Do you have a small outdoor space in your home like a garden or balcony that you’d like to jazz up? This week, the Home Squad are here to discuss decorations for small outdoor spaces! Joining Andrea to discuss is Jenny Sheehan, Co-Host of ‘Rip it up: The Renovations Podcast’ (@workerscottage on Instagram) and Jenny Butler, Interior Architect & Director of Jennifer Anne Interior.
Siobhan O’Hagan on her solo IVF and parenting journey
02/07/2026 | 18 mins.
Joining Andrea to discuss her solo parenting journey, and now her solo IVF journey is Siobhan O’Hagan, an online fitness coach and content creator.
Why are probate wait times different around the country?
02/07/2026 | 16 mins.
Probate turnaround can take up to 10 times longer, depending on where you are in the country. The average wait time is 11 weeks, with places like Clonmel averaging on 20 weeks. So, why do wait times differ so much, and how can this impact people buying or selling property? Joining Andrea to discuss is John Costello, Consultant Solicitor in Noble Law Solicitors in Dundrum and Ray Cooke, CEO of Ray Cooke Auctioneers.
Is Taylor Swift getting married in Madison Square Garden?
02/07/2026 | 11 mins.
It looks like Taylor Swift is set to tie the knot with American Football player Travis Kelce, after the singer booked out Madison Square Garden in New York. Are you excited, or do you not really care? Joining Andrea to discuss is Dr Ellen Howley, Assistant Professor at the School of English in DCU, Comedian Jess Spencer and more.
The Making of Lewis Capaldi!
02/07/2026 | 13 mins.
We’ve decided to do a deep dive on some of our favourite albums to explore the stories behind them. What did the artists really think of each other? Where did the inspirations from the songs come from? Joining Andrea to discuss is Alan Buckley from the Irish Rock ‘N’ Roll Museum Experience, who’s going to talk through the life and work of Lewis Capaldi!
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