173: Taking The Cake
Hanna and Andrew hear some more stories of wonderful roadside finds, and they get an important follow-up to a story about a huge mess on a white couch.

Hanna and Andrew hear some more stories of wonderful roadside finds, and they get an important follow-up to a story about a huge mess on a white couch.
Hanna and Andrew listen in as the Scrub Jockeys share jaw-dropping stories of the biggest messes they’ve ever made or had to clean up.
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!
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.
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.
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 YouTube offers some brilliant insights on why it can be more fun to clean other people’s spaces.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.