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Talking Pools Podcast

Rudy Stankowitz
Pool Maintenance
Water Chemistry
Chlorine
Insurance
Pool Industry
Pool Service
Mentorship
Pool Service Industry
Cyanuric Acid
Leak Detection
Pool Chemistry
Algae
Pool Inspections
Phosphates
Swimming Pools
Pool Filtration
Swimming Pool Maintenance
Total Dissolved Solids
California Pool Association
Alkalinity

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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The Liability That Could Cost You Everything

Servicing a pool is one thing.

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You rinse your dishes before putting them in the dishwasher. You wash your hands before dinner. But somehow, millions of people still jump into their swimming pools covered in sweat, sunscreen, cosmetics, body oils, grass, dirt... a... more

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New Products, Big Ideas, and Splash 2026 Preview

The countdown to Splash 2026 is on, and this week on Mondays Down Under, Lee, Shane, and Nick take a look at some of the new products and innovations expected to debut at the industr... more

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Filtros para Piscinas: Cómo Funcionan, Cómo Elegirlos y Cómo Evitar Errores Costosos

No importa qué tan perfecta sea la química del agua: si la filtración falla, la piscina también falla.

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Recent Guests

Carrie Dibrell
Senior writer at Service Industry News
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Episode: The Problems No Pool Pro Wants to Admit Exist | Carrie Dibrell, Service Industry News
Jared Madero
Regional Manager for The Grit Game, pool service and water chemistry expert
The Grit Game
Episode: That Chlorine Smell? That's You.
Mike Collins
President of Tenjam, expert in in-pool furniture design
Tenjam
Episode: The Truth About Pool Furniture with Mike Collins of Tenjam - Wednesdays
Pat Grignol
Vice President of California Pool Association
California Pool Association
Episode: Health Inspectors, Logbooks, Liability & Commercial Pools - Steve & Wayne
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
Dennis Boyd
Special guest, Watershapes University
Watershapes University
Episode: Pool Inspections Exposed - Dennis Boyd with Natalie Hood
Pat Grigno
Guest on Insurance interlude discussing AI and insurance
Episode: Is Information Generated by AI Covered by Your Insurance?

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 States7 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 States7 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 States7 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 States7 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 States7 months ago

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The Problems No Pool Pro Wants to Admit Exist | Carrie Dibrell, Service Industry News
Q: What is the biggest pool-pro problem professionals should be talking about right now?
Warranties and third-party installations from online purchases are creating friction in maintenance and livelihood; service pros need better guidance on how to handle installations and maintain integrity when homeowners buy equipment online.
The Problems No Pool Pro Wants to Admit Exist | Carrie Dibrell, Service Industry News
Q: When did you start publishing drowning-prevention materials for homeowners through your network?
We started that about 10 years ago after being invited to the NDPA conference; we published a newspaper for homeowners via service technicians and later moved to digital formats.
That Chlorine Smell? That's You.
Q: What practical steps can bathers take to improve pool water quality for everyone?
Shower before entering and shower after swimming, avoid wearing strong perfumes or colognes indoors, and rinse off any lotions or cosmetics to reduce bather load, which helps the pool chemicals work more effectively.
The Truth About Pool Furniture with Mike Collins of Tenjam - Wednesdays
Q: What are the key ergonomic features Tenjam focuses on for inclusivity?
Tenjam emphasizes contouring for a wide range of body types, lumbar support, armrests, a flat leg rest, and a social backrest angle to improve in-pool comfort for different users, including older adults.
The Truth About Pool Furniture with Mike Collins of Tenjam - Wednesdays
Q: What led Tenjam to pivot from outdoor education furniture to in-pool furniture?
The idea emerged after a sales manager suggested applying their ergonomic, durable design skills to in-pool furniture during the COVID era, with a focus on comfort and practicality for pool users and service pros.

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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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