How-To Video Podcast

Salsa and Chocolate? Do those things really go together? They do if you’re talking about sexy Salsa dancing and sumptuous chocolate delights! Before her big turn on the runway next week, Madeline’s taking you on a tour of the tastiest rooms at the For The Love of Chocolate Foundation scholarship ben

Madeline and Eric get in an animated discussion about all the snowfall they've had and what they can do about it!nMadeline's coverage of our trip to the For The Love of Chocolate Benefit continues this week! Stay Tuned!nLinks:nFor the Love of ChocolatenThe French Pastry SchoolnBehind the Scenes Pict

Madeline was recently invited to participate as a celebrity model at The For The Love of Chocolate Foundation Benefit’s “Cocoa Couture” chocolate fashion show. Not only that, but we were given the opportunity to provide the main video coverage of the show, and go backstage and behind the scenes of t

Ah, love... Sometimes you've got it, and sometimes you don't. This week's show is about those times when you don't! nJust because you don't have a Valentine, why waste a perfectly good weekend worrying about it? Madeline believes a day of love shouldn't be wasted! If you don't have a date, why not s

It’s that time of year again! Valentine’s Day. Romance is in the air! But while your thoughts may be revolving around all things “sweetheart,” don’t forget to take care of your heart! To that end, Madeline has a great recipe for tossed talapia in a light pesto sauce. It’s a perfect Valentine’s dinn

For those of you who missed Madeline’s appearances on Rachael Ray and our local NBC affiliate’s top rated morning show, we present a montage of clips. We couldn’t use the complete segments from Rachael Ray or NBC because of copyright considerations, but it’s still fun to watch! nKeep watching those

Welcome to a special midweek update. Madeline’s been invited to appear on the local (Madison, WI) NBC 15 Morning Show to demonstrate some updated beauty tips from around the world. To serve as a companion to her Morning Show debut, we thought we’d rerun the original show!nMadeline’s got everything f

Madeline and Eric have been busy in Chicago working with The French Pastry School this week. Hey! Madeline’s going to be a celebrity model in the For The Love of Chocolate Fashion Show! How cool is that? To reward your patience with our production delays, we’ve decided to give you a sneak peek at Er

We’re back for the New Year with an audio update. We’ve got a couple of interesting things on our plate which we tell you about, and we want to give you the opportunity to tell us what you want to see on the show. So be sure to email us with your suggestions!nMadeline’s going to be hosting a “How-To

Are you a last-minute shopper? Is your gifting inspiration at it’s best in the eleventh hour? If so, then you’re not only a lot like Madeline, you’re one of the 35% of holiday shoppers who brave the shops and malls on the last weekend before Christmas.nThis week, Madeline offers her tips on how to m

Cookies? Ornaments? Together as one?!? Can it get any better? Well, only if you add a visit from the NOBODIES and some Mexican hot chocolate! This week, Madeline shares an interesting idea for a Yuletide centerpiece that does double-time as dessert. All you need is some sugar cookie dough, powdered

You’ve made as many bulletin boards as you can stand, and now you want to give a little holiday bling to your friends, but your bank account is running on fumes -- and you’re running out of time! Don’t worry, Madeline’s got your back! nThis week, Madeline is showing you How-To make your own earrings

The holidays are upon us! No matter what your religion, or what you’re celebrating, this is one time of year that is stressful for just about everyone! But this is also supposed to be a time of celebration! So, how can you ditch some of the stress and increase the fun? Let Madeline show you How-To!

No new show this week! It’s Thanksgiving, and we’re spending a long weekend with our families reflecting on everything that we’re thankful for. And since that includes you, we thought we’d reaffirm how glad we are having you as our audience, and (humbling as it is) our fans. Without all of you, How-

Acne isn’t just a cosmetic annoyance, it can also lead to long term skin problems! That’s why Madeline’s a big fan of facials, exfoliants, and cleansers. nThis week she shares her favorite steam bath technique, a facial, and her long lost strawberry and butter exfoliant recipe, as well as some skin

This show is longer than usual!nIn this live call-in show, Madeline and Eric update you on current and future happenings related to the podcast, and are joined by Andy White, as they take some questions, discuss current events, and the world of entertainment.nWe’ve finally added the ability to leave

You’ve probably seen it in the store, but wondered what it was or what you’d use it for. No, we’re not talking about Kohlrabi, although that would be a good question. No, we’re talking about Nutella And you’re not the only one wondering what it is! nClaudia, a good friend of the show from Japan, wan

We’re ba-a-a-ck! And just in time! Halloween is fast approaching, and there’s not a lot of time to plan a party! But you’re in luck, because Madeline’s got some really cool ideas that can be done fast and inexpensively!nIt’s all really easy, so be sure to add your own personal touches! Don’t wait an

Okay, so we told you we had a new show this week. We almost did, but as you can see Madeline’s got some other things to worry about! nMadeline's out on her own, and being stalked. But by who... or what? Will she be able to elude her tormentor in time to share her newest Halloween Party secrets, or w

What do we want?! Brains! When do we want them? BRAINS!nJust in time for Halloween, Madeline revisits a classic episode that is the perfect companion to next week’s ALL NEW Halloween Spooctacular! In this show, she shares a ghoulish recipe that is sure to serve up gasps and requests for seconds! For

Madeline’s been itching to do something different with her hair for a while now, and so have you, if her mail bag is any clue! So she’s grabbed a couple of her favorite questions that have been sent in, along with some of her own, a trusty paper bag, and headed off to visit her stylist. nThat’s righ

Eric here, everyone! I know, this isn’t what you expected! Don’t worry, though! This is not an “official” episode of “How-To!” This is only a status report about this week’s show.nMy mother-in-law went to the hospital with a cardiac problem, and since it’s my job to put the finishing touches on the show and upload it, all of the frantic running back-and-forth to various hospitals (at all hours of the day and night) has left me completely exhausted. Madeline’s been a big help, and if I asked her to finish the show, she probably would have, but she’s been very busy herself... Besides, I would not have been home enough to give the files to her. nI and my wonderful wife, Judy, thank you for your understanding!nEric

Season Premier! nWe’re done with the reruns and the remixes! We’re all about new episodes of How-To! And just “in time,” too, because Madeline’s got a great clock-making project that is a perfect analogy for the change of seasons.nBut that’s not all! The Rachael Ray voting has been extended, so thanks to those who have voted, and continue to vote! For the good of everyone, Madeline puts an end to Eric’s YouTube-Chris Crocker-Rachael Ray-Torrent rampage, once and for allnBe sure to download the instructions on how to make this clock! They’re in our Show Notes gallerynLinks:n• PDF Clock Instructionsn• Visit Madeline’s Rachael Ray Message Boardn• Eric’s Chris Crocker-Rachael Ray YouTube Videon• Madeline on Rachael Rayn• WWoD -- A podcaster spoofs How-To Girl, Rachael Ray Voting, and the Threadbangers.

The Rachael Ray Show invited me to be a guest and be a contestant in a contest to help pick Rach’s new Style and Fashion Buddy. You can see my appearance by clicking here, or cast a vote for me here! There is a lot of great competition, so it’s going to take a lot of votes to win, so I would be incr

In this Sixty Second How-To, Madeline’s got some tips to help you stay safe on campus, and healthy of mind as you begin the school year. Download our PDF Show Notes for more safety tips, and some ideas to help you avoid the “Freshman 15!”nStay tuned mid-week for a special How-To update about some re

In this special event, Madeline and How-To take you to Chicago one last time for the inside scoop of what it is to judge, and what what it means to win, the US leg of The World Chocolate Masters. We’ve got the winner, and How-To has the exclusive interview with the victorious chef about immediate plans, and how the game will change for the worldwide finals in Paris, France.nEver wonder how you judge between the masters of their field? Madeline talks with celebrity judges Gale Gand, Alain Roby, and Art Smith about their experiences, their philosophies, and the what the contestants needed to do to win in exclusive one-on-one interviews!nLinks:nThe World Chocolate Masters: www.worldchocolatemasters.comnPictures from the US Competition!nBarry Callebaut: www.callebaut.comnThe French Pastry School: www.frenchpastryschool.comnGale Gand’s Restaurants: “Tru” and “Cenitare”nArt SmithnAlain RobynHow-To: www.HowToGirl.comnTasteTV: www.TasteTV.com

Yes, it’s yet one more rewind! We’re still a little behind on editing our next show due to some behind-the-scenes developments (which we’ve been sworn to secrecy about)! So we’ve once again dug deep into our archives for this epic episode that is so far one of our most elaborate productions. If you’re a member of the forum and you see “Evilproducer” around, give him a shout for his help with the 3-D effects! Enjoy!nThe deepest, darkest jungles conceal the greatest treasures. Madeline, an Adventurer Extraordinaire, has devoted her life to finding these hidden relics and sharing them with the world. nNow, with the greatest artifact of them all finally within reach, will she be able to retrieve the prize? Can she defeat the ruthless plans of the nefarious Brian before he can pluck it from her grasp... or will an ancient evil awaken from it’s timeless slumber to do them all in? What are you reading this for? Watch the video and find out!nMovie parties can be so much more than just movies! You can make your movies the center of all sorts of fun and interactive games -- often for free! Let Madeline show you How To! Umm, but after she kicks some bad-guy butt, first!nYou can find game instructions in our Show Notes, and you can even buy our favorite movies through our Amazon Store!

Yes, it’s another rewind! We’re a little behind on editing our next show due to some behind-the-scenes developments (which we’ll tell you about soon!), and some good old fashioned production delays! So we dug deep into our archives for this fun episode that was a blast to shoot, and that presents a rather abstract way of approaching a potentially dull topic. Namely, the hassle of picking out a movie with someone! So enjoy!nIt’s the late 1940s. The United States and her Allies have just emerged victorious from World War II, and America’s Service Men and Women are returning home to the states, trying to pick up their lives where they left off.nRocco, fresh from a stint in the military, is back together with his best girl, Trixi. But things aren’t the same as when Rocco left! Trixi’s hanging out with her How To Gals, and the movie palace has gotten mighty pricey! What’s an honest Joe like Rocco to do?nThis week, Madeline kicks off our How To Host a Movie Party with a little 1940’s style humor, discusses some places to find movies, and gets Cross Eyed trying to pick out a movie everyone can agree upon! Throw in some playful celebrity dissing and you’ve got one of our most ambitious shows yet -- until next week’s!nYou can find a list of Madeline’s movie picks in our Show Notes, and even buy them through our Amazon Store!

In this episode, Madeline rewinds to one of our most popular episodes: Make-Up for Proms and Formals!nSure, Prom and Formal Season may have come and gone, but Madeline isn’t about to let you step out without first sharing two of her favorite looks, which are sure to turn heads everywhere you go! Che

When Madeline went to South Beach in Miami a couple of years ago, she visited Gloria Estefan’s restaurant, “Bongos Cuban Café,” and was inspired by the ceviche that she ordered there. After quizzing her mom, Madeline found a Colombian family recipe for the dish, “Madeline-ized” it, and is sharing he