Best Andy Meadows Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 186: Andi Meadows, Assistant Superintendent TPC Scottsdale 50:42

1h ago50:42

50:42

We had the honor of having Andi on the podcast fresh off of her first trip to the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, where she received the incredible Allan MacCurrach Jr. Award. This is a great, authentic conversation with one of the most motivated industry professionals on the podcast with her unique journey to this point in her …

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Matt Sunshine 34:19

9h ago34:19

34:19

In this conversation, Andy Meadows interviews Matt Sunshine, CEO of the Center for Sales Strategy, discussing his journey in media sales, the services offered by his company, and the importance of thoughtful sales approaches. They explore recruiting the right talent, lowering lead costs through thought leadership, and the significance of establishi…

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Announcement: Mt. Hood Podcast Live at the Mt. Hood Cultural Center Feb 15, 2025 1:03

6d ago1:03

1:03

Send us a text If you would like to come meet me, correct me, or buy me a beer, this Saturday is your chance. I'll be speaking at the Mt. Hood Cultural Center and Museum's "Social History Happy Hour" on Saturday, Feb 15, 2025 from 7-8pm. $5 at the door donation. Drinks available for purchase. https://mthoodmuseum.org/event/social-history-happy-hour…

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Episode 185: Brad Finn, Associate Athletic Director of Grounds- University of Houston 1:09:38

6d ago1:09:38

1:09:38

We were so excited to have industry leader Brad Finn on to talk about sports field management. We dive into his personal journey into the industry and how so many industry professionals played a role in his success. We also had the opportunity to debrief on the recent SFMA conference and the experience. This is an episode you do not want to miss.…

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Finding The Hole In The Market 9:35

7d ago9:35

9:35

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the importance of identifying market gaps in radio programming. He emphasizes the role of data in making informed decisions and how it has evolved over the years. Meadows shares insights on analyzing music trends, understanding market variances, and utilizing market-level song data t…

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Book excerpt of "On Mt. Hood" and interview with author Jon Bell 34:22

11d ago34:22

34:22

Send us a text Jon Bell is an Author, climber, hiker, skier and lover of Mt. Hood. His 2012 book “On Mt. Hood” should be on the bookshelf of any fan of our beloved volcano. He reads an excerpt from the book and then is nice enough to answer my dumb questions. Please buy his book and read it on the next powder day. You won’t be disappointed. Find Jo…

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Episode 184: Tanner Coffman, Director of Turf Management at SoFi Center 2:07:46

11d ago2:07:46

2:07:46

We always love having friends on the podcast, but for this episode, we had the opportunity to have Tanner talk about the groundbreaking facility that is the future of golf in the TGL. The use of GameOn grass to facilitate a more realistic atmosphere in a stadium setting is truly something special. You do not want to miss this episode.…

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Radio Mentors Pt 1 16:40

15d ago16:40

16:40

Summary In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the significance of mentorship in the radio industry, sharing personal anecdotes and lessons learned from various mentors throughout his career. Including Bob Meadows, Gerry Schlegel, Rusty Walker, Howard Kroeger, Tracy Johnson and more. He emphasizes the importance of relati…

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RJ Curtis 27:21

22d ago27:21

27:21

In this episode of Radio Influencers, RJ Curtis, the executive director of Country Radio Broadcasters Inc, shares his extensive journey in country radio, the significance of the Country Radio Seminar (CRS), and the evolving landscape of country music. He emphasizes the importance of education and networking at CRS, highlights emerging talent throug…

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1964 Flood with Stephen Imeson 26:42

26d ago26:42

26:42

Send us a text In 1964 a massive flood did damage to the PNW. The Mt. Hood Corridor was hit especially hard. Stephen Imeson was living in Government Camp at the time and went to school down the mountain in Welches. He tells us his memory of the event and what Govy was like in the 1960s. I quote a lot of wikipedia and Oregonian articles for this epi…

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Radio and Vacations 8:01

29d ago8:01

8:01

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses vacation policies in the radio industry, highlighting the need for better paid time off (PTO) and the stigma surrounding taking vacations. Meadows emphasizes the health benefits of taking time off and the necessity of truly unplugging during vacations to reap these benefits. He concl…

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Episode 183: Aaron Fink, Louis City F.C. Grounds Manager 1:06:46

1M ago1:06:46

1:06:46

We are so excited to talk with the SFMA Professional Soccer Field of the Year winner, Mr. Aaron Fink. Just an awesome conversation about the growth of sports field management in Louisville and how he was there to open a new stadium for the MLS Expansion team. We also got into the significance of mentorship and how someone like Tom Nielsen impacted …

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Conventions to Attend in 2025 14:25

1M ago14:25

14:25

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows emphasizes the importance of attending broadcast conferences and conventions for networking and creativity. Meadows highlights several key upcoming events, including NAB, State conventions and a few podcast conferences, with reviews from prior years and the cost to attend. He encourages radio …

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Episode 182: Max Casper- Head Groundskeeper Reno Aces 1:14:54

1M ago1:14:54

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Be sure to check out the first episode of 2025 with one of our favorite people, Max Casper, the newly hired Head Groundskeeper of the Reno Aces. It was such a fantastic conversation about the exciting start in Max's new role and his aspirations for the future. He has a unique journey into the industry that shows how important mentorship is for thos…

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Terms We'll Hear a Lot in 2025 10:43

1M ago10:43

10:43

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows defines and discusses a few terms we'll hear a lot in the radio industry throughout 2025. He emphasizes the importance of embracing new technologies, such as AI and audio fingerprinting, and the need for radio stations to collect first-party data. The conversation also highlights the potential…

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Radio's Tough Year: What Lies Ahead? 10:18

2M ago10:18

10:18

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows discusses the challenges faced by the radio industry in 2024, including layoffs and declining revenues. He emphasizes the importance of embracing AI and reinventing traditional radio practices to adapt to new media landscapes. The conversation also highlights the need for content creation and …

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Charlie's Mountain View with Charlie Sperr 28:57

2M ago28:57

28:57

Send us a text I’d like to start a series about the restaurants and lodging on Mt. Hood. First off in the series is Charlie’s Mtn View. It’s a great place to start due to it’s history in the town, it’s location (dead center of Government Camp) and it’s reputation as the de facto living room in Govy. Charlie Sperr is the second generation owner and …

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Grading Radio Current Categories Pt 1 12:12

2M ago12:12

12:12

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host and consultant Andy Meadows discusses the discrepancies between radio airplay and actual music consumption data across various formats, including country, hot AC, urban (hip hop), and rock/alternative. He offers grades for each format and provides insights into how streaming and sales data can help inform …

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Jay Nachlis 50:07

3M ago50:07

50:07

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows speaks with Jay Nachlis, VP and Consultant at Coleman Insights, about his journey in radio, the importance of data and research in building audiences, and the evolving landscape of radio and podcasting. They discuss tools for audience analysis, the significance of perceptual studies, and brand…

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Programming Christmas Music 6:32

3M ago6:32

6:32

In this episode of Radio Influencers, Andy Meadows discusses the increasing popularity of Christmas music, especially in the post-pandemic era. He highlights the trend of radio stations starting their Christmas programming earlier each year and emphasizes the importance of classic Christmas songs in holiday playlists. The conversation also touches …

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Episode 181: Drew Selensky, Director of Sports Fields Fields Texas A&M 1:21:46

3M ago1:21:46

1:21:46

We are excited to have one of our future industry leaders, Drew Selensky from Texas A&M. We had a great conversation about the future of our industry and the impact that he is having on it through his work on social media of developing a brand where not only are we ushering in the next generation but creating awareness of all the incredible work sp…

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Dan Bobkoff 38:45

3M ago38:45

38:45

In this conversation, Andy Meadows and Rhyme Media CEO Dan Bobkoff explore the evolution of podcasting from radio, emphasizing the unique intimacy of the medium. They discuss the challenges and opportunities for radio talent transitioning to podcasting, the importance of authenticity in delivery, and common mistakes made during interviews. Dan shar…

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Episode 180: The Brentsville Turf Toro Grounds Academy 28:41

3M ago28:41

28:41

We are excited to officially announce this historic partnership of the Brentsville Turf Toro Grounds Academy. In this episode, we dive into the journey to get to this point where we are looking to change the outlook of the turfgrass industry. With our shared vision, we aim to cultivate the next generation of turfgrass managers in all areas of the i…

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Best of Ep 16 through 35 23:58

3M ago23:58

23:58

This week we decided to go back and share best of clips from our last twenty episodes to highlight some of the amazing guests we've had. We cover a wide range of radio topics including how radio people are successfully using social media, the importance of creating video content, the power of constructive criticism, radio selling against other medi…

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Episode 179: Ben Hartman-Wichita Wind Surge 1:23:46

3M ago1:23:46

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In this episode, we have a rising star in the industry, Ben Hartman of the Witchita Wind Surge. Such an amazing conversation with an awesome human being with a real passion for the industry. We also talk about the future generation and our role in creating the best opportunity moving forward. Be sure to check it out.…

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Mt. Hood SkiBowl with Mike Quinn 32:54

4M ago32:54

32:54

Send us a text Today on the Mt. Hood podcast I’m talking to Mike Quinn. He’s the general manager at Mt. Hood Skibowl. Now, the Mt. Hood podcast strongly recommends you avoid Skibowl on powder days, but if you are interested in Skibowl and it’s future happenings have a listen. It’s also an interesting interview on the path to making a career on the …

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Episode 178: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Joe Hill- Iowa State Athletics 3:04:18

3M ago3:04:18

3:04:18

We stopped in Ames, Iowa, to visit with one of our favorite industry professionals, Joe Hill, and record a Joe Rogan-type Podcast with the longest episode recorded in Tiger Turf Talk history. You do not want to miss this incredible episode, which speaks to this incredible industry and the future that we should be striving for.…

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Home Studios 12:28

4M ago12:28

12:28

Host Andy Meadows discusses the evolution of home studios in the radio industry, driven by advancements in technology and the creator economy. He shares insights on his own home studio setup, including mic, camera and lighting equipment recommendations and the affordability of creating professional-quality content. Meadows also explores the opportu…

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Riverside VS Streamyard 15:19

4M ago15:19

15:19

In this episode of Radio Influencers, Andy Meadows discusses the critical role of video content in modern radio. He emphasizes the need for radio stations to adopt video strategies, including live broadcasts and pre-recorded interviews, to enhance engagement and attract sponsorships. The conversation also explores two platforms, Riverside and Strea…

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Episode 177: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Mitch Ronning, Minnesota United 33:09

4M ago33:09

33:09

Wrapping up our time in Minnesota with a young and bright industry professional live at Allianz Field where we were able to dive into everything Minnesota United including his awesome companion Kobe the Golden Retriever. You do not want to miss this incredible conversation with an awesome person in this industry.…

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Snowvana with Quinn McIntyre 19:40

4M ago19:40

19:40

Send us a text SnowVana is in Portland Nov 1-3, 2024. See their website for more information. Quinn was nice enough to give us some insight into the event. https://snowvana.com/ As always, send me feedback at [email protected]. Snow is flying on the mountain! See you all up there soon!!!!!!!!

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Marc Greenspan 30:06

4M ago30:06

30:06

In this episode of Radio Influencers, host Andy Meadows speaks with Research Director Inc CEO Marc Greenspan, a seasoned expert in radio research and Nielsen ratings. They discuss Marc's journey into the radio industry, the tools available for analyzing Nielsen ratings, and the implications of Nielsen's recent change from five to three minutes for …

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Hot Topic: Audience Estimates 10:51

4M ago10:51

10:51

Host Andy Meadows discusses how a major potential Nielsen change could massively impact radio and the challenges with how they measure listenership. Plus, he breaks down a few other ways radio can get better, more accurate audience estimates. Like RadioPlayer and DTS Autostage, audio fingerprint technology, radio research companies and creating you…

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Nutrition and Training with the US Ski Team's Hunter Baum 35:09

4M ago35:09

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Send us a text Hunter is a certified nutritionist for the US Ski and Snowboard team. He gives us an inside look at nutrition and training for the elite skiers of the US.By Andy

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Hot Topic: Music Scandals 20:09

4M ago20:09

20:09

This week host and radio consultant Andy Meadows shares his thoughts on how stations should handle music scandals. Andy gives specific advice on the recent Garth Brooks allegations and P Diddy charges. Plus, he looks back and past scandals, including Michael Jackson, R. Kelly, Milli Vanilli, Morgan Wallen and the Dixie Chicks. You can also watch th…

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Top Comments 15:07

5M ago15:07

15:07

Host Andy Meadows responds directly to a handful of the best comments we've gotten on Radio Update articles so far. Including a reader responding to Tracy Johnson's Call In To Win Contests Don't Work article with an exception, one praising John Lund's Ratings Refresh article and asking for advice to help with a disengaged air staff, a FB commenter …

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Lessons From Top Podcasters Pt 2 11:41

5M ago11:41

11:41

This week we highlight a few podcasters who are using events and live broadcasts to engage and interact with their fans and discuss what radio could learn from them. Podcasts like Kill Tony, TigerBelly, Smartless, Are You Garbage, First Date and Blogging the Boys. Plus, at the end Andy shares the one thing to know about starting a brand-new podcast…

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"Ruff Life" A new film about the Avi Dog program at Mt. Hood Meadows by Jordan Hartman 24:10

5M ago24:10

24:10

Send us a text This week’s episode and the first episode of season 2 has Jordan Hartman telling us about the Avi Dog Program at Meadows and the film he helped make to give a behind the scenes look at it. Be sure to see the film at EVO Portland on Wednesday, September 25 at 6PM. More info, RSVP and vote at https://trewtoyouportland925.splashthat.com…

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Christina Olivarez 31:38

5M ago31:38

31:38

Radio Station Consultants' Andy Meadows talks with Christina Olivarez the owner of The Social Butterfly Gal and Hustle & Socialize. She's an award-winning visibility and business coach, social media expert and TedX Speaker based in San Antonio, Texas. The two talk about changes to the Instagram algorithm, partnering with influencers at the local le…

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Lessons From Top Podcasters Pt 1 25:03

5M ago25:03

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This week we look at a handful of the top podcasters to see what lessons radio personalities could learn from them. Podcasters like Joe Rogan, the Smartless guys, Sarah Silverman, the Kelce Brothers, Theo Von, Dave Ramsey, Conan O'Brien and more. Plus, at the end Andy shares the one thing all of these top podcasters have in common. You can also wat…

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Digital Tips & Tricks 20:35

6M ago20:35

20:35

We've put together the best digital tips and tricks our guests have shared so far on Radio Influencers. Clips include Danny Hill's Instagram Hack, why Julie Bortnick says you can't over post, Brent Hoodenpyle's thoughts on the subscription model, TJ Taormino (The TJ Show) and localized digital content, John Reynolds on how we can make radio studios…

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Radio Origin Stories Pt 1 24:26

6M ago24:26

24:26

This week we decided to go back and share some of the best radio origin stories we've collected over the first 24 episodes of Radio Influencers. If you'd like to share your radio origin story, how you got into radio, video it and email [email protected]. Part one clips include Mike Moore, TJ Taormina, Devon Shuman, Tim McCarthy, Reaga…

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Tirzah Thornburg 43:15

6M ago43:15

43:15

Tirzah Thornburg, Senior Talent Analyst at The Center For Sales Strategy, speaks with Radio Station Consultant's Andy Meadows about motivating salespeople, identifying and managing to employee strengths, creating an intentional company culture, being flexible on communication styles, the importance of staff outings, her book recommendations and mor…

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Episode 176: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Marcus Campbell, St. Paul Saints 45:19

6M ago45:19

45:19

Be sure to check out this awesome episode with an incredible professional, Marcus Campbell. We had the incredible honor of seeing his first-class facility in St. Paul, where he is doing an incredible job. We got the opportunity to dive into what it takes to manage the field, the crew, and so much more. We cannot thank Marcus enough for taking the t…

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Kelly George 41:34

6M ago41:34

41:34

Radio Station Consultants' Andy Meadows talks with Kelly George a certified Talent Analyst at The Center for Sales Strategy and Engagement Specialist at Up Your Culture. The two talk about The Company Culture Report, how to improve employee engagement, quiet quitting, radio's work/life balance struggle, lead by example managers, the importance of c…

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Episode 175: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Abby McNeal & Nick McKenna 47:12

7M ago47:12

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When you talk about two of the most influential industry professionals out there, these two are some of the first names that come to mind. Not only have they had a lasting impact on the Sports Field Management Industry, but they are some of the kindest and caring human beings that you will ever meet. Abby and Nick were panelists at this year's Grou…

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Episode 174: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Jeff McManus, Ole Miss Landscape Services 1:03:27

7M ago1:03:27

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It is always an incredible opportunity to talk to one of the industry's best, Jeff McManus. His experience and passion for our industry are unparalleled. In our conversation, we dove into the very real aspects of being a leader, from the challenges to the incredible impact one can have in a leadership role. Jeff's insight is truly remarkable and de…

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Hot Topic: Radio & AI 20:32

7M ago20:32

20:32

Over the first 21 episodes we noticed that the topic of AI came up a lot. So, this week we decided to share clips of a few of our amazing guests giving their opinion on how radio should and shouldn't be using AI. Like Tracy Johnson's thoughts on AI's impact on music and radio, AI video editing tools John Reynolds uses, Maryanne McWhirter's thoughts…

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Episode 173: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour, Josh Jans- Marketing Manager 32:10

7M ago32:10

32:10

If you want to see what the Toro Grounds Academy is all about and what you can gain from attending one of the best events in the turfgrass industry, Josh and his team are tasked with developing the event and creating a space where industry professionals have authentic conversations that truly impact everyone in attendance. Josh and I have an awesom…

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Episode 172: Toro Grounds Leadership Grounds Tour: Toro Sales Team, Matt Anderson, Chris Overman, Troy Von Holdt 35:42

7M ago35:42

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Be sure to check out this incredible episode, featuring the heart and soul of the Tour Grounds Team and some of the best people in our industry. Chris, Matt, and Troy are the District Sales Managers for North America, with some of the best insight into the machine that is The Toro Company. We discuss the Toro Grounds Leadership Academy and how it t…

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