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Rip It Up: The Renovations Podcast

Jenny Sheahan and Kate O'Driscoll
Home Renovation
Renovation
Interior Design
DIY
Lighting
Storage Solutions
Renovation Process
Plumbing
Budgeting
Architects
Kitchen Design
Bathrooms
Home Maintenance
Heating Systems
DIY Projects
Home Design
Christmas Decorations
DIY Home Repair
Builders
Appliances

In the Rip it Up podcast, RTE's Home of the Year winner Jenny and finalist Kate step the listener through everything they've learned in buying a wreck of a house and turning it into a dream home. They demystify the entire renovation journey, from finding the right house, all the way through the renovation process, from picking a builder, to choosing wallpaper. No brick will be left unturned.

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Recent Guests

Athena Calderone
Interior designer, blogger, author known for EyeSwoon
EyeSwoon
Episode: #64 The Kitchen That Changed the Game | Athena Calderone (EyeSwoon) - Unpacking Iconic Homes
Hazel Burton
Home Reset founder, professional organizer
The Home Reset
Episode: #60 The Home Reset - Staying Organised and Decluttering After Renovation, with Hazel Burton
Dr. Laura
A GP and skincare guru who renovated her home and built a skincare clinic
Phare
Episode: Episode 46 - Dr. Laura on Renovating a Home, Building a Clinic, and Top Skincare Tips
Kim Buckley
Host of SEAI's House Warming Podcast
SEAI
Episode: Episode 43 - House Warming Podcast cross-episode
Tanya Neufeld Flanagan
Interior designer and host of The Interiors Podcast
The Interiors Podcast
Episode: Episode 35 - Rip It Up // The Interiors Podcast
Laura de Barra
Three-time bestselling author and property portfolio developer
Author of Gaff Goddess
Episode: Episode 29 - The Gaff Goddess: Laura de Barra
Gráinne Gillett
Renovation enthusiast from Dublin, known for her dramatic transformation of a Victorian cottage into a modern home
Episode: Episode 27 - Grainne Gillett's Victorian Cottage Renovation
Georgina Wilson
Award-winning Australian architect and founder of Georgina Wilson Associates and Ask an Architect platform.
Georgina Wilson Associates
Episode: Episode 19 - Georgina Wilson, Special Guest

Hosts

Jenny
Host of Rip It Up: The Renovations Podcast; renovation consultant and home-design writer with Irish media presence.
Kate
Co-host and renovation consultant with engineering/sustainability background; a regular voice on design and renovation conversations.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 209 ratings
  • Rehashing

    Unfortunately this podcast seems to have run out of steam and they seem to be rehashing the same old advice which is a shame as it was good in the early days. They seem to be phoning it in now just to keep some sort of profile for themselves going

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ohaihowru
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • 🙏

    Such a great balance between the two. Thanks for all the insights…very helpful and VALUABLE!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thepolz
    United States2 months ago
  • Love it!

    Love this podcast! I stumbled upon it well getting ready to move into an old Victorian home. It’s been so helpful that I’ll admit I’ve taken some wrong turns while driving and listening to it at the same time. Also, as an American of Irish descent, it’s so fun to get a peek into how Irish homes are built. And almost all of the tips are still very useful to me over here on the other side of the pond. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deirdre K.
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellant resource

    This show is a pleasure to listen to and the most useful, common sense resource for planning my renovation project. It's great to get an unbiased opinion with all budgets accounted for. Just listened to the kitchen counter top episode en route to a stone supplier and the balanced overview by Jenny and Kate has clarified my thoughts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MHDF281
    Irelanda year ago
  • Sensational!

    So many ideas for renovators. Thanks for sharing your experience and insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gedem
    Australiaa year ago

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Listeners praise clear, practical guidance and relatable hosts.
Some criticism notes repetitive content but generally positive sentiment around host chemistry and usefulness for real-home projects.
Fans value hands-on trade insights and real-world project stories.

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#60 The Home Reset - Staying Organised and Decluttering After Renovation, with Hazel Burton
Q: Is there anything you repeatedly advise that listeners could implement to make their lives easier?
A core recommendation is to implement a simple, repeatable system with one-in, one-out rules, visible storage, and end-to-end planning from pre-move through move-back to maintain calm and order.
#60 The Home Reset - Staying Organised and Decluttering After Renovation, with Hazel Burton
Q: Could you give a top-line blow-by-blow of the pre-renovation move-out and move-back-in process?
Hazel describes a phased approach: start with mapping and reduction in the rental space before renovation, then repeat the process in the renovated home, focusing on storage, rotation, and functionality, ensuring there's a place for everything.
Episode 46 - Dr. Laura on Renovating a Home, Building a Clinic, and Top Skincare Tips
Q: What are your must-have skincare products?
Dr. Laura lists core skincare essentials and promotes her AlphaRet Overnight Cream.
Episode 46 - Dr. Laura on Renovating a Home, Building a Clinic, and Top Skincare Tips
Q: How did you manage living there while renovating?
Dr. Laura explains that they did it bit by bit and managed living in a mess during the renovations.
Episode 45 - the SEAI Traditional Homes Pilot Scheme
Q: What are common pitfalls for people applying for grants?
Homeowners should not start work before grant approval and must follow specifications to ensure eligibility.

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Two Irish hosts guide listeners through the DIY renovation journey, sharing practical tips from real-world builds, trade interviews, and design insights. Episodes spotlight everything from upfront planning with electricians and trades to styling, budgeting, and adapting iconic design ideas to real homes. A core strength is actionable, experience-driven guidance delivered in a warm, conversational style, with guests who bring on-the-ground expertise and relatable anecdotes. The show balances technical how-tos with design storytelling, making complex renovation decisions more approachable for homeowners, DIYers, and professionals seeking pragmatic takeaways and inspiration.

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1. Athena Calderone
2. Hazel Burton
3. Dr. Laura
4. Kim Buckley
5. Tanya Neufeld Flanagan
6. Laura de Barra
7. Gráinne Gillett
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