A+E Global Media is significantly expanding its lifestyle programming, commissioning over 100 hours of original content for its Home.Made.Nation block, which airs on A&E, FYI, and A+E’s FAST channels. The expansion includes new shows, returning favorites, and partnerships with big names like Rachael Ray and Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine.
Here’s the Lowdown: New series include Million Dollar Zombie Flips (Saturdays at 11am ET/PT on A&E), where Seattle homes are transformed into high-value properties; Beer Budget Reno (April 12 at 12pm ET/PT on A&E), featuring budget-friendly renovations; and The Mother Flip (Fall 2025 on A&E), focusing on Texas house flippers. Instant Italian with Anna Francese Gass returns for a new season March 10 at 9:30 PM ET/PT with season two to follow in 2026. Willing To Flip, a collaboration with Hello Sunshine, is slated for 2026. Rachael Ray’s partnership continues with new episodes of Rachael Ray in Tuscany (March 10th at 9pm ET/PT on FYI) and Rachael Ray’s Meals in Minutes (May 26th 2025 on FYI).
What This Means Now: A&E is making a major investment in lifestyle content, offering a wide range of shows focused on home renovation, flipping, cooking, and real estate. This provides plentiful options for viewers interested in these genres.
The Bigger Picture: The move reflects the continued popularity of lifestyle programming, and it is also a clear challenge to other players in the home and lifestyle broadcast space. By partnering with established names like Rachael Ray and Hello Sunshine, and commissioning a large volume of new content, A+E is positioning Home.Made.Nation as a significant player in this market. Returning series include Zombie House Flipping, 48 Hours to Buy, Oceanfront Property Hunt, and Lakefront Luxury, guaranteeing that will draw in existing fans. Further renewals include Jake Makes It Easy, Global Soul Kitchen and The Chef’s Garden.
