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Mindset MedicineDalai Lama's Secrets to a Purpose-Driven Life: How Everyday Heroes Change the World ft. Neil Ghosh | Do More Good🚀 What if the Dalai Lama's wisdom could unlock YOUR purpose? In this game-changing episode of Mindset Medicine, host Katharine Loucaidou interviews Neil Ghosh, author of Do More Good—endorsed by icons like the Dalai Lama (who wrote the foreword), Mother Teresa, Malala, and President Clinton.Neil reveals his journey from Kolkata slums to global impact, sharing raw stories of childhood empathy (like his mom's "24-hour empathy machine" during refugee crises) and his father's imprisonment at 14 that sparked a lifelong obligation to give voice to the voiceless. Dive into the 3 Pillars: Purpose (it wh...
2025-07-1759 min
Journey to Your Best SelfEp 117: Unlocking the Power of Forgiveness w/ Katharine GiovanniEp 117 In this episode of Transformative Talks, a featured series on Journey to Your Best Self, we sit down with three-time award-winning best-selling author, speaker, and forgiveness expert, Katharine Giovanni. Katharine introduces us to her groundbreaking and game-changing approach to forgiveness, offering a step-by-step process that goes beyond conventional wisdom. Whether you're struggling to let go of past hurts or looking to embrace a fresh start, Katharine’s insights will empower you to transform your life.
Drawing from her own journey—navigating a challenging childhood and surviving stage 3 breast cancer—Katharine shares how forgiveness has not only healed...
2024-08-2249 min
Celebrity InterviewsLegendary Rich Little
Today on The Neil Haley Show, Neil "The Media Giant" Haley and Greg Hanna of TOSS C3 will interview Legendary Rich Little.
Legendary Rich Little, Revamps His Record Breaking Las Vegas Show As Multi-Media Program Using Animation Technology Featuring ColleaguesSuch As Sylvester Stallone, Katharine Hepburn and Henry Fonda.-----------------------------------------------------------------------Having broken the record for the longest running one man show in Las Vegas, now in his 7th year of an original 12 week contract at the Tropicana’s Laugh Factory, Rich Little has revamped the new show features interactive clips from his own appeara...
2023-06-1125 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- A 1764 Pennsylvania FarmhouseTaylor and her family moved from a 1950s split level into their 1764 farmhouse affectionately named “The Moneypit” during the pandemic. While she anticipated the usual old-house problems, Taylor soon realized she needed to learn how to triage an antique house. Taylor and her dad, Christopher, are old house enthusiasts and spend much of their free time working on big and small projects at the Moneypit. Taylor is currently working toward her CPA license and Masters in Accounting, which Chris is a retired commercial real estate broker. through the last two years living in their house, they have realized it takes a...
2023-02-2233 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- Allentown Queen AnneIn this episode I'm joined by Stacey and Rick Forgensi, owners of a glorious Queen Anne house in Buffalo New York. This is their 5th house renovation and they have plenty of experience and wisdom to share. Have you been wondering how to remove bad smells from your house? Stacey can tell you how (it isn't easy). How many companies in the US make curved replacement glass? Listen and find out. About our guests:Rick is a retired electric utility engineer. He is the “guts” of the house and does all the behind the scenes stuff...
2023-02-1535 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- The Buckley-Bishop HouseThe Buckley Bishop House is a folk victorian outside of Philadelphia. Kurt and Emma Leuschner purchased the historic house in summer 2022. Emma joined me to discuss the resources she has used to explore the history of the house and what she has learned. About our guest:Emma is a stay at home mother, former flight attendant and current board member of the Concord Township Historical Society. Her husband Kurt is a commercial airline pilot. You can follow along as they renovate and restore their home on Instagram: @victoriancreamcheesehouseThanks so much for being...
2023-02-0834 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- Our Greek RevivalThis week's renovation story comes from an instagram account I have been following, @ourgreekrevival. Deepa and Eric moved into their Hudson Valley New York house about a year and a half ago and have been working away at reversing some improvements, insulating the house, they've perfected lime wash painting and gotten to know a bit about the history of the property. The original part of their house was built around 1794, most of it built in 1830. The artist who will be painting their faux-wood paneling in the hall can be reached at Lauriewilsonartist.comThanks so...
2023-02-0135 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenFrom Massage Parlor to Masterpiece: A Roller Coaster Ride of a Historic Home Renovation in Old Towne OrangeHugh Siler is back with me on this episode talking about the renovation of the J.W.Wilson House in Old Towne Orange, California. Hugh was the guest on episode 70- How to Find, Buy and Restore Your First Historic Home. About our guest: Hugh Siler has been making waves with his innovative restorations of homes in the historic district of Old Towne Orange, California located five miles from Disneyland. Working with a variety of artists and artisans, Hugh infuses his restorations with an undeniable cool-factor and rents them out to historic home-loving tenants. Old...
2023-01-2524 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenSmart Old House Case Study part 9Michael MacPhail is back talking about the progress on the Smart Old House project. We talk about ordering windows, embarking on the new bathroom build out and dreaming about house concerts when the Spring comes. Follow along on Instagram @Smartoldhouse*****Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this and other episodes at talkinghomerenovations.comDo you have feedback you would like to share? Would you like to be a guest on the podcast? Email me at thehousemaven@talkinghomerenovations.comIf you enj...
2023-01-1115 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenResolve to Remodel Mona Ying Reeves, the Founder and House Coach behind Kickstart House, shares how she made a new year's resolution to renovate her fixer upper and how it's going one year later. We also learn about her 5-Day Home Renovation Challenge where she helps women take the leap from having a Pinterest board full of ideas to making real progress on a real renovation. For More Info:Pinterest To Progress 5-Day Challenge -- kickstarthouse.com/challengeKickstart House website -- kickstarthouse.comKickstart House Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube channel -- @kickstarthouseAb...
2023-01-0435 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenAppliances, Holiday rerun (episode 105)We are on break this week, enjoy a holiday rerun and see you in 2023!Nick, Drew and Matt of Appliance Educator joined me to discuss how to choose appliances, whether more expensive appliances are that much better than less expensive appliances, what to look for and possibly what to avoid. They have SO MUCH information on their website- www.applianceeducator.com - and if you follow their advice you will have plenty of time to watch all of their videos, read their blogs and listen to their podcasts. www.applianceeducator.com*********************************...
2022-12-2839 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenA Custom HomeIn this episode, Jillian Souza joins me to discuss her design approach and how she creates spaces for families. About our guestJillian Souza founded Wooly Architecture with a passion for homes because they play a leading role in shaping a person's dreams, creativity, health & relationships.And when our homes truly support us it reduces our stress load, which then frees us up for more creativity and fullness of living. As an intuitive introvert Jillian has trained as a birth doula, coached relentless creatives, authored The Relentless Creative Handbook, created safe...
2022-12-1426 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenSmart Old House Case Study Part 8- HVAC InstallationMichael MacPhail and I are back with a recap of the November progress at the Smart Old House. Air sourced heat pump installations, shadow box fence complete, radiator removal, powder post beetle sill damage, more plumbing leaks- in other words, business as usual! The 1794 Taber House is getting stabilized and becoming all electric. Follow Michael on Instagram: @smartoldhouse********************************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this and other episodes at talkinghomerenovations.comDo you have feedback you would like to share? Would you li...
2022-12-0726 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenOld House Alteration Discussion with Dave RademakerEveryone can benefit from calling in a professional, in this case we need help working through options when it comes to design choices here at the Smart Old House. My guest this week is Dave Rademaker, an old house specialist from Michigan who has been on the show twice before- Kitchens and Baths in Old Houses (episode 65) and an episode I called old house renovation conundrums when we were shopping for an old house, episode 91. We talked about window choices, about kitchen design (again, but this time our kitchen design) and whether we need a second bath upstairs. ...
2022-11-3027 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenSatisfying, Lower Cost ImprovementsWe may dream about renovating our home for years before getting to an actual renovation. Some of us never get there. How can we improve our spaces without involving a contractor? Architect Emma Greenberg believes there are plenty of things we can do- even today- to really love our spaces. About our guest: Emma Greenberg is a licensed architect in NJ and NY. She grew up in a family of artists, including ceramicists and bookbinders. She got her BA in Art History at Emory University and Master of Architecture from LSU. After graduating, she moved to...
2022-11-2336 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenSmart HVACDesign Stinson of Fujitsu joined me this week to discuss the latest in HVAC "Smart" technology. We discussed my upcoming heat pump installation, the importance of maintenance, whether you really need a back up system for your system, and more. About this week's guest: Dennis Stinson is the Vice President of Sales for Fujitsu General America, a national manufacturer with local distributors across the country, and 30-year industry veteran.************************************************************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this and other episodes at talkinghomerenovations.com
2022-11-1629 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenShoring Up and Moving BuildingsRalph Reed, building mover, joined me in this episode to discuss his work as a house mover and what to do if your floors are sagging and bouncy. ************************************************************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this and other episodes at talkinghomerenovations.comDo you have feedback you would like to share? Would you like to be a guest on the podcast? Email me at thehousemaven@talkinghomerenovations.comIf you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friendsDon’t forget to su...
2022-11-0923 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenSmart Old House Case Study, Part 7Our very slow reality show continues with some wins this month, surprises still popping up and extra expenses that we didn't anticipate. Michael MacPhail joins me to give the monthly update on the 1794 smart old house. Do you want to see photos of the progress? Sign up for the newsletter, see link below. *********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this and other episodes at talkinghomerenovations.comDo you have feedback you would like to share? Would you like to be a guest on...
2022-11-0216 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenTrends in Exterior Building Materials in 2023So many people are giving their houses a facelift. What will we see trending in exterior building products in 2023? I discussed this and more with Mike Goodman and Mike Glowacki of Sherwood Lumber. About our guests:Sherwood Lumber is a national leader, innovator and solution provider to the Lumber and Building Materials Industries specializing in quality lumber and panel products.www.sherwoodlumber.com*******************************************************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this and other episodes at talkinghomerenovations.comDo you h...
2022-10-2638 min
The Neil Haley ShowThe Neil Haley Show 10-17-22Today on The Neil Haley Show, Neil “ The Media Giant” Haley will interview celebrity Katharine Kramer. In addition, Neil and Kim Sorrelle, author of Love Is will interview Lisa Skinner and Douglas Collins, the authors of Truth Lies and Alzheimer’s It’s Secret Faces. Also, on Growning Older with Enthusiasm, Dr. Ron Kaiser and Neil will interview Senior Expert Bill Corbett. Lastly, Neil and Greg Hanna of TOSS C3 will interview Mercury from Priest.
2022-10-1700 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- Hickory Haven, a special foursquare in WisconsinArchitect Daniel Steger designed a renovation for his parents Mary and Bob Steger and then managed the construction over zoom from half a continent away. We talked about construction challenges, the right amount of detail to include in architectural drawings, the importance of design, replacement windows and working with family. Instagram, DGS/a: https://www.instagram.com/dgs_architecture/Link to their AirBNB listing: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/20785627?source_impression_id=p3_1665437191_cbvJ4DOufaHPxSLq&modal=PHOTO_TOUR_SCROLLABLE************************************************************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the ep...
2022-10-1235 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenSmart Old House Case Study Part 6- September StridesSeptember buzzed by here at the Smart Old House- exterior painting progressed, attic structure in place, landscaping and garden certification underway. We upgraded our electrical and bought an electric car, bringing us closer and closer to all electric. ***********************************************************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this and other episodes at talkinghomerenovations.comDo you have feedback you would like to share? Would you like to be a guest on the podcast? Email me at thehousemaven@talkinghomerenovations.comIf you enjoyed this episode, please sha...
2022-10-0514 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenListener Chat- Smart Old House IllinoisI love to chat with my listeners about their houses. Abby from Illinois got in touch with me via instagram- where she is @91abbyro- to tell me that she related to our old house journey. She talks about the challenges of getting internet at her house, google home, surprises she encountered, plans she has for the house and what she is learning from her house. If you've got your own Smart Old House journey to share, get in touch!*************************************************************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this a...
2022-09-2826 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenWorking with an Interior Designer part 3Amy Everard is back again with another session with me helping me conceptualize for my smart old house. We are still working on schematic ideas, which is my favorite part anyway, and I hope that people will be inspired to work with a design consultant on their own projects. I really value Amy's input. About our guest: Amy has been a guest on the show on the episode Architect vs Interior Designer and last summer on the episode Flooring Options. She is an interior designer in New York City with her own podcast Soft Landing.
2022-09-2130 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenBehind the scenes with Kadilak HomesI had fun talking with Susan and Paul Kadilak about their home renovation show Renovation Rekindle, how they work with clients, what advice they would have for homeowners and even how they met. https://kadilakhomes.com********************************************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this and other episodes at talkinghomerenovations.comDo you have feedback you would like to share? Would you like to be a guest on the podcast? Email me at thehousemaven@talkinghomerenovations.comIf you enjoyed this episode, please sha...
2022-09-1439 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenSmart Old House Case Study Part 5- August StrugglesYou know those home shows that wrap up a whole project from the very beginning to end of the project in less than an hour? This series is the opposite. Join me and Michael as we report on the progress made in August at the Smart Old House. ***************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this and other episodes at talkinghomerenovations.comDo you have feedback you would like to share? Would you like to be a guest on the podcast? Email me at thehousemaven@tal...
2022-09-0719 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenResponsible RenovationsI claim to be an architect for old house owners who are determined to plan a responsible renovation. What does that mean? Especially in old houses, I believe we are just stewards of the house and we need to keep the best interests of the house in mind when we are making changes. The neighborhood may have a certain fabric that needs to be respected. Construction is a huge source of energy consumption and thinking about our impact on the environment while we are modifying our houses is important. Last week I had mentioned a homeowner's guide to environmentally...
2022-08-3117 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenListener chat: Acquiring property and planning a sustainable renovationListener Haley Mistler wrote to me this summer to tell me about her project, we had a lot of similarities and I asked her to come tell her story on the show. We talked about her plans for a sustainable renovation and their creative approach to property acquisition. If you'd be interested in getting a copy of Beginners Guide to Sustainable Renovations, send me an email at thehousemaven@talkinghomerenovations.com and I'll send you the PDF. **********************************************************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this and o...
2022-08-2440 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Feasibility Studies and EstimatesHave you ever wondered how you can get a reality check on your renovation ideas when it comes to budget? In this episode I speak with Chris Previte, a licensed general contractor in Massachusetts who is the owner of Success Techniques. He helps people with introductory feasibility studies to see what is possible and what may make sense for them in remodeling their home. ****************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this and other episodes at talkinghomerenovations.comDo you have feedback you w...
2022-08-1729 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenDealing with a floodA while back a listener requested information about rebuilding and renovating after a flood. This is a story about the aftermath of a flash flood and we can all learn something about preparedness from this conversation. ************************************************************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this and other episodes at talkinghomerenovations.comDo you have feedback you would like to share? Would you like to be a guest on the podcast? Email me at thehousemaven@talkinghomerenovations.comIf you enjoyed this episode, please share it wit...
2022-08-1033 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenSmart Old House Case Study Part 3Michael MacPhail is back to discuss the progress on the Smart Old House, a case study for the development company we are starting soon. We will be taking old houses and preserve their character while incorporating technologies that will increase their energy efficiency, giving the houses 100 more years of useful life.Our house was built in 1794, a simple federal style house with two telescoping additions, a 5.5' basement, dirt crawlspaces, worn out plumbing and thousands of powder post beetles. This is part 3 in the case study series.For photos and more updates, visit our Facebook...
2022-08-0320 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenWorking with an Interior Designer part 2Interior Designer Amy Everard joins me again in this second session of four with an interior designer. She is helping me figure out how to bring out my vision for the smart old house. My expertise is in the structure of the house, the systems, windows and doors, flow of rooms, the overall building. Her expertise is in getting me to express my personality through the look and feel of the rooms. I'm excited about the process. About our guest:Amy has been a guest on the show on the episode Architect vs Interior Designer...
2022-07-2731 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenAging in PlaceArchitect Taylor Davis joins me on this episode to talk about her specialty, aging in place in a home that you love. We talked about what it means to age in place, why designing for older adults means actually designing for everyone, some "invisible" ways that architects can help create homes that anticipate future needs, and her belief that beautiful spaces and aging in place spaces are not mutually exclusive concepts.About our guest:Taylor is the founder of TPD Architect, a residential architecture, interiors and planning firm that specializes in helping families live longer...
2022-07-2035 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenWorking with an Interior Designer Part 1The Smart Old House needs to really sing when she is finished, so I asked interior designer Amy Everard for some help. This episode is an edited version of our hour long session, one of four. I somehow had no idea what to expect and I thought maybe others feel the same- it was fun and not intimidating and I hope it inspires someone else to take their interiors to the next level. Amy has been a guest on the show on the episode Architect vs Interior Designer and last summer on the episode Flooring Options. She is an...
2022-07-1340 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenSmart Old House Case Study Part 3- The Root Canals of ArchitectureWhat are the root canals of architecture? I call anything house related that is expensive and not fun or beautiful but necessary a root canal of architecture. Do we want to spend money on it? No. Do we have to do it if we want to maintain the house? Yes. Lifting the house. Fixing beetle damage. Replacing drains and fixing waste lines. Adding structure to the first floor. More. This episode I'm joined by Michael MacPhail, architect and fellow homeowner of the Smart Old House, as we discuss the latest revelations and issues facing us.
2022-06-2924 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenHeathy HomesWe are hearing more and more about the ways in which our homes may be making us sick, or at least not feel as well as we could. If your goal is to make your house as healthy as it can be, you'll be interested in this episode. Tim Swackhammer of Mold Medics joins me to talk about what you can do when renovating your house to improve the air quality along with the flow, space and aesthetics. About our guest:Tim Swackahmmer is the Founder and CEO of Mold Medics and Mold Medics Franchising...
2022-06-2247 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenSmart House Case Study Part 2- Inspectors' ReportsThis episode is part 2 of the Smart Old House Case Study series. Aidan Brock from Boston Home Inspectors came by to assess the systems and structure of the building, the fireplace people came by to tell me a wood insert wouldn't work (but we are going to make it work), the level 2 chimney inspection revealed that none of the flues currently work and the chimney is completely open to the weather. Lots to do!Building Home Inspectors https://bhi.us*******************************************************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode e...
2022-06-1527 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenAppliancesNick, Drew and Matt of Appliance Educator joined me to discuss how to choose appliances, whether more expensive appliances are that much better than less expensive appliances, what to look for and possibly what to avoid. They have SO MUCH information on their website- www.applianceeducator.com - and if you follow their advice you will have plenty of time to watch all of their videos, read their blogs and listen to their podcasts. www.applianceeducator.com*********************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this a...
2022-06-0841 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenWallpaperInterior designer Meghan Shadrick joined me this week to answer my questions about wallpaper. Wallpaper isn't something that comes up in my projects- partially because I don't pick the finishes on my projects, partially because I've been practicing architecture during the 25 year anti-wallpaper period. At least that is the way I saw it! Now I'm intrigued by wallpaper and know I will incorporate it into my upcoming project. How about you? ******************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this and other episodes at talkinghomerenovations.comD...
2022-06-0128 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenSmart Old House Case Study Part 1- Scope of WorkIn this episode I'm joined by Michael MacPhail to discuss the Smart Old House Case Study. Michael and I are buying this house and are planning to make it not only our home but also the case study for our new renovation company in which we are going to renovate old homes and get them prepared for the next 100 years. We've got a lot of issues to tackle and I'm looking forward to working through them and sharing that on the show. ******************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode e...
2022-05-2519 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenAttract Good Contractors and other tips with Van SturgeonWould you like to increase the chances of finding a contractor who is eager to work on your project? Real estate investor and long time contractor Van Sturgeon joined me to discuss being a contractor magnet and other tips for a smooth renovation. About our guest:Van Sturgeon is an experienced entrepreneur of over 30 years, who has successfully created several businesses in the real estate industry that cover areas of land acquisition, development, management, construction and renovation. Van personally owns over 1,000 properties across North America, and is semi-retired from the day to day operations of...
2022-05-1840 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenDesign for Real PeopleLee Noel Chase joined me for this episode to talk about the design process and deepening human connection. About our guest:Artisan-architect pioneering a heart-centered approach to residential design. 25+ years creating compelling custom high-end residential architecture. Her pursuit to connect with homeowner's feelings about home consistently yields unique, meaningful, beautiful houses. Early career accomplishments include bench-fabrication, by hand, of museum-quality architectural detail for historic buildings nationwide. Subsequently she managed teams of skilled artisans at three elite construction companies. Her design work integrates homeowner's heartfelt emotional desires with their personal living spaces.Lee Noel live...
2022-05-1145 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- Two Architects and Their Second FloorArchitect Neal Pann tells the story of the renovation he and his wife undertook many years ago at their family home. He learned some lessons through some struggles, but ended up with a transformed and beautiful house (see the episode enhancement). About our guest:Neal Pann is an architect and podcaster from Livermore, CA. He has a broad range of experience in architectural project types and is also the founder of Apple for Architects. appleforarchitects.comInstagram- @NealpInside the Apple Studio, hosted by Neal Pann, is a podcast...
2022-04-2748 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenWindows (and doors) 101This is our third episode having to do with windows- one of the first episodes was about windows and doors, about 26 episodes in we talked about rebuilding old wood windows, and now we are back to talking about window and door basics. Justin Reif, an Andersen window dealer in North Carolina, joined me to explain the options available to consumers. If you've ever been confused by the many lines of windows, grilles adhered to the glass, between the glass, spacers, etc- may you find some clarity after this conversation. About our guest: Justin Reif owns...
2022-04-2029 min
StarTalk RadioCosmic Queries – Climate Solutions with Katharine Hayhoe, PhDWhat solutions exist to fix climate change? On this Earth Day, Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice answer Qs about real-world solutions and aspects of climate change you might not be thinking about, with atmospheric scientist Katharine Hayhoe, PhD. NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can watch or listen to this entire episode commercial-free here: https://www.startalkradio.net/show/cosmic-queries-climate-solutions-with-katherine-hayhoe-phd/Thanks to our Patrons Georgeanne Lavery, Pete Key, Barbara Perlik, Taurohylax, Matt Berry, Frank B, Scott Allen, Jason Cidras, Alan Of Wales, and kathy jo kroener for supporting us this week.Photo Credit: NASA
2022-04-1950 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenWhat the Painter Wants You to KnowBruno Oliviera of NS Pro Painting is my guest this week and we talked about painting. Why hire a painter? Isn't painting something all of us can do? We discussed the value of a professional finish and what to consider when painting your house. About our guest:Bruno Oliviera has run his painting business for over 10 years. He is active on instagram @nspropainting****************************************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this and other episodes at talkinghomerenovations.comDo you have feedback y...
2022-04-1326 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenListener Chats- Second Renovation, Lessons LearnedStaci Barber got in touch with me after listening to the podcast, wanting to share her experiences renovating her first house, moving on to a second house and the lessons she is going to implement the second time around. About our guest:Staci Barber is a marketing director for Boston-based architecture and interior design firm Margulies Perruzzi. Staci has a passion for all-things home renovations and design. At the age of 29, she and her husband bought their first home, in need of major TLC, just outside of Boston, MA. Five years and many renovation lessons...
2022-04-0640 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenSustainable Design- VermontAlan and Nancy Benoit, of Sustainable Design in Vermont, joined me this episode to talk about the 1880s farmhouse that they are transforming into a net zero house for themselves. Their architecture firm works exclusively on affordable, sustainable architecture and their house is a demonstration of their techniques and values. Check out their website for examples of their work and for many beautiful articles about them and their amazing current house and garden. www.sdvermont.com***************************************************************This episode was sponsored by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards. Thanks so much...
2022-03-3044 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenOld House Renovation Conundrums with Dave RademacherDave Rademacher of Rademacher Revival is back this episode, answering my many questions about choosing to live in and renovate an old house- maybe a very old house. Dave was my guest in episode 65 as we discussed Kitchens and Baths in Old Houses. As I contemplate my next house and project I wanted to have a conversation with Dave about what it means to be the custodian of an old house, how can we incorporate modern amenities, when is a house too old for a renovation (going for a restoration instead) and does acquiring an old house mean you...
2022-03-0243 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- Sinking Columns, replacing historic trim, working with an architect and finding the right contractorTom Hazzard tells the story of renovating and adding onto his 1905 home in upstate New York on Chautauqua Lake. We talked about sinking porch columns, working with an architect, finding the right contractor for your project and replacing trim in an historic house- and more!About our guest:As a top influence strategist for speakers, authors & experts, Tom Hazzard and helps major publications, sports stars, and entrepreneurial influencers ‘Brandcast’ their original messages via podcasting and videocasting. Tom is a real inventor and successful product designer with over 40 US patents issued and pending. He has been reth...
2022-02-2341 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- Removing vinyl siding, honoring history, using salvaged materials and Passive SurvivabilityArchitect Wendy Brown talks about her 1894 Italianate house in Western Massachusetts that she and her husband have been working on for 24 years. Should we remove vinyl siding from these old houses once they've been covered and what are the challenges in doing so? What is Passive Survivability? About our guest: Wendy Brown is an architect located in western Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts and Vermont. She graduated from RPI with a Bachelor of Architecture degree, and a B.S. in Building Sciences.She got her first job drafting for a construction company during high...
2022-02-1635 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- from renovation disaster to building a love storyMitra Shahri is a well known and very successful attorney licensed to practice law in Oregon and California. After giving up on the idea of ever finding love, she bought her first ever property, a 2 bedroom 2 bath penthouse unit in a sought after downtown highrise in Portland Oregon with amazing views of river and mountains. She hired a general contractor with a great reputation that was highly recommended by several credible friends. A project that was scheduled to be completed in 3 months and for $55,000, turned into a 2-year nighmare that cost her over $250,000 and invited a lawsuit against her...
2022-02-0937 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenListener Chat- Hoarder HousesMichaele Novinger is a listener who wrote to me asking to hear more about my experience renovating the hoarder house my husband and I bought 13 years ago. I thought it would be fun to have her come on the show and ask me questions and talk about her upcoming project too. About our guestMichaele Novinger is a 3rd generation soybean and corn farmer in Missouri. She will be renovating the house her grandfather built on the family farmstead in the 1950s. Unfortunately her grandfather and his wife became hoarders in their later years and...
2022-02-0232 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenConstruction Pricing with Kevin CradockMany homeowners want a fixed price contract for their construction project, but is that going to get them the best value for their money? Fine Homebuilder Kevin Cradock joins me to discuss fixed price contracts versus time and materials contracts, or cost plus. About our guest:Kevin Cradock grew up in Jamaica Plain surrounded by classic homes that awakened a love of carpentry and an appreciation for traditional craftsmanship.Beginning his career as a finish carpenter renovating classic Boston homes, Kevin gradually moved toward creating distinctive custom cabinetry for his building and renovation...
2022-01-1928 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenOwner's Rep-with Fred GutierrezWhat role can an owner's representative play in a residential project? Fred Gutierrez is now an owner's rep, and has practiced professionally as both an architect and builder for over 25 years. His focus today is building better teams by educating owners to lead with purpose. Even though the homeowners do not have the expert knowledge, they are the only ones able to define the measures of success. Clarity of goals will allow the experts (architect and builder) of work efficiently and contribute more creatively. Trick is, what are the real goals. These are harder to divine than you think...
2022-01-1235 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- L2HQ, a Queen Anne in IndianaLora Teagarden is an architect from Indiana who has been working on her Queen Anne Victorian for many years, gathering a following on Instagram at @l2designllc. She shared her experience and insights she gained while renovating. How to hire the right peopleHow to tackle a large project while living in the houseWhat to do yourself and what to hire someone to doAbout our guest:"Approaching life and practice with a can-do attitude, Lora Teagarden, AIA, is a dynamo. Juggling a number of interests within the...
2022-01-0532 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenSkylights- Holiday RerunWe are on a break for the rest of 2021 so I'm putting out this rerun of my skylights episode from December of 2019. Lauren Furtney, then of Velux Skylights, joined me for the discussion. Episode recapNew Velux skylights don’t leakSkylights bring in more daylight than vertical windowsVe= Ventilation, Lux= light, hence the company name VELUXIntegrated blinds can be programmedYou still need to air out your space even if you have air conditioningModern skylights have UV blocking glassLear...
2021-12-2931 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenLighting Design- holiday rerunWe are taking a couple of weeks off over the holidays and will return with new episodes in January. In the meantime, please enjoy this popular episode on Lighting Design with Interior Designer Kathryn Goldenoak. The episode first aired in November 2019. Episode RecapHow layers of light work and why they’re helpfulAmbient vs. task vs. accent lightingWhy our eyes like varied rather than uniform lightHow we respond to various levels of illuminationHow different kinds of fixtures shed different shapes of lightRecessed vs. flush vs. semi flush vs. sconce vs. lampColor temperature and how it affects th...
2021-12-2230 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- Aging Pines HomesteadJake Flitton and his family bought an abandoned house in upstate New York- this episode is about their journey.About our guest:Jake Flitton is a licensed architect, practicing in East Aurora NY. He runs his firm from his home office or dining room table, or the living room couch, whichever is most comfortable that day. Jake works on single family residential projects, focusing mainly on renovations additions, remodel projects. Much of his work is on older homes. Not only does his work take him to fascinating old homes, but Jake and his family have...
2021-11-2433 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenEvolving technologies- Water HeatersHow often do you think about your water heater? John Hynds, co-founder of Torii Industries, joins me to discuss their cheaper, more sustainable alternative to the water heaters we know today. about our guest:John Hynds is the Co-Founder of Torii Industries, a company pushing the boundaries of smarter, more efficient water heaters. Through high-efficiency technology and an emphasis on sustainability, his one-of-a-kind service aspires to redefine water.A holder of two US Patents, John has found himself in Director level roles in both Sales and Engineering organizations.As a former...
2021-11-1727 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation ROIDaryl Cohan joins me to discuss what home renovations will have the best return. Is it worth renovating a kitchen before you sell? What about adding a bedroom or a garage? About our guest: Daryl Cohan has been helping home buyers and sellers since 2001. She is determined to help her clients reach their goals in considers her role one of education. Her excellence in listening to her clients wants and needs have made her a "people's choice" in the Boston real estate community*********************************************************************************************Thanks for listening!Thanks so much...
2021-11-1030 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- TransitionsThis episode is a renovation story, told by Teresa Younkin. She describes four renovations she has been through and what they taught her about life. About our guest:Teresa Younkin is a Leadership Coach, Consultant, and Expert specializing in helping healthcare leaders and teams bring their multi-level health IT initiatives to fruition and deliver powerful results. Leaders can be the respected leader they want to be, surrounded by an energized team that together can change the world. Teresa is a storyteller by nature who enjoys the creative process of bringing teams together to renovate a...
2021-11-0337 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenUniversal Design is for EveryoneMandy Freeland broke her femur in an accident and realized how challenging it was to take care of herself in her house the way it was conventionally designed. We talk about what the issues were, how to address the issues and what we might all keep in mind as we alter our houses to really improve them. About our guest:Mandy Freeland is a mother, wife, architect, and firm owner based in Bakersfield, California. Her passion for making communities better and the architecture profession stronger has lead her to years of volunteerism in AIA, local s...
2021-10-2736 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenPromoting Health and Mental Health through DesignThis episode is a discussion with Isra Banks, founder and principal of Trivek Architects, about how design can affect your mood and attitude. In this episode, you will discover…….the benefits of sunlight and ventilationthe significance of privacy in the house and its historyhow curves elevate moodthe importance of houseplantsAbout our guestIsra O. Banks, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C: is a registered architect in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, founder, and principal of Trivek Architects, and a faculty at Boston Architectural College. She received her Master of Architecture from Boston Architectural Colle...
2021-09-2926 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- Split Level Outside of ChicagoArchitect Cinda Lester joins me this week to talk about her ongoing improvements to her split level entry house in the suburbs of Chicago. She has plenty of good tips and cautionary tales to share. Have you ever asked yourself-What would happen if a contractor took off with my money before the job was complete? How would I finish the project on my own without any money? Why would I hire a professional to help me with my project? About Our Guest:Cinda K. Lester is...
2021-09-0840 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenKitchens and Baths for Old HousesThis episode is an exploration of the craft of old house renovation, as told by an experienced builder and designer who has revived four old homes of his own- Dave Rademacher of Rademacher Revival.In this episode, you will discover…….- How to work with vintage fixtures.- How to make the new kitchens and bathrooms resonate with the feeling of the old house rather than look completely new- Navigating the occasional challenges of updating an older home.- How to respect the details, and the rewards of an o...
2021-09-0137 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- California Ranch in New EnglandThis episode is the story of Jenny, and her long untouched 1969 California ranch. When she and her husband decided to do a big renovation, Jenny was just going along with what the designer he’d hired wanted, until one day her friend pointed out that she didn’t seem excited as she should be about such a big change. This inspired Jenny to go with her heart, and make some big changes the way she wanted them.In this episode, you will discover…….- How do I take matters into my own hands, if the architec...
2021-08-2542 minTalking Home Renovations with the House MavenIntroducing season 3This is a short trailer, it is a recap of what's happened and a preview of what's to come. Over the first two seasons we've built up a library of information about elements homeowners need to choose including doors and windows bath fixtures, skylights, roofing lighting. I spoke with contractors to get their advice on getting started and choosing contractor. I've interviewed architects and interior designers about their views on all sorts of topics, including psychological aspects of design and my favorite are the renovation stories. I love old houses and I love stories. So to me, this is a...
2021-08-0902 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenFlooring OptionsWood, tile, linoleum, carpet, concrete- which flooring option is right for your home and your situation? What should you consider for the kitchen? This is my most frequently asked question, probably. Interior Designer Amy Everard joined me again on this episode to discuss the pros and cons of each flooring type. About our guest: Amy Everard is an interior designer living and working in NYC for over a decade. Amy’s mission is to demystify interior design, which she does through her podcast Soft Landing. Listen to that podcasts wherever you listen to podcasts. ...
2021-08-0439 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenHome Improvement Shows vs. Reality, and how to choose a contractorThis is one of the contractor shows, where I’m joined by Nathan Dishington, owner of JensenHus in Natick, MA. We talked about HGTV and whether I should worry about the effect that it has on clients, different perspective on home renovations around the country, why home renovations cost so much and how to find a contractor who is right for you. The audio quality on this episode is a little bird filled, I am on Martha’s Vineyard and while I haven’t heard any trash trucks or sirens, there are a lot of birds and I can’t w...
2021-07-0740 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- Indianapolis 1939Jeff Echols joined me to talk about this experience renovating his 1939 home in Indianapolis, IN. What is different about the way we live today versus 1939? What does it mean to modernize a house? What are the downsides of DIY? About our guest:Jeff Echols studied architecture at Ball State University and left architecture to work with professional service providers on Branding and Marketing through his company Echo Engagement. . He is the Director of Brand Strategy at EntreArchitect, has a podcast Build Your Brand and another called Context and Clarity.https://www.echoengage.com
2021-06-3041 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenDesign-Build ContractorPeter Feinmann joins me to discuss the merits of Design-Build, what to look for when choosing a design build company, and why putting out a job to bid doesn't serve anyone very well. About our guest:Starting in 1987 from Peter's home, Feinmann, Inc. has grown into a multi-million design-build firm with over 20 employees. As a leader among both design and build professionals, Peter has received hundreds of awards, including the National Association of the Remodeling Industry's (NARI) Contractor of the Year Award and Remodeling Magazine's Remodeler of the Year.Between thoughtful management practices...
2021-06-2332 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- Tulsa BungalowWe are back this week with another renovation story, this time a bungalow in Tulsa Oklahoma. Architect Katelyn Parker explains what her house means to her, how working on her house has changed her practice, what she would do differently if she could and offers good tips to first time home buyers. Check out Katelyn's instagram account @bungalowroots, her email is kp@bungalowroots.com and her website is www.bungalowroots.com *******************************Visit Talkinghomerenovations.com for episode enhancements, containing photos and more information about the episodes as well as transcripts. There you can leave...
2021-06-1631 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovating during a pandemicJodi Swartz and I are in a meditation group together, a group made up of people who work in the construction industry. We were talking about compassion and how we really need to practice that right now in this moment of attempting to carry on as "normal" during a pandemic. There have been delays and price increases throughout and everyone seems to want to do their project and do it right now. It has been a challenge! Jodi and I have an open conversation about that in this podcast episode which hopefully will have a limited shelf life.
2021-06-0926 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- Full Gut RenovationMissy was a first time home buyer and faced with a daunting full gut renovation. I happen to have been her architect. Join us as we discuss her experience renovating her old house. ***********************Visit Talkinghomerenovations.com for episode enhancements, containing photos and more information about the episodes as well as transcripts. There you can leave a voice message through speak pipe that could be included in a future episode. Help me spread the word about this podcast!If you like this podcast, subscribe and tell your friends about it! Love a...
2021-06-0226 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation story- Virginia Log CabinGabe and Cristina joined me this week to tell the story of their late 1700's settler's log cabin in the Blue Ridge mountains of central VA. Check out the episode enhancements for photos or their instagram feed (@bellwetherfields) or their YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaq5kxmgrsVS-6PDT0DsVYQ/featured*************************************************Visit Talkinghomerenovations.com for episode enhancements, containing photos and more information about the episodes as well as transcripts. There you can leave a voice message through speak pipe that could be included in a future episode. Help me spread the word...
2021-05-1932 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenMaximizing CreativityIn this episode I speak with architect Donald Rattner about his research into how our environment impacts our creativity. Who doesn't want to be more creative, as creative as possible? His book My Creative Space- How to Design Your Home to Stimulate Ideas and Spark Innovation contains 48 easy to implement tips. We talk about a few of these tips and more. about our guest: Architect Donald M. Rattner helps individuals and organizations maximize creativity by drawing on scientific research in design psychology. His most recent book is "My Creative Space: How to Design Your Home...
2021-05-1240 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenTiny Home Renovations?If you're looking for a tiny house, is it best to build your own, buy a pre-made house or find one to renovate? Are tiny home renovations a good idea? Ethan Waldman joins me to discuss these questions and more. About our guest: Ethan Waldman is a tiny house author, speaker, and teacher. He built his own tiny house on wheels in 2012, and has been passionately helping future tiny house dwellers on their own journeys ever since. Ethan’s guide, Tiny House Decisions, has helped thousands of readers answer the big questions about tiny houses an...
2021-05-0543 min
The Cinematologists PodcastEp121 - Wilderness (w/Justin Doherty and Neil Fox [obvs])Today's episode focuses on the Jazz inspired bittersweet romance Wilderness, penned by our very own Neil Fox and directed by Justin Doherty. Both Neil and Justin subject themselves to an hour of intense Cinematologists questioning from Dario covering the development of the script, the unique production context, the casting and production design. We also get into the cinematic representation of relationships, particularly at their outset, and how the developmental phase of love can be a rollercoaster of contradictory feelings not always expressed in the most rational ways. The conversation also covers the release of the film...
2021-04-261h 24
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- Little Cottage in the Woods of ChappaquaMark R. LePage joined me to tell the story of his little cottage in the woods of Chappaqua. Mark and his wife Ann Marie were young architects when they took on the cottage and the house grew with them as they raised their family. About our guest:Architect Mark R. LePage is the President & CEO of Gābl Technologies, Inc. & Gābl Media, Inc., the founder of EntreArchitect ™, and the Partner in Charge of Operations, McCarthy LePage Architects. From Gābl Media, his EntreArchitect Podcast features weekly interviews with inspiring, passionate people who share their knowl...
2021-04-2141 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenEmpowering Women to diyCara Newhart of the Make Space Podcast joins me for a conversation about her work in the diy space.About our guest: Cara Newhart is a designer and diy queen and the host of the Make Space Podcast. After losing her dad to cancer and without his contractor-expertise to guide her in customizing her first home, she decided to dive in without fear and tackle epic diy projects all by herself- transforming her home solo, teaching herself to use power tools, and finding the confidence to bring her design ideas to life. ...
2021-04-1428 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenTik Tok ArchitectTom Reynolds is TikTok architect, a real architect who shares his experience and love for architecture with his audience of almost 15,000 followers on TikTok. Tom and I had a long talk about what to expect when you will be renovating your house, his own home renovation experiences, his career, why to hire an architect, and more. About our guest:Tom Reynolds is an Artist, Architect and Activist currently managing a small design firm focusing on community redevelopment and affordable housing design. Additionally, he is a partner in a political data analysis firm focusing on progressive...
2021-04-0750 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- Mid Century Modern, GeorgiaJess Jones is a designer in Georgia who fell in love with her mid century modern house at first sight. Join us as we discuss the history of her house and neighborhood and what makes her house special. I met Jess through her account @tinymightymidmod on instagram. Follow her account for updates on her great house. ******************************************************************************************Help me spread the word about this podcast!If you like this podcast, subscribe and tell your friends about it! Thank you for your support.Follow me on instagram: @talkinghomerenovationsJoin...
2021-03-3131 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenHVACDennis Stinson of Fujitsu joined me to discuss the latest in residential HVAC. He addresses the "Full House Family Dynamic” trend and offers a series of practical, innovative and creative tips and useful information including the latest HVAC systems, leveraging “smart” technologies, maximizing energy efficiency, minimizing utility cost, as well as a some easy, inexpensive changes homeowners can make in their houses to optimize energy use and family member comfort levelsAbout this week's guest: Dennis Stinson is the Vice President of Sales for Fujitsu General America, a national manufacturer with local distributors across the countr...
2021-03-2433 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenRenovation Story- Vivacious VictorianAmy Heavilin joins me this week to discuss her experience with her 1902 Queen Anne Victorian that she and her husband Doug have been bringing back to life. I first became aware of her project on instagram, where she can be seen @amyleigh_1902 victorian. Her blog www.vivaciousvictorian.com is full of fascinating materials and beautiful photos. About our guest:Amy Heavilin is a high school music director from Indiana. She inspires others in the old house community to share their homes through #52weeksofhome on instagram. In her words, "My husband Doug and I are on...
2021-03-1734 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenCountertopsSo many countertop choices these days to choose from, what is best for your situation? Lili Morris and I discuss the mainstream options, pros and cons of granite, marble, soapstone, quartz and other composites as well as laminates. In the episode enhancement I discuss alternatives as well.About the guest: Lili Morris is @house_on_everett_hill on instagram and has been helping homeowners choose their countertops in Tennessee for 4 years. ******************************************************************************************Help me spread the word about this podcast!If you like this podcast, subscribe and tell your friends about it...
2021-03-1027 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenHome InspectorsIf you are looking for a house to renovate and really have no idea how to identify the home inspector who is right for you, this episode will help. James Brock of Boston Home Inspections joined me to discuss what home inspectors do, how their work can differ, what to look for in an inspector and inspection report and how to find the home inspector that will meet your expectations.Jim started an instagram account a while back that now has over 15,000 followers and climbing, you can find him there @bostonhomeinspections. He is the owner of Boston...
2021-03-0336 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenMid-century Ranch RenovationsDella Hansmann is an architect who lives the experience of a mid century ranch. We discuss how she came to specialize in the housing type, what she values about ranch houses, her approach to helping homeowners and her advice about bringing one back to life. Her podcast mid-mod remodel is a great resource for all those planning a ranch renovation https://midmod-midwest.com/subscribe/Check out her website for a plethora of great ranch related information: https://midmod-midwest.com***************************************************************************************Tell me your story! Renovation Stories features homeowners who have fun and...
2021-02-2444 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenHow to expect the unexpectedThe idea for this episode came from a listener question. The question was- How to expect the unexpected? I immediately thought of asking the men at Behind the Studs, a home improvement podcast that I have been listening to lately. We discussed architect/contractor relationships and the importance of working together, and narrowed down what can come as a surprise during construction. About the guests this episode, Colin Shaw and Jimmy DriscollColin was raised on the CT shoreline. He's a husband, a dad, soccer coach extraordinaire, and all around awesome guy. He is the...
2021-02-1735 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenPlanning your LandscapeJoin me as I speak with landscape designer Carol Moyles about how to go about planning your landscape renovation. About this week's guest:Carol A. Moyles is a landscape designer with more than 25 years of work and 300 completed projects. Her portfolio includes a wide range of academic, recreational, real estate, and residential projects. Carol strives for conceptual clarity in shaping landscapes, collaborating with owners, municipalities, institutions, and the public as part of an integrated design process. By listening to project requirements in relation to understanding context and specific site and environmental conditions, she is able...
2021-02-1028 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenHome Networks and Cyber SecurityNow that many of us are doing business out of our homes, is it time for an upgrade to your home network? What does that look like? Should you be concerned about cyber security? Michael Oh of TSP joins me to answer these questions and more. Check out TSP's website for more information about available smart home services tsp.spaceHere is a link to his podcast GrepcastA link to an interesting tech renovation in Cambridge MA hereabout this week's guest:Michael Oh was a freshman at...
2021-01-2725 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenHigh Performance RenovationsIn this episode Anthony and Abbey Maschmedt of dwell development in Seattle join me to discuss sustainable construction and high performance renovations. Dwell development is an award-winning sustainable residential builder, and they strive to create the most energy efficient homes in the world. They believe that sustainable efficient design can create a better tomorrow. Learn more about their award winning work at www.dwelldevelopment.com****************************************************************************Tell me your story! I am working on a series called Renovation Stories, which will feature homeowners who have fun and dramatic stories to tell. We can all l...
2021-01-2043 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenModernist HousesThis podcast is intended resource for homeowners hoping to learn as much as they can about home renovations before starting their own. In this episode I have a very enjoyable conversation with George Smart- the founder and executive director of US modernist and NC modernist, non profit organizations dedicated to the documentation, preservation and promotion of modernist design. He is a sought after speaker all over the country and I was thrilled to have him as a guest. I must have said his work was amazing a dozen times but I can’t help myself. We talked about th...
2021-01-1338 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenArchitect vs Interior DesignerArchitect vs. Interior Designer with Amy EverardHave you ever wondered what the difference is between an architect and an interior designer? Amy Everard is an interior designer working in NYC and is the host of her own helpful design podcast, Soft Landing. She and I discuss how our jobs overlap and differ. About this episode's guest: Amy Everard is an interior designer sharing over a decade of experience and knowledge to make interior design accessible to everyone. It is her mission to Demystify Interior Design! Soft Landing is a weekly independent podcast that disseminates...
2020-12-3024 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenExterior Renovation Trends in 2021The exterior home is the face shown to the world, but how often do people consider changing the look of their home to express their personalities? Kriss Swint of Royal Building Products discusses exterior renovations and what they can do for your property. Check out their very helpful website at www.royalbuildingproducts.comyou'll find design tools and a great blog- worth exploring!About this episode's guest, Kriss Swint: Kriss is the Director of Marketing Communications at Royal Building Products and the Managing Editor of LiveAbode.com, Royal’s exterior design in...
2020-12-1621 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenYou Can Do It Yourself- with Ward SchraederWard Schraeder has noticed that many of us don't really know how to complete simple projects ourselves and he is giving us the opportunity to learn. Through his YouTube series Working with Ward he is reaching out to people who did not grow up learning how to build and create. Link to his YouTube channel- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9wLuLpwyBX_PkNXmvrBJZg/videosWard is also the co-host of Bargain Mansions on HGTV with his daughter Tamara Day. This is a really great show, if you like home renovations then you'll enjoy this one. They transform...
2020-12-0243 min
StarTalk RadioStarTalk Live – Climate Science, with Neil deGrasse TysonHow can we combat climate change? Neil deGrasse Tyson, comic co-host Chuck Nice, climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe, PhD, and chemist Peter Mahaffy, PhD, investigate on our first virtual StarTalk Live, sponsored by Pocketlab.
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2020-11-1055 min
A Matter of DegreesThe Big Fossil Fuel BailoutIn July, the FBI charged Larry Householder, Ohio’s Republican Speaker of the House, with a conspiracy to pass a $1.5 billion bailout in return for $61 million in dark money. The racketeering was allegedly orchestrated by Householder and the utility FirstEnergy to kill Ohio’s renewable energy law and prop up aging coal and nuclear power plants.What’s happening in Ohio is part of a broader story playing out under the Trump Administration. Fossil-fuel companies like FirstEnergy have used their ties to the Trump regime to push massive bailouts for dirty energy. And the pandemic was the perfec...
2020-10-2945 min
StarTalk RadioCoronavirus and Climate Change, with Neil deGrasse TysonNeil deGrasse Tyson explores coronavirus and climate change with co-host Chuck Nice, Gavin A. Schmidt, PhD, Director of the NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies, and climate scientist and Global Weirding host Katharine Hayhoe, PhD.
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2020-04-2048 min
Talking SimulatorAstrologaster with Katharine NeilAstrologaster (2019) is “a story-driven astrological comedy game set in Shakespeare’s London”, a genre that must surely soon be as popular as the battle royale. It was developed by a whole team of people for independent developer Nyamyam, and designed and directed by Jennifer Schneidereit. But Jordan wanted to talk to its narrative designer and writer Katharine Neil, to find out how she managed to squeeze history, astrology, and comedy into a game.Content warning: this episode contains mention of miscarriage. There are no major spoilers for the story of Astrologaster, but there are some for events that t...
2019-05-2139 min