Join Shaynna Blaze and Jane Nield for a fortnightly chat about design and a whole lot more. Thanks to our show sponsors Red Energy - most satisfied customers 11 years in a row, maybe it's time you called Red Energy on 131 806 www.redenergy.com.au. Our guest on the podcast this week is Darren Palmer - judge on The Block, interior designer, writer and author among many other things. You can check out Darren's Homewares range for Myer HERE - it's full of inspirational designs, pieces with timeless appeal that offer affordable luxury. We also discuss; •Recent criticism of the judges by some contestants on The Block and just how important the ability to take criticism is. •Darren's core criteria for judging a room on The Block •Designing for a shot term stay or Air bnb market as opposed to your own 'dream home'. •Things to consider when prioritising your renovation budget •How Darren got his start on the property ladder and just how much of a risk he was willing to take to change careers and build his brand one step at a time •Tips for anyone wanting to create a successful venture in their own lives Plus Shaynna gives us a little bit of info on her new show Country Home Rescue - which will be hitting our screens soon. To ask Shaynna a question email [email protected] To connect with Shaynna follow her on Instagram HERE. Or visit Shaynna's website HERE. For more info about Shaynna's charity Voice of Change Australia head to www.voiceofchangeau.org.au Ask us a question via the email [email protected] This podcast is produced, engineered and edited by Jane Nield for Sports Entertainment Network with additional production support by Megan Dougherty at Bravo Talent Management.