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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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35:39

The Role of Calcium and TDS

Talking Pools Podcast ·

2025/12/05

Pool Pros text questions here In this conversation, Rudy Stankowitz emphasizes the critical role of calcium hardness and total dissolved solids (TDS) in pool chemistry. He explains how these factors influence the effectiveness of chlorine, algaecides, and other pool chemicals, highlighting the importance of maintaining the right balance for optimal pool performance. Takeaways Calcium hardness and TDS are crucial for pool chemistry. They influence how effectively chlorine works. Proper leve...

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28:12

The Role of Weather in Swimming Pool Property Damage

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2025/12/04

Pool Pros text questions here The conversation explores the complexities of insurance claims, particularly in unusual circumstances involving property damage due to weather events. The speaker shares a vivid account of a claim involving a fallen tree that caused significant damage to a pool area, illustrating the challenges faced by both homeowners and insurance adjusters in assessing and managing such incidents. Takeaways The role of insurance adjusters in property damage claims. Unusual ...

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33:27

Mastering Pool Measurements: Essential Tools and...

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2025/12/03

Pool Pros text questions here In this conversation, Natalie discusses the essential tools and preparations needed for accurate pool measurements with Carl Cullers or the Grit Game. They emphasize the importance of having the right equipment, such as measuring forms, tapes, and documentation tools, to ensure a successful measurement process. Additionally, the speaker highlights the necessity of taking pictures to document the pool's condition, especially if there are any irregularities. takeaw...

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38:19

Proactive Management: Pool Business

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2025/12/01

Pool Pros text questions here In this episode of Mondays Down Under, hosts Lee and Shane discuss the importance of self-audits in business management, particularly in the pool industry. They emphasize the need for proactive management, effective communication with staff, and the value of customer feedback. The conversation covers practical tips for conducting audits and improving business operations, highlighting that small changes can lead to significant improvements. The episode concludes w...

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52:00

Cyanuric Acid: The Most Misunderstood Chemical in Pools

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2025/11/28

Pool Pros text questions here Rudy dives headfirst into cyanuric acid — CYA, stabilizer, conditioner — the most misquoted, weaponized, and argued-about chemical in the pool industry. He breaks down what the science actually says about HOCl in stabilized water, why that old HOCl / OCl⁻ chart belongs in a museum, how CYA really impacts ORP, TA, and LSI, and why “chlorine lock” is less supernatural curse and more “you nuked the stabilizer and fed the biofilm.” Between the chemistry deep dive, Ru...

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30:38

“How Do I Cover My Ass?” Protecting Your Pool...

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2025/11/27

Pool Pros text questions here In this week’s episode of Insurance Interludes, host Steve Sherwood teams up once again with Pat Grignon, Vice President of the California Pool Association (CPA), to tackle a real-world scenario hitting every service tech’s nightmare list: A failing shell. A leaking pool. Conflicting opinions. And YOU stuck in the middle. Steve brings the audience behind the scenes of his own route — a client with a structural crack that keeps reopening, “experts” claiming they c...

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40:51

Madison Ray lifeguard historian - Hard Truths & Myths

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2025/11/26

Pool Pros text questions here On this Wednesday episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, host Natalie Hood (Director of Education & Network Development for The Grit Game) sits down with lifeguard historian, trainer, and content creator Miss Madison Ray to pull back the curtain on what lifeguards actually do, why they’re leaving the industry, and how dangerous our “they’re just babysitters” mindset really is. From CPR in real facilities to CPR to Taylor Swift on TikTok, this episode hits both...

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35:42

Cold Plunge Pools and Cold Water Chemistry

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2025/11/25

Pool Pros text questions here This week, Andrea flies solo while Paulette takes a much-needed break—and the result is a fun, educational, slightly unhinged deep dive into cold water season, winter chemistry, dry skin survival, and why cold pools can actually make your job easier (yes, really). From frozen reagents to stain treatments to elderly Floridians complaining about “cold” 78-degree pools, this episode is a full winter-route mood. Episode Summary Andrea kicks off the show explaining wh...

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34:27

It Shouldn’t Take a Child’s Death to Fix Our Industry...

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2025/11/24

Pool Pros text questions here This week on Mondays Down Under, Lee (Australia) and Shane (New Zealand) jump in—literally and figuratively—with a conversation that starts with cold weather swims and ends with one of the biggest training breakthroughs for the pool industry across Oceania. What was supposed to be a short topic grew into a full deep-dive on safety, qualifications, licensing, training pathways, industry standards, and why professionalizing pool service matters more now than ever. ...

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33:38

Bromide Ban, Insta Drama, Borate Chemistry

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2025/11/21

Pool Pros text questions here In this episode, Rudy discusses the importance of borates in pool chemistry, particularly their role in stabilizing pH levels, reducing chemical usage, and enhancing water clarity. He explains the chemistry behind borates, their effects on algae, and practical applications for pool maintenance. Additionally, Rudy addresses safety concerns and common misconceptions about borates, emphasizing their benefits for long-term water stability. takeaways Borates are one...

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60:36

Back in Our Day, Pool Techs Worked in the Rain — And...

Talking Pools Podcast ·

2025/11/20

Text us a pool question! In this episode, Steve Sherwood discusses the challenges of pool maintenance during rainy weather, emphasizing the importance of effective communication with clients regarding service times and expectations. He also delves into the significance of proper water testing and the differences between commercial and residential pool care. Additionally, insights into insurance considerations for pool professionals are shared, highlighting the need for preparedness in the fac...

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38:26

Pool Leak Myths Millennials Love… and Why Gen X Knows...

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2025/11/19

Text us a pool question! Welcome to an in-depth exploration of leak detection in pools, a topic that often goes unnoticed yet is crucial for any pool owner. In this blog post, we’ll highlight key insights and practical tips from a recent podcast episode featuring industry experts Natalie Hood and Jared Medeiros. Let’s dive in and unravel the myths surrounding leak detection and maintenance. Section 1: Understanding the Importance of Leak Detection Leaks can lead to significant water lo...

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32:12

Airbnbs, Fences, and Flow Rates — Yes, You’re Doing...

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2025/11/17

Text us a pool question! Mondays Down Under – Understanding Pool & Spa Standards in Australia & New Zealand This week on Mondays Down Under, Lee and Shane dive into a topic that every pool and spa professional thinks they understand—until they don’t: standards, regulations, and the rules that actually govern your work on both sides of the Tasman. From fencing laws to suction entrapment prevention, from dangerous goods handling to new fiberglass standards, this episode breaks down exac...

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38:06

Total Alkalinity. PLUS, Mentor of the Year REVEALED

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2025/11/14

Text us a pool question! In this episode, Rudy delves into the intricacies of total alkalinity in pool chemistry, explaining its critical role in maintaining pH levels and overall water balance. He discusses the impact of carbon dioxide and borates on pool chemistry, emphasizing the importance of understanding these elements for effective pool maintenance. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by pool service professionals and the need for consistent testing and adjustments to ensu...

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29:31

Clear Water Can Still Kill, Part 2: The Myth-Busting...

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2025/11/12

Text us a pool question! In this powerful conclusion to the two-part episode Clear Water Can Still Kill, Natalie Hood and Dewey Case pull back the curtain on the myths that continue to plague both residential and commercial pool operations. From chlorine “smell” misconceptions to Airbnb water safety, they challenge everything we think we know about clean, safe, and healthy pool water. Dewey explains why clear doesn’t always mean clean—and why that faint haze, that “smells clean” comment, or t...

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32:12

Push suppliers to own issues

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2025/11/10

Text us a pool question! Lee’s back on home turf (and grand-dad duty) and Shane’s in the chair from New Zealand for a lively episode that starts with a wild Guy Fawkes blackout story and lands on a pressing industry issue: two major distributors have exited the NZ market, leaving pros scrambling for parts, warranties, and sensible logistics. In this episode Cold open: A powder-monkey grandad, one huge bang, and parts of Melbourne go dark 😳NZ shake-up: Two big distributors stop supplying

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48:34

The One on pH

Talking Pools Podcast ·

2025/11/07

Text us a pool question! In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, Rudy Stankowitz dives deep into the essential aspects of pool water chemistry, focusing primarily on pH. He emphasizes the importance of understanding pH as the core of water chemistry, explaining how it influences chlorine effectiveness, the role of alkalinity, and the buffering systems that stabilize pH levels. Rudy discusses the impact of electrolysis, CO2 behavior, and the Langelier Saturation Index on pH management. H...

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29:27

Dewey Case of CMAHC to Aquatic Directors: Clear Water...

Talking Pools Podcast ·

2025/11/05

Text us a pool question! 🎙️ Talking Pools Podcast – Part 1 Dewey Case of CMAHC to Aquatic Directors: Clear Water Can Still Kill Guest: Dewey Case — Technical Director, Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC); Assistant Aquatic Superintendent, Williamson County Parks & Rec, Tennessee Host: Natalie Hood (The Grit Game) Episode Length: Part 1 of 2 Episode Overview It’s Halloween on the Talking Pools Podcast, and between vegan pumpkin chili, light-up unicorn costumes, and a T-Rex

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39:14

You Don’t Get Profitable in a Fortnight

Talking Pools Podcast ·

2025/11/05

Text us a pool question! Being the boss sounds great — until payday hits and you realize your new hire just cost you more in pool shock than they’ve made you in revenue. In this episode, we strip away the Instagram gloss and talk about what it really means to grow your team. Spoiler: it’s not all high-fives and financial freedom. Sometimes it’s long days, lost profits, and teaching someone not to vacuum with the backwash line open. Shane and Lee break down the raw truth of employment — the pa...

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37:26

Leak Suspection: the diagnostic hypothesis phase of...

Talking Pools Podcast ·

2025/11/04

Text us a pool question! Swimming Pool Leak Suspection refers to the initial stage of identifying and investigating potential water loss in a swimming pool system when there is reason to believe a leak may exist. In practical terms, it means a pool owner or service technician has observed indicators suggesting abnormal water loss—such as a consistently dropping water level, air bubbles in the return lines, excessive chemical use, soggy areas around the pool, or unexplained increases in water ...

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