Non Toxic Environments Home Health & Wellness
Episodes
Concrete and Stone Sealers
05 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sealers, waterproofers, water repellants...so many terms, so many different products! What are they and why do we need all of them? This episodes ...
Making Lemonade Out Of Lemons
22 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You've all heard me say that no project ever goes perfectly smooth. Mother Nature can drop 10 inches of rain. Sub-contractors ignore your request to...
Our Own Personal Influencers
15 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, Jay and I talked about some of the more common myths and misconceptions we deal with regularly. This week, we're focusing on the individu...
Eco-myths and Internet Mis-information
08 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I know I've harped on the topic of internet research before, but this episode takes it much further. This week, Jay and I discuss many of the myths ...
Protecting our Homes From Above and Below
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Roofing and waterproofing. A couple things that Jay and I get asked about regularly, but have yet to address here on the show. Since we're in the th...
Protecting the Human Immune System w/ Dr Lisa Nagy
03 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
** ATTENTION ** This is the most important podcast we've ever done ** While the world deals with the COVID-19 virus, we asked our friend Dr. Lisa Nagy...
Strengthening our Home's Immune System
26 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We're obviously in the midst of a world wide health crisis and I know dozens of experts in the alt/health community are podcasting and YouTubing all a...
Takin' it One Day At A Time
18 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello my friends. Just a quick update to let you all know that the work is still going on here and we are ready to help. Jay and I will be back ne...
Specific Subjects of Worry
06 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
So often we have clients that are stuck spinning their wheels because of the fear of too many toxins and pollutants. They use the phrase "what if" w...
Another Dip Into The Mailbag
28 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
So many awesome questions being sent into the show these days, so Jay and Andy use this episode to discuss some of them. Piano's and radiators, ling...
Countertop Options
22 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Granite or quartz? Laminate or Solid surface? Choosing the best material for your project requires an understanding of the function, costs, aestheti...
Bathroom Projects
15 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Its that time of year. We're getting antsy. We want to take on a project in our house but it can't be too big, since spring is around the corner a...
The Hidden Menace
08 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Inside of every home, there are obvious dangers and toxins that we can address, but what about those that aren't so obvious. Jay and I call those the ...
Buying an Older Home
01 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Well folks, I'll warn you that this episode contains some extremely horrible audio. Between my cold and difficult audio connections, this one might...
Electrify Everything
25 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Excellent discussion today with Matt Grocoff, an American environmentalist and sustainability advocate, writer, speaker and founder of the THRIVE Coll...
Welcome to 2020
16 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Oh its so nice to be back! Well, Im back anyways. Jay is still on hiatus but will be on the air with me next week. Today I'm talking about industr...
Goodbye 2019
16 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We're saying goodbye to 2019 and we just cannot begin to express our gratitude for making this such a wonderful year. Through this show, we've reach...
Great Time To Give Our Thanks
28 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The year is winding down and the holidays are upon us. Today. Jay and I take some time to give our thanks to those who help us, and help all our lis...
Navigating Winter Projects
22 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We know how temperatures and humidity can affect the home and home projects during the warm humid summer months, but winter poses just as many problem...
On Vacation
07 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you all for listening to the show...Jay and I are on vacation for a couple weeks to recharge. Today's episode is just a short synopsis of the ...
Plucked straight from the mailbag
01 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
By request, Jay and I tackle a few questions from the mailbag this week including, polishing concrete floors, sealing out smoke from the adjacent apar...
Common Misconceptions
25 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
You've heard this from your contractor, or maybe read it in an online chat group. "That glue will never work" , "that paint only peeled because its ...
Is Chemical Sensitivity All in Your Head??
18 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How many time have you heard THAT line...Its not real, its just in your head. Well today, Jay and I are taking on this topic directly and we'll actu...
The Cost of Healthy Building Pt 2
11 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In the second part of this topic, Jay and I discuss the costs of the interior furnishings and finishes and how they can add up quickly. Once again, ...
The Cost of Healthy Building Pt1
05 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As long as I can remember, there have been three myths about healthy building that are still believed to this day: Its too expensive, the products and...
New Fall Product Releases
27 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Here in Wisconsin, our summers are typically a bit shorter than most of the country. So we embrace the days or warmth and sun and take every advanta...
Electropollution: The Silent Carcinogen
19 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We have been SO EXCITED to bring you all an episode all about electropollution and we were finally able to land author Brandon LaGreca, who joins the ...
Hiring the Right IAQ Professional
13 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
You're investigating noxious, unfamiliar odors in your home and need to hire a professional. Where do you go? Who can you trust? All too often, ...
The Glue That Keeps it All Together
06 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you think about all the items that go into a new home build, most people kind of forget about the glues, adhesives and caulks that are used during ...
Should I Build New or Remodel?
30 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Jay and Andy get many questions like this on a daily basis, so they thought why not have the discussion on the podcast for all to hear! Do I rip ou...
New Flooring Options and Trends
24 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I know we spend an exorbitant amount of time discussing things you shouldn't use in your home, so we decided to start talking about the things we do l...
Constructing a Healthy, High-Performance Home
15 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Water is essential for life, yet can cause so much destruction. Building a healthy home requires the use of many materials, very few as important as...
Offgassing....The Hidden Danger in our Homes
09 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Jay and I today take a deep dive into the extremely important topic of chemical offgassing. What is it? Where does it come from? How long will this ...
Taking a Pulse of the Healthy Building Industry
02 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered what Jay and I do for show prep, this episode is basically just that. We talk, laugh, commiserate and come up with ideas. ...
Project Planning to Avoid Frustration
25 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Its a common theme with many of our episodes. Jay and I will always remind you to prepare your surfaces, prepare the area, manage your expectations!...
When Jay and I need inspiration or information
18 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Neither Jay nor I can ever admit to "knowing it all". Far from it, in fact. Both of us need to refer to others on a regular basis and of course, w...
Monthly Mailbag and New Home Project Updates
11 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This is our monthly episode where Jay and I open up the mailbag and answer listener questions. However, the first half of the show, Jay and I discus...
Recent Formaldehyde Testing Results
27 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I know we've done some episodes on our FRAT system before, but there has been quite a bit of activity with formaldehyde testing in the last few weeks ...
A Substrate Soliloquy
20 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I imagine you've heard an episode or two of this show, so you may know that we always emphasize surface preparation and testing as keys for a successf...
Adopting principals of Feng Shui to make your home a healthier space!
13 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Absolutely fascinating episode this week, folks. I'll admit...Feng Shui has always been a little too 'woo-woo' for me. And if I had to hear one mo...
Why Do We Keep Doing the Same Thing?
06 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As the saying goes, the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and over again, expecting different results. By that definition...
Monthly Mailbag Bonanza
30 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We are definitely in the midst of the construction busy season, so Jay and I are getting lots and lots of great questions coming at us. We decided t...
LIVE at Zuza's Way, Pt 2
18 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of our live event from Zuza's Way in Thiensville Wisconsin. This episode is the Q&A portion of our event. Several great questions from our ...
LIVE at Zuza's Way - Pt.1
18 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Oh boy this was a fun event!! So fun, that we had to break up the recording into two parts for you. Part 1 here is an introduction to Dagmara Beine ...
Permission to Proceed, Good Time of the Year to Tackle Home Projects
09 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is a fun mishmosh of topics related to household projects that are best done as the weather gets nicer. Jay and I virtually walk aro...
Careful What You Sign!
02 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I promise, I do not talk about these issues to alarm you into hiring me or buying the materials I sell. But I know that sometimes it would seem that...
Vastu Design-The Art and Architecture of Healing Spaces
25 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Jay and I today speak with Michael Borden, who is arguably one of the worlds foremost authorities on the subject of Vastu architecture and constructio...
A Conversation with Holistic Nutritionist, Selina Rose
18 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Continuing with our theme of healing, today I get the pleasure of speaking with Selina Rose about her life struggles and how those shaped her into the...
Let The Healing Begin
11 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The best thing about being a podcaster is the people I get to meet, both in interviews, and with our listeners. This episode was a long time coming....
Interviewing My Hero, Debra Lynn Dadd
04 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is a conversation I had recently with Debra Lynn Dadd. Debra is inarguably the definitive voice in the arena of toxin-free consumer ...
Building Way Beyond Green
28 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been on the fence about building a new home, this is a MUST LISTEN TO episode, folks. Pete Donovan and Rus Ackner from Healthy Home Builde...
March Mailbag Madness
21 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Jay and I love all the mail we get from our listeners and clients. So many great questions come our way, that its hard to pick just a few to talk ab...
Starting a Healthy Home Related Business
13 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Before I started this business almost 30 years ago, I enlisted the help of an organization called SCORE. Of course, my mom and dad were the real men...
Healthy Home 'Hacks'
21 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever used one of our AFM Safecoat products in an unusual application and it worked perfectly? Or maybe someone told you about a strange way...
A Little Professional Advice
14 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As a professional myself that deals with home health and wellness, I'm always excited to hear from other professionals about how they can learn more a...
A Discussion about the Holistic Mom's Network
07 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I speak at many events throughout the year and this one is definitely going to be a favorite for me. Today, Im interviewing Jen Norris, who is the C...
Oh Boy its COLD Outside
01 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Last year I did an episode of NTE where I listed off some of the more common materials used for insulation. Since then, Ive received dozens of email...
Round and Round We Go
25 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A client asked me a while back, "what does a day for you really consist of?" Lots of phone calls, emails and face to face customers, for sure. But...
Lots of Home Projects
17 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Now that the holidays are over and the house is getting quiet again, this a great time to start those home projects that you wished you could have don...
Welcome to 2019
10 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
After a much needed break to spend time with family and friends this past holiday season, Jay and Andy are back at it to talk about what this new year...
Whats in Store for 2019?
19 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
For the final episode of 2018, Jay and I answer a few listener questions and discuss our plans for 2019. New shows, new ideas and plenty of opportun...
Naturally Reducing Mold, Bacteria and Viruses in the Home
11 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We've all heard the many suggestions for killing off mold, but honestly, most of them dont work effectively. And the few that do... mold eventually ...
The Meaning behind #LeadNotLeed
05 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
About a year ago, after getting frustrated with my industry for the umpteenth time, I posted a rant on Facebook and used the hashtag LeadnotLEED. Wh...
Customer Service Goes Both Ways!
28 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you are someone who suffers from chemical sensitivity or allergies, you know how difficult it is to try and describe your situation with someone wh...
Giving Thanks
20 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I know its a bit cliche to do a show about giving thanks this time of the year, but Jay and I both feel compelled to do so anyway! Obviously, we wou...
Where There is Smoke
14 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jay and I decided to step back from our usual programming to discuss the wildfires in California. This episode is dedicated to all those who are dea...
Saunas, Yurts, Vans...What Else You Got For Me????
07 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I think it's clear to everyone, that Jay and I love to answer questions. Really doesn't matter what the subject is or how detailed it may be...we ju...
Top 5 Episodes for the Year So Far
30 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
3500 minutes of Non Toxic Environments this year to date and this episode is a review of the best we've done so far. If you've wanted to introduce y...
A Little Q&A Housecleaning
23 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
While I really enjoy choosing one topic and running with it for 30 minutes, sometimes its necessary to answer some questions that we've been asked qui...
Winterizing Your Home
17 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This has been an extraordinarily wet year, so before winter sets in, its important to inspect several areas of your home to prevent that moisture from...
The Hidden Toxins In Cars And How To Make Yours Healthier
10 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As listeners to this show, you are well aware of the toxins we find in our homes every day. We've made many suggestions on how to locate and remediate...
Flipping the Script
03 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Changing things up a bit this week, as Jay sits down with Andy to ask about being a healthy home consultant and what that means for folks who are in n...
Odds and Ends of Paints and Coatings
25 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We're getting such a slew of questions from our listeners these days! Fantastic feedback from everyone. This episode is just taking care of some que...
Finally, Your Healthy Home Away From Home!
18 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Emelie Kamp and her husband Ben, are on a mission to develop the first vacation property in the US specifically designed for folks with illnesses or t...
Attention...This Podcast is Now Gluten-Free ;)
12 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I think by now, most people have heard the term 'greenwashing' and know how to recognize it. Greenwashing, simply put, is a method that manufacturer...
Intro to the Degree of Green Weekly
03 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Starting in the fall of 2018, we will be launching a second program called Degree of Green Weekly, which will contain industry news and weekly reviews...
Would You Like To Talk Wood?
29 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Wood flooring has been used in our homes for centuries. Its durable, provides a feeling of warmth and obviously has an aesthetic most of us apprecia...
The Carpeting Covering Our Floors
26 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In previous episodes, we've discussed that one of the best things you can do in your home to make it a healthier space is to remove the carpet. But,...
The Mailbag Runneth Over !!
14 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Admittedly, this is the absolute busiest time of the year for anyone in the construction industry. And as you can imagine, folks all over the world ...
Reduce Reduce Reduce
07 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Here we are, the dog days of summer. Hot and humid. And while some of us really enjoy this time, your house, the components inside, and most impor...
Followup to the Toxic Home Transformation Summit
24 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Many of our listeners and clients....and about 100,000 other people around the world...tuned in to the Toxic Home Transformation last month and heard ...
Mold, IAQ, Renting...We've Opened Up the Mailbag!
16 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is kind of a grab-bag, mail-bag show, where we tackle some questions from our audience. First off, if you think you have an IAQ prob...
How to Hire a Healthy Home Consultant
09 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Pace has been a healthy home materials consultant for many years and has worked with thousands of satisfied clients all over the world. But eve...
Toxic Home Transformation Promo Quick Take
25 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
VERY short episode this week, as I am speaking at an online event called the Toxic Home Transformation and Im inviting you to sign up and listen for f...
Testing a Home for Formaldehyde Release
21 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
With someone suffering from allergies, asthma and chemical sensitivities, formaldehyde release can be extremely dangerous and trigger may reactions. M...
Creating a Healthy Home Sanctuary
18 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Air pollution kills 2 million people every year, according to a study published in the Journal of Environmental Research Letters. We see one story aft...
7 Ways To Make Your Home Healthy, TODAY
11 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
With a career that spans almost 30 years…most of which in the healthy home realm…Ive pretty much seen it all. Ive worked with close to 20,000 pe...
Quick Take on the F.R.A.T System
09 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
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Green vs Healthy, What does GREEN mean?
09 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 104 deals specifically with the difficulties that consumers fade when trying to purchase building and remodeling materials that are healthy, b...
Into The Fire
04 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is 100% Q&A from email and our Speakpipe web messaging off our Degeeofgreen.com site. Questions this episode deals with the toxicity...
Healthier Ideas About Kitchen and Bath Projects
28 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Kitchen and bath projects are pretty much our #1 topic when we open up the mail bag, so this week we dive in and answer some of those questions. Joi...
Why in the World Does Anyone Care About VOC's?
22 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This episode deals with the nitty gritty details of what a VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) really is and why we even need to care. Of the 88,000 che...
Ep 109, Making Material Decisions
15 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to creating healthy home, choosing materials for everything you see and touch in the home is the most crucial start. Floors, walls, ca...
Quick Take on Internet Research
10 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As an indoor air quality specialist with over 25 years of experience, I get calls regularly from clients worldwide who are trying fix a serious proble...
Ep. 108 Sealing Specific Surfaces
08 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We know that the only way to effectively eliminate toxic off gassing is to remove the source of the pollutant. In many cases, however, this just isn't...
Ep 107_Healthy Bedroom Makeover
01 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As an advocate for creating a healthy sanctuary in the home to help detox and restore the body during the night, I find it useful to provide manufactu...
106_Green Building Certifications
25 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Home builders today have many green building certification programs to choose from when they decide to offer this to their potential clients. Since ...
Getting To Know Jay Watts_ 1015
13 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Non Toxic Environments is a weekly podcast dedicated to discussion and education of home health and human wellness. This episode is simply an introd...
Quick Take On Insulation Choices
12 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Non Toxic Environments is a weekly podcast dedicated to discussion and education of home health and human wellness. This quick take episode is a short...
Working With Contractors _102
11 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Non Toxic Environments is a weekly podcast dedicated to discussion and education of home health and human wellness. This episode deals with the step...