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Because it's New Year's Day, we decided to run one of our favorite episodes from the past. Here's our episode on Failure!

SEGMENT 1: Backing out of Color Mistakes

SEGMENTS 2 and 3: The Invention of the…

For the first time, we're running a full-blown Christmas special! Merry Christmas, everyone!

SEGMENT 1: Family Traditions

SEGMENTS 2 and 3: Christmas Traditions from Around the World

In these segments, …

SEGMENTS 1 and 2: Mel Trotter Ministries

In this segment we're on the phone with Beth Fisher and Regina Dix from Mel Trotter Ministries in Grand Rapids, talking about the homelessness situation and wh…

SEGMENT 1: To Flush or Not to Flush?

Flushing the hot water heater is a common recommendation when you peruse DIY forums. However . . . there are a couple things to consider before you jump into that …

SEGMENT 1: The Hot Water Heater Fiasco

Hot water heaters don't last forever! And when they go . . . well, they really can go! Dan's 10 year old hot water heater burst on the Tuesday before Thanksgivin…

SEGMENT 1: Surfactant Leaching

Surfactant leaching is a somewhat common issue in newly painted bathrooms with high humidity. It can look TERRIBLE on your walls . . . but it's easy to take care of!

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SEGMENT 1: The Wishbone's Strange History

We all know the Thanksgiving tradition of two people pulling apart the wishbone to see who gets the wish . . . but do you know where this strange tradition co…

SEGMENT 1: Holiday Cleaning Tips

The Holidays are closing in and those of us who are hosting Thanksgiving and Christmas parties are starting to pull our homes together for guests. If cleaning is a big…

SEGMENT 1: Paint Hack Attack

Life hacks are all over the internet! And many of them are just terrible ideas . . . . One "paint hack from the pros" that we ran across involved pounding holes in the rim…

Segment 1: The Best Leaf Tarp

When you have a lot of leaves to deal with in the fall, you get creative! You look for new solutions everywhere. Well, I stumbled into what I think is the best leaf tarp …

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This episode, we explore the concept of failure. So often we fear it and do everything to avoid it . . . but it's part of life! And it's part of every great endeavor. But, not every instance of failu…

SEGMENT 1: Instagram Contest

SEGMENT 2: Supporting the Arts in Grand Rapids with Lions and Rabbits

SEGMENT 3: Drill Bits 101

SEGMENT 4: The History of Trim

SEGMENT 1: Escape Rooms

Out of the Box Games and Toys is a gem of West Michigan! They have an AMAZING selection of unique games and toys. The Zeeland location has something extra special we needed to …

Segments 1 & 2: Art Appreciation 101

ArtPrize is back for it’s 10th year! We discuss the process of viewing art and ways to create a better connection with what is in front of us. We encourage everyon…

Due to a bit of a crazy week, we ended up handpicking some of our favorite segments from the past!

SEGMENTS 1 and 2: Composting 101

Fall is on the way and it's the perfect time to start composting! If …

Segments 1 and 2: The Arctic Tern Project

We speak with James Van't Slot about a major DIY project he undertook a number of years back: building a sailboat! Click here if you'd like to check out the i…

SEGMENT 1: Safety First

Dan rips his pants...and to put it all behind him we recount a few stories that might help you slow down. We are all guilty of rushing and not taking proper safety precautions.…

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SEGMENT 1: Unfinished Business

We have made some promises over the year and we haven’t forgotten! Learn weather that raving review of EGO Lawn Equipment has sto…

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SEGMENT 1: Rotting Lunchbox Story

I am sure now is the time we are going through school supplies, backpacks and lunch boxes to sort the chaos that came home the…