The Simpler Life? with James & William

James Kavanagh

James Kavanagh & William Murray are leaving Dublin, which they’ve called home together for the last 11 years, in search of a simpler life in the countryside. They’ve bought a house in Kilkenny with an acre of mature garden ready for planting & growing. They also want to raise chickens & maybe a few ducks. Listen along as the city-to-country transition unfolds and figure out with them if it truly will be a simpler life...

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90 episodes
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Aug 20, 2025 · 46 min
Exploring Donegal & Finding SJPs Gaff (& William's Hungover)
William has had too many margaritas (whoops) but motors on and does an ok job at talking. They discuss a recent trip to Donegal, finding Sarah Jessica Parker's house and James was at a wedding at Powerscort Hotel. This is the popcorn seasoning they put on the potatoes: FLAVACOL. Be caredful, it's wildly addictive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 13, 2025 · 34 min
A Bounty of Apples & Tomatoes
Do James & William invest in an apple press? Do you like tomato sandwiches? Did they survive? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 6, 2025 · 36 min
Trays, Wonderful Trays
Have at least one tray in your house, it becomes indispensable. Lots going on in the Sunny South East over the next two weeks in relation to art and craft - get involved! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 30, 2025 · 53 min
The Anatomy of a Sandwich
The Currabinny Caravan is open; what's served is discussed in detail (perhaps a boring amount of detail). Come see us LIVE! at All Together Now, this Saturday at 4pm, in The Kitchen Press at Theatre of Food. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 23, 2025 · 47 min
James' 36th Birthday, Currabinny Caravan Is Open (on Friday)!
Is it a cattle trailer or a sheep trailer? Currabinny Caravan located here: https://www.instagram.com/shankillcastle/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 16, 2025 · 58 min
Cahersiveen, Skellig Michael & The Lost Car Key
William James explore South Kerry and visit Skellig Michael for the first time. Started off great, ended in temporary disaster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 9, 2025 · 42 min
Introducing: Elton The Hedgehog
Was William a disturbed teenager? Is he still disturbed? Will Elton the hedgehog become a permanent resident? Should James & William go to Easter Island? Is Cadbury Crunchie the best bar? Why is there so many questions? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 2, 2025 · 50 min
Currabinny Caravan: LOADING!
Does James have a future career as a QVC lady presenter? The Currabinny Caravan has a new location and William is experimenting on a menu! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 25, 2025 · 50 min
Is Frank The Frog Dead?
The pond is thriving, but are frogs being murdered as a result? Has William pruned the tomato plants too aggressively? Do you have any WhatsApp rules? Let us know! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 18, 2025 · 55 min
William & His Pet Snail
We have a bat in the garden who's taking care of the flies, James is off to Charli XCX and William would rather be at at home with a book and his pet snail. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 4, 2025 · 48 min
A William Of All trades
Getting lit at The Whistlin' Donkeys, a recent visit to Cabu Cabins and William's new job. It's all go! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 28, 2025 · 59 min
Barcelona & The DART
William tells us of a wedding he went to in Barcelona & James fills us in on how he turned the iconic fabric of the DART into a blazer for the VIP Style Awards. At the end, you'll also hear an interview with Trinity College's Biodiversity Officer Collie Ennis on why everyone should have a wildlife pond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 14, 2025 · 43 min
Paris & An Unexpected Visitor
James discusses why he's in bits: Paris for the weekend with two giddy gays. Paris reccos: Printemps Haussmann (glam rooftop drinks & food, spectacular views) Hoxton Hotel (v nice, great area) Le Bistro Paul Bert (deslishhhh traditional french bistro food & great wine) Cheval Blanc (gorgeous hotel with stunning rooftop bar, gorgeous cocktails, great views - the staff have beautiful uniforms) Le Station – Gare des Mine (amazing techno-ish club with loads of gays - venue is amazing) Hotel Costes (soooo so beautiful, great food & cocktails) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 7, 2025 · 46 min
The Spooky Life...
James & William discuss fears, the power of digestion walks and final call for the live show in Dublin! ALL ABOARD! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 30, 2025 · 33 min
LIVE! From The Garden!
James & William are live from the garden! Can you hear the birds? The pond is filling and the tomatoes are planted! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 23, 2025 · 49 min
Donkey & Cart: Cruel Or Cool?
William & James discuss their easter plans, colour swatching and G-G-Galway shopping. The name of the butcher is Grogan & Brown, Loughboy, Kilkenny. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 16, 2025 · 49 min
Trying To Dilate Our Vocabulary
They realise their vocabulary is worryingly limited, William is catering again and they ponder a shed/guesthouse for the garden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 9, 2025 · 52 min
Happy Birthday William!
William is panicking about getting older, they met a contractor (!!!) and welcome to the first Kev's Corner segment! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 2, 2025 · 39 min
You're Not A Man of God!
James meets an icon of cinema (Crispina!), the cold press juicing continues and they both ponder how best to cook porchetta Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 26, 2025 · 52 min
Flies & Moths & Ticks, Oh My!
We're juicing, exploring the wider Sunny South East & dealing with an invasion of flies this week. Buckle in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.