Best Rust DIY Podcasts (2025)

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Amazing DIY Hacks to Remove Stains, Rust and Scratches + How Paint Colors Boosts Mood + Billy Gardell’s Dream House 39:42

1d ago39:42

39:42

Learn how the right paint colors can boost your mood, why muted patterns calm anxiety, how to test pipes for lead with a magnet, the fix for mysterious cracking tile noises, and whether solar panels work on moonlight. Plus: Mike and Molly’s Billy Gardell shares the story of buying his first home, experts tackle driveway erosion, and you’ll get pro …

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Alton Brown’s DIY Smoker + Paint Hole Filling with Bondo + Replacing Cracked Marble 50:54

8d ago50:54

50:54

We meet the founders of Move Over Bob, a fast-growing initiative to inspire more young women to enter the trades, Bangles founder Susanna Hoffs takes us inside the living room she transformed into a recording studio, and Alton Brown shows us how to hack everyday hardware into outdoor cooking gear. Plus, our experts tackle listener calls ranging fro…

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Home Security That Actually Works + The Benefits of Ventless Dryers + Smart Mirror Installation 51:05

15d ago51:05

51:05

The future of home security — from smart locks and cameras to Wi-Fi safety and DIY alarm systems. Plus, Grammy-winning banjo player Alison Brown takes us inside Nashville’s legendary Hillbilly Central, we tour a historic 1811 log home and a lakeside A-frame in Indiana with Cheap Old Houses, and our pros answer your DIY questions on fascia repair, s…

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Stop Your EV Charger From Blowing Fuses + Fix Crank-Out Windows Like a Pro + The Ultimate AC Buyer’s Guide 51:19

22d ago51:19

51:19

Discover how tool lending libraries are transforming DIY, get expert advice on fixing crank-out windows, troubleshoot EV charging electrical mysteries, and explore actress and filmmaker Embeth Davidtz's soulful Hawaiian home restoration—plus insider tips for buying your next air conditioner. From hands-on repairs to design inspiration, this episode…

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Mind-blowing Smart Home Technology + Daryl Hall’s 1787 Farm House + Fixing Cracked Concrete Floors 51:19

29d ago51:19

51:19

Tech Radar’s Lance Ulanoff reveals the one smart home upgrade that truly changes how your house functions—and it’s not what you think. Plus, Daryl Hall gives a tour of his 1787 farmhouse, and our experts answer your calls on noisy windows, wobbly railings, and cracked concrete floors. In This Episode, You Will Learn: The one smart home upgrade wort…

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This Simple Fix Will Save Your Crumbling Foundation + Are You Prepared For When the Power Goes Out? 51:19

1M ago51:19

51:19

Designer Stacey Lapuk shares how to reinvent your home post-divorce—creating spaces that reflect who you are now, not who you used to be. Plus, we dig into generator basics, haunted house tales from cartoon voice legend Billy West, and DIY fixes for rusted beams, drawer upgrades, and countertop repairs. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: How to redesig…

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Make Your Home Allergy Free + Fix Squeaky Wood Floors 51:05

1M ago51:05

51:05

This week on This Old House Radio Hour, we’re talking about something you can’t see but definitely feel: the air inside your home. Kenneth Mendez, president of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, shares the smartest, science-backed ways to improve indoor air quality—from high-heat laundry to HEPA vacuums—and explains why your bedroom migh…

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Home Design for The Neurodivergent + Attic Insulation 101 51:05

2M ago51:05

51:05

From designing homes that support neurodivergent family members to building your cat the ultimate backyard enclosure, this episode is packed with practical advice for every kind of household. Plus, we tour author Sloane Crosley’s West Village apartment and share DIY fixes for leaky outlets, drafty attics, wood siding, and crumbly foundations. • Inc…

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Fix Any Roof Leak + Soundproof Any Room! 51:05

2M ago51:05

51:05

Want to block out noisy neighbors, fix roof leaks, or renovate a retro gem? This episode features YouTube’s Soundproof Guide Martin Poirier, comedian Paula Poundstone’s emotional home story, and expert answers to your biggest home questions—from radon and chimneys to indoor pool flooring and Lustron houses. • Soundproofing for Renters (0:55) • Rado…

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Ellen Marie Bennett’s Renter-Friendly Kitchen Tricks Will Blow Your Mind 50:29

2M ago50:29

50:29

From renter-friendly kitchen hacks with Hedley and Bennett founder Ellen Marie Bennett to backyard beekeeping tips from TikTok’s Bowser Bee, this episode is packed with smart solutions and inspiring stories—including a 5,700 sq ft hand-carved cave home in Utah. Plus, we answer your top home repair questions about cracked ceilings, woodpecker damage…

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DIY Guide To Babyproofing Your Home, Storm Prep & Cheap Old Houses Gems 51:02

2M ago51:02

51:02

Expert babyproofing tips from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital to keep your home safe from newborn to toddlerhood—plus clever fixes for shifting floors, cracked stucco, and prepping your home for hurricanes. • How to babyproof for every stage (1:03) • How to shift floating floorboards (8:13) • Repair cracks in stucco around windows (17:32) • Portable…

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Nathaniel Rateliff’s Mountain Hideout! + Urban Gardening Made Easy 51:01

3M ago51:01

51:01

We explore the return of the American porch with architect Charlie Hailey, tour Nathaniel Rateliff’s mountain recording retreat, and answer your toughest DIY questions—from brick repair and deck fixes to bathroom ventilation and arc fault detectors. Plus, we dig into urban gardening tips with Detroit’s Kamaria Gray—whether you’ve got a backyard or …

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Natural Cleaning Hacks + Lead Paint Safety & PVC Fixes You Need 51:16

3M ago51:16

51:16

Get these amazing cleaning tips from TikTok’s “Clean That Up” guy Brendan Pleshak. Plus, how to preserve vintage tile, test for lead paint, upgrade rake boards with PVC, fix lawn grubs, stop sewer backups, and hear “Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me” host Peter Sagal’s hilarious story of buying the wrong house. • DIY Vinegar Cleaner (0:55) • Vintage Tile A…

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Making Your Home Safer for Seniors + Gas vs. Induction Ranges 51:19

3M ago51:19

51:19

Make your home safer for seniors with these aging-in-place upgrades, fix fireplace switches and tile holes, and refinish butcher block the right way. Plus, we compare gas vs. induction, share a DIY weed killer that works, and hear from Third Eye Blind’s Stephan Jenkins about restoring his Victorian home. • How to make your home safer for seniors (0…

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Declutter Smarter + Fix Your Garage Door, Brick, and Beams 51:19

3M ago51:19

51:19

The Neat Method shows us how to declutter any space—no label maker needed—plus expert fixes for damaged brick, cedar beams, and peeling garage doors. We also share a simple trick to drill safely into walls and hear from Marketplace host David Brancaccio on rebuilding after a wildfire. • The best way to organize any space (1:08) • Fixing a floating …

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Modern Feng Shui Tips + Chrome Fixture Restoration 51:18

4M ago51:18

51:18

Learn how to bring more balance and flow into your home with feng shui tips from architect Cliff Tan, plus expert guidance on porch restoration, wall insulation, brick painting, and propane retrofits. Plus, make your lawn look like Fenway Park with pro tips from former Boston Red Sox groundskeeper David Mellor. Keywords: #feng shui home tips #Cliff…

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William H. Macy Spent 30 Years Fixing This Cabin—Here’s Why 50:31

4M ago50:31

50:31

Expert tips to keep bugs and critters out of your home from the Bug Boys. Plus, William H. Macy gives us a tour of his hand-built Vermont cabin, and Cheap Old Houses spotlights affordable historic homes in Ohio and Michigan. Keywords: #spring pest prevention #how to get rid of bugs #pest control tips #William H. Macy #cabin #woodworking #DIY cabin …

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Sound Proofing Your Bathroom + How To Paint Your Garage Door + Walter Mosley’s Los Angeles 50:33

4M ago50:33

50:33

This week on This Old House Radio Hour, we meet Bo Petterson—a 66-year-old dad, DIYer, and unexpected TikTok sensation. Known to millions as @DadAdviceFromBo, Bo began posting home repair videos with his daughter Emily as a way to help her recover from a traumatic brain injury. What started as a private act of love has grown into a viral force for …

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Designing for Disaster: How Los Angeles Builds Back Smarter + Saving The Outsider’s House + Four DIY Fixes: Chimneys, Circuits, Ceilings, and Steam 50:31

4M ago50:31

50:31

This week on This Old House Radio Hour—what does it mean to rebuild not just homes, but entire communities? Sunset Magazine editor-in-chief Hugh Garvey joins us to discuss the magazine’s special issue devoted to the rebuilding of Altadena and Pacific Palisades in the wake of January’s devastating wildfires. Sunset, a voice in California architectur…

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Fixing Knob and Tube Wiring + Patching Moldy Dry Wall + Alessandro Nivola's Brooklyn Row House 50:32

4M ago50:32

50:32

This week, we meet writer Patrick Hutchinson who bought a $7,500 off-the grid, moss-covered Craigslist cabin—and taught himself to fix it with YouTube and trial and error. How he went from clueless to carpenter and changed his life. Actor Alessandro Nivola shares how his Brooklyn row house became a living tribute to Brutalism, family, and art histo…

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Farm to Table Architecture, Soundproofing your Bedroom, Plus Our DIY Experts Answer Your Home Improvement Questions 50:31

5M ago50:31

50:31

On this week’s This Old House Radio Hour, architects Jack Becker and Andrew Linn of BLDUS in Washington, D.C. explain how they’re turning the sustainable food movement into a sustainable building movement with their “Farm-to-Shelter” philosophy—drawing inspiration from Chef’s Table and using regional, regenerative materials to create homes that are…

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MythBusters Adam Savage, Roseanne Cash's Steampunk Meets Jane Austen Town House + DIY and Home Improvement Answers 50:32

5M ago50:32

50:32

Adam Savage—former MythBuster and maker movement icon—joins us to talk about the philosophy of tools, the joy of failure, and building a 200-hour replica of Hellboy’s revolver. Then we visit Charleston to uncover the truth behind those sideways-facing row houses (spoiler: it’s not about taxes). Singer-songwriter Rosanne Cash invites us into her lov…

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“How Much Do You Pay in Rent" with Caleb Simpson + Home Improvement Q&A + Historian Doris Kearns Goodwin 50:32

5M ago50:32

50:32

On this episode of This Old House Radio Hour, we sit down with viral sensation Caleb Simpson, the TikTok star who’s made a name asking one simple question: “How much do you pay in rent?” Caleb shares what 500+ home tours have taught him about housing, design, and what our spaces say about who we are. Then, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Doris Kea…

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Ken Burns Shows Us, His Creative Shangri-La, Sarah Susanka On Why Bigger Isn’t Always Better and a Blue Print for Rebuilding Los Angeles 51:18

5M ago51:18

51:18

On this week’s episode, we rethink the meaning of home—from the scale of a single room to the soul of a sprawling city. First, visionary architect and best-selling author Sarah Susanka joins us to reflect on the enduring appeal of her groundbreaking book The Not So Big House. She unpacks power of designing for quality over quantity, how smarter, sm…

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American Picker Mike Wolfe’s Main Street Revival, Historic Homes Under $1,000, and 60-Second Fixes for Everyday Problems! 50:59

6M ago50:59

50:59

Welcome to the Premiere of This Old House Radio Hour! Join us for an hour of expert-driven DIY and home improvement, where craftsmanship, history, and hands-on know-how come together. Master carpenter Callum Robinson reads from his bestselling memoir, Ingrained: The Making of a Craftsman, and shares with host Jenn Largesse the deep joy of woodworki…

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This Old House Radio Hour Podcast - Trailer 3:35

6M ago3:35

3:35

This Old House has been America’s most trusted source for home improvement for over four decades. Now, we’re bringing that same expertise to the airwaves with This Old House Radio Hour. Each week we answer your DIY and renovation questions. Plus, we dive into the latest trends from building science to design with an ear for great storytelling about…

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The End of an Era... changes, updates, etc! 6:24

1y ago6:24

6:24

There has been...a lot going on. In this episode, I'm talking about the future of this podcast, my website, and more. I'm so sorry to leave you hanging! But hope you'll join me in my other endeavors. ✨ My NEW website: https://leanne.studio ✨ Leanne's Little Art Chats Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/78q3kUjnmymusxAYm6n6Kv - - - Thank you for …

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Ep. 17: Rae Ripple | In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 46:08

1y ago46:08

46:08

You never know what—or who—you’ll run into In the Aisles. In this episode, Derek chats with influencer, author, plasma cutter and stunt rider, Rae Ripple. Hear all about Rae’s upcoming projects, her partnership with Harley Davidson, and how tow truck driving helped her get into making art with a plasma cutter. She also talks about her 1989 F-150, a…

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Ep. 16: Mister Cartoon | In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 39:09

1+ y ago39:09

39:09

You never know what—or who—you’ll run into In the Aisles. In this episode, Derek from Vice Grip Garage has a conversation with Mister Cartoon, Los Angeles-based tattoo, airbrush and graffiti artist. Hear him talk about his favorite vehicle makes and models, growing up around car shows as a kid and how “custom culture” impacted him as an artist. The…

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Ep. 15: RESTORED and Turnin' Rust - In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 55:16

1+ y ago55:16

55:16

You never know what—or who—you’ll run into In the Aisles. In this episode, Derek from Vice Grip Garage chats with Wyatt, Christian and Lance Bush, a family with two channels where you might have seen them: RESTORED and Turnin Rust. Hear the tale of rescuing an American Rambler from an engine bay full of hay, the impact of YouTube on their family (a…

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Ep. 14: Matt's Off Road Recovery - In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 40:22

1+ y ago40:22

40:22

You never know what—or who—you’ll run into In the Aisles. In this episode, Derek chats with Matt Wetzel of the YouTube channel “Matt’s Off Road Recovery”. Hear Matt talk about the types of vehicles he and his crew rescue the most, the ideas that inspired Off-Road Games, and the reasons he loves the Chevrolet Corvair. Also, can a project ever really…

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Ep. 13: "Dirthead Dave" David Chappelle - In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 30:32

1+ y ago30:32

30:32

You never know what—or who—you’ll run into In the Aisles. In this episode, Derek talks with “DirtHead” Dave Chappelle, from the YouTube channel DirtHead Shed. Hear Dave talk about how he found his way into fabrication, why he loves the O’Reilly paint aisle, and how he sabotaged his own vehicle as a teenager so he could land his first pickup. Also, …

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Ep. 12: Speed Bump Garage - In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 51:37

1+ y ago51:37

51:37

You never know what—or who—you’ll run into In the Aisles. In this episode, Derek from Vice Grip Garage (and his son, Bentley from Little Grip Garage) talk to another father-and-son duo: Kent and Jack from the YouTube channel “Speed Bump Garage”. You’ll hear about their favorites: favorite cars, car movies, tools, even their favorite aisles at O’Rei…

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Ep. 11: Kevin Tetz - In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 1:15:05

2y ago1:15:05

1:15:05

You never know what—or who—you’ll run into In the Aisles. In this episode, Derek talks to painter, instructor, and builder Kevin Tetz. Hear stories about Kevin’s rock ‘n’ roll days, his transition to paint and body work, and how he started with a ’49 GMC truck and a can of spray paint. There’s also a new segment—the Dorman Mystery Box—and some talk…

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Ep. 10: Tracy Lawrence - In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 39:57

2y ago39:57

39:57

You never know what—or who—you’ll run into In the Aisles. In this episode, Derek from Vice Grip Garage talks to long-time country recording artist Tracy Lawrence. Hear Tracy talk about his favorite stuff to sing (and to listen to), the part he couldn’t find anywhere in town until he stopped by an O’Reilly Auto Parts store, and his own venture into …

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Ep. 9: Steve Dulcich - In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 44:19

2y ago44:19

44:19

You never know what—or who—you’ll run into In the Aisles. In this episode, Derek talks to MOPAR journalist, professional wrencher and YouTube host, Steve Dulcich. Hear about Steve’s favorite aisle at O’Reilly Auto Parts (”where you go to have fun”), the high-mileage first car his brother tried to talk him out of buying (but he still owns), and the …

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Ep. 8: Jessica Bieri - In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 38:42

2y ago38:42

38:42

In this episode of “In the Aisles”, Derek from Vice Grip Garage talks to his better half and CEO of Vice Grip Garage, Jessica Bieri. Together, they travel through the years with stories of Geo Prism drag-racing, various off-road adventures, and the price of a family night at the movie theater. After meeting in sixth grade (at which point Jessica ga…

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Getting the ball rolling (and allowing myself to let go of the ball…) 20:01

2y ago20:01

20:01

Hello again!!! I just wanted to touch base and share some deep thoughts, some not-so-deep thoughts, and my hopes for the blog (I know, please don't laugh!) Things I mention in today's episode: Dr. Tracey Marks: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTraceyMarks Erin Miller: https://www.youtube.com/@erinmiller/shorts The Last Homely Garden: https://www.youtube.…

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Ep. 7: James Taal - In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 23:40

2y ago23:40

23:40

You never know what—or who—you’ll run into In the Aisles. In this episode, Derek talks to “Jack Stand Jimmy”—mechanic, builder, drag racer and burnout connoisseur James Taal. James talks about his first experience as a fourteen-year-old racing his dad’s ’64 Chevy Nova, his suggestions on how to get into racing if you’re not already, and how he woul…

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Ep. 6: Dan from DD Speedshop | In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 46:36

2y ago46:36

46:36

You never know what—or who—you’ll run into In the Aisles. In this episode, Derek talks to Dan from the YouTube channel DD Speed Shop, based in Manitoba, Canada. Dan covers his love for “Tri-Five” Chevies (even using one as a snow plow), the difficulty of getting parts in Manitoba, and a few answers to vehicle-restoration questions from viewers. You…

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Ep 5. Puddins Fab Shop | In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 50:23

2+ y ago50:23

50:23

You never know what—or who—you’ll run into in the aisles. In this episode, Derek talks to Jacob from the YouTube channel Puddin’s Fab Shop. Hear Jacob discuss his journey from jet engine mechanic to “I wasn’t cut out for customer service.” He talks about his work on Datsuns, box trucks and Internationals, his dream of owning a ’64 Impala Wagon, and…

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Squirrels and a ramble fest...oh, and inspiration for creatives, too. 21:36

2+ y ago21:36

21:36

Weee! We're trying the video thing...again! (Note: If you're just listening to the audio, don't worry, I don't really have anything to show off today.) But, I *DO* share a couple youtube channels I'm really enjoying, which I hope you'll like, too! Links to things I mention: how to make more art this year: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cx1a_mjrMWg…

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Ep. 4: Ethan and Edwin from Grind Hard Plumbing Co - In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 56:41

2+ y ago56:41

56:41

You never know what—or who—you’ll run into In the Aisles. In this episode, Derek from Vice Grip Garage talks with Edwin and Ethan from Grind Hard Plumbing Co, the fabricators of wacky vehicles of all kinds—not the least of which are souped-up Mattel Power Wheels. Hear the guys talk about Subarus they rolled, their pink Barbie Mustang, and an allege…

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If I do what I think I’d like to do, I’ll let you know after I do it…! (Art, markets, and more.) 15:22

2+ y ago15:22

15:22

Spring is here, which means I’m extra anxieted (anxious + excited!!) It’s all good, though. We’ll get everything done, right? And if we don’t…that’s okay. Today I’m rambling about my somewhat newfound appreciation for working with “traditional”/physical art media. And, we’re starting a farmers market!!! Yay! The Maize Farm & Art Market: https://fac…

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Ep. 3: Liv Scaffidi - In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 48:21

2+ y ago48:21

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You never know what—or who—you’ll run into In the Aisles. In this episode, Derek from Vice Grip Garage talks to “Canadian Carburetor Dragon” Liv Scaffidi of the YouTube channel GNARLY SPEED SHOP. Liv talks about her love for vintage hot rods, muscle cars and Pontiacs, her plan to someday do a cross-country road trip in her Tempest, and her decision…

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Ep. 2: Tony Angelo - In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 45:57

2+ y ago45:57

45:57

In this installment of “In the Aisles”, Derek talks to professional drift racer, stunt driver and former Hot Rod Garage host Tony Angelo of the YouTube channel “Stay Tuned”. Hear Tony talk about how he first got interested in drifting (even before it became popular in America), the evolution of “fast” cars in recent decades, and how he came to purc…

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Is your life missing a little...boredom? (Plus: what I've been doing, my new serger, and the state of the garden) 18:20

2+ y ago18:20

18:20

It's been a minute!! In today's episode, I'll catch you up on what's been going on, share my new schedule, talk about the Baby Lock Vibrant serger (sort of), share a new favorite garden resource, and then some... Links to things I mention: Newsletter sign up: mothandrustdiy.com/newsletter Leanne's Art Lab (art videos): youtube.com/@leannedelux Chon…

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Ep. 1: Jared Pink - In the Aisles w/ Derek Bieri 1:14:00

2+ y ago1:14:00

1:14:00

In this first-ever episode of “In the Aisles”, Derek talks with Jared Pink of the YouTube channel “The Questionable Garage”. At the time of their conversation, his channel had nearly four hundred thousand subscribers, and continues to grow steadily. Among other topics, Jared answers a few questions from viewers, gives advice on how to prioritize pr…

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Unavoidably creative people, freaking out, and other great things... 18:39

3y ago18:39

18:39

In today’s rambling episode, I dive into some deep thoughts about creativity and don’t really come to any conclusions…but that’s part of the process, right?! Links to some things I talk about: Autumn anxiety is a thing (!): https://www.healthline.com/health-news/autumn-anxiety Find & support your favorite charities on eBay: https://www.charity.ebay…

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Art (& craft) at the Amphitheater, and thinking about the way I think about things… 16:31

3y ago16:31

16:31

Oh my, it's been a little while again...! Today I'm talking about the craft show I was organizing and how that went, chat a bit about how Me-Made-May went, give an update on the garden, and discuss how I want to go from here... The book I started reading - How to Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy by Jenny Odell - https://www.goodreads.com…

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