Latest Oldhouses Podcast Episodes
Minisode: Breaking Up (With Contractors) is Hard to Do
True Tales From Old Houses - May 16, 2023 17:28 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn this episode, Stacy and Daniel describe their survival of the fittest approach to gardening. Stacy also discusses her upcoming surgery and how the long recovery will affect her summer projects and plans. Then, Daniel explains the sad breakup with his long-time contractor and the frustrati...
"Big Fancy Houses are a Gateway Drug": Caitlin Mee Kicks off Historic Preservation Month
True Tales From Old Houses - May 08, 2023 09:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today's episode, during listener Q&A, Stacy and Daniel discuss which inspection professionals to call during the old home buying process. And later, Georgia-based preservationist Caitlin Mee kicks off National Historic Preservation Month on True Tales From Old Houses. Caitlin, also known as...
Minisode: Chatty Chat Chat
True Tales From Old Houses - May 02, 2023 19:43 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn this episode, the very first minisode, Stacy and Daniel explain why they are adding minisodes and how they differ from the typical format of True Tales From Old Houses. Stacy also discusses the stress and emotion of getting Blake Hill House ready for sale and the bleak Salt Lake City real ...
Selling Historic Real Estate in Los Angeles + Prioritizing Old House Projects
True Tales From Old Houses - April 24, 2023 09:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today's episode, during listener Q&A, Stacy and Daniel discuss how to prioritize old house projects when you're short on time. And later, they chat with Erin Keegan. Erin loves old houses, and she and her business partner, Ben, have made it their brand to match buyers with historic propert...
Creating a Home in the Catskills + How to Handle Unsolicited Advice
True Tales From Old Houses - April 10, 2023 09:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today's episode, Stacy and Daniel talk about handling unsolicited advice on social media and from friends and family in real life. And later, you'll meet architectural designer Christienne Dobson. Christienne and her husband and baby moved from Harlem to the Catskills full-time during the...
Grassroots Building Preservation in Murray, Utah + The Merits of Lead Safety Certification
True Tales From Old Houses - March 27, 2023 09:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today's episode, during listener Q&A, Stacy and Daniel discuss the merits of lead safety training and certification for old house owners. And later, Stacy talks to Amy and Rachel from the Historic Murray First Foundation in Murray, Utah. In an area of the United States where historic buildi...
A Victorian by the Bay + Stacy and Daniel Play Floor Plan Detective
True Tales From Old Houses - March 13, 2023 09:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today's episode, during listener Q&A, Stacy and Daniel discuss ways to determine the original floor plan of an old house. And later, they chat with Gina Bellous. Gina's dream of owning a Victorian Bed and Breakfast is coming true in her little cottage nestled near the bay of San Pedro, Cal...
The Aurora Restoration Project + Tips for Wallpapering Crooked Plaster Walls
True Tales From Old Houses - February 27, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today's episode, the first of season nine, Stacy welcomes a new co-host, Daniel Kanter. During listener Q&A, Stacy and Daniel discuss special considerations for wallpapering crooked plaster walls. And later, Stacy and Daniel chat with Christopher Wilson, owner of the Aurora, a 1955 cruise s...
History Attic Research + Making Steel Casement Windows Energy-Efficient
True Tales From Old Houses - January 16, 2023 16:27 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today’s episode, Scott Sidler joins Stacy for listener Q&A. Scott explains how to use Low-e glass to improve the energy efficiency of steel casement windows. And later, Stacy chats with sisters Linda McManus and Chris Wysocki, who own a research company called History Attic. Linda and Chris...
Laine Berry Shares Apocryphal Stories + Our Moving Plans
True Tales From Old Houses - January 02, 2023 10:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today's episode, Laine Berry from Our Restoration Nation shares apocryphal stories. Apocryphal stories have a dubious origin, but they have been told so often that they are accepted as fact. Many of these tales are rooted in religion and superstition. Also, Andy joins Stacy for the first ...
Esther Judge-Lennox of Shacks on Racks + Updating Electrical Panels
True Tales From Old Houses - December 19, 2022 10:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today’s episode, Stacy chats with Esther Judge-Lennox, founder of Shacks on Racks. Shacks on Racks is an innovative company working hard to keep old houses out of the landfill by moving them before they are demolished. The mountain west is suffering from an acute housing shortage. Esther conn...
The Money Pit Life: Balancing Old House Wants and Needs
True Tales From Old Houses - December 05, 2022 17:12 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today’s episode, Stacy is back in the Hudson Valley for the second of two shows recorded in front of a live audience. Old houses are money-hungry, and figuring out how to pay for rehabilitation and maintenance can be stressful. Susan and Will Brinson, Bradley Huber, Reggie Young, and Daniel K...
Architectural Salvage Stories + The Best Reference Books for Old House Rehabbers
True Tales From Old Houses - November 21, 2022 13:08 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today’s episode, Stacy is back in the Hudson Valley for the first of two shows recorded in front of a live audience. Stacy talks to Reggie Young from Hudson Valley House Parts. Reggie explains the logistics of the architectural salvage business and shares fascinating stories about the dire fu...
Author David Giffels + Sourcing Antique Mail Slots
True Tales From Old Houses - November 07, 2022 23:56 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today’s episode, author David Giffels chats with Stacy about his humorous and heartfelt memoir, All the Way Home: Building a Family in a Falling down House. David Giffels is an author, essayist, journalist, and lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio. Also, Alex joins Stacy for Listener Q&A. They ...
Supernatural Pranks and Thanks
True Tales From Old Houses - October 24, 2022 09:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsOctober is ghost story month, so get ready for some goosebumps. In today's episode, Stacy shares four tales of the unexplained, including one from Blake Hill House. From pranks to thanks, each paranormal experience is unique. To request a transcript of this episode, please reach out via the c...
Ghostly Whispers and Mischief
True Tales From Old Houses - October 10, 2022 09:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today's episode, Stacy and Alex discuss ways to choose and modify low-end cabinetry to make it more suitable and period-appropriate for an old house. And later, Stacy chats with long-time restoration contractor Stephen Ortado about four-leaf clovers and his most memorable encounters with sp...
Restoring Your Historic House with Scott Hanson and A Relocation Disagreement
True Tales From Old Houses - September 26, 2022 09:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today’s episode, Stacy and John Rodgers disagree during Q&A when a listener asks if she should abandon city life for a big old house in the country. And then later, Stacy chats with Scott Hanson, author of Restoring Your Historic House, The Comprehensive Guide for Homeowners. They talk abou...
Brad's Cheap Old Lake House and Understanding Efflorescence
True Tales From Old Houses - September 12, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today's episode, Stacy visits the Silver Lake Institute, a small lake cottage community with a fascinating religious camp past. Brad and Stacy discuss his latest project house and the evolving history of the institute. Note: Brad's first house, a small bungalow, was featured on an episode of ...
Preserving Cottages in Old Towne Orange
True Tales From Old Houses - July 18, 2022 09:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today's episode, Danny Moody from Pro Historical joins Stacy for listener Q&A. They discuss why so many old houses have aluminum-wrapped exterior trim and whether removing it is a good or bad idea. And later, Stacy chats with Hugh Siler. Hugh restores small cottages in the Old Towne Distric...
Live From Florida
True Tales From Old Houses - July 04, 2022 09:45 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today's episode, live from Florida, Stacy chats with ten talented professionals involved in old house restoration. They discuss the mainstream shift they're seeing towards preservation and restoration and how they can continue to support positive change. To request a transcript of this epi...
Joe Thornton: Village Thatcher
True Tales From Old Houses - June 20, 2022 10:10 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today's episode, Stacy chats with Joe Thornton, a 2nd generation Master Thatcher from the charming Cotswolds region of England. Roof thatching is a trade that has been around for thousands of years. Also, Stacy and Jason Lamb discuss built-in box gutter basics. To request a transcript of...
How Inheriting an Old House Changed Emily's Life
True Tales From Old Houses - June 06, 2022 09:25 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today’s episode, Stacy and Alex talk about ways to get your DIY groove back when you’re feeling overwhelmed. And later, Emily Heller talks about how inheriting a dilapidated old house changed the trajectory of her life, personal and professional. To request a transcript of this episode, ple...
Meet Artisan Woodworker Paul Kenworthy
True Tales From Old Houses - May 23, 2022 09:25 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today’s episode, Stacy chats with artisan woodworker Paul Kenworthy. They discuss Paul’s design process and what motivates and inspires his craft. Also, Stacy and architect Katelyn Parker offer solutions for a listener struggling with a confusing front door situation. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR ...
Historic District Pros and Cons
True Tales From Old Houses - May 09, 2022 09:13 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today’s episode, Lindsay Jones from Blind Eye Restoration joins Stacy for Q&A. They've got bathroom remodeling on their minds as they talk about identifying poor-quality work and other problems lurking behind finished walls and floors. And later, Leslie Brians from the Pines Preservations Gui...
Ask a Painter: Nick Slavik
True Tales From Old Houses - April 25, 2022 10:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today’s episode, Stacy and Alex discuss how they would handle the renovation of their old houses if money were no object. And later, Stacy chats with Nick Slavik, owner of the Nick Slavik Painting and Restoration company and the host of a weekly online social media show called Ask a Painter L...
Amateur Archaeology at The Bog House
True Tales From Old Houses - April 11, 2022 11:34 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today's episode, you'll meet Melissa & Matt Dunphy. Melissa and Matt are privy diggers, amateur archaeologists, and hosts of The Bog House Podcast. Also, during Q&A, Alex offers some excellent advice about updating the heating and cooling systems in your old house. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPON...
Amateur Archaeology at The Boghouse
True Tales From Old Houses - April 11, 2022 11:34 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today's episode, you'll meet Melissa & Matt Dunphy. Melissa and Matt are privy diggers, amateur archaeologists, and hosts of The Boghouse Podcast. Also, during Q&A, Alex offers some excellent advice about updating the heating and cooling systems in your old house. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONS...
Updating Knob and Tube and Alison Hardy, Window Woman of New England
True Tales From Old Houses - March 28, 2022 09:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn this episode, Stacy invites Alex from Old Town Home to help her answer the listener question, "How do you replace knob and tube wiring without destroying plaster walls? And later, Stacy chats with Alison Hardy, who launched the window restoration company Window Woman of New England nearly 20 y...
An Abandoned House Becomes a Home
True Tales From Old Houses - March 14, 2022 09:12 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today’s episode, you’ll meet Jaya. He and his wife bought an abandoned farmhouse house in Japan that he is bringing back to life. Also, Stacy and Dianne talk about the Scotland and Northern Ireland tour that Stacy is hosting in summer 2022. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS For 10% off The W...
Fire Safety Tips and Old Buildings Reimagined
True Tales From Old Houses - February 28, 2022 11:03 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 173 ratingsIn today's episode, Stacy talks to fire chief Roger LeBlanc about how long we really have to get out of a burning house, plus he shares his best fire safety advice for old house owners. Also, Stacy chats with Natalie Heneghan, the education manager of Rethos: Places Reimagined, a non-profit de...
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