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!
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Talking Pools Podcast
Push suppliers to own issues
Lee’s back on home turf (and grand-dad duty) and Shane’s in the chair from New Zealand for a lively episode that starts with a wild Guy Fawkes blackout story and lands on a pressing industry issue: two major distributors have exited the NZ market, leaving pros scrambling for parts, warranties, and sensible logistics.
In this episode
- Cold open: A powder-monkey grandad, one huge bang, and parts of Melbourne go dark 😳
- NZ shake-up: Two big distributors stop supplying nationwide—what that means for warranties, spare parts, and service timelines.
- Reality check on freight: When a book of stickers costs $20 to ship, what will a pump or salt cell run?
- What to tell customers: Bulk email blast or handle it case-by-case? Lee explains why targeted, honest comms win.
- Owning the problem: Why suppliers should proactively notify recalls/faults (shout-out to Fluidra for doing it right).
- When brands fold: Lessons from the Poolrite era—who actually carries the warranty, and how pros protected clients (and their own reputations).
- Smart playbook:
- Vet suppliers for staying power, not just long warranties.
- Consider buying groups to consolidate freight.
- Explore becoming a local warranty station to turn pain into pipeline.
Key takeaways
- Don’t panic-email your whole book—inform affected clients individually with options and realistic timelines.
- Push suppliers to own known issues and send parts proactively; it saves everyone’s face.
- Strength in numbers: coordinate orders and freight with nearby companies.
- A long warranty is meaningless if the brand won’t be around to honor it.
Got a topic, tip, or rant?
Email: talkingpools@gmail.com
— Rudy will route it to the right crew.
Happy Monday, and stay safe out there!
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