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
Here's Why Pool Pros Bathe in Public Spas
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Keywords
spa maintenance, water treatment, sanitization, pool care, spa treatments, bromine, chlorine, water balance, spa technology, pool service
Takeaways
Summer is approaching, and clients have varying perceptions of swimming temperatures.
Spa maintenance requires more frequent attention than regular pools due to their smaller size and higher usage.
Educating staff in front of customers can undermine trust; it's better to do it privately.
CO2 gas in carbonated drink bottles can affect water testing accuracy.
Spas can have a high bathylode, equivalent to many more people in a pool.
Regular servicing of spas is crucial to maintain water quality.
Secondary sanitizers like UV and ozone can enhance spa water treatment.
Hydrogen peroxide can be an effective sanitizer in domestic spas but not in commercial settings.
Replacing spa water regularly can be more cost-effective than treating contaminated water.
Understanding the chemistry of sanitizers is essential for effective spa maintenance.
Summary
In this conversation, the hosts discuss the nuances of spa maintenance, emphasizing the importance of regular servicing and the unique challenges posed by smaller bodies of water. They explore various sanitization methods, including bromine and chlorine, and highlight the significance of educating staff on water chemistry. The discussion also touches on innovations in spa care and the necessity of replacing spa water to maintain optimal conditions.
Sound bites
"Secondary sanitizers can enhance spa water treatment."
"Understanding the chemistry of sanitizers is essential."
"Replacing spa water regularly can be more cost-effective."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Seasonal Changes
29:46 Understanding Spa Treatments and Maintenance
39:54 Sanitization Methods for Spas
50:31 Innovations in Spa Care and Closing Thoughts
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