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The DooDoo Diva"s Smells Like Money Podcast

Suzan Marie Chin-Taylor

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00:26:08

S15 E13: What Your Customers Aren't Telling You: The...

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2025/11/05

What Your Customers Aren’t Telling You: The Silence That Can Impact Your Bottom Line | Paty RubioWhat if your quiet customers are the ones most likely to leave you — without warning?In this episode of The DooDoo Diva’s Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with Patricia “Paty” Rubio, customer-insight strategist and founder of Customers Fit, to uncover the power of what your customers aren’t saying — and why silence can be the biggest threat to growth in the water, wastewater,

00:21:33

S15 E12: Because Everything is a Project: Upping Your...

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2025/10/29

In this inspiring episode of the Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor continues her conversation with Dr. Farokh Kakar, founder of Blue College, to explore one powerful truth every water professional needs to hear — everything is a project.From treatment plant operations to capital improvements, reporting, budgeting, and daily problem-solving, project management skills are at the heart of every successful career in the water and wastewater industry. Dr. Kakar shares her remarkable

00:22:56

S15 E11: Staying Ahead of the Hackers: Cybersecurity...

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2025/10/22

In this episode of The DooDoo Diva’s Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with engineer, educator, and innovator Farokh Kakar to expose the urgent cybersecurity threats facing water and wastewater utilities today. As cyberattacks on SCADA systems and public infrastructure continue to rise, Farokh explains why utilities must stay ahead of hackers—and how training, awareness, and proactive defense strategies can protect both operations and public health.Farokh also shares her

00:36:35

S15 E10: Closed End Funds: A Hidden Gem for Income...

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2025/10/15

In this episode of the Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with Steve Selengut, investment veteran and author of Retirement Money Secrets, to reveal how Closed-End Funds (CEFs) can unlock steady, tax-efficient income for entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners.💰 Discover how to make your money work smarter — not harder — by shifting from speculative growth to income-based investing. Learn how CEFs can help you build financial freedom, business stability, and long-term

00:25:12

S15 E9: Environmental Justice In Water Management...

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2025/10/08

In this powerful conclusion to our three-part series, host Suzan Chin-Taylor of The DooDoo Diva’s Smells Like Money Podcast sits down once again with Dr. Heather Fenyk, Rutgers University lecturer and President of the Lower Raritan Watershed Partnership, to explore how environmental justice, data-driven science, and green infrastructure can transform the way we manage water. 💧Together, they uncover why clean water should be recognized as a universal right, how upstream pollution affects downstream

00:21:57

S15 E8:The Power of Historic Hydrology for Flood...

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2025/10/01

In this episode of the Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor continues her insightful conversation with Dr. Heather Fenyk, Founder & Board President of the Lower Raritan Watershed Partnership. Together, they explore the fascinating world of historic hydrology—and how uncovering old maps and hidden waterways can help shape smarter decisions for today’s urban planning, stormwater management, and climate resilience.Dr. Fenyk explains how communities can use historic maps, LIDAR

00:20:53

S15 E7: Combined SSOs - Could Green Infrastructure...

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2025/09/26

Welcome to another episode of the DooDoo Divas Smells Like Money Podcast! 🌊 In this conversation, host Suzanne Chin-Taylor speaks with Dr. Heather Fenyck, lecturer at Rutgers University and founder of the Lower Raritan Watershed Partnership.We dive deep into the world of watershed management, wastewater, stormwater, and green infrastructure—and how these issues directly impact our communities, health, and environment. Dr. Fenyck shares how creative approaches like rain gardens, street trees, green

00:22:16

S15 E6: Making the "Impossible" Possible with John...

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2025/09/17

In this episode of The DooDoo Diva’s Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor continues the conversation with John Soulliere, former Director of the Desert Hot Springs Water and Sanitation District.John shares the behind-the-scenes story of how a groundbreaking community project transformed wastewater management through trust, transparency, and innovative funding. From navigating Proposition 218 to securing federal support, his team turned a once “impossible” challenge into a celebrated

00:30:05

S15 E5: Turning Over Every Rock with John Soulliere

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2025/09/12

What happens when a small, economically challenged community faces a $70 million wastewater crisis? In this episode of the Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with John Soulliere to uncover how Desert Hot Springs turned an impossible infrastructure challenge into a success story.💧 John shares how his municipal career led him into wastewater management and the pivotal role he played in protecting Desert Hot Springs’ pristine aquifers. From the city’s economic struggles and

00:41:47

S15 E4: Manhole Covers - I & I Culprit or Hero? with...

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2025/09/04

What if one of the biggest threats to our sewer systems, public health, and city budgets was something we barely notice every day? In this episode of the Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with Eric DuPre, Founder & President of Texas Infragroup, to uncover the surprising role of the manhole cover in inflow & infiltration (I&I) and sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs).💡 Learn why outdated cast iron covers are costing cities billions, how they contribute to

00:23:49

S15 E3: Getting Some Positive Publicity and Free PR...

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2025/08/27

💡 Ever wondered how to get powerful publicity without spending a fortune on ads?In this special rebroadcast of The DooDoo Diva’s Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzanne Chin-Taylor and Mary Shafer, PR & Content Director at Creative Raven, reveal insider strategies to unlock the true power of public relations.Discover why PR delivers one of the highest returns on investment in marketing, how to craft press releases that actually get published, and why case studies are the secret weapon for

00:28:28

S15 E2: Job Costing - the Key to Profitability with...

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2025/08/20

💡 Today’s episode is a special re-broadcast of one of our very first episodes—an important, evergreen conversation that many may have missed when our podcast was just starting out. We’ve dusted it off because the message is just as powerful (and necessary) today as it was then.Profitability doesn’t happen by chance—it happens by design.In this episode of The DooDoo Diva’s Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down again with industry veteran, keynote speaker, and author Jim

00:18:15

S15 E1: Profit Is Not A Dirty Word with Jim Aanderud

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2025/08/14

Today on The DooDoo Diva’s Smells Like Money Podcast, Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with Jim Aanderud, President of Permidian Technologies, to uncover why some contractors thrive financially while others struggle.Moving from a W-2 job into entrepreneurship is exciting—but without strong financial skills, profitability can be elusive. Jim, creator of the Profitability Playbook, shares why understanding money is the key to success, how to overcome the stigma around profit, and what skills every business

00:20:19

S14 E13: Stormwater Infrastructure Needs Our Love...

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2025/08/07

In this powerful episode of the Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor continues the conversation with Mike Hoffmaster, VP of OBIC Products, to expose a critical infrastructure issue hiding in plain sight—our aging and failing stormwater systems.With climate change accelerating extreme weather, storm drains across the U.S. are under immense strain. Mike shares how trenchless solutions like spray-applied polymerics, CIPP, and OBIC’s structural liners offer effective, budget-conscious

00:22:08

S14 E12: The Model for Betterment: Setting The Bar...

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2025/07/30

In this episode of the Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with Mike Hoffmaster, VP of OBIC Products, to uncover how OBIC’s unique business model is transforming the trenchless infrastructure industry. From structural liners and industrial coatings to a real 10-year warranty and rigorous installer training, OBIC isn’t just meeting expectations—they’re raising the bar.🔍 Key Highlights:- Mike’s 40-year journey through manufacturing and contracting- OBIC’s market-driven

00:23:36

S14 E11: Single vs. Dual Component Grout – A...

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2025/07/23

In this episode, we dive into the chemistry and strategy behind single vs. dual component polyurethane grouts with Charlie Lerman, Western Regional Manager at NCFI Geotechnical. From cost and equipment considerations to environmental impact and field application tips, Charlie breaks down how to choose the right grout—and why sometimes the smartest move is to use both. If you're in the wastewater or infrastructure industry, this is a must-hear masterclass in smart grouting!💡 Topics Covered-What

00:21:57

S14 E10: Hydrophilic vs Hydrophobic: Critical Nuances...

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2025/07/17

In this episode, Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with Charlie Lerman a.k.a. The Grout Geek, to demystify the real differences between hydrophilic and hydrophobic polyurethane grouts. It’s more than just water-loving vs. water-repelling—this episode dives into flexibility vs. rigidity, reaction times, environmental conditions, and why real-world field performance often differs from lab tests.Whether you're dealing with crack sealing, I&I control, or freeze-thaw environments, this episode will

00:17:09

S14 E9: Wastewater as a Precious Resource with Hye...

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2025/07/09

In this episode, Suzan continues her fascinating conversation with Hye Jin Lee to explore how the City of Chino is reimagining wastewater as a sustainable community asset. Discover how Chino built a 34-mile recycled water system over the past 30 years, now used to keep Ayala Park’s 144 acres green, support local agriculture, and earn potable water credits—all while reducing stress on regional water supplies.Learn how the city’s partnership with the Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IUA) enables

00:17:48

S14 E8: Keeping Out What Doesn't Belong with Hye Jin Lee

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2025/07/02

In this episode, we dive into how the City of Chino is transforming its aging sewer infrastructure through proactive planning and smart investments. Hye Jin Lee joins us to share how Chino is leading the way in I&I reduction by partnering with the Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA), utilizing trenchless CIPP lining, addressing lateral repairs, and conducting CCTV inspections to guide their capital projects.You'll learn how mutual aid, resident education, and real-time system data are helping

00:38:53

S14 E7: What's Your Why & Why It Matters | Smells...

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2025/06/25

In this thought-provoking episode, Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with Daniel Dominguez from the WHY Institute to discuss how discovering your WHY can revolutionize how you hire, retain, and promote talent—regardless of the industry you're in.💡 While the WHY Operating System may not be directly tied to the wastewater or infrastructure space, its impact on workplace culture, team alignment, and leadership development is powerful and far-reaching.🔍 What You’ll Learn:✅ What the WHY Institute is and

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