode, host John Failla engages in an enlightening conversation with Graeme Beatt, the Course Manager at Royal Portrush Golf Course in Ireland. Graeme shares insights into the fascinating work happening at Royal Portrush as they prepare to host the 153rd Open in 2025. Join us for this engaging discussion as we explore Graeme's b