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On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Renee, Becca and Hilary are joined by Bethany Bratches and Chelsea Heppner, two of NFM’s Interior designers in Omaha’s Design Gallery. Closing out our home improvement series, we discuss window treatments - everything from blinds, shutters, curtains and more! If you’re wanting to refresh your windows, our hosts share the latest trends in window treatments, functions and benefits to your everyday life. RESOURCES: NFM Window Treatments NFM Design Gallery https://www.nfm.com/design-gallery/
On today’s bonus episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary are joined by Candi Jones, Executive Director of Girls Inc. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting the incredible work being done at Girls Inc. where young girls are prepared for the world. The hosts learn more about volunteer mentoring, the organization’s full-service health clinic, as well as Protégé House which supports young women transitioning into independent adulthood but experiencing barriers like aging out of foster care. Join us for this thoughtful and encouraging conversation where Jones shares her mission to inspire all girls, especially Black and Brown girls, to be strong, smart and bold. RESOURCES: Girls Inc. https://girlsincomaha.org/ Protégé House Girls Inc Clinic NFM Women’s History Month Events Women’s History Month https://www.womenshistorymonth.gov/
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Renee, Becca and Hilary are joined by Bethany Bratches and Chelsea Heppner, two of NFM’s Interior designers in Omaha’s Design Gallery. Continuing with our home improvement series, we discuss how wallpaper is a canvas for creativity in every room! Whether you’re looking for minimal or texture, big and bold patterns, wallpaper adds richness to your home. Join us for this fun and informative episode on all things wall décor! RESOURCES: NFM Wall Decor https://www.nfm.com/wall-decor NFM Design Gallery https://www.nfm.com/design-gallery/ HGTV How to Hang Wallpaper
On today’s bonus episode of I AM HOME, we celebrate Women’s History Month! Join us for this thoughtful and insightful discussion with a panel of NFM’s esteemed leaders. Amy Myers, Chief Marketing Officer, hosts this conversation on leadership, navigating workplaces and celebrating the accomplishments of women. Included in this panel are Nastasia Williams (Kansas City’s NFM store director), Robyn Messerly (NFM Chief Information Officer), Megan Berry Barlow (NFM Chief Human Resources Officer) and Nora Gomez (NFM Chief Merchandising Officer). RESOURCES: NFM Women’s History Month Events Women’s History Month https://www.womenshistorymonth.gov/
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Renee, Becca and Hilary breakdown the history and tradition of Spring Cleaning. If you’re ready to declutter, join us for this helpful conversation on the importance of a clean space, the mental health benefits, as well as the tools and techniques to achieve the deep cleaned, comfortable home you’ve been dreaming of! RESOURCES: Martha Stewart Ultimate Spring Cleaning Checklist HGTV 32 Must-Do Spring Cleaning Tasks
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Renee, Becca and Hilary are joined by Dave Chambers, NFM’s Director of Flooring. If you’re exploring the idea of updating and finding new flooring, this episode is for you! Refreshing your floors is a home improvement project, and with that in mind our hosts share the research you need to do ahead of time, as well as questions you need to ask professionals. Join us for this educational episode where you’ll learn about creating a budget, DIY vs professional install, maintaining your new floors and so much more! RESOURCES: NFM Flooring https://www.nfm.com/flooring NFM Flooring Services
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Renee, Becca and Hilary are joined by Nora Gomez, Chief Merchandising Officer for NFM. The hosts learn about NFM’s newest in-house and exclusive to NFM collection, 37B, that has hand-picked furniture and unique accents encouraging you to discover a style that’s all your own. Join us for this fun and informative conversation on this mix, match and make your own collection – 37B! RESOURCES: 37B collection at NFM https://www.nfm.com/37b
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Renee, Becca and Hilary breakdown NFM’s most popular pins on Pinterest. Whether it’s form, function or style you’re saving to your Pinterest board, you’re sure to learn more about the latest trends. Join us for this fun and informative conversation where our hosts share their favorite finds and some helpful advice before you make a big furniture purchase.
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Renee, Tyler, Becca and Hilary play a fun riddle game of perfect pairs sold at NFM. Join us for this lighthearted Valentine’s Day episode full of brain teasers that could inspire the perfect gifts for your Valentine.
On today’s bonus episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary are joined by Osa Odighizuwa, defensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys to talk about all things football, growing up, his foundation focused on caring for single parents and their children, as well as decorating his home in Dallas. Join us for this lighthearted conversation where we learn more about Osa’s life on and off the football field. RESOURCES: Osa Odighizuwa Instagram Osa Odighizuwa Foundation https://odighizuwafoundation.org/ Osa Odighizuwa NFL
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Renee Quevedo, Tyler, Becca and Hilary are joined by NFM’s favorite tech-head Russell Weaver to shine a light on Smart Lighting. Whether you’re looking for convenience or security, there are so many solutions to make your everyday easier. Join us for this informative episode where we learn about trends, technology, customizing your home lighting, DIY installation, Smart lighting options and more! Resources: NFM Smart Lighting NFM Home Automation and Security https://www.nfm.com/home-automation-and-security NFM Smart Home Services https://www.nfm.com/smart-home-services/
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Renee Quevedo, Becca and Hilary are joined by Sara Young and Kym Nastase, both are designers in the kitchen and bath department at NFM. If you’re considering a home renovation in the new year, this episode is for you! Tackling a home improvement project can be overwhelming, so our guests share insightful knowledge about the entire process – everything from prioritizing what doesn’t work, to budgeting, finding your style and getting the plan in motion. RESOURCES: NFM Home Improvement https://www.nfm.com/home-improvement
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary are joined by NFM’s Process Improvement Supervisor, Dave Welch. If you’ve got a junk drawer, too much stuff, or you simply want to organize your life - this episode is for you! The hosts share practical ways to de-clutter your life based on the 5S Lean Thinking and Methods approach that’s applied at companies all over the world. Get inspired to start applying the lean method at home and organize your everyday! RESOURCES: Lean thinking and methods
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary are joined by NFM Brand Strategist Renee Quevedo. Your home life should be your best life and for the last year our hosts have shared insightful ways we can make that happen. If you’re wanting your home to better align with the life you want to lead, this episode breaks down three steps on how to live with intention. Join us for this thoughtful conversation to make home a warmer place to create memories.
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary are joined by NFM experts Russell Weaver and Vicki Pospisal. Time is our most precious asset – so how do we make the most of our time in 2024? Join us for this interesting conversation about managing your efficiency at work and at home to lower stress. From making lists and shared calendars, to apps and technology, we hope you feel inspired to make the most of your time with these tips and create an even happier home!
On today’s replay episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary are joined by Stacy Garcia, an entrepreneur and multi-business founder in textiles and design. Stacy recently created an exclusive pop-up collection at NFM that blends everyday eclectic with functional, timeless pieces. Join us for this insightful conversation where Stacy shares childhood stories, how she got her start in design and how you can create the happiest version of home. We hope you feel as inspired as we did to ‘live out loud’ after listening to Garcia’s message of being confident, showing up for ourselves and bringing our best self to the world. RESOURCES: Stacy Garcia x NFM Stacy Garcia website https://shopstacygarcia.com/
On today’s replay episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary are joined by Tamara Day, host of reality TV’s Bargain Mansions, where her team designs and brings neglected Kansas City homes back to life. Tamara shares how she got her start in renovating homes, as well as her favorite memories from the show including an incident with her son and a flying chicken inside a chicken coop. The hosts also learn Tamara’s process in designing and remodeling houses, finding bargains and finding the right team to work with. RESOURCES: Tamara Day's Top Picks | NFM Tamara Day’s website https://tamaraday.com/ Tamara Day Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tamaraday/
On today’s replay episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary are joined by Teresa Ruback, a private chef, about her interesting cooking history. She interned with Wolfgang Puck at the original Spago and cooked for Olympians, rock stars, presidents, kings and queens. Ruback pulls back the curtain on what the life of a private chef looks like and shares advice on making your own salad dressing and which knives make sense in your kitchen. The hosts also learn how to make the perfect holiday turkey and the best mashed potatoes. If you’re looking for foolproof recipes, this episode will leave you inspired… and probably hungry!
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Renee Quevedo, Becca and Hilary are switching things up and recording live during Black Friday at NFM! The hosts share their favorite Black Friday and Thanksgiving traditions from cooking homemade turkey stock to playing a rowdy game of bingo. Adding to the excitement, the hosts take live listener questions ranging from their favorite I AM HOME episodes to the latest design trends.
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary are joined by Caitlin Gillard, a Social Media Marketing Manager at Lenox. Tis the season for hosting holiday parties! If you’re looking to wow your guests with a stylish tablescape, this episode is for you. The hosts learn about everything from what’s trendy this year and how to incorporate unexpected colors in your decor, to creating a table setting that compliments your taste and ideas on creating a breathtaking centerpiece. Discover how to showcase your unique style at affordable prices and share holiday magic with your guests. RESOURCES: Lenox https://www.lenox.com/ 4 Ways to Style Your Holiday Table NFM Christmas https://www.nfm.com/christmas
On today’s replay episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary discuss the many ways you can brighten up the holiday season with the ones you love. From making your own decorations and cookies to inviting friends to see Christmas lights, our hosts have a number of ways you can create new family traditions. They also share meaningful ways to share gratitude by giving back and reflecting on what you’re thankful for this year. As you get ready for the stress and rush of the holiday season, this replay episode is sure to inspire new fun ways to connect with your loved ones.
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Renee Quevedo, Becca and Hilary are joined by Vicki Pospisal, one of NFM’s Category Financial Planners, about mindful parenting. The holidays can add a lot of stressors to family dynamics and situations. Pospisal shares how she and her husband parent their two children, while trying to stay more mindful and engaged. The hosts learn about how to make playtime more enjoyable and better quality with your kids, as well as setting clear expectations with your child and finding balance when guests are in town for the holidays.
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Renee Quevedo, Becca and Hilary are joined by Russell Weaver, NFM’s electronics guru, to discuss winter automation and security. If you’ve been wanting to elevate the technology in your home, either for convenience or security, then you’ll want to tune in! Russell shares very helpful advice on choosing the right smart thermostat for you, automated lights, as well as which security camera works best for your needs.
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Renee Quevedo, Becca and Hilary are joined by Scott and Sara Baker to talk about all things holiday party hosting. Scott is NFM’s Omaha Store Director, but together they are a mighty DIY team. Tis the season for holiday parties and if you want to be the hostess with the mostest you’ll want to give this episode a listen! The Bakers share their three rules for hosting friends and family, decorating for the holidays, and even creating your own fun party themes from wine tasting to creating a signature drink. RESOURCES: 12 Tips for Hosting Holiday Guests Like a Pro
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Renee Quevedo, Becca and Hilary are joined by NFM’s Merchandising Support Assistant Jennifer Lutz to learn more about fall cat care. Whether your cat is primarily indoors or outdoors, there are considerations pet parents need to take every time the temperature drops during the fall season. The hosts learn more about ways to keep your outdoor cats warm, plants that can be toxic to cats, fun toys you can buy or make and even safety tips for your cat ahead of holiday visitors. RESOURCES: 9 Autumn Safety Tips to Help Keep Your Pets Happy and Healthy 10 FALL SAFETY TIPS FOR PET PARENTS Autumn Safety Tips Cat Care Tips for the Autumn Season
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Renee Quevedo, Becca and Hilary are joined by NFM Flooring Service Manager and guest podcast expert on all things dog, Mandy Schmitz. Every season brings new challenges as a dog owner and now that it’s officially fall, there are several things to keep in mind to keep your pet safe. The hosts learn about reflective gear your dog can wear during walks, shedding tools, fun fall treats and Halloween costume safety suggestions. RESOURCES: Safety tips that every pet owner should know for the fall season Fall Safety Tips for Pets from Chewy Autumn Safety Tips from ASPCA
On today’s replay episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary discuss the haunting issues that can pop up when buying a new home. It can be a scary experience, that’s why the hosts share their bad experiences while buying or building a home and what they’ve learned. We also get a breakdown of ‘To-Dos’ and key steps you should take as you shop for a new home, get it inspected and then move in. RESOURCES: Better Business Bureau: Home HQ https://www.bbb.org/all/your-home-hq BBB: How to choose a real estate agent BBB: Protect yourself from canceled contracts when buying a new construction home National Association of Realtors https://www.nar.realtor/about-nar
On today’s replay episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary are joined by Renee Quevedo, a Brand Strategist at NFM. Did you know that October is National Bat Awareness Month? Renee shares interesting information about how bats are an essential species to the global environment but if they’re in your home, it can be crucial to remove the animal. We learn the signs that you may have bats in your home and the next steps you should take to humanely remove bats. RESOURCES: Humane bat removal What to do about bats
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary are joined by Kansas City Chiefs Defensive superstar Bryan Cook. We learn about Cook’s early days in football – specifically a childhood memory of his first tackle on the field and the comical guidance his mom gave him that day. The hosts and Cook discuss just about everything including Cook’s time at Howard University to making it as the Defender of Chiefs Kingdom, expectations for the season, family support, as well as words of inspiration and how to show up for yourself. RESOURCES: Chiefs Bio 5 Things To Know About Bryan Cook Bryan Cook Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ynd__cook/
On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler and Hilary take a trip out of the studio to visit with Scott and Sara Baker. Scott is NFM’s Omaha Store Director, but together they are a mighty DIY team. We get a tour of the Bakers’ home, which they designed, and hear their stories about some of the more unique pieces they’ve DIYed, like the bowling alley table. The Bakers also share how they’ve made their house entirely their own by mixing in family pieces and thrifted pieces they’ve repurposed.
