The New Yankee Workshop

I am also somewhat surprised there aren't more comments here. Norm (along with that home improvement oberlord, Bob Vila) should be thanked for spawning many DIY shows (the TOH franchise family, home improvement, etc.) and even whole networks (HGTV, DIY, etc.) As a side note, We can also thank Home Improvement for introducing Ms. Pamela Anderson to all us grunting males.

There is a vicarious joy that one gets watching the Yankee Workshop. You can imagine yourself going over to your friend who's "good-with-tools" to see what he's building today. It has inspired me on numerous occasions to get down there in the shop and finish building that bird house (or spice rack if you're Homer Simpson!) While I agree that Norm is something less than dynamic as a character on a show, I think his easy-going style is what gives the series its charm (and longevity - almost 20 years!) Good stuff.