True Tales From Old Houses

True Tales From Old Houses

True Tales From Old Houses is a light-hearted, entertaining, and educational show for lovers of old houses and buildings, DIYers, history buffs, and restoration and preservation junkies. Available weekly, hosts Stacy Grinsfelder and Daniel Kanter share personal project updates, listener Q&A, and interviews with engaging old house owners, restoration professionals, and craftspeople.

Episodes

February 5, 2024 56 mins

In today's episode, the finale of Season 10, Stacy and Daniel discuss best practices for a clean, healthy, and mostly dry basement.

Then, Stacy and Daniel welcome Tara Mangini and Percy Bright, the legendary design team behind Jersey Ice Cream Co. Tara and Percy have traded their nomadic lifestyle for an 1880s farmhouse in upstate NY and most recently starred in their own TV show, The Story of Home on Magnolia Network,...

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This week, during the last minisode of season ten, Stacy and Daniel offer plenty of edutainment as they chat about their current projects. 

Stacy recently wrapped up a hall painting project, so she asks Daniel how he chooses paint colors. 

Then, Stacy and Daniel talk about their color choices as children, and they ...

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This week, Stacy is waylaid in Salt Lake City as back-to-back storms turned a long weekend into an 8-day trip. 

Soon after Stacy's travel update, Daniel apologizes for not correctly crediting architect Christopher Brandt for the information on Rochester Carpet we discussed during episode #108

Then, tangents abound during a conversation about enjoying Christmas decor well into January and bread baking.  

Finally, Daniel explains h...

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In today's episode, during listener Q&A, Stacy and Daniel answer a question about smoothing lumpy plaster in preparation for wallpaper. 

Later, they welcome Kylie McKay. Kylie is turning a 1940s garage into a cottage that blends well with the rest of the houses in her historic neighborhood. She is using architectural salvage for all of the windows, doors, and finishes. Kylie talks about her favorite finds and the challenge of hirin...

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January 8, 2024 27 mins

This week, Stacy and Daniel usher in the new year by discussing how they wrapped up 2023.

First, Stacy talks about her holiday trip to Palm Springs, California and Joshua Tree National Park. In true Daniel fashion, he explains how he once ended up in Palm Springs reassembling stage props from Mad Men, including Don Draper's credenza. 

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In this episode, Daniel offers a fascinating follow-up on the thin wood flooring Brenden mentioned during episode #108

Then, during listener Q&A, Stacy and Daniel discuss the one tool they can't live without. 

Later, they welcome Chris Iannelli to the podcast. Chris heads up an inspiring program that trains 18-24-year-olds in preservation masonry while addressing their physical, emotional, and social needs. 

To request a transcri...

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December 18, 2023 29 mins

This week, Daniel begins with a sad story about saying goodbye to his beloved dog, Mekko. 

Then, Stacy offers a positive update about her bathroom remodel, and Daniel explains the expensive boiler project going on at the cottage. 

Finally, Daniel talks about his last meeting as chairman of the board for the Kingston City Land Bank and the literal and figurative gifts he received after five ...

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In today's episode, Daniel shares some good news about his work with the Kingston City Land Bank.

Then, Stacy and Daniel wrap up their deep dive into floor restoration and the Young Tradesperson Series by welcoming floor restoration pro, Brendan Brody of Queen City Restoration. 

Brendon shares the story of his path to the trades and offers excellent advice for young people facing education and career uncertainty after high school. ...

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This week, Stacy's husband Andy fills in as co-host during Daniel's absence. 

First, Stacy discusses Millie's trip to the vet, and she explains the crafty way Millie managed to gain nine pounds even though she is on a carefully balanced eating and exercise schedule.

Then, Andy and Stacy talk about the upstairs bathroom remodeling project. Stacy expresses her gratitude for the plumber and co...

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November 27, 2023 54 mins

In today’s episode, during listener Q&A, Stacy and Daniel discuss the passive refinishing method for wood floors. 

Later, as part of the ongoing young tradesperson series, Stacy and Daniel chat with Matt Riebs from Fort Wayne, Indiana. Matt does a little bit of everything related to old houses. He began dabbling in the trades as a child, and a chance to meet Nicole Curtis, his HGTV idol, further set him on...

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In today's very special "Momisode," Stacy and Daniel welcome Daniel's mom, Ricki.

First, Stacy chats a little about a very confusing experience at the opera. 

Then, Daniel's mom joins them to set the record straight about 

  • one of Daniel's first sewing projects
  • <...
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November 13, 2023 37 mins

In today's very special "Momisode," Stacy and Daniel welcome Stacy's mom, Vera.

First, Daniel talks a bit about how his idea to bring volunteer designers to the Kingston City Land Bank has not gone according to plan.

Then, Stacy's mom joins them to share more information about her than you ever wanted to know, including but not limited to: 

  • the condition and decor of Stacy's childhood bedroom 
  • whether or not she comes from a f...
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In today's episode, during listener Q&A, Stacy and Daniel offer tips for choosing new wood flooring for your old house.

And later, as part of the Young Tradesperson Series, they chat with window restorer and all-around nice guy Andrew Wing. Many people first became acquainted with Andrew three years ago through Laine and Kevin Berry of Our Restoration Nation. He was restoring the windows of a house dubbed Louise when t...

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October 31, 2023 30 mins

This week, Stacy and Daniel revisit the topic of burnout. Stacy is feeling better, but Daniel is still struggling to push through the overwhelm to complete the duplex and the cottage.

Then, because bad tangents happen to good minisodes, they discuss their thoughts about life after death. 

Finally, Stacy and Daniel read leftover ghost stories submitted by the Instagram audience and share some unexplained happenings they have experie...

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October 24, 2023 51 mins

In today's podcast, Stacy and Daniel devote the entire episode to spooky old house tales. 

First, Joe Peterson is back with a wild story about a photo missing from his home in New Brunswick. Later, a special guest reveals some Blake Hill House family secrets. 

In between, Stacy and Daniel read plenty more ghost stories submitted by the Instagram audience. 

From missing items to ta...

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October 16, 2023 31 mins

This week, Stacy and Daniel start with an update about their accountability partnership and the state of their current projects. 

Then, Daniel shares his feelings about training for a 5k and running in general. 

Later, Stacy and Daniel get brutally honest about how unrelenting deadlines and house projects have been leading them both toward the fast track to burnout. Something has to give.

Finally, Stacy explains how forcing herself...

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In this episode, during listener Q&A, Stacy and Daniel discuss the best hardwood floor finishes for dog owners. Not all types of wood and floor finishes hold up well against scratches from dog claws. Stacy and Daniel share their experiences to help homeowners make a floor finish choice that is right for them. 

Later, homeowner Amanda kicks off spooky season with a story about buying back her ancestral home. Soon after, Amanda began...

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Oops! They did it again. In today's episode, Stacy and Daniel discuss some recently planned simple maintenance tasks that turned into near-total demolition and deconstruction projects. Stacy discovered catastrophic rot on her sleeping porch while Daniel pulled off an alarming amount of ceiling layers in the duplex. 

Then, Stacy and Daniel offer a humorous behind-the-scenes look at filming an episode of In With the Old featuring Bra...

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In this episode, Stacy and Daniel continue their deep dive into floor restoration by chatting with Rob Cagnetta from Sutherland Welles. Rob explains why tung oil is a good choice for floor refinishing, how it is made, and how Sutherland Welles makes their products smell so good. 

Later, Stacy and Daniel have a conversation with designer and preservationist Reagan Leslie. Reagan is taking Peoria, Illinois, by storm with her unstoppa...

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This week, Stacy clarifies how Canadian citizens were blinded during the Halifax explosion. 

Next, Daniel is bummed about the state of the hardwood floors in Bluestone Cottage. Despite hiring out the job of floor refinishing to a pro, the results were disappointing. 

Then, on a cheerier note, Stacy and Daniel chat about the heartwarming show, The Wizard of Paws, because what's cuter than a mini horse frolicking in a paddock? 

Final...

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