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Home Truths

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Home life is messy, expensive, emotional, and rarely matches the version you scroll past on your feed. Home Truths is a proper chat about all of it. From living with your parents and dreaming of the leap, to mortgages, marriage, the quiet panic of milestones, and finding a local dog walking group you actually like. Nav brings the lived experience of an ex-estate agent, renter, homeowner and landlord. Alex brings the view from the family home, working out when (and whether) to make the move. Between them, two generations of honest perspective on the stuff your group chat half-talks about and no...

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CCUK

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Leisure

Podcast website

www.simplelifehomes.co.uk

Latest episode

Jul 2, 2026

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Episodes

"What are you doing here?" Family matters on Home Truths - S2 Ep5 02.07.2026

In episode 5 of Home Truths, Nav and Alex thought they were recording a chat about family. What they got instead was two surprise visits, a lot of tears, and stories neither of them wanted told on the internet. Alex's mum Jackie turned up. Nav's cousin Michael turned up. Nobody warned them. They get into: – The ASDA freezer moment that still makes Jackie cry laughing – Nav's most embarrassing crus...

Digital detox, doom scrolling, or a full social media ban? Home Truths, S3 Ep4 18.06.2026

In episode 4 of Home Truths, Nav and Alex go offline, well, sort of. They're talking phone addiction, doom scrolling, and where the line should sit between personal habit and outright social media ban, all while painting portraits of each other in real time. (Spoiler: Nav got an F in GCSE art. It shows.) They get into: Nav's confession of a 2.5-hour doom scroll that ate her whole evening Why "AA f...

Going viral wasn't the plan: life online, unfiltered - S2 Ep3 04.06.2026

Going viral was never the plan... In episode 3 of Home Truths, Nav and Alex unpack the messy, accidental, sometimes wonderful reality of building a life online. Nav's leftover roast pie hit 4.5 million views overnight. Alex's spa day vlog took off while she had the notifications turned off. Neither of them set out to do this, and neither of them is willing to pretend it's all curated brand trips a...

Millennials vs. the milestone myth - is 30 what you think it is? S2 Ep2 21.05.2026

Your 30s aren't a deadline — they're a decade. In episode 2 of Home Truths, Nav and Alex get into the pressure of hitting "milestones" by a certain age. Marriage, mortgage, kids, career and why so much of it is noise. Nav reflects on the back end of her 30s, the crossroads between corporate and creative, and the regret she didn't see coming. Alex talks about why she's still at home despite having...

We're Back! With lamb, cinnamon & Alex's Big Lie S2 EP1 08.05.2026

The girls are back for Series 2! Nav and Alex reunite at Nav's house, joined by Tilly the dog, for a proper catch-up on everything that's happened since we last saw them. Expect chaotic New Year superstitions (involving cinnamon and pennies taped to a door), strong opinions on Christmas Day meats, the great Boxing Day debate, why Christmas markets are a £14 bratwurst scam, and the genuinely shocki...

The Untold Truth About Ring Doorbells, Online Shopping and Family Tears. 14.11.2025

In this final series episode of Home Truths, our hosts discuss beef in the street, nosy neighbours and bushes destined to be drunkenly fallen into. Tune in for chat of doorbell management, being left out to dry during family event debriefs, and local (non)celebrities in the street we all love to hate. Join this week's conversation with Alex and Nav, they will have you in stitches. Learn more about...

The refreshing truth about escapism at home, she sheds and property po*n | Home Truths Episode 5 07.11.2025

Alex and Nav are back on the sofa in a brand new Simple Life Home. This time they’re talking all things escapism and how you can make the most of the home. Nav talks us through her home holidays and Alex explains that her ideal home involves a family compound… but everyone agrees that she sheds are the way forward.  So if you’re looking to get away from the stresses of home life, tune in, chill ou...

The Spooky Truth About Working from Home, Ghosts, Kitchen Utensils & Finding the Balance 31.10.2025

Get ready for chaos in this Spooky episode of Home Truths! Alex and Nav are in hysterics as they swap childhood memories, questionable WFH setups, and voice notes they wish they’d never opened. There’s talk of rogue tenants, some very suspicious science experiments, and more laugh-out-loud moments than actual scares. If you’re after giggles instead of jump scares this Halloween, this one’s for you...

The Real Truth About Fashion Fads, Home Decor & Finding 'The Perfect' Home 24.10.2025

In this episode of Home Truths, our hosts tackle the art of decorating your space —without breaking the bank. From dream homes and dopamine décor hacks to smart layouts and money saving ideas, they walk us through ways to turn your home into a cosy, stylish sanctuary, that feels unique to you. Practical tips, candid confessions, and their honest takes on the modern pressures to keep up with trends...

The Honest Truth About Boundaries, Therapy & Finding Your Own Space | Home Truths Podcast 17.10.2025

In this episode of Home Truths, our hosts delve into the hierarchy of needs, the anxiety shelf, and the importance of being house proud. From creating boundaries to the liberating moment you put yourself first, they unpack it all with warmth, wit, and refreshing honesty. Whether you’re renting, a homeowner, or living at home with the 'rents, this is a conversation you’ll deeply relate to. Real tal...

The Hilarious Truth About Renting, Homeownership & Shared Living | Home Truths Podcast 10.10.2025

Ready for some real talk about home life? In this episode of Home Truths, our hosts dive into the nitty-gritty of renting, buying, and everything in between. From nightmare neighbours to the unexpected joys (and frustrations) of sharing a space, they cover it all with a healthy dose of humour and honesty. Whether you're a seasoned homeowner, a first-time renter, or still living with your parents,...

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