Is Your Fridge Spying on You? + Billy West’s Haunted Bungalow + How Blenders Changed History

Is your smart home spying on you? Cybersecurity expert Patricia Egger reveals what your connected appliances know about you and how to protect your privacy. Then, Futurama voice actor Billy West takes us inside his haunted 1926 Hollywood bungalow, where mysterious ghosts and old Hollywood history collide. Plus, uncover the surprising history of the blender, from frozen daiquiris to groundbreaking DNA research. And in House Therapy, a couple battles over whether to turn their unfinished attic into a home office or a kids' playroom. In This Episode You'll Learn: * How to tell whether an oversized HVAC system or undersized ductwork is causing heating problems. * When a leaking shower can be repaired and when it's time to tear it out and start over. * How to deal with an unexpected three-inch difference in floor height during a basement renovation. All of this, plus we’re answering your home improvement questions at 877-864-7460.