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Read more about the article Technical Bulletin: Aluminum Sulfate Chemical Reduction of Cyanuric Acid

Technical Bulletin: Aluminum Sulfate Chemical Reduction of Cyanuric Acid

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  • Post published:October 15, 2025
  • Post category:Pool News

Chemical Reduction of Cyanuric Acid in Swimming Pools Using Aluminum Sulfate- from the published research and field methods of Rudy Stankowitz, with independent confirmations from Service Industry News, PoolSharkH2O, and…

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Read more about the article Rich Gallo: We’ll bend over backward for our customers. We’re just not going to bend over forward.

Rich Gallo: We’ll bend over backward for our customers. We’re just not going to bend over forward.

  • Post author:Rudy
  • Post published:October 12, 2025
  • Post category:Pool News

From rolling a Bobcat at 14 to building Los Angeles’ most concierge-level pool company, Pure Swim’s founder, Rich Gallo, has a mantra: bend over backward for people—and teach them to…

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Read more about the article Tim Bolden: From Navy Life in Guam to Poolside Royalty in Atlanta

Tim Bolden: From Navy Life in Guam to Poolside Royalty in Atlanta

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  • Post published:October 5, 2025
  • Post category:Pool News

  When you meet Tim Bolden, owner of The Pool Butler in Atlanta, you quickly realize this isn’t just another guy running a service company. He’s a Navy veteran, a…

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Read more about the article Technical Bulletin: Sodium Carbonate vs. Sodium Bicarbonate

Technical Bulletin: Sodium Carbonate vs. Sodium Bicarbonate

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  • Post published:September 30, 2025
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Sodium Carbonate (Soda Ash) vs. Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda) in Swimming Pool Treatment Author: Compiled from research and field guidance by Rudy Stankowitz Purpose & Scope This bulletin consolidates Rudy…

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Read more about the article Technical Bulletin Black Algae

Technical Bulletin Black Algae

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  • Post published:September 12, 2025
  • Post category:Algae

This Technical Bulletin Black Algae is intended for professional pool service technicians. It assumes a workingknowledge of pool water chemistry, algae identification, and treatment practices.Introduction For decades, black algae has…

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Read more about the article Technical Field Guide: Mustard Algae (Diatoms)

Technical Field Guide: Mustard Algae (Diatoms)

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  • Post published:September 6, 2025
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Mustard Algae (Diatoms) – Prevention and Cleanup Responding to the EPA Sodium Bromide Ban For Pool Pro Use Only: This guide is written specifically for professional pool service technicians. It…

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Read more about the article Laci Davis: The Art of Grit

Laci Davis: The Art of Grit

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  • Post published:August 31, 2025
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On the west coast of Florida, in the small community of Hudson, there’s a business with a name that sounds more like a mantra than a company: The Grit Game.…

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Read more about the article 2025 Mentor Awards Finalists and Sponsorship Lineup

2025 Mentor Awards Finalists and Sponsorship Lineup

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  • Post published:July 19, 2025
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Talking Pools Podcast Announces 2025 Mentor Awards Finalists and Sponsorship Lineup July 19, 2025 – Gainesville, Florida – The Talking Pools Podcast is proud to announce the 2025 Mentor of…

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Read more about the article Peeing in Pools: The Chemical Reactions

Peeing in Pools: The Chemical Reactions

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  • Post published:April 13, 2025
  • Post category:Water Chemistry

When someone decides "Peeing in Pools" is ok and it's time to take a little "bathroom break" (because apparently, that's just fine), a chain of chemical reactions starts to unfold…

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Read more about the article Preparing Your Pool for a Hurricane

Preparing Your Pool for a Hurricane

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  • Post published:October 16, 2024
  • Post category:Pool News/Home Owner Pool Care/Pool Operator Talk News/Pool Service Tips

Hurricane Damage courtesy of Hurricane Helene

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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. 

The Sodium Bromide Ban – Rudy talks with Scott Hamilton, CEO, United Chemical
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This episode features Scott Hamilton, CEO of United Chemical, discussing the EPA's recent restrictions on sodium bromide, its implications for pool professionals, and the science behind bromate formation and safety. Gain insights into regulatory processes, chemical safety, and effective pool management strategies.

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sodium bromide, EPA regulations, bromate, pool chemistry, pool safety, algae control, chemical risk assessment, United Chemical, Yellow Treat, bromine pools

key topics

  • EPA's restrictions on sodium bromide
  • Bromate formation and health risks
  • Science and risk assessment of pool chemicals

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Scott Hamilton

Sound Bites

  • ”Don't let your mentor go, that's mentoreward.com.”
  • ”Bromamines are effective and don't have a nasty smell.”
  • ”Pool pros should voice their concerns to regulators.”

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to the EPA's Controversy on Sodium Bromide

03:52
The History and Impact of Bromate Regulations

06:53
Understanding Bromate Formation in Pools

09:30
The Chemistry of Bromine and Chlorine in Pools

12:18
The Misconceptions of Bromine Pools

15:16
Toxicology of Bromate and Cancer Risks

18:12
Bromate in Food Products and Regulatory Delays

22:25
Understanding EPA's Role and Challenges

25:10
The Impact of Lobbying on Chemical Regulations

29:45
Efficacy of Sodium Bromide in Algae Control

30:50
Trends in Mustard Algae Growth

34:22
Research Findings on Bromate Formation

42:48
Engaging with Regulatory Bodies

45:40
Legacy and Safety of Sodium Bromide

Resources

  • United Chemical
  • Yellow Treat
  • EPA Regulations on Bromide Products (2005)
  • Bromate Risk Assessment Study

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