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Meet Kimberlie Dykeman, a Rhinebeck native, who runs Wingman, a personal concierge and estate management business in the Hudson Valley. She and I cover what’s changed, why she started her business, advice for new homeowners, how to treat vendors that come in and out of your house, her favorite spots, and some unique requests she's gotten over the years. Thanks for helping making Cidiot winner of the 2021 Chronogrammies for best regional podcast. Follow the show on Instagram, Twitter and Faceb...

When you need to do seasonal things but you are the one who gets in the way, that's what we call a P.B.C.C. — "Problem Between City and Country." Inspired by a term I learned doing customer service in technology, a P.B.C.C. plays out cleaning, fixing, installing, hammering, basically anything handy. Thanks to new sponsor BANGALLWORKS in Stanfordville, NY, and to Chicken Librarian for new content, "Learning Curve," on her blog. Proud to be have been named listed among "8 Hudson Valley Podcasts...

Being a weekend guest is serious business. Dutch writer Maarten Maartens said, “Staying with people consists in you’re not having your own way — and they’re not having theirs." This new episode of Cidiot explores what it means to be a guest, with advice from expert visitors to the Hudson Valley such as our friend Liz and my mom. Thanks to Chronogram for choosing Cidiot as one of "6 Hudson Valley Podcasts You Should Listen To." Be sure to rate us in the podcast store. ©2026 MCZ Media LLC...

This episode of Cidiot continues the guide of what you need once you have a town, a house, friends, and you’ve started to set up. I’ll cover a checklist of 14 must-have items to live and love life in the country. Thanks to Stephen and Victor for their ideas. Send any of yours via cidiot.com ©2026 MCZ Media LLC. Cidiot® is a registered trademark.

Fall is amazing in the Hudson Valley. From iconic apples to sheep and street festivals, this episode of Cidiot talks about the activities and food that makes it special. Plus a surprise call in from my husband Brian and a seven-step hard-learned guide on getting ready for winter. A lot of fall activities around the region: Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest Sheep and Wool Festival The Garlic Festival O+ Headless Horsemen Hayrides Tivoli Streetpainting Festival Hobby Festival...

A guide to the first weeks, from banks and paperwork to furnishing and people. Believe me, you cannot go it alone. Topics covered: Going local with your mortgage The animals clause Brian's first purchase: a Weber grill Why you should invest in a generator (not sure you should spray paint them) Consistency versus variety among city and country stuff (for weekenders) Budgeting per room for furnishings (we chose Schoolhouse Electric) Outdoor furniture (Loll Design) Oy, t...

Our special guide to moving to the country begins with where exactly to start. From summer rentals in Ghent, Spencertown, and Rhinebeck to our 10-3-1 rule for choosing a town, you'll know the criteria whether you end up in Dutchess, Columbia, or Ulster Counties — or somewhere far from the Hudson Valley. If you're looking to rent or buy a home in the Hudson Valley or another great rural community, this podcast could help you acclimate and feel at home. Download the Cidiot® 10-3-1 Worksheet ...