Send us Fan Mail 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 retai...

Send us Fan Mail 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, highlighti...

Send us Fan Mail 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. Strat...

Send us Fan Mail 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 ...

Send us Fan Mail “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.” Strategic Podcast Sponsor: Pool Brain

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ 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 wa...

Send us Fan Mail 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 organi...

Send us Fan Mail 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 conversatio...

Send us Fan Mail 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,...

Send us Fan Mail 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 ...