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
Talking Pools Origins
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A look back at the first episode of the Talking Pools Podcast...
In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, hosts Rudy Stankowitz and Andrea Nannini reflect on the challenges currently facing the pool industry, particularly focusing on the chlorine shortage and its implications. They discuss the panic purchasing behavior of consumers, the impact of the Texas freeze on supply chains, and the ongoing difficulties in sourcing essential pool parts. The conversation also touches on the myths surrounding the chlorine shortage and the potential long-term effects on the industry.
Takeaways
The podcast started with basic equipment and no editing skills.
Current shortages in the pool industry include chlorine and gas.
The chlorine tablet shortage is affecting pool maintenance significantly.
Panic purchasing has exacerbated the chlorine shortage.
The increase in pool installations last year has led to higher chlorine demand.
The Texas freeze impacted the supply chain for pool equipment.
There are ongoing challenges in sourcing pool parts and equipment.
Consumers are frustrated with the lack of available products.
The chlorine shortage is compared to past shortages like toilet paper.
There are myths surrounding the chlorine shortage that need to be addressed.
Sound bites
"This is where it all started."
"There's a run on salt generators."
"Prepare yourself for what?"
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Chlorine Crisis
01:08 Impact of Shortages on Pool Service
03:45 Chlorine Tablet Shortage Explained
07:48 Panic Purchasing and Its Consequences
10:00 Comparing Shortages: Chlorine vs. Toilet Paper
13:42 The Role of Distribution and Supply Chain
17:14 Future Implications for Pool Service
21:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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