A brief history of Kilkenny castle, latest home security tech & rental space refurbs with Jennifer Sheahan

This week Sinéad talks to the founders of "Within the Village," a remarkable restoration project nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Western Ireland. Next, our green-thumbed expert, Irish gardener Peter Dowdall, will share invaluable tips and tricks to ensure your garden remains a source of joy in your life. Looking to cozy up your home this holiday season? Sinead has you covered with her top picks for interior and home-related books, perfect additions to your Christmas wish list. And finally, Jennifer Sheehan will inspire you with her insights on decorating small spaces, proving that size should never limit your style.

The week on The Home Show Podcast: Sinead chats to dog behaviour expert, Nanci Creedon, about why you should think twice before you get a dog for Christmas; gardening grandad, Gerald Stratford, affectionately known as the 'Veg King' joins Sinead to talk about his newfound stardom; we’ll have tips on buying a rug for your home with Clare Vallely, co-owner and Managing Director of Kukoon Rugs; and if you or a family member are thinking about downsizing your home, Denise O’Connor is with us this week to outline what needs to be considered.

This week on The Home Show podcast: Sinead is joined by Sonya Lennon and Brendan Courtney who have created a transformative lifestyle collection with Kilkenny Design; Ciara O'Brien, Irish Times business and technology journalist has some tips ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday later this month; Suzy O’Keefe from the Design & Crafts Council of Ireland talks Irish Design Week 2023; and we get some insights into how we can glam up our homes on a budget with Natasha Rocca Devine.

This week Sinead delves into a cozy winter lineup. First, gardening guru Peter Dowdall shares essential tips for nurturing your garden during the chilly months. Then we unravel the do's and don'ts of mattress shopping with insights from Youlanda Kelly, alongside Des Kelly, Executive Director. Get inspired by the vibrant world of artist Orla Walsh, hailed as Ireland's own Andy Warhol. Plus, ever heard of a breakfast pantry? Niamh Maher, Creative Director at Journal Media, is here to reveal the secrets of this morning marvel.

This week on The Home Show Podcast:  Designer Orla Kiely joins us to talk about her new furniture collection. Entertainment.ie movie editor Brian Lloyd, is back with us as we continue our series on famous homes from film - this week we are looking at houses featured in Amityville, The Others, and What Lies Beneath. Jennifer Sheahan has some tips on decorating your home for Halloween.  And a creative pop-up opened in Kildare Village this week showcasing the work of 24 craft and design makers from Kildare. Sinead is joined by the lady who led the project, Claire Dunleavy from Kildare LEO.