Best Swimming Pool Tips Podcasts (2025)

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Rain Rules For Pool Pros 19:32

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17h ago19:32

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Storm clouds don’t just bring water—they rewrite your entire pool route. We dive into a practical, low-drama system for handling rain without wasting chemicals, damaging equipment, or risking your safety. From the first messy storms of the season to those frustrating back-to-back rainy Tuesdays, we share how to protect margins and maintain clean, c…

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Soak in the Best: All You Need to Know About Hot Tubs 32:17

1d ago32:17

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Jump in, the water is HOT! On this episode, producer Dee Daniels from Backyard Family Fun and Marshall Smith from Pride Pools, Spas and Leisure Products as they dive deep into the world of hot tubs. In this episode, recorded at the Claxton location, they discuss the benefits of hydrotherapy, new technologies in spa design, and the importance of sho…

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The Role of Weather in Swimming Pool Property Damage 28:12

1d ago28:12

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Pool Pros text questions here The conversation explores the complexities of insurance claims, particularly in unusual circumstances involving property damage due to weather events. The speaker shares a vivid account of a claim involving a fallen tree that caused significant damage to a pool area, illustrating the challenges faced by both homeowners…

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The Pool Tech Knowledge Guide – Volume 1 18:49

1d ago18:49

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Ever opened a pump lid and watched the pool start emptying onto the pad? We’ve been there, and today we map out the simple field habits that stop the flood, speed up service, and keep clients happy. From spotting below-waterline equipment to shutting down both sides of the system, we share practical, low-cost tricks that save a service day—think te…

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Mastering Pool Measurements: Essential Tools and Techniques 33:27

2d ago33:27

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Pool Pros text questions here In this conversation, Natalie discusses the essential tools and preparations needed for accurate pool measurements with Carl Cullers or the Grit Game. They emphasize the importance of having the right equipment, such as measuring forms, tapes, and documentation tools, to ensure a successful measurement process. Additio…

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Level Up Your Route: Scaling Like a Pro 18:55

3d ago18:55

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Ready to earn more without adding more hours to your week? We break down three practical paths pool pros use to scale: hiring your first tech with clean pricing and standards, selling select accounts for lump‑sum cash, and building passive income that compounds over time. You’ll hear the exact numbers, the customer conversations that make handoffs …

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Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast with Laura Quilter - From Masters Meet To World Stage And Reinvention In Her 30s 43:50

3d ago43:50

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Send us a text What if your fastest swim is still ahead of you? Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast sits down with New Zealand sprinter Laura Quilter, who left the sport for eight years and returned in her 30s to lay down lifetime bests—including a 25.08 in the 50 free at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore. Her story blends curiosity, self-coaching…

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Natural Pools: Healthier… or Just Trendier? 56:20

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By Rudy Stankowitz

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Insurance in the Deep End: How UPA Keeps You Afloat 36:07

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A runaway hose, a rooftop spa, and a driveway that cost $90,000 to fix—small choices can turn a routine stop into a six-figure claim. We dive into the three risks that quietly drain profits for pool professionals: water damage, chemical spills, and water chemistry mistakes. Along the way, we share hard-earned stories and the simple, repeatable habi…

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Proactive Management: Pool Business 38:19

4d ago38:19

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Pool Pros text questions here In this episode of Mondays Down Under, hosts Lee and Shane discuss the importance of self-audits in business management, particularly in the pool industry. They emphasize the need for proactive management, effective communication with staff, and the value of customer feedback. The conversation covers practical tips for…

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Insurance Horror Stories: Scared Straight! With Sean Reardon UPA 23:46

5d ago23:46

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A pool route looks peaceful from the curb, but the work sits where chemistry, electricity, plumbing, and customer trust collide. We brought on Sean Reardon, the insurance broker serving the United Pool Association, to unpack the real risks pool technicians face and why generic coverage so often misses the mark. From the UPA’s origins as a mutual su…

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Cyanuric Acid: The Most Misunderstood Chemical in Pools 52:00

8d ago52:00

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Pool Pros text questions here Rudy dives headfirst into cyanuric acid — CYA, stabilizer, conditioner — the most misquoted, weaponized, and argued-about chemical in the pool industry. He breaks down what the science actually says about HOCl in stabilized water, why that old HOCl / OCl⁻ chart belongs in a museum, how CYA really impacts ORP, TA, and L…

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Is Copper a Friend or Foe in Your Pool? – Bob Lowry Explains 21:21

8d ago21:21

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Copper promises a cleaner pool with less work, but the chemistry tells a different story. We walk through what copper really does well—suppressing algae at low levels—and where it falls short, especially on fast disinfection and heavy oxidation. If you have ever wondered why water looks clear but still isn’t truly safe, or why blond hair turns gree…

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Swim Spas: The Ultimate Guide to Installation, Features, and Year-Round Use 26:32

8d ago26:32

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In this episode of Backyard Family Fun, hosted by producer Dee Daniels and brought to you by Pride Pool, Spas, and Leisure Products, co-host Marshall Smith joins in to discuss the growing popularity and technological advancements of SWIM SPAS. The conversation covers the rise of swim spas over the past 7-10 years, highlighting their benefits for ho…

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“How Do I Cover My Ass?” Protecting Your Pool Business When a Pool is Structurally Failing 30:38

9d ago30:38

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Pool Pros text questions here In this week’s episode of Insurance Interludes, host Steve Sherwood teams up once again with Pat Grignon, Vice President of the California Pool Association (CPA), to tackle a real-world scenario hitting every service tech’s nightmare list: A failing shell. A leaking pool. Conflicting opinions. And YOU stuck in the midd…

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More Rookie Pool Chemistry Mistakes Pt.2 – Bob Lowry 18:05

9d ago18:05

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Think a four-hour pump schedule is “good enough”? We put that myth to rest with clear math, real-world examples, and a simple plan for dialing in filtration so you stop chasing cloudy water and recurring algae. With Bob Lowry in the chair, we unpack why three turnovers is the sweet spot for clarity and safety, how to measure true flow instead of gu…

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Madison Ray lifeguard historian - Hard Truths & Myths 40:51

10d ago40:51

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Pool Pros text questions here On this Wednesday episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, host Natalie Hood (Director of Education & Network Development for The Grit Game) sits down with lifeguard historian, trainer, and content creator Miss Madison Ray to pull back the curtain on what lifeguards actually do, why they’re leaving the industry, and how d…

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Rookie Pool Chemistry Mistakes Pt.1 – Bob Lowry 18:21

10d ago18:21

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Algae keeps coming back even when your test reads “plenty of chlorine”? Here’s the missing piece: cyanuric acid quietly ties up most of your free chlorine, leaving only a small slice as active HOCl. We dig into the real chemistry behind clear water, then translate the math into one simple rule you can use on every stop. We walk through the practica…

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Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast - Hitting the Fast Lane In Hong Kong with Coach Dominic Tsui 39:06

10d ago39:06

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Send us a text What does it take to build a masters swim community that actually lasts? Coach and athlete Dominic Tsui joins us to share how Fast Lane Masters in Hong Kong grew from a couple of swimmers in a rented lane into a culture-rich squad chasing podiums across Asia. From his first video analysis sessions to guiding relays that snag gold and…

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Cold Plunge Pools and Cold Water Chemistry 35:42

11d ago35:42

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Pool Pros text questions here This week, Andrea flies solo while Paulette takes a much-needed break—and the result is a fun, educational, slightly unhinged deep dive into cold water season, winter chemistry, dry skin survival, and why cold pools can actually make your job easier (yes, really). From frozen reagents to stain treatments to elderly Flo…

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Bob Lowry Explains: Cold Weather Pool Care Made Simple 22:07

11d ago22:07

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Cold water changes everything. As temperatures slide, algae take a back seat, chlorine demand dips, and the Langelier Saturation Index tilts toward corrosive—quiet shifts that can quietly chew through plaster and equipment if you are not paying attention. We sit down with industry legend Bob Lowry to map a simple, reliable winter playbook that prot…

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It Shouldn’t Take a Child’s Death to Fix Our Industry — But Here We Are 34:27

12d ago34:27

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Pool Pros text questions here This week on Mondays Down Under, Lee (Australia) and Shane (New Zealand) jump in—literally and figuratively—with a conversation that starts with cold weather swims and ends with one of the biggest training breakthroughs for the pool industry across Oceania. What was supposed to be a short topic grew into a full deep-di…

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Is It Time to Ditch Trichlor? Bob Lowry Weighs In 19:54

12d ago19:54

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Ever wondered why your chlorine test reads fine but algae still shows up? We pull back the curtain on the hidden math behind tablets, explaining how cyanuric acid quietly slows chlorine and why a “set-and-forget” trichlor program can turn into a chemistry treadmill. You’ll learn the simple 5% rule—keep free chlorine at roughly five percent of your …

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Bromide Ban & Borate Chemistry 33:38

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Pool Pros text questions here In this episode, Rudy discusses the importance of borates in pool chemistry, particularly their role in stabilizing pH levels, reducing chemical usage, and enhancing water clarity. He explains the chemistry behind borates, their effects on algae, and practical applications for pool maintenance. Additionally, Rudy addre…

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Lessons from Other Trades: What Pool Pros Can Learn 18:03

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What if the fastest way to grow your pool service isn’t a new ad, but a missed call you never return? We walk through the simple, repeatable habits top plumbers, HVAC techs, and landscapers use to win business—and show exactly how to apply them to pool care. The playbook is straightforward: answer quickly, look professional, write clear bids, and r…

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Personalized Therapy with Bullfrog Spas 31:03

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In this episode of Backyard Family Fun - brought to you by Pride, Pools, Spas and Leisure Products, producer Dee Daniels dives into the world of Bullfrog Spas with Adam Patrick, the Vice President of Sales. Adam joins the conversation from a trade show in Barcelona, Spain, and shares insight into the innovative history of Bullfrog Spas, its customi…

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Back in Our Day, Pool Techs Worked in the Rain — And Didn’t Cry About It 1:00:36

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Pool Pros text questions here In this episode, Steve Sherwood discusses the challenges of pool maintenance during rainy weather, emphasizing the importance of effective communication with clients regarding service times and expectations. He also delves into the significance of proper water testing and the differences between commercial and resident…

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Power Up Your VacDaddy: Introducing the NEW Battery 16:27

16d ago16:27

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Tired of wrestling with outlets and extension cords just to vacuum a pool? We dig into the new battery that turns the VacDaddy’s 55 GPM suction into a truly portable solution and lay out exactly where this tool shines: routine service, storm cleanups, shallow features, and green pool recoveries. Without sacrificing power, the battery removes the bi…

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Airbnbs, Fences, and Flow Rates — Yes, You’re Doing It Wrong. 30:48

16d ago30:48

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Pool Pros text questions here Mondays Down Under – Understanding Pool & Spa Standards in Australia & New Zealand This week on Mondays Down Under, Lee and Shane dive into a topic that every pool and spa professional thinks they understand—until they don’t: standards, regulations, and the rules that actually govern your work on both sides of the Tasm…

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Pool Leak Myths Millennials Love… and Why Gen X Knows Better. 38:26

16d ago38:26

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Pool Pros text questions here Welcome to an in-depth exploration of leak detection in pools, a topic that often goes unnoticed yet is crucial for any pool owner. In this blog post, we’ll highlight key insights and practical tips from a recent podcast episode featuring industry experts Natalie Hood and Jared Medeiros. Let’s dive in and unravel the m…

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The 2026 Pool Season: What You Need to Know 19:58

17d ago19:58

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Forecasts only matter when they help you make better moves. We lay out a clear-eyed view of the 2026 pool season: modest 2–3% industry growth, a slowdown in new builds, and a steady shift toward service demand—especially across apartments, HOAs, and townhome communities where shared pools are now standard amenities. If you’ve wondered whether to ra…

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Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast with Sam Williamson - From Commonwealth Rookie To World Champion 47:45

17d ago47:45

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Send us a text Sam WIlliamson joins us on Torpedo Swimtalk to discuss everything from medaling at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, to claiming the 50 breast world title in Doha. Sam walks us through the mental and technical shifts that turned nerves into a plan. He explains why the start didn’t need to be perfect, how he engineered a ruthless last 15 m…

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The Episode That Made Pool Pros Love with Their Shirts 46:15

18d ago46:15

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Pool Pros text questions here Featuring Don Douglas of Revd Up Apparel — Gold Sponsor of the Mentor of the Year Award Some episodes age like fine wine. This one… aged like a perfectly balanced LSI reading. Andrea and Paulette crack open a legendary conversation from the Talking Pools archives — the day Don Douglas of Revd Up Apparel stopped by and …

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When Your Saltwater Pool Takes a Winter Nap 18:03

18d ago18:03

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Cold water doesn’t just chill your pool—it changes how your salt system works. We break down what really happens when temperatures drop, why most cells throttle or shut off around 50 to 60 degrees, and how to keep water clear without burning through gear or cash. If you’ve ever wondered whether to pull the cell, which sanitizer to lean on, or how t…

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Clean Like a Pro with THE Shrimp KIT by The Bottom Feeder 18:49

19d ago18:49

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Looking for a faster, lighter way to vacuum pools without hauling a cart? We break down the new Shrimp kit and stack it against the trusted Bottom Feeder to help you decide what actually fits your route, your pools, and your budget. From first impressions to field use, we get specific about size, throat diameter, runtime, handling, and durability—s…

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Total Alkalinity. PLUS, Mentor of the Year REVEALED 38:06

22d ago38:06

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Pool Pros text questions here In this episode, Rudy delves into the intricacies of total alkalinity in pool chemistry, explaining its critical role in maintaining pH levels and overall water balance. He discusses the impact of carbon dioxide and borates on pool chemistry, emphasizing the importance of understanding these elements for effective pool…

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Choosing The Right Pool Vacuum System For Your Route 20:24

22d ago20:24

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If you clean pools for a living, the vacuum system you choose can either speed up your route or slow you down at every backyard gate. We break down cart-based workhorses like Riptide and Hammerhead and match them against cartless contenders including the Bottom Feeder, Shrimp, Power Vac’s relaunch, Riptide XP, and the Hammerhead Remora. You’ll hear…

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Extending Your Pool Season: Tips and Tricks with Pride Pools 33:14

22d ago33:14

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In this episode of 'Backyard Family Fun,' from Pride Pools, Spas, and Leisure Products - the Savannah location - producer Dee Daniels sits down with Co-Owner Marshall Smith to explore ways to enjoy your swimming pool throughout the fall and even the winter months. They discuss various pool heating methods like solar, natural gas, LP gas, and electr…

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Wayne’s Update, Rich Gallo’s Wisdom & Pool Biz Insights 53:51

23d ago53:51

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Pool Pros text questions here 🔑 Episode Highlights: Wayne’s Health Update & Podcast Direction Wayne shares a personal health update and how it’s shaping the future of the show. Celebrating Mentorship: Rich Gallo Named Mentor of the Year A heartfelt tribute to Rich Gallo’s impact on the pool service industry and his dedication to mentoring others. B…

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The Breakup Episode: When Customers Say “We’re Done” 21:59

23d ago21:59

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Tired of losing accounts to low-price flyers or “I’ll handle it in winter” cancellations? We share a practical retention system that keeps clients loyal by focusing on what they feel at home: fast replies, reliable visits, crystal water, and billing they can trust. No fluff—just the habits that stop churn before it starts. Water quality makes or br…

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How A 45-Pool Route Nets Real Money After Taxes 19:27

23d ago19:27

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Ever wonder what the numbers really look like behind a pool service route? We pull back the curtain with a clear, practical breakdown of a 45-pool operation charging $185 per month, then map the journey from gross revenue to true take-home pay. You’ll hear how recurring service, tight expense control, and smart tax choices can turn a four-day workw…

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How To Use Herringbone Tile For Fresh, Timeless Design 9:59

23d ago9:59

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You can’t scroll design feeds without seeing herringbone, but the real question is how to make it feel fresh in your space. We take you from big-picture design thinking to hands-on setup, sharing the layout tricks, grout choices, and smart budget moves that turn a zigzag into a polished feature. Along the way, we swap stories from the shop floor an…

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Clear Water Can Still Kill, Part 2: The Myth-Busting Conclusion with Dewey Case & Natalie Hood 29:31

24d ago29:31

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Pool Pros text questions here In this powerful conclusion to the two-part episode Clear Water Can Still Kill, Natalie Hood and Dewey Case pull back the curtain on the myths that continue to plague both residential and commercial pool operations. From chlorine “smell” misconceptions to Airbnb water safety, they challenge everything we think we know …

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Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast with Bobby Hurley - World Records To World Class Coaching 1:03:18

24d ago1:03:18

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Send us a text World champion and former short-course world record holder Bobby Hurley joins me for a ripper Torpedo Swimtalk episode — from winning the World SC 50 Back in Istanbul to racing everything from the 50 back to the 1500 free, then flipping the script as a coach and World Aquatics commentator. We get into range, resilience, and how the s…

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It’s Not Personal — It’s Just Good Business 47:00

25d ago47:00

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Pool Pros text questions here Welcome back to the Talking Pools Podcast — We're opening up the vault and this one snuck out! The real-life challenges and strategies shaping the pool industry. I’m Rudy, here with the always insightful Andrea, and today we’re tackling a topic that every pool pro eventually has to face: how to handle price increases w…

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The Spare Parts Episode: Be Ready for Anything 18:31

25d ago18:31

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Ever finish a stop, glance at the truck, and realize you’re down to one gallon of chlorine with six pools to go? That pit-in-the-stomach moment is avoidable, and we walk through a field-tested system to keep your route moving without last-minute supplier runs or apologetic reschedules. Our goal is simple: turn your truck and garage into a lean, rel…

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Push suppliers to own issues 32:12

26d ago32:12

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Pool Pros text questions here Lee’s back on home turf (and grand-dad duty) and Shane’s in the chair from New Zealand for a lively episode that starts with a wild Guy Fawkes blackout story and lands on a pressing industry issue: two major distributors have exited the NZ market, leaving pros scrambling for parts, warranties, and sensible logistics. I…

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Winter Is Not a Vacation for Your Pool 17:52

26d ago17:52

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Cold weather doesn’t put a year‑round pool on pause—it rewrites the playbook. We walk through the real rules of winter care for open pools in warmer regions, showing you how to keep water clear, equipment safe, and surfaces protected when temperatures drop. From algae myths to smarter chemistry, you’ll get a practical framework you can use the same…

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Is Your Pool Truck a DOT Violation Waiting to Happen 32:24

27d ago32:24

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Pool Pros text questions here What starts as a casual “round two” turns into one of the most important — and hilarious — conversations pool pros need to hear. Rudy and Andrea dive deep into DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements for pool service trucks, and what every tech should know before hitting the road loaded with chemicals in this #…

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Off-Season Hustle: Remodeling, Beta Tests & Big Things Ahead 25:35

28d ago25:35

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Pool Pros text questions here Hey Pool Pros! We’re back with another Talking Pools Podcast episode from the vault, and this time it's featuring your favorite duo — Kelli and Dan — and trust us, this one’s got it all. Dan’s been burning the candle at both ends with office remodels, travel chaos, and prep for the Atlantic City Pool & Spa Show, while …