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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
Every Child a Swimmer with Casey McGovern
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In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, Natalie Hood and Casey McGovern discuss the critical topic of water safety and drowning prevention. They address common myths surrounding swim lessons, the importance of early education, and the need for constant supervision around water. Casey shares her personal journey as a mother of a drowning victim and her advocacy work with Every Child a Swimmer. The conversation emphasizes the importance of year-round swim lessons, the dangers of floaties, and the need for funding and resources to support water safety programs. They also highlight the necessity of normalizing discussions about water safety to prevent future tragedies.
takeaways
- Water safety is layered and often misunderstood.
- Supervision alone is not enough to prevent drowning.
- Swim lessons can start as early as six months.
- Drowning can happen quickly and silently.
- Floaties provide a false sense of security.
- Drowning risks exist beyond just pools.
- Year-round swim lessons are essential for skill retention.
- Funding for swim programs is often limited.
- Education is key to preventing drowning incidents.
- Every child deserves access to swim lessons.
Sound Bites
- "Drowning is fast and silent."
- "Invest in swim lessons early."
- "Every child can learn to swim."
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Water Safety and Myths
01:25
Casey's Personal Journey and Advocacy
04:35
The Importance of Early Swim Lessons
08:56
Understanding Drowning: Myths and Realities
12:41
Supervision and Safety Measures
19:32
Drowning Risks Beyond the Pool
24:48
The Dangers of Floaties
31:33
Year-Round Swim Lessons
37:19
Funding for Water Safety Programs
43:32
Normalizing Water Safety Conversations
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