http://www.angieslistpodcasts.com Listen up for informative and entertaining stories about hiring service companies and contractors, home improvement, ratings and reviews, tips and tricks, and everything else Angie's List! Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:45:19 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Have you ever wondered how animals became pets in the first place? Find out by listening to the newest episode of the Angie’s List podcast (below), as we talk to Katherine Grier, author of "Pets in America: A History". For more about the history of pets, read the Angie's List Magazine ... http://www.angieslistpodcasts.com/episode-19-pet-history-101 We're featuring Angie's List member photos and stories in an upcoming podcast episode! If you're proud of your garden, yard, or landscaping, and have a good story and photos, let us know! Who knows — your lush landscape just might be the talk of the town! http://www.angieslistpodcasts.com/submit-your-garden-yard-and-landscaping-photos-and-stories PAWS (Pets Are Worth Saving) Chicago, a "no-kill" animal shelter, helps Chicago Animal Care and Control save lives. Unlike most traditional shelters — which often euthanize adoptable pets — PAWS Chicago offers medical care and finds homes for all cats and dogs unless they're vicious or terminally ill. How do ... http://www.angieslistpodcasts.com/episode-18-paws-chicago-pets-are-worth-saving What have you done for your trees lately? If your answer is “Not much,” you might want to find a highly rated tree service company on Angie’s List for your trees’ health and your safety. In this episode of the Angie’s List podcast, watch as we go out on the ... http://www.angieslistpodcasts.com/episode-17-on-the-job-simple-mans-tree-service Melvin Satterfield went from being homeless to running a successful business, Browsers Welcome, which has won the Angie's List Super Service Award for seven consecutive years. Watch as we visit Satterfield's furniture repair and refinishing shop and learn about the entrepreneurship program he runs for local youth. [flv:/podcasts/angies_list_podcast_16-browsers-welcome.flv /images/poster-gray.jpg 320 240] Can't ... http://www.angieslistpodcasts.com/episode-16-browsers-welcome-helps-local-teens-gain-professional-experience What do Indiana Jones, a giant crab and checkered flags have in common? They were all part of the the second-annual Angie's List Soapbox Derby! Watch as we build, race and crash our cars. What does your company do for fun and fellowship? Share your story! Download Episode 15: The Angie's List ... http://www.angieslistpodcasts.com/episode-15-the-angie%e2%80%99s-list-soapbox-derby Home improvement TV shows are more popular than ever, but why? Find out in this episode of the Angie's List podcast! Download MP3 file (without graphics): Episode 14: Download Quicktime file (with graphics): Click here to read about home improvement television at Angie's List magazine. What's your favorite home improvement show? Click here ... http://www.angieslistpodcasts.com/home-improvement-tv-builds-success Lush, beautiful yards typically use copious amounts of synthetic fertilizer and water, and plenty of gas to power lawnmowers. However, alternatives exist. In this episode of the Angie’s List podcast, lawn care professionals tell us how using organic fertilizer, native plants and eco-friendly lawnmowers can make your yard even healthier ... http://www.angieslistpodcasts.com/episode_13-natural_lawn_care-organic_fertilizer-native_plants-green_mowers Angie's List recently launched medical categories, in which members can rate and review health care providers such as physicians, dentists and insurance companies. In this episode of the Angie's List podcast, Chris Austin, who oversaw the launch, talks about the new service categories and why customer ratings of health ... http://www.angieslistpodcasts.com/episode_12-angies-list-launches-medical-ratings-and-reviews There are many reasons and ways to go green with your house. In this episode of the Angie's List podcast, hear from homeowners as well as architects, builders, and other home contractors about green building and remodeling. Find out where to get started in your sustainable product research, as well ... http://www.angieslistpodcasts.com/episode_11-green_building_and_remodeling