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True Tales From Old Houses

Stacy Grinsfelder
Historic Preservation
Home Renovation
Old Houses
Home Restoration
Community Engagement
Renovation
Taliesin West
Window Restoration
Restoration
Sutherland Welles
Frank Lloyd Wright
DIY Projects
Architecture
Interior Design
Ghost Stories
Japan
Linseed Paint
Historical Home Restoration
Historic Renovation
Energy Efficiency

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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In this week's episode, the season finale of True Tales From Old Houses, Stacy welcomes Robert Khederian, a realtor, writer, and commentator on pre-war architecture, design, and old-house culture.

Robert is known for his thoughtful observations abo... more

In this episode of True Tales From Old Houses, Stacy talks with Ariana Makau, principal conservator and founder of Nzilani Glass Conservation, about her decision to purchase a long-neglected industrial building in Oakland, California.

After hearing... more

In this episode, Stacy explores both sides of old house life: making the most of the house you have and taking a leap toward the house you want.

First, returning guest Rod Whale checks back in from the 200-year-old Bailey House Inn in Annapolis Roy... more

In this Memorial Day episode, Stacy wraps up Preservation Month with listener follow-ups, one final round of State of Restoration conversations from Pine Mountain, and a practical look into the complicated realities behind rehabbing historic commerci... more

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Recent Guests

Robert Khederian
Broker, journalist and commentator on pre-war architecture and old house culture
Compass (Broker)
Episode: 192: Robert Khederian & Old House Culture
Ariana Makau
Principal conservator of Zilani Glass Conservation and executive director of The Fillet Foundation
Zilani Glass Conservation; The Fillet Foundation
Episode: 191: Dreams, Dust, & Due Diligence
Bari Ackerman
Artist and designer; moved to New England to pursue an old house project
Bari Jay; Our Second Act Home (House)
Episode: 190: Nova Scotia Solutions & New England Dreams
Alfred Lohman
Owner of AP Lohman General Contracting
AP Lohman General Contracting
Episode: 189: What It Takes to Save a Building
Josh Harper
With Clean Slate Builds, Des Moines
Clean Slate Builds
Episode: 189: What It Takes to Save a Building
Erica Simbrough
Owner of Knox Plat Windows
Knox Plat Windows
Episode: 189: What It Takes to Save a Building
Matt Rives
Sole proprietor of Glass Eye Restoration
Glass Eye Restoration
Episode: 188: Live, Laugh, Lose Your Patience
Jim Turner
Owner of Turner Restoration
Turner Restoration
Episode: 188: Live, Laugh, Lose Your Patience
Justin Frost
Owner of Past Preservation LLC, cemetery and headstone care expert
Past Preservation LLC
Episode: 187: Beyond Old Houses: Cemetery Preservation

Hosts

Stacy Grinsfelder
Host of True Tales From Old Houses
Daniel Kanter
Co-host, discussed in closing

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 289 ratings
  • Love!

    I have been a True Tales listener for a few of years now, certainly since we bought our 1820’s NH home. I love the interviews, personal stories from Stacy and Daniel, and the ghost stories,’of course. I will miss Daniel as a X”cohost but love that Stacy will continue to share her personal house journeys and bring on knowledgeable, interesting guests. If you have an old home or even just appreciate them, this show won’t disappoint!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Julehaynes
    United States4 months ago
  • 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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tigertwenty4
    United States2 years ago
  • Really enjoy these two

    Good practical advice if you’ve got an old house. I look forward to new episodes 👍🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iheartMB2
    United States2 years ago
  • 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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    db review
    United States2 years ago
  • 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Old house fan
    United States2 years ago

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Guests are consistently engaging and add real-world perspectives to preservation topics.
The hosts are knowledgeable, organized, and entertaining, making complex topics accessible.
The show builds a strong sense of community among old-house enthusiasts and tradespeople.
Listener feedback highlights useful DIY guidance and authentic storytelling.
Listeners praise practical tips for old-house projects and the hosts' mentorship tone.

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187: Beyond Old Houses: Cemetery Preservation
Q: What drew you to cemetery and headstone care, and how did you get started?
Justin explains a personal journey from discovering family history to cleaning and preserving own ancestors' headstones, learning from classes, and eventually turning it into a side business aided by online communities and education.
185: Hot Rooms & Higher Standards
Q: How do I deal with a room that is too hot during the summer?
Start with simple, low-cost methods to reduce heat: shade the sun with curtains or blinds, block direct sun with reflectors or tarps if appropriate, and maximize airflow by opening windows to create cross-breezes when possible. If needed, progress to temporary or more permanent solutions like window films, heavier coverings, or exterior shading, and consider a well-miagnosed HVAC check with a few quotes before upgrading.
182: Deal-breakers & Old House Life
Q: What was your first fixer or project like, and what did you find?
Her first big project began with a dollar house in Danville that required extensive work; she learned through hands-on experience, brought in a restoration partner, and eventually moved into the house, launching a long series of related preservation efforts.
182: Deal-breakers & Old House Life
Q: How did Michelle first get into old house preservation?
Michelle describes turning a personal and family-driven interest into action after her sister's death, using photography of abandoned buildings as a catalyst, then launching a Facebook page that evolved into buying and restoring old houses.
176: Restoration in Real Time
Q: Did the public attention change how you made decisions or did it add pressure?
At first, it added pressure, but Jessica learned to navigate public opinions and set boundaries on what to share online.

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A lively, educational show for lovers of old houses, DIY enthusiasts, and preservation-minded listeners. Episodes blend hands-on restoration tips with behind-the-scenes stories from owners, tradespeople, and design professionals, plus Q&A from the audience. Common threads include practical techniques for historic windows, millwork, and structural upkeep, budgeting and navigating permits, and the realities of living with aging homes. A notable strength is the mix of highly actionable guidance (step-by-step repairs, cost considerations) with human-interest narratives about renovation journeys and community-building within the old-house world.

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1. Robert Khederian
2. Ariana Makau
3. Bari Ackerman
4. Alfred Lohman
5. Josh Harper
6. Erica Simbrough
7. Matt Rives
8. Jim Turner

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