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Get 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 myths
- How to really treat stubborn pool algae
- Why your salt system might be misleading you
- The 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? 👀
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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 Water
43:10 – Borates as an
43:58 – Fake News: Acid and Alkalinity Myth
47:00 – Salt Systems and High CYA Strategy
50:00 – Salt Water vs Algae Growth
51:40 – Copper, Silver, and BlueRay XL
52:58 – Adjusted Alkalinity & CYA Effect
54:50 – Wrap-Up & Rudy’s Resources
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