Creating a design concept for a kitchen or remodeling an outdated bathroom requires an understanding of the products and services available to those looking to undertake such a project. The ProSource Podcast breaks down the home remodeling industry and highlights the merchandise and experience that it requires to achieve your vision. Join ProSource Director of Digital Marketing Content Kevin Devine, as he speaks with those who facilitate the ideal project and offer valuable information for h ...
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Host Charlie Chapman interviews app developers and other creators about their experiences releasing their creations out into the world.
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Host Steve Chiotakis connects you to the people and places of Southern California.
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I mean… we’re flooring people, from an outlet store basically, and it looks to us like just figuring our how to pick the right floor is daunting at best. In your life, you’ll do it less often than you’ll buy cars, and that’s a pretty taxing thing to do. So we’re trying to start from scratch and be as basic and clear as we can about doing this, so you can find what you want, wherever you end up shopping. We’ll have regular episodes, chats between Dan (who owns the company) and me (I’m David – ...
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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 th ...
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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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The 2-Cups-Equals-a-Pound Lie, Available Chlorine, Active Strength
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30:25Pool 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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Your Contract Ruined Christmas - Holiday Woes: Part l
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43:47Pool 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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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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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
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32:22Pool 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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The one about Chloramines, Breakpoint, and Crystal Lagoons
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46:04Pool 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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Life After a Cardiac Event: Lessons Learned
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58:04Pool 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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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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On the podcast I talk with Taiwo about building games that are meant to be deleted, finding success by leaning into low retention instead of fighting it, and how a single unconventional idea led to Apple featuring his work and changing his career. Top Takeaways 🎨 Creativity Can Beat the Odds The games industry is so well-established that at first g…
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TRUCOR® & Fabrica® Explained with Amy Tucker, Director of Hard Surface for The Dixie Group
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22:01In this episode of The ProSource Podcast, we chat with Amy Tucker, Director of Hard Surface for The Dixie Group, overseeing multiple brands including TRUCOR® and Fabrica®. We discuss Amy's journey in the flooring industry and the innovative approaches of the TRUCOR® and Fabrica® brands. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding co…
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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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LSI Outside the Bubble — What the Scientists Really Say
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37:12Pool 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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Steve’s Cautionary Tales, Leak Detection 101 & The Airbnb Insurance Trap
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1:11:37Pool 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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Specialty Chemicals: Making Chlorine Work Smarter, Not Harder with Jody O’Grady
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44:06Pool 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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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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Kangaroos, Cows & Vinyl Liners: Modern Liner Tech with Jamie from Aquatec
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53:22Pool 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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Pool Pros text questions here In this conversation, Rudy Stankowitz emphasizes the critical role of calcium hardness and total dissolved solids (TDS) in pool chemistry. He explains how these factors influence the effectiveness of chlorine, algaecides, and other pool chemicals, highlighting the importance of maintaining the right balance for optimal…
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The Role of Weather in Swimming Pool Property Damage
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28:12Pool Pros text questions here The conversation explores the complexities of insurance claims, particularly in unusual circumstances involving property damage due to weather events. The speaker shares a vivid account of a claim involving a fallen tree that caused significant damage to a pool area, illustrating the challenges faced by both homeowners…
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Mastering Pool Measurements: Essential Tools and Techniques
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33:27Pool Pros text questions here In this conversation, Natalie discusses the essential tools and preparations needed for accurate pool measurements with Carl Cullers or the Grit Game. They emphasize the importance of having the right equipment, such as measuring forms, tapes, and documentation tools, to ensure a successful measurement process. Additio…
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On the podcast, I talk to Aja Beckett about the challenges of building for the community you belong to, the power of organic growth, the user feedback that helped shape the app, and the support gap for GLP-1 users. Top Takeaways: 🛠️ Build with Authenticity Aja’s journey from social anxiety to a GLP-1 tracking app started with solving her own proble…
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Natural Pools: Healthier… or Just Trendier?
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56:20Pool Pros text questions here In this episode 'FROM THE VAULT', we revisit part two of our three-part deep dive with Rudy, Allen Schnaak, and Andrea The Pool Girl, and yeah—we’re talking about natural pools again. On paper, natural pools check every eco-friendly box Gen Z cares about: fewer synthetic chemicals, more biology, more “let nature do the…
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Pool Pros text questions here In this episode of Mondays Down Under, hosts Lee and Shane discuss the importance of self-audits in business management, particularly in the pool industry. They emphasize the need for proactive management, effective communication with staff, and the value of customer feedback. The conversation covers practical tips for…
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Cyanuric Acid: The Most Misunderstood Chemical in Pools
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52:00Pool Pros text questions here Rudy dives headfirst into cyanuric acid — CYA, stabilizer, conditioner — the most misquoted, weaponized, and argued-about chemical in the pool industry. He breaks down what the science actually says about HOCl in stabilized water, why that old HOCl / OCl⁻ chart belongs in a museum, how CYA really impacts ORP, TA, and L…
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“How Do I Cover My Ass?” Protecting Your Pool Business When a Pool is Structurally Failing
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30:38Pool Pros text questions here In this week’s episode of Insurance Interludes, host Steve Sherwood teams up once again with Pat Grignon, Vice President of the California Pool Association (CPA), to tackle a real-world scenario hitting every service tech’s nightmare list: A failing shell. A leaking pool. Conflicting opinions. And YOU stuck in the midd…
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Madison Ray lifeguard historian - Hard Truths & Myths
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40:51Pool Pros text questions here On this Wednesday episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, host Natalie Hood (Director of Education & Network Development for The Grit Game) sits down with lifeguard historian, trainer, and content creator Miss Madison Ray to pull back the curtain on what lifeguards actually do, why they’re leaving the industry, and how d…
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Cold Plunge Pools and Cold Water Chemistry
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35:42Pool Pros text questions here This week, Andrea flies solo while Paulette takes a much-needed break—and the result is a fun, educational, slightly unhinged deep dive into cold water season, winter chemistry, dry skin survival, and why cold pools can actually make your job easier (yes, really). From frozen reagents to stain treatments to elderly Flo…
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Medallion & Yorktowne Cabinets: How Color Perception Shapes Kitchen Design
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27:56In this episode of The ProSource Podcast, the hosts discuss the innovative approaches of Medallion and Yorktowne. Kristin Phipps and Heather Argo share insights into their backgrounds, the unique features of their cabinetry, and the ongoing 'Pursuit of Excellence' initiative aimed at enhancing product quality and designer confidence. They delve int…
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It Shouldn’t Take a Child’s Death to Fix Our Industry — But Here We Are
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34:27Pool Pros text questions here This week on Mondays Down Under, Lee (Australia) and Shane (New Zealand) jump in—literally and figuratively—with a conversation that starts with cold weather swims and ends with one of the biggest training breakthroughs for the pool industry across Oceania. What was supposed to be a short topic grew into a full deep-di…
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Pool Pros text questions here In this episode, Rudy discusses the importance of borates in pool chemistry, particularly their role in stabilizing pH levels, reducing chemical usage, and enhancing water clarity. He explains the chemistry behind borates, their effects on algae, and practical applications for pool maintenance. Additionally, Rudy addre…
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Back in Our Day, Pool Techs Worked in the Rain — And Didn’t Cry About It
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1:00:36Pool Pros text questions here In this episode, Steve Sherwood discusses the challenges of pool maintenance during rainy weather, emphasizing the importance of effective communication with clients regarding service times and expectations. He also delves into the significance of proper water testing and the differences between commercial and resident…
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Airbnbs, Fences, and Flow Rates — Yes, You’re Doing It Wrong.
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30:48Pool Pros text questions here Mondays Down Under – Understanding Pool & Spa Standards in Australia & New Zealand This week on Mondays Down Under, Lee and Shane dive into a topic that every pool and spa professional thinks they understand—until they don’t: standards, regulations, and the rules that actually govern your work on both sides of the Tasm…
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Pool Leak Myths Millennials Love… and Why Gen X Knows Better.
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38:26Pool Pros text questions here Welcome to an in-depth exploration of leak detection in pools, a topic that often goes unnoticed yet is crucial for any pool owner. In this blog post, we’ll highlight key insights and practical tips from a recent podcast episode featuring industry experts Natalie Hood and Jared Medeiros. Let’s dive in and unravel the m…
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On the podcast, we talk with Ryan Jones about the power of product-driven growth, why traditional marketing strategies often fall short, and the challenges of acquiring users while staying focused on building great products. Top Takeaways: ✈️ Product is the growth engine Flighty doesn’t run ads or chase growth hacks. Instead, it builds features tha…
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The Episode That Made Pool Pros Love with Their Shirts
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46:15Pool Pros text questions here Featuring Don Douglas of Revd Up Apparel — Gold Sponsor of the Mentor of the Year Award Some episodes age like fine wine. This one… aged like a perfectly balanced LSI reading. Andrea and Paulette crack open a legendary conversation from the Talking Pools archives — the day Don Douglas of Revd Up Apparel stopped by and …
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Total Alkalinity. PLUS, Mentor of the Year REVEALED
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38:06Pool Pros text questions here In this episode, Rudy delves into the intricacies of total alkalinity in pool chemistry, explaining its critical role in maintaining pH levels and overall water balance. He discusses the impact of carbon dioxide and borates on pool chemistry, emphasizing the importance of understanding these elements for effective pool…
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Wayne’s Update, Rich Gallo’s Wisdom & Pool Biz Insights
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53:51Pool Pros text questions here 🔑 Episode Highlights: Wayne’s Health Update & Podcast Direction Wayne shares a personal health update and how it’s shaping the future of the show. Celebrating Mentorship: Rich Gallo Named Mentor of the Year A heartfelt tribute to Rich Gallo’s impact on the pool service industry and his dedication to mentoring others. B…
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Clear Water Can Still Kill, Part 2: The Myth-Busting Conclusion with Dewey Case & Natalie Hood
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29:31Pool Pros text questions here In this powerful conclusion to the two-part episode Clear Water Can Still Kill, Natalie Hood and Dewey Case pull back the curtain on the myths that continue to plague both residential and commercial pool operations. From chlorine “smell” misconceptions to Airbnb water safety, they challenge everything we think we know …
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It’s Not Personal — It’s Just Good Business
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47:00Pool Pros text questions here Welcome back to the Talking Pools Podcast — We're opening up the vault and this one snuck out! The real-life challenges and strategies shaping the pool industry. I’m Rudy, here with the always insightful Andrea, and today we’re tackling a topic that every pool pro eventually has to face: how to handle price increases w…
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Exploring Daltile’s Innovations in Tile Technology with Laura Grilli and Ivo Moyano
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29:37In this episode of The ProSource Podcast, we sit down with Laura Grilli, Director of Product Design, and Ivo Moyano, Director of Product Development, from Daltile. We discuss the latest innovations in their tile technology, including Stepwise™, DEFEND™, and RevealSync 3D™. Laura and Ivo inform us on the challenges and opportunities in the tile indu…
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Pool Pros text questions here 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. I…
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Is Your Pool Truck a DOT Violation Waiting to Happen
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32:24Pool Pros text questions here What starts as a casual “round two” turns into one of the most important — and hilarious — conversations pool pros need to hear. Rudy and Andrea dive deep into DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements for pool service trucks, and what every tech should know before hitting the road loaded with chemicals in this #…
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Off-Season Hustle: Remodeling, Beta Tests & Big Things Ahead
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25:35Pool Pros text questions here Hey Pool Pros! We’re back with another Talking Pools Podcast episode from the vault, and this time it's featuring your favorite duo — Kelli and Dan — and trust us, this one’s got it all. Dan’s been burning the candle at both ends with office remodels, travel chaos, and prep for the Atlantic City Pool & Spa Show, while …
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Pool Pros text questions here In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, Rudy Stankowitz dives deep into the essential aspects of pool water chemistry, focusing primarily on pH. He emphasizes the importance of understanding pH as the core of water chemistry, explaining how it influences chlorine effectiveness, the role of alkalinity, and the buf…
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Oxidation & Sanitation: The Six Faces of Chlorine
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35:44Pool Pros text questions here Sometimes, to master the science of pool care, you’ve got to rewind all the way to the fundamentals — and that’s exactly what Wayne does in this nostalgic, knowledge-packed Throwback Thursday episode of the Talking Pools Podcast. This week, Wayne strips away the marketing fluff, the industry noise, and the high-tech ga…
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Dewey Case of CMAHC to Aquatic Directors: Clear Water Can Still Kill
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29:27Pool Pros text questions here 🎙️ Talking Pools Podcast – Part 1 Dewey Case of CMAHC to Aquatic Directors: Clear Water Can Still Kill Guest: Dewey Case — Technical Director, Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC); Assistant Aquatic Superintendent, Williamson County Parks & Rec, Tennessee Host: Natalie Hood (The Grit Game) Episode Length: …
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Pool Pros text questions here Being the boss sounds great — until payday hits and you realize your new hire just cost you more in pool shock than they’ve made you in revenue. In this episode, we strip away the Instagram gloss and talk about what it really means to grow your team. Spoiler: it’s not all high-fives and financial freedom. Sometimes it’…
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