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True Home ConfessionsDating Disaster: He's Stealing His Neighbor's WifiThis episode of True Home Confessions features a call from Abbey, who recently went on a date with a guy who spilled his secret: He’s been blatantly stealing his neighbor’s wifi ever since his elderly neighbor asked him for help with her connectivity – and he’s proud of it. How is this even possible, and should she be sketched out or inspired by this guy’s morally flexible internet idea?In each episode, we bring on a ‘Friend of the Show’ – to offer our caller some friendly advice. Comedian, traveler, actor and host Joel Bryant joins us in the s...2025-02-1754 min
Mid Mod RemodelWhat we can learn from HGTV.In the last episode of our HGTV season we’re talking about what we can learn from looking at other people’s houses. Despite its shortcomings, HGTV offers glimpses into remodeling and design processes and practical lessons for would-be remodelers.In Today's Episode You'll Hear:Why HGTV might not be all bad. How to use HGTV and mainstream shelter media to your advantage. Where to find more mid-century friendly inspiration. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/16132024-04-0431 min
UNDRESSED WITH POL' AND PATRIKSabrina Soto: From Craigslist to the White House on HGTV, Build, Flip or Screw Christina Hall, Nischelle Turner, Ty Pennington, Drake’s Dick and that EFFING Bunny!This week we welcome the incredibly talented interior designer and Uber HGTV host, Sabrina Soto, for an enthralling conversation that spans from career beginnings, love, loss, heritage and that fucking bunny!Kicking off with her unconventional journey into the world of interior design, starting from her unexpected discovery of an opportunity on Craigslist to her inspirational implementation of “The Secret.” Her career trajectory takes us through her time in Washington DC, where she faced personal challenges, including a divorce, and professional milestones, such as decorating the White House for Christmas.Our conversations explore the personal side...2024-02-141h 25Mid Mod RemodelThe (main) problem with HGTV.This season, I'm pushing back on the default remodeling advice that we all encounter on television and in online magazines, see manifested in big box home improvement stores and hear echoed in the mouths of run-of-the-mill general contractors. But you know I'm not about negativity! Instead, you are going to get all the positive, encouraging, actionable advice to help you make timeless choices tailored to your home. In short, this season's theme is "The remodel advice you will never get from HGTV." In Today's Episode You'll Hear:Why HGTV’s univer...2024-01-1127 min