
Can the paint on your walls impact your health and the planet? Absolutely! In this episode, I sit down with Patrick Folkes, founder of Graphenstone UK, to explore how eco-friendly, air-purifying paints are transforming wellness design and healthy homes. Conventional paints are packed with VOCs and plastics that pollute indoor air, contribute to damp issues, and release microplastics into the environment. But what if your walls could do the opposite—clean the air, prevent mould, and absorb CO₂...
Feb 18, 2025
44 min

In this inspiring episode of The Healthy Home Show, I sit down with Claire and James Davis, aka The Midlife Mentors, to discuss how midlife can be a time of profound growth and transformation. Drawing from their personal journeys and years of coaching experience, Claire and James share practical strategies for addressing midlife challenges like hormonal shifts, weight gain, low energy, and mental clarity. Topics include: The importance of resistance training for midlife health and metabolism....
Feb 5, 2025
44 min

In this episode of The Healthy Home Show, I sit down with Jemima Hartshorn, founder of Mums for Lungs, to explore the urgent issue of air pollution and its impact on our health. Jemima shares the journey behind this powerful grassroots campaign, which started eight years ago during her maternity leave and has grown into a nationwide movement advocating for cleaner air. We discuss: The dangers of air pollution, including its link to childhood asthma, reduced lung development, and long-term hea...
Jan 21, 2025
33 min

In this inspiring episode of The Healthy Home Show, I chat with Katherine Russell, CEO of John Lewis Build to Rent, about how health, wellbeing, and sustainability are reshaping the rental property landscape. Katherine offers fascinating insights into how biophilic design, community-focused developments, and innovative management practices are redefining what it means to rent a home. We discuss how John Lewis is leveraging its trusted brand ethos—service, communication, and proactive maintena...
Jan 8, 2025
32 min

In this episode of The Healthy Home Show, Charlie chats with Lars Tewes from Clean Living about a groundbreaking approach to cleaning: probiotics! Say goodbye to harsh chemicals and hello to good bacteria that naturally clean your home while improving your indoor microbiome. Learn how these eco-friendly, sustainable products can protect your health, reduce allergies, and save the planet—one spritz at a time. Plus, hear fascinating insights into why a "clean home" doesn’t always mean a healthy...
Dec 11, 2024
39 min

In this episode of The Healthy Home Show, we’re joined by professional organiser and declutterer Katie Brumley, founder of Organise To Thrive. Katie shares how decluttering and organising our spaces can profoundly impact our mental health, reduce stress, and boost creativity. From tailored solutions for neurodivergent individuals to practical tips for families, Katie’s expertise reveals how simplifying our environments can transform our lives. Katie's Website - Organise to Thrive Wha...
Nov 27, 2024
50 min

In this episode of The Healthy Home Show, Charlie chats with Nicla from Nicola D Interiors, an expert in biophilic design and colour psychology. Nicla shares her journey from corporate life to creating healthier, nature-inspired interiors and explains how biophilic design is more than a trend—it’s a research-backed approach to reconnecting with nature indoors, which supports mental and physical well-being. She discusses the importance of incorporating natural elements, like wood and plants, i...
Nov 6, 2024
38 min

Hi, I’m Charlie , also known as the "Healthy Home Therapist." As a holistic health coach, my focus is on helping people create toxin-free, sustainable homes. My journey into this work began when I developed an autoimmune disease that was worsened by exposure to toxic building materials. Through detoxing my environment and diet, I was able to reverse my symptoms, which inspired me to help others do the same. In this interview at The Clean and Tidy Home Show , I shared how many household toxins...
Nov 3, 2024
35 min

In this episode of The Healthy Home Show, Charlie speaks with Nichola Adams from Inspired Ergonomics about the critical role of ergonomics in the workplace and home office. Nichola shares how her personal experience with back pain led her to focus on ergonomics, aiming to address the rising musculoskeletal issues, which now cause over 35 million lost workdays annually in the UK. Inspired Ergonomics Key takeaways include: Impact of Poor Ergonomics: Remote work during COVID-19 led to mak...
Oct 23, 2024
40 min

In this episode of The Healthy Home Show, Charlie chats with Jay Morton from Bell Phillips Architects about the powerful connection between architecture, community, and well-being. They dive into how thoughtful design—especially in affordable housing—can transform lives, foster social bonds, and improve mental and physical health. Jay shares insights on the importance of community involvement in the design process, the long-term value of sustainable materials, and the need for healthier, more...
Oct 9, 2024
53 min
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