In this episode of True Tales from Old Houses, Contractor and preservationist Brent Hull joins hosts Stacy Grinsfelder and Daniel Kanter to talk craftsmanship, good design, and why historic homes deserve better. Plus, learn how psychic realtor Josie Coleman clears homes of unwanted spirits. From hauntings to millwork, this episode has it all!

Stacy and Daniel open the episode by catching up on personal projects.

Then, following up on last season's ghost stories, realtor and psychic Josie Coleman reveals how she clears homes of lingering unwanted spirits and restores energetic balance. Depending on the day, Stacy and Daniel are skeptics or believers, but either way, Josie offers a fascinating look at handling paranormal life in old houses.

Finally, preservation expert Brent Hull shares his insights on craftsmanship, historic design, and making smart renovation choices. He dives into the importance of quality millwork, the gaps in architectural education, and how homeowners can restore their historic homes while maintaining authenticity. Whether you're preserving history or just making renovation decisions, Brent has the insights you need!

This episode has it all—ghosts, good design, and the wisdom of a true preservation pro!

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Mentioned in this Episode

• Wood Window Workshop at Silver Lake - Learn More
• Ball & Claw Antiques in Port Ewen, NY
• Stacy and Scott Sidler's book launch - February 24 (More info coming soon!)
• Window Preservation Alliance Annual Conference March 13-15 - Learn More
• Josie Coleman - Website | Lotus Lantern | Instagram
• North Bennet Street School
• The Institute of Classical Architecture and Art (ICAA) website
• Pre-order Brent's historic Millwork book | (affiliate) link