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Original Air Date: June 2025 Episode Number: 463Episode SummaryThis week on Home In Progress, Dan tells the story of Earl Young -- a self-taught architect from Charlevoix, Michigan who never finished his degree, never drew a blueprint, and never really cared what the architecture establishment thought of him. What he left behind are some of the most unusual homes in the Midwest: curved stone walls, swooping roofs, fireplaces that feel like the center of the universe, and boulders he spent decades hauling out of Lake Michigan. Dan covers the full story -- where Young came from, how he worked, and what eventually happened to the neighborhood he built. Then he takes six design lessons from Young's approach and applies them to homes most of us actually live in.In This Episode[00:00] -- Opening: Rain, Roofs, and a Dead Sprinkler Pump[01:40] -- Charlevoix, Michigan[02:34] -- The Mushroom Houses[05:15] -- Earl Young: Origins[09:05] -- Breaking With the Rules[13:41] -- Vision and Inspirations[16:39] -- No Blueprints[19:31] -- The Boulder Problem[24:24] -- The Weathervane Restaurant and the 9-Ton Boulder[26:26] -- Fireplace as the Heart of the House[28:08] -- Legacy[29:22] -- How to Visit[32:29] -- Six Design Lessons from Earl YoungOpening: Rain, Roofs, and a Dead Sprinkler Pump [00:00]Dan opens with the classic split-brain problem of being a homeowner in summer. He's relieved that rain is coming -- the yard needs it. He is not relieved that rain is coming -- the roof has been suspicious lately. Then, one more thing: the sprinkler pump died. Standard summer. He moves on quickly.Charlevoix, Michigan [01:40]Before getting to the houses, Dan sets the scene. Charlevoix sits on a narrow isthmus between Lake Michigan and Lake Charlevoix. It's a resort town -- the kind of place people drive through and immediately start calculating whether they could afford to move there. It's also the kind of place that, if you grew up on its beaches and walked them long enough as a kid, could do something permanent to the way you see the natural world.The Mushroom Houses [02:34]Charlevoix has a neighborhood most people don't know about unless someone tips them off. The houses there don't look like anything else. Curved stone walls. Rooflines that swoop down low to the ground. Windows tucked into stone like they were always meant to be there. The whole feel of the place is fairy-tale -- which is why people have been calling them hobbit houses, gnome houses, and Flintstone houses for decades.They have an official nickname too: the Mushroom Houses. Named for the way the rooflines spread outward from the walls, sort of like a cap on a stem. Once you know that, you can't unsee it.They were all built by the same man. One man, working from dirt sketches and intuition, over most of his adult life.Earl Young: Origins [05:15]Earl Young was born in 1889 in Mancelona, Michigan. He moved to Charlevoix with his family around age 11. His parents divorced -- which wasn't common then -- and Young spent a lot of time on his own, walking the beaches around town. He wasn't doing anything in particular. He was just out there, picking up rocks, watching water, paying attention to the way the land looked.He fell in love with stones. Big ones specifically. The kind of boulders that Lake Michigan just deposits on the shore like it has nowhere else to put them. Most people walk around them. Young was already thinking about what he could do with them.Breaking With the Rules [09:05]Young went to the University of Michigan to study architecture. He lasted about a year. The curriculum was heavy on classical styles -- Victorian, Greek revival, Roman influence -- and Young had no patience for it. He didn't come to school to copy old European buildings. He went home to Charlevoix.For a while he sold insurance and real estate. He wasn't building yet. But he was watching. He kept picking up rocks.He eventually started building. No firm, no staff, no architecture license. Just an eye for stone, an instinct for how a building should sit on a piece of land, and a willingness to take as long as it took to do things the way he wanted them done.Vision and Inspirations [13:41]Dan identifies three things that shaped the way Young approached his work.The first was Frank Lloyd Wright's philosophy -- not Wright's specific style, but the underlying idea that a building should belong to its site. It shouldn't be dropped onto a lot. It should feel like it grew there. Young took that idea and ran with it in his own direction.The second was his rejection of academic architecture. Everything he'd been asked to learn and repeat in school was exactly what he didn't want to do. The rebellion wasn't just aesthetic -- it was personal.The third was the stones. Young's whole sensibility came from what Lake Michigan left on the shore. The materials weren't a choice he made at a building supply store. They were the starting point for everything else.No Blueprints [16:39]Young did not draw blueprints. When he had an idea for a house, he went outside and drew his plan in the dirt with a stick. He'd sketch the layout right there on the ground, work it out, make adjustments, and that was the plan.His wife Irene was an art teacher. At some point she started translating his dirt sketches and descriptions into actual drawings -- not formal blueprints, but enough that a builder could follow them. The designs came from him. She put them on paper. They worked like that for years.The Boulder Problem [19:31]Young didn't just use the rocks he could find lying around. He hunted for specific ones. When he found a boulder he wanted, he'd sometimes bury it in the woods to keep it safe until he needed it. Or he'd sink it in Lake Michigan and come back for it later.Dan compares this to hiding GI Joes as a kid -- the careful stashing of things you intend to retrieve. Except the things Young was hiding weighed several tons.When it was time to retrieve a boulder, he'd bring in teams of workhorses. No machinery, no cranes in the early years. Just horses, ropes, and however many men it took to move something that heavy across however much ground stood between the boulder and the house.The Weathervane Restaurant and the 9-Ton Boulder [24:24]The clearest example of how far Young would go for the right stone is the Weathervane Restaurant in Charlevoix. He built it. And for that building, he had been saving a single boulder -- nine tons -- for 26 years.When they finally set it in place, the floor sank. The supports weren't adequate for a 9-ton rock sitting on them indefinitely. They had to redo the foundation underneath it before they could move on.Young didn't reconsider the rock. He redid the floor.The Weathervane is still there. The boulder is still there too.Fireplace as the Heart of the House [26:26]Young treated the fireplace as the center of everything. Not a feature of the house -- the heart of it. In a lot of cases the fireplace was the first thing he designed, and the rest of the floor plan grew outward from there.The fireplaces in his houses are big and boulder-built, and they feel exactly as permanent as they look. They're not decorative. They're structural in the emotional sense of that word -- the thing the rest of the room organizes itself around.Legacy [28:08]Young built somewhere around 26 to 28 homes and three or four commercial buildings over his career. His last major project was the Castle House, which he worked on from 1970 to 1973. By then he was legally blind. He designed parts of it by touch -- running his hands over stone and timber to make decisions he couldn't make with his eyes anymore.He died in 1975. His last act, reportedly, was directing the placement of a boulder at the entrance to his neighborhood. Not a plaque, not a sign. A rock. In the right spot.How to Visit [29:22]The homes are private property. You can drive through the neighborhood and see them from the street -- people do that all the time and it's welcome. Just don't go up to the windows. They're people's houses.The Weathervane Restaurant is open to the public. You can eat there, walk around, and see the 9-ton boulder up close. Dan recommends it. Website: weathervanerestaurant.com.Earl Young's personal home is available to rent on Airbnb. If you want to actually sleep in one of the houses, that's how you do it.Six Design Lessons from Earl Young [32:29]Dan spends the back half of the episode pulling practical design lessons out of Young's approach. Not abstract principles -- specific things a regular homeowner can actually do.1. Snag What Speaks to You [32:29]Dan tells a story about a Cleopatra bust he found years ago. Bought it without knowing what he'd do with it. Then built a whole corner of a room around it -- brass candlesticks, an Art Nouveau painting of Cleopatra by a Michigan artist, pieces that fit the theme. The room came from the object, not the other way around.Young did the same thing with rocks. He found something he loved, and let that be the starting point. Most people wait until they have a plan before they start collecting anything. Young's lesson -- and Dan's -- is that sometimes the piece you can't explain wanting is the piece that tells you what to...
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Tonight, Andrew will talk on the topic of Hygge until you fall asleep. Start your 7-day free trial of Send Me to Sleep Premium today, and enjoy our two upcoming exclusive episodes: https://sendmetosleep.supercast.com/ Welcome to Send Me To Sleep, the place to find a good night's rest. My name is Andrew, and I help you fall asleep by reading relaxing books and stories. If you find this podcast effective, please consider following, so you can stay up-to-date with new weekly episodes and fall asleep consistently, each night. Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review: Apple Podcasts - Spotify Visit our website: www.slumberstudios.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sendmetosleepco/ Do not listen to this sleep story whilst driving or operating machinery. Please only listen to the Send Me To Sleep podcast in a safe place where you can relax and fall asleep. Our AppsRedeem exclusive, unlimited access to premium content for 1 month FREE in our mobile apps built by the Slumber Studios team:Deep Sleep Sounds App: deepsleepsounds.com/sendmetosleepSlumber App: slumber.fm/sendmetosleep Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Har Mar mall faces uncertain future, besides MN other states reveal massive fraud, some issues in MN home care providers face, Matt from Duluth Stove & Fireplace, Dave "The Professor" from Duluth, Nascar Nicole, Kimani Osayande Jones, what if Iran detonated an atomic bomb, and more...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Psst! Hey, you! Yeah, you with the backpack! Looking for the inside track on Woodland's biggest week? I got the goods right here—first day of exams, and B4 is kicking things off!. Don't be a chump; charge that Chromebook tonight or you're dead in the water!Looking for a quiet spot to lay low? The Media Center's got seats from 7:00 to 2:20, but it's one to a table and no wandering the halls—strictly silent study!And hey, pay your debts! Get those library books back; the seniors only have four left to go! Graduation's the main event on June 15th, but the rehearsals start the 12th—be there early!In the big leagues, we got mammoth DNA hiding in Arctic squirrels—stay away from those critters!. Penn Station's getting an $8 billion facelift, and Doctor Who? He's looking for a new home after the Christmas special got the axe!. On the field, baseball's done, but I got the scoop on softball on Saturday @UCOnn!Plus, Messi's gearin' up for his 200th game in a massive 48-team World Cup! Get 'em while they're hot—this is the penultimate show, folks!
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[18+] The goal of our longstanding collaborative format has always been to remind us that storytelling is a collaborative activity. One cannot tell stories and remain alone. Since Pride is something we celebrate as a community, then it was fitting that Pride, last year, received the first specially themed episode of this type. So it is our hope that you agree it is just as fitting that pride also receive the first ever Adults Only episode of Fireside Meeting.Today's story is a collaborative piece with contributions by Roscoe G. Beetle, David the KamenWriter, and Pascal Farful.Read by Dralen, the Dapper Dragonfox, Icefang, in the Cozy Corner of the Cafe, and Nenekiri Bookwyrm, the Bespectacled Dragon.thevoice.dog | Apple podcasts | Spotify | Google PodcastsIf you have a story you think would be a good fit, you can check out the requirements, fill out the submission template and get in touch with us.https://thevoice.dog/episode/18-fireside-meeting-at-the-isles-of-the-blest-by-friends-of-the-fireplace
Matt Boo from Duluth Stove & Fireplace, May 8th 1967 Con Thien, Mike Colallio update, Trump's take on Netanyahu, Brad's time on the board at the Veteran's Memorial Hall, the $1.8B anti-weaponization fund, and more...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Part 1 One of our listeners realized she’s been approaching dating apps the wrong way… and one piece of advice completed shifted her romantic life. Part 2 The kiss that happened at the end of our listener's date was either the cutest, most spontaneous thing ever, or the cringiest, most awkward interaction of all time. Decide for yourself after the Second Date Update!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Part 1 One of our listeners realized she’s been approaching dating apps the wrong way… and one piece of advice completed shifted her romantic life. Part 2 The kiss that happened at the end of our listener's date was either the cutest, most spontaneous thing ever, or the cringiest, most awkward interaction of all time. Decide for yourself after the Second Date Update!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 05/30/26: Rob Lindemann, CEO of Lindeman Chimney, Fireplace, Heating, and Cooling, joins the show to talk about launching their June SWEEP STEAKS Sweepstakes. For every Sox or Cubs series sweep in June, Lindemann and Happy to Meat You are giving away free A/C cleaning and checks, […]
This week on Home Sweet Home Chicago, David Hochberg is joined by Center Guard Plumbing's Mike Epping to talk all about gas leak repairs. Next, Jim Brown of The Sarah Leonard Team at Legacy Properties reassures listeners that the housing market is stabilizing. Then, Rob Lindemann, CEO of Lindeman Chimney, Fireplace, Heating, and Cooling, joins […]
The ticking clock in the Middle East, the rogue members of the Republican Party, Brad & Jeff from Superior talked about rabbits, Vladimir Putin has been in power 27 years, Trump wants to increase refugee status for Some Africans, Adani Enterprises to pay $275M, and Duluth Stove & Fireplace...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Walter Sterling takes the Midnight Misfits through one of his most embarrassing corporate stories from a disastrous NBC retreat at the Hotel Mutiny in Biscayne Bay, complete with mirrored ceilings, an empty pool, suspicious phone tables, and an unexpected naked dance performance during dinner. Walter also talks with Matias Bombal about Hollywood, Roger Ebert, The Sheep Detectives, Is God Is, and the strange business of selling bizarre movie ideas. Plus, Walter dives into claims about Zorro Ranch, human jerky, elite cannibalism, old-world fireplaces that may not have been built for wood burning, and another Confessions of a Retired Detective story from Vic Ferrari about undercover narcotics work in New York City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Walter Sterling dives into the strange mystery of old sealed-up fireplaces, questioning whether they were once part of a forgotten free-energy system tied to copper pipes, rooftop antennas, and ether power before oil and gas interests took over. Walter also takes calls from the Midnight Misfits on UFO files, alien bodies, men in black, Area 51, and why the government's recent acknowledgment of UFO records may be bigger than the files themselves. Plus, he sounds off on elite power, work-from-home crackdowns, conspiracy culture, missing scientists, anti-gravity research, and the technologies that may have been buried before they could change the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Could your fireplace affect the sale of your home?This week on the Kern County Real Estate Review, Laurie McCarty is joined by Cassandra Melching, Outreach Representative with the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District, to talk about Rule 4901 and what Bakersfield homeowners need to know about wood-burning fireplaces, wood-burning stoves, and compliance when selling a residential property.Laurie also breaks down a new report showing Bakersfield homes are 18% more affordable than the statewide average and what that means for local buyers, sellers, and homeowners watching the market.In this episode, we're talking about what makes a wood-burning device non-compliant, what options homeowners have, how the change-out incentive program may help with costs, and why it's better to know about these requirements before you're already in escrow.If you own a home in Bakersfield or Kern County, are thinking about selling, or just want to stay informed about local real estate issues that could affect your property, this is an episode you'll want to hear.Listen to the Kern County Real Estate Review with Laurie McCarty, your trusted source for Bakersfield real estate, Kern County housing news, and practical guidance for local homeowners.
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Unwind beside a warm, glowing fire with Healing Fireplace, an 8-hour immersive soundscape blending tranquil ambient music, the gentle crackle of a relaxing fireplace, and subtle 9 Hz alpha wave binaural beats. The steady rhythm of the fire creates a cozy, grounding atmosphere, while soft ambient melodies bring emotional warmth and calm. Beneath it all, 9 Hz alpha waves help guide your mind into a state of relaxed awareness, mental clarity, and stress relief, perfect for unwinding at night or finding calm focus during the day. -- ✨ Support the show with Premium (Ad-Free)
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Finding it hard to feel calm and cozy before bed? This sleep meditation on the Sleep Meditation for Women 3 HOURS podcast creates a warm, relaxing atmosphere with a cozy fireplace setting.
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Fall asleep tonight to the cozy crackling of a fireplace with rain noise for sleeping from inside a tranquil little cabin!Here are some great products to help you sleep! Relaxing White Noise receives a small commission (at no additional cost to you) on purchases made through affiliate links. Thanks for supporting the podcast!Baloo Living Weighted Blankets (Use code 'relaxingwhitenoise10' for 10% off)At Relaxing White Noise, our goal is to help you sleep well. This episode is eight hours long with no advertisements in the middle, so you can use it as a sleeping sound throughout the night. Listening to our white noise sounds via the podcast gives you the freedom to lock your phone at night, keeping your bedroom dark as you fall asleep. It also allows you to switch between apps while studying or working with no interruption in the ambient sound.Contact Us for Partnership InquiriesRelaxing White Noise is the number one destination on YouTube for white noise and nature sounds to help you sleep, study or soothe a baby. With more than a billion views across YouTube and other platforms, we are excited to now share our popular ambient tracks on the Relaxing White Noise podcast. People use white noise for sleeping, focus, sound masking or relaxation. We couldn't be happier to help folks live better lives. This podcast has the sound for you whether you use white noise for studying, to soothe a colicky baby, to fall asleep or for simply enjoying a peaceful moment. No need to buy a white noise machine when you can listen to these sounds for free. Cheers to living your best life!DISCLAIMER: Remember that loud sounds can potentially damage your hearing. When playing one of our ambiences, if you cannot have a conversation over the sound without raising your voice, the sound may be too loud for your ears. Please do not place speakers right next to a baby's ears. If you have difficulty hearing or hear ringing in your ears, please immediately discontinue listening to the white noise sounds and consult an audiologist or your physician. The sounds provided by Relaxing White Noise are for entertainment purposes only and are not a treatment for sleep disorders or tinnitus. If you have significant difficulty sleeping on a regular basis, experience fitful/restless sleep, or feel tired during the day, please consult your physician.Relaxing White Noise Privacy Policy© Relaxing White Noise LLC, 2026. All rights reserved. Any reproduction or republication of all or part of this text/visual/audio is prohibited.
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In this throwback episode of the Uploft Interior Design Podcast, I talk about my long-standing love of fireplaces and how they serve as a focal point in any home, then dive into answering a listener's question about how to fix a cluttered, overly brown fireplace mantel by emphasizing contrast in color, shape, and styling. I walk through what's not working—too many matching wood tones, symmetrical groupings, and unnecessary items—and explain how I'd redesign it to feel more intentional and visually interesting. After that, I shift into my thoughts on HGTV's Castle Impossible, a show I both enjoy and critique, where I follow a couple renovating a massive French chateau; I share my skepticism about their design choices, timelines, and practicality while also reflecting on my own experiences in France and with renovations. Overall, I balance practical design advice with candid, sometimes humorous commentary on the show and the realities of ambitious home projects. Timestamps: 00:00 – Betsy introduces her love of fireplaces and previews the episode 04:30 – Listener question about a cluttered fireplace mantel 10:00 – Main design critique: too much wood, lack of contrast 16:00 – Styling tips: symmetry vs. odd groupings + reducing clutter 21:30 – Transition into Castle Impossible and why she enjoys it Links: Uploft.com AffordableInteriorDesign.com Submit your design questions to be featured on the show Become a Premium Member and access the bonus episodes Click here to become an interior designer with Uploft's Interior Design Academy. Get Betsy's book: betsyhelmuth.com/book For more about our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com Follow Us: Instagram: @uploftinteriordesign Facebook: facebook.com/UploftIntDes TikTok: tiktok.com/@uploftinteriordesign LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/uploft-interior-design If you enjoy the show, please spread the word and leave a review on iTunes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
At KBIS 2026, Hearth & Home Technologies reveals how fireplaces are evolving from overlooked amenities into high-value, design-forward features that enhance both homes and builder offerings. We explore the emotional, aesthetic, and technological dimensions of modern fireplaces, from indoor-outdoor integration to bespoke U-shaped configurations. Designers, architects, and builders alike share insights on leveraging fireplaces for resale value, client engagement, and standout home experiences. Mike Swanson – Director, Segment Marketing | Hearth & Home Technologies Fireplaces are no longer just a cozy addition—they are strategic assets in home design, builder differentiation, and lifestyle storytelling. Consumer Demand & Builder Value Fireplaces rank high on buyer wish lists; 77% of homebuyers desire a fireplace. Adding a fireplace can increase home value by 10%, comparable to adding a garage. Fireplaces differentiate homes and engage buyers beyond square footage, integrating lifestyle and personality into living spaces. Design & Technology Integration Indoor and outdoor placement flexibility, including direct vent and electric fireplaces. Heat management technology enabling safe TV placement above fireplaces. Smart home integration, LED flame effects, and Wi-Fi connectivity. Design-forward considerations: feature walls, proportion, architectural integration, and bespoke finishes. Custom & Premium Solutions U-shaped, L-shaped, and multi-sided fireplaces offer signature focal points. Customization options include firebox décor, decorative panels, and the Enlight Collection's fireproof image panels. Aligning fireplace sizing with flat-panel TVs and overall home layout for maximum impact. Builder & Designer Partnerships Education and engagement through Pro Advantage series, continuing education (AIA, IDEC), and builder programs. National distribution network ensures on-time delivery and installation support. Strategies for integrating fireplaces into model homes, luxury projects, and production homes across price points. Collaboration between architects, designers, and builders to maximize aesthetic, functional, and financial value. Innovation & Future Outlook New electric and digital flame technologies (e.g., Illusion Edge, Illusion Heritage). Product refreshes every three years to maintain style-forward, timeless appeal. Continuing to expand placement possibilities and premium customization for design-forward homes. At KBIS 2026 in Orlando, Hearth & Home Technologies showcased how the modern fireplace is evolving from a standard home feature into a high-value, design-forward element that serves builders, designers, and homeowners alike. The conversation revealed that fireplaces are not just a source of warmth—they are strategic tools for engagement, differentiation, and lifestyle storytelling in residential design. Research consistently shows that fireplaces are among the most desired features in new homes, with 77% of buyers listing them as a priority. Beyond emotional appeal, fireplaces offer tangible value: they can add up to 10% to a home's resale value—equivalent to a garage—while remaining relatively accessible, starting at approximately $2,000. For builders, fireplaces help differentiate offerings in competitive markets, enhance staging appeal, and align with buyer desires for personalization and interaction. Modern fireplaces extend well beyond traditional living rooms. Hearth & Home Technologies' portfolio includes indoor, outdoor, and indoor-outdoor configurations, allowing architects and designers to integrate fireplaces into kitchens, bathrooms, ensuites, and shared spaces. Electric fireplaces offer unprecedented placement flexibility, while gas units with direct vent technology allow designers to position flames virtually anywhere without compromising air quality. Heat management innovations also enable TVs to be safely mounted above fireplaces, merging functionality with aesthetic appeal. Customization and premium finishes remain a hallmark of Hearth & Home's strategy. Their U-shaped and L-shaped designs, multi-sided fireplaces, and the Enlight Collection's fireproof image panels demonstrate the growing appetite for bespoke elements that reflect homeowners' individuality. Proportion, scale, and feature integration—such as firebox décor, stone slabs, or quartz surrounds—allow designers to create compelling focal points that harmonize with the broader home environment. Equally important is the company's commitment to builder and designer partnerships. Their Pro Advantage program, continuing education courses through AIA and IDEC, and extensive distribution network ensure that both builders and designers have the knowledge, tools, and on-site support to incorporate fireplaces seamlessly. Builders benefit from reliable supply chains and flexible pricing options, while designers gain access to innovative solutions that align with client expectations. Technology continues to play a central role in Hearth & Home's product evolution. Wi-Fi-enabled fireplaces, LED rotisserie flames, and digital flame technologies like the Illusion Edge allow homeowners to control ambiance remotely and safely. Wood-burning fireplaces adhere to EPA standards, ensuring environmentally conscious solutions for diverse markets. The company also emphasizes timeless design, prioritizing chic, intentional, and adaptable products over fleeting trends. As KBIS 2026 demonstrates, fireplaces are more than decorative features—they are emotional anchors, value drivers, and design catalysts. By combining technology, customization, and education, Hearth & Home Technologies positions the fireplace as an essential component of modern residential architecture, offering builders, designers, and homeowners a tool to elevate both experience and value. Learn More: Hearth & Home Technologies: https://www.hearthnhome.com Stellar by Heat & Glow: https://www.stellarheatandglow.com AIA Continuing Education: https://www.aia.org/education AJ Madison
Step inside the pub and fire up your Amiga! In this episode of Amigos: Everything Amiga, we review Indoor Sports, the quirky 1987 sports compilation featuring darts, bowling, and more!
Step inside the pub and fire up your Amiga! In this episode of Amigos: Everything Amiga, we review Indoor Sports, the quirky 1987 sports compilation featuring darts, bowling, and more!
In this episode of the Peskies Pest Control Podcast, Michael Wienecke and Travis McGowin begin a multi-part investigation into a severe Asian Lady Beetle infestation at a listener's home in North Georgia.Through a detailed photo analysis, the team identifies critical vulnerabilities in the home's design, including its wood siding, metal roofing, and sunny exposure, which create a perfect environment for beetles to “overwinter”. The discussion highlights how specific entry points—like gaps in vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings and unsealed double doors—allow thousands of beetles to bypass local “un-treatable” labels. This first installment focuses on why these pests are attracted to specific structures and the importance of an “ounce of prevention” before the autumn migration begins. Watch this video on YouTube! Podcast Transcript:Michael Wienecke: Hey, so here on the Peskies Pest Control Podcast, we are talking today—we had a listener from one of our YouTube videos about Asian Lady Beetles. She reached out to us. Travis, read exactly what she said. She's been having this problem for quite some time.Travis McGowin: Right, and to give people just a little backstory on that, basically, we have an area on our website that allows people to submit contact cards and ask us to basically reach out to them. And so, Laura had actually sent in a contact card through our website and this is what it said:“Hello, I know we're outside of your service area as we're in Georgia and you're in Alabama, but I watched your YouTube videos on Asian Lady Beetle infestations and it was the first thing that gave us real hope. We have a home here and can't find anyone locally willing to tackle the problem. Everyone just says that there's nothing that can be done. After seeing your approach, it seems like someone should be able to help. If you have any guidance, referrals in North Georgia, or even offer remote consulting, we'd truly appreciate it. Thanks so much for any direction you can provide. We're desperate. Thank you, Laura.”Michael Wienecke: First off, we are flattered that somebody would reach out that far and ask about some of these problems with Asian Lady Beetles. So, she sent us a ton of pictures, so we were just going to kind of go over each picture that we see and go from there.Travis McGowin: Right, so she's got the pictures that she emailed us. We've got them uploaded and we're just going to talk through kind of one by one. Maybe anybody watching—obviously, if you're listening, you won't be able to see the pictures—but you'll hear a description. If it sounds like something, maybe a condition or maybe similar to the way that your home is built, maybe it can kind of give you some insight and some guidance as to some ways that you might could help lessen the problem, prevent the problem. They do seem like they've been a lot worse this year than in the last couple years. We're still having people with issues around here, and we're almost to the end of February.Michael Wienecke: Well, it's all about the seasons, too. I mean, we've had extremely hot weather.Exterior Analysis: The “Sunny Side” AttractionTravis McGowin: Right. So, I'm going to go ahead and pull us off the screen here and we're going to look at the first picture—the outside of the house first. Obviously, a two-story house, porch, looks like there's kind of a non-enclosed carport type area there. Looks like it may even—almost looks like a fireplace right there in the middle.Michael Wienecke: Yes, right there. The little white recessed—Travis McGowin: Right, and I see obviously the chimney has two stacks on it, so it may have an indoor and an outdoor fireplace, I'm not really sure. But, you know, based upon what we're seeing, the house has wood siding. Go back to that other picture. So, let's just talk about—she's having issues with Asian Lady Beetles. With this first picture that I already looked at, I can already—I'll bet it's the front right-hand side of that house right there where the sun's shining on it.Travis McGowin: Well, yeah, that's usually point number one. The vast majority of the people that have a problem with Asian Lady Beetles end up having a problem specifically on the side of the house that receives the most sunlight. The reason for that is because these beetles are looking for a place to overwinter to stay warm throughout the colder weather, and obviously they're going to be drawn more towards a place that has sunlight because it's warmer.Michael Wienecke: Yep, the metal roof too. I mean, it's going to be hot. And also, how sealable is a metal roof?Travis McGowin: Especially with the textures and the different—I guess it's corrugated surface of it—you're going to have gaps. It's not like it's a flat piece of sheet metal. So, if there happen to be any gaps underneath that metal—a lot of times they'll go over an existing roof with metal—there's going to be gaps around the eaves. And especially with a home like this that looks like more of your log cabin style house or wood siding house, those can be a lot more prone to gaps, cracks, and crevices. Especially with wood having moisture, shrinking, contracting in and expanding because of moisture content—sometimes that can even put you at a higher risk.Identifying Entry PointsTravis McGowin: So, we're going to take a look now at another one. Here's another one—this is an interesting one. What's your first reaction here, Michael?Michael Wienecke: So, I would say that we've got a pinch point right there on the left-hand corner. And it looks like it's getting a little bit of water. And then the type of siding—what do they call that, the wooden shank siding—is not going to seal really well up against that trim piece. Being the sunny side of the house, I think that's probably going to be the sunny side of the house.Travis McGowin: I think if you look at the second-floor deck on the right side—I think you're up on that deck looking at the awning on the back side of that house.Michael Wienecke: That's what I was thinking. Rainwater alone just thinking it's kind of pouring off that deck and just running right off the side of that siding.Travis McGowin: So, here's what I see, though. If you look at the way the roofline slopes down, and then you look at the awning coming off, you've got exposed wood right there that runs towards the main part of the house through the roofline. My guess would be that it's probably not sealed up all that great—at least not from the standpoint of gaps and cracks that are large enough for an Asian Lady Beetle to get through.Michael Wienecke: Seeing that picture, I would say that's a really good harborage. And of course, if they've got a water issue going into that area and it's hot, it's going to kind of heat that up and just kind of make it a really great environment for all pests.Travis McGowin: Well, and then I've got this angle too—so you can kind of see that second-floor side again. Also keep in mind that those two sets of the double doors there—if there are gaps or cracks in the seals in the center or around the doors—if this is the sunny side of the house, that might be a reason why they could be worse in that second-floor room. And then, of course, the bigger the window, the more heat and light it's going to let in, and if you have Asian Lady Beetles inside your home, they're going to be drawn towards those specific areas.Michael Wienecke: Well, and look at the color of the house. The whole color's brown except for that one area is a really light color.Interior Analysis: Vaulted Ceilings and Tongue-and-GrooveTravis McGowin: Right. So, those are the only pictures that I have of the outside of the house, but now we're going to transition over into the inside. In my house, I do get an occasional Asian Lady Beetle—I might at most in a room see two or three at a time. I have sheetrock. But if you had ceilings like this, you might be a little more prone to seeing Asian Lady Beetles. Sheetrock goes from floor to ceiling, across the ceiling, all the edges are really well sealed, taped, mudded, painted. But if you have tongue-and-groove or some type of wooden ceiling, obviously there's gaps, cracks, and crevices.Michael Wienecke: Well, and just judging by what I'm seeing here, it's probably a pretty tight attic space.Travis McGowin: Right, it could be. That vaulted portion—I'm not exactly sure which room that's in—but that vaulted ceiling may not really have an attic space at all. And also, right there where the ceiling meets the brick—a lot of times you've got a little piece of trim or quarter-round right there, but you can still have gaps because nothing's going to really sit flush up against brick much of the time.Michael Wienecke: No, you're right about that. As well as the windows—they look like they're wooden windows. I have wooden windows at my house and out of all of the windows, I would say those are the least sealed.Travis McGowin: Right. And this is just another view of that same room.Michael Wienecke: So that's that room with the light wooding on the other side. I'll bet that that's the area that she's having the most issue.Travis McGowin: Yep. And then if we look, you see vaulted ceiling, definitely the same texture on the ceiling throughout—almost looks like tongue-and-groove or something of that nature. It's very pleasing to the eye, however there's obviously gaps and things that you could see through that. Moving on to what looks like possibly a closet—so it looks like there's almost maybe shiplap or something like that on the wall there. There again, a good bit of gaps, cracks, and crevices for them to come through and hide on.Michael Wienecke: And I can't remember how old she said the house was.Travis McGowin: Right, and it could be older; however, there looks like there's a lot of updated—I mean, recessed lights and things of that nature. Here's yet another room. There again, we've got the wood, not sheetrock, but we've got the wood on the walls. Gaps, cracks, crevices. Moisture causes wood to contract and swell depending upon the moisture content. I see it in my own house sometimes when the humidity increases here in Alabama. I have one door in our bedroom that leads to the master bathroom, and the door doesn't want to close very good because of the moisture content causing the wood in the door to swell a little bit.Michael Wienecke: Right. Well, and like we were just talking about, the wooden windows do the same thing and they're just not going to seal up properly. That room's going to heat up really well and it's going to be hard to control hot and cold compared to a large attic space.The Role of Fireplaces and Double DoorsTravis McGowin: Right. And so, moving on to the next one—this looks like it's probably in the kitchen or something like that. Same throughout—same wood on the walls. That window actually looks like it's just one whole rectangular window. What a view, though!Michael Wienecke: Absolutely beautiful.Travis McGowin: Double doors—big thing about double doors being, and I kind of mentioned this earlier, is that if you have your door seals that go down the center, if the door does not sit flush with the frame, you can have a lot of different entry points or possible access points through that.Michael Wienecke: Yeah, it can be something as simple—I went to a customer's house the other day. We had gotten rid of about 85% of his issue and went back, and his seals on his windows had just—they had cut them just a little bit too short, and just something that small those little guys can slide right on in.Travis McGowin: Right, it doesn't take a very big gap. And then this is just the same kind of a different view of what looks like the master bedroom, maybe. But there again, you got a fireplace. It looks like it runs all the way up above that TV, so it might be a true fireplace as opposed to an insert. I would assume it probably is a true fireplace if it's got a chimney like it does on the outside of the house, and they can come down those as well. You and I, Michael, have both seen an older house that we treated—the one actually in the YouTube video that Laura references—had just hundreds and hundreds of Asian Lady Beetles laying at the base of the fireplace.Can an Infestation Be Treated?Michael Wienecke: Her home was, I would say, older than this home. But just looking at the home, tell me how you feel, but do you think that this home is treatable?Travis McGowin: Absolutely. So, that's why I feel like in a sense where you get people who run a pest control company or operate a pest control company or even just work for one, and they get these questions where it's like, “Okay, can we treat this? Can we do anything with this?” I don't feel like in the pest control world that there should be many times when the answer is “no.” Because even if we couldn't go as far in treatment with Laura's house as we did with the other house that we did the YouTube video on, there's still plenty that can be done. You can always treat gaps, cracks, and crevices around the inside and outside of the house. Most every house is going to have some type of attic space. Attic spaces can be treated. Gaps, cracks, and crevices can be treated with liquids, they can be treated with dusts, aerosols. So, I really feel like you might have to set realistic expectations with the customer and say, “Hey, we can only do so much. I can't promise your problem's going to completely disappear. However, it should be better.” Or what I tell people sometimes is, “Hey, we're going to apply this treatment. I'm not certain we can stop them from coming in—a lot of times when you're seeing them, it's already too late, they've already migrated in—however, I can try to help you only clean up dead ones instead of seeing live ones everywhere.”Michael Wienecke: Well, I mean, you're trying for a 95% reduction is what we like to say because it's a flying insect, right? It can fly from house to house and they are extremely persistent.Travis McGowin: Yeah, they are. Them and the other one that goes hand-in-hand with them is stink bugs. Stink bugs will typically be occupying a house just like Asian Lady Beetles would, and there again, they're looking for a place to overwinter, they're looking for a place to stay warm during the colder temperatures.Treatment StrategiesTravis McGowin: So, you know, let's talk a little bit about specifically treating this house. If you're going to treat the house for Laura and try to help her out here, how do you think you'd start on the outside of this house, Michael?Michael Wienecke: So, first thing is we're going to get the consultation—I mean, that's going to be our most important. Speak to her about where she's seeing them the most. Like I said, we'd talked about that right-hand side of the house. We'd go inside, I'd assess if I could get in the crawlspace—it'd be great to get some dust in there. When I say treat the attic, not the whole entire attic—just around the eaves to those entry points where those pests can get in. Then on the inside, we're going to treat around the windows, cracks and crevices, getting kind of a good barrier around there. Getting an aerosol in between those cracks and crevices that's going to leave us a really good residual as well as killing those little guys on contact.Travis McGowin: Right, and they're going to typically—once they make entry into the house—they're going to typically want to go towards a window because it's obviously warmer if sunlight's coming through, there's light outside, so a lot of times they think they're going towards daylight when in fact they're just stuck behind a glass window.Michael Wienecke: Oh, 100%. Well, and then I mean, it's always good to treat obviously the highest areas where they're coming in. Those beautiful doors right there are very large entry points. Garage doors are always really good spots. Just looking at that window right there, it also looks like it's on the sunny side and it's pretty low grade, so that'd be a really good entry point for them. So again, treating around the base of the home as well.Travis McGowin: Yeah, and just going back to this—now that we've kind of looked through the photos—it's kind of obvious that there's probably not much of an attic space above that second floor that comes to that balcony right there. As you can see, if we swap over to this picture, I believe that's what we're looking at right there. At a minimum, you could at least apply some treatment to this attic space, and around the exterior, if there are gaps, cracks, crevices around the doors and windows, you certainly could treat around those. Even right there where the air conditioning unit is—you're talking about where the lines go into the house—there's a gap usually around there that's sometimes not very well sealed up. So, I think it's very dismissive for a company to say, “Hey, there's nothing we can do, you're just going to have to live with them.” I really do feel like there is some relief that could be sought here and gained here at this customer's property.Michael Wienecke: Well, and then I mean just on the exterior treatment—treating around the windows, treating around the eaves, treating around the walls, treating around the sunny side of the house. You have to follow the label—it's a spot treatment, it's a perimeter treatment. But the label doesn't say that a spot can be to the top of the house or to the bottom of the house; it's still a spot.Prevention and DangersTravis McGowin: Right, right. It reminds me a lot of one of the houses that I have down here in my neck of the woods in the Montgomery area. The customer—the wife—is actually allergic to them, and what some people may not know, the Asian Lady Beetles actually can bite. Yes, they can. I have been bitten on the back of the neck by one actually here in my office. So, I have been on the receiving end of that. But she is actually allergic and has a bit of a reaction to those. So, they live in a two-story house that has wood on it—it's a log cabin style house. And that's the problem that they've run into: the contraction and the swelling of the wood opens up gaps. It doesn't matter how much sealant you put in those gaps, eventually you're going to have to reapply it because of the nature of the wood on the outside. So, come September, October every single year, we really do a good job of treating around the outside. And we haven't been able to prevent them 100%—however, we've made life a lot more livable in their house because of the treatment that we have been able to do.Michael Wienecke: Well, and you have to look at the outside environment, the condition of the home—if it's a wooden structure, if it's a brick structure. We're seeing a lot of issues with this board-and-batten style structure—it just leaves a lot of open cracks and crevices in these newer homes that are being built.Travis McGowin: Right, and unfortunately, the homes are built so fast these days a lot of times. You hope that you've got a great builder and a great set of contractors, no corners are being cut, everything's being sealed in like it's supposed to. And even the best builder may sometimes miss something. You go into these attics that have been spray foamed, and what do you find? You still find bugs. Because even spray foam is not 100% the be-all and end-all of sealing things up. No matter how diligent you try to be to seal something out, unfortunately, if it wants to find a way in, a lot of times it will find a way in, even with spray foam trying to inhibit that.Michael Wienecke: Oh, you're not going to seal Asian Lady Beetles out. It's not going to happen. You have to do a combination of, I would say, decluttering your gutters, making sure there's not a hole in your roof. I think I had them so bad, I discovered I had a water leak in my roof. So just things of that nature. If you're having these issues and you may or may not know it, it's going to be hard to get rid of that issue even with treatment.Travis McGowin: Yeah, and not only do they invade, but they can actually leave some nasty evidence behind that they've been there. I've got a customer—fairly new house, only a couple years old—the house is white, solid white on the outside from the eaves all the way to the ground. They had a wave of these Asian Lady Beetles come in and settle primarily at the highest points of the house around the eaves, and when they were gone, they left this just nasty blackish-brownish film on the eaves of this house that the customer's going to have to have cleaned at some point. So they can make a mess, and then not only that, they can actually cause you to have Asian Lady Beetles year after year after year because, like a lot of insects, they can leave a pheromone that says, “Hey, this is a great spot, this is our new Airbnb—come on in in the fall.”Michael Wienecke: And they can cause house fires. I did see where the curly-cue light—they get in between the light from the heat and they can actually cause it to ignite.Travis McGowin: And we just thought they were just annoying! They can actually be dangerous. That's great.Michael Wienecke: Yes, yes.Final Thoughts: “An Ounce of Prevention”Travis McGowin: But like I said, to kind of summarize it all up, I can understand Laura being frustrated because no matter how many times you clean, you can vacuum all you want to, the next day it's like you never vacuumed, it's like you never cleaned. They're back. Eventually they can't escape, so they just die there in your house, and it is frustrating. I do feel like someone out there could give them some relief. If we were in Georgia, obviously we would be more than happy to go and treat this property for her and get her on the right path to having some relief, too. But I do think in this case, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” It's my catchphrase, but it's so true, especially in our pest control world. Because a house like this, or even the one in my area that has Asian Lady Beetles every year, if you know it's coming, applying a great exterior treatment when this wave of Asian Lady Beetles comes through could potentially save you a lot of headache throughout the fall and winter.Michael Wienecke: Definitely. Well, with what we're looking at, I didn't see any of that—the landscape looked good, there wasn't any overgrowth or anything like that. She is on top of a mountain.Travis McGowin: Well, but you know, just from a pesticide application type standpoint, I mean, I think you could come in there probably September-ish, give or take, as long as you weren't already seeing them, and do a good treatment—especially problem areas: gaps, cracks, crevices around doors, windows, the foundation, the eaves, that sort of thing. And probably put a good barrier out there so that when they do inevitably find their way back to the warm side of the house and land on it and crawl, it would probably take care of a good portion of them right out the gate before they ever got in.Michael Wienecke: Well, I'm just glad she reached out to us from Georgia to Birmingham, Alabama. I just thought that was really, really awesome and that's what we set out to do anyway was to help people. So, it seems like that's what we're doing, so we're excited about that.Travis McGowin: Absolutely. 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As a designer, it's so hard to pick a favorite project, but one I'm talking about today has certainly got to be at the top of my list. I recently covered this house on the YouTube channel, because it's a perfect case study of getting the 90s out of a perfectly nice mid-century home.In Today's Episode You'll Hear:Why a master plan was the right choice for Michelle. How a house can be both in great shape…and in need of an update. Where we were able to integrate Michelle's original vision with complementary design ideas. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2309Like and subscribe at Apple | Spotify | YouTube. Want us to create your mid-century master plan? Apply here! Or get my course, Ready to Remodel.
This week on the podcast, we're joined by wedding photographer Sarah Bradshaw. We talk about building a value-led brand, resisting the pull of constant attention, and creating a business that supports a full life instead of slowly draining it. Sarah unpacks her “fireplaces vs. fireworks” metaphor, shares how faith and intentionality guide her decisions, and explains why defining “enough” may be the most strategic move a creative entrepreneur can make. We also explore burnout, ambition, motherhood, relationships, and the long-term vision that helps you stay grounded when comparison and anxiety creep in.What We Cover:Why meaning and daily reward — not workload alone — prevent burnout“Fireplaces vs. fireworks” and marketing depth in a fast-content worldFaith, identity, and mindset in building resilienceSimple ways to create a generous, people-first brandThe trap of comparison — and the reminder: don't want what you don't wantConnect with Us:Join Purpose & Profit - A Roadmap to 10k WeddingsInstagram: @bradandjeneducation @bradandjenFix Your Pricing Guide:Pricing Guide Template - Built to ConvertFree Download: 5 Mistakes Costing You BookingsConnect with SarahSarah's Website: https://sarahbradshaw.com/Sarah's Substack: https://bysarahbradshaw.substack.com/Books Referenced:Living Forward by Michael HyattThe Go-Giver by Bob Burg & John David MannThe Common Rule: Habits of Purpose for an Age of Distraction by Justin Whitmel EarlyEffortless by Greg McEeownChapters:(00:00) Introduction and Sarah's story(04:30) Photography as storytelling and legacy(10:00) Values-led marketing(18:00) Fireplaces vs. fireworks(24:00) Defining “enough”(30:00) Faith, identity, comparison(37:00) Ambition vs. presence(44:00) Long-term vision and intentionality(50:00) Relationships vs. profitability(56:00) Generosity and networking(60:00) Final reflections on burnout and holistic successKeywords:creativity, burnout, intentionality, mindset, faith and business, wedding photography, entrepreneurship, work-life balance, holistic success, marketing philosophy, personal values, ambition and motherhood, defining enough, relationship-based business
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This week, in Spring Grove, Illinois, when a young woman is found, brutally murdered & with her skull crushed, detectives suspect her ex boyfriend, who happens to be an former small town police officer. He inists that he "only wants to help people". But his violent past, including being seen biting the victim's face, in public, makes him the obvious suspect. This all leads to wild & strange court poroceedings, and a huge fight over the murder weapon! Along the way, we find out that you should never write your own bio, that there is no such thing as a "little bite on the face", and that just because you used to be a cop, doesn't mean you know how to get away with murder!! New episodes, every Wednesday & Friday nights!! Go to shutupandgivememurder.com for all things Small Town Murder, Crime In Sports & Your Stupid Opinions! Follow us on... instagram.com/smalltownmurder facebook.com/smalltownpod Also, check out James & Jimmie's other shows, Crime In Sports & Your Stupid Opinions on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts!!
Ted speaks with Keith Richardson, President of Arizona Fireplaces. He shares insights into the growth and challenges of Arizona Fireplaces, a family business founded by his father. He discusses the importance of work ethic, family values, and leadership in navigating the complexities of running a large organization. Keith emphasizes the significance of maintaining company culture during expansion, the journey of life versus the finish line, and the role of competition as a motivator. He reflects on the lessons learned from failure and the importance of mentorship within his family. As he looks to the future, Keith expresses his commitment to growth and the American Dream, highlighting the fulfillment that comes from hard work and dedication.TOPICS DISCUSSED01:10 Introduction to Keith Richardson and Arizona Fireplaces03:00 Expansion and Growth Challenges06:00 The Importance of Work Ethic and Family Values10:00 The Role of Integrity and Communication12:00 Finding Happiness in the Journey16:00The Reality of Hard Work and Passion18:20 Learning from Failure and Resilience20:00 Building a Trustworthy Leadership Team23:30 Reinforcing Company Culture28:00 Expanding into New Markets29:30 Navigating Market Differences32:30 Learning from Competition40:00 The Role of Fear and Competition43:30 The American Dream and Future Goals CONNECT WITH GUESTKeith RichardsonWebsiteLinkedInInstagramKEY QUOTES FROM EPISODE"Pressure is the privilege of success.""Happiness is so much more than just the money side.""I think the family is everything to all of us."
00:44 – Winter Storm Talk & Cold Open Banter Chris and Mario open with incoming winter weather, Southern snow panic, grocery store calm, and general fatigue before settling into the show. 03:26 – Fireplaces, Power Outages & Preparedness Discussion of gas fireplaces, propane heaters, and storm prep, mixed with humor and past experiences. 07:56 – Audiobooks, Memoirs & Entertainment Tangents Extended detour into celebrity memoirs, favorite audiobooks, Norm Macdonald, Colin Jost, Harry Potter, and sci-fi adaptations. 12:18 – Marvel, Movies & Casting Talk Non-spoiler discussion on Marvel fatigue, multiverse issues, Black Panther casting rumors, and upcoming Disney+ releases. 17:30 – NFL Coaching Carousel Overview Breakdown of recent head coach and coordinator hires, trends toward defensive coaches, and concerns about offensive continuity. 20:33 – Falcons, Lions & Coaching Fit Debates Discussion of Kevin Stefanski in Atlanta, Lions' coordinator decisions, Dan Campbell's influence, and organizational direction. 25:52 – Chargers, Dolphins & Buccaneers Moves Reaction to Mike McDaniel joining the Chargers, Dolphins hiring Jeff Hafley, and Tampa Bay's offensive coordinator change. 29:26 – Eagles OC Search & Fan Reputation Insight into how fan behavior impacts coaching interest, Eagles coordinator rumors, and the realities of NFL hiring optics. 33:17 – Playoff Weekend Setup Transition into the remaining playoff games with context around injuries, quarterback situations, and oddsmakers' lines. NFL Games Discussed 33:52 – Patriots at Broncos AFC playoff matchup shaped by quarterback availability, defensive pressure, and offensive uncertainty. 42:54 – Rams at Seahawks NFC showdown focused on quarterback trust, offensive balance, and home-field impact. 52:36 – College Football & NIL Reflection Closing thoughts on NIL changing fandom, loss of roster continuity, and a brief, spoiler-free reaction to the national title game.
Today's first caller has questions about the best type of flooring to place over a concrete slab to prevent mold. The next caller is installing an electric fireplace and wants Dean’s expert design opinion about mounting height and pop-out, plus recommendations on the best type of TV to mount over the fireplace.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to Paranormal Spectrum, where we illuminate the enigmatic corners of the supernatural world. I'm your host, Barnaby Jones, and today we have a very special guest joining us:“The Narrator” is a Podcast host, Short story author, YouTuber, and paranormal Enthusiast & experiencer.Around the Fireplace Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@narratorfireplace/featuredClick that play button, and let's unravel the mysteries of the UNTOLD! Remember to like, share, and subscribe to our channel to stay updated on all the latest discoveries and adventures. See you there!Join Barnaby Jones on the Paranormal Spectrum every Thursday on the Untold Radio Network Live at 12pm Central – 10am Pacific and 1pm Eastern. Come and Join the live discussion next week. Please subscribe.We have twelve different Professional Podcasts on all the things you like. New favorite shows drop each day only on the UNTOLD RADIO NETWORK.To find out more about Barnaby Jones and his team, (Cryptids, Anomalies, and the Paranormal Society) visit their website www.WisconsinCAPS.comMake sure you share and Subscribe to the CAPS YouTube Channel as wellhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs7ifB9Ur7x2C3VqTzVmjNQ
Today’s first caller is having fireplace issues. When she attempted to light it on this cold, rainy morning, an ash smell covered the entire house — what's up with that? The next caller's bathtub faucet snapped clean off! He looked inside the spout and saw that it was completely corroded internally. Can he replace it himself? Back on the phones, a listener’s home was built in 1955, and she recently had the old roof replaced with asphalt slats. Previously it had wooden shingles, and she’s wondering if the roofers should have put plywood over the slats? The last caller is about to undertake a bathroom remodel and had questions regarding the recirculation pump and general design. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The holiday season is such a cozy time of year! Many people come together with family and friends to celebrate for a variety of different reasons. These times always feel warm and comfy! If you have a large group of loved ones coming to your house this season, nothing can complete your festive decorating like a soothing yule log playing on your television. This yule log ambience features rain sounds for relaxation, since rain noise has been a consistent source of stress relief for millions of people every day! Mixing these two perfect sounds can immerse your guests in a cheery vibe while also introducing elements of relaxation! A bonus of this ambience is that you can also use the fireplace and rain sounds for sleeping! After your festivities are done, you can leave this yule log fireplace playing all night to keep the peace and tranquility flowing as you rest for the next day of activities! Happy holidays! Here are some great products to help you sleep! Relaxing White Noise receives a small commission (at no additional cost to you) on purchases made through affiliate links. Thanks for supporting the podcast!Baloo Living Weighted Blankets (Use code 'relaxingwhitenoise10' for 10% off)At Relaxing White Noise, our goal is to help you sleep well. This episode is eight hours long with no advertisements in the middle, so you can use it as a sleeping sound throughout the night. Listening to our white noise sounds via the podcast gives you the freedom to lock your phone at night, keeping your bedroom dark as you fall asleep. It also allows you to switch between apps while studying or working with no interruption in the ambient sound.Check out the 10-Hour version on YouTubeContact Us for Partnership InquiriesRelaxing White Noise is the number one destination on YouTube for white noise and nature sounds to help you sleep, study or soothe a baby. With more than a billion views across YouTube and other platforms, we are excited to now share our popular ambient tracks on the Relaxing White Noise podcast. People use white noise for sleeping, focus, sound masking or relaxation. We couldn't be happier to help folks live better lives. This podcast has the sound for you whether you use white noise for studying, to soothe a colicky baby, to fall asleep or for simply enjoying a peaceful moment. No need to buy a white noise machine when you can listen to these sounds for free. Cheers to living your best life!DISCLAIMER: Remember that loud sounds can potentially damage your hearing. When playing one of our ambiences, if you cannot have a conversation over the sound without raising your voice, the sound may be too loud for your ears. Please do not place speakers right next to a baby's ears. If you have difficulty hearing or hear ringing in your ears, please immediately discontinue listening to the white noise sounds and consult an audiologist or your physician. The sounds provided by Relaxing White Noise are for entertainment purposes only and are not a treatment for sleep disorders or tinnitus. If you have significant difficulty sleeping on a regular basis, experience fitful/restless sleep, or feel tired during the day, please consult your physician.Relaxing White Noise Privacy Policy© Relaxing White Noise LLC, 2025. All rights reserved. Any reproduction or republication of all or part of this text/visual/audio is prohibited.
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