True Tales From Old Houses
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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True Tales From Old Houses

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.

Recent Episodes

June 2, 2025

170: Poplar Grove’s Past and Promise

In this episode of True Tales From Old Houses , Stacy and Daniel answer a listener's question about what to do with an unused chimney. Should it stay or should it go? They weigh the pros and cons, sharing stories from their o...

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May 26, 2025

169: A Real Pane in the Glass

In this episode of True Tales From Old Houses , Daniel and Stacy share updates from their latest old house projects, including a listener-favorite topic: linseed oil paint. Then, Stacy tells the story of a stubborn window rep...

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May 19, 2025

168: The Case for Historic Windows | Scott Sidler & Stacy Grinsfelder

In this episode of True Tales From Old Houses , Stacy and Daniel answer a listener's question about original basement windows—save them or start fresh? They weigh the pros and cons of restoration versus replacement, and why t...

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May 12, 2025

167: Progress, Priorities, and Other Wins

In this episode of True Tales From Old Houses , Daniel and Stacy start by revisiting their favorite takeaways from the Lustron House interview, including why metal walls are both brilliant and bonkers, in the very best way. T...

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May 5, 2025

166: Lustron House Love

In this episode of True Tales From Old Houses, Stacy and Daniel tackle a relatable question: What's the deal with tiny closets in old houses, and how can homeowners maximize storage? They offer tips, commiseration, and a few creative workarounds....

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April 28, 2025

165: Two Deadlines and a Baby

In this episode of True Tales From Old Houses, Daniel dives into the deeply satisfying experience of helping friends prepare their home for a new baby. Left unsupervised while his friends were at the hospital, Daniel organized the house with...

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Reviews

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."

DitchLily | Jan. 17, 2021

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."

WavyWindows | Feb. 20, 2021

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!"

The Bark Eater | April 27, 2021

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."

KItty_J18 | April 26, 2021

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"

Ewilliams2019 | May 13, 2021

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 craft…"

Lucky7DogRescue | June 23, 2021

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 c…"

valliegirl975 | Oct. 21, 2022

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!!!"

Candied Fabrics | June 23, 2023

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 i…"

Gnome Sweet Gnome | Dec. 1, 2023

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."

Kim 788 | March 27, 2024