In this episode Jeff and Julie discuss a variety of topics on NRPA and the Business of Recreation.

This episode is with Dana and Dwight Sones, owners of local Chick-fil-A franchise, with deep discussions into the culture and business model that has made Chick-fil-A the wildly successful fast-food chain that it is. You will hear comparisons to other business models and learn secrets that can be used in any business or department.

In this short episode, I discuss the new changes to the recertification process for CPSI's through NRPA. This is news to clarify any questions and make sure everyone understands all of the new changes taking effect.

Join Jeff Barber along with special guest Kathryn Lusk for a look into both Kaboom history along with product and industry discussion.

Join us for special guest Meghan Talarowski of Studio Ludo. Meghan is a Landscape Architect and has done several national studies on play. She shares the findings of her reports and other valuable information!

Join us for a special guest, Mr Ed Wheeling from Baltimore City Parks. We discuss lots of different aspects of playgrounds and parks from design to maintenance in this episode!

Informative and entertaining episode with Jeff and Todd discussing ADA laws, ASTM standards, and more industry outlooks. This podcast is for Parks professionals, Landscape Architects, Schools, Manufacturers, and recreation industry as a whole.

This first episode contains introductions and sets the stage for some great conversations and information of all types in the recreational space. It is bound to be funny, informative, and interesting. Unless of course no one will join me in future episodes because you are all chicken!