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
CPO: Algae Prevention & Remediation
This is the one where Rudy talks about setting your pool water up so that it is less inviting to algae. He also discusses copper sulfate, Chlorine, Bromine, UV, Ozone, AOP, ED…
Texas Pool Critters
This is the one where Heather talks about some of the animal encounters she has in customer's backyards in the Lone Star State
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Pool Techs vs Office Staff
This is the one where Heather (Hump Days with Heather) and her husband Chris step in for Kelli & Dan and talk about the ongoing battle between the techs in the field and the o…
How Liquid Covers will have your pools hotter than Eddie Munson's guitar solo in the upside down 🎸
This is the one where Rudy & Andrea compare the performance and ease of use of liquid cover against traditional solar blankets.
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CPO: Using organic flocculants & inorganic coagulants
This is the one where Rudy is talking use of aluminum sulfate (coagulants) vs. nonionic or anionic organic polymers (coagulant aids) to clarify pool water.
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Some manufacturer reps are @&$holes❗
This is the one where Heather talks about those manufacturer reps that go the extra mile and those that don't
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One-poler insurance & service agreements
This is the one where Kelli shares some advice on MUST haves for those swimming pool service pros that have just become business owners
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Fuel surcharge
This is the one where Rudy & Andrea are talking business expenses that should be factored into customer pricing.
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CPO: Cloudy Water
This is the one where Rudy talks about the causes and remedies of cloudy swimming pool water.
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Customer Acquisition Cost vs Lifetime Value
This is the one where Heather is talking about 6 key numbers that every business owner needs to know about their clientele
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Growing up Pool Pro ll
What's it like to be a child of pool industry parents? Join us for the conclusion of Growing up Pool Pro with the 'Clancy girls'.
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Business growth partner Michelle Kavanaugh/MK inc.
This is the one where Rudy & Andrea invite Michelle Kavanaugh to the Talking Pools Podcast to talk about business growth strategies and partnering with a guru for success. Chr…
CPO: Water Problems - Metals & Stains
This is the one where Rudy talks about the problems associated with metals in pool water and shares some methods of stain removal.
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Glass mosaic installation with Jimmy Reed/Rock Solid Tile
This is the one where Heather brings tile icon Jimmy Reed onto Hump Days talking about all aspects of tile installation and prep.
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Growing up Pool Pro
This is the one where Kelli has her sister Kristen join as a guest cohost and the two relive and share the impact growing up in the pool industry has had on their lives.
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Blueray XL product giveaway!
Contest Giveaway🎉This is the one where Rudy & Andrea are talking about Pool Pro Day, International Pool Code affecting local legislation, Rolachem's good deed, Olin Corp takes…
CPO: Water Balance
This is the one where Rudy is talking water balance and the CPO certification. He covers pH, Carbonate Alkalinity, Calcium Hardness, Total Dissolved Solids, the effect of Cyan…
Incentivizing for Success
This is the one where Heather is talking about boosting morale, developing a sense of ownership in a team, and driving profits
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Quality control issues in the time of shortage
This is the one where Kelli is talking the benefit of kicking the tires before you leave the shop and the need for greater patience during workforce issues and unreliable supp…
Chlorine gas cloud from liquid chlorine incident at pool
This is the one where Rudy & Andrea are talking incidents at public pools involving the accidental mixing of sodium hypochlorite and muriatic acid that continue to rock the he…