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
This Is Your Brain on Pools: Gen X vs Gen Z
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In this engaging conversation, Sarah and Rudy explore a variety of topics ranging from the pool industry to 80s pop culture references. They share insights about their experiences in the field, discuss nostalgic catchphrases, and delve into the evolution of slang over the decades. The light-hearted banter and humor make for an entertaining and informative session that highlights the connections between past and present cultural phenomena.
takeaways
- Rudy shares his experiences in the pool industry since 1991.
- The conversation includes fun references to 80s pop culture.
- Catchphrases from the past are explored and explained.
- The significance of slang and its evolution is discussed.
- Rudy and Sarah connect their experiences through shared cultural references.
- The impact of chemicals like Simazine on pool maintenance is mentioned.
- Humor plays a key role in their discussion of nostalgic topics.
- The importance of understanding generational slang is highlighted.
- They plan to explore Gen Z slang in future conversations.
- The conversation wraps up with a promise for more engaging discussions.
Sound Bites
- "Cowabunga!"
- "Cool your pits."
- "Bag your face."
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
02:44
Pool Industry Insights
10:13
80s Pop Culture References
12:36
Catchphrases and Their Origins
15:10
Exploring Iconic Quotes
17:30
Generational Slang and Its Evolution
19:49
Fun with Language and Expressions
21:57
Wrap-Up and Future Conversations
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Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com
