Spotless

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.

171: Curb Appeal 06/09/2025

171: Curb Appeal Hanna and Andrew talk about the fine line between leaving free stuff on the curb and illegal dumping. And the Scrub Jockeys weigh-in with some of their best streetside finds! /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/36929825

170: For The Smell Of It 05/26/2025

170: For The Smell Of It Andrew reveals a big twist in his ongoing air freshener saga. Hanna’s got some solid seasonal advice regarding coolers. And they are excited to talk about curbside treasures and curbside trash with the Scrub Jockeys. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/36718285

169: Break Time 05/12/2025

169: Break Time Andrew’s been dealing with a significant case of the dropsies lately, which is leading to more, shall we say, cleaning opportunities. He and Hanna also learn about some of the wonderful tools used by car detailers, and now they’re going to buy them all. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/36541285

168: Duvet Or Don’t They? 04/29/2025

168: Duvet Or Don’t They? Hanna and Andrew find a handy-dandy guide explaining the differences between various bed linens. They also each completed two big cleaning projects that were affecting their mental health. And a Scrub Jockey on offers some brilliant insights on why it can be more fun to clean other people’s spaces. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/36349670

167: Rolllin’ With The Lomis 04/14/2025

167: Rolllin’ With The Lomis Andrew finally gets to tell Hanna all about his latest adventures with his Lomi composter. Hanna just finished a big painting project that included a big cleaning project. And a Scrub Jockey has a keen idea to help Andrew get his drawers organized. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/36111455

166: It’s Curtains For You! 03/31/2025

166: It’s Curtains For You! The Scrub Jockeys have a lot to say about shower curtains after hearing about Hanna and Andrew’s search for replacements. Plus, Andrew enlisted Genevieve to help keep his socks organized. And Hanna stumbled on a great cleaning tip for when you’re expecting houseguests. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/35951435

165: Would You Lather 03/17/2025

165: Would You Lather Hanna brings a fun game to the pod based on a real-life bathroom nightmare that she’s living through. Andrew admits to the most horrifically embarrassing cleaning story of his life. And the Scrub Jockeys have lots of feelings and ideas about laundry soap vessels! /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/35738410

164: Lint Condition 03/03/2025

164: Lint Condition Andrew is dealing with a smell-related situation that might be health related or might just be karma. Plus, “False Spring” is hampering Hanna’s real Spring cleaning plans. And the Scrub Jockey’s have more examples of joy through deferred cleaning. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/35518395

163: Rug Of Choice 02/18/2025

163: Rug Of Choice /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/35323420

162: 2 Soap Queens 02/03/2025

162: 2 Soap Queens Hanna and Andrew both belong to divided houses when it comes to laundry detergent choices. Can they find a middle ground? Plus, they introduce a new, snappy segment called “Things That You Purposely Don't Clean A Lot So That They're Super Dirty When You Finally Clean Them And It's Super Satisfying.” /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/35139135

161: Vacuum Attachment Disorder 01/20/2025

161: Vacuum Attachment Disorder Andrew has a eureka moment during a drug-induced cleaning frenzy, leading Hanna to quiz him on the proper use of vacuum attachments. Plus, a Scrub Jockey shares a cleaning scene from a Virginia Woolf novel with a dramatic reading fit for Audible.com. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/34928075

160: What Goes Around Crumbs Around 01/06/2025

160: What Goes Around Crumbs Around A new appliance in Andrew’s kitchen forces him to face the crud that accumulated under the old one…and it’s not pretty. He and Hanna also discuss the urge to clean other people’s messes. And a new paper towel commercial says a lot about America’s changing attitudes in the kitchen. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/34747220

159: All’s Fair In Oven War 12/16/2024

159: All’s Fair In Oven War Hanna discovers a cleaning-related catastrophe (or dog-tastrophe?) while decorating her Christmas tree. Plus, a Scrub Jockey unearths some amazing footage of Don Aslett, the Patron Saint Of Spotless Pod. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/34476415

158: Bin Around The Block 12/02/2024

158: Bin Around The Block Hanna and Andrew learn about an ultra-local service related to trash-day pickup that has their undivided attention. Hanna also helps Andrew with a post-Thanksgiving tradition that he’s struggling with this year. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/34211785

157: I Can Hardly Container Myself 11/19/2024

157: I Can Hardly Container Myself Hanna offers a refresher course on How To Be Spotless This Thanksgiving. She and Andrew also discuss towels -- both cleaning them and using them to clean ourselves. And a Scrub Jockey has some shocking advice regarding Brillo pads. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/33988682

156: Scour Thoughts 11/04/2024

156: Scour Thoughts Hanna and Andrew BOTH have Brillo Pads on the mind today, along with Scrub Daddies, Scrub Mommies and other members of the Scrub Family. Plus, Andrew accidentally invented something while showering. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/33785362

155: Stain Alive 10/21/2024

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. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/33559582

154: Common Scents 10/07/2024

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. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/33367927

153: Sheet Just Got Real 09/23/2024

153: Sheet Just Got Real 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. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/33175222

152: Be Steel My Heart 09/09/2024

152: Be Steel My Heart 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. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/32721772

151: Shower Tools 08/26/2024

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. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/32721617

150: Counter Point 08/12/2024

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. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/32526992

149: Been There, Dawn That 07/30/2024

149: Been There, Dawn That 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. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/32341122

148: Hot Button Issue 07/16/2024

148: Hot Button Issue 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. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/32154867

147: Where The Dread Fern Grows 07/02/2024

147: Where The Dread Fern Grows Andrew has some dirty velcro, Hanna has some spooky neighbors, and a Scrub Jockey has problems with procrastination. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/31975307

146: Agitator? I Hardly Know Her! 06/18/2024

146: Agitator? I Hardly Know Her! 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. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/31782487

145: Vlad The Impeller 06/03/2024

145: Vlad The Impeller Andrew has an important philosophical question about pet food dishes. Hanna’s got a clutch of some fancy lookin’ floor cleaners. And Scrub Jockeys have questions about washing machines and stories about dog grooming gone wrong. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/31587737

144: Electron Avenue 05/21/2024

144: Electron Avenue An honest-to-gosh physicist calls in with some laundry advice, and a Scrub Jockey shares how she survived the worst cleaning nightmare she could imagine. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/31395802

143: Cooler Story, Bro 05/07/2024

143: Cooler Story, Bro Hanna and Andrew brace themselves for their first macrame-related question, while a Scrub Jockey deals with a Yeti situation from hell. /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/31167637

142: That Time Of The Moth 04/22/2024

142: That Time Of The Moth /episode/index/show/spotlesspod/id/30943103

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