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Take a dip in the pool with Shawn, Todd, Travis, and special guest, Alley, as they dive into movies about swimming pools.
Front Row Classics is celebrating the start of summer! We welcome back author John Malahy to count down the top 5 swimming pools in movie history. from the Golden Age to the 80s, Brandon and John discuss how pools have played important roles both aesthetically and dramatically.
Welcome to Summer! Front Row Classics is celebrating the start of summer! We welcome back author John Malahy to count down the top 5 swimming pools in movie history. from the Golden Age to the 80s, Brandon and John discuss how pools have played important roles both aesthetically and dramatically. Don't forget to follow/reach us … Continue reading Ep. 451-Top 5 Swimming Pools with John Malahy →
One cheap tool upgrade can save you the most expensive thing on your route: time. We get practical about the small pool service choices that prevent “can you come back today?” calls, starting with something many homeowners overlook a usable telescopic pole and a real leaf rake. When customers can skim the surface, pull debris off the bottom, and clean up before a party, your weekly service holds better and your schedule stays intact. From there, we dig into one of the most common pieces of pool equipment in the field: the Intermatic mechanical timer. We talk through what to listen for, what to look for, and why the tiny on and off trippers cause so many headaches when they bend, loosen, or drift out of position. If you service pools with variable speed pumps, we also cover a critical setup detail: when a VS pump is still wired through an old timer box, leaving trippers installed can shut the entire system down without warning. We also hit a few “working tech” favorites that make pool maintenance faster and cleaner: syncing booster pump timers for Polaris style cleaners so they only run while the main pump is on, using RV grade silicone spray on filter tank O-rings to avoid mess and extend O-ring life, and improving visibility with polarized sunglasses. Then we share a simple trick some pool pros swear by a light spray of diluted dish soap on the water surface to cut glare and make debris easier to manage during inspection and cleaning. • upgrading customers to a real leaf rake and a solid pole to reduce midweek mess and avoid callbacks• checking Intermatic timers for ticking, gear movement, and properly set on and off trippers• keeping Intermatic power constant for standalone variable speed pumps by removing trippers• setting Polaris or pressure cleaner booster timers only within the main pump run time• switching from messy lube to RV grade silicone spray to extend filter tank O-ring life• using polarized sunglasses to see through glare and catch algae sooner• spraying diluted dish soap on the surface to cut glare and pull debris to the sidesSend us Fan MailSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASAThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching: https://bit.ly/40wFE6y
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Andrea takes a deep dive into one of the most important — and often overlooked — topics in the swimming pool industry: safety. With summer approaching and pool usage increasing across the country, Andrea discusses the real-world responsibility pool professionals carry when it comes to preventing drownings, suction entrapment incidents, and avoidable tragedies. The episode opens with two heartbreaking Florida drowning stories involving young children — one at a pool party and another at an Airbnb rental property — sparking a broader conversation about accountability, supervision, and the role safety barriers play in aquatic environments. Andrea breaks down the five types of suction entrapment hazards including: Hair entrapment Limb entrapment Body entrapment Mechanical entrapment Evisceration/disembowelment She explains how these incidents occur, why they remain a serious risk even in modern pools, and why educating homeowners and clients about suction safety is critical. The discussion also explores how damaged or missing drain covers, improper flow rates, aging plastics, and poor maintenance practices can create dangerous conditions. The episode includes a detailed explanation of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool & Spa Safety Act (VGBA), including: Why VGBA compliance is about the entire hydraulic system — not just drain covers The role of dual drains and unblockable drains Safety Vacuum Release Systems (SVRS) Maximum flow ratings Drain cover life expectancy Pump sizing considerations Commercial inspection requirements Andrea also shares the tragic stories behind the legislation, including the deaths of Virginia Graeme Baker and Abigail Taylor, and how those incidents changed federal pool safety standards forever. Other topics include: Why drowning deaths are increasing in the United States The importance of swimming lessons and active supervision Water watcher programs Airbnb and short-term rental pool safety concerns Why cloudy water should never be ignored Why pool pros should document damaged safety equipment immediately Common dangerous pool games and behaviors that should be discouraged Long hair safety around suction outlets Why “touch the drain” games are a terrible idea The importance of keeping gates and barriers closed Andrea also provides listeners with an extensive list of water safety organizations and educational resources including:Pool SafelyNational Drowning Prevention AllianceAbby's HopePHTA Step Into SwimEvery Child A SwimmerCDC Healthy SwimmingThis episode serves as both a refresher and a reminder that pool safety is not a checklist — it's a culture. Whether you service residential pools, commercial facilities, vacation rentals, or aquatic centers, this conversation reinforces why education, awareness, and proactive prevention matter.Follow the Talking Pools Podcast on all major streaming platforms and join the conversation on social media. Support the showThank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media:FacebookInstagramTik TokEmail us: talkingpools@gmail.com
This week, we're talking: Morning routine optimization, TikTok controversy analysis, Jen Hamilton's bestselling journey, The Sopranos, Lost, Lincoln Memorial Swimming Pool, Time travelers, and our Hot B*tch of the Week. Wanna see JVN on stage? Get tix to the Hot & Healed Comedy Tour here. Catch Getting Better & The Monday Edit, now on YouTube! Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive content, bonus episodes, and more! www.patreon.com/jvn Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris Executive Producer, Chris McClure Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure Production support from Chad Hall Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A customer tells you “no” on a repair you know matters. Now what? We dig into the uncomfortable but real part of running a pool service business: handling resistant customers who don't want to fix equipment, don't want to spend money, or don't understand the risk you're trying to prevent. I walk through how I think about customer service in a safety-driven trade, and why the phrase “the customer is always right” can be dangerously incomplete when you're dealing with pressurized systems, electricity, and chemicals.We start with a scenario that every pool pro eventually faces: a cracked pool filter. What looks like a small crack can become a serious hazard under pressure, and I share a simple analogy that helps homeowners finally grasp the stakes. We also talk about the practical side of repairs, including why swapping only the top or bottom of a filter can be a bad bet, and why sometimes the only responsible recommendation is a full replacement.Not every customer refusal requires you to walk away, so we contrast safety-critical issues with more flexible ones, like a dead salt cell on a saltwater chlorine generator. If the customer won't replace it, we cover how to convert to a chlorine pool, what to watch for with salt levels and total dissolved solids, and how setting expectations up front can prevent surprises later. Then we zoom out to route management: the one-for-one rule, how to gracefully drop a difficult account, and why trees, debris, and ancient equipment can quietly destroy your schedule.If you want clearer boundaries, better client conversations, and a stronger pool service route, hit play. Subscribe, share this with a pool pro who needs it, and leave a review with your toughest customer pushback story.• why “the customer is always right” breaks down in pool service, plumbing, and electrical work• how to explain a cracked pool filter as a serious safety hazard• why replacing only the filter top or bottom often makes little sense• when customer refusal forces you to discontinue service• how to handle a dead salt cell by converting to a chlorine pool• how to set expectations when selling a saltwater system, including salt cell lifespan and replacement cost• using the one-for-one rule to drop unworkable accounts• how untrimmed trees can make weekly maintenance unrealistic• when old pumps and filters turn a pool into a time sink Send us Fan MailSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASAThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching: https://bit.ly/40wFE6y
PJ talks to Mick McCormack from Dolphin Swimming Club who has positive news Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Trafford Metro's Chris Malpass chats about life in the early stages of recovery from knee surgery. Confined to the sofa rather than the pool, he shares the realities of rehab, adapting training, and the mental resilience needed to stay motivated when everything stops.Helen Gorman digs into the bigger picture; what it really means for masters swimmers to keep pushing limits in their 40s and beyond and uncovers that this is far from Chris's first setback.Listen in for honest reflections and a few philosophical detours covering snooker, camper vans and crocodiles.Visit our Instagram channel @freestyle_media_swimming for lots of great video clips from our weekly podcasts.
Pool Pros text questions herehosts Steve Sherwood and Pat Rignyan from the California Pool Association take a deep dive into one of the busiest and most overlooked risk seasons in the pool industry: commercial and student housing pools. As pool professionals across the country juggle openings, CPO classes, hotels, HOAs, and large commercial accounts, Steve raises an important question many service companies never stop to ask until it's too late — how much additional liability comes with servicing high-traffic student housing and HOA pools? Pat explains that while most insurance policies don't specifically exclude commercial pools, student housing environments bring a completely different level of exposure due to heavy bather loads, parties, glass breakage, and general “shenanigans.” The conversation explores the importance of umbrella policies, understanding indemnification clauses in HOA contracts, and why pool pros should carefully review agreements before signing. The guys discuss how some HOA contracts place all responsibility on the service company regardless of fault, and why mutual indemnification language matters more than most pool operators realize. Steve also shares real-world frustrations from dealing with hotels and constantly changing management teams, highlighting how turnover, delayed approvals, and lack of communication can create operational nightmares for service companies. The episode ultimately becomes a larger conversation about trusting your gut, setting boundaries with difficult clients, pricing appropriately for high-risk work, and learning when to walk away from accounts that create more headaches than profit. For pool professionals servicing HOAs, hotels, apartment complexes, or student housing, this episode offers valuable insight into protecting both your business and your sanity. Support the showThank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media:FacebookInstagramTik TokEmail us: talkingpools@gmail.com
Patricia Yates finds Ted Layton in his pool as he apparently just fell from the sky and just fell there! And she wants him gone!The Tales of Grasmere Valley at Christmas 14 is out now! Get it on Kindle today!!!!Previous BoxsetsVolumes 1-5Volume 6-10Volume 11-15Volumes 16-20Volumes 21-25Volume 26-30Volume 31-35Volume 36-40Volume 41-45Volume 46-50 Acoustic/Folk Instrumental by Hyde - Free Instrumentals https://soundcloud.com/davidhydemusic Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/acoustic-folk-instrume... Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/YKdXVnaHfo8Sneaky Adventure by Kevin MacLeodLink:https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4383-sneaky-adventureLicense:https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
April 18, 1943 - Jack Opens Swimming Pool for the Season. Loretta Young comes for a quick PSA for War Bonds. References include Eddie Cantor, Ronald Colman, Fred Allen, Barbara Stanwick, Ann Southern, Claudette Colbert, the Tom Colins cocktail, victory gardens, and bloomers.
Interview with Anne Richmond Boston of Swimming Pool Q's. Anne was born in Louisville, Kentucky. She was a member of the church choir, took violin and ballet lessons all through elementary school. Her father was transferred to Winter Haven, Florida, for one year (where violin and ballet stopped) and then moved the family to Atlanta, Georgia. She was accepted into the high school chorus and was chosen to sing in a special chorus performing Leonard Bernstein's “Chichester Psalms.” Vocal harmonies were something she came to naturally. Perfoming “Going to the Chapel” with a band in the high school talent show was her first experience of being onstage behind a mic. She really dug it. It was about this time that the music of Janis Joplin, Grace Slick, Sandy Denny, Linda Ronstadt, Tammy Wynette, Dolly Parton, Melba Montgomery, Aretha Franklin, Judy Collins, and The Supremes took up residence in her being. She became friends with local Atlanta phenoms Thermos Greenwood (original rock band) and was invited along with a chorus of people to sing on the song “Chocolate City” for their album Pinhead Teddy. Anne was invited to become a member of the newly formed band The Swimming Pool Q's in 1978 and sang on their recordings The Deep End, The Swimming Pool Q's, and Blue Tomorrow. They continue to perform today. As a graphic designer, Anne created much of the early Swimming Pool Q's promotional material, supervised photo sessions, and designed single and album cover packaging. Leaving the Q's in 1987, Anne and her then-husband recorded The Big House of Time which was released on DB Records in 1990. It contained many originals and several cover songs, including “When You Dance” by Neil Young and “Darling Be Home Soon” by John Sebastian. T he follow up was I Should Be Happy. Anne's has had the pleasure of singing either live with, or on recordings by: Drive-By Truckers, Widespread Panic, Thermos Greenwood, Terry Adams (NRBQ), The Brains, Johnny Jenkins, Marti Jones, Syd Straw, Laurie Sargent, Julie Adams, Kelly Hogan
The ripple effect of the fuel crisis has now reached Hokitika's swimming pool, with it closing its doors tomorrow because of rising costs. The swim school's owner Reilly Enstrom spoke to John Campbell.
Anne Richmond Boston in conversation with David Eastaugh https://annerichmondboston.bandcamp.com/album/i-should-be-happy Back in the late 70s Anne Richmond Boston was a part of a then up-and-coming, young new-wave band called The Swimming Pool Q's—a band that would find a spiritual home alongside contemporaries like fellow Georgians The B-52s and R.E.M. In 2026 Boston is still (bar a few years when she had moved on from the band) playing shows as a member of the band. Indeed The Swimming Pool Q's have some shows coming up this May, information for which you can get here from their website. But there's another story to be told here. The story of how Boston set out to record the follow up to her debut solo record The Big House Of Time, only for that album (I Should Be Happy) to remain unfinished and unreleased for more than 30 years on from its original recording sessions.
Yesterday on the show, we discussed how PE in school often puts adults off exercise later in life.One listener texted in to say that the Government should provide more public swimming pools, if they are serious about people's physical and mental health.Robert joins Andrea to discuss, as well as Mary McMorrow, Interim Chief Executive Officer of Swim Ireland, Duncan Smith, Labour TD for Dublin Fingal East and more.
In this BNE 'Brand Leader' Interview podcast, Martin Killen, MD of Recotherm, provides a Swimming Pool Ventilation industry update for 2026 with a focus on best practice in the application of heat pumps for the indoor swimming pool environment within leisure centres to provide optimum energy efficiency. The interviewer for BusinessNet Explorer is Mick de Leiburne. | Podcasts, Bite Sized Learning, Building, Industry, Sector, Architects, Building Designers, Consultants, Engineers, Integrated Building Design, Construction, Building Services, Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Specifiers, Buyers. | For full product information please refer to the brand manufacturer. Link to the Recotherm profile page within the BNE Construction & Building Services | Audio Visual virtual exhibition at BusinessNet Explorer: businessnetexplorer.com/clients/recotherm/
Samantha Clark, a mother and artist, discusses her role as camp director of Camp Pegnita, a beloved summer camp in St. Louis. Established in 1947, the camp focuses on child development and interpersonal skills, with a six-acre campus featuring a pool, playground, and natural trails. The camp operates for nine weeks, serving children from kindergarten to seventh grade, with a counselor-in-training program for eighth and ninth grade students. Samantha emphasizes the importance of maintaining a 90s nostalgia feel, using analog tools, and fostering a sense of community through daily gatherings and intentional activities. They are now enrolling for summer and spots are filling quickly!A magical summer awaits at Camp Pegnita! We are an old-fashioned day-camp where campers fill their summer days with archery, arts and crafts and classic outdoor sports and games like Volleyball and Capture the Flag. Campers swim daily in our on-site outdoor pool and are given the time to explore our gorgeous six acres of land. They've even been known to build a fort or two! Campers are divided into groups, based on age and gender, with counselors assigned to each group. Our staff undergoes rigorous training to ensure that every one here has a safe and fun summer with a new adventure every day! We hope you enjoyed this podcast episode! To learn more about Moms of the Lou you can go to stlouismom.com or follow us on Instagram and Facebook. You can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast and Spotify. And don't forget to rate and review so more people can tune in! This episode was produced by St. Louis Mom. It was recorded and edited by STL Bucketlist Studios in St. Louis, Missouri.
The Daily Quiz - Sports and Leisure Today's Questions: Question 1: How Many Lanes Does An Olympic Standard Swimming Pool Have? Question 2: With which sport is Andy Murray associated? Question 3: Which country won the 1950 FIFA World Cup, hosted in Brazil? Question 4: What is the name of the poker hand that consists of three cards of one rank and two cards of another rank? Question 5: How Many Draughts Are On The Board At The Start Of A Game? Question 6: What event occurs in soccer when a defender commits a foul in their own penalty area? Question 7: Which sport is played at The Super Bowl? Question 8: Who Was Beaten By Muhammad Ali In The Bout Entitled 'The Thriller In Manilla'? Question 9: With which sport is Shane Warne associated? This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Bailey's got a weird question for us - if you could design your own swimming pool, what would you include?
Bailey's got a weird question for us - if you could design your own swimming pool, what would you include? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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After a brief hiatus from the pool industry, Mike Logan returns with a new mission. In this episode, we sit down with the longtime industry veteran to discuss Swimming Pool Sales Mastery, his new sales program designed to help pool builders strengthen their sales process and bring underperforming teams up to speed.Logan shares insights from decades in the business, running Logan Pools in Brentwood, CA, and explains where many builders are currently struggling when it comes to sales and team training. We dive into who his Swimming Pool Mastery sales system is designed for, how it works, and the practical steps companies can take to improve performance in an increasingly competitive market.Listen in on an in-depth conversation with sales guru Mike Logan about building better sales teams, creating consistent processes, and helping pool companies achieve their revenue goals through smarter sales strategy and leadership.Interested in contacting Mike Logan and learning more about Swimming Pool Sales Mastery?Email: mikelogan63@gmail.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mike.logan.338Website: https://swimmingpoolsalesmastery.com/Send us Fan MailAquaBlu MosaicsAquaBlu Mosaics is a leading provider of mosaic tile and custom mosaics for swimming pools and spas.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow Pool Magazine, the leading source for pool news on Social Media:FacebookInstagramTikTokYouTube
The hardest pool problems aren't always in the manual—they show up on the pad when the water won't move, the lid won't budge, and the cleaner sits still like a lawn ornament. We dig into the field fixes that save your day and your lungs, starting with the offline chlorinator that refuses to dissolve tablets. Learn how to open it safely, diagnose the clogged check valve elbow with the “little BB,” and stop hidden leaks by replacing brittle black tubing before it drains a pool dry. If you've ever fought a stuck lid, we explain why trichlor swells o-rings and how a fresh gasket turns a two-man wrestle into a one-minute job.High PSI and poor prime can stall an entire route, so we share the quick backwash that drops pressure in 25 to 30 seconds and brings the system back to life. When your backwash runs oddly clear, we show you the toggle trick that shakes compacted DE loose. Then we tackle the age-old question of how much DE to add back, cutting through wet versus dry confusion with practical recharge amounts that protect grid life and maintain strong flow without overloading the filter.Finally, we turn service into strategy with a cleaner plan that works. Drop in bulletproof demo cleaners like the Hayward Aquanaut or Polaris Max, set variable-speed pump RPMs correctly, and let spotless water sell itself. For budget holdouts, deploy refurbished spares—Navigators, Aquanauts, MX6s and MX8s—to prove the value over time. You'll cut manual vacuuming, keep pools cleaner all week, and win more satisfied clients with less effort. Subscribe, share with a fellow tech, and leave a review telling us the one tip you're trying on your next stop.• why offline chlorinator tablets stop dissolving• how to open chlorinators safely and replace the check valve elbow• spotting brittle black tubing before it drains a pool• freeing stuck lids by replacing swollen o-rings• using a quick backwash to drop PSI and restore flow• what to do when backwash water runs clear• practical DE recharge amounts after backwashing• demo strategies that sell cleSend a textSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASAThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching: https://bit.ly/40wFE6y
Mark Lumpkin breaks down the amenity data for Blue Ridge, one of the most popular cabin markets in the Southeast.Using insights from STR Search, this episode dives into which amenities top-performing properties are using to dominate the market—and how much additional revenue those features are generating annually.Here's what the data shows in Blue Ridge:• Hot Tubs (91%) → +$20,000+/year • Game Rooms (50%) → +$16,451/year • Home Gyms (8%) → +$9,123/year • Saunas (5%) → +$24,861/year • Swimming Pools (3%) → +$57,348/year • Mini Golf (4%) → +$14,700/yearThe biggest takeaway? In Blue Ridge, amenities drive performance.Hot tubs are essentially mandatory for top-performing cabins, while features like saunas, pools, and mini golf courses are still rare—but generating massive revenue advantages for properties that have them.If you're investing in Blue Ridge or planning upgrades to an existing cabin, this episode reveals the amenities that can help your property stand out and maximize revenue.Subscribe to the STR Investing Podcast for market data every Monday and expert guests every Friday.
This is a short, daily podcast for intermediate to advanced English learners who want to build natural English vocabulary through stories and real-life usage.In this episode of the English Like a Native Podcast, Anna continues a week on gym-related topics with an off-the-cuff discussion about swimming, focusing on the typical indoor pool experience.
"I Should Be Happy" Singer/keyboardist Anne Richmond Boston showed up on the musical timeline in the late '70s when she joined the Atlanta indie rock outfit The Swimming Pool Q's. Before the goldrush of bands like R.E.M., Soul Asylum, O Positive, Big Dipper and Poi Dog Pondering signing to major labels, The Swimming Pool Q's kind of led the way, inking deals in the mid-'80s with A&M and Capitol Records. They put out five marvelous albums, including Blue Tomorrow and The Deep End, toured with Devo and The Police and garnered a reputation for being a spot-on live act, their brand of idiosyncratic pop filled with jittery rhythms, sterling sax fills, jangling guitars and sonorous vocals. Richmond Boston left the band in 1989 but roared right back with her 1990 debut solo album Big House Of Time. Filled with soaring originals like Dreaming and covers of numbers by Neil Young, John Hiatt and The Lovin' Spoonful, Big House Of Time made a huge splash at college radio. And then? Well, Richmond Boston designed album covers, worked in graphic arts, sang with The Drive By Truckers and Widespread Panic and rejoined the Q's. And that was that. But what about the rumored follow-up to Big House Of Time? Well, it was recorded and sitting on a shelf in a closet in Richmond Boston's house. Titled I Should Be Happy, her sophomore album was worth the wait. A riveting collection that's filled with meditative and melodic numbers, I Should Be Happy is contemplative and moving and finds Richmond Boston tackling the big questions with peerless harmonic grace. www.annerichmondboston.bandcamp.com www.bombshellradio.com www.stereoembersmagazine.com www.alexgreenbooks.com Threads + BLUESKY + IG: @emberspodcast editor@stereoembersthepodcast.com
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‘Leg danglers are the swimming pool equivalent of people who stand at the end of an escalator' so says Ceire Sadlier, Irish Times contributor who suggests that we all need a lesson in pool etiquette. It is an opinion shared by Dr Clare Moriarty, a Research Fellow at the TCD Long Room Hub, so is it time we all got a lesson in how to behave in the pool?Céire and Clare join Ciara to discuss the etiquette and importance of access to pools across the country.
Tired of chasing the “perfect” pool water tester that does it all? We unpack the trade-offs behind the most trusted tools on a pro's truck and show how to build a smarter testing system that saves time, reduces cost, and delivers accurate, defensible results.First, we put the Lamotte SpinTouch under the microscope. It's blazing fast and highly accurate across a wide panel of factors, making it ideal for commercial pools, startups, and tough problem jobs. We talk candidly about the price of the unit, single-use discs, and why it's better as a specialty instrument than a daily driver. Then we compare practical alternatives—photometers like PoolLab 2.0 and ColorQ—highlighting their digital readouts, exportable logs, and dependable precision when you measure correctly.Next, we move to the workhorse of most routes: Taylor reagent kits. We break down K‑2005 vs K‑2006, explain when higher chlorine ranges matter, and show how NSF-approved chemistry, low-cost refills, and quick workflows make these kits perfect for everyday pH, alkalinity, CYA, hardness, and chlorine checks. We also redeem test strips a bit: not as your core tool, but as a fast way to spot-check water and keep your day moving, especially for spas and quick visits.By the end, you'll have a clear, simple framework: use Taylor drops for daily baselines, deploy a photometer for monthly verification and recordkeeping, lean on SpinTouch for commercial compliance, startups, and problem diagnosis, and keep strips for rapid screening. This three-tool strategy balances accuracy, speed, and cost—and it strengthens client trust when you can show numbers, trends, and certifications to back your calls.• the limits of a “perfect” water tester myth• SpinTouch speed, accuracy, and cost trade-offs• best use cases for SpinTouch on startups and commercial• photometers as affordable digital accuracy with logs• Taylor reagent kits for fast, daily baseline testing• test strips for rapid screening and time savings• NSF certification and why records matter for compliance• Send a textSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASAThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching: https://bit.ly/40wFE6y
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Bill Belichick's girl has his back, hairstyle that looks so good you need drugs and the Kelce's are doing the dang thing. Kendall has some swimming pool drama! It's also time for your Valentine's Day Warning! Everything you need to know and do!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Topics: Breaking Animal News, Use It Or Lose It, Hide N' Seek, Ellipsis BONUS CONTENT: Philip Yancey Scandal Revisited Quotes: "Intelligence doesn't keep you from sin." "Is grace not enough to transform us?" 'Remembering is warfare." "Thoughts can be consumed or dismissed." "Desires limit our views." "Intelligence and talent don't equal maturity." "We're actually supposed to be different." "This is wacky but it's also true." . . . Holy Ghost Mama Pre-Order! Want more of the Oddcast? Check out our website! Watch our YouTube videos here. Connect with us on Facebook!
Jeff Zillmer from Pentair joins the Pool Chasers Podcast to introduce IntelliVibe™, Pentair's most advanced pool lighting system yet.We explore how IntelliVibe delivers unmatched flexibility with multi-zone control, dimming across every mode, millions of color combinations, and seamless integration with Pentair automation. From accent lighting and water features to full-scale luxury pools, this episode is a deep dive into the future of pool illumination.
There's something undeniably nostalgic about vintage postcards featuring swimming pools. They capture the carefree spirit of summer, the simple joys of cooling off on a hot day, and a time when public pools were bustling centers of community life. This particular postcard, showing the Municipal Swimming Pool in Lakeland, Florida, is a perfect snapshot of mid-century Florida recreation. But what was life like when this pool was a popular spot? And what happened to it? Let's take a deep dive into the history of Lakeland and its once-thriving municipal pool... Podcast Show Notes:https://postcardinspirations.com/lakeland_municipal_swimming_pool_postcard/ Free Postcard Giveaway: https://postcardinspirations.com/postcard-giveaway Subscribe to the Podcast: https://postcardinspirations.com/podcast
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Pool Pros text questions hereThe conversation explores the complexities of insurance claims, particularly in unusual circumstances involving property damage due to weather events. The speaker shares a vivid account of a claim involving a fallen tree that caused significant damage to a pool area, illustrating the challenges faced by both homeowners and insurance adjusters in assessing and managing such incidents.TakeawaysThe role of insurance adjusters in property damage claims.Unusual incidents can complicate insurance claims.Weather events can lead to significant property damage.Visual descriptions help convey the extent of damage.Homeowners often hire multiple experts for claims.The impact of a fallen tree on property can be severe.Adjusters must navigate complex situations during assessments.Clear communication is key in insurance claims.Understanding the damage is crucial for claims processing.The emotional toll on homeowners during claims is significant.Sound bites"The whole thing was just mangled.""It looked like the Kool-Aid man had come through.""This is pretty, this is pretty f up."Chapters00:00 Weather Challenges and Pool Maintenance00:06 Building Relationships with Insurance Providers Support the showThank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com
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Danny Jenkins — Founder of ThreatLocker and the Zero-Trust RevolutionDanny Jenkins is the CEO of ThreatLocker, the leading cybersecurity company that he built alongside his wife. Hosts Jack Clabby of Carlton Fields, P.A., and Kayley Melton of the Cognitive Security Institute follow Danny's journey from a scrappy IT consultant to leading one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity companies in the world.Danny shares the moment everything changed: watching a small business nearly collapse after a catastrophic ransomware attack. That experience reshaped his mission and ultimately sparked the creation of ThreatLocker. He also reflects on the gritty early days—cold-calling from his living room, coding through the night, and taking on debt before finally landing their first $5,000 customer.Danny explains the origins of Zero Trust World, his passion for educating IT teams, and why adopting a hacker mindset is essential for modern defenders.In the Lifestyle Polygraph, Danny relates his early “revenge tech” against school bullies, the place he escapes to when celebrating big wins, and the movie franchise he insists is absolutely a Christmas classic.Follow Danny on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannyjenkins/ 00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity and ThreatLocker02:26 The Birth of ThreatLocker: A Personal Journey05:42 The Evolution of Zero Trust Security08:35 Real-World Impact of Cyber Attacks11:25 The Importance of a Hacker Mindset14:46 The Role of SOC Teams in Cybersecurity17:34 Building a Culture of Security20:23 Hiring for Passion and Skill in Cybersecurity23:44 Understanding Zero Trust: Trust No One26:32 Lifestyle Polygraph: Personal Insights and Fun29:41 Conclusion and Future of ThreatLocker
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Woman finds maggots in her croissant — and cafe gives ‘dismissive' apology - Woman finds maggots in her croissant — and cafe gives 'dismissive' apology | New York PostWinning ticket for $980 million jackpot sold in Georgia, Mega Millions - Winning ticket for $980 million jackpot sold in Georgia, Mega Millions saysHoliday Tipping Guide 2025: Who to Tip, How Much, and What to Give - Holiday Tipping Guide 2025: Who to Tip, How Much, and What to GiveLast US pennies could fetch up to $5 million after mint shuts down production - Last US pennies could fetch up to $5M after mint shuts down production | New York PostMan Discovers Treasure Worth More Than $800K While Digging a Swimming Pool in His Yard. What Happens Next Is Shocking - Man Discovers Gold Worth $800K While Digging a Swimming Pool in His YardTrouble in Toyland 2025: A.I. bots and toxics present hidden dangers - Trouble in Toyland 2025: A.I. bots and toxics present hidden dangersThe Avett Brothers, Mike Patton Team For First Album - The Avett Brothers, Mike Patton Team For First Album - SPINThe foods that make you smell more attractive - The foods that make you smell more attractiveRussian honeypot reveals how Putin's sex spies seduce Silicon Valley nerds to learn secrets - Exclusive | Russian honeypot reveals how Putin's sex spies seduce Silicon Valley nerds | New York PostSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Looking for a faster, lighter way to vacuum pools without hauling a cart? We break down the new Shrimp kit and stack it against the trusted Bottom Feeder to help you decide what actually fits your route, your pools, and your budget. From first impressions to field use, we get specific about size, throat diameter, runtime, handling, and durability—so you can choose based on results, not hype.We start with why compact vacuums are trending and where plastic mini units fall short for pros: limited lifespans, hard-to-find parts, and hidden replacement costs. Then we dig into the Shrimp's pro-grade build—LiFePO4 battery rated for 1,500 to 2,000 cycles, about 2.5 hours of runtime, a sealed magnetic switch designed to beat water intrusion, stainless threaded parts, and brass-plated connectors. You'll hear how a five-inch throat keeps suction feeling strong, why the smaller footprint is a win on steps, spas, fountains, and water features, and what changes when you pull backward with a lighter head.If you've relied on the Bottom Feeder, you'll appreciate the context. Its wider head covers more with each pass and stays planted, making it a great match for routes with moderate to heavy debris. The Shrimp trims size without losing effectiveness, trading coverage for agility and making quick spot vacs painless. We also cover runtime versus charge time, the included 120-micron bag, the carry handle and 20-foot pole extension, and the current $1,199 price point—plus when that investment beats a cycle of disposable plastic vacs.By the end, you'll have a clear framework: Bottom Feeder for broader coverage and heavier leaf loads; Shrimp for precision, light-debris routes, and tight spaces. Many techs will benefit from carrying both, using the Shrimp as the compact, go-anywhere solution and the Bottom Feeder as the primary workhorse. Ready to upgrade your setup and save time on every stop? Subscribe, share this episode with a fellow pool pro, and leave a review with the cleaner you'd choose and why.We unpack how the Shrimp compares to the Bottom Feeder, froSend us a textSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASAThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching: https://bit.ly/40wFE6y
We recap NHK Trophy, including the return of the Shibutanis, the decline of the free dance, and the rise of the Q.
Lisa Holladay is the first Chief Experience Officer at TIGER 21, where she crafts learning, access, and connection for a global community of ultra-high-net-worth, largely first-generation entrepreneurs. Formerly the global brand leader for The Ritz-Carlton and a luxury portfolio lead at Marriott, Lisa brings a rare guest-centric lens to designing unforgettable moments online and off. Susan and Lisa talk about privacy, personalization, and peer-to-peer power. What You'll Learn About: • How Shakespeare and student teaching shaped Lisa's storytelling superpowers • The pantyhose policy heard 'round the world • Why "over-engineered" hotel rooms (hi, mystery nightlights) kill delight • Turning virtual events from sleepy streams into sparky, small-group salons • TIGER 21's Learn–Access–Connect framework for members who "have everything" • Designing money-can't-buy moments (like lunch on a Costa Rican cane-sugar farm) • Hosting without being subservient: "ladies and gentlemen serving ladies and gentlemen," updated • Measuring what matters: retention, sold-out events, and the "you can feel it" factor • The next luxury frontier: invisible security and privacy as core experience • Breaking the ballroom mold—escaping the sea of sameness in event design Our Top Three Takeaways 1. Storytelling and Empathy Are the Heart of Hospitality Lisa traces her career from Shakespearean acting to luxury marketing, showing that storytelling, performance, and understanding your audience are universal skills. Whether crafting a brand narrative or leading a guest experience, she believes the best hospitality professionals think like empathetic storytellers—anticipating needs, creating emotional resonance, and delivering "the right kind of drama." 2. Exceptional Experiences Are Built on Authenticity and Human Connection From Ritz-Carlton to Tiger 21, Lisa emphasizes that the most meaningful luxury isn't opulence—it's authenticity, access, and connection. At Tiger 21, she and her team design "money-can't-buy" moments that surprise even ultra–high-net-worth members, like an unglamorous but deeply human visit to a family-run cane sugar farm. Whether at a five-star resort or a midmarket hotel, she believes memorable experiences come from personal touches, genuine local insight, and small gestures that foster belonging. 3. The Future of Luxury Is Privacy, Security, and Individualization Lisa predicts that true luxury will soon be defined by safety and discretion as affluent travelers become increasingly protective of their digital and physical privacy. She calls on the industry to go beyond superficial personalization and cookie-cutter design—to innovate around invisible service, security, and emotional intelligence. Her "magic wand" wish is to see hospitality move away from sameness and toward transformative, one-of-a-kind experiences that feel both safe and singular. Lisa Holladay on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaholladay01/ TIGER 21 https://tiger21.com/ Other Episodes You May Like: 165: Purple Flower Luxury with Florence Li https://www.topfloorpodcast.com/episode/165 210: Six Months at the Waldorf with Josh Kremer https://www.topfloorpodcast.com/episode/210 29: Buzz Sawed Tables with Marc Eliot https://www.topfloorpodcast.com/episode/29
Snakes in Pools and Magpie Attacks on Cyclists. Jeremy discusses the prevalence of snakes, noting that it is illegal to kill them, and they are frequently attracted to swimming pools, seeking water and warmth in filters or motors. He warns that even libraries are not safe from brown snakes. He also highlights an experiment examining why magpies aggressively attack cyclists more than other people. Retry
Get an extra four months of ExpressVPN for free: go to https://www.expressvpn.com/official Get additional episodes and bonus content with early access (try now with 7 DAYS FREE): go to https://www.OFFICIAL.men Three close man friends gather around to talk about colourful swimmers. This is the Official Podcast. Every Sunday. Links Below. THE OFFICIAL NETWORK CHANNEL (SUBSCRIBE NOW): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcHYe-Qw7qUN5gFWMdj9nNw Episode 454: Recorded 03/09/25 --- Get additional episodes and bonus content with early access: go to https://www.OFFICIAL.men or https://www.PATREON.com/THEOFFICIALPODCAST --- Audio Platforms (Spotify, Apple, Amazon & Castbox): https://linktr.ee/theofficialpodcast Other Shows: https://linktr.ee/theofficialnetwork --- Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:45 People Keep Dying Because AI is Telling Them To 06:43 Colourful, Glow in the Dark Cum (idk how we got here already) 12:06 Vaginas and Penises 20:32 Women's Names Are Trendy, But Men's Names Are Forever 29:36 Public Pools Are Gross 35:22 Trying Not to Wash Your Hands Too Often 52:53 Turkey Is All Street Food 55:28 Cumming in Swimming Pools & Coffee 1:19:02 Back to the AI Suicides 1:08:18 The Loneliness Economy 1:15:53 Wrap --- Hosts: Jackson: https://twitter.com/zealotonpc Andrew: https://twitter.com/huggbeestv Kaya: https://twitter.com/kayaorsan --- Additional Links: Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcHYe-Qw7qUN5gFWMdj9nNw SubReddit: https://reddit.com/r/theofficialpodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theofficialpodcast Intro by: https://www.youtube.com/c/Derpmii Music by: https://soundcloud.com/inst1nctive & https://linktr.ee/zayaLT Art by: https://www.instagram.com/nook_eilyk/ & https://www.instagram.com/vaux.z Edited by: https://linktr.ee/zayaLT Designer: http://www.jr-design-co.com/ Produced by Jackson Clarke for The Official Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Once you let anger into your life, once you let it motivate or animate you, it's very hard to get rid of. It's hard to find a substitute that measures up. It's hard to let it go.