Podcast Episodes

Tim Bolden: Navy Discipline, Pool Butler Growth, and Gen Z’s Take on Work-Life Balance

Season 5 Episode 855

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In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, Rudy Stankowitz interviews Tim Bolden of the Pool Butler. They discuss Tim's journey from the Navy to leading a successful pool s…

Published on 4 weeks, 2 days ago

What Jersey Got Right and Florida Still Doesn’t Get

Season 5 Episode 854

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In this episode, Steve and Wayne—the Talking Pools Podcast’s own dynamic duo—compare notes on closing pools from coast to coast. Steve draws on his years of experience in New …

Published on 1 month ago

Mentors Speak, Leslie’s Reacts, and Sarah Creates

Season 5 Episode 853

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This week’s episode is a little bit of everything — industry insight, real talk, and a peek behind the curtain of what’s happening with the people who keep this trade moving f…

Published on 1 month ago

The Chloramine Chronicles: Breaking Down Monochloramine, Dichloramine & Trichloramine

Season 5 Episode 852

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In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Andrea and Paulette dive into the often-misunderstood world of chloramines—the compounds that cause everything from pool odor to …

Published on 1 month ago

When the SH!T Hits the FAN

Season 5 Episode 851

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This week, Lee and Shane dive into one of the most frustrating—and head-scratching—realities of running a pool service company: employees who decide to quit right in the middl…

Published on 1 month ago

Pool Industry Innovations and Challenges with John Poma

Season 5 Episode 850

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In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, host Rudy Stankowitz interviews John Poma, a prominent figure in the pool industry. They discuss the Alum-CyA removal method, Joh…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

Stains and Solutions

Season 5 Episode 849

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In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, hosts Steve and Wayne delve into the complexities of pool staining, focusing on metal stains and their causes, including the impa…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

Alkalinity Deconstructed w/ Sarah the Pool Girl

Season 5 Episode 848

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In this conversation, Sarah and Andrew discuss the importance of alkalinity in water chemistry, particularly in pools. They explore the different types of alkalinity, how to m…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

Phosphates, Salt Cells & the ‘Cloudy Test’ Myth (+ a quick AI cameo)

Season 5 Episode 847

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Hosts: Andrea & Paulette
Cameo: Rudy with Joe Trusty (Pool Magazine / PoolMarketing.com)
Sponsor: Revvdup Apparel

Andrea and Paulette kick off with shop talk, cooler temps, and…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

If you don't ask, you don't get

Season 5 Episode 846

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In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, Lee and Shane discuss the onset of spring and the busy season for pool maintenance. They explore the importance of heating soluti…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago