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
Deadly Wildlife causes of Pool Failures
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In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics ranging from the impact of natural disasters in Australia, including cyclones and floods, to the unique challenges posed by the country's deadly wildlife. They delve into the intricacies of pool maintenance, particularly the complications that arise from combining spas and pools, and share insights on software solutions for managing pool services. The conversation also covers the importance of using the right adhesives in pool construction and the pitfalls of poor landscaping choices around pools. The episode concludes with a call for community engagement and sharing experiences related to pool maintenance.
takeaways
- Australia faces frequent natural disasters like cyclones and floods.
- The funnel-web spider is one of the most venomous creatures in Australia.
- Pool maintenance can be complicated by the presence of spas.
- Using the right adhesive is crucial for pool repairs.
- Landscaping choices can significantly impact pool maintenance.
- Software solutions can streamline pool management processes.
- Understanding water chemistry is essential for pool and spa combinations.
- Community engagement is important for sharing maintenance challenges.
- Proper installation techniques can prevent future pool issues.
- Awareness of local wildlife is necessary for safety.
Sound Bites
- "It's amazing we have a tourism industry at all."
- "It's not as scary as that if you wanted to move."
- "You want small chunks, put that down on there."
- "It's much easier to deal with a thousand liters."
- "The pH in the spa is extremely low."
- "We could have just let it go on and on and on."
- "The whole thing's just a train wreck."
- "We all suffer the same influences of landscaping."
Chapters
00:00
Weather Woes and Natural Disasters
02:55
Australia's Deadly Creatures
06:06
Pool Maintenance Challenges
09:00
The Dangers of Spa and Pool Combinations
11:48
Software Solutions for Pool Management
15:06
Adhesives and Repairs in Pool Construction
18:01
Landscaping Nightmares
20:54
Final Thoughts and Community Engagement
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