Making a House a Home Adventure - Part 2

Making a House a Home Adventure - Part 2

Author: Made By Mortals March 12, 2026 Duration: 15:06

In part two, we continue our adventure to learn how to make a house a home. We meet John-Paul, an artist and visionary with a keen creative eye. He helps Connie and the gang find the inspiration to decorate the house using a ‘special things’ box the family sent. 🎨🖌️

“Special things’ boxes are very special and can also be magical. They are packed with inspiration. Connie, take the first object out of the family’s special things box and see where the inspiration takes us...” 

By the end of the episode, the decoration in the family’s new house matches the family’s interests, passions, and energy. But it is still missing one final ingredient to make a house a home. What could it be? 🤔

Read the transcript for this episode here.


Credits

Armchair Adventures is produced by Made By Mortals

Actor - Hannah Donelon

Sound design - Blueprint Studios

This was a Made By Mortals production funded by The Arts Council of England. Special thanks to homelessness charity Groundswell and Shared Health, and to the families living in temporary accommodation who helped make and record this episode.

Support: https://www.patreon.com/ArmchairAdventures

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Imagine a doorway to a place where the sofa becomes a rocket ship and a rainy afternoon transforms into a quest through ancient history. That's the spirit of Armchair Adventures: A Join-In Story Podcast for Kids, created by Made By Mortals. It’s more than just listening; it’s an invitation to become part of the story. Young listeners step right into the Imagination Travel Agency alongside Connie and her Uncle Chris, where every episode is a new ticket to discovery. The crew might find themselves designing a secret superhero headquarters one week and prepping for a delicate mission on the International Space Station the next. Through these engaging audio adventures, the series seamlessly weaves in real-world knowledge about science, historical events, and diverse cultures, making the learning feel like part of the fun. With lively stories, catchy songs, and plenty of moments for kids to shout out answers or join in, this podcast turns ordinary moments into extraordinary expeditions. It’s a celebration of curiosity, proving that you don’t need to leave the house to embark on a journey where absolutely anything is possible.
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