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Rule Your Pool

Eric Knight
Water Chemistry
Pool Chemistry
Orenda Technologies
Swimming Pools
Cyanuric Acid
Water
Chlorine
Alkalinity
Watershape University
Pool Maintenance
Water Quality
Langlier Saturation Index
Ph Levels
Corrosion
Chloramines
Pool Industry
Chlorides
Pool Construction
Indoor Air Quality
Swimming

Rule Your Pool is a podcast by Orenda Technologies. This show was created for pool owners, operators, and service pros who want the best water quality possible. If you want to know what's really going on with your swimming pool chemistry, this might be the podcast for you. Each week, we'll cover a new topic related to swimming pools, water chemistry, or indoor air quality. With our help, you'll be... more

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[00:00] - Intro

[02:20] - Soda ash vs. Sodium bicarbonate

[04:51] - Alkalinity article by Kim Skinner (onBalance)

[07:51] - Orenda Chemiculator® accuracy

[10:26] - Closing

Read Kim Skinner's article HERE.

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[00:00] - Intro

[01:59] - The Montana Pool Season

[04:39] - What White Water Mold Looks Like

[06:02] - Breaking down CYA

[10:12] - How to Prevent White Water Mold

[13:57] - Chemistry of Breaking Down CYA

[18:27] - Challenges of Pool Care in Mon... more

[00:00] - Intro

[01:03] - Self Awareness

[05:46] - Why I chose to join Pool Brain

[08:47] - Addressing our industry's turnover problem

[14:19] - Motivation when changing companies

[17:57] - What I'll be doing at Pool Brain

[20:48] - Closing

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[00:00] - Intro

[01:15] - What are parasites?

[07:04] - How to kill parasites, and debunking myths

[11:24] - The 2026 Cyclospora outbreak

[22:06] - Comparing food-borne illnesses and severity

[30:20] - Eric's near-death Cyclospora experience

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Recent Guests

John Davidson
Owner of Five Star Pool and Spa
Five Star Pool and Spa
Episode: White Water Mold and Disappearing CYA (w/ John Davidson)
Roy Vore
Microbiologist and parasite expert
Independent (guest on episode)
Episode: Understanding Parasites (w/ Roy Vore, Ph.D.)
David Watson
Pool consultant and CO2 expert
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Episode: Pool Chemistry Down Under (w/ David Watson)
Bill Khamis
Founder of Thursday Pools
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Episode: Fiberglass Pool Chemistry (w/ Bill Khamis)
Matt Mueller
Operator of a reverse osmosis service in Southern California
California Pool Company / California Pool Company for Reverse Osmosis
Episode: Reverse Osmosis (RO) Filtration (w/ Matt Mueller)
Keegan Rivera
Engineer, founder of Personalized Pool (My Pool Plan)
Personalized Pool
Episode: Personalized Pool Chemistry (w/ Keegan Rivera)
Davis Tarwater
Olympian swimmer and Swim School entrepreneur
Safe Splash Swim School (franchisee)
Episode: Swim School Chemistry (w/ Olympian Davis Tarwater)
Rob Romano
Representative from David Cook Plastering Company
David Cook Plastering Company
Episode: Winterizing Pools Against Crystals (w/ Rob Romano and Bill Drakeley)
Bill Drakeley
Co-founder of Watershape University
Watershape University
Episode: Winterizing Pools Against Crystals (w/ Rob Romano and Bill Drakeley)

Host

Eric Knight
Host of Rule Your Pool

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 183 ratings
  • Thanks for the Help!

    I have enjoyed learning from you guys. Thank you for all your help with keeping my pool nice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nielsongal
    United Statesa year ago
  • Swim Happy CA Loves Orenda

    Orenda Technologies’ podcasts are a must-listen for anyone in the pool industry or passionate about water chemistry! They break down complex topics into simple, practical insights that are easy to understand and apply. I appreciate the real-world examples, the focus on education and their commitment to helping pool professionals like me maintain safer, more efficient pools. Each episode is packed with valuable information, and I’ve gained a deeper understanding of water balance and how to apply ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    samuELservin
    United States2 years ago
  • Great show

    All Pool Owners and Pro’s should listen to this show. So informative and fun. The episode with Rowdy Gains was Awesome

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C grams
    United States2 years ago
  • Thanks!

    As a guy who snagged a job with a pool service company but got next to no training, this is a tremendous resource! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Poolboy999
    Canada3 years ago
  • Love it

    Can’t wait to see you at the Long Beach show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Comander Mark
    United States3 years ago

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listeners appreciate practical, real-world examples and actionable takeaways.
The show teaches complex water chemistry in an easy-to-understand way for pros and homeowners alike.
Episodes are informative, with strong scientific grounding and helpful product/company context.
The host encourages questions and provides educational resources, which listeners value.

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White Water Mold and Disappearing CYA (w/ John Davidson)
Q: How does cyanuric acid interact with this mold and affect CYA tests and chlorine usage?
The mold can break down CYA into intermediates like biuret and further into ammonia and nitrates, which then interact with chlorine to form combined chlorine; this can lower measured CYA on tests and create the illusion that CYA has disappeared even as the mold continues to affect the system.
White Water Mold and Disappearing CYA (w/ John Davidson)
Q: What exactly is white water mold and why is it so tricky to deal with in pools?
White water mold is a dense, mucus-like biofilm housing a fungal-like organism that feeds on organics and nitrogen; the biofilm is highly chlorine-resistant, so you must break it up with brushing and then address the biofilm with chlorine and enzymes to expose and kill the organism.
Understanding Parasites (w/ Roy Vore, Ph.D.)
Q: What exactly is a parasite and how does Cyclospora differ from other germs and viruses that make us sick?
Parasites are small eukaryotic organisms that need a host to reproduce and survive; Cyclospora has a protective oocyst shell and requires maturation outside the host before it can cause infection, unlike Cryptosporidium which is infectious immediately after contamination.
Reverse Osmosis (RO) Filtration (w/ Matt Mueller)
Q: How does the RO trailer actually interact with a residential pool during a treatment?
The trailer pulls water from the pool through an inlet hose, processes it through high-pressure membranes, and returns purified water to the pool while sending a small amount of waste to a drain; depth, dilution, and TDS are controlled to achieve target water quality.
Reverse Osmosis (RO) Filtration (w/ Matt Mueller)
Q: You've been in the pool industry for a long time—what led you to adopt RO filtration?
A combination of high calcium in the tap water and regulatory/drainage constraints pushed me to seek alternatives; RO offered a way to purify pool water without draining, fitting well with drought conditions and busy service routes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rule Your Pool

What is Rule Your Pool about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, chemistry-forward show for pool owners, operators, and service pros that breaks down water chemistry concepts with real-world applications. Episodes span CO2-based pH control, alkalinity management, LSI fundamentals, RO water treatment, fiberglass pool chemistry, and the economics of industrial-grade solutions, all taught through accessible explanations, demos, and industry anecdotes. The host tends to emphasize education, safety, and cost efficiency while demystifying complex science, making it valuable for listeners who want to improve water quality without over-treating or overspending. A notable strength is the consistent fusion of rigorous science with actionable tips, guest expertise, and vendor-context discussions that h... more

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2. Roy Vore
3. David Watson
4. Bill Khamis
5. Matt Mueller
6. Keegan Rivera
7. Davis Tarwater
8. Rob Romano

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