Episode 1900
New Year, New Ideas: Help Shape the Future of Around the House!
Join Eric G as he wraps up the year and shares an exciting preview of what's to come in 2025 for Around the House. He expresses gratitude towards listeners for making the past year a success and invites feedback on show ideas for the upcoming year. With new guests, trade shows, and fresh content on the horizon, Eric is eager to enhance the listening experience for everyone. He also highlights important safety recalls, including a warning about lithium-ion batteries, and emphasizes the growing social media presence of the show. As the year comes to a close, Eric encourages listeners to enjoy the holiday season safely and to stay tuned for more engaging content in the new year.
The latest installment of Around the House, hosted by Eric G., reflects on the successful year of 2024 while looking forward to the exciting developments that 2025 promises. As Eric shares his gratitude towards the listeners, he emphasizes the importance of their support, which has made the show one of the most successful in its 36-year history. The episode captures the essence of community and collaboration as Eric invites listeners to contribute their ideas for future shows, highlighting a strong desire to connect with the audience personally. Through a conversational tone, he encourages suggestions that could enhance the content, suggesting that the show is an evolving platform responsive to its listeners' needs.
In addition to listener engagement, Eric discusses the upcoming plans for the show, including new guests and trade shows, which will introduce fresh products and insights to the audience. He hints at the potential for groundbreaking content in the new year, building anticipation around the topics that will be explored. The episode serves as a celebration of the past year's achievements while also setting the stage for innovation in the coming months. Eric’s insights into material prices and recalls, such as the Chevron North America battery recall, offer practical information for homeowners, reinforcing the show’s commitment to providing valuable home improvement advice. This blend of gratitude, forward-thinking, and actionable content makes the episode a compelling listen for both long-time fans and newcomers alike.
Takeaways:
- Eric G expresses gratitude for the listeners who made the past year successful.
- The show will feature new guests and trade shows in 2025, promising exciting content.
- Listeners are encouraged to submit their ideas for future episodes directly to Eric G.
- Material prices for home improvement projects may see changes in the coming months.
- The podcast will expand its social media presence and video content in 2024.
- Listeners should stay informed about recalls, especially concerning battery hazards for tools.
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Companies mentioned in this episode:
- Chevron
- Skill
- Lowe's
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Transcript
It's around the House.
Speaker A:When it comes to remodeling and renovating your home, there is a lot to know, but we've got you covered.
Speaker A:This is around the House.
Eric G.:Welcome to the Round the House show, the next generation of home improvement.
Eric G.:I'm Eric G.
Eric G.:Happy New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, depending when you're checking up on this as we're ringing out a 24 and ringing in 25.
Eric G.:Can't believe it has been another year already.
Eric G.:And it has been such a great year for the around the House show.
Eric G.:And I just want to thank all of you people out there.
Eric G.:Yes, you, I'm talking to you that are listening to this show on the radio, on the podcast, on YouTube, streaming online, depending on where you're catching it, all of you have made this one of our most successful years of the show.
Eric G.:And that says a lot considering there have been 36 years of the show.
Eric G.:So I just want to say thank you to everybody out there that is catching the show.
Eric G.: g new stuff coming up here in: Eric G.:We've got new guests.
Eric G.:We have some great trade shows.
Eric G.:We'll be going to to talking people about new products.
Eric G.:There is going to be so much going on that I'm so excited to share with you guys this next year.
Eric G.:It is going to be an epic one.
Eric G.:So if you thought this year was great, wait till next year.
Eric G.:Now, here's one thing I'd love to hear from you, our listener.
Eric G.: you had added to the show for: Eric G.:One way to do it, just jump over to around the House Online.
Eric G.:There's a contact button right there.
Eric G.:You can do it right there.
Eric G.:That goes to my inbox, guys.
Eric G.:That goes to me.
Eric G.:I don't have somebody else filtering it.
Eric G.:If you want to talk to me, that is the easiest place to do it.
Eric G.:So head to aroundthehouse online.com.
Eric G.:that's our website.
Eric G.:I'd love to hear suggestions.
Eric G.:Maybe it's something that we can put in a future episode.
Eric G.:Maybe it's something I've totally missed and I'm like, oh, thank you.
Eric G.:Let's do a show on that.
Eric G.:There's so many of those that I'd love to do coming up.
Eric G.:And we got a great show coming up this weekend as well on the radio.
Eric G.:So keep, don't wait.
Eric G.:We've got two great shows coming up, two hours of radio this weekend.
Eric G.:Brand new stuff for you.
Eric G.:No, best of this holiday.
Eric G.:We wanted to Keep working through to get you new stuff all year round.
Eric G.:Real quick here.
Eric G.:Before we get off into anything else here, I wanted to say there's a couple little recalls out there.
Eric G.:Chevron North America recalls skill 40 volt 5amp hour lithium ion batteries for Skill lawnmowers and outdoor tools due to fire or burn hazard.
Eric G.:So take a look at those.
Eric G.:That's a big one right there.
Eric G.:And I want to make sure that if you've got those that you take a look at that.
Eric G.:Follow the warnings over on that.
Eric G.:We covered a lot of these last week, so really there's not a ton of new stuff on there.
Eric G.:That's the big one.
Eric G.:To find out more, head to cpsc.gov but that's a new one that came out this week as well and that's an issue.
Eric G.:Other than that, it's just mostly other stuff.
Eric G.:Some power banks and stuff like that, but not common stuff.
Eric G.:And some plant playground equipment that doesn't really relate to your house.
Eric G.: social media channels here in: Eric G.:So make sure you're following us on YouTube, make sure that you've got that going on as well as we're going to be bringing out even some new stuff for you premium members out there.
Eric G.:If you're not a premium member of the around the House Insider, you get the show two days early, 48 hours early, and then you get a commercial free.
Eric G.:So if you don't to listen to the ads and the podcast and you want those not on there or you want extended content many times, not all the interview shows up on there.
Eric G.:If you're looking for that, it's four bucks a month and you can find that over ataroundthe house online.com.
Eric G.:so really guys, I just wanted to say thank you today for everything you've done for us here at around the House.
Eric G.:All of our great sponsors, make sure you do business with them.
Eric G.:They're the ones that help pay the bills here to keep this show going.
Eric G.:So if you hear an ad from us, that means they're supporting the show and helping you get new content every week.
Eric G.:So I do appreciate your support of those guys.
Eric G.: I can't wait to show you for: Eric G.:One other little tip here too as well.
Eric G.:Boy, I'm seeing material prices again.
Eric G.:You know, I just paid almost 18 bucks a sheet for drywall this last week for a TV shoot going down to my local Lowe's store.
Eric G.:Hopefully here in the next few months, we're gonna see some material prices go down, but we'll have to see some changes out there.
Eric G.:Stay tuned.
Eric G.: er quick if it does happen in: Eric G.:So have fun with your friends over the rest of this holiday weekend here.
Eric G.:If you're off this week, if you're out heading out tonight for New Year's Eve, enjoy yourself, be safe.
Eric G.:Use an Uber if you have to.
Eric G.:Or just stay home and enjoy yourself with family and friends and have a good time.
Eric G.:Happy New Year's, everybody.
Eric G.:Enjoy the holiday season.
Eric G.:No what you're doing and be good to each other.
Eric G.:Thanks for tuning in to around the House.
Eric G.:We'll see you on Saturday.
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