Michelle and Rob debate whether adding a blacklight to a grandfather clock to display a uranium glass collection is tacky. They discuss the history of uranium glass, Michelle's various collections, Rob's woodworking hobby, and the aesthetic appeal of the clock. The podcast also includes humorous segments, announcements, and discussions about house decor and organization.
The couple disagreed on whether to install a black light in the grandfather clock for displaying uranium glass.
Michelle believed the only correct way to display uranium glass is under a black light.
Judge Hodgman ordered the installation of a black light but with specific conditions for its usage and praised their home decor balance.
Deep dives
Installing a Blacklight in the Clock
Rob is hesitant to install a black light in the grandfather clock due to concerns about it looking tacky in their dining room.
Michelle's Love for Uranium Glass
Michelle collects uranium glass and believes the only correct way to display it is under a black light.
Rob's Concerns with Glowing Uranium Glass
Rob is worried that having the black light on all year will make their dining room look tacky.
Compromise: Limited Use of Black Light
Judge Hodgman orders the installation of a black light in the clock, but it can only be turned on during Nuctober, occasional display purposes, or when Rob is not home.
Evaluation of Decor and Collections
Judge Hodgman commends their home decor balance and suggests purging excess items in the future.
Michelle brings the case against her husband, Rob. Rob is restoring an old grandfather clock to make it usable as a display case. Michelle would like to display her uranium glass collection in the clock under a blacklight. But Rob thinks adding a blacklight will look tacky. Who’s right? Who’s wrong? With Guest Bailiff Monte Belmonte!
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