Welcome Home: Recent Episodes

Kirsten & Graham

This is the Home-Ec class you wish you'd taken in school. Co-hosts Graham Smith and Kirsten Dunlap are two moms on a mission to help others create elegant, livable, welcoming homes. Join them as they interview experts, tackle specific challenges, and share their homemaking fails and successes. Real families, real budgets, real homes. Welcome Home!

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The biggest home EC lesson everyone needs in their back pocket is how to be the perfect hostess.

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It's time for tomato sandwiches and watermelon with lime!

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In this episode Kirsten and Graham talk to Laura Heikkila creator of the Ageless Women Society

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K & G talk to their dads who are unsurprisingly similar

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Do you really have all the life skills you need?

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What's for dinner? What did you say? These are the questions every parent and spouse hears on an every day basis.

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Kirsten and Graham learn a lot about a place you probably spend most of your time: the supermarket

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Feeling lonely? We've all been there. But sometimes, it's hard to talk about.

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When was the last time you made a friend?

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Kirsten and Graham get very superstitious

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On today’episode, we’re feeling all back-to-school-ish and talking about the small and big things we do --and the things we want to do!-- to make our weeks run more smoothly. 

We'll chat about what we've learned about guarding our time, preplanning our mornings, scheduling our weeks, clearing up head space, and communicating with our spouses.

Plus, Lisa Frank vs. JoJo Siwa, why Kirsten's household loves "Sunday no-Funday", how the Graham is the MacGaver of toothpicks, and why laundromats aren’t just for people without washing machines!

All that and more on today’s episode of Welcome Home.

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: PLANT PACKAGE

Plant Package subscriptions make gardening easy by delivering plants, pots, and soil right to your doorstep. 

In each themed box, they send you everything you need to create a beautiful potted arrangement – four fully-grown plants ranging from flowers and foliage to herbs and fruits, a pot, the right amount of soil, nutrients, and if you want – a cool accessory. You just assemble with confidence! With Plant Package, the prep work of gardening is done for you!  Plant Package is perfect for parents looking for a quick, easy, relatively mess-free activity to do with the kids, people interested in gardening who get overwhelmed by all the plant options at garden centers, or anyone short on time (hint: Plant Package only takes about 20 minutes to assemble!)

Right now, Plant Package is offering listeners of Welcome Home a FREE first box.

Just visit PlantPackage.com/welcomehome to choose a delivery option -- then use promo code WELCOMEHOME at checkout to receive your first box FREE! SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: CARBONA

Carbona is a household brand that’s been helping people live a life unstained for more than a century (how’s that for experience!?).  They are whole-heartedly obsessed with all things clean, so they developed a wide range of solutions, from laundry to carpet care, that deliver impressively tidy results.

In addition to being passionate about cleanliness, they are also science-savvy! Each of their products is scientifically-formulated to effectively take on the task at hand.

Try any of these great products from Carbona!

Color Grabber:  (Laundry) Keeps clothes looking new longer!  This allows you to wash mixed-colored laundry loads with confidence and prevents color runs and bleeds. Stain Devils:  (Laundry) #1 specialty stain remover! So much better than a multipurpose remover. No two stains are alike, so you need to treat the stain with a specific formula.  2 in 1 Carpet Cleaner : Oxy-powered formula with Active Foam TechnologyTM for effective stain and odor removal (takes out everything from mud to wine!) Built-in 2 in 1 brush top tackles stain at the surface AND deep in the carpet fiber.  2 in 1 Pet Stain & Odor Remover : Oxy-powered formula with Active Foam TechnologyTM is engineered to permanently remove pet stain AND odor. It  also discourages re-soiling Steam Carpet Cleaner : For a full- room deep clean! Remove set-in-soil from carpets and is perfect for high traffic areas. This is safe for all steam cleaning machines Washing Machine Cleaner  Eliminates washing machine odors and maintains machine parts. Complete with activated charcoal to attract odor-causing residue (first of its kind to utilize activated charcoal!)

Use code WELCOMEHOME at Carbona.com to save 20%. Happy cleaning!

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On today’s episode, we’re getting all “science-y” and debunking some widely held medical and household beliefs.  

We’ll examine a long list of remedies, cures, and practices we're using that might have absolutely NO scientific bearing on our lives.What’s a time tested truth and what’s an old wives tale? ...And then we'll also just debate some other things we're not quite sure we believe.

Plus, what we’ve learned from British pen-pals, what Cinderella really thought about sensible footwear, Kirsten’s obsession with daily step counts, and Graham’s steadfast, lifelong commitment to lucky pennies. 

All that and more on this week’s episode of Welcome Home! Links we mentioned on the show: Separating Medical Fact from Fiction: 10 medical myths that have been debunked

Fact or Fiction: A dossier on Old Beliefs that Die Hard

25 Crazy old Wives Tales People Still Believe

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: THE CITIZENRY

The Citizenry is a socially conscious home décor brand bringing time-tested craftsmanship to the modern home. They travel around the globe, partnering with master artisans to create designs with a soul, story, and a purpose. Experience The Citizenry DIFFERENCE in your home The Citizenry travels around the world partnering with master artisans to create exclusive collections sold direct to you online without the middleman markup.  With pieces crafted in over 15 countries, their collections are designed to highlight the unique materials and craft traditions of each destination. Get to know the iconic LUMBAR PILLOW that put The Citizenry on the map

No more searching for the perfect pillow combination!  With this one pillow, you can instantly step up the game of your couch or bed. 

Each pillow is hand-dyed with all natural dyes such as native plant extracts – no chemicals here! Bold designs reimagined and inspired by the geometric patterns used by the Zapotec tribes of the Oaxaca region in Mexico. A single pillow takes a talented weaving cooperative three days to make, all made start-to-finish in a fair trade environment.   Décor with a SOCIAL IMPACT Every dollar you spend supports fair wages, safe working environments, and is a direct investment into artisan entrepreneurs. The Citizenry donates 10% of proceeds directly back into artisan communities around the globe to help these entrepreneurs take their businesses to new heights

THE GREAT DEAL: For a $50 gift voucher toward your first purchase of $200 or more, go to CitizenryPodcast.com and enter WELCOMEHOME

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: NATIVE DEODORANT

At Native, they create safe, simple, effective products with trusted ingredients and trusted performance. Not convinced? Check out the 7,000 5-star reviews from their customers.

Their products are formulated without aluminum, parabens and talc. Instead, they're filled with ingredients found in nature, such as coconut oil (antimicrobial), shea butter (moisturizer & emollient), tapioca starch (absorbs wetness).

Native is made in the USA with ingredients thoughtfully sourced from around the world and they never test on animals.

Classic Deodorant scents include Coconut & Vanilla, Lavender & Rose, Cucumber & Mint and Eucalyptus & Mint. They offer free returns and exchanges in the USA so there's no risk to try. 

THE GREAT DEAL: For 20% off your first purchase, visit nativedeodorant.com and use promo code WELCOMEHOME during checkout!

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It seems like everyone is talking about their Enneagram number. But we really had no idea what the Enneagram was or why any of this mattered anyway?

But fear not friends! Because today on Welcome Home, we’re bringing in an expert and we’re taking a stab at the baffling world of the Enneagram.   Join us as we chat with Certified Enneagram Coach, Lindsey Bailey, who helps us dig into our personality types and help you figure out yours. 

Plus, driving and honking in New York City, why sitters always drive us crazy (no, we’re not talking about babysitters) and why we’ve now had an expert confirm that we’re perfect partners. 

Links we mentioned on the show...

https://www.enneagramspectrum.com/testing/ https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/ https://ianmorgancron.com/assessment https://www.truity.com/view/personality-test-finder

To find out more about Lindsey, follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enneagram_joy/

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: CARE/OF Care/of is a subscription service that delivers vitamins and supplements customized for your specific health needs. You take a short quiz and answer questions about your diet, lifestyle, fitness and health goals, and Care/of puts together a personalized plan just for you. Get back into a HEALTHY ROUTINE Give yourself support this season with a boost – whether you’re looking for energy, better sleep, to maintain stress, or something else to help you feel your healthiest Care/of’s ONLINE QUIZ lets you know exactly what you need Care/of’s fun, online quiz asks you about your diet, health goals, and lifestyle choices, and takes only 5 minutes to find out your personal, scientifically-backed vitamin and supplement recommendations Taking care of your health should be EASY & CONVENIENT Care/of delivers daily vitamin and supplement packs all customized to your recommendations so you’re only taking what you really need and you can modify your subscription at any time when your needs or preferences change Experience the CARE/OF DIFFERENCE Care/of makes sure what you’re putting into your body comes from the best sources backed by honest guidance and transparency all available to you on their website

THE GREAT DEAL:  For 25% off your first Care/of order, go to TakeCareOf.com and enter  WELCOMEHOME.    SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: NATIVE DEODORANT

At Native, they create safe, simple, effective products with trusted ingredients and trusted performance. Not convinced? Check out the 7,000 5-star reviews from their customers.

Their products are formulated without aluminum, parabens and talc. Instead, they're filled with ingredients found in nature, such as coconut oil (antimicrobial), shea butter (moisturizer & emollient), tapioca starch (absorbs wetness).

Native is made in the USA with ingredients thoughtfully sourced from around the world and they never test on animals.

Classic Deodorant Scents Include Coconut & Vanilla, Lavender & Rose, Cucumber & Mint and Eucalyptus & Mint. They offer free returns and exchanges in the USA so there's no risk to try. 

THE GREAT DEAL: For 20% off your first purchase, visit nativedeodorant.com and use promo code WELCOMEHOME during checkout!

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WHAT?? OMG! FOR REAL? HOW THE HECK DID WE MISS THAT?

Today on Welcome Home, we’re diving into all the things we think our kids should be able to do... and we’re going way beyond shoe tying, swimming and reading!

We’ve made a long list of skills we think all kids should know how to do. We’re just not sure who’s actually teaching these things?

Plus, we’ll discuss Kirsten’s revolutionary new egg cooking method, Graham’s dad's raw meat obsession, and how Kirsten’s kiddos are clearly closet pyromaniacs…  (But they're not! And good luck to anyone hoping Graham's kids can start a campfire!)

All that and more, on this week’s episode of Welcome Home. 

Special Bonus:  We've had lots of requests for a show or tips for gardeners so at the end of this episode, we have a special treat for our listeners. Ben Hale from the Easy Living Yards Podcast will have a quick 3 minute segment full of tips for great and easy yard care. You can learn more about Ben at his website: www.EasyLivingYards.com  Thanks Ben! SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: BetterHelp

Is there something that interferes with your happiness or is preventing you from achieving your goals?

BetterHelp online counseling is there for you. With BetterHelp you can get help on your own time and at your own pace through secure, confidential video or phone sessions.

BetterHelp has 3000 US Licensed therapists across all 50 states. And if you are not happy with your counselor for any reason you can request a new one at any time at no additional charge

Simply fill out a questionnaire to help them assess your needs and get matched with a counselor you’ll love.

Best of all, it’s a truly affordable option and Welcome Home listeners get 10% off your first month with discount code WELCOMEHOME

So why not get started today? www.BetterHelp.com/welcomehome

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: PLANT PACKAGE

Plant Package subscriptions make gardening easy by delivering plants, pots, and soil right to your doorstep. 

In each themed box, they send you everything you need to create a beautiful potted arrangement – four fully-grown plants ranging from flowers and foliage to herbs and fruits, a pot, the right amount of soil, nutrients, and if you want – a cool accessory. You just assemble with confidence! With Plant Package, the prep work of gardening is done for you!  Plant Package is perfect for parents looking for a quick, easy, relatively mess-free activity to do with the kids, people interested in gardening who get overwhelmed by all the plant options at garden centers, or anyone short on time (hint: Plant Package only takes about 20 minutes to assemble!)

Right now, Plant Package is offering listeners of Welcome Home a FREE first box.

Just visit PlantPackage.com/welcomehome to choose a delivery option -- then use promo code WELCOMEHOME at checkout to receive your first box FREE!

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: ANA LUISA

Ana Luisa brings exceptional jewelry into the life of every woman - one collection at a time.  The creators of Ana Luisa come from the world of high-fashion jewelry, where they’ve spent years designing for the most coveted brands. Their mission is to offer the same high quality directly to you – without the high mark-up.

It takes 20 tons of earth mining to produce a single ring of gold. That’s why brands refuse to tell where their gold comes from. That’s why we use 100% recycled gold in our products. Cheap breakable jewelry is rarely recycled, it’s a huge waste for the environment.

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On today’s episode we’re talking to the grandfather of luxury and the man who set the gold standard for treating people like royalty, the founder of the famed Ritz Carlton Hotels, Horst Shulze.

We’ll discuss why a business book on hospitality might just be the greatest etiquette book ever written, and how it’s impossibly difficult to get thrown out of a Ritz Carlton.  

Plus the real story on hotel key cards, making the daily decision to love your spouse, and in depth look why a hotel tycoon is the unsung hero of everyone’s favorite chicken sandwich. 

For those who enjoyed this interview and would like to learn more, we highly recommend Horst Shulze's new book; Excellence Wins. 

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: PLANT PACKAGE

Plant Package subscriptions make gardening easy by delivering plants, pots, and soil right to your doorstep. 

In each themed box, they send you everything you need to create a beautiful potted arrangement – four fully-grown plants ranging from flowers and foliage to herbs and fruits, a pot, the right amount of soil, nutrients, and if you want – a cool accessory. You just assemble with confidence! With Plant Package, the prep work of gardening is done for you!  Plant Package is perfect for parents looking for a quick, easy, relatively mess-free activity to do with the kids, people interested in gardening who get overwhelmed by all the plant options at garden centers, or anyone short on time (hint: Plant Package only takes about 20 minutes to assemble!)

Right now, Plant Package is offering listeners of Welcome Home a FREE first box.

Just visit PlantPackage.com/welcomehome to choose a delivery option -- then use promo code WELCOMEHOME at checkout to receive your first box FREE!

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: CARBONA

Carbona is a household brand that’s been helping people live a life unstained for more than a century (how’s that for experience!?).  They are whole-heartedly obsessed with all things clean, so they developed a wide range of solutions, from laundry to carpet care, that deliver impressively tidy results.

In addition to being passionate about cleanliness, they are also science-savvy! Each of their products is scientifically-formulated to effectively take on the task at hand.

Try any of these great products from Carbona!

Color Grabber:  (Laundry) Keeps clothes looking new longer!  This allows you to wash mixed-colored laundry loads with confidence and prevents color runs and bleeds. Stain Devils:  (Laundry) #1 specialty stain remover! So much better than a multipurpose remover. No two stains are alike, so you need to treat the stain with a specific formula.  2 in 1 Carpet Cleaner : Oxy-powered formula with Active Foam TechnologyTM for effective stain and odor removal (takes out everything from mud to wine!) Built-in 2 in 1 brush top tackles stain at the surface AND deep in the carpet fiber.  2 in 1 Pet Stain & Odor Remover : Oxy-powered formula with Active Foam TechnologyTM is engineered to permanently remove pet stain AND odor. It  also discourages re-soiling Steam Carpet Cleaner : For a full- room deep clean! Remove set-in-soil from carpets and is perfect for high traffic areas. This is safe for all steam cleaning machines Washing Machine Cleaner  Eliminates washing machine odors and maintains machine parts. Complete with activated charcoal to attract odor-causing residue (first of its kind to utilize activated charcoal!)

Use code WELCOMEHOME at Carbona.com to save 20%. Happy cleaning!

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Today on Welcome Home, we’re revisiting one of our most talked about episodes, meal planning! By the end of this episode, you’ll be well on your way to creating a system that will not only save countless hours, and dollars, but have you entertaining like a pro at the drop of a hat.

We’ll dig into the specifics of Graham’s magical meal binder that has worked for her for almost a decade and we’ll chat about what go-to-dinners we’re loving now.

Plus why Walmart has become the new Neiman Marcus, Kirsten’s true feelings about Salmon, and-- right in time for the 4th of July- -our shared moral dilemma over mini-American Flags.

Recipe for OUR FAVORITE Grilled Chicken Marinade:

6 T Mayonnaise 3 T Apple Cider Vinegar 3 T Lemon Juice 1 T Salt 1/2 T Pepper 2 T Sugar Mix all together and pour over 8-10 boneless, skinless, chicken breasts, sliced lengthwise to make thinner. Marinate 1-12 hours, then grill

Thanks to Anita Barnes for the Wonderful Recipe!

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: ANA LUISA

Ana Luisa brings exceptional jewelry into the life of every woman - one collection at a time.  The creators of Ana Luisa come from the world of high-fashion jewelry, where they’ve spent years designing for the most coveted brands. Their mission is to offer the same high quality directly to you – without the high mark-up.

It takes 20 tons of earth mining to produce a single ring of gold. That’s why brands refuse to tell where their gold comes from. That’s why we use 100% recycled gold in our products. Cheap breakable jewelry is rarely recycled, it’s a huge waste for the environment. Big brands charge you 10 times the cost of production - We eliminate the retail mark-up, keeping the prices as fair and accessible as possible. Ana Luisa  products come from the same jewelers as Tiffany’s and Louis Vuitton, we are so confident in our quality that we offer a complimentary one-year warranty on every product Check their designs out at www.analuisa.com/WelcomeHome and use promo code WelcomeHome10 for $10 off of your purchase. We know you will love them!

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: CARBONA

Carbona is a household brand that’s been helping people live a life unstained for more than a century (how’s that for experience!?).  They are whole-heartedly obsessed with all things clean, so they developed a wide range of solutions, from laundry to carpet care, that deliver impressively tidy results.

In addition to being passionate about cleanliness, they are also science-savvy! Each of their products is scientifically-formulated to effectively take on the task at hand.

Try any of these great products from Carbona!

Color Grabber:  (Laundry) Keeps clothes looking new longer!  This allows you to wash mixed-colored laundry loads with confidence and prevents color runs and bleeds. Stain Devils:  (Laundry) #1 specialty stain remover! So much better than a multipurpose remover. No two stains are alike, so you need to treat the stain with a specific formula.  2 in 1 Carpet Cleaner : Oxy-powered formula with Active Foam TechnologyTM for effective stain and odor removal (takes out everything from mud to wine!) Built-in 2 in 1 brush top tackles stain at the surface AND deep in the carpet fiber.  2 in 1 Pet Stain & Odor Remover : Oxy-powered formula with Active Foam TechnologyTM is engineered to permanently remove pet stain AND odor. It  also discourages re-soiling Steam Carpet Cleaner : For a full- room deep clean! Remove set-in-soil from carpets and is perfect for high traffic areas. This is safe for all steam cleaning machines Washing Machine Cleaner  Eliminates washing machine odors and maintains machine parts.

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On today’s episode we’re helping you pack up, say goodbye, and start life afresh--it’s our HOW TO MOVE WELL EPISODE!   We’ll offer tips and tricks on hitting the ground running, and a few what not to do’s as well!

Plus... luxurious 90’s bedrooms, why house arrest may be the ultimate form of self care, and what may just be the best new potluck party theme idea we’ve ever heard of.

This episode was inspired by a question from a listener: 

“We are a military family who moves every 2-3 years. We are preparing for a move. In order to celebrate our time in this current location as well as to honor the friendships we've made, we plan to throw ourselves a "Goodbye Party." This will also be an efficient way to say goodbye to many people at one time. We've found when we move, it is such a busy time, we do not always have time for one-on-ones with individuals.

My question is: how do I word all this on an invitation? It feels awkward to call this a GoodBye party since we are hosting it ourselves! But that is what it is.

Links mentioned in this episode:

https://makespace.com/blog/posts/moving-packing-tips/ https://www.updater.com/moving-tips/top-50-moving-hacks-of-all-time https://www.shutterfly.com/ideas/going-away-party-ideas/ https://www.extraspace.com/blog/life-transitions/welcome-new-neighbors/ https://www.hgtv.com/design/decorating/clean-and-organize/9-ideas-for-welcoming-new-neighbors

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: ANA LUISA

Ana Luisa brings exceptional jewelry into the life of every woman - one collection at a time.  The creators of Ana Luisa come from the world of high-fashion jewelry, where they’ve spent years designing for the most coveted brands. Their mission is to offer the same high quality directly to you – without the high mark-up.

It takes 20 tons of earth mining to produce a single ring of gold. That’s why brands refuse to tell where their gold comes from. That’s why we use 100% recycled gold in our products. Cheap breakable jewelry is rarely recycled, it’s a huge waste for the environment. Big brands charge you 10 times the cost of production - We eliminate the retail mark-up, keeping the prices as fair and accessible as possible. Ana Luisa  products come from the same jewelers as Tiffany’s and Louis Vuitton, we are so confident in our quality that we offer a complimentary one-year warranty on every product Check their designs out at www.analuisa.com/WelcomeHome and use promo code WelcomeHome10 for $10 off of your purchase. We know you will love them!

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: GREEN CHEF

Green Chef  is a USDA certified organic company that makes eating well easy and affordable with plans to fit every kind of lifestyle

Meals plans include: Paleo, Plant Powered - Vegan & Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Gluten-Free, and Omnivore. Recipes are quick and easy with step-by-step instructions, chef tips, and photos to guide you along Green Chef makes cooking easy and affordable with with dinner options that work around your lifestyle – not the other way around With Green Chef’s wide variety of high quality, clean ingredients, you can feel great about what you’re eating and how it got to your table We have a great deal for our listeners! For a total of $75 off, that’s $25 off each of your first 3 boxes, go to www.GreenChef.us/whpodcast75

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: CARBONA

Carbona is a household brand that’s been helping people live a life unstained for more than a century (how’s that for experience!?).  They are whole-heartedly obsessed with all things clean, so they developed a wide range of solutions, from laundry to carpet care, that deliver impressively tidy results.

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On today’s episode, we’re stamping our passports, letting our imaginations run wild, and talking all about travel! Crystal clear Caribbean waters you never knew were so close, Balineasian rice patties, and Embassy Suites for three day weekends! From last minute travel to trips planned years in advance we're talking about everything from real life concerns when traveling with kids to which fantasy vacations we've been dreaming of! 

We're asking a travel expert  Beth Flowers of Brownell Travel to share her thoughts on where to take our families for our next trip.

Plus how Game of Thrones is inspiring vacationers all over the world, why a British toy store tops both our kids’ lists of favorite travel memories, and why Kirsten wears the training bra of travel. All that and more on this week’s episode of Welcome Home

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: CARBONA

Carbona is a household brand that’s been helping people live a life unstained for more than a century (how’s that for experience!?).  They are whole-heartedly obsessed with all things clean, so they developed a wide range of solutions, from laundry to carpet care, that deliver impressively tidy results.

In addition to being passionate about cleanliness, they are also science-savvy! Each of their products is scientifically-formulated to effectively take on the task at hand.

Try any of these great products from Carbona!

Color Grabber:  (Laundry) Keeps clothes looking new longer!  This allows you to wash mixed-colored laundry loads with confidence and prevents color runs and bleeds. Stain Devils:  (Laundry) #1 specialty stain remover! So much better than a multipurpose remover. No two stains are alike, so you need to treat the stain with a specific formula.  2 in 1 Carpet Cleaner : Oxy-powered formula with Active Foam TechnologyTM for effective stain and odor removal (takes out everything from mud to wine!) Built-in 2 in 1 brush top tackles stain at the surface AND deep in the carpet fiber.  2 in 1 Pet Stain & Odor Remover : Oxy-powered formula with Active Foam TechnologyTM is engineered to permanently remove pet stain AND odor. It  also discourages re-soiling Steam Carpet Cleaner : For a full- room deep clean! Remove set-in-soil from carpets and is perfect for high traffic areas. This is safe for all steam cleaning machines Washing Machine Cleaner  Eliminates washing machine odors and maintains machine parts. Complete with activated charcoal to attract odor-causing residue (first of its kind to utilize activated charcoal!)

Use code WELCOMEHOME at Carbona.com to save 20%. Happy cleaning!

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On today’s episode, we’re talking spring cleaning! But don’t worry, there is not a broom or mop in sight! Instead, we’re chatting about a few things that we think have passed their prime and need to be kicked to the curb.  

Will you agree with us?  Do you have a list of your own?  What are you just so OVER?

Plus...Why Cracker Barrel is the Neiman Marcus of country cooking,  the truth about whether Graham is really over her obsession with Suze Orman, and a serious look at all things bacon.

All that and more on this week’s episode of Welcome Home.  

This episode is based on the Washington Post's Annual Spring Cleaning Article.   SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: AURA FRAMES

Aura makes gorgeous, living room-worthy frames and was picked as one of Oprah’s Favorite Things of 2018, which is 2nd time on the list (2016)!

The frames feature ultra high definition display; it's the best screen resolution on the market! You'll also receive unlimited free photo storage, so you never run out of space. The frame utilizes a free, easy-to-use app. Simply choose your photos and they'll appear on your frame like magic, wherever it is in the world. No memory cards required.

We've got a great deal for "Welcome Home" listeners: 

Visit www.Auraframes.com and use code “welcomehome” for $50 off any frame! 

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: CARBONA

Carbona is a household brand that’s been helping people live a life unstained for more than a century (how’s that for experience!?).  They are whole-heartedly obsessed with all things clean, so they developed a wide range of solutions, from laundry to carpet care, that deliver impressively tidy results.

In addition to being passionate about cleanliness, they are also science-savvy! Each of their products is scientifically-formulated to effectively take on the task at hand.

Try any of these great products from Carbona!

Color Grabber:  (Laundry) Keeps clothes looking new longer!  This allows you to wash mixed-colored laundry loads with confidence and prevents color runs and bleeds. Stain Devils:  (Laundry) #1 specialty stain remover! So much better than a multipurpose remover. No two stains are alike, so you need to treat the stain with a specific formula.  2 in 1 Carpet Cleaner : Oxy-powered formula with Active Foam TechnologyTM for effective stain and odor removal (takes out everything from mud to wine!) Built-in 2 in 1 brush top tackles stain at the surface AND deep in the carpet fiber.  2 in 1 Pet Stain & Odor Remover : Oxy-powered formula with Active Foam TechnologyTM is engineered to permanently remove pet stain AND odor. It  also discourages re-soiling Steam Carpet Cleaner : For a full- room deep clean! Remove set-in-soil from carpets and is perfect for high traffic areas. This is safe for all steam cleaning machines Washing Machine Cleaner  Eliminates washing machine odors and maintains machine parts. Complete with activated charcoal to attract odor-causing residue (first of its kind to utilize activated charcoal!)

Use code WELCOMEHOME at Carbona.com to save 20%. Happy cleaning!

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On today’s episode, we’re talking with the one and only Ty Pennington about his new show, new book, and why America is so enamored with DIY and home renovation.

We’ll take you behind the scenes of Extreme Makeover Home Edition and talk about why getting to help real life families in need might just be the greatest job in the whole world!

Plus, what it takes to be the Christopher Columbus of the Television DIY Movement, why building someone a coffin may just land you your dream job and the truth about what really happens in 48 hours on Trading Spaces. Sponsor Spotlight: Green Chef

Green Chef is a USDA certified organic company that includes everything you need to easily cook delicious meals that you can feel good about. Meals plans include: Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Mediterranean, Heart Smart, Lean & Clean, Keto, Gluten-Free, and Omnivore so there is certain to be a plan that works perfectly for your family.

Let Green Chef do the meal planning, grocery shopping, and most of the prep for you week after week with a diverse array of recipes that range from global cuisines to classic comfort foods all with a signature touch.  Recipes are quick and easy with step-by-step instructions, chef tips, and photos to guide you along!

For $50 off your first box of Green Chef, go to GreenChef.us/whpodcast

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: AURA FRAMES

Aura makes gorgeous, living room-worthy frames and was picked as one of Oprah’s Favorite Things of 2018, which is 2nd time on the list (2016)!

The frames feature ultra high definition display; it's the best screen resolution on the market! You'll also receive unlimited free photo storage, so you never run out of space. The frame utilizes a free, easy-to-use app. Simply choose your photos and they'll appear on your frame like magic, wherever it is in the world. No memory cards required.

We've got a great deal for "Welcome Home" listeners: 

Visit www.Auraframes.com and use code “welcomehome” for $50 off any frame!