Phosphates, Salt Cells & the ‘Cloudy Test’ Myth (+ a quick AI cameo)

Episode Summary

Hosts: Andrea & Paulette Cameo: Rudy with Joe Trusty (Pool Magazine / PoolMarketing.com) Sponsor: Revvdup Apparel

Andrea and Paulette kick off with shop talk, cooler temps, and a spike in phosphate readings. They unpack the long-running “are phosphates a thing?” debate, why South Florida sees big swings, and how phosphates intersect with salt systems, algae control, and filter life. Mid-show, Rudy drops in a short interview with Joe Trusty on where AI is already helping pool pros. Back with the duo, you’ll get practical strategies: when to treat, what “weekly micro-dosing” looks like, why some removers cloud and others don’t, and a clear explanation of orthophosphates vs. organic phosphates. They wrap with listener Q&A vibes, contact info, and a shoutout to the sponsor.

Episode Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction
• 10:25 Discussion Continues
• 20:51 Deep Dive
• 31:17 Key Insights
• 41:43 Practical Tips
• 52:09 Wrapping Up
• 01:02:35 Discussion Continues