Virginia K. Smith

Now that we're squarely in the thick of summer, we're guessing you've got at least one more long train ride (or road trip) ahead of you for squeezing in one last beach vacation or making the family rounds. All hail podcasts: Below, you'll find some of our favorite real estate-related radio plays from around the Internet, whether you're interested in renovation, investment, history, ghosts, or all of the above:

If you've got the space, here's how to set up the perfect home office (BuzzBuzzHome)

What to do when your neighbor is a hoarder (NYT)

How to handle the New York apartment hunt as a rookie (NYP)

Consider all your late night cab expenses justified: According to a new map, more parts of the city than you'd expect are located in so-called "subway deserts." Self-described "urbanist, mapmaker, and data junkie" Chris Whong  has put together a map showing the parts of the five boroughs located 500 meters or more from a subway station, and turns out, there are a lot of them:

Take a picture of your elaborate TV cord setup, and more sanity-saving tips for your next move (CityLab)

Most people want their "smart homes" to be a little dumber (WSJ)