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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.

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Update frequency
every 8 days
Average duration
45 minutes
Episodes
173
Years Active
2018 - 2025
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133: Minisode Japan Highlights + The Cottage is Finished!

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 Mo…

00:32:13  |   Mon 27 May 2024
132: Brooke Young Russell + A Canvas Ceiling Question

132: Brooke Young Russell + A Canvas Ceiling Question

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 jo…

00:52:17  |   Mon 20 May 2024
131: Minisode Japanese Toilets and Mouse Mummies

131: Minisode Japanese Toilets and Mouse Mummies

This week's minisode is off to a wild start, with Stacy and Daniel discussing their unconventional "words of the year."

Then, Stacy talks about her upcoming trip to Japan and shares a story about Goo…

00:32:12  |   Mon 13 May 2024
130: The Brownstone Boys + Public Art & Painted Brick

130: The Brownstone Boys + Public Art & Painted Brick

True Tales From Old Houses is back! Season Eleven is off to a good start with a fresh, new logo and an episode packed with old-house fun. 

This week, Stacy and Daniel answer a listener's question abo…

01:00:17  |   Tue 07 May 2024
Bonus Minisode: Moving Updates & More

Bonus Minisode: Moving Updates & More

It's a bonus mini! In this minisode, Stacy and Daniel catch up after a three-month hiatus. 

First, Stacy offers an update about moving to Salt Lake City. Is that ever going to happen? 

Then, Daniel c…

00:30:29  |   Tue 30 Apr 2024
Tara Mangini & Percy Bright of Jersey Ice Cream Co Design

Tara Mangini & Percy Bright of Jersey Ice Cream Co Design

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 l…

00:56:46  |   Mon 05 Feb 2024
Minisode: The Last Mini of Season Ten

Minisode: The Last Mini of Season Ten

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 a…

00:29:23  |   Mon 29 Jan 2024
Minisode: Tangents, Travel, and Trying New Things

Minisode: Tangents, Travel, and Trying New Things

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 archite…

00:26:01  |   Tue 23 Jan 2024
A Cottage Built From Architectural Salvage + Smoothing Lumpy Plaster

A Cottage Built From Architectural Salvage + Smoothing Lumpy Plaster

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 gara…

00:48:52  |   Mon 15 Jan 2024
Minisode: Ready for the New Year

Minisode: Ready for the New Year

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 …

00:27:34  |   Mon 08 Jan 2024
Training Future Preservation Tradespeople + One Tool We Can't Live Without

Training Future Preservation Tradespeople + One Tool We Can't Live Without

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 li…

00:56:06  |   Mon 01 Jan 2024
Minisode: Goodbyes and Bathrooms

Minisode: Goodbyes and Bathrooms

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 pr…

00:29:03  |   Mon 18 Dec 2023
Hardwood Floor Talk with Brendan Brody of Queen City Restoration

Hardwood Floor Talk with Brendan Brody of Queen City Restoration

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 Seri…

00:55:42  |   Mon 11 Dec 2023
Minisode: Our Plumber is a Saint + Cute Dog Antics

Minisode: Our Plumber is a Saint + Cute Dog Antics

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 …

00:28:15  |   Mon 04 Dec 2023
Passive Floor Restoration + Matthew Reibs

Passive Floor Restoration + Matthew Reibs

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 …

00:54:40  |   Mon 27 Nov 2023
Minisode: Daniel's Mom Sets the Record Straight

Minisode: Daniel's Mom Sets the Record Straight

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…

00:40:38  |   Mon 20 Nov 2023
Minisode: Stacy's Mom is in the House

Minisode: Stacy's Mom is in the House

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 a…

00:37:56  |   Mon 13 Nov 2023
Andrew Wing + Tips for Choosing New Flooring for Your Old House

Andrew Wing + Tips for Choosing New Flooring for Your Old House

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 rest…

00:49:35  |   Mon 06 Nov 2023
A Very Haunted Minisode

A Very Haunted Minisode

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 b…

00:30:56  |   Tue 31 Oct 2023
A Missing Photo + Family Secrets

A Missing Photo + Family Secrets

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…

00:51:14  |   Tue 24 Oct 2023
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