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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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For Turkish-British novelist Elif Shafak, home isn't a physical place; it lives in the stories we tell.

Elif is an award-winning novelist, celebrated for writing about the lives of people on the margins. She has spent much of her life moving between... more

Dan Martensen is a portrait and fashion photographer whose work appears in Vogue, i-D and WSJ Magazine. He’s also the founder of It’s Bagels, bringing the New York-style bagel he grew up with to London.

In this conversation, Dan talks about being up... more

Writer and creative coach Amie McNee believes that creativity isn’t a luxury; it’s a fundamental human need, and one that many of us are suppressing.

Amie has a wonderfully broad definition of creativity. It might mean writing a novel or painting a ... more

At 91, Rose Wylie has one of the most remarkable stories in contemporary British art. She stopped painting in order to raise her three children and returned to it in middle age, finding widespread recognition in her seventies.

Today her work is exhi... more

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Recent Guests

Elif Shafak
British-Turkish novelist featured as a guest
Episode: Why Home Lives in the Imagination | with Turkish Novelist Elif Shafak
Dan Martensen
fashion and portrait photographer; founder of It's Bagels
Vogue, ID (photography work); It's Bagels
Episode: Dan Martensen: The Fashion Photographer Who Learned to Fit In
Amie McNee
writer and creative coach
Episode: Why Creativity Is a Human Need | With Amie McNee
Rose Wylie
Artist, 91 years old, discussed as a nonconformist house and studio inhabitant
Artist
Episode: Rose Wylie: Nonconformity, Ageing & the Beauty of an Unruly Home
Russell Foster
Professor of Circadian Neuroscience, University of Oxford
University of Oxford
Episode: Is Your Home Keeping You Awake? Professor Russell Foster Rethinks the Rules of Sleep
Charlene Prempeh
Writer and creative consultant; founder of A Vibe Called Tech
A Vibe Called Tech; Financial Times columnist
Episode: Charlene Prempeh: Why More Space Isn’t the Key to a Happier Home
Lemn Sissay
Poet, playwright and broadcaster
Guest on Homing
Episode: Lemn Sissay: What Happens When Home Rejects You?
Anna Jones
Chef and writer
Episode: Anna Jones: Why Home Is an Act of Care
Martha Beck
Sociologist, best-selling author and life coach
Episode: Martha Beck: What Happens When Home Isn’t Safe?

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Matt Gibberd
Host of Homing

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Wonderful podcast

    This is my favourite podcast it’s such a gentle and informative exploration of home and life. Absolutely love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Loeliybla
    Australiaa month ago
  • Thank you….

    Thank you Matt and team for such an informative and beautifully presented way of learning. Your guests are always so thought provoking and honest. I love listening and as someone who has / continues to battle with mental health challenges, your podcast helps a lot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    robdavey5
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Bring on the paywall

    Loved this podcast until it brought in the paywall to hold back from people who don’t have the same level of disposable income as others. Plus the change in focus with the ‘hoping’ shift is boring. It’s more about people than place now

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ohaihowru
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Loving the new direction of the show 💕

    Really enjoying the variety of guests and topics. Love listening to this pod on my commute. Thanks Matt!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaisyPod6
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Great show🏅

    Interesting interviewees and topics. Intelligent and human. Great value even for non British listeners.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leandro S.
    Germany3 months ago

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High-quality production and a soothing, reflective tone.
The host listens deeply and guides with empathy, not questions.
Guests bring candid personal stories, making spaces feel alive.
Thoughtful, intimate conversations that feel like a warm, design-forward chat.

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#17
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#2
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Apple Podcasts
#6
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Apple Podcasts
#35
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#236
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#7
Australia/Arts/Design

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Why Creativity Is a Human Need | With Amie McNee
Q: What does a home look like that supports your creative process?
A space that feels safe and private, with materials left out for quick access, and boundaries that allow for focused time with a balance of social interaction.
Why Creativity Is a Human Need | With Amie McNee
Q: So I want to start with this idea that you've said that creativity is a biological need, what do you mean by that?
Creativity is not optional; when we suppress it, there's measurable physiological and psychological impact, including depression and reduced immune function, and the brain still seeks and benefits from creative acts.
Is Your Home Keeping You Awake? Professor Russell Foster Rethinks the Rules of Sleep
Q: What role does morning light play in circadian alignment?
Morning light advances the clock, helping you wake earlier and go to bed earlier the next day, while evening light delays the clock, nudging you toward later schedules.
Is Your Home Keeping You Awake? Professor Russell Foster Rethinks the Rules of Sleep
Q: Why is sleep considered a pillar of health?
Because poor sleep globally affects emotional regulation, memory, problem-solving, and long-term health risks like cardiovascular disease, cancer, and dementia, making sleep quality central to overall well-being.
Anna Jones: Why Home Is an Act of Care
Q: What role does the home play in her work and identity as a cook and author?
The home is both a sanctuary and a working space where recipes are developed, tested, and filmed; it anchors her creative process in authenticity, tying her writing to real family life and experiences.

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

A thoughtful, design-leaning interview show that centers on the meaning of home, belonging, and memory. Across episodes, conversations weave personal life stories with insights from architecture, art, food, and wellbeing to explore how spaces shape emotions, identity, and relationships. Notable is the host's empathetic, curious style that often surfaces intimate, practical takeaways about how to craft spaces that nourish people. Listeners tend to be design-curious and interested in human-centered storytelling, often drawn to guests who connect place with memory, care, and community.

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Homing launched 7 years ago and published 98 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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Recent guests on Homing include:

1. Elif Shafak
2. Dan Martensen
3. Amie McNee
4. Rose Wylie
5. Russell Foster
6. Charlene Prempeh
7. Lemn Sissay
8. Anna Jones

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