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Around the House is a 20 Year old talk show that focuses on home improvement tips and advice for all things “Around the House”.
Your Host, Scott Brockamp of His Security & Technology, has worked with contractors in new construction and remodeling for more than 25 years.
Join us as we host LOCAL professionals to discuss projects and pitfalls, and receive expert advice for doing your projects “Around the House”.
The show line is always open for your questions and comments at 865-656-8255. You can call or text your questions into the show for our host or guests to help provide answers for your next project.
We will also be focusing on our LOCAL communities by talking with local organizations that many of our homes and businesses support. Just like we do Around MY House, we will talk about what we are going to do and where we are going to go for the weekend or weeks ahead.
Around the House wants to be your weekend source to all that’s happening in our LOCAL communities and Around your House!
Please tune in Saturdays from 7-9 am on News Talk 98.7 WOKI!
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Outdoor Fun: Legacy Parks, Seven Islands Birding Center
This episode explores several options for enjoying nature around Knox County with guests from Legacy Parks Foundation and Seven Islands State Birding Park.
Father’s Day Special with Dawn Steimer
Dawn guest hosts today’s show while Scott celebrates Father’s Day weekend with his family. This episode explores the role fathers, grandfathers, and other male role models play in kids…plus looks at resources available to dads who parent children with special needs. Guests are from Emerald Youth Foundation and Friends of Tennessee’s Babies with Special Needs.
Beat the Summer Heat
Scott is back for the first show since the official beginning of summer. Guests this episode are from CoolVu of Knoxville, a window tinting company, and Central City Heating and Air Conditioning.
National Homeownership Month 2024
A must listen episode if you’re thinking about buying, selling, or financing a home in East Tennessee! Scott’s guests are Janette Burgin, a mortgage banker and local philanthropist, and Realtor Andrew McGranaghan from Wallace Real Estate.
Youth Sports and TN Smokies Baseball
If your household has young athletes, or you enjoy a night at the ballpark, Scott’s guests will entertain and inform. Lady Vol for Life and athletic director for Girls, Inc., Nicky Anosike shares the championship mindset and life lessons she learned while playing for Pat Summitt. Then, Craig Jenkins from the Tennessee Smokies, AA affiliate of the Chicago Cubs, updates us on the new downtown stadium and discusses how baseball attracts fans to the ballpark.
Fun ‘n Games
Scott talks with Austin Martin of WildSide, a new mountain bike and off-road adventure park in Pigeon Forge…and previews the Paris Olympics with Knoxville’s Olympian and TN Sports Hall of Fame member, Missy Kane. Both guests have great advice for people who love the outdoors and want to stay fit for life.
Fresh Food, Clean Water
Scott talks with two local non-profit organizations who are making sure you have access to fresh, farm-to-table food and a clean water source. Guests are from Nourish Knoxville and Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful.
Back to School 2024
Scott talks with guests from the Knox County Health Department and the McNabb Center about back to school considerations for parents of students K-12. Then, in the second hour, the topic is trade school and apprentice school with the Tennessee Association of Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Contractors.
Real Estate Investment and Home Odor Removal
Knoxville, TN leads the country in median home price growth. Does that mean real estate is a good investment? In this episode, Scott talks with Realtor Steven Miller about buying and managing cashflow properties. And if you’re looking at a home that’s a real stinker, Ascent Odor Remediation has a unique method for deodorizing and sanitizing homes.
Smoky Mtn Deck Builders / HomeSource East TN
This episode features custom decks and docks for luxury homes in East Tennessee and Age-in-Place renovations where proceeds are reinvested into housing for families who are struggling to afford a place in a rapidly appreciating real estate market. Guests are Smoky Mountain Deck Builders and HomeSource East Tennessee.
Log Homes / Mobile Mechanic
Guests on this episode are StoneMill Log and Timber Homes – building beautiful and rugged homes for 50 years – and Hughes Mobile Auto Repair. Why not have the mechanic come to you?
Home Warranty / Stained Glass
Dawn Titsworth of 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty and Laura Goff, stained glass artist at Laura Goff Designs join Scott in today’s episode.
Kids’ Health and Education
Having difficulties getting your kids to eat right or develop good study habits now that school is back in session? Our experts from UT Institute of Agriculture and Huntington Learning Center offer helpful advice.
Responsible Dog Ownership
We look at man’s best friend and how we can return the favor to our dogs through responsible pet ownership. Scott talks with the CEO of Young-Williams Animal Center and a behavioral trainer with Zoom Room in Knoxville.
New Realtor Commissions / New Floors
Scott’s guests for this episode are Claudia Stallings, veteran Realtor® and COO of Wallace Real Estate, and Dawn Croegaert with David’s Abbey Carpet and Floors. This show is a must listen if you’re thinking of selling or remodeling your home.
Rustic Wood / Outdoor Decorations
It’s fall, y’all. This episode features rustic, reclaimed wood by Smoky Mountain Vintage Lumber and outdoor lighting and decoration by Shine Knoxville.
Flood Response: Humane Society & HCS Mechanical
As towns in Upper East Tennessee and Western North Carolina recover from flood waters, business and organizations in Knoxville are rallying to send support. This episode features the Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley and HCS Mechanical Contractors in their efforts to help neighbors in crisis.
Breast Cancer Awareness & Financial Planning Month
October is well known for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s also Financial Planning Month. In this episode, Scott talks with one of the Men Wear Pink of Knoxville campaign ambassadors, Tyrone Beach from the Muse Knoxville, and “The Organized Investor” Jerry Goodman, CPA.
Men Wear Pink / Parade of Homes
Scott introduces us to another Men Wear Pink campaign ambassador, Gary Watlington of HIS Security & Technology. Then, Lisa Smith from Ferguson and the Home Builders Association of Greater Knoxville previews the 2024 Parade of Homes.
Flood Relief / Kitchen & Bath
Learn how you can help families displaced by the devastating flooding in East Tennessee communities make sure their kids get toys for Christmas through Santa’s Smoky Mountain Run and Dr. Vivian Shipe. Also in this episode, Jennifer Bailey of Tile Sensations shares the latest in products and designs for kitchen and bath renovations.
Accent Walls / Streaming TV
In this episode of Around the House with Scott Brockamp…Rebuild My Wall – a new Knoxville contractor that specializes in accent walls and custom woodworking projects – and Ty Claiborne with LocalTVPro.com, an authorized retailer for several satellite and streaming TV services.
The Real Homeshow part 3
Guests Josh Sanderson of Smithbuilt Homes and Lisa Smith from Ferguson Supply. Josh, a 3rd generation home builder talks about our local market and being a part of the HBAGK. Lisa shares about the Ferguson Showroom and all the amazing products they have to offer!
Preview of The Real Homeshow
Our guests, Josh Irick of The Honey Do Service, a handyman service and general contractor and Adam Clark of True Metal, a distributor and supplier of metal roofing products. We will learn of things to look for in a remodel project as well as bust the myths of metal roofing!
HBAGK Home Show part 1
Nathan Anderson of A&C Trades and Robbie Kidd of Blinds and More join Scott to talk about The Real Home Show produced by the Home Builders Association of Greater Knoxville!
Dawn’s Farewell Show
Listen to the founders of Around the House, and all of those who have been so instrumental in Dawn’s success through the years! Guests include: Dave Foulk, Martha Riordan, Christine Dean, Debbie Patrick and Scott Brockamp.