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The Deep End Pool Podcast
by 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 Hosts Frank and Jacque Disher were childhood sweethearts, and they have a chemistry between themselves that makes them appealing and entertaining to their listeners. They have even had a few listeners remark that they no longer own a swimming pool, but they still listen to the show and enjoy the banter between this loving couple. Frank has 29 years of experience in the pool industry and has successfully run his business in the Dallas/Fort Worth market since 1997. Frank transitioned his business and jo
Episodes
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Ep 183 Respect For The Pool Professionals, And Preventing Summer Algae Issue Tips.
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to The Deep End Pool Podcast! After a brief hiatus, Frank and Jacque are back to dive into more pool problems and solutions. In Episode 183, we discuss common issues faced by pool owners and service professionals, and the unwarranted criticism and accusations Pool…
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Ep.181: Pool Stains & The 5 Basics of Pool Care | Deep End Pool Podcast
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Episode 181 of the Deep End Pool Podcast! In this episode, Frank and Jacque dive into two critical topics for pool owners: First, we tackle the persistent problem of pool staining, specifically focusing on metal stains. Learn why staining happens more frequently in...
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Surviving Pool Hell Week, Sahara Dust, Crazy Critters & Sketchy Pool Products | Ep 180
Send us Fan Mail Dive into Episode 180 of The Deep End Pool Podcast! This week, your solo host covers navigating the "hell week" of Memorial Day in the pool industry, preparing your pool for heavy storms and potential Sahara dust clouds, and even a creepy critter encounter. Plus, a deep dive into...
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CYA, Algae, and Why You Run Your Pump During The Day – Pool Chemistry Tips You Need Now! | Ep 179
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 179, Frank and Jacque are back from Alaska and diving into pool chemistry truths that matter right now. From the hidden dangers of high CYA levels to understanding why daytime pump runtime is critical—and even a deep dive into how algae behaves (and eats copper!)—this...
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Ep 178. No Regrets! Tips for Smarter Pool Renovations & Prepping for Expansion
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 178 of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jacque share pool renovation tips, smart upgrade prep, and why planning for future expansion is key! From extra tile and coping to oversized electrical panels and inverter heat pumps—these tips can save you big time down the...
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Stop Putting Chlorine Tabs in the Skimmer! Pool Damage, Critters, and Chemical Safety – Ep. 177
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 177 of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jacque Disher break down one of the most common (and dangerous) pool care mistakes: putting chlorine tabs in the skimmer. This episode dives into why trichlor tablets can destroy your plumbing, heaters, and plaster—and why...
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Pool Myths, Black Algae, and the Grand Poobah – Rudy Stankowitz Returns!
Send us Fan Mail 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...
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ep175 CYA Levels & Pool Sanitation | Algae, Pathogens, Pool Health Tips | The Deep End Pool Podcast
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jacque dive deep into CYA (Cyanuric Acid) and its impact on pool sanitation, water chemistry, and algae control. Frank explains how proper chlorine and CYA levels can help kill algae before it takes over your pool, and why...
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Ep 174.Managing LSI & Water Balance | The Deep End Pool Podcast (Video Edition)
Send us Fan Mail 🎥 Watch on YouTube & Subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/@deependfrank This episode: https://youtu.be/ZsggqNEoiAw?si=KZ28dn8p935RLX-n In Episode 174 of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jackie bring you their first-ever video podcast! They dive deep into the science of water...
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Ep 173. Skimmer Leaks, Superior Fixes & Pool Service Challenges | The Deep End Pool Podcast
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jacque dive deep into skimmer leaks and the innovative skimmer injection method for a superior fix. They also tackle the common challenges pool pros face when dealing with safety nets and pool service logistics. With spring...
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Ep172 Drowning Prevention and Chemical Safety
Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jacque dive into critical pool safety topics every pool owner and pro should know. From teaching infants to survive in water to ensuring your chemical storage won’t blow up your garage, this episode is packed with...
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CRITTERS in Your Pool? Ducks, Snakes, Frogs & What to DO! | The Deep End Pool Podcast Ep. 171
Send us Fan Mail Ducks in your pool? Frogs in the skimmer? Snakes in the heater cabinet?! Episode 171 of The Deep End Pool Podcast dives into the wild world of critters invading backyard pools and pool equipment. From flying poop-bombers to angry snakes, Frank and Jacque Disher share hilarious...
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Ep170 Dust Storm Drama & Pool Cleaner Debate
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 170 of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jacque tackle real listener questions including how to deal with pool problems caused by recent dust storms and a hot take from a viewer who disagrees with Frank’s 44-Second Pool School advice about reducing pressure-side...
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Ep. 169 Spring Pool Prep & Pro Tips! | The Deep End Pool Podcast 🌊💦
Send us Fan Mail Spring is here, and it’s time to get your pool ready! 🌞💧 In this episode, Frank & Jacque Disher break down essential pool maintenance tips for the season—covering stain removal, pool chemistry, fertilizer risks, robotic & pressure cleaners, and must-have products to make your...
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Ep168 🏊♂️ The Benefits of Borates & The Robotic Bundle: Polaris Robotic + Betta Solar Surface Skimmer 🌊
Send us Fan Mail Spring is here, and it’s time to get your pool in peak condition! In this episode of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jacque dive into the power of borates—what they do, why they’re essential, and how they help maintain a crystal-clear, algae-free pool. But that’s not all! We...
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Ep167 🏊♂️ Spring Pool Prep: Stop CYA Issues & Stains Before They Start! 🏊♀️
Send us Fan Mail Spring is almost here, and your pool water is warming up! Are you ready, or will you be fighting algae, stains, and high CYA all season? In this episode, Frank Disher goes solo to dive deep into why managing CYA (stabilizer) and metal levels NOW can save you time, money, and...
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Episode 166: Why Is My Spa Draining? Spa Leak vs. Check Valve Issue Explained!
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jacque broadcast from beautiful Waikiki while tackling a common pool owner headache: a draining spa. Is it a leak, or just a check valve failure? Learn how to diagnose the issue, understand the role of actuators, and avoid...
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Ep165 Shocking Saltwater Pools: If, When & Why You Should Do It! | The Deep End Pool Podcast
Send us Fan Mail Should you be shocking your saltwater pool weekly, or is it unnecessary? In this episode of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jacque Disher dive into the great debate over shocking saltwater chlorine generator pools. We break down the science behind it, why some say it's a…
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Ep164. Maximizing Water Purity & Reducing Chlorine Use | UV, Ozone, AOP, Salt Water Chlorine Generating Systems
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jacque explore cutting-edge technologies and products that help pool owners and service pros reduce chlorine usage while maintaining safer, more purified water. From hydroxyl radicals and ozone systems to UV sanitization and...
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Ep162: Designing an Efficient Pool: Smart Planning for Long-Term Savings | The Deep End Podcast Pt. 4
Send us Fan Mail In the final part of our four-part series on saving money on pool maintenance and upkeep, we dive into planning and designing your pool for maximum efficiency. Whether you're building a new pool, renovating, or buying a home with a pool, smart design choices can save you…
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Episode 161: Part 3: Saving Money on Pool Operation and Maintenance | heating, lighting, cleaners
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank dives into practical tips for saving money while operating and maintaining your swimming pool. Learn how to cut costs on pool heating, reduce water loss, optimize lighting, and explore secondary sanitizers. Frank also discusses...
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Ep160: Save Up To $1000 Per Year With Variable Speed Pumps.
Send us Fan Mail Discover how pool owners can save thousands annually with the installation and proper programming of a variable speed pump! In this episode of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jaque Disher break down the science of variable speed pumps, explain why they’re a game-changer for...
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Ep159 How To Save Money On Chemicals In 2025
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jacque Disher delve into strategies to reduce pool chemical costs and improve pool maintenance efficiency. From the benefits of borates and Blu-ray XL mineral purification to the importance of proper circulation and...
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Ep158 2025 Products We Are Excited About.
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to The Deep End Pool Podcast, hosted by Frank and Jacque Disher—your go-to resource for pool owners and swimming pool service professionals! In Episode 158, we dive into the exciting new pool products of 2025 that are set to revolutionize the industry. From cutting-edge...
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Ep157 Winter Emergency Freeze Protection. Be prepared!
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to The Deep End Pool Podcast! In this episode, Frank and Jacque discuss the critical steps every pool owner and pool professional should take to prepare for a sudden winter freeze. From water level maintenance to quick winterization tips, we share the best practices for...
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Ep156 Top Products of 2024. The Frank's Choice Awards
Send us Fan Mail Episode 156: Top Products of 2024 – The Deep End Pool Podcast Welcome to The Deep End Pool Podcast, the ultimate guide for pool owners and swimming pool service professionals. In this episode, Frank and Jacque highlight their top pool products of 2024, offering insights and...
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Ep155 Twelve Tips Of Pool Care Sing Along
Send us Fan Mail This is our Christmas special 12 Tips of Pool Care, sung by Jacque to the tune of Twelve Days of Christmas. Sing along and enjoy. Join Frank and Jacque Disher in this fun and festive episode of The Deep End Pool Podcast as they celebrate the season with a singalong version of the...
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Ep154 Gifts for the pool owner
Send us Fan Mail In this festive episode of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jacque share the best holiday gift ideas for pool owners! From essential pool tools and floats to advanced heating systems and pool toys, this episode covers the perfect presents that any pool owner would appreciate....
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Ep153 Things We Are Grateful For In The Pool Industry.
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Jacque discuss some of the things in the pool industry that have made their lives, work, and business better. Save 5% on your Betta purchase at www.bettabot.com, use coupon code BTRFFD62 Get 10% off on Camereye purchases from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the...
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Ep152. Part 2 Frank's Pet Peeves With Some Pools
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Jacque discuss more of Frank's pet peeves with some pool designs, lack of drainage, and lack of instruction given to pool owners. Save 5% on your Betta purchase at www.bettabot.com, use coupon code BTRFFD62 Get 10% off on Camereye purchases from camereye.ai with coupon...
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Ep151 Frank's Pool Pet Peeves Part 1
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Jacque discuss some of the pet peeves he has with the design and construction of some pools. Get 10% off on Camereye purchases from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the ultimate pool safety and monitoring solution. Save 10% on CycloneFilterTools on purchases…
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Ep150 Listener Pool Leak Question
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Jacque take a question from a listener about a leak in their pool. They discuss basic things you can easily check while waiting on leak detection, and temporary and permanent fixes. Get 10% off on Camereye purchases from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the...
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Ep145 Stain Causes and Treatment, and Debunking 1 Hour Per 10 Degrees
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Jacque discuss the problem with the standard one hour of pump run time per 10 degrees of water temperature, and the cause and treatment of surface staining. Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the ultimate pool safety and...
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Ep146 Heating and Conserving Heat In Your Pool
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Jaque discuss heating your pool and ways to help conserve heat in your pool. Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the ultimate pool safety and monitoring solution. Save 10% on CycloneFilterTools on purchases from...
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Ep149 Part 2 Black Algae with Rudy Stankowitz
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Rudy finish their discussion on Rudy's research on black algae. Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the ultimate pool safety and monitoring solution. Save 10% on CycloneFilterTools on purchases from CYCLONEFILTERCLEANER.COM…
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Bonus: Horror Movie Scream Queens, with Rudy Stankowitz
Send us Fan Mail Frank and special guest Rudy Stankowitz have a ball discussing horror movie Scream Queens. Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the ultimate pool safety and monitoring solution. Save 10% on CycloneFilterTools on purchases from...
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Ep148 Black Algae With Guest Rudy Stankowitz Part 1 of 2
Send us Fan Mail Frank and special guest Rudy Stankowitz discuss black algae. Rudy has done the most in-depth research in black algae for the swimming pool industry. Part 2 is episode 149 Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the ultimate pool safety and...
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Ep 147 Winter Sanitizer and the Battle of Leaves
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Jacque discuss the process they use for winter sanitation in North Texas, and four ways to help pool owners manage leaves in their pool. Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the ultimate pool safety and monitoring solution. Save...
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Ep144 How To Identify Leaks In Your Pool
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Jacque talk about how to identify leaks in your pool. Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the ultimate pool safety and monitoring solution. Save 10% on CycloneFilterTools on purchases from CYCLONEFILTERCLEANER.COM with coupon...
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Ep143 Winter Tips For Southern Pools
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Jacque give tips from some of the questions brought up in FB groups for pool owners in the south. Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the ultimate pool safety and monitoring solution. Save 10% on CycloneFilterTools on purchases...
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Ep142 Leak Detection Training and Winter Water Maintenance
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Jacque discuss leak detection training at Anderson Manufacturing, leaktools.com, and winter water maintenance. Don't neglect your pool in the winter. Frank and Jacque answer a listener's question about recommendations for upgrades to their swimming pool. Get 10% off on...
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Ep141 Top 5 Upgrades For Your Swimming Pool
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Jacque answer a listener's question about recommendations for upgrades to their swimming pool. Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the ultimate pool safety and monitoring solution. Save 10% on CycloneFilterTools on purchases…
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Ep 140 The 5 Basics of Pool Maintenance
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Jacque discuss the five basics of pool care in detail: debris removal, brushing, filtration, circulation, and water chemistry. Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the ultimate pool safety and monitoring solution. Save 10% on...
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Ep 139 Black Algae, How do you get it, how do you get rid of it.
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Jacque discuss black algae and the difficulties it causes with pool maintenance. They also discuss the metal staining issues that can happen from using products that are used to combat algae. Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 -...
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Ep138 Best Time To Renovate Your Pool, and Order Pool Covers
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Jacque take listener questions and discuss the pros and cons of renovating a pool in the spring, winter, or fall. and when you should order your pool covers. Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the ultimate pool safety and...
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Ep137 "Shock" Talk, Summer Heat Damage, and Get Your Covers Now.
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Jacque (It is Jacque's Birthday. Happy birthday Jacque!) discuss the actual meaning of the term "Shock", summer heat damage on swimming pools, and if you are going to get a winter cover, get it now. Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code...
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Teaser ep136 Borates, a humorous discussion on borates.
Send us Fan Mail A short segment from episode 136. Frank and Jacque discuss borates and its effects on your pool. Frank's explanation of Algae and how it multiplies is sure to make you chuckle. Enjoy. Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the ultimate pool...
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EP136 Borates, Pump Hydraulics, Hayward Salt System Issues
Send us Fan Mail Frank and Jacque discuss issues Frank has been seeing in the field with Hayward salt systems, pump cavitation, and, once again, the benefits of borates. Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the ultimate pool safety and monitoring…
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Ep135 Talking Stone Around Your Pool with guest Chris Bowen
Send us Fan Mail Frank and guest Chris Bowen of QDI discuss some of the stones and issues with natural stones around swimming pools. Chris Bowen's website Chris-Bowen.net Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the ultimate pool safety and monitoring…
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Ep134 Pool Water Testing with Wayne Ivusich
Send us Fan Mail Frank and special guest Wayne Ivusich discuss proper water testing for you swimming pools. Get 10% off on Camereye purchase from camereye.ai with coupon code DEEPEND24 - the ultimate pool safety and monitoring solution. Save 10% on CycloneFilterTools on purchases from...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
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 Hosts Frank and Jacque Disher were childhood sweethearts, and they have a chemistry between themselves that makes them appealing and entertaining to their listeners. They have even had a few listeners remark that they no longer own a swimming pool, but they still listen to the show and enjoy the banter between this loving couple.
Frank has 29 years of experience in the pool industry and has successfully run his business in the Dallas/Fort Worth market since 1997. Frank transitioned his business and jo
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What is The Deep End Pool Podcast about?
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...
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