The Family Home

Join Courtney and Michael as they answer listener questions about family life, home organisation, parenting through different stages, decluttering, managing screen time, the ups and downs of relationships and more. Plus, get a sneak peek at their second book coming in September 2026. Whether you’re a longtime listener or new to the series, this episode is packed with practical tips, honest reflect...

Courtney and Michael Adamo chat with Erin Boyle, Brooklyn-based writer and advocate for simple, sustainable living. In this episode, Erin shares what it’s like to raise three children in a small Brooklyn apartment, reflecting on the beauty and challenges of shared spaces. She offers practical ideas for family organisation and minimalism, and speaks to the deeper values that shape her writing on su...

Seven years. Three kids. Countless countries. Courtney and Michael Adamo host Marty and Taryn of Quartier Collective , who have turned family travel into a way of life. The couple share how their love of travel grew into both a lifestyle and a business—hosting immersive travel and learning programs for families around the world. They talk about the small rituals and daily rhythms that create a sen...

Courtney and Michael Adamo host Shira Gill, author and home organising expert, to discuss her minimalist approach to family life. Shira shares her experience of managing a busy household with two teenage daughters and the benefits of minimalism, including mental health improvements and better family dynamics. The conversation touches on practical tips for organising shared spaces and balancing sen...

Courtney and Michael chat with chef, author and entrepreneur Camilla Marcus, whose Los Angeles home is featured in their new book. In this episode, Camilla shares her thoughtful approach to family life, raising four young children in a small, intentional space filled with warmth, connection, and outdoor living. Discover insights on communal living, the value of shared bedrooms, meaningful family r...

In this episode, Courtney and Michael Adamo explore how to create a home that adapts to your growing family. Joined by acclaimed interior stylist and author Natalie Walton, they discuss practical strategies and thoughtful design choices that help living spaces evolve as children do. From flexible furniture and sustainable materials to fostering family togetherness, Natalie shares her insights on b...

Courtney and Michael Adamo are joined by author and mother Elizabeth Antonia for an inspiring conversation about the power of family rituals. Drawing from her own family life and her beautiful book Early Riser Companion , Elizabeth shares how small, repeated actions can bring rhythm, connection and meaning to our days. Together, we explore the role of rituals in deepening family bonds, slowing dow...

Courtney and Michael Adamo are joined by author and Montessori educator Simone Davies for a conversation about how our homes can nurture independence in children. Simone shares her insights on fostering autonomy and responsibility from a young age, and offers simple, practical ideas—like installing low hooks for brooms, using baskets for toys and involving children in everyday tasks. She also touc...

Welcome to our first episode of The Family Home podcast—created to accompany our new book of the same name, launching in September 2025. The book, featuring 24 homes across three continents, focuses on the themes that create joy, connection and meaning in a family home.  In this introductory episode, we share the story behind the book, what to expect from the podcast series and the kinds of though...