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Read more about the article Aquatics Director Positions at Risk⁉

Aquatics Director Positions at Risk⁉

  • Post author:Contributor
  • Post published:April 19, 2020
  • Post category:Pool Management/Pool News/University Aquatics

When Pools Stay Closed A lot of us make our money servicing and running Aquatic Centers, Community Pools, and High School and College pools. Are we at risk of losing…

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Read more about the article UF Acquires Talent From UAB & Within

UF Acquires Talent From UAB & Within

  • Post author:Contributor
  • Post published:September 8, 2019
  • Post category:University Aquatics/Pool News/Risk Management

PRESS RELEASE ? Making a Splash at The Swamp?   UF Acquires Talent From UAB & Within The University of Florida Department of Recreational Sports has welcomed two new faces…

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Hiring Gen Z – What to Expect

  • Post author:Contributor
  • Post published:August 25, 2019
  • Post category:Apartment Pool Maintenance/Employees/Hotel Pool Maintenance/Pool Service Tips/University Aquatics

. Supervising and Managing Post-Millennials or “Generation Z"                                            …

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Read more about the article Lifeguard Recruiting & Retention

Lifeguard Recruiting & Retention

  • Post author:Contributor
  • Post published:April 21, 2019
  • Post category:Risk Management/University Aquatics

the unsung heroes of the swimming pool industry by: Lisa Molloy As a higher education professional and aquatics operator at the University of Central Florida, I find myself in a…

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Read more about the article Aquatic Facilities and Risk Management Practice

Aquatic Facilities and Risk Management Practice

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  • Post published:March 24, 2019
  • Post category:Risk Management/University Aquatics

Identification, Evaluation, and Prioritization - by Michelle December Aquatic facilities are often viewed as being synonymous with risk So how do aquatic professionals effectively manage the inherent risks associated with their…

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Read more about the article Florida’s Largest Competition Pool

Florida’s Largest Competition Pool

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  • Post published:February 24, 2019
  • Post category:University Aquatics

Diving into Nova Southeastern University!  Nova Southeastern's Assistant Director of Aquatics, Austin Harris, talks on overcoming the challenges in managing one of the countries largest academic SCUBA Diving programs, first…

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

  • Post author:Contributor
  • Post published:January 28, 2019
  • Post category:University Aquatics

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Aquatics and Community Programs If you recall, in December we spoke with University of Houston's Assistant Director of Aquatic Operations, Cara Green.This month, University of…

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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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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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Florida State University Aquatics

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  • Post published:October 29, 2018
  • Post category:University Aquatics

Florida State University Aquatics There is a lot more to consider when maintaining these colossal giants of competition and wellness than one might think. Pool Operators face a myriad of challenges…

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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. 

Why Pool Pros Should Stop Ignoring Spas (and What Could Cost You Everything) with Adrian Lacey
byRudy Stankowitz

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Most pool professionals know pools.

But when a spa needs repair?

Suddenly everyone starts looking for ”the spa guy.”

This week on Mondays Down Under, Lee Salisbury and Nick welcome one of Australia's leading spa equipment specialists, Adrian Lacey of Spatex, for an eye-opening discussion that every pool technician, retailer, and service company needs to hear.

If you've ever avoided spa repairs because they seemed too complicated—or too risky—this episode explains why that hesitation may be costing you a profitable part of your business.

More importantly…

It explains how to do it safely.

In this episode:

  • Why spas are one of the biggest untapped opportunities for pool professionals
  • Common misconceptions that keep technicians away from spa service
  • The importance of partnering with licensed electricians and gas fitters
  • Diagnosing leaks, pumps, air controls, jets, blowers, and electronic controls
  • Why replacing the wrong pump can create serious safety hazards
  • Understanding hydraulic flow rates and why bigger pumps often make things worse
  • Pipe sizing mistakes that dramatically reduce system performance
  • Why proper plumbing layout matters more than horsepower
  • The importance of flow meters instead of guessing hydraulic performance

Sacrificial Anodes Explained

Adrian also dives into one of the industry's most misunderstood topics:

  • Galvanic corrosion
  • Electrolytic corrosion
  • Chemical corrosion

Learn:

  • Why they are completely different problems
  • How sacrificial zinc anodes work
  • What they can—and cannot—protect
  • Why every heated pool deserves consideration for corrosion protection
  • Why an anode should never replace finding the actual cause of corrosion

Pool Safety That Too Many Professionals Overlook

The conversation shifts into one of the most important topics in the industry:

Safety.

Including:

  • Equipotential bonding
  • Electrical safety around spas
  • Voltage differences and corrosion
  • Why technicians should carry a non-contact voltage tester
  • Suction entrapment hazards
  • Ventilated skimmer requirements
  • Understanding Australian Standard AS 1926.3
  • When replacing equipment legally requires bringing systems up to current safety standards

Adrian shares practical advice that could help technicians avoid costly mistakes—and potentially save lives.

Plus

  • Why documentation protects your business
  • When you should walk away from an unsafe job
  • Why staying within your qualifications protects both your customers and your livelihood
  • Free technical resources available through the Spartex mobile app
  • How decades of technical knowledge are being shared with the industry

Whether you service residential pools, commercial facilities, or have never touched a spa before, this episode is packed with practical advice, safety insights, and real-world experience that every pool professional can benefit from.

🎙 Guest: Adrian Lacey – Spatex

🎧 Hosted by: Lee Salisbury & Nick

📅 Series: Mondays Down Under

Listen now and discover why expanding your knowledge of spas may be one of the smartest business decisions you make this year.

Support the show

Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media:

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Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com

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