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Talking Pools Podcast
Forget chasing chlorine headaches and battling algae wars alone. The Talking Pools Podcast is your weekly escape from pool purgatory, where 250+ years of combined pro wisdom explodes into actionable hacks, mind-blowing tips, and secrets so ancient they make Poseidon jealous.
Think of it as your weekly poolside braintrust, fueled by eight seasoned pros, each a rockstar in their own aquatic lane. Got a filtration fiasco? Chemical conundrum? Equipment enigma? No problem. We've got a host for that:
- The Tech Titan: Unravels the mysteries of pumps, filters, and gizmos that make pools tick (without the electrical shocks).
- The Chem Crusader: Your personal alchemist, whipping up potion-perfect water balance with a dash of science and a sprinkle of magic.
- The Maintenance Maverick: From tile tricks to algae assassins, he's got the lowdown on keeping your pool looking like a liquid emerald palace.
- The Customer Calmer: Smooths ruffled feathers faster than a pool noodle bouquet, turning hangry homeowners into poolside pals.
But Talking Pools isn't just about technical wizardry. It's about camaraderie, the shared language of pool pros who've seen it all, from exploding filters to synchronized swimming squirrels (no, really, we had an episode!).
Every week, you'll:
- Steal game-changing secrets: Learn pro-grade hacks to make you the "Pool Whisperer" in your market
- Laugh until you spit out your piña colada: These guys are as witty as they are wise, turning pool problems into poolside punchlines.
- Get ahead of the curve: Stay on top of industry trends and tech before your competitors even smell the chlorine.
- Feel the love (and the sunshine): Remember why you got into this business in the first place – the joy of creating backyard oases where memories are made.
So, ditch the Drano, grab your headphones, and dive into the Talking Pools Podcast. It's your weekly dose of poolside wisdom, laughter, and community. We'll see you on the flip side!
P.S. Subscribe now and you might just win a case of pool party essentials (floaties not included, sorry squirrels).
P.P.S. Tell your pool-loving friends – sharing knowledge is like sharing sunscreen, it protects everyone!
Talking Pools Podcast
The Episode That Made Pool Pros Love with Their Shirts
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 changed the way the pool industry thinks about clothes, branding, and what “professional” really looks like in the field.
This isn’t just an interview.
It’s an origin story.
It’s a cautionary tale.
It’s a fashion show, a chemistry class, and a public service announcement wrapped in laughs and storytelling the way only Andrea and Paulette can deliver.
And yes — Revd Up Apparel is also a proud Gold Sponsor of the Talking Pools Mentor of the Year Award. The company that built chemical-resistant gear for pool pros is also helping build the next generation of leaders. That connection hits different now.
🌊 Episode Overview
Don takes us back to the beginnings of Revd Up Apparel — before the fulfillment center, before the fan-favorite custom jerseys, before they were outfitting half the industry — to the moment he realized pool techs deserved gear that could survive chlorine splashes, muriatic acid droplets, and the occasional “customer who swears their dog doesn’t bite.”
Andrea and Paulette take the conversation into beautifully chaotic territory, weaving together topics every pool pro deals with:
💧 Chemical safety myths that need to die already
💧 The hair-care advice every parent wishes they learned sooner
💧 Why pre-wetting your hair is the unsung hero of avoiding green-tips
💧 Branding as a small pool business: looking legit vs. looking lost
💧 Why your shirt shouldn’t bleach faster than your chlorine does
There’s education, heart, and a little “pool-pro trauma bonding,” the kind that makes our industry one big family.
🔥 Listener Takeaways (Emotion First, Info Always)
- Your uniform matters more to your brand than your truck wrap. Don explains why custom, chemical-resistant apparel can make even a one-person route look like a franchise.
- Revd Up Apparel isn’t just selling shirts — they’re solving problems pool pros have lived with for decades.
- Never, ever mix unknown chemicals. The stories shared in this episode might tighten your stomach. They’re meant to.
- Pool safety is everyone’s job — Andrea and Paulette speak from experience, urging listeners to watch the water, trust their gut, and speak up.
- Hair care isn’t vanity — it’s chemistry. Pre-wetting hair reduces metal absorption and chlorine-related discoloration.
- Parents: listen closely. Your awareness around the pool is the most important piece of safety equipment your child has.
- You can order a single shirt. Revd Up’s fulfillment model is built for both big teams and solo operators.
- Your appearance sets the tone. Pool pros don’t just maintain water — they maintain trust.
🎨 Design Contest Alert!
This episode originally launched the now-legendary Revd Up listener design contest. If you weren’t around then, you’ll understand why it became a fan favorite. Think crea
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