The Decorators Den Podcast

🎙This week on The Decorators’ Den, Sean and Baz are joined by Joanne Hay,❤️ a painter and decorator from Newcastle who has built a strong reputation both on the tools and across social media.

Joanne shares her journey into the trade, what those early years were really like starting out, and some of the challenges she faced working in a traditionally male-dominated industry. With it being Women in Construction Week, the conversation also turns to the importance of encouraging more women into the trade and breaking down the barriers that still exist.

They also dive into Joanne’s growing presence on social media, discussing the positives it’s brought to her business, the reality of dealing with online negativity, and how she balances content creation with life on the tools. The episode also explores her work with brands and what it’s really like being a product ambassador in the decorating world.

As always, it’s an honest conversation about the trade, the industry, and what it takes to build a career in decorating today.

You can watch the episode on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms.

This week on The Decorators Den Podcast, Baz and Sean finally grab five minutes to actually talk to each other after four solid weeks of back-to-back guests. It’s just the two of them, a bit of breathing space… and a big sponsor announcement 👀

They chat about the continued support from The Talking Tradesman, the brains (and frighteningly detailed knowledge) of Mike Cupit over at Decorators Forum UK, and they decompress after the madness of the Speed King episode.

Then… they give their honest take on Toad Tapes — no fluff, no nonsense — and yes, Sean owns up to his now-infamous on-air Fr*g-Up 🤦‍♂️

And stick around to the end… because we drop a massive guest announcement for next week. She’s a big one. Trust us, you’ll want to hear this.

You can watch the full episode on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all major platforms.

This week on The Decorators’ Den Podcast, Baz and Sean are joined by Gary — aka GM Decor, aka “Speedking,” aka the trade’s most loveable twerp.

Known online for being a bit of a chancer (his words… probably), Gary has built a reputation for strong opinions, fast working, and a firm belief that a 4½-hour day is more than enough for any professional. He’s not shy about ruffling feathers either — especially when it comes to Festool, Mirka, and the very suggestion that preparation might be necessary.

In this episode, we dig into where the Speedking name came from, whether speed and quality really can go hand in hand, and why his views on tools and prep divide decorators across the internet. Is it confidence, efficiency, or just calculated chaos?

Expect honest chat, strong opinions, and plenty of laughs as we find out whether Gary’s a misunderstood genius… or just a very tidy chancer.

Watch on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple and Amazon. Just say, “Alexa, play The Decorators’ Den Podcast.”

This week on The Decorators’ Den Podcast, Baz and Sean are joined by Mike Cupit, founder of The Decorators Forum UK.

Mike talks about his journey into the painting and decorating trade, including the decision to leave his job in a crisp factory and take his first steps into the industry. He shares how he learned the skills that shaped his career, the lessons he’s taken from running his own decorating business, and shares a wealth of knowledge gained from years in the trade.

The conversation also covers The Decorators Forum UK, now the biggest decorator forum in the UK, and the role it plays in supporting decorators across the industry.

As a self-confessed product geek, Mike also discusses his approach to testing tools and materials, how he decides what’s worth recommending, and his thoughts on how the trade has evolved over the years.

Watch on YouTube, listen on Spotify, Apple and Amazon. Just say, “Alexa, play The Decorators’ Den Podcast.”

This week on The Decorators’ Den Podcast, it’s an extra-long episode and a big one. Baz and Sean are joined by a massive guest — Russ Payne, aka The Talking Tradesman.

Due to a technical glitch, this episode has been re-edited , we apologise and hope its still enjoyable for you.

We dive into what led Russ into the trade at just eight years old, how he built his business and sharpened his skills, including the story of one very picky customer. We also explore the birth of The Talking Tradesman Podcast and the mission behind the platform that continues to support and inspire people across the trade every day.

You can find us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon — or just say,

“Alexa, play The Decorators’ Den.”

An absolute privilege to have Russ on — this is one you don’t want to miss. 🎙️

🎙️ This week on The Decorators Den Podcast

It’s a slightly shorter catch-up episode as Baz and Sean jump on for a proper natter about life on the tools and online.

Baz reveals how he trolled the internet with his latest van signage, the lads chat about the fine art of helping customers pick colours without losing the will to live, and Sean drops his Fun Fact of the Week for a bit of chaos and questionable knowledge.

They also roll out another Featured Finisher video for the community and tease next week’s extra-long special guest episode — and let’s just say, they’re absolutely buzzing for it.

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🎙️ This week on The Decorators’ Den Podcast…

A Scotsman, an Englishman, and an Irishman sit down for a craic – and it actually turns out class.

Baz and Sean are joined by one of Ireland’s biggest decorators, Sean from Nolan Decorating, for a proper deep dive into his journey in the trade. From how he got started, to the “superpower” that fuels his creative side, Sean shares what’s shaped him into the decorator he is today.

There’s a touch of Old Firm banter, plenty of laughs, and a serious moment as Sean tells us about his upcoming charity barefoot hill walking challenge and why it means so much to him.

📅 Tune in Monday at 7pm on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon

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👇 Link below to support Sean’s cause.

www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/emmaebbs8312

Baz and Sean are back after the Christmas break, catching up on what they’ve been up to on and off site.

Sean makes a startling lookalike comparison for Baz, the boys dive into their Versus segment focused on workwear, and round things off by crowning their very first Featured Finisher of the Week

celebrating top graft from the decorating community.

Christmas Special Episode

This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Josh, better known as The Dyslexic Painter, for our Christmas Special episode.

Josh talks openly about his journey in the trade, living and working with dyslexia, and how he’s built his career through site work, spraying, and learning the ropes the hard way. He also shares the impact of his “Master Yoda” — the mentor who helped shape his skills, mindset, and approach to the job.

We cover site life, pressure on big projects, running a business, and how social media has changed the way he works and connects with others in the trade. A proper honest conversation to round off the year.

Thanks for listening throughout the year —Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Baz and Sean