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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!

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Episodes

CPO: Chemical Feed Systems

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy talks about the different types of chemical feeders available for pools, the importance of electrical interlock, and the Green pool at the 2016 Olympics in Brazil. American Chemistry Council Chlorine Panel : https://youtu.be/4TjgvL8Ln18 Each year dozens of visitors to aquatic facilities are accidentally exposed to unintentionally produced chlorine gas. These exposures result from a failure of the electrical interlock between the chemical feed e...

Aug 18, 202227 minSeason 2Ep. 130

How a dream is goal without game

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Heather talks about the effect your dreams have on reaching your goals. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Buy Heather lunch If you like Hump Days with Heather you can support your favorite host with a donation Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Tha...

Aug 17, 202213 minSeason 2Ep. 129

Kelli Clancy & Matt Giovanisci (Swim University®)

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Kelli is joined by guest co-host Matt Giovanisci of Swim University® to discuss pool owner education. Buy Kelli Dinner Become a supporter of Tuesdays with Kelli Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com...

Aug 16, 202221 minSeason 2Ep. 128

Houston, we have a mustard algae problem

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy & Andrea investigate the larger than typical mustard algae problem pool professionals are facing in Houston, Texas. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! BLUERAY XL The real mineral purifier! Reduce your pool maintenance costs & efforts by 50% AquaStar Pool Products The Global Leader in Safety, Dependability, & Innovation in Pool Technolog...

Aug 12, 202251 minSeason 2Ep. 127

CPO: Chemical Testing

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy discussed the DOH required water tests and the responsibility of both the facility operator and pool service companies. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! the 'How to Get Rid of Algae' handbook The most comprehensive guide on algae prevention and remediation you will ever own. Online Pool Classes The difference between you and your competition is w...

Aug 11, 202226 minSeason 2Ep. 133

Here's when it is okay to slap a customer

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Heather discusses those customers who drive you to the very edge. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Buy Heather lunch If you like Hump Days with Heather you can support your favorite host with a donation Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thank you...

Aug 10, 20226 minSeason 2Ep. 125

Your truck is either helping you, or hurting you

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Kelli talks about the importance of appearance and organization, Buy Kelli Dinner Become a supporter of Tuesdays with Kelli Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on soc...

Aug 09, 202222 minSeason 2Ep. 124

Specialty Pool Chems exclusive to the service pro with NC Brands

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy and Andrea are talking enzymes, phosphate removers, liquid cover, and borates with Tom & Alica of Natural Chemistry Pool Products. BLUERAY XL The real mineral purifier! Reduce your pool maintenance costs & efforts by 50% AquaStar Pool Products The Global Leader in Safety, Dependability, & Innovation in Pool Technology. POOL MAGAZINE Pool Magazine is leading up to the minute news source for Swimming Pool News and Pool Features. Ou Bu...

Aug 05, 202239 minSeason 2Ep. 123

CPO: Heavy Metals in Swimming Pools 🤘

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy talks about the advantages of using metals in phosphate, algae, and bacteria prevention & treatment. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! CPO Certification Classes Attend your CPO class with Rudy Stankowitz! the 'How to Get Rid of Algae' handbook The most comprehensive guide on algae prevention and remediation you will ever own. Online Pool Class...

Aug 04, 202222 minSeason 2Ep. 122

Customers without Boundaries

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Heather talks about those clients who text and call at all hours of the night. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com...

Aug 03, 202215 minSeason 2Ep. 121

28 days of hydration

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Kellie is talking startup process and the rules the new pool owner must abide by. Buy Kelli Dinner Become a supporter of Tuesdays with Kelli Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com...

Aug 02, 202225 minSeason 2Ep. 120

The pioneer of the pool podcast and swimming pool YouTube vids

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy and Andrea sit down with David Van Brunt of the Pool Guy Podcast Show and the doors he has opened for fellow podcasters like Pool Chasers, Pool Nation, and the Talking Pools Podcast, and more. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com...

Jul 29, 202227 minSeason 2Ep. 119

CPO: Algae Prevention & Remediation

Text us a pool question! 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, EDTA & Ammonium sulfate. #Swimmingpoolalgae #MustardAlgae #GreenAlgae #WhiteWaterMold #Pinkslime the 'How to Get Rid of Algae' handbook The most comprehensive guide on algae prevention and remediation you will ever own. CPO Certification Classes Attend your CPO class with Rudy Stankowitz! Online P...

Jul 28, 202220 minSeason 2Ep. 120

Texas Pool Critters

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Heather talks about some of the animal encounters she has in customer's backyards in the Lone Star State Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com...

Jul 27, 202211 minSeason 2Ep. 117

Pool Techs vs Office Staff

Text us a pool question! 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 office personnel. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com...

Jul 26, 202226 minSeason 2Ep. 116

How Liquid Covers will have your pools hotter than Eddie Munson's guitar solo in the upside down 🎸

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy & Andrea compare the performance and ease of use of liquid cover against traditional solar blankets. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! BLUERAY XL The real mineral purifier! Reduce your pool maintenance costs & efforts by 50% AquaStar Pool Products The Global Leader in Safety, Dependability, & Innovation in Pool Technology. POOL MAGAZIN...

Jul 22, 202223 minSeason 2Ep. 115

CPO: Using organic flocculants & inorganic coagulants

Text us a pool question! 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. CPO Certification Classes Attend your CPO class with Rudy Stankowitz! Online Pool Classes The difference between you and your competition is what you know! the 'How to Get Rid of Algae' handbook The most comprehensive guide on algae prevention and remediation you will ever own. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Hel...

Jul 21, 202221 minSeason 2Ep. 114

Some manufacturer reps are @&$holes❗

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Heather talks about those manufacturer reps that go the extra mile and those that don't Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Buy Heather lunch If you like Hump Days with Heather you can support your favorite host with a donation Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Supp...

Jul 20, 202216 minSeason 2Ep. 113

One-poler insurance & service agreements

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Kelli shares some advice on MUST haves for those swimming pool service pros that have just become business owners Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Buy Kelli Dinner Become a supporter of Tuesdays with Kelli Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thank ...

Jul 19, 202218 minSeason 2Ep. 112

Fuel surcharge

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy & Andrea are talking business expenses that should be factored into customer pricing. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! BLUERAY XL The real mineral purifier! Reduce your pool maintenance costs & efforts by 50% POOL MAGAZINE Pool Magazine is leading up to the minute news source for Swimming Pool News and Pool Features. Ou CPO Certification ...

Jul 15, 202224 minSeason 2Ep. 111

CPO: Cloudy Water

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy talks about the causes and remedies of cloudy swimming pool water. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! CPO Certification Classes Attend your CPO class with Rudy Stankowitz! the 'How to Get Rid of Algae' handbook The most comprehensive guide on algae prevention and remediation you will ever own. Online Pool Classes The difference between you and your...

Jul 14, 202219 minSeason 2Ep. 110

Customer Acquisition Cost vs Lifetime Value

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Heather is talking about 6 key numbers that every business owner needs to know about their clientele Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com...

Jul 13, 202218 minSeason 2Ep. 109

Growing up Pool Pro ll

Text us a pool question! 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'. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Faceb...

Jul 12, 202225 minSeason 2Ep. 108

Business growth partner Michelle Kavanaugh/MK inc.

Text us a pool question! 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. Chris Galvan (CEO of Blueray XL) announces the winner of a Blueray XL 20-pack of product. To receive Michelle's forecast template, please email your request to michelle@mkconsultingservices.com Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take...

Jul 08, 202247 minSeason 2Ep. 107

CPO: Water Problems - Metals & Stains

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy talks about the problems associated with metals in pool water and shares some methods of stain removal. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! CPO Certification Classes Attend your CPO class with Rudy Stankowitz! Online Pool Classes The difference between you and your competition is what you know! the 'How to Get Rid of Algae' handbook The most compreh...

Jul 07, 202227 minSeason 2Ep. 106

Glass mosaic installation with Jimmy Reed/Rock Solid Tile

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Heather brings tile icon Jimmy Reed onto Hump Days talking about all aspects of tile installation and prep. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Faceb...

Jul 06, 202246 minSeason 2Ep. 105

Growing up Pool Pro

Text us a pool question! 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. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thank you so much for listening...

Jul 05, 202222 minSeason 2Ep. 104

Blueray XL product giveaway!

Text us a pool question! 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 one step forward and two steps back, the HASA and Sutro partnership no one expected. . They also have a Blueray XL Giveaway🎉 Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! AquaStar Pool Products The Global L...

Jul 01, 202240 minSeason 2Ep. 103

CPO: Water Balance

Text us a pool question! 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 Cyanuric acid on Total Alkalinity, and the role they all play in the LSI (Langelier Saturation Index). Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! CPO Certification Classes Attend your CPO class with Rudy Stankowitz...

Jun 30, 202233 minSeason 2Ep. 102

Incentivizing for Success

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Heather is talking about boosting morale, developing a sense of ownership in a team, and driving profits Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Buy Heather lunch If you like Hump Days with Heather you can support your favorite host with a donation Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra ...

Jun 29, 202217 minSeason 2Ep. 101
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