Episode 147: Living Legendary with Industry Pioneers Al Curtis (Ask the Pool Guy) & Sandi Maki (Ask the Pool Girl)
Al Curtis and Sandi Maki are the creators of Ask the Pool Guy and Girl, a brand that began at the dawn of social media out of a sheer passion for the art and craft of building a pool.
Episode 143: Shasta Pools - Astonishing Customers for 55 Years with Skip and Jeff Ast
In this episode, we had the opportunity to interview Skip Ast and Jeff Ast of Shasta Pools. Shasta’s commitment to excellence began in 1966 when Bob Ast founded Shasta and was soon joined by his brother Skip. Today Shasta is Arizona’s most experienced pool builder and the valley’s only Master Pools Guild member, delivering innovative outdoor environments that are built to last with Skip, his son Jeff, and grandson Skip III carrying on the family tradition.
Episode 122: From Family Business to Boutique Agency with Nick Hauk of Pure Design Group & Elemental Acrylic
Listen in as Nick discusses his family business, his experience on Pool Kings, what it is like working day-in and day-out with high-end clientele (and the transparency it takes to do so), and his new adventure in the world of acrylic.
Episode 119: Russell Pool Company - Three Generations of Pool Building History with Lee Russell
In this episode, we had the opportunity to sit down with Lee Russell of Russell Pool Company in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Russell Pool Company was founded by Roy and Betty Russell in 1965, and today it is owned and operated by Keith and Lee Russell who have continued the tradition of designing and developing beautiful swimming pools.
Episode 117: Journey from NFL Offensive Lineman to Lifestyle Pool Builder with Travis Scott of Unity Pools
In this episode, we sat down with Travis Scott of Unity Pools in Gilbert, Arizona. Ever since we first saw them on Instagram, we knew that they had a California lifestyle vibe to them. Since we are from there as well, we really connect with some of their projects. We discuss Travis making it into the NFL and then transitioning into building swimming pools.
Episode 105: What to Look for When Partnering with a General Contractor or Pool Builder with Brad Leavitt, Jeromey Naugle, and John Martese
In this special episode, we sat down with Brad Leavitt of AFT Construction, Jeromey Naugle of Premier Paradise, and John Martese of On-Demand Design Concepts to discuss what you need to be looking for when aligning yourself with a General Contractor, Pool Designer, or Pool Builder.
Episode 98: Mitch Katz - Land of Elite: Why Systems, Processes, and Coaching are Key to Making Progress
Mitch shares his story with us about how he grew up in the family business and he learned from a young age the amount of grit it takes to run a business. After graduating from college Mitch knew he wanted to be involved in the business and has put that college education to use by integrating many new systems and processes.
Episode 85: LIVE Episode! Lucas Congdon of Lucas Lagoons
Another stop of the live tour is in the books and it was a great one! We had the opportunity to interview Lucas Congdon of Lucas Lagoons. You have probably seen him on the hit TV show Insane Pools Off the Deep End.
Episode 81: LIVE Episode! Rondo Pools: Bob & Kevin Rondeau
Stop two of our LIVE tour was in our hometown of Phoenix, AZ and we had the pleasure of interviewing Bob and Kevin Rondeau of Rondo Pools. Bob started the company back in 1983 and it was originally called Pools by Rondo.
Episode 72: Live Episode! Pool Kings: Kyle & Justin Peek
We kicked off the Live Podcast Tour in New Orleans and it was a big success! We had an amazing time with everyone that attended and want to thank you all again for coming. It really means a lot to us! Kyle and Justin Peek of Peek Pools were our guests and they did an awesome job, so we are excited to share this interview with you.
Episode 56: Visualize and Learn the Possibilities and Opportunities of Renovations with Rick Chafey
In this episode with sat down with Genesis SWD Master Rick Chafey to discuss the possibilities and opportunities made available to pool industry professionals when they incorporate renovations into their business. Renovations can include everything from a small change to an equipment pad to full-blown remodels.
Episode 51: Liquid Evolution Pools: Providing Quality Craftsmanship and Embracing Collaboration over Competition with John and Gordon
In this episode we interview our good friends John Smieszek and Gordon Berry of Liquid Evolution Pools. We first met them at a Tributary event where we got to check out a few of their pools. One of those pools we have seen go through several stages of the build process which you have probably seen on our Instagram page. This has sparked a true friendship and we are honored that they trust us enough to invite us to their job sites