House Party
249 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsA podcast about the intersection of home and pop culture from the editors of realtor.com. Join Rachel Stults and Natalie Way as they dish on the latest home trends, celebrity real estate, reality TV, and much, much more.
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159. Behind the Scenes of 'Rock the Block' with the Winners of Season 4
April 12, 2023 20:08 - 58 minutesThis week, season 4 of "Rock the Block" came to a close and a new winning team was crowned. After six grueling weeks of construction and creativity, the fireworks flew and one duo of HGTV stars learned they had designed the best home on the block. Their win solidifies that good, authentic design absolutely adds value to a home, but what else made their property stand out from the rest? On this exclusive episode of "House Party" podcast, we sit down with the winners of season four to deep dive...
158. 'Rock the Block' Season 4, Episode 5 Recap: Designing for the Great Outdoors
April 07, 2023 22:31 - 38 minutesOn the penultimate episode of "Rock the Block" Season 4, the teams set their sights and renovation budgets on their home exteriors. This week, they're tasked with overhauling the house siding, landscaping, backyard, and patio. But, host Ty Pennington throws the HGTV stars a curveball—and an extra $1,000—to complete a design challenge. In addition to all the other work they're putting into their exterior designs, they must also create a recreational activity area. Click the player above to hea...
157. 'Rock the Block' Season 4 Episode 4: High Praise for This Week's Lower Level Renovations
March 31, 2023 21:07 - 41 minutesImagine having 1,500 square feet of walkout basement space to design to your heart's content. Would it be dedicated to family time, entertaining guests, or cultivating your physical and mental health? That was the big decision the four teams of HGTV designers had to make on this week's episode of "Rock the Block." Host Ty Pennington announces that the design duos will be tricking out the entire 1,500-square-foot lower level of their houses, and it's up to them to decide how to add as much sty...
156. 'Rock the Block' Season 4 Episode 3 Recap: Which Team Has the Sweetest Main Suite?
March 27, 2023 17:11 - 45 minutesWhen designing (or dreaming about) the ideal main suite of a home, the goal is to cultivate a space that is comfortable and functional. On this week's episode of "Rock the Block," all four teams passed this test with flying colors. Every main suite included a relaxing bedroom, a spa-like bathroom, a walk-in closet, and a private washer and dryer. But one team of HGTV stars used their experience designing luxurious homes to rise above and be crowned the winners of the main suite challenge. On ...
155. ‘Rock the Block’ Season 4 Episode 2 Recap: Living Room Looks and Too Many Books
March 17, 2023 23:13 - 40 minutesHow does living room design add value to a home? That's the question the HGTV star designers are tasked with solving on this week's episode of "Rock the Block." For this competition, host Ty Pennington challenges the teams to renovate the entry area, living room, and guest powder room in their respective houses. Guest judges Mina Starsiak Hawk of "Good Bones" and Jenn Todryck of "No Demo Reno" stop by to evaluate the designers' work and determine who added the most appraised value to their ho...
154. Rock the Block Season 4 Recap: Are Two Kitchens Better Than One?
March 10, 2023 19:29 - 44 minutes“House Party” is the official Realtor.com® podcast about the overlapping worlds of home and pop culture, hosted by Rachel Stults and Natalie Way. Click the player above to hear our take on this week’s hot topics. We're all in on season four of "Rock the Block," the home renovation competition that pits teams of HGTV stars against one another to build a house from scratch and add as much value to the property as possible. This time around, the showdown takes place in the idyllic mountain town ...
153. HGTV's Controversial New Show 'Down Home Fab,' the Gas Stoves Culture War, Tom Brady: Landlord?
February 10, 2023 05:20 - 40 minutesAs any loyal listener of "House Party" knows, when a new HGTV show premieres we can't help but check it out. So when we caught wind of "Down Home Fab," the new home renovation series starring former "Teen Mom 2" star Chelsea DeBoer and her husband Cole, we had to jump in. Join us as we recap episode one and give our honest thoughts on the DeBoer's controversial 'South Dakota glam' design style. Other topics we discuss on this episode: You can rent Tom Brady's Florida home for $60K a month T...
152. Lisa Marie Presley and the Fate of Graceland, How to Comb Facebook Marketplace Like a Pro, and More
January 25, 2023 03:59 - 35 minutesOn this brand new episode we cover a number of trending topics including the passing of Lisa Marie Presley and the legacy of Graceland, the iconic home that belonged to her father, Elvis Presley. Lisa Marie inherited the Memphis, TN, property at the time of her father's death, but now the keys belong to someone else. We also discuss tips for navigating secondhand sales websites and how one person claims they saved $10,000 on home furnishings by shopping on Facebook Marketplace. Then, we annou...
151. Why Harry and Meghan Might Be Moving, the Fate of the Idaho Murder House, and More
January 13, 2023 10:20 - 37 minutesWe kick off the first podcast episode of 2023 with a discussion of hot topics as of late: the California storms (parade of tornadoes!), the Idaho college student murders (what will happen to the house?), Prince Harry's memoir "Spare" and the Sussex's discontent with their current home (rumor has it they’re not happy in their Montecito, CA, mansion and want to move). (Montecito estate where they filmed their Neflix show.) Then, we crown the first celebrity real estate winner and loser of the y...
150. Why Mark Wahlberg Dropped The Price of His Estate, Ryan Seacrest Sells in Beverly Hills, Selling the OC Episode 8
December 12, 2022 18:51 - 47 minutesOn this episode of "House Party" podcast, we get into why Mark Wahlberg dropped the price of his Beverly Hills estate and why Ryan Seacrest took way less than the original asking price of his hillside Beverly Hills mansion. Then, we continue (and conclude) our recap of season one of "Selling the OC." The drama comes to a head and the Oppenheim Group agents duel it out during a yacht party. Who comes out on top? Pop a bottle of champagne, press play on the player above, and join us as we discu...
149. Lena Dunham's Luxury Tiny Home, Trevor Noah's Penthouse, 'Selling the OC' episode 7 Recap
November 11, 2022 20:17 - 51 minutesWe kick off this week's episode of "House Party" with a lively discussion about two buzzy topics in celebrity real estate news. The first: writer, director, and millennial antihero Lena Dunham's beautifully designed luxury tiny home that she built in her parents' backyard. The über successful Dunham could presumably live just about anywhere, but she opted to design and move into a one-and-a-half-bedroom "forever home" that's 10 feet from her parents' house. So we have to wonder if Dunham's la...
148. Truth Behind the Homes on 'Selling the OC' Episode 6, Plus, Is Kylie Jenner's Mansion Actually Worth $22M?
November 04, 2022 19:59 - 46 minutesOver the years we've seen plenty of celebrities buy and sell second homes in the same city as their primary residence. Lebron James has simultaneously owned homes in the tony Los Angeles enclaves of Brentwood and Beverly Hills. Leonardo DiCaprio has a long history of doing real estate deals all over LA, from Malibu to Los Feliz. Now, Kylie Jenner is the latest A-lister to put her "spare" LA home up for sale. Jenner and her partner Travis Scott reportedly listed their Beverly Hills home for $2...
148. Is Kylie Jenner's Mansion Actually Worth $22M? Plus, 'Selling the OC' Episode 6 Recap
November 04, 2022 19:59 - 46 minutesOver the years we've seen plenty of celebrities buy and sell second homes in the same city as their primary residence. Lebron James has simultaneously owned homes in the tony Los Angeles enclaves of Brentwood and Beverly Hills. Leonardo DiCaprio has a long history of doing real estate deals all over LA, from Malibu to Los Feliz. Now, Kylie Jenner is the latest A-lister to put her "spare" LA home up for sale. Jenner and her partner Travis Scott reportedly listed their Beverly Hills home for $2...
147. Tom Brady's Home for Sale Amid Divorce, Timothee Chalamet's New Mansion, 'Selling the OC' Episode 5 Recap
October 28, 2022 02:21 - 40 minutesHello, friends! We begin this all new episode of House Party with a discussion about the buzziest real estate news stories as of late. Between marital strife and a not-so-stellar start to the football season, Tom Brady has a lot on his plate. But the latest news about the superstar quarterback is that his Tampa, FL, home is on the market for $12.5M. We have the scoop on the house, plus details about Brady's most recent real estate ordeal. Then, we chat about heartthrob actor Timothee Chalamet...
147. Timothee Chalamet's New Mansion, Tom Brady's Home for Sale Amid Divorce, 'Selling the OC' Episode 5 Recap
October 28, 2022 02:21 - 40 minutesHello, friends! We begin this all new episode of House Party with a discussion about the buzziest real estate news stories as of late. Between marital strife and a not-so-stellar start to the football season, Tom Brady has a lot on his plate. But the latest news about the superstar quarterback is that his Tampa, FL, home is on the market for $12.5M. We have the scoop on the house, plus details about Brady's most recent real estate ordeal. Then, we chat about heartthrob actor Timothee Chalamet...
146. 'Selling the OC' Episode 4; Rihanna Buys Again in Beverly Hills
October 20, 2022 16:31 - 44 minutesHi friends! This week we continue our recap of "Selling the OC" with episode four, titled "Not So Happy Hour." While the drama between the agents at the Oppenheim Group is heating up, one agent sells a $3.2 million house and makes her biggest commission to date. Several properties are featured on this episode including a $4.5 million hillside home in Laguna Beach and a massive Laguna Beach mansion. Then, we discuss two recent real estate stories of note: Melissa McCarthy's purchase of a NYC p...
145. 'Selling the OC' Episode 3; America's Coolest Cities With Andrew Tyree, Host of 'Beyond the Block'
October 12, 2022 22:28 - 56 minutesWelcome back to the show! This week, we continue our recap of "Selling the OC" with episode three titled "Testing the Waters". The agents at the Oppenheim Group hustle to get listings and find buyers for a variety of properties including a hillside Laguna Beach, CA, home, a 6,000-square-foot mansion in Irvine, CA, and a $21-million Dana Point, CA, estate. But the drama really heats up when the agents hit the beach, pop some champagne, and reveal their true feelings for each other. Then, Natal...
144. 'Selling the OC' Episode 2, Jennifer Lawrence is Selling Her NYC Loft, Adele's Beverly Hills Abode
October 04, 2022 22:45 - 43 minutesThis week we continue our recap of "Selling the OC". On episode two we see some major rifts forming: Kayla vs. Alexandra Rose. Gio vs. Alex Hall. Everyone vs. The Alexandras. In addition to the awkward confrontations and over-the-top drama, we also see three properties featured on this episode: a $28-million mansion in Newport Beach, CA, a beachfront Laguna Beach, CA, getaway, and a family-friendly house in Laguna Niguel, CA. Then, we chat about two of the most interesting real estate stories...
143. 'Selling the OC' Recap; Johnny Cash House Sells to a Fan; The Story Behind Derek Jeter's Tampa Mansion
September 26, 2022 16:00 - 43 minutesWe're back with a jam-packed episode of "House Party"! This week Realtor.com celebrity news writer Claudine Zap joins Natalie to dive head-first into the premiere episode of "Selling the OC," the buzzy spinoff of the real estate reality show, "Selling Sunset."Then, Claudine and Natalie chat about two of the most interesting real estate stories as of late: the fate of Johnny Cash's Ventura, CA, home and the reason why Derek Jeter's Tampa, FL, mansion is getting demolished.Be sure to subscribe ...
142. Shea and Syd McGee Share Their Favorite Moments From Season 3 of 'Dream Home Makeover'
August 17, 2022 18:00 - 36 minutesWe're back with an all-new episode of "House Party" and it feels so good!On this episode of "House Party," we're thrilled to share our interview with Shea and Syd McGee, the stars of Netflix's "Dream Home Makeover" and owners of the successful and aspirational interior design company Studio McGee. With the recent premiere of the third season of their popular Netflix show, we couldn't wait to chat with them about their favorite moments, best advice for anyone struggling to find their design st...
142. Studio McGee's Shea and Syd Spill on Season 3 of 'Dream Home Makeover'. Plus, This Week's Real Estate Winner and Loser
August 17, 2022 18:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBWe're back with an all-new episode of "House Party" and it feels so good! This week we're thrilled to share our interview with Shea and Syd McGee, the stars of Netflix's "Dream Home Makeover" and owners of the ultra-successful and very aspirational interior design company Studio McGee. On this episode we also discuss Natalie's shockingly close connection to the tragic Anne Heche car crash. And we crown this week's celebrity real estate winner and loser. Be sure to subscribe to “House Part...
141. Chip and Jo's Emmy Nom. A 'Selling Sunset' Baby? Plus, 'Battle on the Beach' Crowns a Winner
July 18, 2022 22:00 - 36 minutesWe were pretty shocked to hear that Chip and Joanna Gaines had never won an Emmy for their juggernaut renovation show "Fixer Upper." Since the duo were never producers on that show, though, they were never eligible.But now, as owners of Magnolia Network and executive producers of "Fixer Upper: Welcome Home," Chip and Jo have the opportunity to win gold. Last week, we learned that "Fixer Upper: Welcome Home" was nominated for Outstanding Structured Reality Program. The Emmys are scheduled for ...
140. Chatting With the Host of Netflix’s ‘How To Build a Sex Room’. Plus, Guest Room Renos on 'Battle on the Beach'
July 08, 2022 21:00 - 41 minutesNetflix’s series “How To Build a Sex Room” doesn’t require viewers to guess about its subject matter. It’s all there in the title!Throughout the years, we’ve seen more homeowners construct sex rooms and BDSM basements inside their homes, but this is the first time this trend has been packaged in the form of a renovation reality show.So we jumped at the chance to sit down with luxury interior designer and series host Melanie Rose, aka the “Mary Poppins” of sex rooms, to learn more about her ra...
139. This Might Be The Worst-Designed Room in ‘Battle on the Beach’ History. Plus, Noteworthy Homes on TV
July 01, 2022 21:00 - 32 minutesHi friends! On this week's episode of "House Party," Natalie lets everyone in on the Netflix press junket she attended where she interviewed the reality TV stars of "Selling the OC," "Dream Home Makeover," and more.Then, Rachel and Natalie realize they're both currently watching TV shows with remarkable real estate.And the "Battle on the Beach" recaps continue on with a rundown of this week's episode in which the teams of rookie designers and HGTV mentors renovate the kid's room. Mid-way thro...
138. Food Delivery Fails, Battle on the Beach Episode 3, 'Yassified' Songs on HGTV
June 24, 2022 23:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBIf you could design the living room in your ultimate beach house, what would it look like? That's the question the teams on "Battle on the Beach" had to ponder this week. Of course, being a part of this design competition means they have to stick to a strict budget and a limited timeline, but that doesn't mean they could slack off on putting unique, creative touches on their spaces. To impress the judges and take home the top prize this week, the teams had to add an architectural detail and ...
138. Food Delivery Fails, 'Battle on the Beach' Episode 3, 'Yassified' Songs on HGTV
June 24, 2022 23:00 - 35 minutesIf you could design the living room in your ultimate beach house, what would it look like? That's the question the teams on "Battle on the Beach" had to ponder this week. Of course, being a part of this design competition means they have to stick to a strict budget and a limited timeline, but that doesn't mean they could slack off on putting unique, creative touches on their spaces. To impress the judges and take home the top prize this week, the teams had to add an architectural detail and a...
137. Alison Victoria's Questionable Design Decision on 'Battle on the Beach'. Plus, Boomer Decor Stereotypes
June 17, 2022 20:00 - 34 minutesWe're back and continuing with our recap of season two of "Battle on the Beach," the shoreside design competition where HGTV stars and novice house flipping teams renovate old beach houses. The team who adds the most value back into the property wins the ultimate prize of $50,000.This week, the teams are tasked with overhauling the main suite in their home. While everyone is concerned with making their spaces luxurious and stylish, one team takes their creativity a little too far and makes a...
136. Ty Pennington Reveals One Design Choice That Makes Him Want to Cry; Plus, a Peek at Tom Cruise's Real Estate
June 09, 2022 16:00 - 57 minutesSummer is closer than ever, and on HGTV that means a return to the shore for another season of "Battle on the Beach." We thoroughly enjoyed the first season of this home renovation competition show, and we weren't alone. Last year, it was watched by more than 13 million viewers. So you can only imagine how excited we were to meet three new teams of competitors and see them flip three identical beach houses with the help of their HGTV mentors Ty Pennington, Taniya Nayak, and Alison Victoria. T...
135. Is It Time to Put Modern Farmhouse Style Out to Pasture? (w/ Katie Holdefehr from Real Simple)
May 24, 2022 19:00 - 46 minutesThis week, Real Simple senior editor Katie Holdefehr joins us to deep dive on one of the most pervasive home design trends ever, modern farmhouse. It's currently a contentious topic—some people love it, some people hate it—and we're here to break it all down and ask the ultimate question: Is modern farmhouse past its prime?In our conversation we discuss why modern farmhouse became so popular, the most egregious modern farmhouse furnishings (we're looking at you, mason jars...), and how it's ...
134. What Happened to 'The Staircase' House? Plus, Erin Napier's Stranger Danger
May 13, 2022 23:00 - 28 minutesOn the heels of the new HBO drama series "The Staircase", we dive into the status of the Peterson house in Durham, NC, where Kathleen Peterson died. Who owns it? Does it still look the way it did in 2001 when the crime occurred?Plus, we discuss Erin Napier's terrifying ordeal with a stranger who came to Laurel, MS, in search of her family. And, we crown this week's celebrity real estate winner.Be sure to subscribe to “House Party” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts ...
Lil Jon's New HGTV Show. Plus, a Real Estate Scam You Probably Haven't Heard Of
May 06, 2022 20:00 - 30 minutesFrom "The Tinder Swindler" to the Elizabeth Holmes saga, our fascination with scammers knows no bounds. So, you can imagine how intrigued we were to learn about the brother-sister team who conned homebuyers out of $6 million in down payments. On a new episode of "House Party," we discuss this case and try to figure out how on earth the accused parties pulled it off. We also wrap up our thoughts on "Selling Sunset" season five, give our brutally honest thoughts on the newest HGTV show "Lil Jon...
132. 'Selling Sunset' Season 5: The Real Estate Wars Continue; Plus, a Grammy-Winning Duo Takes a Loss
April 29, 2022 21:00 - 34 minutes"Selling Sunset"—the Netflix reality TV show that focuses on luxury homes in Los Angeles and the relationships between the agents who sell them—is about 10% real estate and 90% drama. Some people wish the beautiful properties were highlighted more, but frankly, it's just not that kind of show. You might come to "Selling Sunset" for an up-close look at eight-figure mansions, but you stay for the not-so-controlled chaos that plays out among the agents on the show After tearing through Season 5,...
131. 'Christina in the Country' Has a Lot to Prove. Plus, What Happened to the 'Rock the Block' Homes?
April 21, 2022 23:00 - 29 minutesHi friends! This week we wrap up our "Rock the Block" talk with a discussion about the statuses of the houses designed on the show. Then, we get into Christina Hall's latest real estate coup and her new show, "Christina in the Country." We also talk about "Retro Plant Shop with Mikey and Jo," John Wayne Gacy's house (which is back in the news thanks to the new Netflix series, "Conversations With a Killer: The John Wayne Gacy Tapes"), and this week's celebrity real estate winner and loser.Be s...
Rock the Block' Showrunner Shares Season 3 Secrets, Plus the HGTV Stars You'll Probably Never See on the Show
April 07, 2022 22:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBFrequent "House Party" listeners know that we love to nerd out on HGTV shows. So you can only imagine how excited we were to talk to Patrick Byrnes, the showrunner and executive producer of "Rock the Block." Byrnes has been helming the show for the past two seasons, so he has plenty of first-hand knowledge about casting the show and all the hard work that actually goes in to creating a design competition. If you're craving more "Rock the Block" after you listen to our interview with Byrnes,...
130. 'Rock the Block' Showrunner Shares Season 3 Secrets, Plus the HGTV Stars You'll Probably Never See on the Show
April 07, 2022 22:00 - 57 minutesFrequent "House Party" listeners know that we love to nerd out on HGTV shows. So you can only imagine how excited we were to talk to Patrick Byrnes, the showrunner and executive producer of "Rock the Block." Byrnes has been helming the show for the past two seasons, so he has plenty of first-hand knowledge about casting the show and all the hard work that actually goes in to creating a design competition. If you're craving more "Rock the Block" after you listen to our interview with Byrnes, c...
129. Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson Reveal Their Secrets for Dominating on 'Rock the Block'
April 04, 2022 21:00 - 40 minutesWe're thrilled to welcome HGTV stars Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson to the pod! After following their progress on this season of "Rock the Block," we couldn't wait to chat about their most memorable renovations and how they delivered gorgeous designs week after week. Fun fact: Their infamous "trifecta power move" of expanding the entryway and connecting it to the garage was planned well before they arrived on the block. Enjoy our talk with Sherrod and Jackson and, if you want more "Rock the B...
128. What the Heck Is an Oyster Oven? This and Other Puzzling Backyard Design Choices on 'Rock the Block'
March 31, 2022 16:00 - 38 minutesA pink house, an edible garden, and an oyster oven: These are all outdoor features we saw on this week's episode of "Rock the Block." The four teams of HGTV stars focused their efforts on the house exteriors, which they renovated to enhance the curb appeal and outdoor amenities. Host Ty Pennington also challenged the teams to build a dog-friendly feature, and while some of the designers had a ruff time pulling it off, one team proved it was best in show. Click the player above to hear our rec...
128. What the Heck Is an Oyster Oven? And Other Puzzling Backyard Design Choices on 'Rock the Block'
March 31, 2022 16:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBA pink house, an edible garden, and an oyster oven: These are all outdoor features we saw on this week's episode of "Rock the Block." The four teams of HGTV stars focused their efforts on the house exteriors, which they renovated to enhance the curb appeal and outdoor amenities. Host Ty Pennington also challenged the teams to build a dog-friendly feature, and while some of the designers had a ruff time pulling it off, one team proved it was best in show. Click the player above to hear our r...
128. Recapping 'Rock the Block': How Much Value Does a Hot Tub Add?
March 31, 2022 16:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBA pink house, an edible garden, and an oyster oven: These are all outdoor features we saw on this week's episode of "Rock the Block." The four teams of HGTV stars focused their efforts on the house exteriors, which they renovated to enhance the curb appeal and outdoor amenities. Host Ty Pennington also challenged the teams to build a dog-friendly feature, and while some of the designers had a ruff time pulling it off, one team proved it was best in show. Click the player above to hear our r...
127. Dumpster Diving?! 'Rock the Block' Teams Push the Limits for a Win This Week
March 24, 2022 23:00 - 31 minutesThis week on "Rock the Block," the teams renovate the finished room over the garage (a.k.a. the F.R.O.G.) and the loft space. While most teams went the route of building an in-law unit or accessory dwelling unit, one team went in an entirely different direction and made a design choice that likely helped them secure the win. On this episode of "House Party," we discuss the impact of guest judges (and high-end designers) Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent, whether or not good design adds value to ...
126. Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas Dish on Funniest Moments and Constantly Losing on 'Rock the Block'
March 18, 2022 21:00 - 55 minutesFor weeks, we've been watching Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas compete on the HGTV renovation show "Rock the Block." But they're no strangers to transforming houses—the couple started their home-flipping business in Colorado, and several years ago, they decided to head to Detroit to focus on renovating run-down properties. The Motor City is now their home and the location of their own HGTV show, "Bargain Block," which chronicles their efforts to revitalize neighborhoods one house at a time. We we...
125. Inside a 'Million-Dollar Bathroom' on 'Rock the Block': S3 E3 Recap
March 15, 2022 20:00 - 34 minutesOur recap of 'Rock the Block' continues as the HGTV stars design and construct the main bedroom and bathroom of their respective homes. They're also hit with their first design challenge of the season! Host Ty Pennington reveals five design materials that are synonymous with South Carolina: driftwood, sweet grass baskets, boat sails, reclaimed wood, and sea glass. Each team must choose one design material and incorporate it into their main suite.Which duo turns out a totally tranquil space an...
124. Page Turner Talks Her New HGTV Show—And Why She's Done With Modern Farmhouse
March 11, 2022 19:00 - 40 minutesThis week we sit down with real estate agent and HGTV star Page Turner to discuss her new show "Fix My Flip" (airing Thursdays at 9 PM on HGTV and Discovery+). Then, we get into this week's celebrity real estate winners and losers.Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you have access to new episodes right when they publish. And please: Throw us a five-star rating if you like what you hear. The more good ratings and reviews we have, the easier ...
124. Chatting With Page Turner About Her New HGTV Show—And Why She's Done With Modern Farmhouse
March 11, 2022 19:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBThis week we sit down with real estate agent and HGTV star Page Turner to discuss her new show "Fix My Flip" (airing Thursdays at 9 PM on HGTV and Discovery+). Then, we get into this week's celebrity real estate winners and losers. Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you have access to new episodes right when they publish. And please: Throw us a five-star rating if you like what you hear. The more good ratings and reviews we have, the easie...
123. A 'Trifecta Power Move' on 'Rock the Block': S3 E2 Recap
March 08, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutesHi friends! Our recap of "Rock the Block" continues, and this week the HGTV stars renovate the entry and living room in their respective houses. While all of the teams went big on this challenge, one team took it to another level and added square footage to their house. Talk about over-achievers! We were also excited to see Jasmine Roth of "Help, I Wrecked My House," as the guest judge this week. So, which team added the most value to their home and who missed the mark? We get into it on a br...
123. A 'Trifecta Power Move' on 'Rock the Block' Boosts One Team's Home Value
March 08, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBHi friends! Our recap of "Rock the Block" continues, and this week the HGTV stars renovate the entry and living room in their respective houses. While all of the teams went big on this challenge, one team took it to another level and added square footage to their house. Talk about over-achievers! We were also excited to see Jasmine Roth of "Help, I Wrecked My House," as the guest judge this week. So, which team added the most value to their home and who missed the mark? We get into it on a b...
122. HGTV Stars Leslie Davis and Lyndsay Lamb; Plus, Why Michael Jordan Hasn't Sold His Mansion in 10 Years
March 04, 2022 22:00 - 51 minutesLast week we jumped head-first into the new season of "Rock the Block," and, to be quite honest, we're hooked! The home renovation competition gives four teams of HGTV stars mere weeks and a limited budget to design one of four identical homes in their signature style while also adding value to their property. The team who adds the most value wins. At this point in the show, it's anyone's game and we have zero idea which team is going to take the crown. Perhaps it'll be Leslie Davis and Lynds...
121. 'Rock the Block' Returns With a Kitchen Showdown: S3 E1 Recap
March 01, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutesWe love a good home renovation show—especially when that show pits HGTV stars against one another. So you can imagine how excited we are that the new season of "Rock the Block" has begun. For the next six weeks we'll watch some of our favorite design experts go head to head to maximize the value of four identical houses. Each team has $225,000 to customize their house in pursuit of the ultimate prize: bragging rights and a street named in their honor. Oh, and did we mention that Ty Pennington...
121. 'Rock the Block' Returns With a Kitchen Showdown
March 01, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBWe love a good home renovation show—especially when that show pits HGTV stars against one another. So you can imagine how excited we are that the new season of "Rock the Block" has begun. For the next six weeks we'll watch some of our favorite design experts go head to head to maximize the value of four identical houses. Each team has $225,000 to customize their house in pursuit of the ultimate prize: bragging rights and a street named in their honor. Oh, and did we mention that Ty Penningto...
120. Are Disney's New Planned Communities Heaven on Earth? Plus, The Manor is Back for $165 Million
February 22, 2022 22:00 - 30 minutesHi friends!Disney recently announced the launch of Storyliving by Disney, a series of residential master-planned communities where "the Disney touch is at the heart of it all." While the details are still vague, community members will apparently have access to curated experiences and entertainment such as "live performances, cooking classes, seminars, and more." For Disney superfans, Storyliving is heaven on earth, but what about for the rest of us? This week we get into it all, including the...