Podcast Episodes

#163 - Irrigation System Vitals

In this insightful episode, Andy and Paul reflect on their recent project, delving into the complexities and vital importance of pressure in irrigation systems, especially pertaining to a vast green …

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

#162 - Context vs. Control, Lesson From Reed Hastings

In this episode, Andy, delves into the nuanced debate of context versus control within the realm of management, particularly focusing on the irrigation industry. This concept, inspired by an episode …

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

#161 - Would You Rather Have FLOW or PRESSURE?

In the episode of the "Sprinkler Nerd Show," host Andy Humphrey and his guest, Paul, embark on a detailed discussion about the technical aspects of irrigation systems, specifically focusing on the im…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

#160 - Zigging While Others Zag

In the latest episode of the "Sprinkler Nerd Show," host Andy shares his insights on the importance of being unconventional in the irrigation and landscape industry. Below are key thought…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

#159 - Experiment to Learn

In this episode of the Sprinkler Nerd Show, Andy Humphrey shares his experiences and insights from Salt Lake City, Utah, where he visits OpConnect and spends quality time with his son at the Universi…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

#158 - Bottleneck Management

Self-reflection is the key. It's the process of questioning our methods, our decisions, and our attitudes towards change and adversity. It's about asking, "Am I the bottleneck in my team's performan…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

#157 - Don't Be Like Steve Ballmer - LIVE from Landscape Ontario

Smart controllers don’t save water.

Nozzles don't save water.

They CAN, but I believe that Irrigation professionals, who are CURIOUS ENOUGH to know how to use smart controllers have the potential to …

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

#156 - Curiosity as a Catalyst

PATENT REFERENCE: https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/3b/0b/7d/58dc2a23a7e96e/US3808385.pdf     Background on the Invention: In certain areas of the country where dry climatic conditions pr…

Published on 1 year, 4 months ago

#155 - Negotiation As A Problem Solving Process

Tim Ferris Show Reference: Episode #721 Master Negotiator William Ury   ==========   William Ury introduces the concept of self-mastery and the critical role of self-regulation in negotiation and c…

Published on 1 year, 4 months ago

#154 - Water Wonder, Unleashing Curiosity in Irrigation Innovation

Hello, my friends. Welcome back to the Sprinkler Nerd Show. It's been a while since we last spoke. I'm your host, Andy Humphrey, and this is episode 154.

You might notice that I sound a b…

Published on 1 year, 4 months ago