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Get ready for a deep dive into pool science, busted myths, and a whole lot of laughs! In Episode 176 of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jacque welcome back industry legend, author, and pool chemistry guru Rudy Stankowitz. From haunted Greek mountains to haunted pool advice online, we tackle:

• Black algae = cyanobacteria?
• CYA and phosphate myths
• How to really treat stubborn pool algae
• Why your salt system might be misleading you
• The Grand Poobah’s mentorship mission!

Whether you're a pool pro or a curious pool owner, Rudy drops knowledge bombs you don’t want to miss. Plus, he’s got a new thriller out—and guess who makes a cameo? 👀

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00:00 - Intro & Guest Introduction  
02:51 - Virtual IPSSA Chapter & Grand Poobah  
03:15 - Haunted Mountain Story & Rudy’s Back Injury  
07:40 - Mentorship Award & Industry Leadership  
10:18 - Rudy’s New Thriller Book & Pool References  
11:40 - Algae Philosophy & Rudy’s Algae Book  
14:04 - Black Algae is Cyanobacteria  
14:30 - Understanding Biofilms & Toxins  
32:00 - Water Testing and Online Pool Classes  
23:13 - CYA Location Myth Debunked  
25:00 - One Scoop Fix Claims (Copper Sulfate Myth)  
26:55 - Algae Treatment: Keep Pumps Running    
28:50 - Using Alum for Black Algae  
39:40 - Phosphates Explained & Municipal Water
43:10 - Borates as an 
43:58 - Fake News: Acid and Alkalinity Myth
47:00 - Salt Systems and High CYA Strategy
50:00 - Salt Water vs Algae Growth
51:40 - Copper, Silver, and BlueRay XL  
52:58 - Adjusted Alkalinity & CYA Effect  
54:50 - Wrap-Up & Rudy’s Resources  

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Frank Disher is a 29-year pool pro. He and his wife, Jacque, operate a successful swimming pool company in the DFW Texas area, including retail stores, service and repair departments, and renovation departments. 

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