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The pool podcast hosted by Pool Magazine discusses various topics and events going on in the Swimming Pool Industry. We interview some of the largest Pool Builders, Pool Service Companies, Pool Manufacturers and other thought leaders working in the world of pools & spas today. Follow one of the leading news sources in the pool industry on www.poolmagazine.com. Why follow our Pool Podcast? Pool Magazine offers a different spin than the typical fare found in most industry trade publications. We're all about what is new and currently happening in the pool world. The strength of our digital publication allows us to focus on up to the minute news and events as they pertain to the pool industry. We're reporting news pool industry professionals want to know about. Running a company and want your finger on the pulse of what is going on in the pool industry? Subscribe to our podcast and our digital publication.

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United States

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The pool podcast hosted by Pool Magazine discusses various topics and events going on in the Swimming Pool Industry. We interview some of the largest Pool Builders, Pool Service Companies, Pool Manufacturers and other thought leaders working in the world of pools & spas today. Follow one of the leading news sources in the pool industry on www.poolmagazine.com. Why follow our Pool Podcast? Pool Magazine offers a different spin than the typical fare found in most industry trade publications. We're all about what is new and currently happening in the pool world. The strength of our digital publication allows us to focus on up to the minute news and events as they pertain to the pool industry. We're reporting news pool industry professionals want to know about. Running a company and want your finger on the pulse of what is going on in the pool industry? Subscribe to our podcast and our digital publication.

Language:

English

Contact:

(916) 467-9118


Episodes

Pool Magazine Manufacturers Spotlight: Only Alpha Pool Products

1/29/2024
Only Alpha Pool Products are manufacturers of high-performance building materials for swimming pools. They are known for their inground and semi-inground pool kit systems and service the pool industry with a focus on quality materials and innovation. Pool Magazine goes one-on-one with Tim Saxer, one of the founders of Only Alpha to learn more about their line of steel wall and composite wall pool systems. Viking Capital The pool builder financing program by Viking Capital is one of the best in the pool & spa industry. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:15:58

The Dark Side of the Pool Industry With Pool Builder JC Escudero

1/29/2024
We had a chance to catch up with veteran pool builder JC Escudero at the International Pool & Spa Expo. His firm J Designs Pool & Spa has earned its reputation as a leading boutique Los Angeles-based luxury pool company. While many pool builders are gun-shy about bringing up anything negative about building a pool, Escudero says educating his customers about the darker side of the pool industry and potential pitfalls of building a pool is essential. In fact, he's dedicated an entire section of his website to educating the consumer about what to be on the lookout for when starting a custom pool project. Riverflow® Riverflow® transforms virtually any pool into a dynamic environment for fun, fitness and relaxation. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:29:39

Two Hot New Tenjam Products You'll See Poolside This Summer

1/11/2024
Tenjam is a relative newcomer to the pool furniture space but has already begun making waves in the industry with their Shayz lounge chairs. This upcoming pool season, they're back with two great new additions for your pool and outdoor living area. We had a chance to check out their latest offerings at the International Pool & Spa show in Las Vegas, and brought Mike Collins, President of Tenjam on the show to tell us all about their new Woosah chairs and Infinity - Freestanding Sun Shelf. Take a deeper dive with us and learn more about two hot new products you're sure to see more of this summer. AquaBlu Mosaics AquaBlu 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 show

Duration:00:18:50

Pool Magazine Builder Profile: Thomas Pools & Spas

1/10/2024
One of the pool builders making waves right in our own backyard is Thomas Pools & Spas. Recently voted one of the best pool companies in Modesto by the Modesto Bee, the 20-year-old firm has cemented its reputation throughout the Central Valley for its custom swimming pools. We go one-on-one with Todd Thomas, owner of Thomas Pools & Spas to find out what put them on top and why they've become the first name for inground pool construction in Modesto, CA. Viking Capital The pool builder financing program by Viking Capital is one of the best in the pool & spa industry. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:20:40

Edwards Pool Construction Is Setting The Bar For Luxury Pools In Wichita

1/7/2024
Steve Edwards will be the first to tell you, his pool construction skills are mostly self-taught. Through hard work, determination, and a willingness to work on projects outside his comfort zone, his firm Edwards Pool Construction has become the first name for custom luxury pool projects in his hometown of Wichita. We had the chance to chat with Steve and Averi Edwards about their thriving pool construction and service business. We also discussed one of their head-turning projects that showcases why their firm has become synonymous with custom high-end work. Viking Capital The pool builder financing program by Viking Capital is one of the best in the pool & spa industry. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:27:07

For Over 60 Years Master Pools Guild Has Been Supporting Custom Pool Builders

12/20/2023
Since 1962 Master Pools Guild has been supporting custom pool builders with education, relationship building with vendors and suppliers, and networking opportunities to foster personal growth. Teri Wiltshire became the new Executive Director of MPG back in 2022 and joins us to explain her plans for the organization in 2024 and beyond. AquaBlu Mosaics AquaBlu 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 show

Duration:00:21:35

The Lamborghini Pool - With Jonny Nalepa of Smart Aquatics

12/8/2023
Jonny Nalepa's design and engineering firm Smart Aquatics is working on cutting-edge pool and spa projects all over the country. One project that his firm provided engineering consulting on was done in collaboration with Foxterra Designs (lead designers) and Custom Pool Systems (pool builders). The initial design renderings caught our eye and the completed project is nothing short of spectacular. The backyard features a luxurious swimming pool with a custom water feature designed to allow the homeowner to make his $250,000 Lamborghini the focal point of this showstopping outdoor living environment. PAL Lighting Light up the night with PAL Lighting's innovative LED pool lighting and water feature products. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:25:26

Brad Holley's Miami Vice Inspired Million Dollar Pool Design

11/27/2023
Brad Holley is the winner of this year's Million Dollar Pool Challenge. The annual design competition organized by designers Mike Farley and Reid Schindler featured a waterfront Miami property with a million-dollar budget. Designers were asked to let their imaginations run wild while adhering to a specific set of guidelines set by the client. Holley impressed the judges with his Miami Vice-inspired outdoor living environment. Listen in as we go one-on-one with Holley and he walks us through his million-dollar pool design concept. Riverflow® Riverflow® transforms virtually any pool into a dynamic environment for fun, fitness and relaxation. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:27:58

Enhancing Water Shapes With In-floor Cleaning Systems

11/10/2023
Today's leading pool builders have enhanced swimming pools into water shapes that are true works of art. One of the prevailing trends over the past decade is to incorporate an in-floor cleaning system as a forward-thinking aspect of maintaining a clean canvas free from hoses and the clutter of robotic cleaners. John Anderson, Regional Manager for Paramount explains why Paramount In-floor Pool Cleaning Systems remain a premier choice among both pool builders and consumers. He also discusses the value the incorporating an in-floor system brings to any new pool installation. Listen in on our discussion and learn more about Paramount's pool cleaning technology. Hayward Pool pros, Hayward® will pay you $50 for replacing a competitor’s equipment with a Hayward product.* Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:22:46

One on One With Andy Kaner of Aquatic Consultants, Inc.

10/12/2023
Andy Kaner has developed a reputation as one of the leading pool designers working in the industry today. His methodology has always been to visualize what the backyard looks like on pen and paper when planning out a new pool project, in fact, he's developed a course to teach other designers his same techniques. We discuss what he's doing as an instructor as well as look at one of his firm's latest pool projects built in the Virgin Islands. Riverflow® Riverflow® transforms virtually any pool into a dynamic environment for fun, fitness and relaxation. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:23:20

A Finger on The Pulse of the Pool Industry With Bob Mellon of Signature Pools & Spas

10/10/2023
Bob Mellon is a veteran pool professional who has built a reputation as a leading builder in his local market of Fresno, CA. After unprecedented demand over the past few years, Mellon says the industry is recalibrating but still faces enormous challenges ahead of it. We learn more about his company Signature Pools & Spas, and how they're adapting to doing business in this post-pandemic environment. Guest: Bob Mellon - Signature Pools & Spas Sponsor: Viking Capital Publisher: Pool Marketing - #1 Marketing Agency for Pool Builders & Pool Service Professionals Our Network: Pool Magazine | Spa Magazine | Swimming Pool Loan | Outdoor Living Furniture | Pool Contractor | Pool Cost | Pool Guide | Pool Manufacturers Contact us about advertising on this podcast. Viking Capital The pool builder financing program by Viking Capital is one of the best in the pool & spa industry. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:25:34

The Outside In Approach To Pool & Outdoor Living Design With Kirk Bianchi

10/10/2023
Kirk Bianchi is one of the most widely acclaimed pool and landscape designers working today. Throughout his career, he has developed a unique style that has become near iconic for its attention not just to the pool area but to the outdoor living environment as a whole. On this episode of the Pool Magazine podcast, Bianchi shares the hows and the whys of his design process with us. Guest: Kirk Bianchi - Bianchi Design Sponsor: Ledge Lounger Publisher: Pool Marketing - #1 Marketing Agency for Pool Builders & Pool Service Professionals Our Network: Pool Magazine | Spa Magazine | Swimming Pool Loan | Outdoor Living Furniture | Pool Contractor | Pool Cost | Pool Guide | Pool Manufacturers Contact us about advertising on this podcast. Ledge Lounger Ledge Lounger, leaders in outdoor living and in-pool furniture. Find out how to become a dealer. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:39:53

Is This Pool Care Hack For Real? We Asked a Pool Expert His Opinion

10/4/2023
One popular pool hack that went viral recently focuses on how to keep your swimming pool properly balanced. The video showcases a pool owner dumping a cup of baking soda in her pool and states that doing so every other day helps to keep her pool properly balanced. Something about that suggestion didn't quite jibe with what we know about maintenance so we brought in Rudy Stankowitz, a recognized expert on pool care, to weigh in with his two cents. If you've seen this pool hack on social media, you may want to listen to this episode first! Guest: Rudy Stankowitz - Talking Pools Podcast Sponsor: Hayward Publisher: Pool Marketing - #1 Marketing Agency for Pool Builders & Pool Service Professionals Our Network: Pool Magazine | Spa Magazine | Swimming Pool Loan | Outdoor Living Furniture | Pool Contractor | Pool Cost | Pool Guide | Pool Manufacturers Contact us about advertising on this podcast. Hayward Pool pros, Hayward® will pay you $50 for replacing a competitor’s equipment with a Hayward product.* Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:29:31

We Wanted To Learn More About EcoFinish, So We Asked an Applicator His Experience (Part 1)

10/3/2023
Recently on Ask The Masters (a popular Facebook group dedicated to pool industry professionals), someone asked whether or not anyone had experience with ecoFINISH and what their experience was like using the product. In order to learn a little bit more about the product itself and the application process, we brought in Jacob Tetrick of Quality USA Pools, Jake builds swimming pools in South Dakota and specializes in the installation of ecoFINISH products. Listen in on our two part conversation as we first discuss his experience using their pool finish systems, and then chat one-on-one with Joe Solana, President of ecoFINISH in part two. Guest: Jacob Tetrick - Quality USA Pools Sponsor: Aquamatic Cover Systems Publisher: Pool Marketing - #1 Marketing Agency for Pool Builders & Pool Service Professionals Our Network: Pool Magazine | Spa Magazine | Swimming Pool Loan | Outdoor Living Furniture | Pool Contractor | Pool Cost | Pool Guide | Pool Manufacturers Contact us about advertising on this podcast. Aquamatic Cover Systems Aquamatic Cover Systems are the industry leaders in retractable swimming pool safety cover systems. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:15:26

We Wanted to Learn More About EcoFinish, So We Spoke to the President (Part 2)

10/3/2023
Recently on Ask The Masters (a popular Facebook group dedicated to pool industry professionals), someone asked whether or not anyone had experience with ecoFINISH and what their experience was like using the product. In order to learn a little bit more about the product itself and the application process, we first spoke with a professional applicator who gave us some insight as to his experience using ecoFINISH coating systems. In this second part, we go one-on-one with Joe Solana, President of ecoFINISH to learn more about the history of the company and the products themselves. Guest: Joe Solana - ecoFINISH Sponsor: Aiper Publisher: Pool Marketing - #1 Marketing Agency for Pool Builders & Pool Service Professionals Our Network: Pool Magazine | Spa Magazine | Swimming Pool Loan | Outdoor Living Furniture | Pool Contractor | Pool Cost | Pool Guide | Pool Manufacturers Contact us about advertising on this podcast. Support the show

Duration:00:19:27

Chatting With Industry Veteran, Jason Jovaag of Hammerhead Aquatics

9/22/2023
Jason Jovaag has been at the forefront of acrylic aquatic engineering for over 25 years. A recognized expert in the field and consultant on projects worldwide, Jovaag has made a career out of pushing the boundaries in acrylic construction and design. In this episode, we not only discuss some incredible projects he's been a part of, but some emerging trends that you're sure to see more of in the years to come. Listen in on our conversation and get to know one of today's industry thought leaders in the field of glass acrylic pools and spas. Guest: Jason Jovaag - Hammerhead Aquatics Sponsor: PAL Lighting Publisher: Pool Marketing - #1 Marketing Agency for Pool Builders & Pool Service Professionals Our Network: Pool Magazine | Spa Magazine | Swimming Pool Loan | Outdoor Living Furniture | Pool Contractor | Pool Cost | Pool Guide | Pool Manufacturers Contact us about advertising on this podcast. PAL Lighting Light up the night with PAL Lighting's innovative LED pool lighting and water feature products. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:16:18

ASP - America's Swimming Pool Company, Will Begin Pool Construction Franchising

9/21/2023
Recently, ASP, America's Swimming Pool Company made an announcement that they will begin pool construction franchising. Already widely known for its pool service and renovation franchise, ASP hopes to double down on the success they've had in the service sector as they bring their new construction division online. To get some clarity as to the plans for implementing their new construction franchise, we spoke with Jimmie Meece, President of ASP. Guest: Jimmie Meece, America's Swimming Pool Company Sponsor: Riverflow® by Current Systems, Inc. Publisher: Pool Marketing - #1 Marketing Agency for Pool Builders & Pool Service Professionals Our Network: Pool Magazine | Spa Magazine | Swimming Pool Loan | Outdoor Living Furniture | Pool Contractor | Pool Cost | Pool Guide | Pool Manufacturers Contact us about advertising on this podcast. Riverflow® Riverflow® transforms virtually any pool into a dynamic environment for fun, fitness and relaxation. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:13:45

A Discussion About The Best Rated Prosumer Pool Pool & Net on Amazon - ProTuff Products

9/19/2023
In this episode of Pool Magazine Podcast we chat with Michael Kaufman, President of ProTuff Products. Their brand of pool poles and nets have become a leading prosumer product that is receiving high ratings and positive reviews on Amazon for their durable and innovative products and frictionless warranty on replacement parts and returns. We discuss why their pool cleaning equipment has been leading the category on Amazon and what differentiates their brand from others in the direct-to-consumer category. Guest: Michael Kaufman, ProTuff Products Sponsor: Viking Capital Publisher: Pool Marketing - #1 Marketing Agency for Pool Builders & Pool Service Professionals Our Network: Pool Magazine | Spa Magazine | Swimming Pool Loan | Outdoor Living Furniture | Pool Contractor | Pool Cost | Pool Guide | Pool Manufacturers Contact us about advertising on this podcast. Viking Capital The pool builder financing program by Viking Capital is one of the best in the pool & spa industry. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:23:44

We Discuss The Pool Bladder With Kayden Manufacturing

8/2/2023
The Pool Bladder promises a safe and convenient way to store your pool water while performing liner installations, repairs, and other pool renovations. We caught up with Jim Dorsey, Director of Sales for Kayden Manufacturing to learn a little bit more about this product and how it's helping pool contractors save time and money on their liner jobs. Guest: Jim Dorsey, Kayden Manufacturing Sponsor: GENESIS Publisher: Pool Marketing - #1 Marketing Agency for Pool Builders & Pool Service Professionals Our Network: Pool Magazine | Spa Magazine | Swimming Pool Loan | Outdoor Living Furniture | Pool Contractor | Pool Cost | Pool Guide | Pool Manufacturers Contact us about advertising on this podcast. GENESIS® GENESIS® is the leading educational program for pool builders and design professionals. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:19:08

Chatting With Pool Industry Veteran Kevin Woodhurst

8/2/2023
Kevin Woodhurst has had a long history in the pool industry. With over 3 decades of experience designing and building custom pools, there isn't much he hasn't come across. On this episode, we chat with Woodhurst about his experience working in nearly all facets of the industry and why conceptual design remains such a core focus for him today. Guest: Kevin Woodhurst - Design Consultant for Claffey Pools Sponsor: Tieleman Pool Technology Publisher: Pool Marketing - #1 Marketing Agency for Pool Builders & Pool Service Professionals Our Network: Pool Magazine | Spa Magazine | Swimming Pool Loan | Outdoor Living Furniture | Pool Contractor | Pool Cost | Pool Guide | Pool Manufacturers Contact us about advertising on this podcast. Tieleman Pool Technology Tieleman Pool Technology has been engineering movable pool floors and pool lifts since 1970. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Duration:00:34:41