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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

Quality control issues in the time of shortage

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Kelli is talking the benefit of kicking the tires before you leave the shop and the need for greater patience during workforce issues and unreliable supply chains. 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 commissio...

Jun 28, 202218 minSeason 2Ep. 100

Chlorine gas cloud from liquid chlorine incident at pool

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy & Andrea are talking incidents at public pools involving the accidental mixing of sodium hypochlorite and muriatic acid that continue to rock the headlines. K-2006-C Salt test kit winner announced. How reliable is the import of Chinese chlorine? Andrea shifts to a greater level of documentation. A major pool distributor might be saying goodbye to Muriatic acid, Preventing Unintended Chemical Injection : https://youtu.be/4TjgvL8Ln18 BLUERAY ...

Jun 24, 202240 minSeason 2Ep. 99

CPO: Chlorine, Bromine, & Oxidizers

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy is talking about disinfection discussing chlorine types and characteristics as well as supplemental oxidation CPO Prep materials: CPO Practice Test & Prep👩‍🎓 - Aquatic Facility Training and Consultants (cpoclass.com) CPO Class Schedule: Aquatic Facility Training and Consultants - Get Certified with Pool Expert Rudy Stankowitz (cpoclass.com) Support the show - Click Here ✅ Enjoy the Talking Pools Podcast Network? Become a supporter. Buy a ...

Jun 23, 202231 minSeason 2Ep. 98

Hiring students & ex-cons

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Heather is talking about thinking waaaayyyyy outside the box to fill a pool company's employment needs. 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 c...

Jun 22, 202213 minSeason 2Ep. 97

Bleach Stains!? On your uniform?

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Kelli recruits Andrea (Talking Pools Podcast - Fridays) to talk about professionalism in the field and how things you may not think of are perceived by pool 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 commissi...

Jun 21, 202229 minSeason 2Ep. 96

Borate shortage looming, and a Test Kit Giveaway

Text us a pool question! Breaking News: Another looming Shortage 😱 Andrea & Rudy are giving away a Taylor Technologies K-2006-Salt test kit, and Andrea talks about some of the unique Iguana issues affecting pool pros in southern Florida. 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 Glo...

Jun 17, 202236 minSeason 2Ep. 96

CPO: Pool Tech suspect in FLESH EATING BACTERIA Death, Racoon Feces, Lowering CyA to treat human fecal incident

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy is talking Recreational Water Illnesses. 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: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com...

Jun 16, 202229 minSeason 2Ep. 95

Selling value

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Heather talks about selling the value of a pool or product versus selling the product itself. Buy Heather lunch If you like Hump Days with Heather you can support your favorite host with a donation 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...

Jun 15, 202215 minSeason 2Ep. 94

Here's why pool owners lie

Text us a pool question! In this one, Kelli talks about how to ask questions to get the needed info. Rudy steps in for Dan Lenz and shares a disturbing Yellow Out story about a pissed-off cust and her demons. 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...

Jun 14, 202234 minSeason 2Ep. 93

Uncensored: Andrea & Heather ll

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Andrea & Heather take over the network in the return of 'Monday Funday' with an episode Rudy refuses to edit. 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:...

Jun 13, 202232 minSeason 2Ep. 92

Filter Winner, Anniversary, & Never-ending chemical price increases

Text us a pool question! This is the one where all of the cohosts of the Talking Pools Podcast 'network' unite and are talking the best methods of tackling never-ending increases in cost and the anniversary of the Talking Pools Podcast 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 Lea...

Jun 10, 202257 minSeason 2Ep. 91

CPO: Calculations

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy talks about some of the basic math and essential calculations that he will discuss in the CPO certification class. 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 ...

Jun 09, 202216 minSeason 2Ep. 90

In your Defense. Pool Construction Expert Witness, Paolo Benedetti

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Heather talks one on one with pool construction expert witness Paolo Benedetti on what the job entails, what to expect from an expert witness, and what the role is in your defense when your build is brought to court. 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...

Jun 08, 20221 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 89

Tim & Kelli's Pool Algae Remedies

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Tim & Kelli share their secret recipes for getting green pools to turn blue in time for the pool owner's party on Saturday Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35. 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 aff...

Jun 07, 202235 minSeason 2Ep. 88

AquaStar Pool Products Pipeline Filter with Steve Barnes & Todd Pieri

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy and Andrea talk with Steve Barnes & Todd Pieri of AquaStar Pool Products about their innovative new Pipeline cartridge filter. One lucky listener will receive one of these filters for free. There will be only one winner, so listen now - the contest details are in this episode. 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...

Jun 03, 20221 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 87

CPO: Regulation setting authorities in the Pool Industry

Text us a pool question! In this episode of CPO Thursdays, Rudy concludes his discussion on regulation-setting authorities. CPO Class schedule CPO Practice Test & Flashcards Support the show 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...

Jun 02, 202219 minSeason 2Ep. 85

Pissed off pool customers 🤬

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Heather is talking how to turn an angry client into a happy camper. 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 y...

Jun 01, 202223 minSeason 2Ep. 84

Hot Pool Pros 🔥

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Tim & Kelli are joined by Heather Linton (Hump Days with Heather) and Andrea Nannini (The Talking Pools Podcast) and are talking about when pool service professionals are forced to deal with the high temps of the summer months. Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you wa...

May 31, 202238 minSeason 2Ep. 83

DOT Targeting Pool Service Trucks

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy & Andrea are talking DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations on the transport of hazardous materials on U.S. highways that affect pool service vehicles. References: R&S Compliance Group, LLC Is the DOT Cracking Down on the Pool Industry? Chemicals on Board Music by <a href="/users/qubesounds-24397640/?tab=audio&utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=audio&utm_content=109036...

May 27, 202231 minSeason 2Ep. 82

CPO: Who Makes the Public Pool Laws

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy is talking about who makes the laws, rules, and best practices that we follow in public pool care. CPO Class schedule CPO Practice Test & Flashcards Support the show 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 Than...

May 26, 202225 minSeason 2Ep. 81

Cash Conversion

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Heather is talking about the approximate number of days it takes a company to convert its inventory into cash after a sale to a customer. 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 ...

May 25, 202213 minSeason 2Ep. 80

Pool Service Challenges

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Tim & Kelli are talking about the current challenges pool service professionals face. 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! Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35. Buy Kelli Dinner Become a supporter of Tuesdays with Kelli Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase,...

May 24, 202228 minSeason 2Ep. 79

The build-a-route for resale scam

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy & Andrea are talking with Joe Wilmot of Pool Trader about the unethical practice of building an underpriced route for quick resale 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! Support the show - Click Here ✅ Enjoy the Talking Pools Podcast Network? Become a supporter. Buy a host a cup of coffee ☕ BLUERAY XL The real mineral purifier! Reduce your pool mai...

May 20, 202228 minSeason 2Ep. 79

CPO Thursdays: Pool Management

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy talks about the pool classifications, the pool operator's relationship with the health official, and negligence. CPO Class schedule CPO Practice Test & Flashcards 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...

May 19, 202221 minSeason 2Ep. 78

Listening skills in business

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Heather is talking about not only listening but also hearing, understanding, and retaining what is said. 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...

May 18, 202215 minSeason 2Ep. 77

Is it your company or your job?

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Tim & Kelli are talking about the differences between running a company and your company running you. 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! Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cos...

May 17, 202234 minSeason 2Ep. 76

Carbonate Alkalinity and Total Hardness are damaging pools

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Rudy and Andrea are talking test kits and why additional calculations are necessary to prevent damage to swimming pools. 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! Support the show - Click Here ✅ Enjoy the Talking Pools Podcast Network? Become a supporter. Buy a host a cup of coffee ☕ POOL MAGAZINE Pool Magazine is leading up to the minute news source for Swimm...

May 13, 202230 minSeason 2Ep. 76

CPO Thursdays: The CPO Test

Text us a pool question! In this one Rudy talks about the ins and outs of the CPO certification test and how to prep before the class begins. CPO Class schedule: https://cpoclass.com/cpo-certification-classes/ CPO Practice Test: https://cpoclass.com/cpo-practice-test/ 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...

May 12, 202231 minSeason 2Ep. 75

The BIGGEST mistake you can make in the pool business is...

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Heather is talking mistakes that business owners in the pool industry frequently make. 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: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok...

May 11, 202217 minSeason 2Ep. 74

The psychology of a solid business website

Text us a pool question! This is the one where Tim & Kelli talk pool company websites with Amy Masson of SUMY designs Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35. 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 Than...

May 10, 202236 minSeason 2Ep. 73
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