Best Pool Builder Podcasts (2026)

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Texas Swim Up Ventures: Pool Builder Plano TX | Custom Pools Collin County 7:49

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10d ago7:49

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Visit https://texasswimupventures.com or call (469) 584-4751 to learn more about Texas Swim Up Ventures, the top pool builder serving Plano TX and all of Collin, Denton, and Rockwall Counties in North Texas. Are you searching for a quality pool builder in Plano TX? Texas Swim Up Ventures specializes in creating stunning custom pools and plunge pool…

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Before Your Pool Builder Buys a Private Jet With Your Deposit 7:49

23d ago7:49

7:49

In this short episode, Jason records from a Florida beach and explains why a simple 15-minute paid consultation can make a huge difference before your pool project goes sideways. If you’re worried about scams, half-finished jobs, or a “licensed” contractor who suddenly goes quiet, a focused consult lets you: Run a line from your contract past a lic…

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07: Coulrophobia 39:02

26m ago39:02

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We've got it all - running water in the urinal, personal agency and a 7th watch of Joker 2. Tim and Guy examine the brutal reality of the seven times at the trough. Stuffed, so completely, with Joker 2. Monty is steadfast in his belief that he simply will not be bossed around by this movie, and breaks down (with the detail and vocabulary of a decad…

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Selling Outcomes, Ryan Walker Part ll 35:17

39m ago35:17

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Pool Pros text questions here In the conclusion of Natalie Hood’s conversation with Ryan Walker, the focus shifts from “selling pool stuff” to selling outcomes: experience, lifestyle, confidence, and trust. This episode pulls the curtain back on what’s really happening in today’s retail and builder sales environment—homeowners aren’t shopping local…

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Thanks for supporting the show! Gearing up for making 2026 full of Sleepy Joy and Delight 5:05

1d ago5:05

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If Sleep With Me has changed your Sleep and you listen on a regular basis please consider supporting the show. New subscribers: 20% off for 3 months Promotion link: https://sleepwithmepodcast.com/plus Gift purchase subscription: 20% off (for subscribers who purchase a gift) Promotion link: hPromotion link: https://sleepwithmepodcast.com/gift When w…

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1405 - Reflection Pool of Pudding | All Intros 973 - 976 for New Year’s Eve 1:10:57

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The reflection pool of my mind looks more like a retention basin of jello, but that’s okay because we can still float off to dreamland as we bid adieu to 2025. Thanks for listening to the show in 2025! Enjoy this All Intro episode as we sail into the New Year. The show really needs your help right now. Keep Sleep With Me going and get hours of bonu…

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How Pool Pros Accidentally Poison Themselves (and Everyone Else) 43:53

39m ago43:53

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Pool Pros text questions here This week, Andrea and Paulette pull back the curtain on one of the most uncomfortable truths in pool service: you don’t need to be reckless to get seriously hurt. You just need to be casual. From cracked buckets rolling around in the back of trucks to “I’ve done it this way for years” shortcuts, this episode explores t…

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We are a trade that can electrocute you 39:21

2h ago39:21

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Pool Pros text questions here In this episode of Talking Pools, hosts Lee and Shane reflect on the past year in the swimming pool industry, discussing significant changes in leadership, the recognition of the trade, and the importance of planning for the future. They emphasize the need for work-life balance and personal growth as they look forward …

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1404 - Grammarian Guard | All Intros 969 - 972 1:01:00

36m ago1:01:00

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These old intros have aged like a fine cheese in a cave. We’ll discuss brushing vs scrubbing and fan cast movies that have already been made. Thanks for listening to the show in 2025! Enjoy this All Intro episode as we sail into the New Year. The show really needs your help right now. Keep Sleep With Me going and get hours of bonus content by joini…

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The 2-Cups-Equals-a-Pound Lie, Available Chlorine, Active Strength 30:25

43m ago30:25

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Pool Pros text questions here It’s the day after Christmas, and Rudy is not here to sing carols—he’s here to correct one of the most common (and most expensive) field habits in pool service: measuring dry chemicals like you’re baking cookies. The “two cups equals a pound” rule gets dragged into the sunlight, and then the episode pivots into a full …

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A Christmas Story | Tale of Tape (from the Vault #476) 1:00:26

33m ago1:00:26

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What is more reliable, Scoots’ memory of watching “A Christmas Story” on VHS or the actual movie? Does Ralphie or Mikey want a fun machine for Christmas? What year is it? Sleep as this is more swirly and less surly, like a loosely defined treat. This is a special release from the SWM Vault. It’s been remastered and re-edited, but it might be a litt…

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Your Contract Ruined Christmas - Holiday Woes: Part l 43:47

3h ago43:47

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Pool Pros text questions here In this holiday edition of Thursdays with Steve, Steve Sherwood checks in from a festive (and very on-brand) Hawaiian Christmas shirt and talks straight to the pros who keep pools running even when the calendar says “day off.” From commercial clients who expect service 365 days a year, to the reality of managing staff …

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06: Unreachable and On A Ranch 40:55

19h ago40:55

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Coming to you from the sleeping bags they just spent the night in, inside the comedy club they currently live in - Guy and Tim are picking apart the financial performance of Joker 2 and the incredible reaction of Todd Phillips upon release of the film. Tim tries (to limited avail) to tie the trajectory of the watches to Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’ five …

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Retail Is Not Dead, with Ryan Walker 32:21

24h ago32:21

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Pool Pros text questions here In this episode, Natalie Hood sits down with Ryan Walker to unpack how retail sales in the pool industry have evolved over the last two decades—and what dealers, builders, and retailers need to understand to stay competitive today. From the rise of online shopping and social media influence to changing homeowner expect…

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North Pole Coco Square Dance | As The North Pole Turns Finale (From the Vault #630) 56:30

1d ago56:30

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Bespoke baubles or plastic production, which way will the North Pole turn? When you have a cup of coco and you get to watch square dancing does it really matter. Watch the snow fall across your dreams. This is a special release from the SWM Vault. It’s been remastered and re-edited, but it might be a little looser than a new episode. If you want ac…

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LSI: The Key to Pool Chemistry 58:08

2d ago58:08

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Pool Pros text questions here In this conversation, Paulette and Andrea discuss their recent hiatus due to personal losses and the challenges faced in pool maintenance. They delve into the importance of understanding the Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) and its role in water chemistry, emphasizing the need for proper water balance to prevent issues…

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Innovative Pool Products for Australia and New Zealand 32:22

3d ago32:22

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Pool Pros text questions here In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, Lee and Shane discuss the holiday season, share nostalgic memories of Christmas, and explore innovative pool products from the US that they wish to see in Australia and New Zealand. They highlight various tools for pool maintenance, emerging technologies in pool care, and l…

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1403 - Ray Recaps the 1990 Disney Holiday Parade | SWM+ Sneak Peek 1:15:35

4d ago1:15:35

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Ray journeys back to 1990 (and also, briefly, 1988) to recap the Disney Holiday Parade. There's dancing elves, daring stunts, and some totally radical singing, courtesy of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. This episode was originally released as a bonus episode on Sleep With Me Plus. You can get more bonus episodes and help support the show by goin…

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The one about Chloramines, Breakpoint, and Crystal Lagoons 46:04

8d ago46:04

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Pool Pros text questions here In this episode, Rudy Stankowitz dives deep into the complexities of pool chemistry, particularly focusing on chloramines and breakpoint chlorination. He shares personal anecdotes, discusses industry events, and answers listener questions about lagoon pools versus traditional pools. The conversation emphasizes the impo…

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Mellowrama | As The North Pole Turns (From the Vault #627) 54:06

7d ago54:06

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Steam plows your sleep blues away, while snow melts like Scoot's common sense. This is a special release from the SWM Vault. It’s been remastered and re-edited, but it might be a little looser than a new episode. If you want access to the full vault, you can join Sleep With Me Plus at sleepwithmepodcast.com/plus Get your Sleep With Me SleepPhones. …

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Texas Swim Up Ventures: Plunge Pools McKinney TX | Small Pools for North Texas 8:49

7d ago8:49

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Visit https://texasswimupventures.com or call (469) 584-4751 to learn more about Texas Swim Up Ventures, the top custom and plunge pool builder serving McKinney, Allen, Frisco, and all of Collin, Denton, and Rockwall Counties in North Texas. Are you searching for plunge pool options in McKinney TX? Texas Swim Up Ventures specializes in both traditi…

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Life After a Cardiac Event: Lessons Learned 58:04

7d ago58:04

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Pool Pros text questions here In this episode of Talking Pools, Wayne shares his harrowing experience with a cardiac event that nearly cost him his life. He discusses the support he received from his family and medical professionals, reflecting on the importance of health and recovery. The conversation then shifts to the implications of such health…

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05: 15 Jokes From Joker: Folie à Deux 39:50

13d ago39:50

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It has been three weeks, and in some ways five weeks. And in some other ways, it has simply been one day for Tim and Guy watching Joker: Folie à Deux. A damaged Lithium Ion battery pack has become a ticking potential timebomb threatening to destroy The Classic (Tim and Guy's current abode) adding beautiful background tension to this episode. The ve…

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Pool Financing Myths 36:18

8d ago36:18

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Pool Pros text questions here In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, Natalie Hood and Joe Garcia discuss the often misunderstood topic of pool financing. They debunk common myths surrounding financing, emphasizing its accessibility for all income levels and its strategic benefits for homeowners. The conversation highlights the importance of …

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1402 - A Christmas Carol, Part 2 | Read With Me 1:03:38

9d ago1:03:38

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It’s a dozen of one or one-tenth of another any way you look at it, but this episode will surely be meandering as Scrooge learns about business, fiber optics, and which kind of elf has the most holiday cheer. The show really needs your help right now. Keep Sleep With Me going and get hours of bonus content by joining Sleep With Me Plus! sleepwithme…

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Cleaning Pools After Bushfires 37:26

16d ago37:26

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Pool Pros text questions here In this episode of Talking Pools, Lee and Shane discuss the impact of bushfires in Australia and New Zealand, particularly focusing on how these fires affect swimming pools and the necessary cleanup strategies. They share personal experiences and insights on effective pool maintenance post-fire, the importance of commu…

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1401 - Fearless Flyer Fall 2025 1:58:01

11d ago1:58:01

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I’ll be shopping in a clockwise direction from here on out, but everything is bound to end apple-y ever after now that I’m reunited with my favorite trader. As a special holiday treat, this episode has 2 story portions! The first is a brand new recap of the Fall 2025 Fearless Flyer. The second half is a recap of the 2022 Fall Fearless Flyer, previo…

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LSI Outside the Bubble — What the Scientists Really Say 37:12

19d ago37:12

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Pool Pros text questions here Rudy does something different this week: he takes the Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) out of the pool industry echo chamber and walks it through the lens of academics, civil engineers, groundwater chemists, and industrial water experts who don’t care about plaster warranties, brand marketing, or trade show politics. I…

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Stormy Sheep | As The North Pole Turns (From the Vault #624) 56:26

14d ago56:26

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As The North Pole Turns…returns for another night full of mellowriffic mellorama for you to rest too. Blitzen blitzes into game night and lots of stuff is discussed, ensuring a long winters slumber. This is a special release from the SWM Vault. It’s been remastered and re-edited, but it might be a little looser than a new episode. If you want acces…

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Texas Swim Up Ventures: Frisco TX Pool Builders | Understanding The Pool Construction Boom 9:30

14d ago9:30

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Visit https://texasswimupventures.com or call (469) 584-4751 to learn more about Texas Swim Up Ventures, experienced pool builders serving Frisco TX and all of Collin, Denton, and Rockwall Counties. What's driving the explosive pool construction boom in Frisco, Texas? This episode explores the unique demographic, economic, and lifestyle factors mak…

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Steve’s Cautionary Tales, Leak Detection 101 & The Airbnb Insurance Trap 1:11:37

20d ago1:11:37

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Pool Pros text questions here This week, Steve flies solo again — but with good news: Wayne is on the mend and expected back very soon. Until then, Steve brings a full toolbox of stories, lessons, and a deep dive into one of the most-requested topics from pool pros: leak detection as a service. 🔥 Segment 1 — Cautionary Tales From the Field Steve op…

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04: Socially Responsible Filmmaking 40:49

15d ago40:49

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Guy and Tim are truly ON ONE. Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber is outted as a common plagiarist. Todd Phillips is recognised as being VERY IMPORTANT to the making of Joker 2. And also, it is Monday! Now imagine this: What if this movie was made for just one person? And what if that person was a certain Canadian physiologist who almost killed himself going o…

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Specialty Chemicals: Making Chlorine Work Smarter, Not Harder with Jody O’Grady 44:06

15d ago44:06

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Pool Pros text questions here On this Talking Pools episode, host Natalie Hood, Director of Education and Network Development for The Grit Game, sits down with Jody O’Grady, Director of Commercial Sales for API Water and long-time industry chemist, to unpack one of the most misunderstood topics in pool care: specialty chemicals. Chlorine gets all t…

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1400 - Koa & Scooter’s Excellent Adventure 1:17:33

16d ago1:17:33

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A milestone for the show will be like a spoken-word lullaby as Superchill Scoots looks back on Koa’s recent road trip. The show really needs your help right now. Keep Sleep With Me going and get hours of bonus content by joining Sleep With Me Plus! sleepwithmepodcast.com/plus Get your Sleep With Me SleepPhones. Use "sleepwithme" for $5 off!! Are yo…

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Are They Pools, Ponds, or A GEN Z FAD? 38:58

16d ago38:58

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Pool Pros text questions here Imagine Rudy, Allen Schnaak, Andrea The Pool Girl, and Frank Disher from The Deep End Podcast sitting around a table — the kind of table where coffee gets cold because the conversation gets that good. What starts as a friendly discussion about natural pools quickly spirals into a wild, brain-stretching rollercoaster of…

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Texas Swim Up Ventures: Prosper TX Pool Builders | Solving Difficult Lot Challenges 10:55

23d ago10:55

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Visit https://texasswimupventures.com or call (469) 584-4751 to learn more about Texas Swim Up Ventures, expert pool builders solving challenging lot conditions in Prosper TX and throughout Collin, Denton, and Rockwall Counties. Building pools in Prosper, Texas presents unique challenges that inexperienced contractors often underestimate or ignore.…

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Kangaroos, Cows & Vinyl Liners: Modern Liner Tech with Jamie from Aquatec 53:22

17d ago53:22

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Pool Pros text questions here On this Mondays Down Under episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Shane in Auckland and Lee on the chilly NSW coast are joined by Jamie from Aquatec, a family business that’s been making swimming pool liners since the late 1970s. They dive into how vinyl liners have evolved from “one blue fits all” to highly engineered,…

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1399 - A Christmas Carol, Part 1 | Read With Me 1:12:27

18d ago1:12:27

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You’ll be spirited off to dreamland faster than Scoots can say, “Flimpit.” May your inner bowl of jelly jiggle and and your chimney sounds be joyous. Thanks for listening! The show really needs your help right now. Keep Sleep With Me going and get hours of bonus content by joining Sleep With Me Plus! sleepwithmepodcast.com/plus Get your Sleep With …