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Join Lauren Broom and co-anchor Rob Stewart on this live episode of Let's Talk About Pools that aired on 06/09/2026 as they discuss pool opening season, chemical safety, and the challenges pool professionals face when preparing pools for summer. From proper startup procedures and water chemistry to handling pool chemicals safely, Lauren and Rob share practical tips, industry insights, and the latest pool news to help keep pools safe, clean, and ready for swimmers.

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Breaking Down Sodium Bromide with Scott Hamilton

In this episode of Let's Talk About Pools, we sit down with Scott Hamilton of United Chemical to take a deep dive into one of the most misunderstood chemicals in the pool industry—sodium bromide.

Join us as Scott explains what sodium bromide is, how it works in swimming pools, and why pool operators and service professionals need to understand its long-term effects on water chemistry. From algae treatments and bromide banks to sanitizer demand and troubleshooting water quality issues, this episode covers the science, benefits, potential drawbacks, and best practices surrounding sodium bromide use.

Whether you're a Certified Pool Operator (CPO), service technician, aquatic facility manager, or industry professional looking to expand your knowledge, this conversation provides practical insights and expert guidance to help you make informed decisions about pool water treatment.

Tune in for an educational discussion packed with real-world experience, industry expertise, and valuable takeaways from one of the leading voices in pool chemistry.

Guest: Scott Hamilton, United Chemical

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“Welcome back to Let’s Talk About Pools. Today, I’m joined by Carrie Dibrell to talk about Service Industry News and why staying up to date on trends, news, and industry insights is a game changer for pool service techs in the field.

Before we dive in, a quick thank you to our podcast sponsor, Pool Brain, for supporting the show.

If you want to stay ahead and sharpen your knowledge, this episode is for you. Let’s dive in.”

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🎙️ Let’s Talk About Pools LIVE – 05/12/2026

With regular co-anchor Rob Stewart tied up with too many pool openings of his own up north, we brought in three guest co-anchors for a fun and insightful LIVE episode featuring Ryan Lunsford and Mike Sandoval from Arizona along with Denise Gough from Florida.

This episode covered a wide range of industry topics, including how Hollywood movies and TV shows portray pool service professionals — and how those portrayals can shape the way customers view our industry. The conversation also explored the major regional differences between maintaining pools in Arizona and Southern Florida, from climate challenges to water chemistry and service expectations.

To wrap things up, the panel dove into their preferred startup procedures for new concrete pools, sharing the “why” behind their methods, best practices, and real-world experiences from different parts of the country.

This was a great mix of education, perspective, and industry conversation with pool pros from coast to coast — plus live interaction from listeners throughout the show.

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Welcome back to Let’s Talk About Pools, the podcast where we dive into everything pool pros need to know to grow, scale, and succeed in this industry.

Today’s episode is all about something that can make or break your business—your books. Because let’s be honest, you can have the cleanest pools in town, but if your finances are a mess, your business is going to feel it.

That’s why we’re joined by QuickBooks expert Sharon Burch, who’s here to help pool pros like you get organized, understand your numbers, and build a more profitable business.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by bookkeeping, struggled with tracking your income and expenses, or just want to run a tighter ship financially—this episode is for you.

Let’s dive in.

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In this second LIVE episode of Let’s Talk About Pools, hosts Lauren Broom and Rob Stewart dive into a critical topic every pool professional needs to understand—safety around pressure-side equipment.

From pressure cartridge filters to DE separation tanks, pressure sand filters, and pressure DE filters, Lauren and Rob break down the real risks, common mistakes, and what every operator should be doing to stay safe and protect others on the job. This is a must-listen conversation packed with practical insight and industry awareness.

Plus, things take a lighter (and sometimes wild) turn as they swap stories about the unexpected critters found in pools—you won’t believe some of what’s been discovered!

Thank you to our Strategic Podcast Sponsor, Pool Brain, for their continued support of podcast education and helping move the pool industry forward.

Join the conversation, stay informed, and keep it safe—this is Let’s Talk About Pools.

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Welcome to a milestone moment for Let’s Talk About Pools! In this episode recorded on April 14, 2026, hosts Lauren Broom and Rob Stewart bring you the very first LIVE edition of the podcast—captured here in its recorded format.

Tune in as they dive into the latest news, emerging trends, and real-world insights shaping the pool industry today. From what’s happening on the service side to bigger-picture industry shifts, this episode sets the tone for what’s ahead with engaging, unfiltered conversation.

This is just the beginning—our next LIVE episode airs April 28, 2026 at 10 AM EST, and you’re invited to join us live! Be part of the conversation, ask questions directly to Lauren Broom or Rob Stewart, and share what’s happening in your area of the industry.

A special thank you to our Strategic Podcast Sponsor, Pool Brain, for their continued support of podcast education and advancing knowledge across the pool industry.

Don’t miss it—this is where the pool pros come to talk.

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Welcome back to Let’s Talk About Pools, the podcast where we dive into the people, stories, and trends shaping the pool industry today.

In this episode, we’re sitting down with Corbin Breazeale—better known to many as The Pool Guy on social media. Corbin has taken what most would consider an “everyday” pool career and turned it into something way bigger—building a massive following by sharing real-life pool builds, behind-the-scenes moments, and educating homeowners in a way that’s actually fun to watch.

We’re talking about how he got started, the moment things really took off online, and how social media is changing the game for pool pros everywhere. Plus, we get into what works, what doesn’t, and why getting uncomfortable on camera might be one of the best moves you can make for your business.

So whether you’re a pool pro, a business owner, or just someone who loves seeing incredible pool projects come to life—this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

Let’s jump in.

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