The Ins & Outs
by Jojo Barr, Pollyanna Wilkinson
This is the Ins & Outs Podcast, presented by interior design expert Jojo Barr of House Nine Design and garden and landscape design guru Pollyanna Wilkinson of Pollyanna Wilkinson Garden Design. Produced by podcasting legend Andy Rowe from Pod Rowe Productions. With 23 years of combined experience, Jojo & Polly are the only podcast you need to listen to if you are interested in interiors or exteriors (The Ins & Outs). We're going to be answering your questions and teaching you all kinds of tips from what kind of paints to use inside, to what you should be planting outside. Instagram Jojo - @houseninedesign Polly - @pollyanna_wilkinson Websites Jojo - https://www.housenine.co.uk/ Polly - https://www.pollyannawilkinson.com/ <p style='color:grey; font-s
Episodes
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Finding inspiration, preparing for spring, and celebrating the '90s
In the last episode of the season, we're talking the essentials of spring gardening, how to divide perennials, the best seeds to sow directly outdoors in April, and why the wellness routine trend has everyone suddenly wanting a home sauna. Jojo shares a personal health update regarding her recent...
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Roses, kitchen islands and fussy eaters
In this episode we talk unfurling from winter, covering wildflower meadows, the best driveway materials for rural properties and the rules of symmetry in kitchen island design. Jojo seeks advice on managing fussy eaters and shares her guide to stone flooring for entryways, while Polly advocates…
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Grief, loft extensions and naked gardening
In this episode we tackle your questions, covering dog-friendly planting, attic wallpaper, and the debate between loft conversions and garden rooms. Jojo shares an emotional update on her first year of grief and some big renovation news, while Polly reveals her latest beauty adventure. This…
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Moons, microcements, and fighting self loathing
In this episode we tackle your questions, covering microcement, pelargoniums, ground cover, and the practicality of sizeable rugs. Jojo deals with a car-related mishap and Polly faces a dilemma about moving to the countryside.This episode is proudly sponsored by our very good friends at Apron, a...
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Dead fish, walk-in wardrobes, and not working for free
In this episode we tackle your questions, covering March pruning, instant hedging, walk-in wardrobes and wildflower meadows. Jojo shares some big news and Polly says goodbye to an old friend. This episode is proudly sponsored by the glorious Oka, creators of globally inspired, British-designed...
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Botox, nakedness and how not to renovate
Pollya and Jojo are BACK! In the first episode of our spring season we catch up on life ince the last season including Jojo’s cottage renovation, botox and blephs, food poisoning, thailand, and of course, whats in and whats out. This episode is proudly sponsored by the glorious Oka, creators of...
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Farewell for now
In the last episode of the season we dive into garden outbuildings, bedroom rugs, pruning roses and colour drenching, as well as advice on ending a relationship in your 30's and our 'go to' brands for tall girls. This week's episode is brought to you by Best Heating. Complete your lovely radiator...
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Colonics, facials, moving plants and backsplashes
In this episode we're talking small changes to make a big difference, from ceiling roses to picking trees. Jojo updates her on her latest adventure, Polly's got a new tv show to binge, and we're discussing the latest release from Skims.... This episode is brought to you by The Soho Lighting…
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Finding yourself, looking for signs and all things flow.
This week we are talking all things flow, from how to design rooms to feel cohesive, to the best layout for your garden. We also dive into mum life, losing and finding yourself in motherhood, signs, tan lines, leaf blowers and more. This episode is brought to you by Zoeva, a fantastic make-up…
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An unhinged, not remotely PG catch up & a bumper Q&A
Today we have a bumper Q&A special covering grasses, thresholds, extractor fans, leaves and so much more, but not before we take an unhinged tangent in regards to moths and Jojo's garage reno. This week's episode is brought to you by Best Heating. Complete your lovely radiator look for half the...
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Jojo has big news
In this episode Jojo updates on a life event and we dive into the details. Instagram Podcast - @the_insandouts_ Jojo - @houseninedesign Polly - @pollyanna_wilkinson Websites Jojo - https://www.housenine.co.uk/ Polly - https://www.pollyannawilkinson.com/
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Cosy snugs, Greenhouses and Separate beds
In this episode we are talking all things colour, from what to paint a snug to make it cosy, to the best colours for greenhouses and fences. We're also diving into separate bedrooms, Jojo's latest read, what Polly is sowing, Ice rollers, Marks and Spencer and being the sandwich generation. This...
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Privacy, Lafufus and Perimenopause
In this episode we are talking all things privacy and screening from curtains to hedges, and all the ways to stop prying eyes. Also this week, Polly has lost her hairdresser, Jojo gives us a lesson in Labubus and we get into the ultimate TV comfort watches. This episode is sponsored by the…
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North or South, the 40 club and Cougars
Today we are having a right good catch up and talking all things light, from what to do in the garden in September, to what to paint your East facing living room - we've got you covered. This week's episode is brought to you by Best Heating. Complete your lovely radiator look for half the price!...
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Mid Summer Catch Up
We're back for a quick and dirty mid-summer catch up! Polly talks us through her new house hype, while Jojo makes a big decision for her home renovation! We chat boobies, burying your knickers, vibrating chairs, and one of Polly's chickens has a lucky escape. This episode is sponsored by...
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Farewells, Finales & Wooly Aphids
It's time for a summer break as we finish up season 2 with more laughs and great advice! Jojo talks us through her funny farewell to her Dad and deep dives into cooker hoods. Polly has added to her growing brood and has all the info you need when it comes to what to do in the garden in June.…
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Roof Cleaning, Grey Sofas & Toothbrush Holders
Jojo's had her roof cleaned while Polly has strong opinions on hanging baskets. What to do with your toothbrush and grey sofas. Plus, Jojo back from holiday with more helpful hints and tips. This episode is sponsored by Plankbridge, makers of fine shepherd’s huts and cabins. At their workshop in...
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From Chelsea Flower Show
Jojo and Polly are coming to you from inside a Plankbridge Shepherds Hut at Chelsea Flower Show! We discus all the fashion, footwear and flowers from Chelsea. Plus we answer your questions on outdoor cushions and indoor pots. This episode is sponsored by Plankbridge, makers of fine shepherd’s…
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MR BIG joins Polly
Hello Innies & Outies, you may have seen on social media the incredibly sad news that our gorgeous Jojo has lost her beautiful daddy. So Jojo has taken some time out to grieve with her family and we all send her the biggest love in the world! In her stead this week, Mr Big (Colin) joins Polly,...
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The Hardest Goodbye, The Deepest Love
On this episode Polly starts the show coming clean on her hangover and Jojo opens up about life at home. Jojo answers some questions on letter organising, blending bath towels and catching flies. Polly discussed green houses, pruning blossom trees & the popularity of tulips. This episode is...
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Renovating On A Budget
This week Jojo and Polly do a deep dive on how to approach a home renovation on a budget. Polly dashes Jojo's vegetable garden dreams, but is there a chance it could still happen?! Plus, we look ahead to Easter and all the chocolatey goodness that comes with it. This week's episode is brought to...
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Landscape Designers & Bathroom Lighting
On this episode Polly lets us know why you should hire a landscape designer over going at your garden DIY. The ladies discus new perfumes and Jojo lets us know the best lighting for cellulite. Plus, what's the best way to store your outdoor furniture? This week's episode is brought to you by The...
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The Ins & Outs of Light
This week we take a deep dive into the wonders of natural lighting in the house and garden. Polly tells us what we should be doing in the garden in April. Plus, Jojo reveals what she's learned about reducing stress and red light therapy. Instagram Podcast - @the_insandouts_ Jojo…
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Everything You Need to Know About Antiquing
Jojo tells us everything we need to know about antiquing! If you've ever been on the hunt for an antique, you're not going to want to miss this episode! Polly and Jojo talk us through what to do in the garden and the house for spring. Polly lets us in on one of her top secret tips and we discus…
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Metal Fences and Picking Rugs
Polly's back from a romantic trip to Marrakesh, while Jojo has sprouted a grey hair! For the Outies we cover metal fences and decking, while the Innies get some valuable tips on picking rugs and cable management. Plus we talk Mel Robins and the theory of let them! Instagram Podcast -...
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Getting Ghosted, Killer Trees & Wall Paper
On this week's episode Polly and Jojo talk about the highs and lows of running their own businesses. Polly covers walnut trees and how they don't get on with fruit trees. Jojo covers wall paper and splash backs, plus we get into the pros and cons of water features. This week's episode is brought…
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Garden Jobs For March & Massive Clocks
It's a new month so you need to know what you should be doing in the garden in March, Polly has all the info you need! Jojo talks us through the benefits of built in bunk beds and how colour science can impact your children. Polly reveals her closet domination of Colin and Jojo explains why she...
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Softening Big Spaces & Plant Combinations
On this week's episode we discuss ways in which you can soften big spaces and give you some great ideas on plant combinations. Plus we cover wood floors, lady gardens and cat houses!!!! This week's episode is brought to you by Best Heating! Whether you're planning a renovation or searching for…
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A Best Selling Author & The Formula For Perfect Panelling
We're back after an unscheduled week off and there is so much to catch up on! Polly's renovation is almost done and to cap things off, she's now a best selling author! We also cover valentines day, botox and how to calculate the perfect height for your panelling! This episode is sponsored by…
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Polly's Big Day & How to Make Your Kitchen Feel Bigger
Polly’s big day is almost upon us, with "How To Design A Garden" out this week (February 6th). Make sure you've preordered here... https://geni.us/HowToDesignAGarden Jojo talks us through her rules for artwork above your bed and gives us some great tips to make your kitchen feel bigger. Polly...
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Renovation Regrets & Small Garden Planting
On this episode Polly explains how she used an oversized dildo to fix her back. Jojo goes through some great ways to avoid renovation regret. Polly teaches us how to prioritise what plants to put in a smaller garden and the ladies reveal their dream spit roasts! Best Heating January sale ends…
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Ornamental Veges & Leaky Showers
This week we dig into a big pile of questions and give you a house & garden full of answers. Polly has some amazing ideas on planting ornamental vegetables in amongst your borders. While there's controversy in the industry when it comes to Hydrangeas! Jojo covers off shower surfaces and compares...
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January Garden Jobs & Buying a Sofa
Jojo & Polly are back for 2025 and hitting us with all their intentions for the year ahead! Polly lets us know what jobs we need to be doing in the garden in January, while Jojo gives us the key things to look for when you're buying a sofa! This episode brought to you by The Pig Hotel. Book THE...
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Christmas Pig & Santa Secrets
It's our Christmas finale but Santa's secret is out with Polly's 8 year old and she needs our help! Jojo's opens up about what's going on at home and why we all need to hold our loved ones tight. Plus, there's outrage after Jojo finds out how one of the crew has been drying her clothes! Book THE...
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Polly's Naked Christmas & Festive Garlands
Polly explains how her naked Christmas will work with Mr Big and we discuss BIG velvet bows and festive garlands. Jojo talks us through stair runners and whether or not they should match your carpet. Plus, Polly lets us know what to do with soggy tubers! This week's episode is brought to you by...
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December Garden Tasks & Rug MASTERCLASS
Jojo educates us on how to protect your bathroom surfaces from little boys bad aim, while Polly discusses what to do in the garden this December. We get a renovation update from Polly and Jojo gives us a rug sizing masterclass. Plus, what are worms doing in Jojo's fridge?! Instagram Podcast -...
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MASTERCLASS on FLOORING & a bulb announcement.
Jojo gives you a flooring masterclass on this week's episode, covering everything from oak orange to terracotta. Polly has bulb announcement and a big update on her bath saga. Plus we cover nativity plays and the best accessory for puzzles! This week's episode is brought to you by Best Heating!...
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Covering your manhole & bath DRAMA
Polly's bath has gone missing and the Innies & Outies have done some amazing detective work! Jojo gives you a masterclass on dados, Polly has some great ideas for you on how to hide a manhole cover in the garden, while her dusty renovation continues. Plus, Jojo has some strong opinions on LEDs in...
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BIG BEDS and Front Door PLANTING
We take a good look at what size bed you should buy and how you should organise your front door planting. Jojo and Polly give you an update on their renovations, including Jojo's big new purchase! Polly talks us through mushroom mulching, Jojo helps us overcome damp at this time of year and…
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The Perfect Pantry and Curved Patios
On the show this week Jojo talks us through how to create the perfect pantry, while Polly gives us some great advice on building your patio. Jojo striped tiles and what you should think about when you pick your dining room chairs. Plus, Polly gives some great advice on how to hide your heat pump...
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Baths, Hot Tubs & Renovation Dilemmas!
What you need to consider when you're buying a bath for the inside, or a hot for the outside. Polly hits Jojo with all her renovation dilemmas, while Jojo impresses her piano teacher. Plus we look at when you should be watering your garden during the winter and what colours you should consider…
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WHERE TO START WITH... Lamp Shades & Weeding
In this episode, brought to you by COAT Paints, Jojo lights up the podcast with everything you need to know about lamp shades, while Polly digs into weed management and moving plants! We give you a update on our renovations and discuss why you might need condoms for your bar stools. Make sure you...
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MASTERCLASSES on Soil & Kitchen Islands
Polly brings the LOLS with a funny joke this week, while Jojo takes us behind the scenes when it comes to arguing with her husband. Jojo also covers your questions on brass taps, kitchen islands, fireplace's in the bedroom and whether Boucle is in, or out! Plus, Polly goes deep on why it's so...
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Polly's MASSIVE ANNOUNCEMENT
Polly has been holding onto a major secret for months and lets us in on her massive announcement! Jojo's got some amazing advice on paint colours for the kitchen and lighting for your bedroom. Polly gives us some great tips for trimming your pony tail, plus we discuss everything you should be…
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BIGGER IS BETTER, why size counts.
Today we do a deep dive into cushions and garden pathways, thanks to our amazing sponsor Boutique Stone! https://boutiquestone.co.uk/ Jojo explains how many cushions you should have on your couch, or your bed. How you should match your cushions and how big should they be. Then Polly talks us...
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Jojo's OVERSHARES, Growing food in a COMPOST LOO & Kissing CURTAINS
Find out how we go from talking about a new way to get rid of bindweed to Jojo's outrageous holiday with her ex-boyfriend. Polly talks us through the benefits of the "No Dig" movement & Jojo breaks down all you need to know about curtains. Plus, Polly discuses growing food with compost loos and...
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Genital PIERCINGS, Planter Box Soil & Tips for NEW BUILD CHARACTER!
The ladies digress into a deep discussion on Princess Albertina's, before Polly reveals how she's become the nightmare client. Then we get to some questions that you've sent in via our instagram (@the_insandouts_), covering topics including: Soil for plant boxes. Art work in the bathroom. Tips…
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We're BACK for Season 2 with a MAJOR CATCH UP!!!!!
We are back for SEASON 2 and we're about to have a major catch up, brought to you by our amazing sponsors Armac Martin. Polly gives us the low down on her travels to Vietnam and Jojo tells us all about her holiday in Italy (including her crippling anxiety). Plus we let you know everything you...
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SEASON FINALE
On today's season finale we cover women in the workplace and Jojo at Polly’s house! Jojo helps a listener who wants to decorate her child's bedroom but doesn't want it to date. Polly explains how and where to start with your garden design, including where you should spend your money. Plus, we…
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Semen Trees & Jobs For July
This episode is sponsored by Tielle, the interior design professional's best kept secret for bedding. Trusted by 5-star hotels and designers for over 30 years, with Tielle you can enjoy the little luxuries of a hotel break at home. Shop bedding, towels and bath robes at tielleloveluxury.co.uk...
About this show
This is the Ins & Outs Podcast, presented by interior design expert Jojo Barr of House Nine Design and garden and landscape design guru Pollyanna Wilkinson of Pollyanna Wilkinson Garden Design. Produced by podcasting legend Andy Rowe from Pod Rowe Productions.
With 23 years of combined experience, Jojo & Polly are the only podcast you need to listen to if you are interested in interiors or exteriors (The Ins & Outs). We're going to be answering your questions and teaching you all kinds of tips from what kind of paints to use inside, to what you should be planting outside.
Jojo - @houseninedesign
Polly - @pollyanna_wilkinson
Websites
Jojo - https://www.housenine.co.uk/
Polly - https://www.pollyannawilkinson.com/
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Jojo Barr, Pollyanna Wilkinson