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The Deep End Pool PodcastAuthor: The Deep End
Coming to you every week with tips, tricks, and knowledge about everything from pool construction to maintenance and chemistry. Frank and Jacque Disher invite you into their world of water. Frank loves chemistry and will quickly blow your mind as he rattles off chemicals and combinations. All the while, his sidekick Jacque will keep him reigned in and on topic...most of the time. Listen in for a fantastic, fun, and educational time.The Deep End HostsFrank and Jacque Disher were childhood sweethearts, and theyhave a chemistry between themselves that makes them appealingand entertaining to their listeners. They have even had a fewlisteners remark that they no longer own a swimming pool, butthey still listen to the show and enjoy the banter between thisloving couple.Frank has 29 years of experience in the pool industry and hassuccessfully run his business in the Dallas/Fort Worth marketsince 1997. Frank transitioned his business and joined thePoolwerx franchise group in 2017. Frank and Jacque havereceived numerous industry awards, and they are the only currenttwo-time Poolwerx Franchise Partner of the Year recipients. Frankhas a passion for education and is always seeking to find newand better products and information that will improve theexperience of swimming pool owners and make poolprofessionals better at what they do. Frank has a teachers heartand loves to educate and share his knowledge and experiences.His southern accent, slang, and sense of humor, combined withJacques brilliance and wit, make them a joy to listen to.Jacque has a masters degree in theatre and has spent manyyears on stage and teaching at all levels in the Dallas / FortWorth, Texas, area. Her pool industry experience is limited to theadministrative side of the business. Still, she brings a honedtheatrical talent to the podcast and is the perfect partner forasking questions the novice pool owner and pool pro would askwhen seeking to understand. Her humor and natural funinteraction with Frank create Language: en Genres: Chemistry, Education, How To, Science Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Pool Myths, Black Algae, and the Grand Poobah – Rudy Stankowitz Returns!
Episode 176
Saturday, 3 May, 2025
Send us a textGet ready for a deep dive into pool science, busted myths, and a whole lot of laughs! In Episode 176 of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jacque welcome back industry legend, author, and pool chemistry guru Rudy Stankowitz. From haunted Greek mountains to haunted pool advice online, we tackle:Black algae = cyanobacteria?CYA and phosphate mythsHow to really treat stubborn pool algaeWhy your salt system might be misleading youThe Grand Poobah’s mentorship mission!Whether you're a pool pro or a curious pool owner, Rudy drops knowledge bombs you don’t want to miss. Plus, he’s got a new thriller out—and guess who makes a cameo? 👀🎧 Subscribe, share, and follow us for more pool wisdom with a splash of humor!00:00 - Intro & Guest Introduction 02:51 - Virtual IPSSA Chapter & Grand Poobah 03:15 - Haunted Mountain Story & Rudy’s Back Injury 07:40 - Mentorship Award & Industry Leadership 10:18 - Rudy’s New Thriller Book & Pool References 11:40 - Algae Philosophy & Rudy’s Algae Book 14:04 - Black Algae is Cyanobacteria 14:30 - Understanding Biofilms & Toxins 32:00 - Water Testing and Online Pool Classes 23:13 - CYA Location Myth Debunked 25:00 - One Scoop Fix Claims (Copper Sulfate Myth) 26:55 - Algae Treatment: Keep Pumps Running 28:50 - Using Alum for Black Algae 39:40 - Phosphates Explained & Municipal Water43:10 - Borates as an 43:58 - Fake News: Acid and Alkalinity Myth47:00 - Salt Systems and High CYA Strategy50:00 - Salt Water vs Algae Growth51:40 - Copper, Silver, and BlueRay XL 52:58 - Adjusted Alkalinity & CYA Effect 54:50 - Wrap-Up & Rudy’s Resources Greenstory Global CYA Remover: https://amzn.to/3RDRSFL ad*Get Your Betta Solar Skimmer Discount!Use code BTRFFD62 at BettaBot.com for 5% OFF your Betta Solar 💙 BluRay XL Mineral Purifier - Reduce chlorine & maintain crystal-clear water: BluRayXL.com💨 Cyclone Filter Tools - The easiest way to clean your filters: CycloneFilterTools.com (Use code DEEPEND for 10% off!)🛠️ Culator Metal Remover - Eliminate pool stains & metals: Culator.com (Use code DeepEnd44 fSave 5% on your Betta purchase at www.bettabot.com, use coupon code BTRFFD62Greenstory Global CYA Remover: https://amzn.to/3RDRSFL adSave 10% on CycloneFilterTools on purchases from CYCLONEFILTERCLEANER.COM with coupon code DEEPENDBig savings on CU Lator products at CULATOR.COM, use coupon code DEEPEND44The Deep End Pool Podcast focuses on residential pool maintenance and may not cover commercial pool requirements. Please consult the CDC and local authorities and code requirements for commercial pool maintenance.Email us questions and show suggestions at deependfrank@gmail.com.visit our home page thedeependpoolpodcast.comThank you to all of our sponsors. We only accept sponsors that we know, trust, and use in our own business. http://poolwerx.com, http://culator.com, http://bluerayxl.com, https://cyclonefiltercleaner.com/, http://allsafepool.com Frank Disher is a 29-year pool pro. He and his wife, Jacque, operate a successful swimming pool company in the DFW Texas area, including retail stores, service and repair departments, and renovation depaPoolwerx, BlueRay XL, Cyclone Filter Tools, Allsafe Pool Fence and Covers, Fluidra, and IPSSA outroPlease give us a 5 star rating and a review, and contact us at deependfrank@gmail.com for questions and show ideas. Thank you
