Beste ATC podcaster (2025)

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"Practice" vs. "Intense Focused Practice"- Which One is a MUST at the Academy 28:51

4d ago28:51

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In this episode, I take a break from the discussion of each week at the Academy to focus on practice and what that means while you are at the Academy. I alk about: What is practice What is Intense Focused Practice Can you get by with only practice Why you have to be organized in your practice Can Intense Focused Practice allow anyone to pass the Ac…

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Learning & remembering from a year of turf photos 43:32

8d ago43:32

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In this episode I picked some of my favorite photos from 2024, and I remembered what I learned from them. From roots, layers, OM246, zoysia greens, and drought, to loupes, turf farms, compost, and bermudagrass. I discussed this post: https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/flights-favorite-turf-photos-2024/ Here's the sand vs. compost ball bounce video…

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Week 5 at the Enroute Academy 21:27

7d ago21:27

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In this episode, I talk about what you can expect from the fifth week at the Academy. During this week, you will start with your CKT1 Test. It is worth 4 points and will cover all of the information from the non-radar lessons. After this test, you will continue in the non-radar labs doing 3 scenarios a day until your last day in the labs. The compl…

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Week 4 at the Enroute Academy + My Thoughts on the May 1st Press Conference about Air Traffic Controllers 26:40

14d ago26:40

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In this episode, I talk about what you can expect from the fourth week of the enroute academy. During this week, you will finish your lessons on separation( If you haven't already). You will learn how to read and forward the weather. You will have several "Part Tasks" and walk-throughs where you go through a scenario as a class. You will learn how …

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Surface firmness and soil water content 15:29

18d ago15:29

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There have been a lot of conversations about soil water content and surface hardness (firmness). I discuss some measurements that I have made, and suggest some of the old posts on the ATC website that discuss this topic. Specific posts discussed include: https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/measuring-surface-hardness-on-greens-fairways-and-approache…

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Week 3 at the Enroute Academy 21:25

21d ago21:25

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In this episode, I talk about what you can expect in the 3rd week of the enroute academy. During this week, you will have your MAP TEST! Yes, the first 2 points of the academy are there for you to take. Aside from that, you will finish up lessons on Holding and Approaches. Then you get into all of the different ways to separate aircraft, such as: v…

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The turf GvX for checking grass growth with Jason Haines 33:19

24d ago33:19

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Jason came up with the GvX idea in a flash of inspiration that he describes here. This is the actual growth of the grass compared to the expected growth of the grass, and it has surprising practical implications. We discussed the development and use of the #TurfGvX in this episode. We discussed this blog post: https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/ex…

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Living plant material (and thatch) are part of #OM246 too 17:03

26d ago17:03

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Achieving the lowest possible #OM246 total organic material value is not desirable, because the living plant material is part of the OM measured with this method. I discussed this post: https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/om246-measures-living-om-too/ @keyakeeper469 and I discussed 8 years of OM246 in https://youtu.be/8B3FQhvSIdI OM246 project page…

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Week 2 at the Enroute Academy 23:39

28d ago23:39

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In this episode, I talk about what you can expect from the second week of the enroute academy. During this week, you will have a LOT of opportunities to study your map and prepare for your map test( which comes up next week!). You will finish off a lesson from week 1 on coordination and what information to forward to other sectors and facilities. Y…

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Calculation of the average daily temperature 17:58

1M ago17:58

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A common way to calculate average daily temperature is to take the sum of the daily maximum and daily minimum temperatures, and to divide by two. A better statistical approximation of the average temperature is to take measurements made every hour and then to find the mean value of those continuous measurements. This blog post shows a comparison of…

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Week 1 at the Enroute Academy 18:40

1M ago18:40

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In this episode, I begin a new series that will take us through the enroute Academy week by week. S0, this week I start with week 1 of the enroute academy. Your first week is all about the basics that you will need for the rest of the course, not just for non-radar. Included in the first week are an airspace lesson, a lesson on using the radios and…

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Success as an Air Traffic Controller is a Choice- Lean in to Teamwork, My Thoughts and Takeaways 40:31

1M ago40:31

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In this episode, I finish my walk through John Maxwell's book "Success is a Choice." This episode is about Lean in to Teamwork. If there is one thing that will always be needed by air traffic controllers it is teamwork. I talk about Teamwork Truths: Teamwork divides the effort and multiplies the effect. Talent wins games, but teamwork wins champion…

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Success as an Air Traffic Controller is a Choice- Cultivate Good Relationships, Commit to Responsibility 45:07

2M ago45:07

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In this episode, I continue our journey through John Maxwell's book "Success is a Choice." This week the topics include: Cultivate Good Relationships Commit to Responsibility First I look at cultivating good relationships and how that is so important when you are at the Academy. I look at the impact that good relationships have as well as the impac…

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The ATC blog post bombs of 2024 with Joe Gulotti 1:33:06

2M ago1:33:06

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Joe Gulotti joined me to discuss his new job, The Talking Greenkeeper, and the ten posts on the ATC website that no one (practically) read in 2024. This is the post that lists all the "bombs:" https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/ten-posts-no-one-read-2024/ The Talking Greenkeeper catalog is at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-talking-green…

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Can Someone Please Explain Non-Radar? How Can I Identify Traffic With the Flight Strips? 35:22

2M ago35:22

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In this episode, I answer the questions: What is non-radar and how can I identify traffic using the flight progress strips? Non-Radar is exactly that...you have to separate aircraft without using radar. There are rules you can use to make that happen. The non-radar section of the Academy is designed to take you from no knowledge to where you can wo…

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Success as an Air Traffic Controller is a Choice-Become More Teachable, Develop Strong Character 43:01

2M ago43:01

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In this episode, I continue my talk about John Maxwell's book "Success is a Choice." This week, I cover the topics: Become More Teachable Develop Strong Character. First: Become More Teachable Talked about the fact that teachability is all about attitude! If you desire to learn, YOU CAN!! If you continue to learn, you WILL continue to grow! Truths …

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Fertilizing grass this way seems strange to me now 21:08

2M ago21:08

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Although turf research is often done with fertilizer treatments applied at constant rates and on a fixed calendar schedule, that way of supplying nutrients seems strange to me now. I explain why in this episode, and suggest a better method. We discussed this post: https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/fertilizer-schedule-seems-strange-to-me-now/ Read…

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Success as an Air Traffic Controller is a Choice- Embody Perseverance, Demonstrate Courage 43:16

2M ago43:16

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In this episode, I discuss the next chapters from John Maxwell's Book "Success is a Choice". I talk about how we can learn and use these ideas in our journey as air traffic controllers. First, today, I talked about: EMBODY PERSEVERANCE I talked about the Principles of Perseverance- · Perseverance means succeeding because you are determined to, not …

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Top 10 posts of 2024, plus app and podcast recommendations 30:49

2M ago30:49

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I recommend 4 podcast episodes and one useful app that calculates sand topdressing amounts, then quickly discuss the top 10 new posts from the ATC website in 2024. Would you like to comment or have questions about this episode? Reply on Bluesky Here are topic links: - https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/top-10-posts-2024/ - https://www.asianturfgra…

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Success as an Air Traffic Controller is a Choice- Value Preparation, Embrace Practice 48:44

3M ago48:44

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In this episode, I continue my talk about John Maxwell's book "Success is a Choice". I am talking this week about: Value Preparation Why people fail to prepare Preparation principles Embrace Practice The power of practice The 5 Pillars of practice The Extra that makes people successful I ended by talking about striving for excellence and how the on…

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The Official Launch of the Side by Side ATC Coaching Program 29:43

3M ago29:43

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TODAY IS THE DAY THAT WE LAUNCH THE FIRST EVER COACHING PROGRAM DESIGNED TO HELP STUDENTS AT THE FAA ACADEMY!! DURING THIS EPISODE, I WILL BE GOING OVER WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM, WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM, THE DIFFERENT LEVELS, WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE ALREADY AT THE ACADEMY, AND MORE! SO HOLD ON TIGHT! HERE WE GO!! FIRST, LET’S DEAL …

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Bracketing #ClipVol for a desired range of green speed 32:54

3M ago32:54

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Green speed varies because of many factors. One of those factors is clipping volume. I discuss that relationship and give some advice for those getting started with clipping volume and wanting to know how to adjust it. We discussed this blog post: https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/getting-started-with-clipping-volume/ Potassium increases dollar s…

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3M ago23:05

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In this episode, I ask you questions! What do you want me to talk about next? DO you want more info on: The Academy Towers Enroute Centers ATC in general My Coaching Program My Mentoring Program Me The future of ATC Tech More Success in ATC is a Choice You let me know, and I will give you my best! Send your vote to : tomhanes@sidebysideatc.com . Th…

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Success as an Air Traffic Controller is a Choice- Focus Your Energy 33:44

3M ago33:44

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In this episode, I continue talking about John Maxwell's book " Success ia a Choice' and how it pertains to us as air traffic controllers. This week, I talk about- Focus Your Energy. "Having talent without focus is like an octopus on roller skates. Talent with focus directs you and has the potential to take you far."- John Maxwell. Some facts about…

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Success as an Air Traffic Controller is a Choice-Initiate Action 37:00

3M ago37:00

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In this episode, I continue my talk about how we can take some great information from John Maxwell's book "Success is a Choice” and apply it to air traffic control. This time I go through the section on taking initiative, or in ATC terms, "Taking Control." I talk about: Taking control is the first step to anywhere you want to go. Taking control clo…

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Success as an Air Traffic Controller is a Choice- Introduction, Believe in Yourself, Fire Up Your Passion 34:21

3M ago34:21

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In this episode, I talk about how we can use Dr. John Maxwell's book "Success is a Choice" and apply it to air traffic control and the Academy. This is only the first of several episodes we will go through about this book and using it to become GREAT controllers. I talk about how you have to make choices that bring success. As part of that, we lear…

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Update on the Crash in DC 29:13

4M ago29:13

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In this episode, I talk about the information that has been released by the NTSB. I go over the staffing at the tower. I go over the use of 2 frequencies by 1 controller I also give my take on the other information that is out there online versus what you will hear from the NTSB. Thank you all for listening!! If you have any questions, please email…

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What Are Your Thoughts on What Happened in DC on Wednesday 30:56

4M ago30:56

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In this episode, I talk about some of my initial thoughts on what happened on January 29 at Reagan National Airport. I give some of my observations from the initial news reports as well as some information from people I use to work with. I also talk about some of my own experiences with working jets and helicopters in the same vicinity. When an inc…

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Nitrogen rate, pendulum swings, and anchoring 30:45

4M ago30:45

30:45

Did you know there was a time when up to to 2 lbs N per 1000 square feet per growing month, the equivalent of 100 kg of actual N per ha per month, was a standard recommendation for putting green turf? I talk about this and some implications in this episode. The ATC post getting the double cut treatment is https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/nitroge…

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What Things Should I Do to Get Ready for the Academy Revisited 29:21

4M ago29:21

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In this episode, I talk about 4 areas that you need to have a plan for BEFORE you get to Oklahoma City. These areas are: Getting your relationships ready Getting your mental focus ready Getting you emotional focus ready Getting your finances ready Having a plan for these 4 areas is crucial to success at the Academy. You MUST have these plans in pla…

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Am I Too Old to Become an Air Traffic Controller? 27:57

4M ago27:57

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In this episode, I talk about the question of AGE. The FAA has some strict guidelines for how old you have to be and how old you can be when you apply to become an air traffic controller. What do those guidelines mean when it comes to the Academy and to training at your first facility? Through my own experiences training at ZFW as a 34 year old and…

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How do I Deal With the Evaluators? 25:44

4M ago25:44

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In this episode, I talk about the Evaluators! Yes, those people who hold your career in their hands! There are good ways to deal with them, and I go over those ways in this episode. Those ways include: Being polite when you enter the lab. Acknowledging them when/if they introduce themselves. Ignoring them when the scenario starts. Being polite and …

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Putting Your ATC Dream to the Test 35:44

4M ago35:44

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In this episode, I talk about John Maxwell's book "Put Your Dream to the Test" and how we can apply it to your dream of being an air traffic controller. I go through the 10 questions that he has in his book, which are: Is my dream really my dream? Do I clearly see my dream? Am I depending on factors within my control to achieve my dream? Does my dr…

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2024 #OM246 review with Chris Tritabaugh 2:32:22

5M ago2:32:22

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Join me, along with Chris Tritabaugh from Hazeltine National GC, as we review autumn soil test results. We especially look at the #OM246 total organic material results, and discuss those in the context of maintenance work done, changes in the test results from past years, and most importantly, the relation of the tests to putting green performance.…

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Who are You and Why do You do This? 54:33

5M ago54:33

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In this episode, I give you a more detailed look into who this Tom Hanes character is. I talk about everything from my love of soccer, to being a nerd, to high school, and college. I go into how I got into coaching; how I got into air traffic control. Hopefully, you will get to know a lot more about this strange guy who has a podcast about air traf…

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What is a Handoff and Why Should I Care 28:05

5M ago28:05

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In this episode, I talk about handoffs: what they are and what they are not. Join me as I talk about the definition of a handoff, how it is different from a point-out, how you can make a point-out become a handoff, and why this is SUCH a big deal at the Academy. The handoff, both automated and manual, combined with point-outs, putting in flight pla…

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What is a Point Out and Why Should I Care 23:03

5M ago23:03

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In this episode, I talk about point outs and why you should care about them. I start with: What is a point out? I give the definition you will get in the radar class at the FAA Academy. I then talk about why it is SO important to you as a student at the Academy. I also talk about why they are so important at your next facility. Just remember: if th…

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What every greenkeeper should know about sand in clippings with Dr. Bill Kreuser 53:52

5M ago53:52

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Bill Kreuser from GreenKeeper joined me to discuss how much grass grows, the complicated problems involved when sand is mixed with clippings, growth regulator adjustments, leaf nutrient content, soil surfactant effect duration, and more. #ClipVol We discussed the "Sand in clippings" post from the ATC website: https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/san…

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5 Worst Mistakes Made in Non-Radar Evals 31:19

5M ago31:19

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In this episode, I talk about the 5 worst mistakes I have seen students make during their Non-Radar evals. They include: Preplanning the scenario in the wrong order Not having your first moves planned before the scenario starts Not writing down your " W-H-A-T" for each aircraft, in each bay Bringing a mistake you made to the attention of the evalua…

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Potassium, dogma, and putting green smoothness with Dr. Frank Rossi 1:04:38

6M ago1:04:38

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Frank Rossi, Ph.D. is the New York State extension turfgrass specialist at Cornell University. We talked about mentorship, potassium, turf nutrition, smoothness of putting greens, dogma, data, budgets, and more. Here are some links: - https://cals.cornell.edu/frank-s-rossi - New podcast, Turf Without Borders: https://turfwb.asianturfgrass.com/episo…

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20th Episode or How to Take Each Day at the Academy 28:00

6M ago28:00

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In this episode, I talk about some of the mistakes in attitude students can have while going through the academy. They include: Worrying about what their "score" would be on a practice scenario Worrying about the final evals before they actually get to them Not learning from each day or scenario Not taking the Academy one day at a time Using my 30 …

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Constants in the turfgrass growth potential equation 24:27

6M ago24:27

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The PACE Turf growth potential equation has one variable (the actual air temperature) and two constants. The constants are optimum air temperature and a term for variance that controls the shape of the curve as the actual temperature moves away from the optimum temperature. It's a little more complicated than that, because the constants change depe…

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The Five Worst Mistakes Made in the Radar Evals at the Academy 30:01

6M ago30:01

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In this episode, I give you the five worst mistakes that students make during their radar evals. I give you a couple of things that make these errors happen for the students and how to keep from making them. They are: Phraseology and Stripmarking Errors Not using a route change instead of altitude to resolve a red alert 0M8 departure without gettin…

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What is the Non-Radar Portion of the Academy Like? 30:26

6M ago30:26

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In this episode, I talk about the Non-Radar portion of the Enroute Academy. I cover: The different lessons The lessons to really concentrate on When your tests will be What the lab will be like How to practice with classmates How important practicing will be How to stay ahead of the program while you are in Non-Radar I talk about how important it i…

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Two easy methods to estimate N mineralization under turfgrass 21:47

6M ago21:47

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You can expect soil organic matter to be 5% nitrogen, and you can expect from 1 to 4% of that organic nitrogen to mineralize in one year. You can also calculate estimated daily mineralization and sum it to get weekly, monthly, and annual totals. The blog post discussed is: https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/estimating-nitrogen-mineralization-an-ex…

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What is the Radar Portion of the Academy like? 29:53

6M ago29:53

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In this episode, I talk about the Radar portion of the Enroute Academy. I cover: The different lessons The lessons to really concentrate on When your tests will be What the lab will be like How to practice with classmates How important practicing will be How to stay ahead of the program while you are in Radar I talk about how important it is to sta…

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Linear relationship between #ClipVol and dry weight 19:50

7M ago19:50

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This episode introduces multiple experiments that have demonstrated a link between rapid measurement of clipping volume and the clipping yield. Clipping yield is typically expressed as dry weight per area. Links to the articles discussed are in the blog post. Blog post on Converting Clipping Volume to Dry Weight: https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post…

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Why do I Need a Coach at the Academy 33:15

7M ago33:15

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In this episode, I talk about why it would be a good idea to have a coach on your side as you go through the FAA Academy. I talk about what has led me up to this point. I talk about some of the reasons for starting this adventure with you. I talk about how your instructors will be giving you details about what you have to know, your classmates will…

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Creeping, velvet, and browntop bentgrass seeds with Dr. Leah Brilman 1:07:33

7M ago1:07:33

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Leah Brilman, Ph.D., is the Director of Product Management & Technical Services for Seed Research by DLF. We discussed velvet bentgrass, creeping bentgrass, and browntop bentgrass, along with seed production and grass performance. The bentgrass posts at the ATC website are at this link: https://www.asianturfgrass.com/tag/bentgrass/ To see the word …

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What is the Schedule Like at the Academy 42:03

7M ago42:03

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In this episode, I talk about the schedule at the Academy. I start with Basics that has to be passed before you actually start either the Terminal Track or the Enroute Track. Basics lasts 19 business days or almost 4 weeks. It was being done in person before Covid, but went to virtual during and after Covid. It is about to start being done in perso…

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