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Talking Pools Podcast
If you’ve ever stared at a test kit like it personally insulted your family… welcome home.
Talking Pools Podcast is the pool industry’s “pull up a chair” show—part shop talk, part field manual, part therapy session—built for people who actually live on pool decks: commercial operators, service techs, builders, facility managers, and anyone responsible for water that can’t afford to go sideways. The network was created to level up the pool industry with real-world conversations on water chemistry, filtration, troubleshooting, construction, safety, and the business side of keeping pools open and budgets intact.
Here’s the hook: it’s not theory-first. It’s experience-first—a roster of seasoned pros (with 250+ years of combined “been there, fixed that” wisdom) turning complicated problems into practical moves you can use the same day. And it’s not one voice, one vibe, one corner of the industry: it’s a network of shows designed to reflect how diverse this work really is—different regions, different specialties, different personalities.
Also worth saying out loud: women aren’t “special guests” here—they’re on the mic as hosts, from the beginning, with an intentionally balanced roster. That matters, because the best ideas in this industry don’t come from one lane—they come from the whole road.
If you want a podcast that can make you laugh and make you better at what you do—without pretending the job is easier than it is—Talking Pools is the one you queue up before the first stop, and keep on when the day starts getting weird.
Episodes
990 episodes
Cyanuric Acid Isn’t Sunscreen… It’s a Regulator - Rudy
This week on Talking Pools Podcast, Rudy Stankowitz rips into one of the most misunderstood topics in pool chemistry—cyanuric acid. Starting with a hard truth most pros overlook, the EPA-required label on chlorine products caps free chlorine at...
The Price of Doing Business - Steve & Wayne
Thursdays with Steve & Wayne“The Price of Doing Business”🧠 OverviewThis week on Talking Pools Podcast, Steve and Wayne break down the reality of running a pool service company—where one service call can derail yo...
The Future of Fire Features - Natalie Hood with Matt Doll
In an industry where misinformation spreads faster than wildfire, this episode pulls no punches.Natalie Hood sits down with Matt Doll, CEO of American Fire Products, to dismantle some of the most persistent—and dangerous—myths surroundin...
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Andrea is Making Social Media Work for You (Without Letting It Take Over Your Route)
🎙️ Making Social Media Work for You (Without Letting It Take Over Your Route)In this episode of Talking Pools Podcast, Andrea breaks down a question she’s been hearing more and more from pool pros in the field:👉
The Chlorine Panic Is Missing the Point - Mondays
In this continuation of their conversation, Lee, Shane, and Nick are joined again by industry expert Spiros from Next Gen Experts to break down a topic that’s generating serious noise across the pool industry right now: proposed workplace expos...
Gaps That Can Destroy a Pool Business - Kelli Clancy
In this powerhouse roundtable, returning host Kelli Clancy leads a deep dive into one of the most misunderstood—and most critical—topics in the pool industry: insurance and risk management. Joined by members connected to the Pool ...
Legal Cases Involving Pool Chemicals
This episode explores the complexities of pool chemistry, legal considerations, industry trends, and the importance of understanding over following instructions blindly. Rudy Stankowitz shares insights on how industry control, product formulati...
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Talk to your insurance agent before big projects
In this episode, Steve Sherwood interviews Pat Grignone from California Pool Association to explore how pool service professionals can optimize their business operations, partnerships, and insurance strategies to grow profitably and sustainably...
Debunking Water Chemistry Myths with Eric Knight
This episode busts common water chemistry myths, explores the science behind pool maintenance, and discusses the future of industry education. Featuring Eric Knight from Watershape University, it offers practical insights for professionals seek...
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AI can cost you thousands if you're not careful - Mondays
In this episode, industry expert Spiros De Sarkis shares insights on professionalizing the swimming pool and spa industry, emphasizing safety, legislation, and business growth strategies. Discover how to elevate industry standards, manage risks...
Andrea on Understanding Total Dynamic Head and Valve Management in Pools
Andrea discusses the intricacies of pool circulation systems, focusing on total dynamic head, valves, piping, and the importance of proper maintenance to ensure safe and efficient pool operation.keywordspool circula...
You’re Not Testing the Pool, You’re Testing a Lie - Rudy
This Friday episode blends industry culture, community engagement, and high-level water chemistry into one unapologetically direct conversation. Rudy challenges a foundational assumption in pool care—that water can be “captured” and test...
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Who Touched My Valves?! (And Why I’m Paying for It) - Steve & Wayne
This week on Talking Pools, Steve and Wayne deliver a brutally honest, real-world breakdown of what happens when subcontractors, miscommunication, and poor oversight collide on a job site. From a leak detection company altering valve p...
A Shirt Is NOT Just a Shirt: The Branding Myth That’s Costing You Customers - Natalie Hood
In this week’s Myth Busting Wednesday, Natalie Hood sits down with Don Douglas, President and Owner of Rev'd Up Apparel, to dismantle one of the most overlooked—and misunderstood—topics in the pool industry:👉 What your team wea...
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Andrea talks Cavitation: The Sound of You Ignoring Expensive Problems
Andrea shows up soaked, slightly unhinged, and absolutely done with your circulation system’s bullsh*t. We’re talking pools so flooded they look like they’re trying to return to the ocean, equipment gasping for air, and homeo...
Floc Around and Find Out - Mondays Down Under
Welcome to the episode where three seasoned pool pros from opposite sides of the planet casually admit…👉 nobody does floccing the same way 👉 everyone thinks they’re right 👉 and somehow… they all still get paid<...
Breakpoint Is Wrong (And Enzymes Aren’t What You Think) - Rudy
In this episode, Rudy Stankowitz breaks down two industry staples—breakpoint chlorination and enzymes—and explains why what’s commonly taught doesn’t fully match the chemistry happening in your water.This isn’t about being ...
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The Pool Problem You Don’t See… Until It’s Too Late - Wayne & Steve
What looks like algae… isn’t always algae. And what looks like “clear but weird” water? That’s where things get expensive.In this episode of Talking Pools Thursdays, Steve and Wayne break down one of the most misunderstoo...
Here's How You Grow Your Pool Business by 50% - Laci Davis
This Myth-busting episode reveals how pool pros can maximize their relationships with manufacturer reps to grow their business, increase margins, and avoid costly mistakes. Laci Davis (Grit Game) shares practical tips on finding, evaluating, an...
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Andrea Unfiltered: The Liver of the Pool (Chemistry That Actually Matters)
In this episode of Talking Pools Podcast, Andrea wraps up her multi-part deep dive into pool chemistry with a no-BS breakdown of what actually matters when it comes to testing, dosing, and not screwing it all up.And yes… ...
Build It Right… Or Regret It Later (Mondays Down Under)
In this episode of Talking Pools Podcast, the Mondays Down Under crew takes on a topic that doesn’t get nearly enough honest discussion: building a swimming pool from the perspective of the people who actually have to service it lat...
180 ppm Cyanuric Acid Level - with Rudy Stankowitz
🔥 Episode BreakdownThis episode cuts through one of the biggest misconceptions in pool chemistry—and then zooms out to what’s really happening across the industry right now.🧪 180 ppm CYA – What Actually HappenedNo—nobody sa...
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You Saw it, You Own it! Steve Sherwood on Pool Inspections
What starts as a routine pool inspection can turn into a liability nightmare—fast.In this episode, Steve breaks down a real job where fire-damaged fencing, questionable decking, and one simple question— 👉 “Will insurance cov...
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Pools Don’t Add Value? Yeah… That’s a Lie. (Featuring Natalie Hood, George Williams & Ken Rogner)
The myths just keep coming… and in this one, they don’t stand a chance.In Part 2 of Natalie Hood’s Myth Busting series, industry veterans George Williams and Ken Rogner step in and do what most people in this industry won’t—tell the trut...
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Andrea Unfiltered – Stop Using Test Strips Like They Know What They’re Doing
This isn’t a calm episode. This isn’t a polite episode.This is Andrea… slightly unhinged… walking straight into the chaos of how people are actually taking care of pools—and calling it out.From test strips ...