Hammer and Nails Podcast

The Bedells are in Wisconsin for a home show and are reunited with Kayleen McCabe, host of the DIY network's "Rescue Renovation". They reminisce about when they all met while shooting a magazine cover last year, and discover a strange link between Kayleen and Skip from years prior that they were unaware of. Kayleen discusses how she became a licensed contractor (a trade with very few women) and her passion for educating kids on the construction trades as a career. Alison asks Kayleen about the marijuana in Denver, as it is legal to use recreationally there. Don't forget to check out HammerAndNailsPodcast.com to see pictures of the gang from their green-screen photoshoot and day at the racetrack.

The Bedells record after the Super Bowl, and review the halftime show. Demo has finally begun at the Bedell house, what a mess. Alison wonders why they get so many likes on Facebook for some things, and almost no comments on others that she thinks are really good posts. Skip talks about some products that people have been asking him about for home security, including things to keep intruders out of your home. Check our their episode summary on HammerAndNailsPodcast.com to get links! Did you ever try to recline on a plane, and it didn't work? There may be a reason... Alison brings up some news stories that made her nuts... some of which include the justice system that continues to disappoint. Skip gives some tips about insulation, drilling into masonry, and primer. Finally, Alison has some Random Thoughts.

The Bedells are really excited to have special guest Gina Grad on today's episode! They get really in depth with Gina, asking her about her personal history and how she rose on the ladder of success. Much is revealed in this first-time Hammer and Nails interview, and then they close out with a Skip's Tip about mortaring a shower floor.

The Bedells are back in the studio with Joe Cumia, who discusses a recent disagreement he had with his girlfriend, Carol, about smoking. Adam Carolla's mission to not shower comes up, and then Alison uncovered the raw, intoxicated iTunes intro that they recorded after Carol served Skip tequila shots before recording. Skip has some tips about sliding door installation, exterior door weather sealing, water sealing a wooden deck and spackling holes. Alison has random thoughts about traffic, teeth, yarmulkes in the winter, and ripe pimples. The gang closes singing a new tune together.

The Bedells are back at the ranch, and talk about the first big East coast blizzard of 2016, and her second conversation with the pet communicator. The had close encounters with seals on the San Diego shore right before they left California, too. Current events come up, including escaped prisoners, Planned Parenthood, the Oscars, and race-related issues. Skip gives some tips about wallpaper removal, sealing basements, wheelchair ramps, winter repairs and tree root removal. Alison then has some random thoughts and a new jingle to go with it.

The Bedells are recording at Carolla Digital studios again in California. Producer Caelan and Brandon are in the booth, and they question him about his famous relative. The Bedells talk about their California meetings and how they are a great team in so many ways, with some takeaways for listeners looking for the same kind of relationship. They discuss some hollywood news, and then they question lackey Caelan about his experience working for Carolla, and end with getting schooled about marijuana.

The Bedells are in the Carolla Digital Studios today for a very special California episode of Hammer & Nails. The show opens with a somber update on a member of the Bedell Family and how the trip to California impacted the situation. The conversation then turns to Alison's advice for a young impressionable daughter of a friend of theirs. As the show wraps up The Bedells interview Gary who produces their show and The Adam Carolla Show to get some inside scoop on the behind the scenes action at Carolla Digital.

The Bedells talk about some events coming up, including the Wisconsin State Fair Park Expo Center on February 13th and 14th, and the Nassau County, New York, Home Show at Hofstra University on April 9th. Come out and say hello to the Bedells and listen to Skip's seminar! Alison gives an update on Kilo's health. She discusses the inhumane way pet ER's don't let owners be with their pets while getting examined. The Bedells have been binge watching Game of Thrones, and the Making of a Murderer that everyone seems to be obsessed with. Skip gives a tip about basement humidity and dehumidifiers. Alison has Random Thoughts. Finally, Alison digs up some Florida news, which is sure to be wacky.

The Bedells are still recovering from the holidays and haven't put anything away yet. They talk about bad breath, and if that's a dating deal breaker. They discuss continuing to improve sexual skills. Alison had a couple of interviews today with criminals who "didn't do it". There's a medical condition that is getting DWI's dismissed, and it's pretty weird. Skip answers some listener questions, and gives a tip, including questions about water stains on a window sill, and when do you need help. Bill Cosby was FINALLY arrested, will justice be served? Sea World sucks, and Steve O wants the world to know. A new segment is introduced, called Random Thoughts, which is kind of like speed dating for different topics.