True Tales From Old Houses
True Tales From Old Houses
True Tales From Old Houses is a lighthearted, entertaining, and educational show for anyone who loves old homes and the stories they tell. Host Stacy Grinsfelder shares real-life restoration experiences, expert interviews, and insights from people keeping craftsmanship alive. Whether you’re a DIYer, preservationist, or simply captivated by history and design, this show celebrates the beauty, chaos, and charm of keeping old houses alive.
July 6, 2020

That'll Take Eight Weeks and Other Lies

That'll Take Eight Weeks and Other Lies

Today's guest is Alex Santantonio from the popular blog and Instagram account, Old Town Home. In 2003, Alex and Wendy bought a row house in Old Town Alexandria, and they've had a love affair with restoration and DIY ever since.

Welcome to Season Four of True Tales From Old Houses!

In this episode, Stacy and Devyn answer the listener question, "How much hands-on work do you do?"

Today's guest is Alex Santantonio from the popular blog and Instagram account, Old Town Home. In 2003, Alex and Wendy bought a row house in Old Town Alexandria, and they've had a love affair with restoration and DIY ever since. With seventeen years of old house experience under his belt, Alex is well-acquainted with success, catastrophe, and the myth of the eight-week project.

Thank you for listening to True Tales From Old Houses.

Until next time,