We're talking about YouTube's new "Hype" button, the frustrations of IT support, and why trusting a handyman from places like Angie's List and Task Rabbit may be a gamble.

Episode Highlights

• The Hype is Real (or is it?): We dive into YouTube's new "Hype" feature, a way to boost smaller creators, and debate whether it's a game-changer or just another button to smash. Find out what a "small creator" is in YouTube's eyes and how many "Hypes" you get a week.

• DIY Dilemmas: From trying to install a front door with YouTube tutorials to the pros and cons of hiring contractors with TV commercials, we share our home renovation trials and triumphs. Learn why some jobs are "too small" for a contractor and why we'd rather do it ourselves, even if it takes more time.

• A Lumberyard's Lament: Our tools get a shout-out as we discuss the essentials versus the dust-collectors, including a circular saw's new life as a "destruction saw" for pallets. We also get into the nuances of using a track saw off its track, a topic that apparently gets people fired up on Reddit.

• Know Your House: We discuss how to know when it's time to replace your roof, and what signs to look for in the attic and from the street. Plus, we talk about the financial sense (or lack thereof) in over-improving a starter home.

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