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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

Why Workforce shortages the way you treat pool water

Text us a pool question! Where are all the workers at? The buzz is almost always about the lack of product on the street, but is the product missing because it's in short supply? Or, are the 'out of stocks' simply due to the fact manufacturers can find anyone to put the 💩 in a bucket? Guess what, Fabricators - you are not alone. For years lifeguards have been in short supply and in 2021 pool service tech positions remain vacant as well. Andrea & Rudy address some concerns and then offer up ...

Aug 06, 202138 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Shocking ways to ensure your pool doesn't need acid

Text us a pool question! The best way to make your acid supply last during a muriatic acid shortage is to set your pool up so that it doesn't need any in the first place. This means that we will have to find a way to keep that level in the acceptable range for as long as possible. This can be done quickly and without difficulty with a couple of products that are easy to find and super inexpensive. If you need acid to get your pH into range we have some alternatives there for you as well. Email u...

Jul 30, 202142 minSeason 1Ep. 11

How to stretch your pool chlorine supply

Text us a pool question! Chlorine continues to be scarce. Supply and demand are kicking our pool budget's ass. If we can't get more, it makes sense to make what we do last longer. In fact, if we take the right steps, it is possible to make our current stock of swimming pool chlorine last as much as three to five times longer. In this one, Rudy and Andrea talk about those things that you can do to stretch the chlorine supply you have without breaking the bank. Email us at: talkingpools@gmail.com ...

Jul 23, 202141 minSeason 1Ep. 10

BODY FOUND IN FLORIDA SWIMMING POOL

Text us a pool question! What do you do when you find a dead body in a swimming pool? That's exactly what one Talking Pools listener asks Rudy & Andrea in an email to talkingpools@gmail.com this week. Apparently, a resident at one of the pool professional's accounts, a condo association, had passed away while bathing in the pool at night. The body was discovered first thing in the morning by the maintenance tech while walking the grounds. Shock it? Drain it? Don't miss this episode where Rud...

Jul 16, 202135 minSeason 1Ep. 9

8 steps you should take to treat your pool after a major weather event

Text us a pool question! NOT JUST HURRICANES! This one has the skinny on what to do to prep the pool in the case of any major weather event. Don't get caught with your pants down - Tornado season is Spring through mid-May, Hurricane season is June 1st through November 30th. What to do to prep your pool for what Mother Nature has in store. What not to do. Most importantly what you need to do after the weather has passed to keep your family safe and the pool water free of disease-causing organisms...

Jul 09, 202152 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Here's why you should child proof your pool

Text us a pool question! It's true! No matter how badass Jason Momoa is, the former Baywatch and current Aquaman star is not likely to be sitting poolside waiting to rub lotion on your back. This means you will need to have a better plan in place to prevent your worst water nightmare from becoming a reality. Your child just managed to open the sliding glass door, but the noise from the blender had muffled the sound. They are heading toward the pool. Can they swim? There's a splash, but it's too ...

Jul 02, 202151 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Here's what happens when you hire a pool service based on price

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy & Andrea talk about the danger of those folks that offer a ridiculously low price for swimming pool service. They discuss how it affects other pool service companies, how it negatively affects pool owners and the risk involved to all. If something sounds too good to be true it probably is. Listen as they explain what a homeowner should look for in hiring a pool person and offer a possible explanation as to why patronizing these lowballers c...

Jun 25, 202129 minSeason 1Ep. 6

6 Things About Pool Care You Should Know But Probably Don't

Text us a pool question! Every industry has them! Those beliefs told time and time again and are accepted as truths. But, are these treatments wisdom from the ancient pool pros? Or, are these tales as tall as Jack's beanstalk? In this episode, Rudy and Andrea assume the role of Mythbusters. They tackle the stories surrounding saltwater pools, cyanuric acid, Tito's vodka, Bounce dryer sheets, and more. True believers of water treatment folklore beware - this duo of poolology plan to debunk a chun...

Jun 18, 202130 minSeason 1Ep. 5

What Mr. Clean Said About the Magic Eraser Pool Hack

Text us a pool question! Back in 2018, on July 5th Lisa Pack posted a picture of a dirty magic eraser being held over the blue water f an aboveground pool. No biggie, right? Well, Lisa's verbiage that accompanied the photo claimed that tossing a single magic eraser into the skimmer had taken her pool from cloudy to clear. This, in turn, gained the attention of tons of pool owners, and the post went viral. As of this minute (I just checked), the post has 124K reactions, 150K comments, and 385K sh...

Jun 11, 202123 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Who Pooped in the Pool? 💩

Text us a pool question! Andrea heads into the conversation in this one, thinking she is about to offer advice on what to do to prep a swimming pool for a weather event. ☔A great topic, but Rudy has some trickery up his sleeve. How would you handle it if your chat on hurricanes went to 💩? Andrea has a few tricks of her own and busts out some knowledge on all kinds of crap. Bottom line - poop carries diseases that people can get in a swimming pool. It doesn't matter what type of creature did a d...

Jun 04, 202141 minSeason 1Ep. 3

How to Chlorinate Your Pools When The Tablets Are Gone

Text us a pool question! Rudy and Andrea pick up where they left off in last week's Chlorine Crisis discussion talking about a few of the alternatives pool owners, pros, and facility operators will need to investigate in order to survive a world without chlorine tablets. It doesn't always involve spending more money, In fact, a few of the methods the dynamic duo offer will have you ending the Poolmageddon season with more moola in your pockets. Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tal...

May 28, 20211 hrSeason 1Ep. 2

5 Things You Don't Know About the Pool Chlorine Crisis

Text us a pool question! United States Braces for 2021 Chlorine Shortage as Pool Season Rapidly Approaches If you have a swimming pool, you've probably already noticed soaring Chlorine Prices. In fact, Pool owners should prepare themselves to pay more for pool chlorine in 2021 than ever before and maybe more this year than the last two years combined – that is, until it's gone. Then what? Unfortunately, due to a series of unpredictable and abrupt events, coast-to-coast poolmageddon has become a ...

May 21, 202128 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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