True Tales From Old Houses

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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.

Recent Episodes
  • 164: Demystifying Linseed Paint (Again!)
    Apr 21, 2025 – 01:05:52
  • 163: The Weight of Goodbye and What Comes Next
    Apr 14, 2025 – 33:59
  • 162: From Spreadsheets to Bed Sheets - An Innkeeper's Tale
    Apr 7, 2025 – 01:03:45
  • 161: Help! We Can't Stop Talking About Frank Lloyd Wright
    Mar 31, 2025 – 35:46
  • 160: Wright in the Desert Part II - Taliesin West
    Mar 24, 2025 – 01:03:26
  • 159: Wright in the Desert - Taliesin West
    Mar 17, 2025 – 35:19
  • 158: The Descendant's Project + Enon Hall
    Mar 10, 2025 – 41:52
  • 157: Balancing Modern Style with Old House Soul
    Mar 3, 2025 – 55:18
  • 156: The Never-Ending Staircase Project
    Feb 24, 2025 – 35:47
  • 155: Built Different - The Printmaker's Inn
    Feb 17, 2025 – 01:06:56
  • 154: Basements, Balusters, and a Trip to Taliesin West
    Feb 10, 2025 – 31:47
  • 153: Crafting Timeless Homes with Brent Hull
    Feb 3, 2025 – 01:08:43
  • 152: Architectural Goofs and the Great Modillion Mix-Up
    Jan 27, 2025 – 37:00
  • 151: Spooky Stories From Old Houses Part II
    Oct 28, 2024 – 01:10:08
  • 150: Spooky Stories From Old Houses Part I
    Oct 21, 2024 – 01:15:49
  • 149: A Brush with the Law and Other Misadventures
    Sep 16, 2024 – 30:57
  • 148: Christopher Brandt - Architect by Day, Preservation Hero by Night
    Sep 9, 2024 – 01:09:11
  • 147: Stacy's Utah Quest and Daniel's Big Build
    Sep 2, 2024 – 30:26
  • 146: Kitchen Quirks and Detroit Duplex Dreams
    Aug 26, 2024 – 53:45
  • 145: Sleeping Porch Problems + Michigan Magic
    Aug 19, 2024 – 30:17
  • 144: Don't Rush the Rehab - Kate Wood Knows What's Worth Preserving
    Aug 12, 2024 – 55:44
  • 143: Mystical Misreads + New Project Plans
    Aug 5, 2024 – 30:54
  • 142: Choosing Relaxation over Renovation in France + Plumbing Materials Advice
    Jul 29, 2024 – 57:36
  • 141: Unexpected Basement Floods and Weather Emergencies
    Jul 22, 2024 – 34:41
  • 140: Behind the Scenes at Taliesin West + The Impact of Ivy on Old Houses
    Jul 15, 2024 – 57:02
  • 139: Minisode - Navigating Home Projects & Real Estate Woes
    Jul 8, 2024 – 33:05
  • 138: Woodward Throwbacks - Pioneering a Fresh Approach to Adaptive Reuse + Modern Linoleum Options
    Jul 1, 2024 – 55:45
  • 137: Minisode The Cottage Sale - It Ain't Over 'til It's Over
    Jun 24, 2024 – 33:10
  • 136: A House Restored by Lee McColgan + A Kitchen Window Problem
    Jun 17, 2024 – 54:35
  • 135: Minisode Selling the Cottage + A Sad Update on the Aurora Restoration Project
    Jun 10, 2024 – 30:34
  • 134: You Can Go Home Again + DIY Exterior Painting Tips
    Jun 3, 2024 – 57:26
  • 133: Minisode Japan Highlights + The Cottage is Finished!
    May 27, 2024 – 32:13
  • 132: Brooke Young Russell + A Canvas Ceiling Question
    May 20, 2024 – 52:17
  • 131: Minisode Japanese Toilets and Mouse Mummies
    May 13, 2024 – 32:12
  • 130: The Brownstone Boys + Public Art & Painted Brick
    May 7, 2024 – 01:00:17
  • Bonus Minisode: Moving Updates & More
    Apr 30, 2024 – 30:29
  • Tara Mangini & Percy Bright of Jersey Ice Cream Co Design
    Feb 5, 2024 – 56:46
  • Minisode: The Last Mini of Season Ten
    Jan 29, 2024 – 29:23
  • Minisode: Tangents, Travel, and Trying New Things
    Jan 23, 2024 – 26:01
  • A Cottage Built From Architectural Salvage + Smoothing Lumpy Plaster
    Jan 15, 2024 – 48:52
  • Minisode: Ready for the New Year
    Jan 8, 2024 – 27:34
  • Training Future Preservation Tradespeople + One Tool We Can't Live Without
    Jan 1, 2024 – 56:06
  • Minisode: Goodbyes and Bathrooms
    Dec 18, 2023 – 29:03
  • Hardwood Floor Talk with Brendan Brody of Queen City Restoration
    Dec 11, 2023 – 55:42
  • Minisode: Our Plumber is a Saint + Cute Dog Antics
    Dec 4, 2023 – 28:15
  • Passive Floor Restoration + Matthew Reibs
    Nov 27, 2023 – 54:40
  • Minisode: Daniel's Mom Sets the Record Straight
    Nov 20, 2023 – 40:38
  • Minisode: Stacy's Mom is in the House
    Nov 13, 2023 – 37:56
  • Andrew Wing + Tips for Choosing New Flooring for Your Old House
    Nov 6, 2023 – 49:35
  • A Very Haunted Minisode
    Oct 31, 2023 – 30:56
Recent Reviews
  • tigertwenty4
    Educational, Inspirational, and Fun for Old House Lovers
    Stacy and Daniel do such great job in creating this happy place in the podcast world to deep dive into the Old House realm. I listen to gather info for a future when I might have the chance to work on my own old house (something older than my current 1960’s house), and the resources and personal advice they provide are impeccable. So thankful they create this resource!
  • iheartMB2
    Really enjoy these two
    Good practical advice if you’ve got an old house. I look forward to new episodes 👍🏼
  • db review
    I am binging this podcast!
    As an owner of a house that identifies as an old house and a preservationist this has become my favorite podcast. Thanks to all involved!
  • Old house fan
    True fan of True Tales
    I love and have learned so much from True Tales from Old Houses! Stacy's shows are always well researched, organized, informative, and entertaining! I live in a new build and have limited DIY skills but have listened to every episode. Each show gives me a stronger appreciation for older homes and the stewards that care for them.
  • cippi longstovking
    Love
    I love this podcast! So fun and informative!
  • Kim 788
    I love your podcast
    I have officially binged every single episode and cannot wait for the next season! You and Daniel are the absolute best! Can’t wait to listen soon.
  • Gnome Sweet Gnome
    An educational & entertaining podcast with delightful hosts!
    This podcast takes somewhat technical topics and stories about old houses and brings them to life to be educational and very entertaining. The hosts are so sweet and I wish I could be their friends in real life! I love listening in to every episode.
  • Glu7
    Great!
    I have been listening for a few years now and have gained so much knowledge in that time. This podcast pulls from so many great resources and makes things more accessible Daniel is such a great addition along with the minisodes! I look forward to every new episode!
  • Lamoss01
    Invaluable information for old home owners
    Stacy
  • MML1985
    🥰🥰🥰
    I love this podcast! While informational it’s also informative and entertaining.
  • Candied Fabrics
    Interesting and helpful!
    I am learning so much about old houses. Stacy and Daniel are giving me the confidence and knowledge to work on my 101 year old Craftsman bungalow in So Cal. Thanks so much!!!
  • RPS-Mac
    Stacy and Daniel are a dream
    I’ll admit it, I’m prejudiced… towards anything my children do because they are all brilliant. No really. Daniel is fresh, and honest, and knowledgeable about almost things that he talks about and he has opinions. Stacy invited him to join her long running successful podcast and I think it has been magic. I’ve gone back and listened to older podcasts and feel like Daniel brings that little spark to put the podcast over the finish line. What a fun duo. Keep up the good work.
  • vintageonmoss
    Entertaining and helpful!
    True Tales From Old Houses is an easy listen while providing hours of helpful tips for those of us in the old house community! There have been so many tips and lessons over the last 4 years. Of course, not everything is pertinent to my home but it’s a wealth of information for eventual and current projects.
  • valliegirl975
    Big help with old houses
    I love listening to Stacy’s show. Her interviews with guests are really helpful in tackling all things old houses. I had a phone call with Stacy and she walked me there some restoration issues to consider living in an old home. Since that call a year ago, I now live in a 102 year old bungalow and I am taking on the projects in a respectful way to my old home!
  • RedLazaridis
    Terrific Podcast for historic homeowners
    I’m also a newbie to living in a historic home and this podcast has been not only an education, but a joy to listen to!
  • 2manyshows2littletime
    Fantastic resource!
    I am a newbie old house owner and am restoring old windows, siding, floors, everything. This podcast is answering all my questions in real time! Stacy and her guests are generous with sharing their knowledge and resources. Her YouTube videos are very helpful for hands on instructions. Thank you Stacy for your part in connecting the fantastic old house community!
  • Mrs Ruppel
    Stacy and her guests are so helpful!
    Great listen for new/beginner or veteran old home owners or just old house lovers in general!
  • Tablewalkr
    If you own an old house, you NEED this show!!
    I binged my way through all the episodes during a couple thousand-mile road trips, and am now working my way through them for a second time! The hosts' and guests' passion for old houses is contagious, and there is so much information and inspiration in every episode that I almost always take notes! Old house owners everywhere -- this show is an absolute MUST LISTEN!!!
  • leahwieland
    Valuable content
    I love listening to Stacy talk about old houses! She offers a great balanced perspective on taking care of historic homes and her guests are always interesting.
  • LadyonC
    Fantastic 👌🏻
    I absolutely love this podcast. The content and guests are always so funny, knowledgeable, and interesting. Stacy is an amazing host and always asks the best questions and keeps things fun!
  • 1938cf
    Cristy
    A listen to episode #65 and it will become clear that you’ll need to binge listen to all previous episodes- entertaining, inspiring, and informative. The name says it all, “TRUE” Tales from Old Houses”. Listen up all old home lover’s!
  • HandmadeKatie
    Can’t Get Enough!
    I am a sucker for stories, especially stories attached to places and people. Every story, every perspective captured here is interesting, rich with history and experience.
  • cjl2441
    Decent podcast…
    But had to unsubscribe a few episodes in. Going through the backlog and the Steve Quillian episode. Good god….the guy acts like he’s Robin Hood saving the world from the big bad corporate window companies. I get wanting to keep up with historical preservation but that guys head was so far up his own rear end, I just couldn’t take it anymore.
  • Mairzyfrase
    For old house enthusiasts
    I look forward to every episode. Stacy has great conversations with the most interesting folks in the historic preservation world. I always learn something and I’ve discovered some of my favorite Instagram accounts through this podcast. Plus,ghost stories!
  • Lucky7DogRescue
    I am hooked!
    I have officially fallen down the rabbit hole listening to episodes of True Tales from Old Homes. I absolutely love the raw honesty that is shared through this podcast. We just purchased a 1910 craftsman that needs a lot of work and are expecting it will take us 7-10 years to fully finish everything on our “to do list.” This show helps me feel confident and excited while preparing for the long journey and projects ahead. Keep up the great work and keep those episodes coming!
  • Ewilliams2019
    Love this podcast
    This podcast has really helped me to feel better about the old house project I have coming up. So much good information, I look forward to every episode
  • The Bark Eater
    What a wonderful podcast
    Stacy has developed a great podcast that is a perfect mix of old-house-loving conversation an educational restoration information. Always engaging and a fun listen!
  • KItty_J18
    Love this show
    So much great info on this show and entertaining to boot. If you own and old house, or any house or you just like old houses you should listen.
  • WavyWindows
    Best way to spend an hour
    Just started listening recently after following Stacy over at BHH for a while. Truly a gem of a listen.
  • DitchLily
    Love it!!
    For anyone who has ever remodeled a historic home, this podcast is amazing and it gives you tips and ideas that can help you work even better.
  • Rph223
    Hooked!
    I love this podcast! I binged all the episodes in 9 days. These episodes are packed with information. I have learned so much. It gives me hope that one day I just might be able to take on an old house myself. I have enjoyed every single guest and have followed all of these new exciting Instagram accounts. I will definitely miss Devon but still can’t wait for the new season.
  • Sjushehehevhrjdbdjjdjfd
    Great listen!
    I love listening to this podcast! It is very informative. I look forward to every new episode.
  • 1875alma
    Fun, informative and inspirational
    I listen to this at night. It makes me smile and gives me ideas. I go to sleep looking forward to the morning when I can get up and get back to work. These are my people!
  • wallyworld23233
    Vested Interest...
    I just listened to my first episode, Episode 36, Lee Ann - Show Me The Flow Blue. What a great podcast! So much information about the house and especially about Flow Blue. I knew a little about the house, but virtually nothing about Flow Blue. Now I know considerably more. I probably should mention that I’m Lee Ann’s dad.
  • jcuhel
    A lovely, informational podcast
    As an old home owner, I love hearing from others! Devin and Stacy are knowledgeable, and great to listen to and learn from!
  • Kate1042
    My absolute favorite
    If you love old houses and fabulous stories this is a must listen.
  • TuxedaL
    Such a great show
    If you love old homes and preservation, this show is for you! From the warm hosts to the informative topics, to the incredible guests - this show has it all!
  • Heritagevalley
    If you love old houses
    If you love everything old house related, then you need to be listening to this podcast! It has provided a wealth of knowledge for us as we have been renovating our old farm house.
  • Jen (everydayoldhouse.com)
    Look forward to every episode
    I love this podcast. If you are into old houses, you will enjoy listening to Stacy and Devyn. They share their old house wins and woes, interview professionals or even have other homeowners on the show to share their work and passion for old houses.
  • designitvintageliving
    Windows
    So cool. We have a 1978 ranch and all original windows and the original door was recently replaced and regretting not installing the same style door.
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