Podcasts by Ask An Architect

Ask An Architect

Do you have a question about Architecture or construction that needs answering? Jeremy (the Architect) and Keith (the contractor) Olsen are here to give you the straight dope on all your questions about the built environment. We want to talk about our favorite subject-Architecture and building-and help our listening friends along the way.

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Episode 21 from 2012-02-25T23:54:43

Jeremy and Keith explain why they avoid taping drywall themselves, what the differences are in drywall taping compounds and explain what a Level 5 finish (shout out to the gypsum assoication).  ...

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Episode 20 from 2012-02-14T04:45:46

Jeremy and Keith explore radiant tubing, window replacement for glass block in a masonry opening, and how one becomes an Architect.  Tympanum, anyone? Not short, but very sweet!

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Episode 19 from 2012-01-26T04:22:49

Welcome to the 2012 season of Ask An Architect!   In this season premiere episde we answer a question about a condo building roof, figure out how an air conditioner works, and Keith tells us wha...

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Episode 18 from 2011-11-23T05:36:39

Here's the belated Halloween Episode you've been anxiously awaiting.  What can I say? We're busy guys and not immune to fall illnesses.  Back in the saddle and ready to kick some AAA butt, the e...

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Episode 17 from 2011-10-14T03:47:06

Keith and Jeremy explain what tempered glass is, and knock out knock down door frames.  Plus Jeremy says he's sorry. 

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Our contact info from 2011-09-28T21:47:38

You can ask us a question or leave us a comment in a number of ways:

Make a blog comment with your question or comment on this here blog site: askanarchitect.libsyn.com

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Episode 16 from 2011-09-28T04:13:13

We're discussing a really tough masonry wall moisture issue, talking about Teflon tape, and alternatives to stone countertops 

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Episode 15 from 2011-09-02T06:32:44

A wood show! We make sense of a cedar shingle siding repainting dilemma, figure out what WWPA stands for, and gain some understanding on why wood moves and how to select straight lumber at the l...

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Episode 14 from 2011-08-09T03:51:37

Our hosts discuss re-roofing a Chicago six-flat.  We figure out where to put the insulation and what kind of roof to use.  Plus what does "US26D" mean? 

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Episode 13 from 2011-07-25T03:43:37

Jeremy and Keith answer questions on lightning protection and liens and argue about what stone countertop material is better in "which is better".  Best wishes and get well soon, Mrs. J!  

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Episode 12 from 2011-07-17T04:31

Keith and Jeremy solve all Joy's problems- what to do with a cast iron tub that needs an upgrade, and how keep those pesky leaves out of your gutters.  Jeremy explains how to hook up an emergenc...

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Episode 11 from 2011-07-08T04:11:30

Recording on location, Jeremy and Keith explain tub and shower mixing valves, pick their favorite wood glue, and wax poetic about subfloor preparation.  Anybody know where to get a forklift? 

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Episode 10 from 2011-06-23T21:13

Jeremy and Keith rap about renovating a bathroom, discuss the nuances of electrical tape, and tackle the installation of a light dimmer switch.  Happy Father's day, yo!

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Episode 9 from 2011-06-13T04:49

The Paint show spectacular! Sweetness wants to strip (a medicine cabinet), Keith and Jeremy discuss painting a child's bedroom. and Keith has some pretty bad luck.

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Episode 8 from 2011-06-02T03:54

After a little hiatus (sorry folks) Jeremy and keith are back tackling the big questions, like durable choices for exterior trim, the Acronym of the Week (EPS & XPS), and their favorite tools. <...

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Episode 7 from 2011-05-18T03:40

Keith and Jeremy tackle a wet basement carpet, fire rated wood doors and NM cable.  

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Follow us on Twitter from 2011-05-09T20:26:49

As an added bonus, you can follow the show on Twitter. http://twitter.com/#!/AskNArchitect.  We'll tweet when and what we're covering, when show...

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AAA anounces Official Podcast Stationer from 2011-05-09T19:28:11

Jeremy & Keith are pleased to announce the Official Stationer to the Ask An Architect podcast is friend of the podcast, Jennifer Olsen. 

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Where's that music from? from 2011-05-09T18:15

In case your wondering where we got our show's theme music, it's written and performed by friend of the Podcast, Architect 25.  Check out his website and music at Listen

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Episode 6 from 2011-05-07T05:02

This episode Jeremy and Keith figure out how to stop a squeeky floor, Keith explains SIPs, and Jeremy reveals the mystery of reveals. 

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Episode 5 from 2011-04-30T01:58

Relocating heating piping, AAC, and backer rod. Go Bulls! 

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How do I ask a question??? from 2011-04-17T19:56

We have not yet figured out the best way to have people submit questions.  In the meantime, please ask a question by posting a comment to this blog post.   Any question will do.  Bring it! 

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Episode 4 from 2011-04-16T21:35

Phenomenology? SHGC, and Windows- Keith needs a drink. 

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Episode 3 from 2011-04-10T02:03

Stucco repairs, LVLs, & Salt, oh my!

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Episode 2 from 2011-04-01T16:07

Wood Floors, VOCs and AIA (huh?) Only one question this week 'cause Jeremy can't stop speaking in acronyms.   Getting better...

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We're live! from 2011-03-16T02:08:24

At long last Keith and I are up and running with our podcast.  This "soft release version" is to test out the functionality ofthe RSS feed and the blog.  I want to do some enhancements to the sh...

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Episode 1 from 2011-03-15T03:48

Rotting mudsills, GMPs, and fuzzy bricks explained

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