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Let's Talk About Pools Podcast – Live Episode | November 10, 2026

Host: Lauren Broom
Guest Co-Anchor: David Jones – Poolside Tech

💦 Poolside Tech Products, Chlorine Gas Safety & Legal Consequences in the Pool Industry

In this episode of Let's Talk About Pools, host Lauren Broom is joined by special guest co-anchor David Jones with Poolside Tech for a conversation about innovative pool industry products, workplace safety, and the serious consequences that can result from improper chemical handling.

🔹 Poolside Tech Products: David shares information about Poolside Tech's products and how they can benefit pool service professionals and improve day-to-day pool operations.

🔹 New Jersey Chlorine Gas Incident: Lauren and David discuss a serious chlorine gas incident in New Jersey that reportedly resulted in the arrests of a pool technician and company owner. They explore the potential legal consequences, including substantial fines and possible jail time, depending on the outcome of the case.

🔹 Why Chemical Safety Matters: This incident serves as an important reminder that improper pool chemical handling can have devastating consequences. We discuss the importance of proper training, safe chemical handling procedures, and the responsibilities of both pool technicians and company owners to protect employees and the public.

⚠️ Pool professionals, this is a conversation you don't want to miss! Chemical safety isn't just about maintaining proper pool water chemistry. It's about protecting lives, preventing incidents, and understanding the serious responsibilities that come with working in our industry.

🎙️ Let's Talk About Pools – Where Pool Professionals Come Together to Learn, Share, and Grow!

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Season 6 Episode 89

Repair Pool Leaks Without Draining: Discover the Submarine System

Join host Lauren Broom on the Let's Talk About Pools Podcast as she interviews Greg McGough, Retail & Distribution Sales Manager with System Three, to explore the innovative Submarine System for repairing pool leaks without draining the pool.

Discover how this underwater repair solution works, its applications, and how it can help pool service professionals save time, reduce downtime, and offer additional repair services to their customers.

🎧 Tune in to learn about another tool that could benefit your pool service business!

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Join Host Lauren Broom and Co-Anchor Rob Stewart for another informative episode of Let's Talk About Pools!

In this episode, Rob shares his recent teaching experience in St. Lucia, and we tackle an important industry question: Are pool technicians servicing too many pools each day? Are we sacrificing quality for quantity, and what does that mean for pool service professionals and their customers?

We also discuss upcoming pool industry conferences and Lauren's OSHA 10 in General Industry for Pool Pros course at the International Pool, Spa & Patio Expo in New Orleans, November 15–16. Learn why workplace health and safety training is so important for our industry, with real-world examples of hazards pool professionals face every day.

Ready to invest in your safety? Register for Lauren's pre-conference OSHA 10 course under Specialty Education:

https://www.poolspapatio.com/education/specialty-education/

Finally, we're talking POOL ALGAE! Learn how to identify different types of algae, effective treatment approaches, and prevention tips to help keep pools clean and healthy.

Whether you're a pool service technician, business owner, or industry professional, this episode is packed with practical information, industry insights, and conversations that matter!

🎙️ Let's Talk About Pools — Educating and Connecting the Pool Industry!

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Episode #88: Turn Pool Leaks into Business Opportunities with Leak Business Academy

Looking to expand your pool service business and create new revenue opportunities?

On this episode of Let’s Talk About Pools, host Lauren Broom welcomes Jeff David of Leak Business Academy to discuss how adding professional leak detection services can help pool pros grow their businesses, diversify their services, and better serve their customers.

Discover the opportunities in leak detection, the importance of proper training and equipment, and how pool professionals can turn a common pool problem into a valuable business service.

Whether you're an established pool service company or looking to expand your skills, this episode offers insights into taking your business to the next level!

Tune in to Episode #88 and discover how finding leaks can lead to new business opportunities!

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Join host Lauren Broom and special guest co-anchor Adam Lawrence of PAL Lighting for another informative episode of Let's Talk About Pools!

💡 Pool Lighting & Advancements: Discover how innovative pool lighting technology is transforming backyard pools and outdoor living spaces. We discuss the latest advancements from PAL Lighting and what pool service professionals, builders, and homeowners should know about today's lighting options.

📰 Service Industry News: We're also covering some important stories impacting the pool industry:

• 💦 Florida Waterpark: A newly opened waterpark reportedly fails 34 inspections.
• ⚖️ Pool Filter Explosion: An injured pool technician and the court case involving a filter explosion.
• 👷 OSHA Visits: Workplace safety and what pool service companies need to understand about OSHA inspections.
• ⚠️ Chemical Safety Incident: A pool technician hospitalized following improper pool chemical handling and storage on September 4, 2026.

From exciting new pool technology to serious workplace safety concerns, this episode brings together industry innovation, real-world incidents, and conversations that matter to pool professionals.

🎙️ Whether you're a pool service technician, pool builder, business owner, or homeowner, there's something for you in this episode!

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In episode 87 of Let’s Talk About Pools, host Lauren Broom sits down with David Watson, author of Why ORP Systems Fail—and How to Stop It, for a deep dive into the world of Oxidation-Reduction Potential (ORP).

Why doesn’t ORP always behave the way pool professionals expect? David breaks down how ORP systems work, what can influence ORP readings, common reasons systems struggle, and why understanding the chemistry behind the number matters.

If you operate, service, or manage pools using automated chemical controllers, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!

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Let's Talk About Pools Live Podcast 09/29/2026

Join Lauren Broom and guest anchor Jeff David of Leak Detection Business Academy for a great conversation about pool leaks, leak detection equipment, tools, techniques, and the leak detection business.

Plus, Lauren covers an important public health topic: 🦝 What should you do if a raccoon was in a swimming pool, pooped in the pool, or died in the pool?

Practical information, industry conversation, and pool safety—all in this episode of Let’s Talk About Pools!

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Episode 86: Unlocking the BlueWave Advantage: How Pool Companies Can Benefit

Lauren Broom sits down with Tom Patterson, VP of BlueWave and Procurement at SPS Pool Care, to discuss the BlueWave Advantage Program and how it can help pool companies access valuable resources, strengthen their operations, and grow their businesses. Tune in for insights and practical information for pool professionals looking to take advantage of the program.

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🎙️ Let’s Talk About Pools — Live Episode 09/15/2026

Join Lauren Broom, Main Host, and Sarah Bero “Sarah The Pool Girl,” Guest Anchor, for a fun and informative conversation covering safety, industry news, holidays, and contracts!

🏊‍♀️ In this episode, we talked about:

•  🕷️ Black widows & pool pros — staying safe around pool equipment areas and skimmers. 
•  👵 72 and still going strong! — an inspiring IPSSA article about a pool professional who has been cleaning pools for 40 years. 
•  🏛️ Washington, D.C. Reflection Pool — recent news about the contractor acknowledging mistakes with the liner rather than blaming vandalism. 
•  🎄 Holidays & pool service — Do pool pros take holidays off? Which holidays do they work? 
•  📋 Contracts matter! — being careful about how you word your contracts and understanding what those words may legally obligate you to do. 

And of course, Sarah and I had a lot of fun together! 😂🏊‍♀️

I definitely missed my regular co-anchor Rob Stewart, who is currently in St. Lucia teaching classes! 🌴📚 We’re glad he’s out there sharing his knowledge, but we look forward to having him back!

Watch, listen, and join the conversation! 🎧🏊‍♂️

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Episode #85: Built to Sell: What It Takes to Grow a Pool Business and Navigate the Acquisition Process

In this episode of Let’s Talk About Pools, we talk with Mike Marchione, Acquisitions Associate with SPS Pool Care, about what it takes to grow a successful pool business and what the process looks like when it’s time to sell. From building value and preparing your business for acquisition to understanding what buyers are looking for, Mike shares valuable insight for pool professionals thinking about the future of their business.

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