MTSU Professors Appear on HGTV's 'House Hunters'

Couple finds perfect home in Murfreesboro after over a decade in the city

Apr. 7, 2026 at 4:18pm

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An abstract close-up photograph of a highly reflective, shimmering disco ball texture, capturing the dramatic lighting and high-contrast aesthetic of a professional television set.The Eschenfelders' appearance on 'House Hunters' offers a glimpse into the glitz and glamour of reality TV production.Murfreesboro Today

After calling Murfreesboro home for more than a decade, Middle Tennessee State University School of Journalism and Strategic Media professors Dan and Christine Eschenfelder have found the perfect place to call home sweet home, appearing on an episode of HGTV's popular show 'House Hunters'.

Why it matters

The Eschenfelders' appearance on 'House Hunters' showcases the vibrant Murfreesboro community and highlights the unique experiences of longtime television professionals transitioning to academia, while also providing a behind-the-scenes look at the reality TV production process.

The details

The Eschenfelders' episode, titled 'I'm Not a Hoarder,' aired in late February and followed the couple through the process of buying their first home. Their wish list included storage space, a backyard for their dog, and an open floor plan. The real estate agent, Chad Robinette, asked the Eschenfelders to apply after seeing an advertisement seeking people with an interesting storyline. As longtime television professionals, the couple said it was a unique experience being on the show's side of production.

  • The Eschenfelders' episode of 'House Hunters' aired in late February 2026.
  • The couple had been calling Murfreesboro home for over a decade prior to appearing on the show.

The players

Dan and Christine Eschenfelder

Professors at the Middle Tennessee State University School of Journalism and Strategic Media who appeared on an episode of HGTV's 'House Hunters'.

Chad Robinette

The real estate agent who helped the Eschenfelders find their new home and asked them to apply to be on 'House Hunters'.

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What they’re saying

“With our longtime careers working in television news in numerous markets, we never lived in a place long enough to purchase; (the show) saw that as unique.”

— Dan Eschenfelder, Professor

“We tend to be a bit self-deprecating, we try to have a sense of humor about things, and we're real partners, both in life and in work, so I hope that dynamic came through pretty naturally.”

— Christine Eschenfelder, Professor

What’s next

The Eschenfelders' episode of 'House Hunters' is currently available to stream on Hulu, YouTube TV, Disney+, and HBO Max.

The takeaway

The Eschenfelders' appearance on 'House Hunters' not only showcases the vibrant Murfreesboro community, but also provides a unique behind-the-scenes look at the reality TV production process through the eyes of longtime television professionals who have transitioned to academia.