Talking Pools Podcast
Forget chasing chlorine headaches and battling algae wars alone. The Talking Pools Podcast is your weekly escape from pool purgatory, where 250+ years of combined pro wisdom explodes into actionable hacks, mind-blowing tips, and secrets so ancient they make Poseidon jealous.
Think of it as your weekly poolside braintrust, fueled by eight seasoned pros, each a rockstar in their own aquatic lane. Got a filtration fiasco? Chemical conundrum? Equipment enigma? No problem. We've got a host for that:
- The Tech Titan: Unravels the mysteries of pumps, filters, and gizmos that make pools tick (without the electrical shocks).
- The Chem Crusader: Your personal alchemist, whipping up potion-perfect water balance with a dash of science and a sprinkle of magic.
- The Maintenance Maverick: From tile tricks to algae assassins, he's got the lowdown on keeping your pool looking like a liquid emerald palace.
- The Customer Calmer: Smooths ruffled feathers faster than a pool noodle bouquet, turning hangry homeowners into poolside pals.
But Talking Pools isn't just about technical wizardry. It's about camaraderie, the shared language of pool pros who've seen it all, from exploding filters to synchronized swimming squirrels (no, really, we had an episode!).
Every week, you'll:
- Steal game-changing secrets: Learn pro-grade hacks to make you the "Pool Whisperer" in your market
- Laugh until you spit out your piña colada: These guys are as witty as they are wise, turning pool problems into poolside punchlines.
- Get ahead of the curve: Stay on top of industry trends and tech before your competitors even smell the chlorine.
- Feel the love (and the sunshine): Remember why you got into this business in the first place – the joy of creating backyard oases where memories are made.
So, ditch the Drano, grab your headphones, and dive into the Talking Pools Podcast. It's your weekly dose of poolside wisdom, laughter, and community. We'll see you on the flip side!
P.S. Subscribe now and you might just win a case of pool party essentials (floaties not included, sorry squirrels).
P.P.S. Tell your pool-loving friends – sharing knowledge is like sharing sunscreen, it protects everyone!
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 35 minutes
- Episodes
- 840
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Pool Equipment Series, one of four
This is the first episode on equipment in a series of four with Kelli & Dan. From the similarities and differences to the pros and cons of each. The dynamic duo of Tuesdays in…
Hydrostatic Problems following Cyclones
Shane is facing a myriad of pool problems following the weather while Peter has his mind on the Australian trade shows.
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Best in Show?
This is the one where we decided to go open mic at the Florida Everything Under the Sun Trade show in Orlando last week.
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Stupid People asking Stupid Questions
This is the one where Wayne takes a trip down memory lane and shares some of the dumbest questions he's ever been asked,
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Hydration vs Curation
This is the one where Heather talks about what's normal and what's not when it comes to plaster curing.
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Shocking Electric Tips & Hacks
This is the 4th in the series on electric with Kelli & Dan
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Pool Trucks in the D & U
This is the one where Peter and Shane talk about the vehicles they personally use as route trucks, the trucks their competitors drive, and some pros and cons of each.
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Legionnaires Disease
This is the one where Andrea speaks with Rudy, who is on location in Colorado Springs about the Legionella Panel discussion he was a part of the day prior at the Southwest Poo…
The Balancing Act
This is the one where Wayne shares his spin on water balance and the LSI (Langeleir Saturation Index).
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Greater Product Inclusion in Service Offerings
This is the one where Heather talks about boosting your sales within your existing customer base.
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Educating the back office on field practices
This is the one where Kelli & Dan discuss the value of educating office personnel on troubleshooting some of the more basic occurrences for the betterment of the business and …
pH & TA adjusters over flat beer
The dynamic duo from down under are at it again in a no holds no barred discussion on chemicals that make the pH go up and down.
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Eyeballing pools 👀
This is the one where Rudy and Andrea discuss Wednesday's pirannah in a pool, Andrea's battle against turbulence, the money wasted guessing at gallons, and the cost of inaccu…
The P word & the N word
This is the one where Wayne discusses phosphates and nitrates. He gets into what they are, and what to do about them.
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Trade Associations re-investing in member education
In this one Heather is talking the need for trade associations to make their education programs more attainable (monetarily) to their membership.
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NEC SWIMMING POOLS PART ll
Part 2 of the discussion on the NEC (National Electric Code) and how it applies to pool builds and equipment installations with Kelli & Dan
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Swimming Pools Under Water
This is the one where Peter & Shane discuss the current flooding in New Zealand and the remediation needed for the pools
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AOP vs HYDRODYNAMIC CAVITATION
This is the one where Rudy & Andrea are talking how AOP and HYDRODYNAMIC CAVITATION works and if there is a benefit in either, or is it all snake oil?
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Stain Removal
This is a bonus episode taken from the Talking Pools Virtual Trade Shows featuring Jack Beane of Jack's Magic, which were held as a free event to all during the quarantines of…
Plaster over the Black Algae
This is the one where Heather is talking problems that occur after a replaster when the pool was not prepped properly and the plasterer plasters over various strains of algae,…