The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast

In this episode, Suzan Chin-Taylor, the DooDoo Diva, sits down with Drew Lewis of Reline America to explore the ins and outs of UVGRP (ultraviolet glass-reinforced polymer) for pipeline rehabilitation. Whether you’re an engineer, asset owner, or contractor, this episode is packed with insights to help you make informed decisions for your projects. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ Key factors for evaluatin...

Join host Suzan Chin-Taylor as she continues her insightful conversation with Andrew "Drew" Lewis of Reline America. Discover the transformative potential of UVGRP (Ultraviolet Glass Reinforced Pipe) for rehabilitating aging stormwater systems while meeting environmental and infrastructure challenges. 📌 In this episode, we explore: ✔️ How UVGRP offers ideal solutions for stormwater syst...

Join host Suzan Chin-Taylor as she continues her insightful conversation with Andrew "Drew" Lewis of Reline America. Discover the transformative potential of UVGRP (Ultraviolet Glass Reinforced Pipe) for rehabilitating aging stormwater systems while meeting environmental and infrastructure challenges. 📌 In this episode, we explore: ✔️ How UVGRP offers ideal solutions for stormwater systems in sen...

🌟 Welcome to The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast! 🌟 In this episode, Suzan Chin-Taylor is joined by Drew Lewis from Reline America to kick off an exciting three-part series on UVGRP (Ultraviolet Glass Reinforced Pipe)—a groundbreaking technology in pipeline rehabilitation. Learn how UVGRP compares to traditional CIPP, its environmental benefits, durability, and versatile applications for...

🚨 Safeguarding Crews and Revenues in Wastewater Management 🚨 In this episode of Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor chats with industry veteran T.J. Suiter about how safety, innovation, and profitability intersect in wastewater operations. Discover actionable insights on: - Why safety is essential for risk mitigation and profitability 🛠️ - The Vanguard Pathogen Defense System: a gr...

🎉 Happy New Year from The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast Team! 🎉 Join us for this special New Year’s edition as we look back on some of the most insightful and inspiring moments from our favorite episodes of 2024. From cutting-edge wastewater technologies to creative solutions for urban infrastructure challenges, this recap is packed with industry wisdom and practical strategies to keep...

🎄 Merry Christmas from The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast! 🎄 This special holiday episode brings together highlights from some of our most impactful conversations, showcasing innovative solutions and expert insights across the wastewater and infrastructure industries. Whether you're exploring the future of septic systems, tackling labor shortages, or diving into cutting-edge wastewater...

In this episode of The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor speaks with Chad Morin, co-owner of Gould Solenoid Valves, a fourth-generation family business with nearly 75 years of experience. Together, they explore the critical role of solenoid valves in wastewater and industrial operations and discuss how small investments in quality can save significant downtime costs....

Join Suzan Chin Taylor, the Doo Doo Diva, as she explores actionable strategies for financial wellness and retirement planning with investment expert Steve Selengut. In this episode, discover Steve’s six key principles for DIY investing, including quality investments, diversification, income production, and mindset shifts to achieve financial independence and secure retirement. Learn how closed-en...

In this episode of DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor continues her conversation with financial expert Steve Selengut in Part II of the Financial Wellness for Wastewater Pros series. Together, they delve into the critical topic of exit strategies for professionals in the wastewater industry—whether you're an employee planning a career move or a business owner preparing...

In this insightful episode of The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor kicks off a three-part series on Financial Wellness and Retirement Planning for professionals and entrepreneurs in the wastewater industry. Joined by seasoned investment expert and author Steve Selengut, this episode focuses on the critical steps to choosing the right financial advisor for your financ...

Join Suzan Chin-Taylor on The DooDoo Diva’s Smells Like Money Podcast as she chats with Dave Smoljan, founder of Extra Air, about his revolutionary approach to lagoon aeration. Drawing on his extensive experience as a mechanic and wastewater operator, Dave shares how his innovative fine-bubble diffuser system is transforming wastewater management. From simplifying lagoon operations to improving co...

In this informative episode of The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money, host Suzan Chin-Taylor and guest Bradley Mart, CEO of FogBuster’s Inc., tackle one of the wastewater industry’s biggest challenges: managing fats, oils, and grease (FOG). FOG is a persistent issue that causes expensive problems in both public and private wastewater systems, leading to clogged pipes, equipment damage, and even envi...

In this impactful episode of The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with industry experts Howard Meyers (Executive VP, ABEL RECON), Ryan Montijo (Co-Owner, Ellison-Mills), and Shane Harris (VP Operations, East Coast Infrastructure) to tackle one of the biggest challenges facing the wastewater and infrastructure industries today: the skilled labor shortage. Re...

In this episode of The DooDoo Diva’s Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor welcomes Bob Sweeney, President of Environmental Management Systems, to explore the ins and outs of onsite wastewater treatment systems. With 46 years of experience in environmental protection and wastewater management, Bob shares invaluable insights into the full lifecycle of septic systems, covering everything...

In this episode of The DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with Kwin Petersen from RH Borden to discuss the groundbreaking use of virtualization technology in wastewater management. Learn how manhole virtualization is transforming asset management by creating detailed digital twins, allowing for faster, safer, and more accurate inspections without the need for...

In this episode of The Doo Doo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with Kwin Petersen, Client Success Manager at RH Borden Company, to discuss the process of evaluating and implementing new technologies in the wastewater industry. This is the first part of a two-part series focused on how operators and organizations can determine if a new tool or technology is the ri...

In this episode of The DooDoo Diva’s Smells Like Money podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor speaks with Dane Wagner, Chief Product Officer at Symeta, about how data-driven human capital management can boost workplace productivity and employee engagement. They discuss Symeta’s Prevent, Predict, and Propel strategy, which focuses on identifying workplace challenges early, predicting issues like burnout a...

In this episode of the "Smells Like Money" podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with Blair Corning, Deputy Director of South Platte Renew, to discuss the innovative Pilot and Research Center (PARC). Discover how this state-of-the-art R&D facility is revolutionizing wastewater management by allowing real-world testing of cutting-edge technologies in a controlled environment. Blair shares h...

In this episode of DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money, host Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with Blair Corning, Deputy Director of South Platte Renew, to discuss the rapid influx of new regulations in the wastewater industry. This is the first part of a two-part series, where Blair shares how South Platte Renew, which serves 300,000 residents in the Southwest Denver metro area, is proactively staying...

In this episode of the DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast, Suzan Chin-Taylor chats with Adam Povlitz, CEO of Anago Cleaning Systems, about how AI-driven tools can transform client acquisition and retention for service businesses. Adam discusses how Anago's proprietary app, CleanCom, streamlines communication, improves customer satisfaction, and provides predictive analytics to enhance...

In this episode of the DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast, Suzan Chin-Taylor welcomes utility expert Andy Zetlan to discuss the pressing challenges utilities face as they transition to carbon neutrality. With a focus on the shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy, Andy highlights potential reliability issues, particularly for high-consumption industries like wastewater management. The...

Welcome to another episode of the DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast! 🌟 This week, Suzan Chin-Taylor is joined by Shaun McAndrew from Ariel Advisor to uncover the game-changing power of small, incremental changes in business. Drawing from her Navy background and consulting expertise, Shaun explains how tiny adjustments can lead to exponential growth, especially in industries like utiliti...

In this episode of DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor is joined by Dr. Sam Ariaratnam, a leading authority in trenchless technology and infrastructure rehabilitation. They dive deep into the pressing issue of aging underground infrastructure and explore how innovative trenchless methods are making the impossible possible. Dr. Sam shares his expert insights on the l...

In this insightful episode of the DooDoo Diva's Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor delves into the pressing issue of aging underground infrastructure and how municipalities can creatively manage budget shortfalls. As part one of a two-part series, this episode features expert insights into the importance of preventive maintenance, asset management, and the role of trenchless tec...