The Simple Life Chat

In this episode of the Simple Life Chat, we’re exploring families coping with change. Russ Morris is joined by two guests with separate experience of parenting during periods of transition. Riding the waves of uncertainty is a challenge, especially with young children, who thrive on routine and familiarity - disruption can cause distress on all sides. In a frank and open conversation. Joanne and Rory share their own parenting journeys, and share some of the lessons they’ve learnt along the way.

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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's 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!

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Back in 2020, Simple Life made the decision to remove all pet rent and any additional fees, after realising the importance of pets to customers. In this episode we explore the positive effects this has had on our Simple Life communities, and share important advice on ways to strengthen those pet\owner bonds.

Together with a host of guests, Russ Morris looks at how pet ownership can positively affect your mental health and boost your wellbeing. Our experts also offer practical advice on creating the right environment for a pet, and keeping your pets healthy. We also look at how to connect with our pets, deciphering the ways in which they try to communicate with us. 

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We're kickstarting series 4 with a resident take-over! In this opening episode Russ Morris meets Brett, a Radio Presenter at 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 over wooden spoons and why Brett is a comfortable renter and doesn’t feel pressure to buy.

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For our final episode of the series, we’re going to be tackling the important issue of homelesss-ness with partners Sid & Em from the incredible charity; Embassy. Manchester ranks third highest in the country for people experiencing homelessness, with one in 74 people experiencing being homeless during their lives. Together we will learn about how this charity is creating Embassy Village, offering vital support, and how Coldplay’s tour bus played a pivotal part in that journey. With Winter and Christmas around the corner it feels especially relevant to recognise the crisis in this country and talk about the ways we can support the more vulnerable members of our community.

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Decluttering can have life changing effects on your mental health and wellbeing, and there’s never been a better time to start your home organisation journey. In today’s episode Simple Life Chat host Russ Morris is going to show you not only get organized but STAY organised! 

We’re recording on locatiopn in the Simple Life London show apartment at Elements, and we’re joined by Katie, the inspirational founder at dot. Together we explore the power of home organisation with our partners and professional organisers who connect the dots to transform your space.

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Russ Morris is joined by Ben & Katrina for a special episode of the Simple Life Chat and our first resident takeover of Series 3. As we get to know our Simple Life newly-weds at the start of their new life together, we’re focusing on new ventures and adventures, and the challenges and opportunities that come with them. If you’re on the cusp of a life-change this is the episode for you, join us as we learn together how to turn the page to the Next Chapter.

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Interior design is a key ingredient in making house a home – it’s a lot more than following seasonal trends and popular colour schemes, our home environments have a serious impact on our productivity and all round wellbeing.

For this episode, Simple Life Chat host Russ Morris is joined by our partners at LOFT interiors, who are specialists in creating homes that people truly want to live in and create aspirational living environments across all sectors, including of course, Build To Rent. We get styling tips, investigating trends like #GrannyCore!) and delve into the difference between trendy and timeless. Together we’ll discover how to create the perfect living space for you.

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At Simple Life, we’re on a mission to improve educational facilities for our communities and we believe there are a million ways to reach pupils. In today’s society, with a higher demand for self-awareness, developing outside of the classroom is of increasing importance. When it comes to delivering interactive and authentic experiences to young people, we know first- hand that opportunities provided by Non-profit organisations can have life-altering results.

In this episode we hear from ESG director for Simple Life, Niamh with three of our partners from educational charities to provide their insight on the things they don’t teach you in school.

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This week, we’re delving into the rental market around the capital, as we are joined on-location by some of the Simple Life London team.

Recording within one of the showhomes at Beam Park, we discuss how renting has – and is – changing in London, as the needs of those living in the city fluctuate to new ways of working.

From changing priorities, to the increase of Build to Rent as a viable renting option, London living isn’t just about the bright lights and high rises any more.

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