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This Old House Radio Hour

This Old House Radio Hour

American Public Media

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Show overview

This Old House Radio Hour launched in 2025 and has put out 82 episodes in the time since. That works out to roughly 70 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.

Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 51 min and 51 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Leisure show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 3 days ago, with 40 episodes already out so far this year. Published by American Public Media.

Episodes
82
Running
2025–2026 · 1y
Median length
51 min
Cadence
Weekly

From the publisher

This Old House has been America’s most trusted source for home improvement, expert renovation advice, and DIY inspiration for over 40 years. Now, that trusted guidance comes to your ears with This Old House Radio Hour—a weekly home improvement podcast designed to help homeowners, renters, and renovators take better care of the places they live. Hosted by This Old House editor Jenn Largesse, and featuring fan-favorite experts like Zack Dettmore (general contractor), Richard Trethewey (plumbing and HVAC specialist), and Jenn Nawada (landscape designer), each episode offers practical, step-by-step solutions to real home improvement problems. Listeners can expect weekly episodes packed with actionable advice on everything from plumbing and electrical upgrades to bathroom remodels, basement waterproofing, HVAC maintenance, flooring installation, window repair, insulation tips, and more. We answer listener questions, break down renovation techniques, and spotlight smart fixes for everyday challenges. Whether you're a first-time DIYer, a seasoned weekend warrior, or just trying to make sense of home maintenance, This Old House Radio Hour is your go-to podcast for trusted home improvement tips, expert advice, and project ideas that actually work. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts—and start building a better home, one episode at a time.

Latest Episodes

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Should You Talk to Your Plants? + Barbara Kingsolver’s Farmhouse + DIY Reality Checks

Oct 6, 202651 min

Stop Wasting Electricity + Ryan Hamilton’s Humble Childhood Home + Home Elevators Go Mainstream

Sep 29, 202651 min

Designer Dorm Rooms + John Wilson’s Century-Old House + A DIY Toilet Dispute

Sep 22, 202650 min

Why We Hate the Big Light + Erin Napier’s Haunted Childhood Home + Choosing the Right Driveway

Sep 15, 202651 min

Your Thermostat Is Lying + Tan France’s ‘Bougie Grandma’ Tudor + The Trouble With Flipped Houses

Sep 8, 202651 min

Can AI Run Your Home? + Matthew Quick’s Outer Banks Dream + The DIY Power of 3D Printing

Sep 1, 202651 min

Mosquito-Proof Your Yard + Kasie Hunt’s Forever Home + The Wild History of the Murphy Bed

Aug 25, 202651 min

Gas vs. Charcoal, Settled + Justin Halpern Moves Home + The Dark History of the Light Bulb

Aug 18, 202651 min

The Tankless Water Heater Debate + Jonathan Knight’s Crazy Old House + Grow a Living Fence

Aug 11, 202651 min

Should You Kill Your Lawn? + Nathaniel Rich’s Artist’s Retreat + When Contractors Wreck Your Home

Aug 4, 202650 min

The Right Way to Load Your Dishwasher + Colson Whitehead’s Family Retreat + Grow Backyard Fruit

Jul 25, 202650 min

The Right Way to Load Your Washing Machine + Mary H.K. Choi's Texas Home + Contractor Truths

Jul 17, 202650 min

Avoid Locksmith Scams + Adam Rehmeier’s Hollywood Hideaway + Carpet Buying 101

Jul 14, 202649 min

Color Therapy at Home + Tom Papa’s Jersey Shore Paradise + Fenway Park Lawn Secrets

Jul 7, 202649 min

Unclog Any Drain + David Sedaris’ N.C. Retreat + Contractor Installation Red Flags

Jun 30, 202650 min

Air Conditioning Myths + Ben Gleib's Mid-Century Studio + The Garage Conversion Guide

Jun 23, 202649 min

Hantavirus Warning Signs + Annabelle Gurwitch’s Healing Wallpaper + Backyard Water Features

Jun 16, 202649 min

Hard Water Woes + Ann Patchett’s Wild Childhood Home + Heat Pump Advantages

Jun 9, 202649 min

No More Open Kitchens + Fab 5 Freddy’s Harlem Brownstone + Fence Building 101

Jun 2, 202649 min

Cleaning Dirty Ducts + Sheng Wang’s Bayou Childhood + Forced Air vs. Baseboard Heat

May 26, 202649 min
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