Homing In

Homing In

The Homing In podcast explores the importance of home in shaping who we are. Join Matt Gibberd, author and co-founder of The Modern House, as he invites each guest to discuss their life story through the lens of the spaces they’ve occupied, from their childhood home to where they live now. Each episode is recorded on location, on the guest’s sofa or around their kitchen table. This provides unique behind-the-scenes access into the private lives of some of our leading public figures, including actors, artists, chefs and entrepreneurs. Be prepared for tears, laughter and everything in between.


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Homing In is produced by The Modern House, with music by Simeon Walker.


The Modern House is an estate agency that helps people live in more thoughtful and beautiful ways. If you have a modern home to sell, get in touch to find out how we can maximise its value.


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Latest Episode

How My Garden Grows: A pint-sized coastal plot thickly cloaked in climbers (04.09.2025)

Previous Episodes

  • Sir Christopher Le Brun: The leading painter on the homes that have shaped him 03.04.2025
  • Dame Zandra Rhodes: the fashion legend on living a life in Technicolor 11.03.2025
  • Nigel Slater: the food writer opens the door to his fascinating home life 13.11.2024
  • Kevin McCloud: the Grand Designs presenter takes us behind the scenes of his own life 01.08.2024
  • Skye Gyngell: a searingly honest portrait of a chef battling for her identity 30.07.2024
  • Ruth Rogers: London’s favourite chef on creating an iconic house 25.07.2024
  • Mary Portas: the queen of the high street’s inspiring journey from homeless orphan to a London townhouse that’s all hers 18.07.2024
  • Cath Kidston: the floral-obsessed entrepreneur on why life isn’t always a bed of roses 05.07.2024
  • Jonny Gent: music, martinis and mayhem from the founder of Sessions Arts Club 28.06.2024
  • Tim Ross: the Australian comedian on the life-changing effect of modest, modernist buildings – and tinted moisturiser 21.06.2024
  • Luke Edward hall: the artist and designer pulls back the curtain to reveal his colourful life story 07.06.2024
  • James Lohan: the co-founder of Mr & Mrs Smith on how his first experience of home shaped an obsession with boutique hotels 24.05.2024
  • Claudia Donaldson: the pioneering editor and creative director on creating a sanctuary at home – and the luxury of pink loo roll 26.04.2024
  • Philippe Malouin: the experimental designer on creating with integrity – and the art of upcycling 11.04.2024
  • Sumayya Vally: the South African architect on how growing up in a township defined her sense of place 28.03.2024
  • Tim Little: the owner of Grenson footwear on his journey from Adidas ad man to sole trader 15.03.2024
  • Jeremy Lee: the much-loved chef who grew up in a wedge of cheddar 01.03.2024
  • Akram Khan: the poignant story of a man who found his voice through dance 19.01.2024
  • Roksanda Ilinčić: the fashion designer’s colourful journey through Belgrade, Britain and Brazil 04.01.2024
  • Rosh Mahtani: the Alighieri founder’s inspiring journey from school outcast to acclaimed entrepreneur 01.12.2023

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