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The Homing podcast explores the importance of home in shaping who we are. Join Matt Gibberd, author and co-founder of The Modern House, as he takes listeners inside the homes of inspiring guests to examine what really happens inside our walls – how they influence our emotions, creativity and sense of self. Featuring leading voices from art, film, wellbeing and beyond, Homing is a thoughtful journe... more

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Loneliness, anxiety and a loss of belonging are among the defining crises of our time. Johann Hari believes they share a common cause.

Johann is the author of Lost Connections and Stolen Focus – two of the most widely read books on mental health pub... more

Margot Henderson is one of Britain's most influential chefs, and a pioneer of “nose-to-tail” cooking. She's spent her career finding value in what others might disregard – a philosophy that extends far beyond the kitchen.

Alongside her husband, Ferg... more

Today's guest is psychotherapist Julia Samuel MBE, one of Britain's leading experts on grief and trauma.

Julia has worked with hundreds of families navigating bereavement, including members of the Royal Family. She was a close friend of Diana, Princ... more

Patrick Williams is an interior decorator who specialises in period buildings and restoration projects. He views design not just as decoration, but as a form of storytelling and historical preservation.

Patrick is the founder of Berdoulat, a design ... more

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Recent Guests

Margot Henderson
Chef, Rochelle Canteen and St John collaborator
Rochelle Canteen; St John; The Three Horseshoes
Episode: Chef Margot Henderson on Home, Food & Caring for Fergus
Julia Samuel
Psychotherapist specializing in grief and trauma
Independent practice
Episode: Can a Home Help You Heal? – With Psychotherapist Julia Samuel MBE
Patrick Williams
Interior decorator, founder of Berdoulat
Berdoulat
Episode: Patrick Williams on Grief, Restoration and the House That Shaped His Life
David Shrigley
Contemporary artist known for drawings and deadpan observations
Independent artist
Episode: David Shrigley on Anxiety, Absurdity & Ageing Disgracefully
Yvonne Jewkes
Professor of criminology and expert on prison architecture
University/Criminology community (as discussed)
Episode: Can a Prison Ever Feel Like Home? – with Professor Yvonne Jewkes
Sue Stuart-Smith
Psychiatrist and author of The Well-Gardened Mind
Serge Hill Project; author
Episode: Sue Stuart-Smith on Nature, Childhood & The Garden as Medicine
Takero Shimazaki
Architect
Studio Takero Shimazaki
Episode: Do We Really Need More Stuff? — with Japanese Architect Takero Shimazaki
Henry Holland
Founder of House of Holland; ceramicist and designer
Henry Holland Studio / House of Holland
Episode: Henry Holland on Reinvention, Resilience & Home in Two Halves
Alain de Botton
Writer and philosopher; founder of The School of Life
The School of Life
Episode: Alain de Botton: Is Your Home Making You Happy?

Host

Matt Gibberd
Host of Homing; Co-founder of The Modern House

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 825 ratings
  • Personal and insightful

    Personal and insightful interviews with interesting people. There’s a sense of heart, care and integrity in this podcast.

    Matt Gibberd has genuine curiosity and seems to have a knack of asking the questions I want to know the answer to in interviews with people I find intriguing. It’s broadened my view on what home is and how that sense of home is developed to grow. It’s diverse, and at times fragile.

    My favourite podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pearlathome
    Australia2 months ago
  • Thank you for these interviews Matt

    Every single episode is worthy of your time - ears and eyes 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ed and Al
    Australia2 months ago
  • Insightful

    Fascinating, insightful discussions about what home means in these increasingly challenging times. Particularly enjoyed the thought-provoking interview with Takero Shimazake - the concept of ‘what is just enough’

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TDS4P
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Love this podcast ❤️✨

    I absolutely love this podcast. It’s always such a comforting and soothing listen. Highly recommend. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Richard__M
    South Africa2 months ago
  • Exceptional

    I find the psycho geography of home, emotions, buildings, objects and landscape, increasingly fascinating and keep stretching the wires of all sorts of thoughts back to what is home (recently Laurence Mitchell’s “Flint Country”and Bee Wilson’s “Heart Shaped Tin”).

    So Homing is a sort of base camp for me (see also Matt’s book “A Modern Way To Live).

    The Takero Shimazaki episode is full to the brim with brilliance. I’m going to re-listen to it several times, I know. My brain is fizzing. There a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Northnorfolk
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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Guests are described as generous and insightful, bringing personal depth to discussions.
Listeners praise the host's listening style and ability to follow up with thoughtful questions.
The show is noted for its calming, intimate vibe and its focus on home and belonging.

Chart Rankings

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#12
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#250
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#3
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#11
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Apple Podcasts
#39
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Apple Podcasts
#169
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Can a Home Help You Heal? – With Psychotherapist Julia Samuel MBE
Q: What is the role of home in the process of grief and healing?
Home acts as a secure base and a tangible space where we can process loss, regain agency through changing our environment, and gradually integrate the memory of those we've lost with our ongoing life.
Can a Home Help You Heal? – With Psychotherapist Julia Samuel MBE
Q: How would you personally define the word home, do you think?
Home is where I feel physically and psychologically rooted, a place of belonging that lets me be different versions of myself while feeling safe.
Can a Prison Ever Feel Like Home? – with Professor Yvonne Jewkes
Q: Can a prison ever feel like a home?
Yes, in part, through design choices that soften the environment, provide control and dignity, and introduce elements of normalcy and comfort that support rehabilitation rather than punishment.
Can a Prison Ever Feel Like Home? – with Professor Yvonne Jewkes
Q: What does that word home mean to you personally?
Home means sanctuary and a space that sustains creativity and emotional life, even when the physical dwelling is imperfect or interrupted by life's challenges.
Sue Stuart-Smith on Nature, Childhood & The Garden as Medicine
Q: How would you describe the connection between tending a garden and tending to your inner life?
She emphasizes that gardening helps metabolize thoughts, reduces stress, and allows people to process emotions by engaging with nature and its cycles.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Homing

What is Homing about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtfully paced show that centers on how spaces shape emotion, identity, and daily life. Conversations span architecture, landscape, gardening, art, food, and psychology, with guests ranging from designers and architects to authors, photographers, and psychologists. Each episode often threads personal history, professional practice, and intimate reflections on home, belonging, and well-being, weaving in practical design ideas and human-centered narratives. Notable is the blend of practical design philosophy with lyrical, human storytelling that often invites vulnerability and warmth, making it a compelling listen for listeners curious about how our environments influence who we are and how we live. The format tends to feature long-form... more

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1. Why Women Grow
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Homing launched 6 years ago and published 85 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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What guests have appeared on Homing?

Recent guests on Homing include:

1. Margot Henderson
2. Julia Samuel
3. Patrick Williams
4. David Shrigley
5. Yvonne Jewkes
6. Sue Stuart-Smith
7. Takero Shimazaki
8. Henry Holland

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