Podcasts by Pool Chasers Podcast
Whether you own a business, service, repair, build, design, or market swimming pools, this is the podcast for you. We interview swimming pool industry business owners, entrepreneurs, pool service and repair companies, builders, manufactures, marketing and social media experts, as well as many others that can help progress, inspire and entertain us all.
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November 26th Weekly Flash Briefing: Swimming Pools, Industry News, Business&Culture from 2023-11-27T10:00
November 26th Weekly Flash Briefing: Swimming Pools, Industry News, Business & Culture.
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<h5 class="card-title"><a href="/podcast/pool-chasers-podcast/recap-international-pool-spa-patio-expo-las-vegas/">Recap: International Pool Spa Patio Expo, Las Vegas</a><small> from 2023-11-22T10:00</small></h5>
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<h5 class="card-title"><a href="/podcast/pool-chasers-podcast/october-29th-weekly-flash-briefing-swimming-pools-industry-news-business-culture/">October 29th Weekly Flash Briefing: Swimming Pools, Industry News, Business&Culture</a><small> from 2023-10-29T15:00</small></h5>
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Game Changer! Jandy SpeedSet Controller, New Pumps Features&Benefits with Senior Product Manager Steve Jones from 2023-10-27T08:00
Today we’re sitting down with Fluidra’s Senior Product Manager Steve Jones to explore the Jandy SpeedSet Pump Controller and new lineup of swimming pool pumps. With growing calls for a highly cu...
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October 22nd Weekly Flash Briefing: Swimming Pools, Industry News, Business&Culture from 2023-10-22T21:00
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October 15th Weekly Flash Briefing: Swimming Pools, Industry, News, Business&Culture from 2023-10-15T14:00
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How to Make New Friends&Build Big Relationships Using The 2-Hour Cocktail Party Method with Nick Gray from 2023-10-12T16:00
Nick Gray is an entrepreneur and best-selling author living in Austin, Texas. Nick is the author of The 2-Hour Cocktail Part...
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October 8th Weekly Flash Briefing: Swimming Pools, Industry, News, Business&Culture from 2023-10-08T12:00
Welcome to our first Flash Briefing! Each week we will share updates from various brands & people in the swimming pool industry along with resources we think would be helpful and maybe even ...
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Landscape Architecture&Luxury Pool Design/Build in Austin, TX with Brittany Duncan of Design Ecology from 2023-10-04T08:00
Brittany Duncan, an associate landscape architect at Design Ecology, shares her experiences and insights in the world of landscape architecture and luxury pool design/build in Austin, TX.
30 Years of Premium Gunite Pools in New England Through Collaboration&Technology with Andy Everleigh of Environmental Pools from 2023-09-21T09:00
Andy Everleigh is second generation CEO of Environmental Pools located in Chelmsf...
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Fluidra: Driving Change with Sustainability for the Environment&Business with Brad Parker&Mark Baukman from 2023-09-13T11:00
In this episode we talk with Fluidra’s Vice President of Marketing, Brad Parker and Vice President of Engineering Product Development, Mark Baukman to...
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Splinterworks: Pool Slides Redefined into Luxury Sculptures with Miles Hartwell from 2023-08-09T11:00
Finally, a slide for the swimming pool we can be proud of! In this episode we talk with Splinterworks co-founder, Miles Hartwell located in Bath, Uni...
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Tax Planning: Prepare to Sell&Exit Business Confidentially with CPA M&A Specialist, Joshua Hayes&Buzz Ghiz from 2023-08-02T05:00
In this episode we are joined by CPA Joshua Hayes to discuss the tax side of selling a business. Joshua, with 30 years of experience in tax, specializes in transaction advisory services, particu...
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Lessons From Multitasking Pool Service, Construction,&Product Development with Kayne Zamorano from 2023-07-26T08:00
In this casual episode, we chat with our good friend Kayne Zamorano, the visionary founder of Premier Pool Care and Premier Pool Co. in Pho...
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Pool Pro Magazine July/August 2023 Issue with Megan Kendrick from 2023-07-19T06:00
In this episode, Megan Kendrick joins us to discuss Pool Pro Magazine July/August 2023 issue. The main focus of this issue is placed on the...
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Preparation&Strategy for Selling Your Pool Business with Corporate Attorney Garth Stevens&Buzz Ghiz from 2023-07-05T07:00
In this episode we are are joined by special guests Garth Stevens and Buzz Giz. Garth, a corporate attorney specializing in mergers and acq...
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King Technology: 45 Years&Brands that Sanitize Water&Reduce the Use of Chemicals with Alex King&Dwayne May from 2023-06-22T08:00
This episode features a conversation with Alex King and Dwayne May from King Technology, a company specializing in pool chemicals and proprietary mineral technology. They explain how their techn...
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Design Ecology / Design Aquatics: Landscape Architecture&Luxury Pool Design/Build Firm Based in Austin, TX with Benjamin Lasseter from 2023-06-13T21:00
Greg and Justin sit down with Benjamin Lasseter of Design Ecology, an award-winning landscape architecture and luxury pool design/build firm based ...
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Underwater Pool Photography with Sarah Teveldal of FlashPool Productions from 2023-06-07T12:00
Greg and Justin sit down with Sarah Teveldal of FlashPool Productions, an under...
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Pool Pro Magazine May/June 2023 Issue from 2023-05-31T15:00
Greg sits down with Megan Kendrick to talk about the May/June 2023 issue of PoolPro Magazine!
Megan shares her excitement for this issue’s Power Women feature, as well as its cover featuri...
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Thriving Against the Odds: Sarah Herring's Path to CSR Excellence from 2023-05-24T10:00
Sarah Herring currently works for Innovative Pool Trades managing the shotcrete division.
After serving 2 1/2 years in prison she worked as a CSR for one of the largest pool builders in th...
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The Business of Scroll Stopping Video&Photo Content with Gordon Ly of Ly Visuals from 2023-05-17T20:00
Greg, Justin, and Mike sit down with Gordon Ly. He is the founder of Ly Visuals, a Scottsdale based creative agency specializing in scroll stopping video and photo content tailor-made for local ...
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Rain Deck: Splash Pad Kits, Design,&Products for Residential&Commercial with Ryan Werlich from 2023-05-11T10:00
Greg and Justin sit down with Ryan Werlich, VP of Operations at Rain Deck, a company that produces residential and commercial splash pad/park products.
Before getting into pools, Ryan was ...
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Pool Leak Detection: Managing The Entire Process - Start to Finish with Ryan West of Leak Science from 2023-05-04T07:00
Greg and Justin sit down with Ryan West, President of Leak Science, a veteran-owned company which specializes in swimming pool leak detection and pool restoration.
Ryan got his start in th...
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30 Under 40 by Pool Pro Magazine, Nominations Open May 1st! Tips on Submitting with Megan Kendrick from 2023-04-26T05:00
Greg chats with Meagan Kendrick of PoolPro Magazine to talk about this year’s 30 Under 40, whose annual selection of winners are featured in the magazine’s November/December issue.
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From Water Polo, POOLCORP Management, Educator, to Passionate Sales Representative: A Sober Man’s Journey with AJ Grucky of Blake Sales Associates from 2023-04-19T09:00
Greg and Justin sit down with AJ Grucky, Manufacturer Representative of Blake Sales Associates, which offers pool and spa manufacturers a multi-level, multi-dimensional sales and marketing progr...
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Honest Feedback! Western Pool Show, Manufacturer Disappointment,&Hasa Buys Orenda with Greg, Justin,&Mike from 2023-04-05T08:00
Greg and Justin sit down with JMax General Manager Mike Rynne.
The three look back on their recent experience at the Western Pool and Spa Show in Long Beach and compare the event with the ...
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Buzz Ghiz: How Leadership and Culture Built Decades of Success in Pool Construction&Manufacturing from 2023-03-29T09:00
Greg and Justin sit down with Lewis “Buzz” Ghiz, Former Owner of Paramount Pool & Spa Systems. The Phoenix-area pool and spa equipment manufacturer was started by Buzz’s father George in 196...
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Creative Environments: 200 + Team Executing Complex&Original Design-Build Projects Fast with Dan Waters from 2023-03-22T09:00
Greg and Justin sit down with Dan Waters, Owner and Principal at Creative Environments, which provides pool, spa, landscape design, and construction services in Phoenix.
With over 33 years...
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Pool Pro Magazine: Better Writing Tips&March/April Issue Feedback with Megan Kendrick from 2023-03-15T05:00
Pool Pro Magazine March/April 2023 issue is officially out! Grab a copy or two the next time you stop to pickup supplies from SCP or Superior.
In this episode Megan Kendrick discusses the ...
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Glass Rooftop Pool, Shark Tank,&First Ever Purple Pool with Rick Chafey of Red Rock Contractors from 2023-03-08T06:00
Greg and Justin sit down with Rick Chafey, co-owner of Red Rock Contractors. Founded in 1998, Red Rock has quickly grown into one of the nation’s leading custom building, pool, water feature, an...
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Creating a Legacy by Adapting and Dedication with Mike Rynne of JMax from 2023-03-01T05:00
We had the honor of chatting with Mike Rynne. This is an incredible human being that has given all his time and effort to every company he has ever worked for including JMax.
Mike has bee...
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Pool Pro Magazine: March/April 2023, issue How Chlorine Makes its way to you&More with Megan KendrickPool from 2023-02-22T05:00
Greg sits down with Megan Kendrick to talk about the March/April 2023 issue of PoolPro Magazine!
Megan looks back at the recently concluded 2023 Pool and Spa Show in Atlantic City and t...
Pool Brain: Service Business Solves Software Issue by Creating One Specifically for Pool Companies with Adam Beech from 2023-02-08T05:00
We sit down with Adam Beech, President of Pool Brain, an all-in-one online platform designed to streamline your medium-to-large pool company.
Adam got his start in the pool industry in ...
Pool Pro Magazine: January/February 2023 Issue Devoted to Pool Plastering&The Pool&Spa Show in Atlantic City with Megan Kendrick from 2023-01-24T14:00
Greg talks with Megan Kendrick to talk about the January/February 2023 issue of PoolPro Magazine!
Megan shares why the latest issue of the magazine puts a spotlight on the underrepresented...
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Tankproof: Saving Lives with Zero-cost Swim Lessons in Style with Thurman&Torrence Thomas AKA Brothersfresh from 2023-01-18T03:00
Today, we sit down with Thurman and Torrence Thomas of Tankproof, a nonprofit that gives free, accessible swimming lessons to youth in under-served communities.
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How to Work with Real Estate Agents&Not Waste Anybody’s Time with Jennifer&Samantha of AZ Luxury Home Group from 2023-01-11T03:00
Today, we sit down with Jennifer Kourouglos and Samantha Moore of real estate listing company AZ Luxury Home Group and the brokerage Launch Real Estate. Since partnering eight years prior, their...
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Welcome to Pool Chasers, Justin! New Co-Host&Life Story Starting from the Bottom with Justin Bowie from 2023-01-04T03:00
Greg kicks off 2023 with an introduction to Pool Chasers’ newest co-host (and popular recurring guest on the show), Justin Bowie, President at JMax Companies! Listen
Episode 229: December - News and Notes with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2022-12-19T02:00
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Episode 228: Consolidation of The Pool Service Industry with the experts from NPP, SPS, and Pool Troopers from 2022-12-12T02:00
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Episode 227: Hiring, Managing, and Leading in Pool Service LIVE Expo Panel with Hal, Harry, Robert, and Nathan of National Pool Partners from 2022-12-05T02:00
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Episode 226: November - News and Notes with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2022-11-21T02:00
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Episode 225: BluTex Pools - The Inspirational Journey from Startup to Exit with Former Owner Carl Spinnler from 2022-11-14T02:00
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Episode 224: Raypak - 70 Years of Heating Innovation with Justin Reyes&Gavin Chaze from 2022-11-07T01:00
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Episode 223: DIY Pools&Spas: Design, Construction Plans, Marketing&Business Management for Industry Professionals with Brandon Stephenson from 2022-10-31T01:00
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Episode 222:"What I've Learned"with Eric Knight of Orenda and the Rule Your Pool Podcast from 2022-10-24T01:00
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Episode 221: October - News and Notes with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2022-10-17T01:00
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Episode 220: Employee Engagement- Business Tip of the Month with Harry Geller of National Pool Partners from 2022-10-10T01:00
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Episode 219: AQUA Live Trade Show 2022 with Scott Webb and Abigail Carpenter from 2022-10-03T01:00
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Episode 218: AquaStar Pipeline Pumps - Taking Variable Speed Pumps to the Next Level with Todd Pieri and Steve Barnes from 2022-09-26T01:00
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Episode 217: September - News and Notes with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2022-09-19T01:00
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Episode 216: Danny Wang Design + Build: Achieving the American Dream with Danny Wang from 2022-09-12T01:00
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Episode 215: Business Planning and Leslie's Hayward Equipment Promotion with Chad Christensen from 2022-09-05T01:00
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Episode 214: August - News and Notes with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2022-08-29T01:00
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Episode 213: Overcoming Roadblocks and Barriers to Growth with Jack Nelson and Bryce Sirrine of Skimmer from 2022-08-22T01:00
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Episode 212: Recruiting Good Talent - Business Tip of the Month with Laura Denbar of National Pool Partners from 2022-08-15T01:00
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Episode 211: Crowley Pool Service - Journey from Retail Manager to Successful Business Owner with Steve Crowley from 2022-08-01T01:00
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Episode 210: July - News and Notes with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2022-07-25T01:00
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Episode 209: BuildWitt: Dedicated to Making the Dirt World a Better Place with Aaron Witt from 2022-07-18T01:00
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Episode 208: Workplace Safety - Business Tip of the Month with Justin Gormley of National Pool Partners from 2022-07-11T01:00
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Episode 207: Knowing Your Worth and Embracing Change with Rich Gallo of Pure Swim from 2022-06-27T04:00
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Episode 206: June - News and Notes with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2022-06-20T01:00
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Episode 205: Profit vs Owner's Salary - Business Tip of the Month with Hal Denbar of National Pool Partners from 2022-06-13T01:00
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Episode 204: AquaStar Pipeline Filters - Reinventing the Way Cartridge Filters are Designed with Todd Pieri and Steve Barnes from 2022-06-06T01:00
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Episode 203: How to Hire Top Talent with Jody Underhill of Rapid Hire Pro from 2022-05-30T01:00
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Episode 202: May - News and Notes with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2022-05-23T01:00
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Episode 201: PUL Products - Disrupting the In-Floor Cleaning Industry with Nick Ghiz&Jim Goettl from 2022-05-16T01:00
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Episode 200: Company Culture - Business Tip of the Month with Harry Geller of National Pool Partners from 2022-05-09T01:00
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Episode 199: Increase Productivity and Profitability by using the Tools of Modern Pool Professionals from 2022-05-02T01:00
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Episode 197: April - News and Notes with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2022-04-18T08:00
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Episode 196: Inflation&The Pool Industry - Don't Work Your Way Out of Business with Augusto&Justin of National Pool Partners from 2022-04-11T08:00
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Episode 195: Selling a Business vs Selling a Route - Business Tip of the Month with Chad Nikkel of National Pool Partners from 2022-04-04T08:00
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Episode 194: The Attendant - Unleashing Pool Automation's Potential with Bob, Jennifer, and Stan of Poolside Tech from 2022-03-28T08:00
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Episode 193: March - News and Notes with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2022-03-21T08:00
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Episode 192: Building Passive Income and Retirement with YouTuber&Pool Pro Coach David Van Brunt from 2022-03-14T08:00
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Episode 191: De-Risking Your Business - Business Tip of the Month with Justin Kuperberg of National Pool Partners from 2022-03-07T09:00
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Episode 190: @thep00lguy - TikTok Sensation and Swimming Pool Engineer Miles Laflin from 2022-02-28T09:00
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Episode 189: February - News and Notes with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2022-02-21T09:00
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Episode 188: What’s it like Selling your Company to National Pool Partners? A New Perspective on Service Industry Consolidation from 2022-02-14T09:00
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Episode 187: Managing Airbnb's - Business Tip of the Month with Bryan Banta of National Pool Partners from 2022-02-07T09:00
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Episode 186: SPLASH! - A Look into the Australian Pool Culture and Their Priorities with David and Luke from 2022-01-31T09:00
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Episode 185: January - News and Notes with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2022-01-24T09:00
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Episode 184: Running Efficient Meetings - Business Tip of the Month with Nathan White of National Pool Partners from 2022-01-10T09:00
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Episode 183: @pool_volution - Turning Over a New Leaf and Embracing Positivity with Brandon Reed from 2022-01-03T09:00
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Episode 182: 2021 Recap - Thank You for Another Amazing Year! from 2021-12-27T08:00
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Episode 181: Pool Pro's Giving Back - The Scary Christmas House Foundation with Bob Spacy Jr of Superior Pool Solutions from 2021-12-20T08:00
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Episode 180: Common HR Mistakes - Business Tip of the Month with Jessica Janiszewski of National Pool Partners from 2021-12-13T09:00
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Episode 179: Journey from Pool Tech to Expert on Heaters and Automation with Pat Burke of @poolin_aroundaz from 2021-12-06T08:00
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Episode 178: New Product Showcase with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2021-11-29T08:00
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Episode 177: Overcoming Trauma and Transforming Life’s Experiences into a Superpower with Walt McKinley from 2021-11-22T08:00
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Episode 176: Firing Customers - Business Tip of the Month with Hal Denbar of National Pool Partners from 2021-11-15T08:00
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Episode 175: Is Your Company Backed by the Google Guarantee? New&Exciting Details by Lorne Sederoff of SearchKings from 2021-11-08T09:00
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Episode 174: November - News and Notes with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2021-11-01T08:00
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Episode 173: Bryce Sirrine&Zach Singer of Beyond Pool Cleaning, PTG Uniforms, and Sun Pool&Patio from 2021-10-25T08:00
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Episode 172: Fleet Management - Business Tip of the Month with Eddie Skehan of National Pool Partners from 2021-10-18T08:00
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Episode 171: Green to Clean TikTok Star Mark Jones (@poolpr0mj) of Blue Street Pools from 2021-10-11T08:00
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Episode 170: October - News and Notes with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2021-10-04T08:00
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Episode 169: Sutro - The Future of Pool Water Chemistry Controlled by an App&Professional Reagents with Jim Conti from 2021-09-27T08:00
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Episode 168: Valuing Your Legacy - Business Tip of the Month with Justin Kuperberg of National Pool Partners from 2021-09-20T08:00
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Episode 167: AquaStar - Vertical Integration, State of The Art Research Facility&VGBA Updates with Todd Pieri&Steve Barnes from 2021-09-13T08:00
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Episode 166: September - News and Notes with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2021-09-06T08:00
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Episode 165: Leslie's Pro Website with Chad Christensen from 2021-08-30T08:00
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Episode 164: Growth Mindset - Business Tip of the Month with Chad Nikkel of National Pool Partners from 2021-08-23T08:00
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Episode 163: Farley Pool Designs - Creating Outdoor Transformations Encompassing Client Lifestyles with Mike Farley from 2021-08-16T08:00
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Episode 162: August - News and Notes with Megan Kendrick of Pool Pro Magazine from 2021-08-09T08:00
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Episode 161: Revolutionizing Pool Service Through Partnership with Augusto, Eddie, and Hal of NPP (National Pool Partners) from 2021-08-02T08:00
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Episode 160: Know Your Costs - Business Tip of the Month with Bryan Banta of National Pool Partners from 2021-07-26T08:00
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Episode 159: DOE Law and VS Pump Sales Tactics with Jeff Farlow, James Roberts, and Kevin Harms of Pentair from 2021-07-19T08:00
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Episode 158: State of the Pool Industry with Scott Frost of Fluidra from 2021-07-12T08:00
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Episode 156: Price Increase - Business Tip of the Month with Hal Denbar of National Pool Partners from 2021-06-28T08:00
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Episode 155: How the Manufacturer’s Role Should go Beyond Just Supplying Product with Brad Parker and Donny Cislo of Fluidra from 2021-06-21T08:00
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Episode 154: Thinking Like an Owner with Jack&Kevin of Skimmer + Tagging, Mass Emails, and Billing/Payments from 2021-06-07T08:00
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Episode 153: CCH® - How Cal-Hypo Tabs Could be the Answer to the Chlorine Shortage with Alan Wing from 2021-05-24T08:00
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Episode 152: The In’s and Out’s of Pool Financing with Natalie Doyle of Presidential Pools and Sarah Bess of Lyon Financial from 2021-05-10T08:00
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Episode 151: How Leslie’s is Committing to Trade Professionals Through their Pro Partner Program from 2021-05-03T08:00
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Episode 150: How Pool Service Companies Can Integrate Leak Detection with Lance&Brad of Anderson Manufacturing from 2021-04-26T08:00
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Episode 149: ACID Magic - The 90% Less Fumes Muriatic Acid Alternative with Ed Cassinis from 2021-04-19T08:00
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Episode 148: The Fundamentals of CPR Certification and Why it’s Important in the Workplace with Kerrie Zakaras from 2021-04-12T08:00
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Episode 147: Living Legendary with Industry Pioneers Al Curtis (Ask the Pool Guy)&Sandi Maki (Ask the Pool Girl) from 2021-04-05T08:00
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Episode 146: How One Idea for Improved Skimming Transformed into a Line of Innovative Pool Tools with Eric and Jenel Resh from 2021-03-29T08:00
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Episode 145: Pricing Matrix - A Guide to Determine Your Rates with Rich Gallo of Pure Swim from 2021-03-22T08:00
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Episode 144: An Introduction to Ozone with Beth Hamil of MicroPlasma Ozone Technology from 2021-03-15T08:00
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Episode 143: Shasta Pools - Astonishing Customers for 55 Years with Skip and Jeff Ast from 2021-03-08T09:00
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Episode 142: PoolRx - Save on Chlorine and Save Money with Fred Schweer from 2021-03-01T09:00
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Episode 141: Dakota Sweeney - Overcoming Adversities to Start Her Own Pool Service Business from 2021-02-22T09:00
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Episode 140: 15 Common Hydraulic&Plumbing Questions Answered by Justin Bowie of JMax Plumbing from 2021-02-15T09:00
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Episode 139: Vehicle Wraps - Maximize Your Exposure and Establish Credibility with Paul of Brandsmith&Kayne of Premier Pool Care from 2021-02-08T09:00
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Episode 138: Skimmer: Pool Software for the Modern Day Pool Professional with Jack Nelson&Ryan Hash from 2021-02-01T09:00
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Episode 137: The Future of Swimming - Healthy Water Meets Cutting Edge Swim School with Bob Hubbard&Mike Geyer from 2021-01-25T09:00
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Episode 136: The LaMotte Company - A Century of Innovation with Richard LaMotte from 2021-01-18T09:00
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Episode 135: Maximizing Program Efficiency&Team Training with Jamie Novak&Alicia Stephens from 2021-01-11T09:00
If you are like us, then you have probably been to some trade shows, walked down the aisles, and noticed specialty chemicals such as en...
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Episode 134: The Chemical Outlier with Joe Mischik of Painless Pool Care from 2021-01-04T09:00
We’re kicking off our first episode of the year with a bang. Our guest today has been a constant innovator in the industry for over 20 ...
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Episode 133: 2020 Recap - Whoa, What a Year! from 2020-12-28T09:00
The year 2020 is coming to a close and to say it has been a crazy year would be an understatement! This year started out with a bang, w...
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Episode 132: A Very Pool Chasers Christmas from 2020-12-21T09:00
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Episode 131: Utilizing Salt&UV as Alternative Sanitizer Solutions with John Rotundo&John Watt of Pentair from 2020-12-14T09:00
In this episode, we welcome John Rotundo & John Watt of Pentair to discuss the utilization of salt and UV systems as alternative saniti...
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Episode 130: Pentair Home App&IntelliSync: Overview&Install Process with Rodney McCall&Adam Key from 2020-12-07T09:00
In today’s episode, we highlight a few new items that Pentair has come out with during the pandemic. We will be covering the Pentair Ho...
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Episode 129: Cartridge Filter Anatomy&Best Practices with Frank Swindell&Mike Childress of Pentair from 2020-12-03T09:00
Today’s episode is the fourth in a four-part filter series, where we get into all thing’s cartridge filters. Our guests today explain t...
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Episode 128: DE Filter Anatomy&Best Practices with Frank Swindell&Mike Childress of Pentair from 2020-12-02T09:00
Today’s episode is the third in a four-part filter series, where we discuss all things diatomaceous earth filters, or simply DE filters...
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Episode 127: Sand Filter Anatomy&Best Practices with Frank Swindell&Mike Childress of Pentair from 2020-12-01T09:00
Today’s episode is the second in our four-part filter series, and we are talking all about sand filters. We all know what they look lik...
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Episode 126: Fundamentals of Filtration with Frank Swindell&Mike Childress of Pentair from 2020-11-30T09:00
Today’s episode is the first in a four-part series on filters. We discuss why filtration is such a vital part of a pool and spa. We tal...
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Episode 125: Get to Know the 2020 Pleatco Perfect Pool Guy/Gal Winners - Jesse Gist&Shannon Sellers from 2020-11-23T09:00
Last Thursday, Pleatco announced the winners of the 2020 Perfect Pool Guy/Gal Search. In this episode, we get to know Jesse Gist of Gal...
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Episode 124: Reuniting with Former Brothers Pool Service Repair Mechanic Danan Burns from 2020-11-16T09:00
Today’s guest reminds us of a simple, yet overlooked principle in business: The more time and care you put into serving each individual...
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Episode 123: How Solar Breeze’s New Ariel Helps You Put More Focus on Profit-Producing Activities with Paul Sim from 2020-11-09T09:00
A few weeks ago, we discussed ways to reduce chlorine usage in a pool. Today, we talk about a new product that we think can help you do...
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Episode 122: From Family Business to Boutique Agency with Nick Hauk of Pure Design Group&Elemental Acrylic from 2020-11-02T09:00
Why would a third-generation pool builder step away from the family business to start a business of their own? Today’s guest shares his...
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Episode 121: How to Combat the Chlorine Shortage by Reducing the Amount Needed and Using Alternative Methods with John Bokor from 2020-10-26T08:00
The chlorine shortage is a real problem that has become a topic of much debate in the pool industry today. How many of us actually unde...
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Episode 120: Hot Tub Fundamentals, Best Practices, and Up-Sell Tactics with Robert Stuart from 2020-10-19T08:00
In this episode, we sat down with Robert Stuart who is from Colorado Springs, Colorado. Robert has over 30 years of experience in the h...
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Episode 119: Russell Pool Company - Three Generations of Pool Building History with Lee Russell from 2020-10-12T08:00
In this episode, we had the opportunity to sit down with Lee Russell of Russell Pool Company in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Russell Pool Co...
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Episode 118: What is General Liability Insurance and Why You Need It with Danielle Bahr of SPPA from 2020-10-05T08:00
In this episode, we sat down with Danielle Bahr who is the Director of the Swimming Pool Pro Alliance (SPPA) in Temecula, California to...
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Episode 117: Journey from NFL Offensive Lineman to Lifestyle Pool Builder with Travis Scott of Unity Pools from 2020-09-28T08:00
In this episode, we sat down with Travis Scott of Unity Pools in Gilbert, Arizona. Ever since we first saw them on Instagram, we knew t...
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Episode 116: The Oceanside Glass&Tile Story with Sean Gildea and Brian Fitzgerald from 2020-09-21T08:00
In this episode, we sat down with Oceanside Glass & Tile’s CEO Sean Gildea as well as their Product and Inventory Manager Brian Fitzger...
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Episode 115: Pool Closings&Winterizations with Chas Bogardus of Budd’s Pools&Spas from 2020-09-14T08:00
In this episode, we asked Chas Bogardus of Budd’s Pools & Spas bac...
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Episode 114: Why You Should Participate in the Pleatco Perfect PoolGuy/Gal Contest with Battista Remati from 2020-09-07T08:00
In this episode, we sat down with Pleatco’s Chief Marketing Office...
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Episode 113: Pentair Master Service Program with Sue Robach from 2020-08-31T08:00
In this episode, we sat down with Pentair’s National Training Manager Sue Robach to discuss the Listen
Episode 112: How to Maintain and Properly Care for Fountains with Chad Warner from 2020-08-24T08:00
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Episode 111: Building a Set Plan for Using Professional Photos Efficiently and Effectively from 2020-08-17T08:00
As business owners, we always have the best intentions when we schedule a photo shoot, but do you have a set plan for that shoot? Do you know what shots you are l...
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Episode 110: How to Use Jobber’s Software to Streamline your Service Business with Chris Gardner from 2020-08-10T08:00
In this episode, we sat down with one of Jobber’s experts Chris Gardner to discuss the software that changed our business. This day and...
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Episode 109: Pool Plumbing Fundamentals and Best Practices with Justin Bowie of JMax Plumbing from 2020-08-03T08:00
We have noticed over the years, that when you tell someone you work in the swimming pool industry, they automatically think that you ca...
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Episode 108: Pool Lighting 101 with Zack Pickard of Pentair from 2020-07-27T08:00
In this episode, we sat down with Pentair’s heater and lighting project manager Zack Pickard for a crash course on all things pool ligh...
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Episode 107: 5 Ways to Make Your Email Communication More Efficient from 2020-07-20T08:00
You may be wondering why Email? Well, the fact is that every day, millions of emails are sent from companies to their customers and sup...
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Episode 106: Pool&Electrical Products (PEP) with Scott Keck and David White from 2020-07-13T08:00
In this episode, we had the opportunity to sit down with Pool & Electrical Products (PEP) Sales Manager...
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Episode 105: What to Look for When Partnering with a General Contractor or Pool Builder with Brad Leavitt, Jeromey Naugle, and John Martese from 2020-07-06T08:00
In this special episode, we sat down with Brad Leavitt of AFT Construction, Jeromey Naugle of Premier Paradise, and John Martese of On-...
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Episode 104: The Carbon Fiber Pole that Challenges the Industry Standard with Joe Sr, Joe Jr, and Ben of Primate Pool Tools from 2020-06-29T08:00
In this episode, we sat down with Joe Sr, Joe Jr, and Ben of Primate Pool Tools. They are the creators of the industry’s first carbon f...
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Episode 103: Cleaners 101 - Suction Side, Pressure Side, and Robotic Cleaners with John and Brian of Pentair from 2020-06-22T08:00
In this episode, we sat down with John Rotundo and Brian King from Pentair to discuss suction side, pressure side, and robotic pool cle...
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Episode 102: Google Marketing 101 and Why Your Business Needs It with Lorne Sederoff of SearchKings from 2020-06-15T08:00
Have you ever asked yourself what is SEO, or what does SEO stand for? Have you heard the term SEM and wondered what exactly is search e...
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Episode 101: 8 Bad Habits That Are Costing You Money with Eric Knight of Orenda Technologies from 2020-06-08T08:00
In this episode, Eric Knight from Orenda joins us again, but this time it is to discuss eight bad habits that are costing you money. We...
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Episode 100: Tyler&Greg’s Story - Our Polar Opposite Pasts and How One Moment in Time Formed an Unbreakable Brotherhood from 2020-06-01T08:00
Episode 100 is here and we can’t believe it! We have interviewed a ton of people over the last few years and while doing so, we have di...
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Episode 99: Pentair IntelliCenter Overview with Kevan Cooper from 2020-05-25T08:00
In this episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down remotely with Kevan Cooper who is the Sr. IOT Product Manager for Pentair. We aske...
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Episode 98: Mitch Katz - Land of Elite: Why Systems, Processes, and Coaching are Key to Making Progress from 2020-05-18T08:00
We had the pleasure of sitting down with Mitch Katz who is the General Manager at Land of Elite and the current President of NESPA. We ...
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Episode 97: Pool Openings with Chas Bogardus of Budd’s Pools&Spas from 2020-05-11T08:00
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Episode 96: Industry Crossover - Brian Fullerton: Stop Making Excuses and Put in the Work from 2020-05-04T08:00
This week we sat down with Brian Fullerton of Brian’s Lawn Maintenance and the Fullerton Unfiltered Podcast. Brian is doing some amazin...
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Episode 95: Orenda Technologies - Eric Knight: Why You Should Start Using the Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) from 2020-04-27T08:00
We had the opportunity to sit down with Eric Knight of Orenda Technologies to discuss the Langelier Saturation Index also referred to a...
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Episode 94: Lyon Financial with Sarah Bess: How to Offer Pool Financing Options to Your Customers from 2020-04-20T08:00
In this episode, we sat down with Sarah Bess who is the Director of Marketing and Dealer Services for Lyon Financial. She jokingly refe...
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Episode 93: Bianchi Design - Kirk Bianchi: Luxury Pool Design Inspired by Art, Architecture, and Photography from 2020-04-13T08:00
In this episode, we sat down with Kirk Bianchi who is the owner of Bianchi Design and whose mission is to transform ordinary backyards ...
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Episode 92: COVID-19 Coronavirus: Pool Industry Resources with Sabeena, Janay, and Jennifer of PHTA from 2020-04-06T08:00
In this episode we sat down with Sabeena Hickman, Janay Rickwalder...
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Episode 91: Structure Studios with Noah Nehlich: Analyzing the Leading 3D Pool Design Software from 2020-03-30T08:00
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Episode 90: 1099 Independent Contractor or W-2 Employee: Breaking Down the Difference with Rich, Javier, and Dustin from 2020-03-23T08:00
This episode threw quite a curveball at us, we were on our way to Long Beach and were prepared to record our final stop of the live tou...
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Episode 89: Approaching the Pool Industry Using a Corporate World Mindset with Mike and Jacob of Sparkle&Splash Pool Care from 2020-03-16T08:00
In this episode, we sat down with Mike and Jacob of Sparkle and Splash Pool Care. Mike & his wife Amy...
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Episode 87: Leak Detection with Lance and Brad of Anderson Manufacturing Company from 2020-03-02T09:00
For this episode, we sat down with Lance Anderson and Brad Madison of Anderson Manufacturing Company to discuss all things leak detecti...
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Episode 86: How Riptide Pool Vacuum Systems Transformed a Market with David&Matt from 2020-02-24T09:00
In this episode, we sat down with David Sargent and Matt Lopez to discuss the Riptide Pool Vacuum System. We really enjoyed this episod...
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Episode 85: LIVE Episode! Lucas Congdon of Lucas Lagoons from 2020-02-17T09:00
Another stop of the live tour is in the books and it was a great one! We had the opportunity to interview Lucas Congdon of Lucas Lagoon...
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Episode 84: Keeping Your Reputation Intact While Continuing to Grow the Business with Tony Arredondo from 2020-02-10T09:00
In this episode we had the opportunity to interview our good friend Tony Arredondo of The Pool Guys of Tampa Bay - Tampapoolpro.com. He...
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Episode 83: LIVE Episode! PHTA President&CEO: Sabeena Hickman from 2020-02-03T09:00
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Episode 82: LIVE Episode! Hiring and Retaining Employees with Matt&Nick of Gohlke Pools from 2020-01-27T09:00
For over 50 years, Gohlke Pools has been a pioneer in family backyard living. Since 1958, when Gene Gohlke built one of Denton’s first ...
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Episode 81: LIVE Episode! Rondo Pools: Bob&Kevin Rondeau from 2020-01-20T09:00
Stop two of our LIVE tour was in our hometown of Phoenix, AZ and we had the pleasure of interviewing Bob and Kevin Rondeau of Rondo Poo...
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Episode 80: Pentair IntelliConnect Overview, Quick Start Guide, and Setup with Rodney McCall and Brian King from 2020-01-13T09:00
In this episode, we sat down with Rodney McCall and Brian King to discuss the Pentair IntelliConnect. When these first came out we were stoked to be able to have ...
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Episode 79: Behind the Scenes at Aqua Magazine with Scott Webb and Cailley Hammel from 2020-01-06T09:00
In this episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing Scott Webb who is the Executive Editor and Cail...
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Episode 78: 2019 Highlight Reel - Thank You for a Great Year! from 2019-12-30T09:00
2019 has been an incredible year for all of us here at Pool Chasers. We achieved some great milestones this year. We started doing the podcast full time, spoke at...
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Episode 77: Committing to Education is Essential for Success with Tom Sheehy from 2019-12-23T09:00
We had the opportunity to sit down with Tom Sheehy of Crystal Clear Custom Pools which is located in Waxahachie, TX. Tom credits getting educated as to the main r...
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Episode 76: CPO License - Why You Should Have it and How to Utilize it to Your Advantage with Katie Crysdale from 2019-12-16T09:00
Often the CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certification is overlooked because traditionally it was only needed for commercial pool operators. We sat down with Katie...
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Episode 75: Viewing Life’s Challenges as Opportunities to Improve with John Martese of On Demand Design Concepts from 2019-12-09T09:00
From a young age, John has been overcoming what life has thrown at him. His father left at the age of 2 and he was raised by his mother. Along with his mother, he...
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Episode 74: Pumps 101 - Pentair Intellifo, VS Technology, and DOE Laws with Jeff, Ryan, Brian, and Randy from 2019-12-02T09:00
In this episode of the podcast, we interviewed Jeff Farlow, Ryan Weaver, Brian King, and Rodney McCall from Pentair to discuss variable speed pumps. Variable spee...
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Episode 73: Averi Edwards - Pleatco Perfect PoolGal 2019 from 2019-11-25T09:00
In this episode, Averi Edwards joined us remotely from Wichita, Kansas. Averi is now officially the Pleacto Perfect PoolGal for 2019! We got to meet her in New Or...
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Episode 72: LIVE Episode! Pool Kings: Kyle&Justin Peek from 2019-11-18T09:00
We kicked off the Live Podcast Tour in New Orleans and it was a big success! We had an amazing time with everyone that attended and want to thank you all again fo...
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Episode 71: How Boxing and the Marine Corps Shaped a Pool Remodeling Company’s Principles with Michael Sandoval from 2019-11-11T09:00
On this special Veterans Day episode, we were honored to sit down with Michael Sandoval who is the owner of Above & Beyond Pool Remodeling. Michael served 15 year...
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Episode 70: Relationships Between Pool Service&Pool Remodel Companies with Alan and Jeff Smith from 2019-11-04T09:00
Relationships between pool service companies and pool remodel companies can be touchy at times, especially if something goes wrong with...
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Episode 69: Changing the Way the World Thinks About Water with Harold Evans of Orenda Technologies from 2019-10-28T08:00
In this episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Harold Evans who is the Chairman and CEO of Orenda Technologies. We used PR-1...
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Episode 68: Heaters 101 - Pentair MasterTemp and Max-E-Therm Heater Overview with Zack Pickard, Matt Huntley, and Carlos Gomez from 2019-10-21T08:00
Understanding a heater can be one of the most challenging things in our industry, it definitely was one of the most challenging aspects...
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Episode 67: Fiberglass Pools - The River Pools Way with Jason Hughes, Aaron Daley, and Cristian Shirilla from 2019-10-14T08:00
Being from Arizona, we have not had much exposure to fiberglass pools and we wanted to know more about them, so we took a trip to Warsaw, Virginia to learn from t...
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Episode 66: Improve Your Business&Meet New Customer Expectations By Using a Detailed Pool/Spa Assessment Checklist with Michael&Jason from 2019-10-07T08:00
We were excited to have our mentor Michael Dennis of X-Pools back in the studio to share some of his knowledge. Since we have known him, Michael has been excellen...
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Episode 65: Greg Garrett Tribute from 2019-09-30T08:00
This episode is dedicated to our mentor and good friend Greg Garrett. On August 20th, 2019, the industry lost one of its greats. Greg meant so much to so many peo...
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Episode 64: What’s New This Year at the International PSP Expo with Donovan Shanahan from 2019-09-23T08:00
In this episode we interviewed Donovan Shanahan who is the Associate Sales Manager for the International Pool, Spa, and Patio Expo. We ...
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Episode 63: Pentair’s History, Mission, Brand, and Industry Support with De’Mon Wiggins&Steve Zorn from 2019-09-16T08:00
In this episode, we sat down with Pentair’s Vice President-Business Unit Leader Pool De’Mon
Episode 62: Overcoming the Millennial Stereotype to Run a Successful Pool Service Company with Kayne Zamorano of Premier Pool Care from 2019-09-09T08:00
In this episode, we sit down with our friend and owner of Premier Pool Care Kayne Zamorano. At the age of 22, Kayne has built not only a successful service compan...
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Episode 61: Breaking Down In-Floor Systems with Greg Huber&Scott Bushey of A&A Manufacturing from 2019-09-02T08:00
In this episode, we interview Greg Huber and Scott Bushey of A&A M...
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Episode 60: How Utilizing an NPT Design Center Can Change Your Business with Abel De Loera of National Pool Tile from 2019-08-26T08:00
In this episode, we sit down with Abel De Loera of National Pool...
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Episode 59: What You Need to Know When Taking on Commercial Pools with Katie Crysdale of Lakeview Aquatic Consultants LTD from 2019-08-19T08:00
In this episode, we sit down with Katie Crysdale of Lakeview Aquat...
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Episode 58: Exploring an Alternative Method to Help you Clean a Pool with Paul Sim of Solar Breeze from 2019-08-12T08:00
We had the pleasure of sitting down with Paul Sim who is the President of Solar Pool Technologies. We asked Paul to be on the show beca...
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Episode 57: How Attending One IPSSA Meeting Changed Our Perspective with Steve Ward and Marc Cannon from 2019-08-05T08:00
In this episode, we interview Steve Ward and Marc Cannon. Steve is the current President of the East Valley IPSSA Chapter and the owner of Arizona Pool Water Recy...
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Episode 56: Visualize and Learn the Possibilities and Opportunities of Renovations with Rick Chafey from 2019-07-29T08:00
In this episode with sat down with Genesis SWD Master Rick Chafey ...
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Episode 55: Alan Smith: How Hard Work and Discipline Transformed this Mixer Man into the Owner of the #1 Pool Renovation Company from 2019-07-22T08:00
In this episode, we interview Alan Smith of Alan Smith Pools. Alan’s Journey started in 1974 when he became a mixer man for De Mar Baro...
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Episode 54: Fireside/Poolside Chat: How These Pool Builders use Outdoor Furniture to Increase Profits from 2019-07-15T08:00
In this episode we had the pleasure of sitting down with several industry experts and even better, we got to do it poolside! Joining us for the chat is Ledge Lounger F...
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Episode 53: Make a Choice, Are You a Professional or Are You Just Skimming Leaves with Javier Payan of Payan Pool Service from 2019-07-08T08:00
In this episode, we interview industry leader Javier Payan of Payan Pool Service. Javier is also the chapter President of the PHTA San ...
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Episode 52: Learning Social Media&Branding with Ledge Lounger Marketing Director Jacy Walkup from 2019-07-01T08:00
In this episode, we interview Jacy Walkup who is the marketing director at Ledge Lounger. We knew we had to get Jacy on the podcast because Ledge Lounger as a tea...
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Episode 51: Liquid Evolution Pools: Providing Quality Craftsmanship and Embracing Collaboration over Competition with John and Gordon from 2019-06-24T08:00
In this episode we interview our good friends John Smieszek and Go...
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Episode 50: Work Life Balance, Support Systems, and Staying Focused on Your Goal with Tyler’s Wife Megan Rasmussen from 2019-06-17T08:00
Episode 50, what a milestone for the Pool Chasers community! In this episode we thought we would do something a little different and gi...
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Episode 49: Paving the Way for Those that Desire to Perform at the Highest Level with Brian Van Bower the Co-Founder of Genesis from 2019-06-10T08:00
In this episode we interview Genesis Ambassador and Co-Founder Brian Van Bower. Brian is also an SWD Master, CEO of Aquatic Consultants...
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Episode 48: Providing High Quality Concierge Pool Service with Rich Gallo of Pure Swim from 2019-06-03T08:00
In this episode we sit down with Pure Swim founder and CEO Rich Gallo. Pure Swim is a high end maintenance and repair company based out of the San Fernando Valley California. Rich has...
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Episode 47: How Making HR a Priority Can Create a Strong Company Culture with Ruben Galvan of Zodiac from 2019-05-27T08:00
In this episode we interview Ruben Galvan who is the Vice President of training and organizational development for Fluidra (Zodiac/Jandy). We discuss the importance of HR and why maki...
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Episode 46: Running a Legitimate Commercial Pool Business&“Why Yelp Isn’t For Me” with Dustin Anderson of Precision Aquatics from 2019-05-20T08:00
In this episode we interview our good friend and the owner of Precision Aquatics, Dustin Anderson. His company focusses primarily on the commercial pool maintenance sector of the indu...
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Episode 45: Genesis Co-Founder, Industry Leader, and Robb Report’s “Worlds Most Influential Swimming Pool Designer” Skip Phillips from 2019-05-13T08:00
In this episode we sat down with Skip Phillips who is the co-founder of Genesis, founder of Questar Pools, and Robb Report’s “worlds most influential swimming pool designer” Skip has ...
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Episode 44: What is the "Think Like an App" Mentality with Neal Polachek from 2019-05-06T08:00
In this episode we interview Neal Polachek who is the owner and creator of think like an app and has been a mentor to many small businesses in his career.
We were lu...
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Episode 43: Tim Murphy: Arizona’s #1 Builder and CEO of Presidential Pools, Blue Square, and Pebble Radiance. from 2019-04-29T08:00
In this episode we interview an Arizona Legend! We sat down with Tim Murphy who is the founder and CEO of Presidential Pools, Spas, and Patio as well as Blue Square and Pebble Radianc...
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Episode 42: Education, Professionalism, and Knowing Your Worth with YouTube Sensation Erik Taylor AKA The Chlorine King from 2019-04-22T08:00
In this episode we interview the Chlorine King himself Erik Taylor. Erik is the owner of Chlorine King Pool Service, the host of the Chlorine King Podcast, and of course the creator o...
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Episode 41: Journey from Pool Maintenance to SWD Master Builder with David Penton of Fluid Dynamics from 2019-04-15T08:00
In this episode we interview David Penton. David is the CEO of Fluid Dynamics Pool and Spa in Fullerton, California. Fluid Dynamics is a certified SWD Master within the Society of Wat...
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Episode 40: Merger of APSP&NSPF Into The Pool and Hot Tub Alliance Questions Answered by Larry Caniglia and Chris Curcio from 2019-04-08T08:00
In this episode we interview The Pool and Hot Tub Alliance President and CEO Larry Caniglia and Chairman Chris Curcio. We dive into the answers to several questions we have been heari...
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Episode 39: Water Safety and Drowning Prevention with Alissa Magrum of Colin's Hope from 2019-04-01T08:00
In this episode we interview Alissa Magrum of Colin's Hope. Colin's Hope is a nonprofit organization that was started in honor of Colin Holst who drowned in a lifeguarded pool at the ...
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Episode 38: Reverse Osmosis Technology with Bruce and Ken of Pure Water Industries from 2019-03-25T08:00
In this episode we interview Bruce Wettstein and Ken Scheer who are the owners of Pure Water Industries. Pure water industries <...
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Episode 37: Green to Clean, Yellow Out, and Algae Chat with Chris Marcano from 2019-03-14T08:00
In this episode we discuss Coral Seas products Green to Clean and Yellow Out as well as Algae. Chris refers to an algae spore as Listen
Episode 36: Pool Perfect and Enzyme Chat with Chris Marcano from 2019-03-13T08:00
In this episode we discuss what enzymes are exactly and how they are used. We discuss how Pool Perfect and Spa Perfect work and that th...
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Episode 35: Phos Free and Phosphate Chat with Chris Marcano from 2019-03-12T08:00
In this episode we dive into phosphates, what they are exactly, and how they are a fuel for algae blooms. We discuss Natural Chemistry’...
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Episode 34: Chris Marcano, Director of Training and Education for Natural Chemistry, SeaKlear, and Coral Seas from 2019-03-11T08:00
In this episode we interview our friend and industry leader Chris Marcano. Chris is the Director of Training and Education for NC Brand...
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Episode 33: Pool Podcast Coach, Business Relationships,&Fire Thrower Brett Gereau of Advanced Pool Specialists from 2019-02-25T09:00
In this episode we interview our friend and one of our mentors Brett Gereau of Advanced Pool Specialists. Advanced Pool Specialists is what Brett does now, but he has had quite the jo...
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Episode 32: Jimi Smith The Photographer&His Nomad Journey from 2019-02-11T09:00
In this episode we interview our favorite photographer Jimi Smith. Jimi has an amazing and unique story that he shares with us. From growing up in Georgia, to living on the island of ...
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Episode 31: Jandy Quitting the Internet with Brad Parker from 2019-01-28T10:00
In this episode we interview Brad Parker who is the Director of Digital and Brand Marketing for Zodiac. He came in to talk to us all about Jandy Quitting the Internet! This is a hot t...
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Episode 30: We Sold Brothers Pool Service To Give Pool Chasers 100 Percent with Greg, Tyler, and Kyle from 2019-01-14T15:05:33
In this episode we make a very BIG announcement! We have officially sold Brothers Pool Service accounts to move into Pool Chasers full time! We love the pool industry and are so passi...
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The Pool and Spa Show Powered by NESPA with Dominick Mondi from 2019-01-07T11:00
We had the pleasure of interviewing the Executive Director of The Northeast Spa & Pool Association Dominick Mondi. We got a chance to discuss The Pool and Spa Show in Atlantic City an...
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Southwest Pool and Spa Show with Michael Miller from 2019-01-03T11:00
We had the pleasure of interviewing the President of the Southwest Pool and Spa Show Michael Miller. We got a chance to discuss the show and some of the great benefits of attending. A...
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Episode 29: Ledge Lounger with Christopher Anderson from 2018-12-31T14:37:32
We are honored to have our last episode of the year be with Ledge Lounger founder and president Christopher Anderson.
For the second year in a row, Ledge Lounger is ranked as one of the f...
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Episode 28: Doc Dean's Pools with James Burns from 2018-12-17T11:00
In this episode we interview James Burns of Doc Dean's Pools. We love how aggressive they are being with the social media world as we have been all about that from the very beginning....
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Episode 27: 40 Years of Evolution Through the Eyes of Greg Garrett from 2018-12-03T16:33:57
In this episode we interview Greg Garrett. Greg is an expert in Water Chemistry and Pool Surfaces. Greg is the current owner of Applied Material Technologies and the former Technical ...
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Episode 26: Service Manager Discussion with Kyle Auld from 2018-11-19T12:00
In this episode we interview the service manager for our very own Brothers Pool Service and Repair Mr. Kyle Auld. This was so fun for all of us since Kyle is such a big part of our te...
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Reflections: Pool Chasers First Ever Trade Show and Mixer from 2018-11-19T12:00
In this reflection episode we have Kyle Auld join us since he was a huge part of our 3 man team while we were in Vegas. We recap our experience at the International Pool, Spa, and Pat...
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Episode 25: The Las Vegas International PSP Expo with Tracy Garcia from 2018-10-22T14:06:38
In this episode we interview the Director of the International Pool, Spa, and Patio Expo Tracy Garcia. We go over why the show was started and why education is so important to them. Listen
Episode 24: The Pioneer Behind the #1 Swimming Pool Channel on YouTube and More with David Van Brunt from 2018-10-08T14:46:22
In this episode we interview the pioneer behind the #1 swimming pool channel on YouTube David Van Brunt. It was a true honor to interview David as he has been one of our mentors for a...
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Episode 22: Phosphates, Nitrates, and Algaecides with Wayne Ivusich from Taylor Technologies from 2018-10-01T08:00
In this fifth episode of the educational mini series, we discuss Phosphates, Nitrates, and Algaecides. Wayne Ivusich from Taylor Technologies has a very good understanding of the topi...
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Episode 21: TDS with Wayne Ivusich from Taylor Technologies from 2018-09-28T08:00
In this fourth episode of the educational mini series, we discuss TDS. Wayne Ivusich from Taylor Technologies has a very good understanding of the topic and we hope you guys enjoy the...
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Episode 20: Cyanuric Acid and Calcium Hardness with Wayne Ivusich from Taylor Technologies from 2018-09-27T08:00
In this third episode of the educational mini series, we discuss Cyanuric Acid and Calcium Hardness. Wayne Ivusich from Taylor Technologies has a very good understanding of the topic ...
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Episode 19: PH and Alkalinity with Wayne Ivusich from Taylor Technologies from 2018-09-26T08:00
In this second episode of the educational mini series, we discuss PH and Alkalinity. Wayne Ivusich from Taylor Technologies has a very good understanding of the topic and we hope you ...
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Episode 18: Chlorine and Bromine with Wayne Ivusich from Taylor Technologies from 2018-09-25T07:00
In this first episode of the mini series, we discuss chlorine and bromine along with other sanitizing options. Wayne Ivusich from Taylor Technologies has a very good understanding of ...
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Episode 18: Chlorine and Bromine with Wayne Ivusich from Taylor Technologies from 2018-09-25T07:00
In this first episode of the mini series, we discuss chlorine and bromine along with other sanitizing options. Wayne Ivusich from Taylor Technologies has a very good understanding of ...
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Episode 17: Taylor Technologies with Wayne Ivusich from 2018-09-24T14:06:22
In this episode we interview Wayne Ivusich from Taylor Technologies. We have wanted Taylor on since the beginning so we are so stoked that they agreed to send Wayne down to Scottsdale...
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Episode 16: Why We Started Pool Chasers&Upcoming Event in Las Vegas from 2018-09-10T11:00
Welcome to sweet episode 16. In this episode you will be listening to Greg and Tyler discuss the early beginnings of Pool Chasers and why building up this communi...
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Episode 15: Red Rock Contractors with Rick Chafey from 2018-08-27T13:09:09
In this episode we interview Founder and Co-Owner of Red Rock Contractors and Red Rock Pools and Spas Rick Chafey. We discuss how Rick got started and how he has fully immersed himsel...
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Episode 14: Stand Out Online with Kim Olson of Broadly from 2018-08-13T17:39:35
In this episode we interview our friend Kim Olson who works for Broadly. We discuss how to stand out online. We have known Kim for several years now and she is one of our best go to c...
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Episode 13: Pool Pro Magazine with Megan Kendrick from 2018-07-30T15:32:11
In this episode we interview Megan Kendrick who is the owner of Pool Pro Magazine. It was such an honor for us as Pool Pro is our favorite magazine in the industry. Reason being is, i...
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Reflections: Pool Chasers Merch from 2018-07-26T08:00
In this episode we discuss how to get Merchandise AKA Swag!
Just go to https...
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Episode 12: Swimming Pool Hydraulics&Business Operations with JMax&Premier Paradise from 2018-07-16T16:30:08
In this episode we interview Justin Bowie from JMax Plumbing and Jeromey Naugle from Premier Paradise.
It is an episode jammed packed full of knowledge as Justin dis...
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Episode 11: Jobber with Sam Pillar from 2018-07-02T15:52:30
In this episode with interview Jobber’s CEO Sam Pillar. This episode is jammed full of content about business. Sam discusses how he and his partner Forrest met in a coffee shop and tu...
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Episode 10: Artisan Elements with Trevor Tipton from 2018-06-18T14:33:53
In this episode we interview Trevor Tipton who is the owner of Artisan Elements in Scottsdale Arizona.
We had a great time with Trevor. He is a custom pool builder w...
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Episode 9: Patriot Pool and Spa with Hal Denbar from 2018-06-04T21:12:09
In this episode we interviewed Hal Denbar from Patriot Pool and Spa in Austin Texas. Hal's story is awesome and we are so excited to share it with you guys.
It is ja...
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Episode 8: PoolRx with Fred Schweer from 2018-05-21T13:56:33
In this episode we interview Fred Schweer from PoolRx. We have been friends with Fred for several years now. He has introduced us to this product that has ...
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Episode 7: Bobe Water&Fire Features with Kris&Julie from 2018-05-07T13:00
It was our pleasure to interview Bobe’ Owners Kris and Julie. We have seen their products in the field for years and also met them at trade shows in the past, but were very intrigued once we fou...
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Episode 6: Premier Paradise with Jeromey Naugle from 2018-04-23T15:08:18
In this episode we interview our first pool builder. We sat down with Jeromey Naugle of Premier Paradise. He is a huge inspiration to us and one of the best design minds in the country. Listen
Episode 5: X-Pools with Michael Dennis from 2018-04-09T13:38:40
We were so excited to finally get to interview our mentor and friend Michael Dennis of X-Pools.
There is a ton of great advice in this episode. Michael has 20+ years in the industry and ...
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Episode 4: SCP with Mark Hernandez from 2018-03-26T14:41:37
We had the pleasure of interviewing Mark Hernandez from SCP. Mark has been a great asset for us at Brothers Pool Service.
Greg went into SCP one day and asked if there was anyone they kn...
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Episode 3: Yelp with Sophie Lapkin from 2018-03-12T16:29:05
We had the pleasure of interviewing Sophie Lapkin from Yelp, Sophie is a Local business partner here in the Phoenix Metro area.
We get asked quite a bit about how we grew our business so...
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Reflections: 2018 Zodiac Business Symposium&Expo from 2018-03-06T16:18:05
This is the first Reflection on the Pool Chasers Podcast. The Reflections are bonus episodes that we will do periodically to share our thoughts and experiences. This particular Reflection will ...
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Episode 2: Ed&The Swimming Pool Warehouse from 2018-02-26T06:00
We had the pleasure of interviewing Ed from The Swimming Pool Warehouse. As we discussed in the first episode, Tyler’s first and only job in the industry was at The Swimming Pool Warehouse.
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How We Started Brothers Pool Service from 2018-02-12T13:06:52
It has been a few months in the making, but Here It Is! In this episode Greg and Tyler discuss, well Greg and Tyler. We are so excited to share part of our story with you guys!
We discus...
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Episode 0: Introduction to the Pool Chasers Podcast from 2018-01-19T19:39:47
In this episode creators Greg Villafana and Tyler Rasmussen discuss what you will expect from the Pool Chasers Podcast. It is a podcast for the pool and spa industry by two guys who are actually...
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Episode 0: Introduction to the Pool Chasers Podcast from 2018-01-19T12:39:47
In this episode creators Greg Villafana and Tyler Rasmussen discuss what you will expect from the Pool Chasers Podcast. It is a podcast for the pool and spa industry by two guys who are actually...
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