Talking Pools Podcast
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. The network was created to level up the pool industry with real-world conversations on water chemistry, filtration, troubleshooting, construction, safety, and the business side of keeping pools open and budgets intact.
Here’s the hook: it’s not theory-first. It’s experience-first—a roster of seasoned pros (with 250+ years of combined “been there, fixed that” wisdom) turning complicated problems into practical moves you can use the same day. And it’s not one voice, one vibe, one corner of the industry: it’s a network of shows designed to reflect how diverse this work really is—different regions, different specialties, different personalities.
Also worth saying out loud: women aren’t “special guests” here—they’re on the mic as hosts, from the beginning, with an intentionally balanced roster. That matters, because the best ideas in this industry don’t come from one lane—they come from the whole road.
If you want a podcast that can make you laugh and make you better at what you do—without pretending the job is easier than it is—Talking Pools is the one you queue up before the first stop, and keep on when the day starts getting weird.
Talking Pools Podcast
I Got it In The POOL: Diseases that Itch
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Episode Title: Thursdays with Stephen Wane - Health and Safety in Recreational Water
Date: January 21, 2025
Hosts: Stephen Wane and Steve Sherwood
Introduction:
- Stephen welcomes everyone to the podcast and emphasizes the importance of health and safety in recreational water.
- The episode focuses on the potentially harmful contaminants found in both residential and commercial pools.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Introduction to Waterborne Illnesses:
- Overview of common waterborne illnesses and their impact on health.
- Understanding Norovirus and Its Transmission:
- Discussion on the prevalence of norovirus, especially on the East Coast.
- Personal anecdotes from Steve about friends and families affected by norovirus.
- The Risks of Contaminated Water:
- Explanation of how contaminated water can lead to various illnesses.
- Importance of maintaining clean and safe water in pools and spas.
- Sanitation Practices in Pools and Spas:
- Effective sanitation practices to prevent the spread of illnesses.
- Role of chlorine in water treatment and its importance.
- Debating Chlorine Types and Their Effects:
- Comparison of different types of chlorine and their effectiveness.
- Practical tips for pool maintenance and handling pool chemicals safely.
- Norovirus and Pool Safety:
- Specific measures to prevent norovirus outbreaks in pools.
- Importance of adhering to commercial pool standards and practices.
- Traveling as a Pool Professional:
- Insights into the life of a pool professional and the challenges they face.
- Understanding business expenses in pool maintenance.
Conclusion:
- Stephen and Steve wrap up the episode by reiterating the importance of health and safety in recreational water.
- Encouragement to listeners to stay informed and practice good sanitation habits.
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