How To Handyma’am | A Home Improvement Comedy Podcast

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  Don’t Burn Your House Down! 🔥 9 Common Home Fire Hazards | Ep 45 09.10.2026 47min

  Happy Fire Safety Awareness Month! 🔥 In this episode, Arley cooks up a high-stakes game of "Fire Hazard or False Alarm?" to test Emily and Samantha on household fire safety, hidden electrical dangers, and smoke detector myths! Before we dive into how to keep your house from burning down, we start with our signature "Three Minutes of Chaos"—which somehow turned into an intense, passionate debate about butter preferences, butter bells, and dogs stealing entire sticks off the counter!In this episode, we cover:• 🔌 Appliance Overloads: Why you shouldn't plug your toaster, air fryer, and coffee maker into one power strip.• 🧺 Dryer Lint Dangers: Accordion hoses vs. hard ducts, magnetic connectors, and the leaf-blower clearing hack.• ⚡ Warm Outlets & Extension Cords: What ungrounded outlets mean, GFCI upgrades, sleek sockets, and running cords under rugs.• 🚨 Photoelectric vs. Ionization Alarms: Why older smoke detectors have radioactive material inside and why your alarm keeps chirping.• 🪵 Fireplace & Furnace Safety: Handling hot ash, clearance around gas furnaces, and the scary "furnace fireball" story.• 🥩 Grill Rules: Siding melt risks, carbon monoxide, and why propane grills never belong in a garage.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Fire Safety Awareness Month! 🔥01:00 - Episode Dedication to Cousin Teresa 💪02:00 - 3 Minutes of Chaos: Search Histories & The Great Butter Debate 🧈05:30 - Game On: Fire Hazard or False Alarm? 06:30 - Power Strips vs. Small Kitchen Appliances 🔌08:30 - Dryer Lint Hazards, Flexible Hoses & Magnetic Connectors 🧺11:00 - Warm Outlets Behind Furniture & Grounding Fixes 13:00 - Garage Grilling & Carbon Monoxide Risks 🥩14:30 - Smoke Detector Science: Photoelectric vs. Radioactive Ionization 🚨17:30 - Extension Cord Mistakes, Voltage Loss & Sleek Sockets 🔌20:00 - Fireplace Ash Disposal & The Mystery Furnace Fireball 🪵🔥23:00 - Smoke Alarm Chirping: End-of-Life Warnings & Bluetooth Alarms 📢25:00 - Speed Round: Space Heaters & What to Fix First! 26:30 - Mrs. Worldwide, Charting Internationally & Newsletter Shoutout! 🌐🔍 SEARCH OUR CONTENT:Looking for a specific tool tip, review, or tutorial? Search our full library of reels, TikToks, and podcast episodes all in one place: https://howtohandymaam.com/search-library💌 JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER:Get exclusive early-access ticket sales for events 2 days before everyone else, weekly tool recs, and updates: https://howtohandymaam.com📲 FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS:• Instagram: @howtohandymaam• TikTok: @howtohandymaamHow To Handyma'am is a home improvement podcast hosted by Arley, Samantha, and Emily, dedicated to empowering women to take care of their homes, demystify trade skills, and laugh along the way!
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  The Woman Who Secretly Built the Brooklyn Bridge! | SideQuest 43 06.10.2026 23min

  Live from Podcast Movement in New York City! 🗽 In this special NYC-themed Side Quest, the Handyma’am crew takes over the convention studio to play a round of NYC Fact or Fiction before diving into the incredible, uncredited story of Emily Warren Roebling—the badass woman who actually built the Brooklyn Bridge!From fake brownstone subway vents and wooden rooftop water tanks to a woman riding across a suspension bridge with a live rooster in her lap, this episode is packed with wild engineering history, trade tricks, and classic Handyma'am chaos!In this episode, we cover:• 🧱 NYC Fact or Fiction: Brownstone vs. sandstone, Grand Central ceiling myths, and fake houses hiding subway vents.• 🐘 P.T. Barnum’s Elephant March: Reassuring New Yorkers the Brooklyn Bridge wouldn't collapse.• 🌉 The Untold Story of Emily Warren Roebling: How she learned bridge engineering on the job site, took over for her disabled husband, and managed construction for 11 years.• 🏗️ Caisson Disease & Construction Fraud: Catching corrupt wire suppliers and convincing a room full of 1880s male engineers to let her finish the project.• 🐓 The Victory Lap: Why the first person across the Brooklyn Bridge was a woman carrying a rooster.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Live from NYC at Podcast Movement! 🗽01:15 - NYC Fact or Fiction: Brownstones, Fake Houses & Water Tanks 🧱03:00 - Grand Central Ceiling Myths & P.T. Barnum's Elephants 🐘05:30 - The Badass Woman Who Built the Brooklyn Bridge: Emily Warren Roebling 🌉07:30 - Pressurized Caissons, "The Bends" & Learning Trade Work on Site 🏗️10:00 - Stopping Wire Corruption & Addressing Male Engineers in 1882 🏛️11:30 - The Victory Lap with a Rooster 🐓13:00 - Wrap-Up & NYC Side Quest Secrets 💌 JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER: Get weekly DIY tips, studio updates, and early access to live events: https://howtohandymaam.com⭐ SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get uncut studio chaos, bloopers, and extra video content for $5/month: https://patreon.com/howtohandymaam📲 FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS:• Instagram: @howtohandymaam• TikTok: @howtohandymaamHow To Handyma'am is a home improvement comedy podcast dedicated to empowering women to take care of their homes, demystifying the trades, and celebrating historic women in engineering!
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  Where to Save vs. Splurge on Your Home! 🏠 Cheap vs. Quality (Part 3) | Ep 44 02.10.2026 48min

  Where to Save vs. Splurge on Your Home! 🏠 Cheap vs. Quality (Part 3)Should you buy the $20 light fixture or the $200 brand-name version? 🛠️ In Part 3 of our Cheap vs. Quality series, we are breaking down 9 common home fixtures to tell you where to save your hard-earned cash and where cheaping out will ruin your life!Plus, in our 3 Minutes of Chaos, we recap our wild trip to New York City for Podcast Movement—including seeing our faces on the Nasdaq billboard in Times Square and visiting Nathaniel (and his store dogs Stinky & Kangaroo!) at Scarborough Hardware, the oldest continuously operating hardware store in NYC!In this episode, we cover:• 🚰 Faucets: Why plumbing supply house fixtures outperform big-box store models.• 💡 Light Fixtures: Why you should NEVER spend big bucks on light fixtures (and how to find high-end dupes).• 🌀 Ceiling Fans: The single "ball-and-socket" feature to look for so you don't drop a fan on your face during install.• 🥔 Garbage Disposals: Horsepower breakdowns, under-sink switches, and Grandpa's 5-lb potato peel disaster.• 🚪 Doorknobs & Locks: Why Schlage is king for exterior doors, plus dogs that open lever handles.• 🪛 Cabinet Hardware & Bath Accessories: Multi-pack hacks and aging-in-place tips.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Welcome & Episode Dedication01:30 - 3 Minutes of Chaos: NYC, Times Square Billboard & Hardware Store Dogs 🐶05:30 - Faucets: Plumbing Supply vs. Big Box Stores09:00 - Light Fixtures: How to Find the Dupes 💡12:00 - Ceiling Fans: The Solo-Install Hack & Clicking Noises 🌀16:00 - Garbage Disposals: Horsepower & Potato Peel Meltdowns 🥔20:00 - Shut-Off Valves & Showerheads 🚿23:30 - Door Hardware: Schlage Locks vs. Dogs Opening Doors 🚪27:00 - Cabinet Hardware & Bath Accessories 🪛30:30 - Wrap Up & How to Join the Newsletter💌 JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER: Be the first to hear about live events, studio updates, and weekly DIY tips! Sign up at: https://howtohandymaam.com⭐ SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get bonus monthly episodes and extra chaos for just $5/month: https://patreon.com/howtohandymaam📲 FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS:• Instagram: @howtohandymaam• TikTok: @howtohandymaamHow To Handyma'am is a home improvement comedy podcast dedicated to empowering women to take care of their homes and demystifying the trades!
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  Super Glue vs. Gorilla Epoxy: The Ultimate Junk Drawer Debate! | SideQuest 42 29.09.2026 20min

  Welcome back to the How to Handyma’am SideQuest! 🎙️✨If a main episode is a structured build, the SideQuest is the junk drawer of our podcast—unfiltered, chaotic, and full of surprising gems! 📦In today's episode, Emily presents her "Official Top 10 Ideal Junk Drawer Items" to Samantha and Arly. From precision screwdrivers and zip ties to heated debates over Gorilla Epoxy vs. Super Glue and the hidden danger of Magic Erasers, we break down what actually deserves a spot in your home's most famous drawer!--------------------------------------------------🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY--------------------------------------------------• 🧡 Become a Patron: Get monthly bonus episodes and unhinged behind-the-scenes chats at https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaam• 💌 Newsletter Signup: Get 2-day early ticket access to future workshops at https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter--------------------------------------------------🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLS & STOREFRONTS--------------------------------------------------• 🛒 Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaam• 🛒 Lowe's Storefront: https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam--------------------------------------------------🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST--------------------------------------------------• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs--------------------------------------------------📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALS--------------------------------------------------• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaam• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaam• 🌐 All Links: https://howtohandymaam.com/links--------------------------------------------------👋 ABOUT US--------------------------------------------------We are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, MI to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes!Disclaimer: For educational and entertainment purposes. Always check local building codes when necessary!
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  Blind Date with a Floor! 💘 How to Choose the RIGHT Flooring for Your Home | Ep 43 25.09.2026 42min

  Welcome back to How to Handyma’am! 🎙️✨In today’s episode, Samantha debuts her brand-new game show: "Blind Date with a Floor"—the only dating show where getting laid correctly is extremely important! 🪵💘Choosing flooring based purely on appearance is like picking a life partner from a flattering profile picture—eventually, you have to live with it. Emily and Arly ask secret questions to figure out which floor is which, and we break down what flooring you should ACTUALLY put in your house based on dogs, basements, kids, and moisture.--------------------------------------------------In This Episode:--------------------------------------------------• 🌸 Shoutout to Shirley Bebo: Finding and being an "encourager" in your community.• 📺 3 Minutes of Chaos: Emily’s grievance over TV show recommendations (Hacks & Detroiters)!• 🚨 Airbnb Scam Warning: Why you should NEVER communicate off-platform (and how Gemini caught a sketchy host).• 🌻 Arly’s Garden Drama: Squirrel sunflower heists and a giant guard spider protecting bunny kale.• 💘 Game Show: Blind Date with a Floor! - Date #1: Gorgeous, timeless, and emotionally involved with dog nails (Hardwood). - Date #2: Looks fancy on a budget, but hates water (Laminate). - Date #3: Easygoing, practical, and unbothered by moisture (LVP). - Date #4: Extremely durable, cold, hard, and permanent (Tile). - Date #5: The underrated boomer classic for small bathrooms (Sheet Vinyl). - Date #6: Real wood, but structurally more stable (Engineered Hardwood).• 🏡 Flooring Matchmaking: The best floors for large dogs, flood-prone basements, 3-kid bathrooms, and historic homes[cite: 4]!--------------------------------------------------🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY--------------------------------------------------• 🧡 Become a Patron: Get monthly bonus episodes and unhinged behind-the-scenes chats at https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaam• 💌 Newsletter Signup: Get 2-day early ticket access to future workshops at https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter--------------------------------------------------🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLS & STOREFRONTS--------------------------------------------------• 🛒 Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaam• 🛒 Lowe's Storefront: https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam--------------------------------------------------🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST--------------------------------------------------• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs--------------------------------------------------📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALS--------------------------------------------------• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaam• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaam• 🌐 All Links: https://howtohandymaam.com/links--------------------------------------------------👋 ABOUT US--------------------------------------------------We are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, MI to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes!Disclaimer: For educational and entertainment purposes. Always check local building codes when necessary!
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  THE CASE OF THE MISSING SAMANTHA! (Buy, Borrow, or Build Tool Guide) | SideQuest 41 22.09.2026 24min

  Welcome to another chaotic Side Quest episode of How to Handyma’am! 🎙️✨Samantha is out taking care of business today, leaving Emily and Arly completely unsupervised in the studio to play a game of BUY, BORROW, OR BUILD! 🛠️We’re breaking down 10 major homeowner tools and equipment to tell you what's worth building yourself, what you should rent or borrow, and what you should buy secondhand.--------------------------------------------------In This Episode:--------------------------------------------------• 🔍 The Case of the Missing Samantha: Emily steals Samantha's chair and Arly realizes Emily actually has legs!• 🪵 Workbenches & Tool Storage: Why reclaimed kitchen island tops make the best workbenches and why slatboard beats pegboard.• 😱 The $300 Sawhorse Horror Story: Why cheap plastic sawhorses collapsed and smashed a historic 16-lite crystal door.• 🪜 Ladders & Scaffolding: Proper 3-point contact safety and why you should NEVER try to DIY heavy climbing gear.• 🧰 The Only 2 Tools You ACTUALLY Need to Own: Why impact drivers and oscillating multi-tools beat traditional drills every time.• 🎨 Paint Sprayers & Face-Paint Accidents: Consumer Wagners vs. Pro Gracos (and the time Emily predicted getting sprayed in the face).• 🪚 Miter Saws, Tile Saws & Table Saws: How to navigate tool libraries, Home Depot rentals, and jam extension trim projects.--------------------------------------------------🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY--------------------------------------------------• 🧡 Become a Patron: Get monthly bonus episodes and unhinged behind-the-scenes chats at https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaam• 💌 Newsletter Signup: Get 2-day early ticket access to future workshops at https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter--------------------------------------------------🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLS--------------------------------------------------• 🛒 Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaam• 🛒 Lowe's Storefront: https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam--------------------------------------------------🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST--------------------------------------------------• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs--------------------------------------------------📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALS--------------------------------------------------• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaam• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaam• 🌐 All Links: https://howtohandymaam.com/links--------------------------------------------------👋 ABOUT US--------------------------------------------------We are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, MI to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes!Disclaimer: For educational and entertainment purposes. Always check local building codes when necessary!
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  FIREWORKS IN THE BREAKER BOX! 💥 (Our 1st Live Podcast!) | Ep 42 18.09.2026 59min

  Welcome to a very special episode of How to Handyma’am—our FIRST EVER live podcast recording! 🎙️✨We sat down in front of a room full of incredible women at our full-day hands-on DIY workshop to debrief the magic, tears, and toilet-on-wheels engineering of the event before diving into a rapid-fire Q&A session.--------------------------------------------------In This Episode:--------------------------------------------------• 🛠️ Workshop Event Debrief: 12-hour days, female-owned catering, mini tattoos, gumball machines, and Chief Vibe Officer duties.• 🏚️ Older Home Priorities: What to fix first when you buy a pre-war home (leaks, fires, and safety over aesthetics).• 🧱 Plaster vs. Drywall Breakdown: How plaster keys work, horsehair allergies, and the secret yellow-lid spackle for flexible stress cracks.• 🚿 Plumbing & Access Panels: Why you should do a "flush test" and why you should never drywall over your shower valves.• 📋 Codes, Permits & Red Flags: Why contractors must pull their own permits, using AI for code questions, and the truth about lead paint & asbestos.• ⚡ Knob & Tube Hazards: What happens when fireworks shoot out of a breaker box and how GFCI outlets keep old wiring safe.• 💡 How We Got Started: Biology degrees, delusional COVID confidence, and changing careers at 44.*(Note: Audio was recorded live in the event venue to prioritize the attendees in the room!)*--------------------------------------------------🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY--------------------------------------------------• 🧡 Become a Patron: Get monthly bonus episodes and support our mission at https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaam• 💌 Subscribe to the Newsletter: Get 2-day early ticket access to future workshops at https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter--------------------------------------------------🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLS--------------------------------------------------• 🛒 Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaam• 🛒 Lowe's Storefront: https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam--------------------------------------------------🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST--------------------------------------------------• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs--------------------------------------------------📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALS--------------------------------------------------• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaam• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaam• 🌐 All Links: https://howtohandymaam.com/links--------------------------------------------------👋 ABOUT US--------------------------------------------------We are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, MI to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes!Disclaimer: Educational & entertainment purposes only. Always check local building codes!
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  How to Become a Handywoman (And Why Your Cabinet Paint Chipped!) | SideQuest 40 15.09.2026 36min

  Welcome to another weekly Side Quest episode of How to Handyma’am! 🎙️✨In this episode, we’re diving into porch-garden drama, real-life shop safety lessons, and an honest Q&A session unpacking everything from switching careers at 44 to busting major cabinet painting myths.--------------------------------------------------In This Episode:--------------------------------------------------• 🌻 Arly’s Porch Garden vs. Squirrel Heists: How local squirrels managed to haul off giant 8-inch sunflower heads right off the sidewalk.• 🪵 Table Saw Kickback & Childhood Myths: Samantha shares a recent table saw kickback story—why a 2x4 push stick saved her hands—and reframes a childhood fear about bandsaws vs. table saws.• 🛠️ Q&A: Pivoting into Trades Later in Life: • How Samantha switched careers at age 44 after 26 years in the professional world. • The "pursuer of joy" mindset and overcoming the fear of starting over. • Practical advice for women wanting to break into home improvement (painting, Habitat for Humanity, Home Builders Associations). • The reality check of working IN a business vs. working ON a business.• 🔩 Q&A: Trimming Cabinet Hardware Screws: • Why cutting break-off machine screws usually ruins the threads. • Simple hacks: Using washers for loose handles, buying Amazon hardware kits, or using a vise and hacksaw.• 🎨 Q&A: The Truth About Chipping Cabinet Paint & Contractor "Kickbacks": • Debunking the myth that contractors get kickbacks from paint brands. • Why Sherwin-Williams Emerald Urethane and Benjamin Moore Advance are both great—and why CHIPPING is a 100% preparation failure, not a paint failure. • The ultimate 6-step cabinet prep process (degreasing, washing, mechanical sanding, dust removal, chemical etching, and shellac primer). • Budget paint tips: Why you should never use flat paint on walls, buying un-tinted paint during 30–40% off sales, and Dutch Boy containers.--------------------------------------------------🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY--------------------------------------------------• 🧡 Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaam• 💌 Newsletter Signup: https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter--------------------------------------------------🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLS--------------------------------------------------• 🛒 Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaam• 🛒 Lowe's Storefront: https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam--------------------------------------------------🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST--------------------------------------------------• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs--------------------------------------------------📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALS--------------------------------------------------• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaam• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaam• 🌐 All Links: https://howtohandymaam.com/links--------------------------------------------------👋 ABOUT US--------------------------------------------------We are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, MI to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes!Disclaimer: For educational and entertainment purposes. Check local building codes when necessary!
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  The 6-Day Kitchen Renovation: From Demo to Functional (Without Losing Your Mind) | Ep 41 11.09.2026 49min

  Can you turn a completely gutted kitchen into a fully functioning cooking space in just six days? In this episode, Samantha, Arly, and Emily break down the exact 3-phase framework used to renovate Samantha's daughter Hannah’s kitchen on a realistic budget and timeline. HGTV makes kitchen remodels look like magic, but real-life renovations require strategy, realistic scheduling, and knowing how to handle unexpected chaos. Whether you're working with $3,000 or $10,000, learn how to navigate demo day without ruining your plumbing, install cabinets like a pro, and avoid burning through your budget. What we cover in this episode:The 3-Phase Kitchen Framework: Why separating "functional" from "pretty finishes" saves your sanity. Cardboard Box Layouts: How simple planning beats expensive designer software. Cabinet & Countertop Secrets: Why MDF is a hard no, how RTA (Ready-To-Assemble) cabinets save thousands, and why saw blade tooth count matters for butcher block vs. laminate. Pro Installation Tricks: Using laser levels, support ledges, face-frame clamping, and pre-drilling to get seamless professional results. Contracting "The Dumb": Recognizing physical burn-out on job sites and knowing when to walk away for the night. Special shoutout to our August intensive attendee, Sandy from Florida!🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY• Join our Patreon: Want exclusive behind-the-scenes content, early access to tickets, and a way to directly support the pod? Join the crew! 🧡 Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaam• Subscribe to the Newsletter: Get DIY tips, project updates, and first dibs on our live events sent straight to your inbox. 💌 Sign up here: https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLS• Constantly wondering what drill, saw, or safety glasses we are using? We put all our tried-and-true favorites in one place! 🛒 Shop our Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaam 💙 Shop our Lowes Storefront: https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST• New episodes drop every week! If you loved this, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879 🟢 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALSCatch our daily tool tutorials, project updates, and behind-the-scenes chaos!• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaam• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaamLooking for something else? Check out all our links in one place! 🌐 https://howtohandymaam.com/links👋 ABOUT USWe are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We didn't go to trade school; we just fell in love with this work and started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, Michigan. Now, our mission is to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes and tackle those terrifying DIY projects.Disclaimer: Our videos and podcasts are for educational and entertainment purposes. Always check your local building codes and consult with a licensed professional when necessary!
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  Why Medieval Houses Were Made of POOP (vs. Modern DIY) | SideQuest 39 08.09.2026 29min

  The chickens have left the coop! 🐔 In this unusually chaotic SideQuest, Samantha, Emily, and Arly hop into a time machine to look at how medieval peasant houses were built compared to modern homes. From timber framing with puzzle-piece wooden pegs to walls literally made of animal poop (wattle and daub!), thatched roof fire hazards, and candles made of bacon grease—thank goodness for modern drywall and indoor plumbing!In this episode:• 🪵 Timber framing: Mortise & tenon joints vs. modern fasteners• 💩 Wattle & Daub: Why drywall mud is a massive upgrade over medieval walls• 🌾 Thatched Roofs: How they shed water (and why they constantly caught fire)• 💅 Iron Nails: Why medieval peasants sifted through ashes to find them• 🚽 Castle Garderobes vs. Chamber Pots: The stinky history of toilets• 🕯️ Rush Lights: Lighting your house with fat that smells like baconSubscribe for more low-jargon DIY advice, tool breakdowns, and chaotic home improvement history!🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY• Join our Patreon: Want exclusive behind-the-scenes content, early access to tickets, and a way to directly support the pod? Join the crew! 🧡 Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaam• Subscribe to the Newsletter: Get DIY tips, project updates, and first dibs on our live events sent straight to your inbox. 💌 Sign up here: https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLS• Constantly wondering what drill, saw, or safety glasses we are using? We put all our tried-and-true favorites in one place! 🛒 Shop our Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaam 💙 Shop our Lowes Storefront: https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST• New episodes drop every week! If you loved this, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879 🟢 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALSCatch our daily tool tutorials, project updates, and behind-the-scenes chaos!• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaam• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaamLooking for something else? Check out all our links in one place! 🌐 https://howtohandymaam.com/links👋 ABOUT USWe are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We didn't go to trade school; we just fell in love with this work and started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, Michigan. Now, our mission is to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes and tackle those terrifying DIY projects.Disclaimer: Our videos and podcasts are for educational and entertainment purposes. Always check your local building codes and consult with a licensed professional when necessary!#HowToHandymaam #SideQuest #MedievalHistory #DIYBasics #HomeRepair
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  Which Sheet Good Should You ACTUALLY Buy?! (Plywood vs OSB vs MDF) | Ep 40 04.09.2026 40min

  Welcome back to How to Handyma'am! 🛠️✨Standing in the lumber aisle staring at 17 different types of panels and wondering what the heck to buy? In this episode, we give you the ultimate guide and ranking for the 4 main types of wooden sheet goods: Plywood, OSB, Particle Board, and MDF! We break down how each one is made, what they’re actually good for, and why MDF belongs straight in the trash (or on a bonfire).---⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Shoutout to Grandma M'Lane & Log Cabins 🪵01:45 - What counts as a "Sheet Good"? 📐04:30 - Plywood 101: Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, & Croissant Layers 🥐10:15 - OSB (Oriented Strand Board): The Underrated Heavyweight 🌲14:30 - MDF: Why "God Hates MDF" & Why You Should Avoid It 🚫21:20 - Particle Board: IKEA Furniture & Puffy Water Rings 🛋️24:40 - The Campbell’s Soup of Wood: The Wood Hierarchy & Final Rankings! 📊---🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITYJoin our Patreon: Want exclusive behind-the-scenes content, early access to tickets, and a way to directly support the pod? Join the crew! 🧡 Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaamSubscribe to the Newsletter: Get DIY tips, project updates, and first dibs on our live events sent straight to your inbox.💌 Sign up here: https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter---🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLSConstantly wondering what drill, saw, or safety glasses we are using? We put all our tried-and-true favorites in one place!🛒 Shop our Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaam🛒 Shop our Lowe's Storefront: https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam---🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCASTNew episodes drop every week! If you loved this, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode.Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs---📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALSCatch our daily tool tutorials, project updates, and behind-the-scenes chaos!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaamYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaamLooking for something else? Check out all our links in one place!🌐 https://howtohandymaam.com/links---👋 ABOUT USWe are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We didn't go to trade school; we just fell in love with this work and started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, Michigan. Now, our mission is to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes and tackle those terrifying DIY projects.Disclaimer: Our videos and podcasts are for educational and entertainment purposes. Always check your local building codes and consult with a licensed professional when necessary!What is your favorite sheet good to work with (and do you agree with our hatred of MDF)? Let us know in the comments! 🛠️👇
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  Dead Salmon or Divorced Dad Gray?! (We Guess Real vs Fake Paint Names) | SideQuest 38 01.09.2026 12min

  Welcome back to the SideQuest! 🎨✨ This week, Emily puts Samantha and Arly to the test in a game of REAL vs. FAKE paint color names! From Farrow & Ball to Benjamin Moore, can you guess which ridiculous names are actual paint swatches and which ones Emily totally made up? (Looking at you, "Divorced Dad Gray" and "Unpaid Invoice"). Grab your paintbrush, play along, and see if you can beat Arly and Samantha's final score!⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Welcome & The Handyma'am "Cult" (Join our Newsletter!) 💌01:30 - What color would Samantha, Arly, and Emily be? 🎨03:10 - Round 1: Dead Salmon, Divorced Dad Gray & Elephant's Breath 🐘04:30 - Round 2: Passive Aggressive Peach, Nacho Cheese & Sulking Room Pink 🧀06:15 - Round 3: Smoked Trout, Unpaid Invoice & Cat's Meow 🐱08:00 - Round 4: Grandma's Sweater, Arsenic & Lukewarm Oatmeal 🥣09:20 - Round 5: Tomato Tango, Regretful Avocado & Final Scores! 🥑🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY Join our Patreon: Want exclusive behind-the-scenes content, early access to tickets, and a way to directly support the pod? Join the crew! 🧡 Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaamSubscribe to the Newsletter: Get DIY tips, project updates, and first dibs on our live events sent straight to your inbox. 💌 Sign up here: https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLSConstantly wondering what drill, saw, or safety glasses we are using? We put all our tried-and-true favorites in one place! 🛒 Shop our Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaamShop our Lowes Storefront https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCASTNew episodes drop every week! If you loved this, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALS Catch our daily tool tutorials, project updates, and behind-the-scenes chaos!Instagram: [@HowToHandymaam]https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaamYouTube: [@HowToHandymaam] https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaamLooking for something else? Check out all our links in one place! Howtohandymaam.com/links👋 ABOUT US We are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We didn't go to trade school; we just fell in love with this work and started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, Michigan. Now, our mission is to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes and tackle those terrifying DIY projects.Disclaimer: Our videos and podcasts are for educational and entertainment purposes. Always check your local building codes and consult with a licensed professional when necessary!
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  5 Warning Signs Your House Is Trying to Tell You Something (Home Maintenance Part 2) | Episode 39 28.08.2026 28min

  Welcome back to How to Handyma'am! 🛠️ Dr. Pearl and Dr. Streed are in the house today to diagnose your top home maintenance symptoms! 🩺 In Part 2 of our Homeowners Maintenance Guide, Emily, Arly, and Samantha break down 5 common home problems—from stinky washing machines to loud refrigerators and jammed garbage disposals—plus exact step-by-step treatments to fix them before calling a pro.We also share a mini recap of our inaugural August 22nd Weekend Intensive and give a special dedication to Asheville Handyma'am Tracy Germer!---⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Welcome & Special Dedication to Tracy Grammer!02:55 - 3 Minutes of Chaos: Inaugural Weekend Intensive Mini-Recap! 🛠️08:49 - Free 12-Month Maintenance Guide Announcement! 📋10:15 - Patient 1: Wet Dog Clothes & Washer Filter Clogs 🧼14:05 - Patient 2: Jet-Engine Refrigerator Noise & Dirty Coils 🧊15:45 - Patient 3: Basement Swimming Pools & Sump Pump Bucket Tests 🌧️22:00 - Patient 4: Humming Garbage Disposals & Stinky Splash Guards 🍋24:15 - Patient 5: Muddy Craters, Wet Basements & Foundation Grading If this episode helped you diagnose a home issue, don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with a friend! 🛠️---🔗 RESOURCES & LINKS:📋 Download Your FREE 12-Month Home Maintenance Guide: http://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY* Join our Patreon: Want exclusive behind-the-scenes content, early access to tickets, and a way to directly support the pod? Join the crew! * 🧡 Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaam* Subscribe to the Newsletter: Get DIY tips, project updates, and first dibs on our live events sent straight to your inbox. * 💌 Sign up here: https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLS* Constantly wondering what drill, saw, or safety glasses we are using? We put all our tried-and-true favorites in one place! * 🛒 Shop our Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaam * Shop our Lowes Storefront https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST* New episodes drop every week! If you loved this, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALS Catch our daily tool tutorials, project updates, and behind-the-scenes chaos!* Instagram: [@HowToHandymaam]https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/* TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaam* YouTube: [@HowToHandymaam] https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaamLooking for something else? Check out all our links in one place! Howtohandymaam.com/links👋 ABOUT US We are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We didn't go to trade school; we just fell in love with this work and started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, Michigan. Now, our mission is to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes and tackle those terrifying DIY projects.Disclaimer: Our videos and podcasts are for educational and entertainment purposes. Always check your local building codes and consult with a licensed professional when necessary!
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  Can You Guess These 11 Workshop Sounds? 🔊 (The Sound of DIY) | SideQuest 37 25.08.2026 12min

  Welcome back to another chaotic bonus episode of The Side Quest! 🎙️Today, Emily, Samantha, and Arly are playing "The Sound of DIY"—a trivia game where Emily plays mystery audio clips recorded right in the workshop, and the gals have to guess the tool or task! Powered by 7 PM work-night energy and "Crunchy Lemonade," things get loud, weird, and surprisingly competitive. Test your ears along with us and see if you can guess the sounds before Arly and Samantha do!⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Disclaimers: 7 PM Chaos & The Lemonade Clause01:05 - How the Game Works01:50 - Sound 1: The Snapping Tape Measure02:20 - Sound 2: Battery Packs & Paint Can Lids02:50 - Sound 3: Impact Drivers & Shaking Screws03:35 - Sound 4: Mallets & Dremel Tools04:15 - Sound 5: Sandpaper & The Ultimate Tape Sound Test04:55 - Declaring a Winner & Wrapping Up!Did you guess any of the sounds before we did? Let us know in the comments below! 👇🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY Join our Patreon: Want exclusive behind-the-scenes content, early access to tickets, and a way to directly support the pod? Join the crew! 🧡 Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaamSubscribe to the Newsletter: Get DIY tips, project updates, and first dibs on our live events sent straight to your inbox. 💌 Sign up here: https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLSConstantly wondering what drill, saw, or safety glasses we are using? We put all our tried-and-true favorites in one place! 🛒 Shop our Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaam Shop our Lowes Storefront https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCASTNew episodes drop every week! If you loved this, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALS Catch our daily tool tutorials, project updates, and behind-the-scenes chaos!Instagram: [@HowToHandymaam]https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/* TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaam* YouTube: [@HowToHandymaam] https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaamLooking for something else? Check out all our links in one place! Howtohandymaam.com/links👋 ABOUT US We are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We didn't go to trade school; we just fell in love with this work and started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, Michigan. Now, our mission is to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes and tackle those terrifying DIY projects.Disclaimer: Our videos and podcasts are for educational and entertainment purposes. Always check your local building codes and consult with a licensed professional when necessary!
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  7 Costly Bathroom Remodel Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them!) | Episode 38 21.08.2026 59min

  Welcome to How to Handyman, the podcast where we empower women to take care of their homes! 🛠️Planning a bathroom remodel or thinking about hiring a contractor? Welcome to Bathrooms 101! 🛁 In this episode, Emily, Samantha, and Arly walk you through the essential steps to consider BEFORE buying supplies, swinging a sledgehammer, or getting in over your head=dden plumbing costs to waterproofing myths and code upgrades, we’ve got you covered.---⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Welcome & Dedication to Mindy Wise!01:45 - 3 Minutes of Chaos (Arly's wolf cut, fair lemonade & dismantling diet culture)10:30 - Phase 1: Layout, Budgeting & The 20% "Uh-Oh" Fund16:15 - Phase 2: Plumbing Gotchas (Tub-to-Shower Drains & Rough-In Valves)22:00 - Venting, Air Pressure & Sewer Gas Realities25:30 - Phase 3: Tile Myths & Waterproofing Systems32:00 - Why Acrylic Tubs Need a Mortar Bed35:30 - The 12x24 Shower Floor Hazard38:15 - Phase 4: Comfort Height Toilets, Lighting Fails & GFCI Upgrades42:30 - Toilet Spray, Custom Lead Times & Shut-Off Valve Rules🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITYJoin our Patreon: Want exclusive behind-the-scenes content, early access to tickets, and a way to directly support the pod? Join the crew!🧡 Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaamSubscribe to the Newsletter: Get DIY tips, project updates, and first dibs on our live events sent straight to your inbox.💌 Sign up here: https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLSConstantly wondering what drill, saw, or safety glasses we are using? We put all our tried-and-true favorites in one place!🛒 Shop our Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaamShop our Lowes Storefront https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCASTNew episodes drop every week! If you loved this, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode.Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALS Catch our daily tool tutorials, project updates, and behind-the-scenes chaos!Instagram: [@HowToHandymaam]https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaamYouTube: [@HowToHandymaam] https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaamLooking for something else? Check out all our links in one place! Howtohandymaam.com/links👋 ABOUT US We are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We didn't go to trade school; we just fell in love with this work and started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, Michigan. Now, our mission is to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes and tackle those terrifying DIY projects.Disclaimer: Our videos and podcasts are for educational and entertainment purposes. Always check your local building codes and consult with a licensed professional when necessary!
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  Do These Viral "Dad Hacks" ACTUALLY Work? 🛠️ | SideQuest 36 18.08.2026 20min

  Welcome back to another bonus episode of The Side Quest! 🎙️Today, Emily, Samantha, and Arly are putting home improvement old wives' tales, viral "dad hacks," and common DIY myths to the test in an ultimate game of Fact or Fiction! Can a raw potato really unscrew a broken lightbulb? Does mayonnaise actually remove water rings from wood? Is bleach actually killing the mold on your drywall? We're separating home repair fact from absolute marketing fiction!---⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Welcome to The Side Quest! (Clifton Strengths & 3 Minutes of Chaos)02:20 - Fact or Fiction: Dad Hacks & Old Wives' Tales02:40 - Raw Potatoes, Walnuts & Mayo on Wood04:20 - Does WD-40 Actually Fix Squeaky Hinges?05:00 - The Mold Myth: Bleach vs. Vinegar06:20 - Paint & Design Myths: Ceilings, Wallpaper & Drywall Cracks08:30 - HVAC & Appliance Myths: Vent Closing, Garbage Disposals & Flushable Wipes11:00 - Painting Hacks: Paint + Primer in One & Wet Roller Wraps12:15 - Thermostats, Vampire Power & Cleaning Stainless Steel13:30 - Announcing the Winner & 1,000 YouTube Sub Goal!Links🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY* Join our Patreon: Want exclusive behind-the-scenes content, early access to tickets, and a way to directly support the pod? Join the crew! * 🧡 Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaam* Subscribe to the Newsletter: Get DIY tips, project updates, and first dibs on our live events sent straight to your inbox. * 💌 Sign up here: https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLS* Constantly wondering what drill, saw, or safety glasses we are using? We put all our tried-and-true favorites in one place! * 🛒 Shop our Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaam * Shop our Lowes Storefront https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST* New episodes drop every week! If you loved this, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALS Catch our daily tool tutorials, project updates, and behind-the-scenes chaos!* Instagram: [@HowToHandymaam]https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/* TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaam* YouTube: [@HowToHandymaam] https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaamLooking for something else? Check out all our links in one place! Howtohandymaam.com/links👋 ABOUT US We are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We didn't go to trade school; we just fell in love with this work and started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, Michigan. Now, our mission is to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes and tackle those terrifying DIY projects.Disclaimer: Our videos and podcasts are for educational and entertainment purposes. Always check your local building codes and consult with a licensed professional when necessary!
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  10 Flipper Red Flags Every Homebuyer Needs to Spot! 🚨 (Flipper Detection Agency) | Ep 37 14.08.2026 58min

  Welcome to How to Handyman, the podcast where we empower women to take care of their homes and investigate cheap flipper crimes! In today’s episode, Emily, Samantha, and Arley launch the Flipper Detection Agency to uncover the most common shortcuts flippers take to make a house look pretty while hiding massive structural, plumbing, and electrical red flags. We break down what the crime is, why it’s a hazard, and the realistic ways you can fix it!---⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Welcome & Weekly Dedication (Judy Young!)01:25 - Big Announcement: Submit Your Own Side Quest Dedications!02:15 - 3 Minutes of Chaos (Book, TV, & Skincare Recs)07:40 - Welcome to the Flipper Detection Agency09:10 - Crime 1: Bouncy "Trampoline" LVP Flooring14:35 - Crime 2: The "Landlord Special" Paint Job17:10 - Crime 3: The Faux Open Concept & Load-Bearing Wall Failures22:00 - Crime 4: Lipstick on a Pig Plumbing (Corroded Galvanized Steel)26:15 - Crime 5: Layer Cake Flooring & High Transitions30:45 - Crime 6: Fake Ground Outlets & Open Ground Hazards34:20 - Crime 7: Caulk Illusion Trim Work36:00 - Crime 8: The Shower "Sponge Bath" & Missing Waterproofing42:10 - Crime 9: Exhaust Fans Venting to "Nowhere"44:30 - Crime 10: Mulch Mountains & Hidden Foundation Issues✨ JOIN US IN PERSON* The August Intensive in Lansing, MI: Grab your ticket for our all-day, hands-on workshop! We are teaching you how to swap toilets, fix drywall, and conquer power tools. (Only 40 spots available!) * 🎟️ Get your ticket here: https://howtohandymaam.com/class-registration 🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY* Join our Patreon: Want exclusive behind-the-scenes content, early access to tickets, and a way to directly support the pod? Join the crew! * 🧡 Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaam* Subscribe to the Newsletter: Get DIY tips, project updates, and first dibs on our live events sent straight to your inbox. * 💌 Sign up here: https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLS* Constantly wondering what drill, saw, or safety glasses we are using? We put all our tried-and-true favorites in one place! * 🛒 Shop our Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaam * Shop our Lowes Storefront https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST* New episodes drop every week! If you loved this, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALS Catch our daily tool tutorials, project updates, and behind-the-scenes chaos!* Instagram: [@HowToHandymaam]https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/* TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaam* YouTube: [@HowToHandymaam] https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaamLooking for something else? Check out all our links in one place! Howtohandymaam.com/links👋 ABOUT US We are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We didn't go to trade school; we just fell in love with this work and started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, Michigan. Now, our mission is to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes and tackle those terrifying DIY projects.Disclaimer: Our videos and podcasts are for educational and entertainment purposes. Always check your local building codes and consult with a licensed professional when necessary!
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  Kiss, Marry, Eliminate (Design Trends Edition!) | SideQuest 35 11.08.2026 22min

  Welcome back to another chaotic bonus episode of The Side Quest! Today we are playing an unhinged game of Kiss, Marry, Eliminate—because last time we used the word "Kill" in our episode title, the platform flagged and removed it! We are tackling the best, the worst, and the downright heinous interior design trends, forcing ourselves to reach a consensus on what stays and what gets booted to the curb forever. On Today’s Episode:The Gross Bathroom Showdown: We debate carpeted bathrooms versus puke green walls and red granite countertops—and why carpet in a bathroom is a biohazard that must be eliminated immediately.The "Landlord Special": Boob flush lights vs. light switches painted shut vs. cheap vertical plastic window blinds that snap off if you look at them wrong.2010s Time Capsules: Settling the score between barn doors on every single room, shiplap walls, and giant "Live, Laugh, Love" word art.Kitchen Trends: Open shelving vs. pot fillers vs. two-toned cabinets (and why upper open shelves are a trap for bad housekeepers).Emily’s Crusade Against Accent Walls: Color drenching vs. peel-and-stick tropical wallpaper vs. single dark accent walls.Hardware & Finishes: Unlacquered brass vs. matte black vs. 1990s shiny polished gold.DIY Disasters We Refuse to Fix: Why painting cabinets with cheap latex wall paint is a crime, and why burning MDF is the ultimate act of DIY feminism.---🎁 GRAB YOUR FREEBIE!Want to support the podcast and get free DIY guides? Head over to howtohandymaam.com and join our email community! As soon as you sign up, we’ll drop our FREE Garden Bed Guide straight into your inbox.💬 SOUND OFF IN THE COMMENTS:Did we make the right calls, or are you defending carpeted bathrooms and vertical blinds? Drop a comment on Spotify, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, or send us an email at [email protected]!🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITYJoin our Patreon: Want exclusive behind-the-scenes content, early access to tickets, and a way to directly support the pod? Join the crew!🧡 Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaamSubscribe to the Newsletter: Get DIY tips, project updates, and first dibs on our live events sent straight to your inbox.💌 Sign up here: https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLSConstantly wondering what drill, saw, or safety glasses we are using? We put all our tried-and-true favorites in one place!🛒 Shop our Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaamShop our Lowes Storefront https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCASTNew episodes drop every week! If you loved this, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode.Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALS Catch our daily tool tutorials, project updates, and behind-the-scenes chaos!Instagram: [@HowToHandymaam]https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaamYouTube: [@HowToHandymaam] https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaamLooking for something else? Check out all our links in one place! Howtohandymaam.com/links👋 ABOUT US We are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We didn't go to trade school; we just fell in love with this work and started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, Michigan. Now, our mission is to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes and tackle those terrifying DIY projects.Disclaimer: Our videos and podcasts are for educational and entertainment purposes. Always check your local building codes and consult with a licensed professional when necessary!
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  Buy, Borrow, or Bury: Which Measuring Tools Do You ACTUALLY Need? | Ep 36 07.08.2026 40min

  Welcome back to How to Handyma'am, the podcast where we empower women to take care of their homes! It’s been way too long, but we are back and talking all things measuring tools[cite: 3]! Today, we are playing a game of "Buy, Borrow, or Bury" to tell you exactly which tools you actually need to own as a casual homeowner, which ones you can just borrow from a neighbor, and which ones you should completely ignore. We also kick things off with a highly chaotic round of "Three Minutes of Chaos" so you can get to know us a little better (spoiler alert: one of us gives off major fiercely protective orangutan energy)! If you are a beginner homeowner wanting to build your first tool kit, this episode is exactly what you need. 🕒 CHAPTERS:00:00 - Welcome & Episode Dedication01:15 - Three Minutes of Chaos: Rapid Fire Questions!05:30 - The Rules of "Buy, Borrow, or Bury"06:15 - The Essentials: Tape Measures & Torpedo Levels11:00 - Stud Finders & The "Tape Measure Wiggle" Explained15:45 - Carpenter Staples: Speed Squares, T-Squares & Straight Edges21:30 - Precision Tools: Contour Gauges & Chalk Lines25:00 - Digital Tools: Lasers, Calipers & Harbor Freight Tips31:00 - Flexible Tailor’s Tape & Final Thoughts✨ JOIN US IN PERSONThe August Intensive in Lansing, MI: Grab your ticket for our all-day, hands-on workshop! We are teaching you how to swap toilets, fix drywall, and conquer power tools. (Only 40 spots available!)🎟️ Get your ticket here: https://howtohandymaam.com/class-registration 🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITYJoin our Patreon: Want exclusive behind-the-scenes content, early access to tickets, and a way to directly support the pod? Join the crew!🧡 Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaamSubscribe to the Newsletter: Get DIY tips, project updates, and first dibs on our live events sent straight to your inbox.💌 Sign up here: https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLSConstantly wondering what drill, saw, or safety glasses we are using? We put all our tried-and-true favorites in one place!🛒 Shop our Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaamShop our Lowes Storefront https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCASTNew episodes drop every week! If you loved this, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode.Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALS Catch our daily tool tutorials, project updates, and behind-the-scenes chaos!Instagram: [@HowToHandymaam]https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaamYouTube: [@HowToHandymaam] https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaamLooking for something else? Check out all our links in one place! Howtohandymaam.com/links👋 ABOUT US We are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We didn't go to trade school; we just fell in love with this work and started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, Michigan. Now, our mission is to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes and tackle those terrifying DIY projects.Disclaimer: Our videos and podcasts are for educational and entertainment purposes. Always check your local building codes and consult with a licensed professional when necessary!
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  Impact Drivers vs. Hammer Drills & Giant TV Hacks (August Q&A) | SideQuest 34 04.08.2026 30min

  Welcome to another How-To Handyma'am Side Quest! This time, Emily, Samantha, and Arly are diving into our August Q&A to answer your amazing DIY questions. You all have been sending in so many great messages to our inbox, and we are breaking down the answers so you don't have to learn the hard way. In this episode, we cover:How to safely mount a massive 77-inch TV using proper mounts, lag screws, and stud-finding techniques.Why you absolutely should not use nail nippers to remove screws, and what tools to use instead. A complete breakdown of the differences between a standard drill, an impact driver, and a hammer drill, plus when to use each one.The proper way to handle concrete and sidewalk pavers, including why staining might be a better option than painting.We also share some fun behind-the-scenes life updates, including a very exciting engagement!✨ JOIN US IN PERSONThe August Intensive in Lansing, MI: Grab your ticket for our all-day, hands-on workshop! We are teaching you how to swap toilets, fix drywall, and conquer power tools. (Only 40 spots available!)🎟️ Get your ticket here: https://howtohandymaam.com/class-registration 🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITYJoin our Patreon: Want exclusive behind-the-scenes content, early access to tickets, and a way to directly support the pod? Join the crew!🧡 Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaamSubscribe to the Newsletter: Get DIY tips, project updates, and first dibs on our live events sent straight to your inbox.💌 Sign up here: https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLSConstantly wondering what drill, saw, or safety glasses we are using? We put all our tried-and-true favorites in one place!🛒 Shop our Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaamShop our Lowes Storefront https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCASTNew episodes drop every week! If you loved this, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode.Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALS Catch our daily tool tutorials, project updates, and behind-the-scenes chaos!Instagram: [@HowToHandymaam]https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaamYouTube: [@HowToHandymaam] https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaamLooking for something else? Check out all our links in one place! Howtohandymaam.com/links👋 ABOUT US We are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We didn't go to trade school; we just fell in love with this work and started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, Michigan. Now, our mission is to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes and tackle those terrifying DIY projects.Disclaimer: Our videos and podcasts are for educational and entertainment purposes. Always check your local building codes and consult with a licensed professional when necessary!