“This Old House,” an American institution, has been going strong for 45 years. The series’ third host, former commercial banker Kevin O’Connor, is passionate about highlighting the work of professionals in the trades. That shared goal brought him and Mike Rowe together last year for an episode of Rowe’s podcast, “The Way I Heard It,” last year.
Rowe and O’Connor traded stories about hosting and the experiences their “B-level” stardom has afforded them, including appearances on another PBS staple, “Sesame Street.” They also discussed their respective charitable foundations: Generation Next, which helps form apprentices and gives them small roles on “This Old House,” and Mike Rowe Works.
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O’Connor recounted a deep history of “This Old House.” It is a must-listen for any fan of the show, especially…
