Matthew sits down with Adam Nathan, wholesale dealer in fine antique jewellery. The founder of AA Fine Gems, Adam also runs Gemversity - a digital platform bringing gems, jewellery and education together in one online space.

Having caught the bug as a teenager, Adam didn't hesitate in leaving school to pursue his career as a dealer. He tells Matthew why he is so passionate about his work, why investing in rare and beautiful pieces matters, and how his travels inform his approach.

Adam claims to not get attached to his pieces but does admits to a soft spot for Renaissance jewellery, jade and (big surprise) kashmir sapphires!

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This podcast was produced by Tape Deck for the Irish Antiques Dealers Association.

Follow the IADA on Instagram at @antiquesireland.

Matthew sits down with Killian McNulty of The Vintage Hub, an online shop and warehouse just outside Dublin known for housing a bold mix of mid-century, industrial and retro design.

A self-described collector at heart with an obsessive streak, Killian shares how he developed his eye, why he can find it difficult to sit through a period drama and what drives his passion for great design.

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This podcast was produced by Tape Deck for the Irish Antiques Dealers Association.

Follow the IADA on Instagram at @antiquesireland.

Matthew sits down with Eoin Ryan of Straffan Antiques, a family-run business in County Kildare that has built a strong reputation for high-quality antique furniture and expert restoration.

Eoin shares his journey from growing up around antiques to becoming a central figure in the business himself. He reflects on the craftsmanship of centuries past, the changing tastes of buyers, and the challenges of running a traditional antiques business in a modern world.

He also gives us a glimpse into some of the remarkable pieces he’s encountered over the years — from intricately carved 18th-century furniture to rare Irish-made finds — and explains why he believes antique furniture is seeing such a resurgence in recent years.

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This podcast was produced by Tape Deck for the Irish Antiques Dealers Association.

Follow the IADA on Instagram at @antiquesireland.

Matthew sits down with Chantal O'Sullivan, owner of O'Sullivan Antiques on Francis Street - the centre of the antique trade in Dublin - since 1990.

A natural and charismatic storyteller, Chantal gives a great insight into her decades in the trade, from being 'bitten by the bug' as a 20 year old in Dublin to opening a second location in New York at 31.

Chantal also gives us a peak into some of the incredible pieces that have passed through her hands over the years including a clock that once sat on the mantelpiece in Buckingham House, an engraved Purdey Shotgun and a fireplace which may have been owned by Madame Du Barry in 18th century France.

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This podcast was produced by Tape Deck for the Irish Antiques Dealers Association.

Follow the IADA on Instagram at @antiquesireland.

Matthew sits down with IADA President Garret Weldon of JW Weldon on Clarendon St in Dublin City Centre.

With almost 25 years in the trade, Garret is a leading expert in antique diamond engagement rings, vintage diamond jewellery and antique Irish silver. He also happens to be Matthew's older brother!

Garret shares some fantastic personal stories and gives a great insight into his passion for the work and what it means to him.

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This podcast was produced by Tape Deck for the Irish Antiques Dealers Association.

Follow the IADA on Instagram at @antiquesireland.

In this debut episode, Matthew sits down with Domhnaill Ó Garbhaí, the founder of Acquired.ie, a specialist in rare, high-quality vintage furniture by iconic 20th-century designers from Italy, France, and Denmark.

Domhnaill shares some brilliant stories about his passion for woodwork, art, design, and antiques—from his days as one of Ireland’s largest collectors of Banksy artworks to the standout pieces he’s handled, including a Brionvega RR126 stereo system, a pair of armchairs from the first-class lounge of Italy’s Setebello train, and even a very tiny Picasso.

Follow Acquired.ie on Instagram or visit the website for more information.

This podcast was produced by Tape Deck for the Irish Antiques Dealers Association.

Follow the IADA on Instagram at @antiquesireland.

Antique dealers handle hundreds, if not thousands, of pieces each week, and for every piece there's an incredible story to tell.

Presented by the Irish Antique Dealers Association (IADA), Dealing in the Years uncovers these stories, one dealer at a time.

In each episode, Matthew Weldon sits down with a different IADA member to discuss their journey in the trade.

Launching 9 April 2025