Episodes
155: Built Different - The Printmaker's Inn
What happens when disaster strikes a historic building? And how do you even begin to move an entire house to a new state? In this episode of True Tales From Old Houses, Stacy and Daniel explore the incredible efforts people …
154: Basements, Balusters, and a Trip to Taliesin West
In this episode of True Tales From Old Houses, Stacy Grinsfelder and Daniel Kanter are back with fresh updates, big plans, and a tangent or two. First, Daniel gives an update on his ongoing duplex renovation, including the latest challenges …
153: Crafting Timeless Homes with Brent Hull
In this episode of True Tales from Old Houses, Contractor and preservationist Brent Hull joins hosts Stacy Grinsfelder and Daniel Kanter to talk craftsmanship, good design, and why historic homes deserve better. Plus, learn how psychic realtor...
152: Architectural Goofs and the Great Modillion Mix-Up
Stacy and Daniel kick off Season 12 with old house updates, product tips, and a lively conversation on preserving historical materials. In this episode of True Tales from Old Houses, Stacy Grinsfelder and Daniel Kanter are back and ready to...
151: Spooky Stories From Old Houses Part II
In this special October episode of True Tales From Old Houses, Stacy and Daniel return with Part II of their spooky stories compilation. Following the eerie encounters shared in Part I, this episode brings even more spine-tingling yet light-hearted...
150: Spooky Stories From Old Houses Part I
It's spooky season! In this special October episode of True Tales From Old Houses, hosts Stacy Grinsfelder and Daniel Kanter take a break from their usual discussions of old house restoration and DIY to share spine-tingling, light-hearted ghost...
149: A Brush with the Law and Other Misadventures
In today's minisode, the final episode of Season 11, Stacy and Daniel wrap things up with a lively discussion about their renovation adventures, funny experiences, and plans for the upcoming ghost story episodes, arriving in October! First,...
148: Christopher Brandt - Architect by Day, Preservation Hero by Night
In this episode of True Tales From Old Houses, Stacy and Daniel discuss practical solutions for damaged wood floors in a folk Victorian farmhouse and chat with preservation architect Christopher Brandt. First, Stacy and Daniel offer some personal...
147: Stacy's Utah Quest and Daniel's Big Build
In today's minisode, Stacy offers an update on her house search in Utah. She and Daniel discuss their current real estate situations and future plans. First, They begin by declaring their love for track shelving. They also recommend the podcast...
146: Kitchen Quirks and Detroit Duplex Dreams
In this episode of True Tales From Old Houses, Stacy is wrapping things up at Silver Lake and getting ready for a new sleeping porch project. Meanwhile, Daniel is busy turning a dining room closet into a masterpiece—because even closets …
145: Sleeping Porch Problems + Michigan Magic
In this conversation, Stacy and Daniel discuss their ongoing renovation projects. First, Daniel talks about his plans to use beadboard in the guest room and the challenges of storing salvage materials. Then, Stacy shares her experience renovating her...
144: Don't Rush the Rehab - Kate Wood Knows What's Worth Preserving
This week's episode begins with the big announcement that Daniel is no longer the owner of Bluestone Cottage. The sale has been finalized. Then, Stacy and Daniel answer a listener question about career paths in historic preservation that don't...
143: Mystical Misreads + New Project Plans
In this episode, Stacy and Daniel discuss Daniel's recent visit to Lilydale, a spiritualist community in Western New York, and they go over some new project plans. First, Stacy offers a follow-up on the ivy discussion from episode #140. A …
142: Choosing Relaxation over Renovation in France + Plumbing Materia…
This week's episode begins with a quick cottage update from Daniel, including his plans to sell the leftover staging furniture and decor. Then, Stacy and Daniel answer a listener question about the best materials for repiping a house. They...
141: Unexpected Basement Floods and Weather Emergencies
In this episode, Stacy and Daniel revisit some previous conversations and swap stories about unexpected basement floods and a wild weather emergency. First, Daniel offers an update about a special Kingston City Land Bank house and shares a...
140: Behind the Scenes at Taliesin West + The Impact of Ivy on Old Ho…
This week's episode begins with a book giveaway reminder and quick project updates from Stacy and Daniel. Then, during Listener Q&A, Stacy and Daniel address the impact of ivy on old houses. They discuss the different types of ivy and …
139: Minisode - Navigating Home Projects & Real Estate Woes
In this episode, Stacy explains how she is lightening her DIY load, and Daniel describes a frustrating week. The conversation highlights the low-key crazy of hyper-local Facebook groups, navigating real estate contracts, dealing with contractor bids,...
138: Woodward Throwbacks - Pioneering a Fresh Approach to Adaptive Re…
This week's episode begins with several book giveaway announcements and quick project updates from Stacy and Daniel. Then, during listener Q&A, Stacy and Daniel discuss traditional and modern linoleum flooring options. They touch on the...
137: Minisode The Cottage Sale - It Ain't Over 'til It's Over
In this week's episode, Stacy tangles with TSA, and Daniel inches closer to selling the cottage. First, Stacy and Daniel discuss Stacy's recent trip to Florida and her airport mishaps. Then, they move on to Daniel's cottage update, including the...
136: A House Restored by Lee McColgan + A Kitchen Window Problem
This week's episode begins with some quick updates about Daniel's cottage and an announcement from Stacy. Stacy and Scott Sidler are co-authoring a book about energy efficiency and old windows. With the first draft nearly finished, the book is moving...
135: Minisode Selling the Cottage + A Sad Update on the Aurora Restor…
This week's minisode is an emotional roller coaster. First, Stacy and Daniel celebrate that the cottage is now for sale. Despite this exciting news, Daniel feels stressed about what comes next. He laments that while the cottage is now spotless, …
134: You Can Go Home Again + DIY Exterior Painting Tips
This week, a listener who owns a duplex wonders how to improve unsightly exterior paint issues while saving money to hire the pros. Stacy and Daniel offer DIY exterior painting tips and their thoughts on getting the job done safely …
133: Minisode Japan Highlights + The Cottage is Finished!
In this week's minisode, Stacy offers a few stories from her trip to Japan, and Daniel reaches a huge milestone with the cottage. First, Stacy opens up about her connection to Japan and how seeing Mount Fuji nearly brought her …
132: Brooke Young Russell + A Canvas Ceiling Quesion
This week, Stacy and Daniel answer a listener's question about the history of canvas ceilings and the feasibility of repairing them. Later, Brooke Young Russell from Evergreene Architectural Arts joins Stacy for a fascinating conversation about...