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In Episode #82 of Let’s Talk About Pools, we dive into the world of residential UV and ozone water treatment with Michael Falzer, National Sales Manager with AquaComfort Water Group. Michael shares insights into how Solaxx UV and ozone systems work, their benefits for residential swimming pools, and how these technologies can complement traditional pool sanitation methods. Whether you're a pool professional or a homeowner looking to better understand advanced water treatment options, this episode offers an informative look at the science, applications, and future of UV and ozone in residential pools.

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Join Lauren Broom and co-anchor Rob Stewart for the July 20, 2026 episode of Let’s Talk About Pools Live! This episode covers a variety of important topics from across the pool industry, including the still-open Pool Nation Awards nominations, Natalie Hood of The Grit Game and her Learn to Swim initiative, options for vacation and sick-route fill-ins, selling pool service routes, phosphate issues in pools, and much more. Tune in for industry insights, helpful conversations, and plenty of pool talk!

Link to Natalie Hood's Learn to Swim Initiative: https://givebutter.com/she-swims-so-they-can-mbrkld

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Episode #81 – The Chlorine Genie: A Different Approach to Salt Chlorine Generation

What if you could enjoy the benefits of salt chlorination without adding thousands of parts per million of salt directly to the pool?

In Episode #81, Lauren Broom sits down with Patrick Lajoie to explore the innovative Chlorine Genie system and how it differs from traditional salt chlorine generators. Learn how this unique technology generates chlorine from a separate brine tank rather than the pool water itself, helping reduce the amount of salt added to the pool while delivering a consistent chlorine residual. Patrick also discusses the system's self-cleaning design, simplified maintenance, pH management capabilities, and how steady chlorine production can improve water quality and reduce chemical fluctuations. Whether you're a pool professional or a homeowner interested in alternative sanitization technologies, this episode offers an in-depth look at a different approach to chlorine generation and the science behind it.

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In this episode of Let's Talk About Pools Live, Lauren Broom and Rob Stewart tackle some of the biggest issues facing the pool industry today. They discuss the 2026 Pool Nation Awards nominations and recognize the professionals making an impact across the industry.

The conversation then shifts to the growing popularity of backyard pool rental platforms like Swimply. Are these pools private, or should they be regulated like public pools? The hosts explore the safety concerns, liability issues, and why states like Minnesota are beginning to regulate this emerging market.

The discussion continues with vacation rental pools, examining whether they should be subject to additional regulations and the unique challenges health agencies face in inspecting and enforcing safety standards for short-term rental properties.

Lauren and Rob also preview upcoming pool industry trade conferences, highlighting the tremendous value of continuing education, professional development, and the networking opportunities that help move the industry forward.

Finally, they dive into concerns surrounding public health inspections, discussing the importance of consistency, fairness, and ensuring both public health professionals and pool industry experts have equal representation on committees that shape pool regulations and safety standards.

Join us for another informative discussion covering today's hottest topics in the pool industry.

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In Episode #80 of Let's Talk About Pools, host Lauren Broom sits down with Jeff Johnson, owner and inventor of the Mini Bucket Test, to discuss one of the most common questions pool owners and service professionals face: Is it a leak, or is it just evaporation?

Jeff shares the story behind developing the Mini Bucket Test, how it simplifies the traditional bucket test, and why it has become a valuable first-step diagnostic tool for homeowners, pool service companies, and retail pool stores. Together, Lauren and Jeff discuss common causes of water loss, misconceptions about pool leaks, when professional leak detection is necessary, and how early diagnosis can save pool owners time, money, and frustration.

Whether you're a pool professional looking to educate your customers or a pool owner trying to determine if your pool is losing more water than normal, this episode provides practical insights and real-world advice to help you make informed decisions before investing in costly leak detection services.

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Join Lauren Broom and co-anchor Rob Stewart for an informative episode covering two important topics affecting the aquatics industry. First, they discuss the National Reflection Pool, including the suspected vandalism that damaged the painted surface, caused the water to turn green, and the restoration efforts underway to return this iconic landmark to its original condition. They also dive into recent pool chemical incidents that have resulted in serious injuries, highlighting the critical importance of chemical safety, proper operator training, and the use of chemical interlocks, flow switches, and safety alarms to help prevent dangerous chemical feed events.

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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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