E-264 Pool Nation Podcast - The Pool Pro’s Playbook: Education, Networking & Innovation PSP Expo 2025

In this week’s Pool Nation Podcast, Edgar, John, and Zac are joined by Meagan MAGAÑA, Show Manager of the PSP/Deck Expo, to give you the ultimate insider guide to the 2025 PSP Expo in Las Vegas (Oct 22–24). We break down everything—from education tracks and new keynote sessions to networking parties, the $10,000 Pool Pro Challenge, and the Pool Nation Awards. If you’ve ever wondered how to maximize your time at the PSP Expo, plan your route through the 400+ booths, and take advantage of show floor education without being overwhelmed—this is your roadmap. We also share industry secrets on hotel booking, reveal new product launches debuting at the show, and even get into the details of the Energy Bar (espresso in the morning, mocktails in the afternoon!) on the expo floor. 👉 Pro tip: Use promo code POOLNATION at registration for a FREE Expo Pass. 👉 Register at poolspapatio.com or poolnationawards.com. 🕒 Timestamps [00:00] Intro & sponsor thank-yous [02:00] Spider’s studio setup & fun banter [05:00] Welcome Meagan Magia – PSP Expo Show Manager [07:00] Key show update: October 22–24, 2025 (not November!) [09:00] Hotel blocks, rates, and hidden savings [12:00] How Pool Nation Awards started at PSP Expo [16:00] Venue update – North Hall vs. West Hall (don’t go to MetalCon!) [18:00] Welcome Party details – Ayu Dayclub [19:00] Three keynotes explained – industry panel, Darren Woodson, Women of Water [23:00] Education breakdown: Pre-Con, Core Conference, Show Floor, Post-Con [29:00] Food, concessions, and the brand-new Energy Bar [30:00] Pool Nation $10,000 Pool Pro Challenge – qualifiers & finals [37:00] Pool Nation Awards + HASA After Party at Alle Lounge 66 [45:00] Voting & nominee prep tips (write your speech!) [55:00] Advice for first-time attendees – how to plan and network [1:02:00] Product Showcase sneak peek & debuting new tech [1:06:00] How to register (and get your free pass) [1:12:00] Matrix members’ Vegas events & Larry’s Pool Nation house party [1:18:00] Final thoughts from Meagan, Zach & Edgar 🙏 Thank You to Our Sponsors This episode is made possible by our Visionary Partners: SPPA Blu-Ray XL AquaStar Pool Products Natural Chemistry Raypak Heritage Pool Supply Hayward Pool Products Poolside Tech Pool Brain US Motors