Talking Pools Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Bienvenido al Programa de Certificación de Especialista en Prevención y Erradicación de Algas, impartido por Rudy Stankowitz. En este curso aprenderás a abordar las algas en las piscinas desde una perspectiva completamente diferente: una basada en la ciencia ambiental, la química del agua, la hidráulica y la experiencia real en el campo, en lugar de los típicos tratamientos químic...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Floc-It Friday , Rudy Stankowitz takes listeners on a journey that starts with a surprisingly heated social media debate about natural swimming pools and ends somewhere in the future of artificial intelligence, predictive maintenance, and autonomous pool care. After receiving a flood of messages asking whether natural swimming pools are truly safe, Rudy shares the Fac...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Thursdays with Wayne & Steve , the guys dive into one of the least glamorous—but most important—aspects of operating commercial swimming pools: documentation, compliance, and dealing with health inspectors. What starts as Steve covering pools while his service manager attends a college graduation quickly turns into a discussion about inaccurate logbooks, misunders...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, host Natalie Hood of The Grit Game sits down with Adam Beech, founder and CEO of PoolBrain, for an in-depth discussion about the operational challenges facing modern pool service companies and the technology being developed to solve them. Adam shares his journey from operating a 20-truck pool service company in Phoenix, Arizona, to cre...

Send us Fan Mail On this week's Tuesday edition of Talking Pools, Andrea delivers a rapid-fire collection of pool industry myths, misconceptions, pet peeves, and hard-earned observations from the field. What started as an episode about common pool myths quickly evolved into a full-blown list of industry hot takes, terminology frustrations, safety reminders, and the kinds of misconceptions tha...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Mondays Down Under, Lee, Shane, and Nick sit down with Lee from AIS Water for a fascinating deep dive into the world of saltwater chlorination, chlorinator cells, and the rare-earth metal quietly impacting pool owners across the globe: ruthenium. AIS Water has spent more than three decades focused exclusively on saltwater chlorination, manufacturing everything from re...

Send us Fan Mail This week on the Talking Pools Podcast, Rudy Stankowitz delivers one of the most brutally honest and emotionally grounded episodes yet — blending psychology, mentorship, advanced chemistry, industry culture, and drowning prevention into a single unapologetic ride through the modern swimming pool industry.  Rudy opens the episode by tackling something most people in the industry ra...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Steve Sherwood shares insights on pool maintenance, commercial vs residential pools, insurance tips, and new hobbies like sailing. Perfect for pool professionals looking to optimize their business and safety practices. keywords pool maintenance, commercial pools, residential pools, insurance, sailing, pool chemicals, pool equipment, client management, pool industr...

Send us Fan Mail AI, Automation, and the Future of the Pool Industry With Special Guest Fred Ross What happens when a pool industry veteran with roots in Silicon Valley, data centers, transportation logistics, and large-scale commercial pool operations sits down to talk about artificial intelligence? You get one of the most eye-opening conversations we’ve ever had on Myth Busting Wednesdays .  Thi...

Send us Fan Mail This week on 🎙️ Andrea Unfiltered , Andrea delivers exactly what listeners have come to expect: chaotic honesty, pool industry reality checks, accidental nightmare fuel, and a reminder that working around water can get weird fast.  Andrea opens the episode discussing an adults-only waterpark in Texas featuring swim-up bars, lazy rivers, floating food delivery, DJs, and giant hot t...

Send us Fan Mail This week on the 🇦🇺🇳🇿 edition of the Talking Pools Podcast, Lee, Shane, and Nick welcome longtime industry veteran and chemistry expert John Harding of Lo-Chlor Chemicals for a fascinating deep dive into the rapidly expanding world of wellness products in the pool and spa industry.  John shares his incredible journey from aircraft engineer in England to becoming Technical Director...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Rudy dives headfirst into one of the most controversial chemistry and regulatory topics currently shaking the pool industry: sodium bromide, EPA labeling law, and the reality of enforcement under FIFRA regulations. This episode is not speculation, fearmongering, or internet rumor. It is a detailed breakdown of what the EPA label change...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Steve dives into the realities of commercial pool liability, leak detection, client communication, and the hidden responsibilities that separate true professionals from “just the pool guy.” The episode opens with Steve discussing the frustration surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket prices before shifting into another edition of t...

Send us Fan Mail Pool Inspections, Liability, Codes & the Dangerous Assumptions That Cost Thousands. Part 2 of this 2 part episode. With Host Natalie Hood of The Grit Game and Special Guest Dennis Boyd of Watershape University In the conclusion of this powerful two-part episode of Myth Busting Wednesdays, Natalie Hood sits down with Dennis Boyd for a brutally honest conversation about the real...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Andrea takes a deep dive into one of the most important — and often overlooked — topics in the swimming pool industry: safety.  With summer approaching and pool usage increasing across the country, Andrea discusses the real-world responsibility pool professionals carry when it comes to preventing drownings, suction entrapment incidents...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Lee Salisbury, Shane from Auckland, and Nick from Brisbane dive headfirst into one of the biggest challenges facing pool professionals everywhere: time management.  From subscription fatigue to overloaded schedules, the crew discusses how pool service companies can streamline operations, eliminate wasted effort, and create smarter work...

Send us Fan Mail This episode features Scott Hamilton, CEO of United Chemical, discussing the EPA's recent restrictions on sodium bromide, its implications for pool professionals, and the science behind bromate formation and safety. Gain insights into regulatory processes, chemical safety, and effective pool management strategies. keywords sodium bromide, EPA regulations, bromate, pool chemis...

Send us Fan Mail This episode explores the impact of AI on the insurance industry, business practices, and legal considerations, featuring insights from industry expert Pat Grigno. keywords AI, insurance, business, contracts, legal, technology, automation, risk management key topics Impact of AI on insurance industry Legal and contractual considerations with AI AI's role in business efficienc...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we explore the critical, often-overlooked world of pool inspections with expert Dennis Boyd. Discover the myths, safety concerns, and essential knowledge every homeowner, builder, and inspector needs to prevent disasters and legal issues. Part 1 of 2. Keywords pool inspections, pool safety, home inspection, water chemistry, pool construction, legal issues, pool industry...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Heidi Weeks from Peppermint HR shares expert insights on HR best practices for small businesses, especially in the pool industry. Topics include compliance, structuring, connection, and practical tips for building a strong HR foundation. keywords HR, small business, pool industry, compliance, employee engagement, HR policies, team management, HR tips key topics HR...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Floc It Friday, Rudy Stankowitz dives headfirst into one of the most overlooked realities in the swimming pool industry: your pool truck may legally qualify as a hazardous materials transport vehicle. Rudy breaks down how everyday pool chemicals like liquid chlorine, muriatic acid, trichlor, cal hypo, cyanuric acid, and even improperly labeled buckets can place...

Send us Fan Mail hosts Steve Sherwood and Pat Rignyan from the California Pool Association take a deep dive into one of the busiest and most overlooked risk seasons in the pool industry: commercial and student housing pools. As pool professionals across the country juggle openings, CPO classes, hotels, HOAs, and large commercial accounts, Steve raises an important question many service companies n...

Send us Fan Mail Natalie Hood (the Grit Game) explores the diverse roles and responsibilities of Coast Guard aviation professionals with Nicholas L. Gavin. This includes, but is not limited to myths about AMTs, AETs, and ASTs, and gain insights into their training, missions, and career paths.  keywords Coast Guard, aviation, AMT, AET, AST, rescue missions, military careers, aviation maintenance, r...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea shares practical tips for pool maintenance and storm preparation, emphasizing water chemistry, cleaning protocols, and hurricane readiness to ensure safe and clean pools during the summer season. keywords pool maintenance, storm prep, water chemistry, pool cleaning, hurricane season, Florida pools, pool chemicals, salt systems, pool cleaning tips key topics Pool water chemi...

Send us Fan Mail This episode covers the challenges and opportunities of pool service businesses during winter, including cost management, database maintenance, and team engagement strategies. Learn practical tips to streamline operations, enhance professionalism, and maximize revenue in the off-season. keywords pool service, winter business tips, database management, team engagement, cost control...