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For pool and spa service professionals, time is always at a premium. Between long routes, equipment troubleshooting, and customer care, setting aside hours to read up on industry news or business strategies isn’t always practical. Podcasts solve this problem by offering a flexible way to learn, grow, and stay connected to the industry— all while driving between jobs or working in the backyard. For pool and spa service professionals—or indeed, anyone who works with their hands—podcasts offer a flexible, convenient, and highly accessible way to expand knowledge, stay up to date on trends, and sharpen business skills while on the go.
Podcasts can also foster a sense of connection.
When professionals hear from others in the same field, it reminds them that they’re part of a larger industry facing similar challenges.
Many podcasts feature interviews with service pros, creating a space for shared experiences and solutions.
This sense of community is especially valuable in a trade where technicians often work independently.
Podcasts won’t replace trade shows, continuing education, or hands-on training. But they are an invaluable supplement—an easy, low-cost way to absorb knowledge, get motivated, and stay connected to the industry.
They offer learning in bite-sized, accessible formats that fit into the daily life of a pool and spa service technician. For pros who want to stay sharp, competitive, and connected—without sacrificing time on the job—podcasts are a resource worth exploring.
Hot Tubs 101 Podcast
Produced by Swim University, this podcast focuses on hot tub care and maintenance. Each episode provides expert insights and practical tips for both new and experienced hot tub owners.
Hot Tubs 101 Podcast is particularly valued by those new to hot tub ownership, as it provides clear and easy-to-follow guidance on hot tub care and maintenance.
Host Matt Giovanisci launched Swim University in 2006, an online platform dedicated to helping homeownerswithpoolandhottubcare.
The NESPA: New Depths Podcast
This podcast series is produced by the Northeast Spa & Pool Association (NESPA), a non-profit organization dedicated to the pool and spa industry in the Northeast United States.
The podcast is designed to provide valuable insights and information to professionals within the pool, spa, and hot tub industry through conversations with pool industry experts.
Host Dominick Mondi, Executive Director of NESPA, leverages his insights and connections to bring valuable discussions with industry professionals to a wider audience, covering diverse topics from technical training to marketing and trends.
Pool Chasers Podcast
The Pool Chasers Podcast is a well-established and well-received podcast focused on the swimming pool and spa industry.
The podcast aims to improve the pool industry by providing educational and inspirational content through interviews with industry professionals discussing topics like business building, successes, failures, and expertise.
Hosts Greg Villafana, Tyler Rasmussen, and more recent addition Justin Bowie showcase their own experiences in the pool industry to guide conversations and extract valuable information from guests.
The Pool Nation Podcast
A podcast for professionals in the swimming pool industry that aims to build a community of pool pros and equip them with knowledge and resources to excel in their field.
Every Sunday, hosts Edgar De Jesus, John “JJ Flawless” Chakalis, and Zack Nicholas, also known as 'The Pool Boy,' provide valuable information on a range of poolrelated topics.
Let's Talk About Pools Podcast
A valuable resource for professionals in the aquatic industry that aims to educate and inform listeners on various topics relevant to the pool world.
This interview-based podcast is designed to engage a diverse audience within the aquatic industry, including pool service companies, apartment and maintenance technicians, community and property association managers, and parks and recreation professionals.
Lauren Broom hosts the podcast, drawing on her experience as the creator and owner of Space Coast Pool School, a CPO training program. The podcast covers a broad range of subjects related to the pool industry.:
PHTA Pool Professionals Podcast
An ongoing podcast series created by the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA) specifically for professionals in the pool and hot tub industry.
Since January 2024, this bimonthly interview-based podcast, released on the 15th and 30th of every month, is hosted by industry expert and GENESIS
Co-Founder Brian Van Bower.
The PHTA Pool Professionals Podcast aims to offer a free, accessible way for professionals to obtain insights, education, and inspiration, and to serve as a platform for PHTA to develop and share content with its members and the wider industry community.
Pool Remodel Pros Podcast
A resource for homeowners, pool enthusiasts, and industry professionals interested in transforming or renovating pools.
Hosted by the team at Alan Smith Pools in Orange, California, including Jeff Smith, Scott Raze, and James Cawthorne, the Pool Remodel Pros Podcast provides information and guidance for anyone considering a pool renovation, helping them make informed decisions and transform their backyard plans.
Step Into Swim Podcast
An initiative of the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), dedicated to promoting the importance of swimming and water safety.
Hosted by Sabeena Hickman, CEO and President of PHTA, and Rowdy Gaines, VP, Partnerships & Development at PHTA and an Olympic Gold Medalist, the Step Into Swim Podcast aims to create more swimmers, promote water safety, and highlight the benefits of swimming.
Talking Pools Podcast
Reminiscent of a morning talk show, the Talking Pools Podcast has been active since May 2021 and operates as a network of shows, currently releasing an episode daily.
Created by Rudy Stankowitz, the podcast features a different set of dedicated hosts each day, bringing various levels and areas of expertise. This structure provides a wide range of perspectives and knowledge for listeners. Show details and schedule on the next page.
The Deep End Podcast
A weekly podcast hosted by husband-and-wife team Frank and Jacque Disher, discussing pool problems and solutions.
Frank Disher: A pool industry veteran with 25+ years of experience in service, repair, new construction, renovation, leak detection, and retail. His teaching style and passion for chemistry drive the show.
Jacque Disher:With her background in pool industry administration, Jacque keeps technical discussions accessible while adding humor and dynamic interaction.
Pool Guy Podcast Show
Hosted by David Van Brunt, also known as “The Pool Guy,” this podcast is a comprehensive resource for pool and spa care. It serves both homeowners and professionals.
David Van Brunt has over 35 years of experience and also runs a successful YouTube channel and blog on swimming pool education. His career forms the foundation for the practical advice and insights he shares.
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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-pools-podcast/id1568722218 Talking Pools Podcast Talking Pools Podcast isn’t background noise for your drive between stops—it’s the industry thinking out loud.
In the TOP 1.5% of ALL podcasts globally (according to Listen Notes), this podcast is built for swimming pool service professionals, builders, operators, retailers, and anyone who refuses to accept “that’s how it’s always been done.” The show blends real-world field experience with unapologetic honesty, sharp humor, and deep technical insight.
From water chemistry and equipment failures to business strategy, staffing, regulation, and emerging technology, every episode is rooted in what actually happens on pool decks, in pump rooms, and inside companies trying to survive and scale.
This isn’t influencer fluff or recycled manufacturer talking points. The Talking Pools Podcast features working professionals, industry veterans, educators, regulators, and disruptors having real conversations about what works, what doesn’t, and why it matters. Sometimes it’s technical. Sometimes it’s uncomfortable. Sometimes it’s hilarious. But it’s always grounded in experience, evidence, and respect for the trade.
If you make your living in the Pool Biz—or want to understand how the industry really functions—this is the podcast that meets you where you are and challenges you to think sharper.
Weekly Show Lineup Mondays —
Mondays Down Under Hosts: Lee Salisbury & Shane Sneddon About: An Aussie/Kiwi-flavored dive into pool business, service tactics, and real-world field insight. Expect straight-talk insights on managing, growing, and troubleshooting service operations with a global twist. Strategic discussions on expanding service offerings, navigating commercial vs. residential service, and insights from outside the U.S. pool market.
Tuesdays —
Tuesdays with Andrea Host: Andrea Nannini About: Stories and practical solutions from a South Florida seasoned pool pro whose sense of humor and episodes have been compared to listening to a Saturday Night Live skit. They break down chemistry fundamentals, common service pitfalls, customer interactions, and the chaos (and humor) of day-to-day pool world. Hands-on diagnostics, circulation and equipment troubleshooting, and real field problem solving.
Wednesdays —
Wednesdays with Natalie Host: Natalie Hood (Grit Game) About: An interview show with Industry leaders on the guest list. Deep, educational conversations focused on professional development, myth-busting industry assumptions, certification insight, and elevating best practices with expert guests and real-world perspectives. Industry myths, pool safety, financing myths, and interviews that peel back misconceptions in pool service and aquatics care.
Thursdays —
Thursdays with Wayne & Steve Hosts: Wayne Ivusich & Steve Sherwood About: A science- and standardsforward discussion blending water chemistry fundamentals, testing best practices, troubleshooting techniques, and business realities for serious pros looking to level up their knowledge. Water balance, accurate testing, liability topics, and nuanced chemistry subjects essential for pro success. Pool Industry Insurance talks.
Fridays —
Floc-It Friday! Host: Rudy Stankowitz
About: Floc-It Friday! is a weekly deep-dive into how pool water actually behaves, not how the industry casually talks about it. The show focuses on kinetic chemistry, reaction timing, and cause-and-effect thinking—challenging shortcuts such as volume dosing, number chasing, blind reliance on ORP, oversimplified LSI arguments, and one-size-fits-all chlorine logic. The Friday episodes are a thinking-forward show for professionals who want to diagnose systems, not symptoms—and who understand that clear water doesn’t automatically mean correct water.
Saturdays –
Service Saturdays Hosts: Kelli Clancy & Dan Lenz
About: Kelli and Dan are back— and they’re not easing into it. Service Saturdays brings this returning duo together for a limited monthly series throughout 2026, cutting straight into the realities of pool service with zero fluff and plenty of perspective.
Each episode blends real-world experience, sharp observation, and the kind of conversations that only happen when two people who’ve been in the trenches long enough stop pretending the job is simple.
This isn’t a highlight reel and it’s not theory—it’s an honest, practical look at service work from the collaborative efforts of the PHTA’s service council.
They dissect decision-making, and the stuff that actually determines whether your operation runs smoothly or quietly bleeds time and money. One Saturday a month, Kelli and Dan step back behind the mic to say the things most people only talk about off-air.
The podcast typically releases episodes five days a week with a focus on actionable insight, technical knowledge, and relatable field talk from multiple hosts representing different strengths in the pool industry. Click iHeart radio or Apple Podcasts and start listening now!
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