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Talking Pools Podcast

Rudy Stankowitz

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

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49:28

Safety First: Essential Pool Tools and Tips

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2024/11/07

Send us a textHere's an episode where Wayne & Steve discuss the following:Safety Emphasis: The speaker stresses the importance of safety, especially when dealing with potentially dangerous tools and situations.Future Education: There's a plan to revisit the topic of safety and provide more education on it in future episodes.Upcoming Events: The speaker will be at the International Show in Dallas next month, teaching a CPO instructor class and giving a talk on the Langley or saturation ind...

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40:33

Poolside Confessions: Hilarious, Bizarre, and Unfiltered

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2024/11/05

Send us a textPicture this: Andrea and Paulette, poolside pros turned accidental couch potatoes, trying to recover from their own version of "strongman competition" injuries. Andrea threw out her back, and not from wrestling a pool filter or wrangling algae—nope, she did it Ellie May Clampett style, chucking feed bags like a champ. Meanwhile, Paulette got sidelined after a heroic round of taking down hurricane shutters, all while Jim Cantore packed up his drama and left town. The result? A co...

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32:08

New Hires, Customer Trust, and the Mystery of Missing...

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2024/11/04

Send us a text In this episode, Peter and Shane start with concern over Lee’s mysterious absence—she's always on time, so the guys are understandably puzzled and worried. As they wait for her return, Shane seizes the moment to ask Peter a pressing question: How do you add a new employee to the team and transfer a service route without customers freaking out over the new face? Peter, a seasoned pro, dives in with advice on handling the transition smoothly. He suggests gradually introducin...

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41:54

Thermodynamics of Calcium Carbonate Precipitation &...

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2024/11/01

Send us a textIn this conversation, Rudy Stankowitz delves into the thermodynamics of calcium carbonate precipitation, a significant challenge in pool maintenance, and discusses strategies for diversifying revenue streams in the pool service industry. He explains the science behind calcium carbonate scale formation, emphasizing the importance of managing water chemistry to prevent issues. Additionally, he explores high-margin services such as pool automation and safety equipment installations...

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31:17

Poolside Horrors on Halloween with Andrea & Paulette

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2024/10/31

Send us a text In this Halloween episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Andrea and Paulette dive into eerie tales from the field, recounting hair-raising experiences from servicing pools. The episode is rich with creepy encounters and unexpected pool disasters that give listeners a chill – perfect for Halloween! With Andrea and Paulette taking up about 85% of the episode, they lead with the spooky and bizarre, sharing horror stories of green, murky waters and strange incidents that happen...

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37:18

Here's What's in Steve's Pool Toolbox

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2024/10/29

Send us a textIn this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Steve is hosting solo and plans to discuss the practical tools and tips he has gathered over his two decades in the pool industry. He emphasizes the importance of having the right tools for the job, sharing his personal collection of "cool pool tools" that help him tackle various challenges in the field. Steve also highlights the value of working smarter, not harder, and aims to provide insights on saving time, money, and energy in p...

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45:16

Retention, Rewards, and Resilience

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2024/10/28

Send us a textIn this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Lee, Peter, and Shane dive into the highs and lows of managing pool businesses and discuss the importance of employee retention, company culture, and major industry updates. Here's a rundown:Weather, Kids, and Summer VibesLee kicks off by sharing Melbourne’s famously unpredictable weather, experiencing “four seasons in a week,” while Shane looks forward to a long weekend.Lee reminisces about flying with her young kids, and Peter join...

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33:16

Chlorine Breakdown & Eco-Friendly Pool Hacks

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2024/10/25

Send us a textIn this episode, Rudy Stankowitz blends education and humor as he breaks down the kinetics of chlorine decomposition in outdoor pools. He explains how UV radiation and heat degrade chlorine and dives into sustainable alternatives for pool maintenance, offering practical tips for eco-friendly operations.Key Topics:Chlorine Decomposition (00:03):HOCl vs. OCl-: Rudy introduces the main chlorine species that sanitize pool water—hypochlorous acid (HOCl) and hypochlorite ions (OCl-).U...

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53:14

Firing a Customer

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2024/10/24

Send us a textIn this episode of Thursdays with Wayne & Steve, the hosts tackle the tough but necessary topic of firing customers. Wayne and Steve dive into the signs that it’s time to cut ties with a problematic client, exploring how to assess when the drama outweighs the revenue. They break down the common red flags—late payments, unrealistic expectations, and constant complaints—and discuss how to weigh those against the value of keeping a customer on the books.The duo also highlights ...

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43:54

Death of a Tadpole

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2024/10/22

Send us a textAndrea and Paulette are back, and this time, they're schooling us on two things: Andrea's eager-but-clueless helper and, well, let’s just say some tadpoles didn’t make it out alive. Tragic but hilarious.Just when you think it's safe to get back in the water, BAM! You get hit with a Biolab update. You know, the place that had that massive fire. Trying to get things back on track after that has been a mess. Things are looking up, according to this Press Release.Picture this: Andre...

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32:32

SPASA: Essential Updates for Safety

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2024/10/21

Send us a textIn this episode of Mondays Down Under, Peter, Shane, and Lee are joined by Spiros Dassakis, the Chief Policy Officer of SPASA, to dive into important updates regarding pool safety regulations, specifically changes to AS1926.1, which governs pool barriers in Australia. Spiros provides valuable insights into how these changes impact both pool service professionals and homeowners, emphasizing the critical role of proper barrier installation in ensuring pool safety.This episode is p...

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39:30

Biolab Shelter-in-Place, Cyanuric Acid/Chlorine, and SEO

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2024/10/18

Send us a textIn this conversation, Rudy Stankowitz delves into the intricate world of pool chemistry, focusing on the critical role of cyanuric acid in maintaining chlorine levels. He emphasizes the importance of digital marketing strategies for pool service companies, including SEO and social media engagement. The discussion also covers the delicate balance between chlorine and cyanuric acid, offering practical tips for pool professionals to optimize their maintenance practices.takeawaysCya...

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42:48

A Pool Pro's Perfect World

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2024/10/17

Send us a textIn this heartfelt and inspiring episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Steve and Wayne take listeners on an emotional journey, imagining what the life of a pool guy would look like in a perfect world. From the first few words, you can feel the deep passion they have for the pool industry and the people who make it run. They paint a picture of an industry where pool service techs are treated like the professionals they truly are—where respect, appreciation, and recognition are par...

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26:44

Charge Extra for Storm Cleanup

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2024/10/15

Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now!In this Talking Pools Podcast episode, Andrea and Paulette dive into the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, where pools were left in chaos, strewn with debris, and demanding far more than a simple skim and brush. Yet, one of the most pressing questions they tackle is: Why are pool service professionals so hesitant to charge extra for the extra work that comes with storm cleanup?Andrea and Paulette, seasoned pros in the pool i...

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50:14

Chemical Time Bomb: The Deadly Risks of Mixing Pool...

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2024/10/14

Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now!In this gripping episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Peter shares a shocking story that will leave pool professionals both horrified and deeply aware of the dangers that lurk when chemicals are mishandled. He recounts an unforgettable moment when one of his customers mistakenly poured chlorine into an old sulfuric acid barrel. The hosts, Lee and Shane, are immediately taken aback, and the weight of the potential disaster sin...

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42:34

Fire Fallout, Chlorine Generation, and CRMs

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2024/10/11

Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now!Summary: In this episode, Rudy covers two distinct but equally important topics. The show kicks off with an important news update on the Biolab fire that occurred on September 30, 2024, in Conyers, Georgia. Rudy discusses the impact of the fire, the ongoing investigation by the Chemical Safety Board (CSB), and the legal and environmental fallout from the event. He highlights the company's troubling safety history and how local...

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41:35

Test It or Regret It: Wayne’s Basics and Steve’s...

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2024/10/10

Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Wayne and Steve dive into the critical topic of water testing for swimming pools. Wayne breaks down which water tests are the most important for maintaining optimal pool health, emphasizing the essential ones like pH, chlorine, alkalinity, and calcium hardness. As Wayne discusses these vital tests, Steve’s passion for water care comes through in full force. He stresses the im...

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51:32

Hurrican Andrea 🌀

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2024/10/08

Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now!In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Andrea and Paulette dive into the critical topic of cleaning up a pool after a hurricane. They focus on the essential steps pool service professionals must take to ensure the pool is safe, clean, and operational following the aftermath of a major storm. Andrea leads the discussion with a detailed breakdown of the process, starting with removing large debris, assessing any damage to...

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43:10

Peter’s Fresh Take on Service Tech New Hires and...

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2024/10/07

Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Peter and Lee delve into the topic of new hire training. Peter shares his experience of hiring a young woman who has little to no experience in pool service. He expresses his preference for hiring individuals with minimal prior experience, as it allows him to train them from scratch without having to correct bad habits they may have learned from previous jobs. Lee enthusiasti...

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38:22

Advanced Chelation and Scaling Your Pool Business

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2024/10/04

Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now!Episode Overview: In this episode, Rudy Stankowitz kicks off Friday's show by sharing his personal experience with Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm that recently hit Florida, causing widespread damage and flooding. Rudy recounts how the storm tore through his own backyard, damaging his screen enclosure and pool. He provides an update on the BioLab fire in Conyers, Georgia, which is raising concerns about the chlorine suppl...

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