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Season 3 Episode 1 | Where have I been for 4 years?!
“Hello, and welcome to the Canyon Home Podcast.” These are words I haven’t said in over four years—and today, I’m saying them again with a full heart and a brand new perspective.
This isn’t just a return—it’s a renewal. In this episode, I’m catching you up on everything: where I’ve been, what I’ve learned, and why I’ve come back to share it all with you. From my time as a private chef and estate manager to the quiet moments that shaped my spirit, I’ve collected a treasure trove of life lessons, home wisdom, and soulful inspiration—and I’m finally ready to give it away.
This is a conversation for anyone who's ever wanted to make their everyday feel like a special occasion—no staff required. Whether you’re folding laundry, planning a dinner party, or simply lighting a candle on a Tuesday, this is your space to feel empowered, inspired, and seen.
We’re building something beautiful here, together—one story, one meal, one perfectly folded towel at a time. Welcome (back) home.
Thank you so much for listening to Season 3 Episode 1 of the Canyon Home Podcast!
How to Be the Guest Everyone Wants Back
Season 1 · Episode 8
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 • Duration 28:32
Being invited into someone’s home is a gift — and being a great guest? That’s an art form.
In this episode of Home Made, Theodore and Charlie flip the script on hosting and dive into what it really means to be a gracious guest. From what to bring (hint: wine is fine, but there's more to consider) to how not to overstay your welcome, we’re sharing our golden rules for being remembered for the right reasons.
Whether you're spending a weekend in the guest room or just popping by for a dinner party, this episode is full of thoughtful takeaways that’ll make you the kind of guest who always gets a second invite.
✨ Plus: The best host gifts, how to help without hovering, and a guide on arriving at just the right time.
The Power of Education, A Conversation with Ask Charlie How
Season 2 · Episode 7
Wednesday, September 15, 2021 • Duration 01:06:11
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Season 2 Episode 7 | The Power of Education, A Conversation with Ask Charlie How
Welcome to the Canyon Home Podcast, our host Theodore Leaf guides us to become the best homemakers we can be through tips on everything food, home, life, and style.
“You don’t own it until you give it away”
In Season 2 Episode 7 of the Canyon Home Podcast, Theodore sits down with Charlie Gray of Ask Charlie How, discussing everything from the mental strain of home keeping to their favorite Miele vacuum cleaner. Theodore shares intimate, unheard details of his experiences in therapy, and how those experiences helped him become a better husband and homemaker. Theodore also shares how his education of cooking and housekeeping really propelled him to being the best homemaker he could be for both himself, his husband, and his two dogs. Charlie shares how her childhood experiences have influenced how she goes about life as a homemaker, and the significance of being able to share a skill, just like her mother shared with her years ago.
Welcome to the Canyon Home Podcast, our host Theodore Leaf guides us to become the best homemakers we can be through tips on everything food, home, life, and style.
“When I went to the grocery store and all the shelves were empty, I cried…”
In Season 2 Episode 6 of the Canyon Home Podcast, Theodore shares tips and tricks on everything stocking up, whether for the month, the holidays, or a global pandemic. Theodore also shares his favorite tools for keeping his favorite backstock items fresh. Theodore shares critical food tips that he learned while working at Bouchon, a Thomas Keller Restaurant in New York City. Theodore also highlights a touching review from a wonderful listener.
Welcome to the Canyon Home Podcast, our host Theodore Leaf guides us to become the best homemakers we can be through tips on everything food, home, life, and style.
“I have a very very hard relationship with the word perfect”
In Season 2 Episode 5 of the Canyon Home Podcast, Theodore shares insights from listeners voicemails on the Homemaker Hotline, (312) 465-HOME (312-465-4663).
Theodore highlights the value of homemaking while listening to the podcast's latest voicemails. Theodore also shares how he has opened up over the last decade he has been sharing content on Youtube. Other highlights in this episode include the feeling of accomplishments within the home, his opinion on the word perfect, and how he realigns himself after experiencing not-so-perfect situations.
Special thanks to Laura and Lisa for their incredible voicemails on the homemaker Hotline.
Share the “resistance” that you face everyday, leave a voicemail on the Homemaker Hotline. (312) 465-HOME (312-465-4663).
For our International listeners, send us an email: theodore@theodoreleaf.com , we can’t wait to hear from you.
Stay tuned for more episodes of the Canyon Home Podcast.
Healing Your Home
Season 2 · Episode 4
Wednesday, August 25, 2021 • Duration 22:15
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Season 2 Episode 4 | Healing Your Home
Welcome to the Canyon Home Podcast, our host Theodore Leaf guides us to become the best homemakers we can be through tips on everything food, home, life, and style.
“You can strive to be better”
“I have an eBay addiction”
In Season 2 Episode 4 of the Canyon Home Podcast, Theodore shares how you can create a healing home environment that helps alleviate the trials and tribulations of everyday life. Whether the source of the stress is from outside or inside the home, Theodore’s insight helps everyone polish out the tarnished bits of life. Theodore also shares how to simplify your life with home organization and daily tasks that can maintain the healing properties of a well cared for home.
Share the “resistance” that you face everyday, leave a voicemail on the Homemaker Hotline. (312) 465-HOME (312-465-4663).
For our International listeners, send us an email: theodore@theodoreleaf.com , we can’t wait to hear from you.
Stay tuned for more episodes of the Canyon Home Podcast.
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The Resistance
Season 2 · Episode 3
Friday, August 20, 2021 • Duration 36:34
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Season 2 Episode 3 | The Resistance
Welcome to the Canyon Home Podcast, our host Theodore Leaf guides us to become the best homemakers we can be through tips on everything food, home, life, and style.
“I think a little piece of me died...”
“what... are we... in such... a hurry... from?”
“The one gift that you can give that you basically can’t buy is your time… it’s the gift you can’t get back.”
In Season 2 Episode 3, Theodore shares his experience of “the resistance.”
He shares anecdotes of “the resistance” that he experiences everyday. From paper plate adds to guests saying “oh don’t bother, its just us.” He explains how he can be defeated every time he hears “why bother”, “It’s just us” “paper is fine.” Theodore also questions why people rush, and wonders where the extra time goes that rushed people are saving. Theodore shares his inspiration for this episode, intimate experiences, and the emotional toll “the resistance” takes from us all. Theodore also answers a question from the Homemaker Hotline. (312) 465-HOME (312-465-4663)
Share the “resistance” that you face everyday, leave a voicemail on the Homemaker Hotline. (312) 465-HOME (312-465-4663).
Thank you Abigale from North Carolina for calling the Homemaker Hotline!
Am I a #TRADWIFE ? a conversation with Mrs. Alena Kate Pettitt
Season 2 · Episode 2
Wednesday, July 28, 2021 • Duration 59:38
Season 2 Episode 2 | Am I a #TRADWIFE ? A Conversation with Mrs. Alena Kate Pettitt
Welcome to the Canyon Home Podcast, our host Theodore Leaf guides us to become the best homemakers we can be through tips on everything food, home, life, and style.
“My mom had no choice, sadly.” “I left and didn’t know anything”
In Season 2 Episode 2 of the Canyon Home Podcast, Theodore sits down with the lovely Mrs. Alena Kate Pettitt, and has an incredible conversation on what it means to be a homemaker. Theodore and Alena share intimate details as children growing up with busy working moms, while discussing they discover the real reason their passion is homemaking. Mrs. Alena Kate Pettitt is the author of Ladies Like Us, a book that highlights what it really means to be a modern day woman.
Our theme song is Friendly Fire by the incredible Brian Buckley Band:
Season 2 Premiere! Estate Sales, Thrift Stores & Collecting with Lady Mary Beth
Season 2 · Episode 1
Friday, July 23, 2021 • Duration 47:19
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Season 2 Episode 1 | Season 2 Premiere! Estate Sales, Thrift Stores, & Collecting with Lady Mary Beth
Welcome to the Canyon Home Podcast, our host Theodore Leaf guides us to become the best homemakers we can be through tips on everything food, home, life, and style.
“I knew the vase!, I knew the vase!, and I knew it was expensive!”
In the premiere episode of season two of the Canyon Home Podcast, Theodore sits down with Lady Mary Beth to have an incredible conversation about all things thrifting, collecting, and table setting. After leaving her career At Waterford Crystal, Lady Mary Beth began to learn and collect all things china patterns and pottery. Theodore and Lady Mary Beth discuss their holy grail yard sale finds, and what to look for when hopping from estate sale to garage sale, and every thrift store inbetween.
Welcome to the Canyon Home Podcast, our host Theodore Leaf guides us to become the best homemakers we can be through tips on everything food, home, life, and style.
“When you watch a show or you see a new idea, you have to make it your own.”
In the ninth episode of the Canyon Home Podcast Theodore describes his journey from cluttered to clean in his 900 square foot home, Gingham Cottage. Theodore shares what he learned from reading The Life Changing Magic of TidyingUp by Marie Kondo (link below), pre-Netflix show. Theodore also shares tips and tricks to declutter your space in the right order so you don’t get overwhelmed with all the things you have. He highlights the importance of purging unused things such as clothing, paperwork, and more. Theodore also goes on about his love for matching wooden hangers.
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The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo
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