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Informative conversations on a much-needed focus on water quality best practice, innovation, and policy. We dedicate an hour-long episode at least once per month, to give a voice to water health as a most essential need. Together, we will explore topics that support sustainable outcomes for people and planet, as we treat, manage, or interact with water.
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#19 - Preventing Exposure with Robert Bilott
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Join us for latest episode on the topic of sustainability and pro tips to incorporate it in the pool environment. Special Guest: Robert Bilott - Partner at Taft Law Firm & Author of Exposure Hosted by Els Vanbeckevoort and Scott Bowron, tune in as we discuss: How PFAS impact water systems - including in Canada The health risks associated with these…
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Join us for latest episode on the topic of sustainability and pro tips to incorporate it in the pool environment. Hosted by Els Vanbeckevoort and Scott Bowron, tune in as we discuss: 2 types of free chlorine: one that disinfects; one that is a weak oxidizer Optimal pH allows operators to reduce excessive chlorine waste Disinfection by-products ----…
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Join us for latest episode on the topic of sustainability and pro tips to incorporate it in the pool environment. Hosted by Els Vanbeckevoort and Scott Bowron, tune in as we discuss: Els' visit to the largest pool in Western Europe, Tongelreep Pool design with Ludo Feyen, Gerben Op Den Buijs and Christel Broux How pool systems work together -------…
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Join us for latest episode on the topic of sustainability and pro tips to incorporate it in the pool environment. Special Guest: Tiernan Murphy - First Wave Maker (Founder) at Making Waves Swim School Hosted by Els Vanbeckevoort and Scott Bowron, tune in as we discuss: Why swim schools are important Fostering excellent water quality The Canadian Sw…
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Join us for latest episode on the topic of sustainability and pro tips to incorporate it in the pool environment. Hosted by Els Vanbeckevoort and Scott Bowron, tune in as we discuss: Better Pools 2024 recap Real world applications of data in pool management Optimizing pool operations -----------------------------------------------------------------…
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#14 - Water Wellness Safety with Dr. Roy Vore
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Join us for latest episode on the topic of sustainability and pro tips to incorporate it in the pool environment. Special Guest: Roy Vore Ph.D. - Senior Consultant at Vore & Associates Hosted by Els Vanbeckevoort and Scott Bowron, tune in as we discuss: The Importance of Data in Wellness Aquatics Wellness Aquatics (Hot Tubs, Float Tanks, Cold Plung…
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#13 - Nurseries Growing Sustainably with Tim McGinty & Ryan Butcher
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Join us for latest episode on the topic of digital adoption and putting water knowledge into practice. Special Guest: Tim McGinty - General Manager at North Creek Nurseries, Inc. and Ryan Butcher - Growing Coordinator at North Creek Nurseries, Inc. Hosted by Els Vanbeckevoort tune in as we discuss: Native plant selection processes The triple bottom…
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#12 - Pool Disinfection by-products 101 with Ludo Feyen
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Join us for latest episode on the topic of digital adoption and putting water knowledge into practice. Special Guest: Ludo Feyen - CEO of Labo Derva Hosted by Els Vanbeckevoort and Scott Bowron tune in as we discuss: Two major pathways for disinfection by-product formation Water chemistry and treatment increase/decrease DBP's An optimal pool handle…
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#11 - Black Belt Foundations in Aquatics with Scott Bowron
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Join us for latest episode on the topic of digital adoption and putting water knowledge into practice. Special Guest: Scott Bowron - CEO of Clear Aquatics Hosted by Els Vanbeckevoort tune in as we discuss: Looking back at the first 10 episodes of the podcast Digital adoption Moving beyond regulations ------------------------------------------------…
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#10 - Waterborne Disease Prevention with Michael Beach Ph.D.
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Join us for latest episode on the topic of sustainability and pro tips to incorporate it in the pool environment. Special Guest: Michael Beach Ph.D. - former Associate Director for Healthy Water at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Hosted by Els Vanbeckevoort and Scott Bowron, tune in as we discuss: Waterborne Diseases Optimizing Pr…
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#9 - Pro Tips for Sustainable Pools with Brent Copeland and Darin Kubicki
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Join us for latest episode on the topic of sustainability and pro tips to incorporate it in the pool environment. Special Guests: Brent Copeland, Senior Manager of Operations at the Town of Oakville and Darin Kubicki, Supervisor of Operations at the Town of Oakville. Hosted by Els Vanbeckevoort and Scott Bowron, tune in as we discuss: Impressions o…
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#8 - Why Water Metrics Matter in the Greenhouse with Chris Wood
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Join us for latest episode on the topic of water metrics in the greenhouse and pro-active water management making a substantial difference. Special Guest: Chris Wood, Head Grower at Proplant Propagation Services Ltd. Hosted by Els Vanbeckevoort and Scott Bowron, tune in as we discuss: The complexity of growing food Where water systems fit into the …
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#7 - The Power of Pumps in Process with Gerben Op Den Buijs
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Join us for latest episode on the topic of pool pumps. Special Guest: Gerben Op Den Buijs, Electrical Engineer and director of SEM Waterbehandeling Hosted by Els Vanbeckevoort and Scott Bowron, tune in as we discuss: What makes for good process control in Pools All Pumps 101 How reliable pumps fit into process automation Your questions matter! If y…
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#6 - The What, How and Why of Pool Deck Cleaning with Ludo Feyen
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Hosted by Els Vanbeckevoort and Scott Bowron, this episode explores the best practices in Pool cleaning, in and around the pool. In this episode Els Vanbeckevoort visits Labo Derva to meet with a familiar face, Ludo Feyen, a very respected leader on the forefront of Water Innovation. Tune in as we discuss: Contamination on pool decks Microbiologica…
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#5 - A Pool Supervisors Vantage Point for Better Pools with Darin Kubicki
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Hosted by Els Vanbeckevoort and Scott Bowron, this episode uncovers Darin's fascinating journey and expertise in pool management. From the recent Better Pools Conference to practical insights on optimizing pool operations, Darin shares it all! Tune in as we discuss: The challenges and triumphs in pool operations Insights gained and concrete steps t…
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#4 - Waves of Wisdom with Ludo Feyen, Gerben Op Den Buijs and Christel Broux
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We're back for our monthly episode of the Water Talks Podcast, the place where water health receives a fresh perspective. In this episode Els and Scott sit down with THREE special guests. Ludo Feyen, the CEO of Labo Derva, Gerben Op Den Buijs, Managing Director at SEM and Christel Broux, Director of Technical Sales at SEM. In this episode: Small st…
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#3 - Sustainable Agriculture and Water Health in Greenhouses with Edward Thoren
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We're back for our monthly episode of the Water Talks Podcast, the place where water health receives a fresh perspective. In this episode Els Vanbeckevoort sits down at the Canadian Greenhouse Conference with Head Grower of Roelands Plant Farm, Edward Thoren. Edward is an early adopter of sustainable agriculture. With a degree in Environmental Scie…
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We're back for our monthly episode of the Water Talks Podcast, the place where water health receives a fresh perspective. In this second episode, hosts Els Vanbeckevoort and Scott Bowron are excited to be joined by Jim Shubat, co-Founder and CTO at SanEcoTec Ltd, with a formal background in mechanical engineering, who is a multi-disciplinary techni…
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#1 - Sustainable Disinfection Practices with Dr. Steven Liss
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Introducing The Water Talks Podcast, the place where water health receives a fresh perspective. In this maiden podcast, hosts Els Vanbeckevoort and Scott Bowron are excited to be joined by Dr. Steven N. Liss, VP of Research at Toronto Metropolitan University and a well-published water scientist. In this Episode: Sustainable disinfection practices D…
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