{"podcast":{"title":"This Old House Radio Hour","slug":"this-old-house-radio-hour-7435754","podcast_index_feed_id":7435754,"rss_url":"https://pdrl.fm/53c558/feeds.publicradio.org/public_feeds/this-old-house-radio-hour","website_url":"https://www.apmdistribution.org/","image_url":"https://img.apmcdn.org/beea7c996fbe10487314ad67d941c1a77bcbf26b/uncropped/8610bd-20250306-this-old-house-radio-hour-2000.jpg","author":"American Public Media","episode_count":72,"summary":"This Old House has been America’s most trusted source for home improvement, expert renovation advice, and DIY inspiration for over 40 years. Now, that trusted guidance comes to your ears with This Old House Radio Hour—a weekly home improvement podcast designed to help homeowners, renters, and renovators take better care of the places they live. Hosted by This Old House editor Jenn Largesse, and featuring fan-favorite experts like Zack Dettmore (general contractor), Richard Trethewey (plumbing and HVAC specialist), and Jenn Nawada (landscape designer), each episode offers practical, step-by-step solutions to real home improvement problems. Listeners can expect weekly episodes packed with actionable advice on everything from plumbing and electrical upgrades to bathroom remodels, basement waterproofing, HVAC maintenance, flooring installation, window repair, insulation tips, and more. We answer listener questions, break down renovation techniques, and spotlight smart fixes for everyday challenges. Whether you're a first-time DIYer, a seasoned weekend warrior, or just trying to make sense of home maintenance, This Old House Radio Hour is your go-to podcast for trusted home improvement…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-26T06:23:50.076347+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/this-old-house-radio-hour-7435754"},"episode":{"title":"Unclog Any Drain + David Sedaris’ N.C. Retreat + Contractor Installation Red Flags","slug":"unclog-any-drain-david-sedaris-n-c-retreat-contractor-installation-red-flags","published_at":"2026-06-30T07:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/this-old-house-radio-hour-7435754/unclog-any-drain-david-sedaris-n-c-retreat-contractor-installation-red-flags","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/this-old-house-radio-hour-7435754","url":"https://pdrl.fm/53c558/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/5/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/play.publicradio.org/podcast/o/americanpublicmedia/podcasts/this_old_house_radio_hour/episodes/2026/06/30/thisoldhouseradiohour_67_20260630_128.mp3?awCollectionId=apm-TOHRH&awEpisodeId=01KW1VR42CDW0DNY252N2V7R41","audio_url":"https://pdrl.fm/53c558/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/5/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/play.publicradio.org/podcast/o/americanpublicmedia/podcasts/this_old_house_radio_hour/episodes/2026/06/30/thisoldhouseradiohour_67_20260630_128.mp3?awCollectionId=apm-TOHRH&awEpisodeId=01KW1VR42CDW0DNY252N2V7R41","summary":"A stubborn clog doesn't always require harsh chemicals. Chicago plumber Benjamin Vance explains how a wet/dry vacuum, a towel, and a few simple tools can clear drains throughout your home. Author David Sedaris shares the story of finally buying the North Carolina beach house his family had dreamed about for decades, and why it remains deeply connected to memories of his mother. Plus, Contractor Confidential reveals what homeowners should know before agreeing to a professional installation. On this episode you’ll learn: * Why your dryer might be showing an airflow error after a move and the simple steps that could solve it. * What's causing stucco to peel from a retaining wall and why the real problem may be hidden behind it. * How to safely remove old fiberglass insulation and decide whether replacing it is a DIY job or a task for the pros. * The best way to run a dedicated electrical circuit for a new appliance while keeping wiring protected and up to code. All of this, plus we’re answering your home improvement questions at 877-864-7460.","meta_description":"A stubborn clog doesn't always require harsh chemicals. Chicago plumber Benjamin Vance explains how a wet/dry vacuum, a towel, and a few simple tools can…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3008,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/this-old-house-radio-hour-7435754/episodes/unclog-any-drain-david-sedaris-n-c-retreat-contractor-installation-red-flags/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/this-old-house-radio-hour-7435754/unclog-any-drain-david-sedaris-n-c-retreat-contractor-installation-red-flags.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}