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The Pool Service Entrepreneur

  • Post author:Contributor
  • Post published:January 1, 2019
  • Post category:Pool Service Tips

The Pool Service Entrepreneur Several years ago I attended a social event in town where a young woman approached and introduced herself. After exchanging names she asked the familiar question:…

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University of Houston Aquatics

  • Post author:Contributor
  • Post published:December 23, 2018
  • Post category:University Aquatics

Managing a large aquatic facility at a university like the University of Houston Aquatics requires balancing the needs of multiple user groups while maintaining strict water quality, safety, and operational…

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Read more about the article Chlorine Gas Cloud Injuries at Public Pools

Chlorine Gas Cloud Injuries at Public Pools

  • Post author:Rudy
  • Post published:December 17, 2018
  • Post category:Chemical Safety

  Chlorine Gas Cloud Injuries at Public Pools: The Role of Circulation and Safety Interlocks Chlorine Gas Cloud Injuries at Public Pools can lead to serious health concerns and need…

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Raise Pool Service Prices

  • Post author:Rudy
  • Post published:December 11, 2018
  • Post category:Marketing

Raise Pool Service Prices: A Practical Guide for Pool Service Professionals To successfully raise pool service prices, professionals should communicate transparently with their clients about the reasons for the changes.…

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Read more about the article Field Sampling of Swimming Pool “Black Algae”

Field Sampling of Swimming Pool “Black Algae”

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  • Post published:December 3, 2018
  • Post category:Algae/Subscription Content

Wet mounts were prepared from the sample biomass and examined at 100× magnification using a Nikon Eclipse Ti-S inverted microscope equipped with phase-contrast optics and epifluorescence. Field Sampling of Swimming Pool “Black Algae”

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Read more about the article Microcystin Analysis in Swimming Pool Cyanobacterial Biofilms

Microcystin Analysis in Swimming Pool Cyanobacterial Biofilms

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  • Post published:December 3, 2018
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Microcystin Analysis in Swimming Pool Cyanobacterial Biofilms

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Florida Southern College Aquatics

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  • Post published:November 25, 2018
  • Post category:University Aquatics

We are fortunate at Florida Southern College Aquatics that the school sees the pool and swim team as a priority, and we are able to maintain our pump room and ensure we are up to code at all times.

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Read more about the article Investigating the True Nature of Swimming Pool “Black Algae”

Investigating the True Nature of Swimming Pool “Black Algae”

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  • Post published:November 18, 2018
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Biofilm-forming microorganisms—including cyanobacteria (Swimming Pool “Black Algae” ) —can exhibit increased resistance to chemical treatments because the extracellular polymeric matrix protects the organisms embedded within the colony.

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Successfully Marketing a Pool Service Business

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  • Post published:November 12, 2018
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Marketing a Pool Service Business: Evidence-Based Strategies for Finding Your First Customers Starting a swimming pool service company is often appealing for one simple reason: compared with many other trades,…

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Understanding Indoor Pool Smells

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  • Post published:November 5, 2018
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Understanding Indoor Pool Smells Understanding Chloramines, Combined Chlorine, and Breakpoint Chlorination Have you ever walked into an indoor swimming pool facility and immediately noticed a sharp “chlorine smell” in the…

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Talking Pools Podcast
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. 

Debunking Water Chemistry Myths with Eric Knight
byRudy Stankowitz

Pool Pros text questions here

This episode busts common water chemistry myths, explores the science behind pool maintenance, and discusses the future of industry education. Featuring Eric Knight from Watershape University, it offers practical insights for professionals seeking to improve their water management skills.

Keywords

water chemistry, pool maintenance, water shaping, pool industry education, pool myths, chlorine, pH, alkalinity, CYA, salt systems

Key Topics

  • Water chemistry misconceptions
  • Proper water testing and treatment
  • Impact of pH, alkalinity, and CYA on pools

Guest Name

Eric Knight

Sound Bites

  • ”The acid column pour myth is not accurate”
  • ”Adjusted alkalinity is not the true alkalinity”
  • ”Salt systems do not inherently raise pH”

Contact

Watershape University Homepage

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Water Chemistry Education

04:19
Eric Knight's Journey in Aquatics

07:12
The Future of the Pool Industry

09:52
Debunking Myths about Watershape University

12:55
Understanding the Curriculum and Its Accessibility

14:45
Advanced Training and Certification

14:52
Customer Service in Pool Industry

16:23
Debunking Water Chemistry Myths

23:33
Understanding pH and Chlorine Strength

29:46
The Future of Pool Automation

34:40
Understanding pH Myths in Swimming Pools

40:14
Salt Systems and Their Chemistry

43:22
Cyanuric Acid: The Misunderstood Protector

49:35
The Importance of Education and Automation in Pool Management

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