Do These Viral "Dad Hacks" ACTUALLY Work? 🛠️ | SideQuest 36

Welcome back to another bonus episode of The Side Quest! 🎙️Today, Emily, Samantha, and Arly are putting home improvement old wives' tales, viral "dad hacks," and common DIY myths to the test in an ultimate game of Fact or Fiction! Can a raw potato really unscrew a broken lightbulb? Does mayonnaise actually remove water rings from wood? Is bleach actually killing the mold on your drywall? We're separating home repair fact from absolute marketing fiction!---⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Welcome to The Side Quest! (Clifton Strengths & 3 Minutes of Chaos)02:20 - Fact or Fiction: Dad Hacks & Old Wives' Tales02:40 - Raw Potatoes, Walnuts & Mayo on Wood04:20 - Does WD-40 Actually Fix Squeaky Hinges?05:00 - The Mold Myth: Bleach vs. Vinegar06:20 - Paint & Design Myths: Ceilings, Wallpaper & Drywall Cracks08:30 - HVAC & Appliance Myths: Vent Closing, Garbage Disposals & Flushable Wipes11:00 - Painting Hacks: Paint + Primer in One & Wet Roller Wraps12:15 - Thermostats, Vampire Power & Cleaning Stainless Steel13:30 - Announcing the Winner & 1,000 YouTube Sub Goal!Links🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY* Join our Patreon: Want exclusive behind-the-scenes content, early access to tickets, and a way to directly support the pod? Join the crew! * 🧡 Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaam* Subscribe to the Newsletter: Get DIY tips, project updates, and first dibs on our live events sent straight to your inbox. * 💌 Sign up here: https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLS* Constantly wondering what drill, saw, or safety glasses we are using? We put all our tried-and-true favorites in one place! * 🛒 Shop our Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaam * Shop our Lowes Storefront https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST* New episodes drop every week! If you loved this, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALS Catch our daily tool tutorials, project updates, and behind-the-scenes chaos!* Instagram: [@HowToHandymaam]https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/* TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaam* YouTube: [@HowToHandymaam] https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaamLooking for something else? Check out all our links in one place! Howtohandymaam.com/links👋 ABOUT US We are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We didn't go to trade school; we just fell in love with this work and started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, Michigan. Now, our mission is to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes and tackle those terrifying DIY projects.Disclaimer: Our videos and podcasts are for educational and entertainment purposes. Always check your local building codes and consult with a licensed professional when necessary!