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Talking Pools Podcast

Rudy Stankowitz
Pool Maintenance
Water Chemistry
Chlorine
Insurance
Pool Industry
Mentorship
Cyanuric Acid
Pool Service
Pool Service Industry
Pool Chemistry
Leak Detection
Algae
Customer Service
Pool Inspections
Water Testing
Phosphates
Swimming Pools
Swimming Pool Maintenance
Total Dissolved Solids
Commercial Pools

If you’ve ever stared at a test kit like it personally insulted your family… welcome home.

Talking Pools Podcast is the pool industry’s “pull up a chair” show—part shop talk, part field manual, part therapy session—built for people who actually live on pool decks: commercial operators, service techs, builders, facility managers, and anyone responsible for water that can’t afford to go sideways. T... more

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En este episodio, Rudy responde una pregunta que recibe con frecuencia en el campo: ¿cuánta tierra de diatomeas (DE) debe agregarse realmente a un filtro después de una limpieza completa? A través de un enfoque práctico y fácil de e... more

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In this thought-provoking Floc It Friday episode, Rudy Stankowitz takes a step away from chemistry myths, manufacturer sound-offs, and social media debates to explore a topic that has generated considerable discussion in both the po... more

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This week on the Talking Pools Podcast, Wayne Ivusich and Steve Sherwood take listeners on a journey through some of the strangest, funniest, and most unforgettable experiences pool professionals encounter in the field. What begins ... more

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In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, host Natalie Hood sits down with Michael Thill, Regional Sales Manager with The Grit Game, to tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding sales, distribution, retail operations... more

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Pat Grignol
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Adam Beach
Founder and CEO of PoolBrain
PoolBrain
Episode: PoolBrain Pulls Back the Curtain on the Future of Pool Service Operations
Fred Ross
Founder/CEO of a large West Coast pool service operation; former tech executive with background in transportation and data centers
Independent pool service with commercial focus
Episode: AI, Automation, and the Future of the Pool Industry with Special Guest Fred Ross
John Harding
Industry stalwart, chemistry expert, long-time business friend of the hosts
Lo-Chlor
Episode: Wellness Water, Cold Plunges & The Future of Spa Care with John Harding - Mondays Down Under
Pat Grigno
Guest on Insurance interlude discussing AI and insurance
Episode: Is Information Generated by AI Covered by Your Insurance?
Dennis Boyd
WaterShape University faculty member, accredited instructor through IASET, certified pool inspector, owner of Pro Pool Inspectors LLC
Pro Pool Inspectors LLC / WaterShape University
Episode: 10 Myths About Pool Inspections Debunked by Industry Expert Dennis Boyd - Wednesdays
Heidi Weeks
HR specialist and co-founder of Peppermint HR
Peppermint HR
Episode: Mastering HR in Small Pool Businesses - Mondays Down Under
Nicholas L. Gavin
Gavin, Petty Officer, First Class, United States Coast Guard recruiter
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Jules The Pool Girl
Contributor featured in sponsor segment
Episode: Cyanuric Acid Isn’t Sunscreen… It’s a Regulator - Rudy

Hosts

Andrea
Host on Talking Pools Podcast with a strong emphasis on safety, chemistry, and practical industry guidance.
Natalie Hood
Host with background in education and industry perspectives, contributes to safety and regulatory discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 160 ratings
  • Adam L

    It’s great having true industry professionals on talking pools! This allows a real grassroots approach and depth to the discussions!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cavalier2112
    United States6 months ago
  • Informative!

    Favorite podcast! Love listening to Natalie! Podcasts are informative. She and her guests actually make it fun to listen! Look forward to more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lori-pierce77
    United States6 months ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Great variety of topics and guests. I especially enjoy Natalie on the Wednesday shows. The “Myth Busting” was fun to listen to them delve into the misperceptions out there!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PoolGuyTJW
    United States6 months ago
  • A must listen!!!

    So much amazing information packed into a podcast. Love that it is for pool pros by pool pros.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alan Pool Pro
    United States6 months ago
  • Genuinely Helpful, Unexpected Funny

    Every time I’ve listened to an episode of Talking Pools Podcast I’ve learned something, even when I wasn’t expecting to. But I’ve also found myself laughing out loud at the wit of different hosts (Rudy Reviews are always insightful and smile worthy) and the wildly ridiculous songs (ridiculous in ALL the right ways). Recently I’ve been hooked on the Myth Busting episodes with Natalie Hood (haven’t missed one yet) and am looking forward to when Rudy and Natalie pair up for an episode. 10/10 would ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laci Davis
    United States6 months ago

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#73
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#120
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PoolBrain Pulls Back the Curtain on the Future of Pool Service Operations
Q: How does PoolBrain impact technician workload and customer communication in practice?
By automating calculations and dosing steps, technicians spend less time on chemical math and more time on service quality. The platform also automates customer emails and enables a self-serve portal with photos and reports, improving transparency and reducing costly service calls.
PoolBrain Pulls Back the Curtain on the Future of Pool Service Operations
Q: What makes the LSI-based dosing update different from prior methods, and why is it a game-changer?
LSI-based dosing is automated to follow a user-defined training path, reducing the need for weeks of hands-on technician training and allowing for consistent dosing across diverse pools. PoolBrain's Arenda calculator integration ensures dosing aligns with established chemistry models while enabling safeguards and flexibility for different environments.
PoolBrain Pulls Back the Curtain on the Future of Pool Service Operations
Q: Can you give our listeners a brief history of how PoolBrain started and why you pursued this path?
Adam described growing a pool company, hitting efficiency and growth bottlenecks, and realizing software was the missing lever. He built PoolBrain to automate the recurring, error-prone tasks that cost time and money, starting from his own field experience and expanding into a system designed around the industry's real needs.
Here's What Every Pool Service Company is MISSING - Steve
Q: How should a service company handle leak detection when they suspect a pool is leaking?
Inspect the pool with basic checks, perform a bucket test, then engage a dedicated leak-detection professional; coordinate pricing and ensure you retain control of the process and client relationships while building reliable partnerships.
Here's What Every Pool Service Company is MISSING - Steve
Q: What should a pool service company do first when it discovers a hazard or code violation at a commercial pool?
Document the hazard in writing, communicate it to the owner, and aim to get a formal acknowledgment that the issue will be fixed, while preparing to escalate to a certified letter if the issue drags on.

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This show targets pool pros with an experience-first focus, delivering practical, real-world conversations on water chemistry, safety, filtration, construction, and the business side of running pools. Episodes mix technical deep-dives with field-tested tactics, industry news, and mentorship moments, featuring a rotating slate of accomplished guests and a balanced, inclusive hosting team. Listeners are likely practitioners who want actionable takeaways they can apply the same day, with a preference for no-nonsense guidance over theory-only discussions and an emphasis on safety, regulation, and hands-on problem solving.

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1. The Pool Guy Podcast Show
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1. Pat Grignol
2. Adam Beach
3. Fred Ross
4. John Harding
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7. Heidi Weeks
8. Nicholas L. Gavin

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