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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
Color in pool water is a symptom, not a diagnosis
In this conversation, Rudy Stankowitz delves into the complexities of pool chemistry, particularly focusing on the role of copper and hydrogen peroxide in water treatment. He revisits a previous episode on ORP (Oxidation-Reduction Potential) and discusses the implications of misdiagnosing pool issues based on color alone. Stankowitz emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying chemical conditions rather than relying solely on visual symptoms. He provides insights into how copper behaves in pool water, the effects of pH changes, and the common mistakes made in diagnosing and treating copper stains. The conversation culminates in a call for better questions and a deeper understanding of pool chemistry to improve industry practices.
Takeaways
The industry improves by revisiting ideas with better questions.
Copper chemistry is complex and often misunderstood.
Color in pool water is a symptom, not a diagnosis.
Hydrogen peroxide behaves differently than chlorine in pools.
Misdiagnosing copper as algae can lead to incorrect treatments.
pH changes can significantly affect copper behavior in water.
Copper can exist in multiple forms, each with different implications.
Understanding chemical conditions is crucial for effective pool maintenance.
ORP readings can be misleading without context.
Good operators pressure test their explanations rather than protect them.
Sound bites
"A green algae pool is cloudy and opaque."
"Copper can be blue, it can be green."
"Copper doesn't show up. Copper waits."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Acknowledgments
00:19 Revisiting the ORP Episode
01:25 Understanding Copper Chemistry
04:38 The Role of Hydrogen Peroxide
08:50 Misunderstanding Copper in Pools
14:43 Diagnosing Copper Stains
19:35 The Effects of pH on Copper
26:13 Complexities of Copper Staining
29:50 Conclusion and Key Takeaways
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