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Spotless

Hanna Brooks Olsen and Andrew Walsh
155 episodes   Last Updated: Oct 21, 24
Spotless is a podcast about cleaning, hosted by Hanna Brooks Olsen and Andrew Walsh. They help listeners with cleaning-related questions, test drive new scrubbing techniques, and complain about the way people vacuum in the movies.

Episodes

Oct 21, 2024
155: Stain Alive
Hanna teaches Andrew something very surprising (and messy) about dogs. Andrew tells Hanna how he got duck poop in his hair. And a Scrub Jockey offers some shocking advice on cleaning fireplace glass.
Oct 07, 2024
154: Common Scents
Andrew has entered into a world of cleaning-related psy/ops that he’s not entirely comfortable with. Hanna has some important advice regarding retractable dog leashes. And a Scrub Jockey needs help with his box fans. 
Andrew takes a big step back in his evolution toward earth-friendly cleaning supplies…and he’s LOVING IT. Hanna has her own cleaning confession to make, and the Scrub Jockeys with college dorm showers and the aftermath of a kitchen disaster. 
Hanna and Andrew cautiously tread into the dubious world of Buzzfeed listicles to take a look at a possible solution to their stainless steel appliance woes. They also hear from a listener who has some interesting info about our pets food bowls. 
Aug 26, 2024
151: Shower Tools
Hanna and Andrew pay tribute to Don Aslett, the spiritual godfather of the Spotless Pod, who passed away recently. Plus, Andrew has a new bathroom-cleaning tool that he’s quite excited about.
Aug 12, 2024
150: Counter Point
After a trip to the East Coast, Hanna has some important questions about cleaning luggage. She and Andrew also discuss stinky kitchen counters, mattress cleaning hacks, and a special moment Andrew shared with his mop and his vacuum.   
Andrew isn’t as excited about his new vacuum as he should be. Maybe it’s hormonal? Hanna’s dealing with a cleaning disappointment of her own. And the Scrub Jockeys have conundrums involving dish soap, old VHS tapes, and a movie from the 1930s.
Hanna was very excited -- possibly too excited -- when she learned how cleaning factors into her new job at the state lotto. We also get an update on the family power washer and how Hanna’s dad is using it to make ladies swoon.
Andrew has some dirty velcro, Hanna has some spooky neighbors, and a Scrub Jockey has problems with procrastination. 
Andrew’s out here talking suction cups again, while Hanna’s in the market for every Scrub Jockey’s dream product. They also check the phone line to find out that people have VERY STRONG OPINIONS about impeller-style washers.