Episodes 76
Avg. Duration 25m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.6 (11)
Since Dec 2023
Latest Episode May 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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About This Podcast

Welcome to My Home is Special — the podcast that asks one simple question with endless, beautiful answers: What makes a place feel like home? What started as a journey across countries, exploring what made people’s homelands special, has grown into something deeper — a celebration of belonging, identity, and authenticity. Now, each month, MHiS brings you intimate conversations with people from all walks of life, reflecting on the places and spaces where they feel most themselves. And between those episodes? You’ll get a little slice of home from Chicago — raw, real, and often hilarious stories from the stage at Grown Folks Stories. Whether you’re searching for your own sense of home or just love hearing how others have found theirs, this podcast is your cozy corner of the internet. Pull up a chair. You’re welcome here. The official website for the project is www.MyHomeIsSpecial.com. I’ll share episodes & photo links there. You can also see my photos at www.KBevPhoto.com or just follow @KBevPhoto on IG.

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Ep 53: Story Time - Airport ops insanity

May 18, 2026 8m

What really happens behind the scenes when your flight is delayed or your bag goes missing? In this story, a firsthand look inside one of the nation’s busiest airports reveals the kind of chaos that…

Ep 52: Skydiving - Isa's Home

May 04, 2026 39m

Skydiving might sound like the ultimate adrenaline rush—but for Isa Watson, it’s something entirely different. Reconnecting after more than a decade, I learned Isa is not only an author and founder…

Ep 51: Story Time - Bad travel planning in South Asia

Apr 20, 2026 7m

Ever planned a “perfect” trip only to realize you flipped the whole vibe on its head? In this Story Time, a seasoned traveler shares how a dream South Asia itinerary went from calm and easy to…

Ep 50: Underwater (Scuba diving) - Craig's home

Apr 06, 2026 44m

I’m kicking off a really fun 3-part series with my longtime friend Craig M. Robinson—someone I’ve known for over 30 years—who brings a whole new meaning to going deep. With 500+ dives under his belt,…

S5E49 Ep 49: Story time - Remembering Mic One

Mar 16, 2026 7m

This Story Time episode is a heartfelt reflection on Mic One, a Chicago rapper whose quiet generosity left a lasting mark on my life. Though we only crossed paths a few times while I was…

S5E48 Ep 48: Maximizing Neuromuscular Health - Bridgette's Home

Mar 02, 2026 41m

I really enjoyed sitting down with my friend Bridgette, who somehow managed to earn both a PhD and an MD after basically crushing every STEM class she ever took. She now helps patients improve their…

S4E47 Ep 47: Story Time - The Wing-it Incident

Feb 16, 2026 5m

Back in 2014, an “incident” in our dorm turned into a story that still cracks me up—featuring an overzealous delivery driver, a Chicago brother, and a lesson learned the hard way. This short story…

S4E46 Ep 46: Among the Ancestors - Andre's Home

Feb 02, 2026 37m

Andre’s journey from corporate life to founder of Black Ancestries is as inspiring as it is powerful. In this episode, we dive into how his love for genealogical research turned into a mission:…

Ep 45: *Encore* The Black Church Tradition - Otis' Home

Jan 19, 2026 35m

Hard to believe it's been a year since this episode came out right before BHM 2025.  My intro commentary turns out to be as relevant as ever, as does this episode.  If you haven't heard it, take a…

Ep 44: The Pre-primary Classroom - Yolita's home

Jan 05, 2026 29m

Yolita Ray has spent decades shaping little minds in the pre-primary classroom at the Ancona School in Chicago. With warmth, patience, and deep purpose, she helps children build the emotional, social…

Ep 43: Story Time - Graffiti treks abroad

Dec 15, 2025 7m

In this Story Time episode, Keith shares how his passion for hip-hop and graffiti has taken him far off the tourist path—from São Paulo to Johannesburg to Cape Town. While chasing street art in…

S4E43 Ep 42: The Barber Shop - Rico's Home

Dec 01, 2025 38m

In this episode, I catch up with Rico, aka BBoy Reksick, who I’ve known from the scene for many years.  He’s the owner of Calaveras Barber Shop and SMP in Chicago. After a random airport run-in…

Ep 41: Story Time - Mexico City lessons

Nov 17, 2025 6m

In this Story Time episode, Keith recalls a spontaneous weekend trip from Texas to Mexico City for some solo photography—and how ignoring his wife’s advice to “be careful” caught up with him almost…

S3E42 Ep 40: The Mayor's Office - Phil's Home

Nov 03, 2025 29m

Mayor Phil Jones returned to his hometown of Newport News as the city’s youngest mayor—and just days into the role, he faced a heartbreaking tragedy that drew national attention. Thrust into the…

Ep 39: Story Time - The Lion Park

Oct 20, 2025 6m

In this Story Time episode, Keith shares about his first trip to Africa—a family adventure meant to experience life beyond the U.S. While visiting a lion park and getting ready to pet baby lions,…

S4E38 Ep 38: In Visual Effects - Greg's Home

Oct 06, 2025 43m

Greg Anderson went from studying architecture in college to becoming a powerhouse in the world of visual effects—and it’s been so fun to watch that evolution. In this episode, we dive into how he…

Ep 37: Story Time - Outside my bubbles (my IG Feeds)

Sep 15, 2025 7m

Before I split it into multiple accounts, my Instagram feed was a mix of all the different communities that I photograph.  As a member of those communities, I have met some amazing people and…

Ep 36: Silent Meditation - Modupe's Home

Sep 01, 2025 35m

Tenured professor, stress expert, and longtime friend Modupe Akinola joins the podcast for a deeply grounding conversation. With all her accomplishments, you might not expect "silent meditation" to…

S5E35 Ep 35: Story Time - Traveling with a purpose

Aug 18, 2025 7m

This month’s storytime is about a powerful pilgrimage trip to Charleston, South Carolina with our church, where we explored the deep African American history rooted in that city. The experience felt…

S4E34 Ep 34: Community-building Ventures - Eric's Home

Aug 04, 2025 42m

Eric Williams is the creative force behind The Silver Room and a driving presence behind some of Chicago’s most beloved cultural events. In this episode, we talk about how he got his start, what…

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How many episodes does My Home is Special have?

My Home is Special has published 76 episodes since December 2023, covering topics in Arts, Documentary.

Is My Home is Special still active?

My Home is Special is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 25m.

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