PoolTalk
PoolTalk is a UK based podcast where we talk about Swimming Pools. We discuss a wide range of topics, from training, to pool plant rooms, equipment, construction, pool water chemistry, and much more. Hosted by Rebecca Witt, managing director of Bluepools LTD and Mike Shuff, managing director of PALM Academy, with guest speakers from across the industry.
Episodes
19 episodes
Lyn Philips from Sterling Hydrotech on Regenerative Filters
In today's episode Mike and I speak with Lyn Philips from Sterling Hydrotech about how Regenerative filters work and the impact they have had on the industry. Episodes of PoolTalk are available on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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25:23
Andrew Gaffey on Salt Generation
Mike and I discuss the intricacies of Salt Generation with our guest Andrew Gaffey today. If you have any questions come find us on facebook @pooltalkuk or send us an email pooltalk@outlook.com
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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30:51
Ian Furmidge on Ventilation
Today's episode is on Ventilation. Mike and I are delighted to talk with Ian Furmidge about how important it is to make sure the ventilation in a pool hall is finely tuned. We talk about how to save money on running costs and what Dantherm can ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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34:50
The Return of School Pools with Mandy Carey
PoolTalk is back with Season 2! Kicking off with Mandy Carey, Mike and I discuss the return of swimming in schools across Buckinghamshire Council. There are lots of positives to take from this episode. If you want to contact us please find us o...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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26:55
Training vs Qualifications with Mike Shuff
This is our 14th Episode of PoolTalk and we talk today about the difference between training and qualifications. This is our last episode in Season 1 and we are already booking in guests for Season 2 of the PoolTalk Podcast. If you want to cont...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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18:29
Dealing with Emergencies in Hydrotherapy Pools with Kelly Jagger
In today's episode Mike and I talk to Kelly Jagger, from Common Sense Training, about the importance of risk management in a Hydrotherapy pool.
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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26:35
The Lifeguard & Customer Service with Ian Ogilvie
Today's podcast will feature Ian Ogilvie who is an experienced Lifeguard trainer. Mike and I have a chat with Ian about the role of the lifeguard within the leisure centre. PoolTalk is released every tuesday morning. If you want to contact us p...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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26:18
Marketing, Making the Most of What You've Got, with Edwina Silver
Today we talk about how important good marketing is in the wet leisure industry. As pools start to emerge from a series of national lockdowns due to the Covid Pandemic we take a look at how to maximise what you've got with our guest Edwina Silv...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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31:09
The Spa Resort with Yvonne Ebdon
Today Mike and I are delighted to introduce Yvonne Ebdon from the UK Spa Association. Thank you to everyone who has listened so far. We would love to hear from you so please send us your emails to pooltalkuk@outlook.com or find us on facebook @...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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29:03
PoolMark with Robin Mitchell
Today Mike and I welcome Robin Mitchell from Pioneering Pool Solutions to the PoolTalk podcast to talk about the PoolMark award from PWTAG. PoolTalk is released every Tuesday morning. If you want to contact us please send us an email to pooltal...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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35:30
School Pools with Mandy Carey
In Today's episode of PoolTalk Mike and I have a discussion about the role of the school pool in young people's lives with Mandy Carey from Buckinghamshire. You can send us questions and comments on all episodes to pooltalkuk@outlook.com or fin...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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31:39
Pool Construction with Rebecca Witt from Bluepools LTD
In today's episode Mike and I talk about different pool construction methods in the UK. Please get in touch via email pooltalkuk@outlook.com or via facebook @PoolTalk
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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25:16
pH and Chlorine with Ian Nicks
Mike and I are again joined by Ian Nicks and we will be discussing pH and Chlorine. If you want to ask us questions or send us comments then please email us at pooltalkuk@outlook.com or find us on facebook @PoolTalk
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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22:13
The Compliance Audit with Sterling Hydrotech
In this episode of PoolTalk Mike and I talk with Craig Matthews from Sterling Hydrotech about why it is beneficial for pools to have an independent compliance audit on their pool. If you have any questions or comments please contact us - we wou...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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18:29
British Holiday Parks with Craig Valentine
In this episode of PoolTalk Mike and I talk with Craig Valentine, Regional Health and Safety Manager at Bourne Leisure about the role the British Holiday Park has in our society. Episodes are released every Tuesday. Please contact us at pooltal...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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32:04
Back to Basics with Ian Nicks
Mike and I talk with PWTAG council member, Ian Nicks, about the basics of pool water chemistry and the importance of getting it right when pools in the UK are allowed to open up again. As always, if you want to ask any questions then just send ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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18:43
Hydrotherapy Pools with Sarah Wratten
In today's episode Mike and I talk to Sarah Wratten, Clinical Specialist Phyisotherapist, about the importance of Hydrotherapy Pools. Hydrotherapy Pools provide the finest form of muscle and joint exercise for people who have difficulties with ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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26:06
The Value of Pool Plant Training with Mike Shuff
In our first episode of PoolTalk, Mike and I discuss the value of good training for pool plant operators in the swimming pool industry. If you have any questions for us please contact us either via email (pooltalkuk@outlook.com) or on our faceb...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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21:23
