HOME TRUTHS FROM SIMPLE LIFE
WELCOME TO OUR PODCAST
Home Truths is about tackling actual “real-life” problems that people experience as they move through wild and wonderful stages of home life. From living at home and flying the nest to settling down and finding a local dog walking group to enjoying home life, nothing is out of scope. Led by our two hosts Alex & Nav – Nav offers her expertise as an ex estate agent, renter homeowner and landlord, while Alex offers the perspective of someone who’s looking to make the leap from the family home herself, Sit back, get comfy and join us for a chat about the real Home Truths.
EPISODES
RETURN TO EMBASSY
In the final episode of this series of the Simple Life Chat, we’re welcoming back Embassy, a Greater Manchester-based charity that helps people break the cycle of homelessness by providing a home, skills training and wraparound support. Russ Morris is joined by founder Sid Williams with an update from the village and the wider organisation. We’ll look at how the Simple Life partnership has progressed and learn more about the Embassy community, six months on.
SIMPLE KITCHEN
In this episode of the Simple Life Chat, we’re dishing out something special with another resident takeover! Russ Morris is joined by Beth who’s mastered the art of food creation from her home. Together they’ll explore her journey into food blogging from the comfort of a Simple Life kitchen.
Recorded and filmed from her own home, Beth shares stories and inspirations that have fueled her culinary adventures over some home cooked food. From kickstarting the day with nutritious breakfasts to tasty Air Fryer recipes. Join us for a mouthwatering chat that could even help you make the next meal in your home a delight!
NEW CHAPTERS – PARENTING SPECIAL
In this episode of the Simple Life Chat, we’re exploring families coping with change. Russ is joined by two guests with seperate experience of parenting during periods of transition. Riding the waves of uncertainty is always a challange, especially with young children who thrive on routine – disruption can cause distress on all sides. In a frank and open conversation, Joanne and Rory share some of the lessons they’ve learnt along the way.
THE SIMPLE LIFE HACKS
In this episode Russ Morris gets some much-needed advice from special guest Gemma Bray, creator of The Organised Mum Method. From saving money and time to conquering the chaos of cleaning, Gemma is here to share her wisdom, help streamline your routine and get your life in order. Learn how you can make your home life less of a chore with our Simple Life hacks!
THE SIMPLE LIFE PETCAST
Back in 2020, Simple Life made a pivotal decision to remove all pet rent and additional fees, recognizing the vital role pets play in our customers’ lives. In this episode, we delve into the positive impact this change has had on our Simple Life communities and offer valuable advice on strengthening the bond between pets and their owners.
Join Russ Morris and a host of guests as they explore how pet ownership can enhance your mental health and overall wellbeing. Our experts provide practical tips on creating a pet-friendly environment and maintaining your pet’s health. We also uncover ways to connect with our pets, helping you understand the unique ways they communicate with us.
Tune in for an insightful discussion on the joys and benefits of pet ownership!
RESIDENT TAKEOVER
In this episode, Russ meets Brett, a radio presenter from Gaydio and a Havenswood resident to hear his story of moving to Manchester from Shropshire, finding himself in the big city and what eventually brought him to Simple Life.
We chat about it all from dogs, to arguments about wooden spoons to why Brett is a comfortable renter and doesn’t feel pressure to buy.
