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Home Assistant Podcast

Mostly Automated Media
Home Assistant
Nabu Casa
Automation
Home Automation
Integrations
Energy Management
Smart Home Technology
Zigbee
2023.12 Release
To Do Lists
User Interface
Remote Access
Open Home Foundation
Viator
Cloud MQTT
Voice Control
Long-Term Statistics
IKEA Edison Desk
Z-Wave
Home Assistant 2024.2

Join hosts Phil Hawthorne and Rohan Karamandi as they explore the newest Home Assistant releases and the latest Home Automation news. Featuring guests who use or contribute to Home Assistant, the podcast aims to inspire new ways to make your home smarter.

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Electrical engineer Braden joins Phil and Rohan to share practical Home Assistant wins. From migrating to Zigbee2MQTT, taming a Whirlpool ice maker with ESPHome, building a garage door opener, and planning a sensor-packed greenhouse lab.

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Home Assistant 2026.4 is here! We break down Infrared as a first‑class feature with IR proxies, expanded purpose‑specific triggers, dashboard background colors, favorites for lights/covers, Matter lock credential management, and more. We also cover a... more

Director-turned-vanlifer Mike from the YouTube channel SmartyVan shows how he turned a bare Mercedes Sprinter into a fully automated, off‑grid smart RV powered by Home Assistant and ESPHome. We cover DC power realities, alternator charging vs solar, ... more

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We’re diving into Kaden’s cat-first smart home: Reolink + Frigate for pet detection, PetLibro feeders, and a Litter-Robot 4 all tied together with Home Assistant and LLM-generated dashboards.

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Recent Guests

Miranda Bishop
Partnership Manager at the Open Home Foundation
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Episode: Inside the Works With Home Assistant program with Miranda Bishop
Darren Griffin
Web developer for Open Home Foundation, involved in maintaining the Home Assistant websites
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Episode: Inside the Open Home: Darren Griffin
Greg Martin
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Episode: Brewing With Home Assistant: From Modbus PIDs to ESPHome Fermentation Control with Greg Martin
Dave Slusher
Podcast host and home automation enthusiast
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Achim Haug
Founder of AirGradient and expert in air quality monitoring
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Episode: AirGradient: From Thai Wildfires to Open Source Hardware feat Achim Haug
Josh Burg
An enthusiast in home automation and smart home technology
Episode: Philips Hue's New Bridge and the Cat Automation Problem with Josh Burg
Jimmy Chu
Founder of Nanoleaf, involved in smart lighting technology
Nanoleaf
Episode: Beyond the Bulb: Gimmy Chu Talks Nanoleaf, Smart Homes & Community Integration
Tsvi Mostovicz
A contributor to Home Assistant and creator of the Jewish calendar integration.
Episode: Tsvi Mostovicz on creating the Jewish Calendar component
TJ Huddleston
Podcaster from Hometech.fm and low-voltage automation expert
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Episode: TJ Huddleston from HomeTech.fm

Hosts

Phil Hawthorne
Host of Home Assistant Podcast
Rohan Karamandi
Co-host of the Home Assistant Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 304 ratings
  • Like the podcast, not the recent brown artwork

    I really like the podcast and have been listening to it for years; I've gained a lot of insight from the various guests.

    This brown artwork, though...

    is not very good.

    I didn't realize there were new episodes until I noticed that my playlist lacked blue in its color scheme.

    It's very ugly (sorry, but it is) and doesn’t "feel" like Home Assistant.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TFWas
    United States10 months ago
  • Great show!

    My goto HA information source.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mlprodvrtkl
    Sweden2 years ago
  • Great for anyone interested in home automation

    I get so many great ideas from this podcast. Definitely recommend for anyone who’s just getting into home automation or who is a HA whiz.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    snarknerd
    United States2 years ago
  • Fine podcast

    ..but they should really drop the loud music.

    (Its the only reason I never binge on this one)

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bugger not
    Denmark3 years ago
  • Great!

    Thank you for a great podcast, keep it up guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Getkunde
    Norway4 years ago

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There are suggestions for improving sound quality and some listeners express dislike for certain audio elements.
Listeners appreciate the practical insights and tips for home automation shared by various guests.
Overall feedback is highly positive, with many users valuing the informative content delivered in an enjoyable manner.
The podcast has a strong community focus, with many praising the hosts for keeping content engaging and relatable.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#158
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#142
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#103
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#115
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#133
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#160
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Infrared is cool again with Home Assistant 2026.4
Q: What has been the most impactful automation or project you've built with Home Assistant?
The cat-tracking and automation suite stands out. I layered local camera detections with Frigate, built a custom card showing the cat's location and status across floors, and added automations for feeding, water, and litter. This not only impressed visitors but also provided real peace of mind and a tangible demonstration of Home Assistant's capabilities.
Home Assistant On Wheels: We’re going Inside the SmartyVan
Q: What are the three most critical van-specific automations to consider for someone building their own van?
Key automations include controlling the water pump with presence detection to prevent leaks, managing starlink and power usage with presence and internet checks, and secure, automatic door/drawer behavior via wired sensors and ESP-based controllers to ensure reliability.
Home Assistant On Wheels: We’re going Inside the SmartyVan
Q: What were the initial approaches to deciding how to power and run the van's systems and what role did Home Assistant play in that decision?
The decision was driven by the need to manage a DC-powered, battery-based system reliably; Home Assistant became the central orchestrator, replacing a reliance on cloud-heavy setups and enabling smart, battery-aware automations.
Inside the Works With Home Assistant program with Miranda Bishop
Q: What are some challenges you face with the Works With Home Assistant program?
Some challenges include managing expectations and contracts with partners while ensuring community feedback is taken into account.
Inside the Works With Home Assistant program with Miranda Bishop
Q: How did you get involved with Home Assistant?
I started as a user when my husband set it up at home and evolved into partnerships, which led me to work at the Open Home Foundation.

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The content focuses primarily on home automation, specifically using Home Assistant, a platform that centralizes control of various smart home devices. It covers a broad range of topics, including user experiences, practical setups, specific technologies like Zigbee, Z-Wave, and the challenges faced by individuals integrating these systems into their homes. The discussions often feature guests who share insights from their personal journeys in automation, highlighting practical applications, troubleshooting tips, and community-driven developments. The approach is quite hands-on and relatable, making it an excellent resource for both newcomers to home automation and seasoned enthusiasts looking for inspiration.

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Recent guests on Home Assistant Podcast include:

1. Miranda Bishop
2. Darren Griffin
3. Greg Martin
4. Dave Slusher
5. Achim Haug
6. Josh Burg
7. Jimmy Chu
8. Tsvi Mostovicz

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