Alexander Widener | From New York to Maine, and the Art of Timeless Craftsmanship and Design - Fellow Friends in Home & Hosting
In this episode, I’m joined by Alexander Widener (@Alexander_Widener) — a designer and storyteller whose world blends deep-rooted tradition with intentional living. After years in New York’s fast-paced interiors industry, Alexander made the move to coastal Maine, trading the city for a quieter life shaped by history, craft, and care.We talk about his journey — from working in textiles and showrooms to opening his own guest cottage and store — and the values that guide his work: timeless design, slow decorating, and collecting with purpose. Whether it’s sourcing antiques, working with artisans, or simply letting a home evolve over time, Alexander brings a rare depth and warmth to everything he touches.If you've ever romanticised a quieter life, craved more meaning in your space, or felt drawn to the old-world charm of craftsmanship and character, this one's for you.
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From Heritage to Home: Patricia Rodi on Style, Story, and Slowness | Fellow Friends in Home & Hosting
In this episode, I’m joined by Patricia Rodi — a designer, writer, and content creator whose aesthetic blends her Swedish and French heritage with the quiet romance of life in the Scottish countryside.Patricia and I talk about how her upbringing and cultural influences shape the way she approaches home — from embracing slowness and ritual, to choosing antiques with soul, and layering spaces with history and heart. Her work is a masterclass in intentional living: thoughtful, poetic, and deeply personal.If you’re drawn to homes that tell a story, to the beauty of tradition, or to the art of living gently and beautifully, this conversation will speak to you.
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What’s In, What I’ve Outgrown: 10 Things I’m Backing This First Half of 2025
Mid-year already? Wild. In this solo episode, I’m taking a moment to reflect on 2025 so far — sharing 10 things I’ve been genuinely loving when it comes to home, lifestyle, and content creation.From soft-washed cotton and coverlets finally getting their flowers, to the joy of seasonal living, Aussie design pride, and why I’m done performing for the algorithm — it’s a mix of trends, shifts, and personal realisations.Some of it’s aesthetic. Some of it’s about boundaries. All of it’s part of how I’m choosing to live and show up this year.New Fellow Friends in Home & Hosting episodes will return fortnightly — but in the meantime, enjoy this one-on-one date night with yours truly.
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How to Create a Calm, Collected Home – with Anthony Immediato | Fellow Friends in Home & Hosting
Welcome back to Home and Hosting with Loui Burke — and to another episode of Fellow Friends in Home & Hosting, where I chat with creators and designers about the way we actually live in our homes.In this episode, I’m joined by the ever-warm and wonderfully intentional Anthony Immediato (@anthonyimmediato) — one of my very first friends on TikTok and someone who’s carved out a signature style full of calm, character, and comfort.We talk about:✨ How he transformed his Philadelphia apartment by flipping the floor plan✨ Why mixing styles creates more feeling in a space✨ His advice for making a home feel truly lived in✨ And the little rituals that bring it all togetherPlus, we kick things off with the scent he’s currently burning — because of course we do.—🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts📍 Follow Anthony: [https://www.instagram.com/anthonyimmediato/?hl=en📍 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/louiburke/?hl=en🕯️ New episodes weekly#HomeAndHosting #AnthonyImmediato #InteriorDesignPodcast #CalmHome #TikTokCreators #HomeTour
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A New Chapter Begins - Welcome Fellow Friends in Home & Hosting
This is the official introduction to Fellow Friends in Home & Hosting — a new series within the podcast where I sit down with content creators from around the world to talk about what it really means to make a home.So far, Home and Hosting has been a solo space — a place for me to share my thoughts on interiors, routines, and the feeling of home. But I’ve always believed in telling the world who you are before you’re given the title — and this series is just that. A space to shine a light on the creators who’ve built community, created beauty, and shared it all through the lens of home.Whether you’re renting, renovating, or dreaming of your next move — these chats are full of inspiration, warmth, and the kind of thoughtful creativity that makes this niche anything but small.Welcome to the series. I can’t wait to bring you along.
Let's kick this much-awaited podcast into gear! I'm so excited to finally get behind the microphone and talk to you about all things home & hosting. I'm Loui Burke, known on TikTok and Instagram for my home tips and tricks - particularly my bed-making skills. I've got a background in design, photo styling and marketing. But I am now working as a full-time content creator. I hope you enjoy this podcast where I briefly touch on the importance of making up your home. As I personally feel like you deserve to make a space to retreat from the outside world.
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