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The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe
342: Kevin O'Connor—Apple Juice and Saltines
Aug 29, 2023
This Old House’s Kevin O’Connor talks about landing his job on the longest-running how-to show on TV, embedding with Team Rubicon for his Roku show, masculinity, and treating a razor wound. Banter about shaving mishaps and remedies included.
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- Highlighting experts and their knowledge is key to the success of shows like This Old House.
- The decline in trade skills enrollment and devaluation of manual labor negatively affect young men's career opportunities.
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The Importance of Authenticity and Expert Advice
The host, Kevin O'Connor, discusses the value of authenticity and the role of experts on the show. He emphasizes the importance of having professional contractors as the cast of This Old House and allowing them to share their expertise. He believes that the show's success lies in highlighting the professionals and their knowledge, rather than trying to be the expert himself.
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