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Small Ways To Live Well from The Simple Things

The Simple Things
Spring
Gardening
Autumn
Winter
Self-Care
Cooking
Nature
Well-Being
Comfort Foods
Christmas
Mindfulness
Mental Health
Marine Stewardship Council
Wellbeing
Blackdown Shepherd Huts
Midsummer
Sustainable Seafood
Summer Holidays
Homegrown Herbs
Outdoors Activities

Small Ways to Live Well is a podcast from The Simple Things, a monthly magazine about slowing down, remembering what’s important and making the most of where you live.

Hosted by the Editor, Lisa Sykes, in this season, May days & summer afternoons, she’ll be sampling honesty boxes, seeking our magical creatures, taking sensory walks and generally revelling in the promise of summer, alongside co-h... more

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Latest Episodes

Join The Simple Things’ Editor Lisa Sykes and author of The Slow Traveller and regular contributor Jo Tinsley as they talk about the joy of making things, getting stuff done on slow Sundays, going analogue and making connections.

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Join Editor of The Simple Things Lisa Sykes and wellbeing editor Rebecca Frank as they discuss food that feels like a hug on a plate, why hugging is good for us (and the best types of hug), how to cope with difficult times and the joy of the arts.

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Join The Simple Things’ Wellbeing Editor Rebecca Frank and author of The Slow Traveller and regular contributor Jo Tinsley as they talk about gathering the harvest, gatherings with friends and our favourite places to gather.

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Join Editor of The Simple Things Lisa Sykes and wellbeing editor Rebecca Frank and as they enjoy a MELLOW transition from summer to autumn, making the most of the things you can only do before the season turns and appreciating small pleasures

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Recent Guests

Rudolf Abraham
Travel writer and photographer, Austria Alps expert
Travel writer and photographer, Austria
Episode: Dusk - Episode 3 - HUG
Emi Okurni
Commercial Director at Titanic Belfast
Titanic Belfast
Episode: May Days - Episode 4 - LARK
Nolan Kane
From Varelia, a British glass manufacturer
Varelia
Episode: Dawn - Episode 5 - SPRING MORNINGS
Emma Warren
Representative from Blackdown Shepherd Huts
Blackdown Shepherd Huts
Episode: Return of the Light Episode 3 - BALM
Jo Tinsley
Editor of Ernest Journal, author of The Slow Traveller, and regular contributor to The Simple Things
Ernest Journal
Episode: The Spring Tonic Episode 3 - RELISH
Rosie Weatherly
Representative from Mind discussing the Paws subscription box
Mind
Episode: The Spring Tonic Episode 2 - CURIOUS

Hosts

Lisa Sykes
Editor and host of The Simple Things magazine; regular host guiding the seasonal, lifestyle-focused conversation.
Rebecca Frank
Co-host and Wellbeing Editor; contributes practical wellbeing and lifestyle perspectives.
Jo Tinsley
Co-host and regular contributor; aka The Slow Traveller, adds travel and experiential stories.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 180 ratings
  • Lovely podcast

    I have just discovered the magazine and now podcast. They are both purely delightful! I like to put on the podcast when I’m puttering around my kitchen. The short stories are really enjoyable. I learn something new all the time when listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TeaPur9
    United States8 months ago
  • My sewing companion

    I have loved the simple things magazine for years now , I look forward to it coming through the door ! And now I have these lovely podcasts to keep me company as I work , it’s such a gentle and loving podcast and so informative around nature , baking, flowers and much much more. Thank you to the Simple things team for helping to keep my life as simple as possible in a busy household !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JustU4
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Delightful!

    Delightful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    willowsquare
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Lovely show

    I’m happy to have found this podcast. I love the theme music and Lisa’s voice is pure ASMR.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MidnightMelodyStar
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Envelopes you like a warm cuppa

    Love the presenters of this podcast their voices are so easy to listen to and they both gel together really well. Insightful, inspiring and gives you a renewed outlook on the simple things to enjoy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lacy113
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Q: So start off by telling us a bit more about what MSC does and how it works?
The MSC sets a globally recognized standard for sustainably wild caught seafood, working with fisheries around the world that are independently assessed to protect fish populations and support healthy ecosystems.

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A warm, lifestyle-focused series centered on slowing down and making the most of everyday life. Episodes blend gardening, food, seasonal crafts, storytelling, neighborly activities, and gentle wellbeing with magazine-backed themes like folklore, nature, and slow travel. Hosts cultivate a calm, convivial vibe, weaving personal anecdotes with practical tips for enjoying May days, summer afternoons, and the small pleasures of home and community. A recurring sponsor segment and content tie-ins with a heritage magazine give the show a distinctive, well-curated feel; the format suits listeners who want thoughtful, actionable ideas for mindful living and family-friendly activities without hype or pressure.

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