Pulling Favours with Mark & Rory

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, Mark and Rory speak to one of the best hip-hop duos to come out of Ireland in recent years - Tebi Rex.  Known for their range in styles and tracks such as ‘Men are Trash' and ‘Never Got Off The Bud', the lads talk about music, the pitfalls of social media, and who the best rapper in the world is right now.  Also - they solve who killed Biggie.  Follow the guys on Instagram - @pullingfavours

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, Mark and Rory are joined by Erin McClean.  Renowned as the wife of Irish footballer James McClean, Erin is a star in her own right and has been earning acclaim for documenting her daughter Willow's journey on Instagram. Talking everything from growing up in Derry to her life as a Mammy to three young kids, this is a great episode with a great person.

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, the lads are joined by Republic of Ireland international, Jack Byrne to talk about his football career to date.  From making an impression at Manchester City to the doldrums of the lower leagues to earning a move to Cyprus after finding himself in the League of Ireland, Jack opens up on everything else in between.  He also talks about international ambitions and a mental chairman from his career! You can check out the boys on Instagram - @pullingfavours 

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, Mark and Rory talk to the man behind 'Intro Matchmaking' - Feargal Harrington. Discussing everything from what women want, to what the biggest turn-offs for men and women are, as well as 'Peter Pans' and the detrimental effect of dating apps like Tinder, this is one for all of the 2 million singletons in Ireland. You can find Intro Matchmaking on socials - @intromatchmakingireland, and check out Pulling Favours on Instagram - @pullingfavours

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, TikTok music sensation Ryan Mack joins Mark and Rory for a candid chat about his career and his rise on the popular platform.  From featuring in Louis Walsh's ‘Hometown' to the sudden end of that, to rediscovering himself as an artist, and eventually how COVID resulted in a seismic rise on socials, Ryan fills the lads in on everything.  Follow him now on Spotify, where you can hear tracks such as ‘Broke', ‘She Wins, I Lose' and ‘Perfect On Me'. You can now follow the lads on Instagram, @pullingfavours.  Ryan Mack - Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanmackmusic?lang=en

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, Mark and Rory are joined by fellow Donegal man and All-Ireland winner Eamon McGee.  Renowned for his combative defensive work for Donegal, and since retirement, his commentary of GAA, politics and everything else, Eamon opens up to the lads about the highs and lows of his career and interests off the pitch.  A must listen for all GAA followers!  You can follow Pulling Favours on Instagram - @pullingfavours 

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, Mark and Rory speak to a man that has interviewed Oprah, Steven Spielberg and Lady Gaga - RTÉ 2FM presenter Stephen Byrne. Talking about being one of the first ‘YouTubers', resorting his Leaving Cert and his documentary on homophobia in football, Stephen opens up on everything else in between in this open and honest chat.  He's even made Viola Davis cry!  Check out ‘Pulling Favours' now on Instagram - @pullingfavours

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, the boys are joined by TikTok cooking extraordinaire, Chef Daniel Lambert. Known for his exploits on the popular platform, Daniel shares some tips and tricks for cost-effective, COVID cooking. This is one for the foodies and the newbies, so get the pencil ready and the spuds peeled! You can follow Daniel on TikTok & Instagram at @chefdaniellambert

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, Irish comedian Andrew Maxwell joins Mark and Rory for an in-depth discussion about cracking comedy, home and family and literally everything else in between.  Brexit and Boris, Trump and the Troubles, being a Dad and how being in the Jungle opened him up to the British media, no stone is left unturned! You can now follow Pulling Favours on Instagram - @pullingfavours.

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, Mark and Rory are joined by singer-songwriter Conor Scott. Fresh from releasing his latest track 'Life Now', Conor talks to the boys about his career to date - wowing Tom Jones on The Voice, trying to crack it in London and how a move home inspired his new sound. Tipped by Radio 1, Hotpress and Clash Magazine as one of the bright lights of Northern Irish music, Conor's candid conversation with the lads touches on it all. Check out his new single 'Life Now' and track 'Slip' now on all streaming platforms.

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, the boys speak to former Miss Universe contestant and Dancing With The Stars finalist, Grainne Gallanagh.  A fellow Buncrana native, Grainne chats to the boys about her grá for her hometown, her experiences on the catwalk and the farm, and how everything else in between!  You can follow 'GG' @ggallanagh on Instagram And remember to follow @pullingfavours also!   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, Mark and Rory are joined by the front-man of True Tides, Cian McSweeney to talk about being the 'Irish Jonas Brothers' (terrible reference from Rory), their brand new track 'I Can't Wait', and growing up in a family steeped in music. This is an episode where Cian opens up about working with other artists and the effects of the past year on his creative outlook. It's one not to be missed. Remember to follow Pulling Favours on Instagram - @pullingfavours    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, Mark and Rory are joined by one of the forces of Irish sport - Sarah Rowe. She has played international football for Republic of Ireland, is a key player for Mayo Ladies and is currently playing Aussie Rules for Collingwood Down Under. Sarah talks about the pressures involved in playing so many sports at top level, adapting to different codes and about her interest in psychology and the mental nuances in people. This is a cracker. Follow @pullingfavours on Instagram and remember to follow / subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! 

This week's episode is Part 2 of our Pulling Favours Dating Special - we are once again joined by the lovely Annette Kelly from 'Little Penny Thoughts' to dissect some Tinder Tales. Sent in by listeners of Pulling Favours and followers of Little Penny Thoughts, we run through a number of stories - good and bad - getting both the male and female perspective of the Tindering world! Needless to say, it's times like these when you really do question people's thought processes... You can now follow Pulling Favours on Instagram, @pullingfavours, and if you've been living under a rock, check out Little Penny Thoughts for some inspirational, mindful goodness.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, Mark and Rory talk all things modern day dating with the lady behind 'Little Penny Thoughts' - Annette Kelly. From Tinder to Bumble, first-dates to no-shows, happily ever after to delete and block, Annette and the boys leave no stone unturned in their dissection of this generation's quest for love! Oh, and not to mention the Tinder Tales - courtesy of the listeners! Check out Little Penny Thoughts on Instagram and Facebook now! You can also follow Pulling Favours on Instagram - @pullingfavours.

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, Mark and Rory talk a man who has played a key role in the rise of artists such as The Script, Kodaline, The Academic and many more - producer extraordinaire, Philip Magee. From taking tapes apart as a child, to his own influences in music, to who he thinks will be the next big thing in Irish music, Philip talks openly about it all - and what it is that stands out to him during the recording process. This is one of the most enjoyable chats that the boys have had to date, and definitely an insight for artists, producers and music fans alike. Philip Magee can be found on Instagram, @philipmageeproducer, and you can listen to his playlist 'Signal Flow' on Spotify (after this episode obviously...)   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, Mark and Rory speak to one of the bright lights in Irish music - Fia Moon. Fia joined the lads to talk about her new single 'Falling For You', spending lockdown in the Wesht and her serendipitous beginnings in music. Her and Rory also share stories of being robbed in London, while you also get a chance to hear her new track on the show! Check Fia out on Spotify now!   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, Mark and Rory are joined by Irish-Scottish dance-pop duo, SIIGHTS. Made up of Mia Fitzgerald and Toni Etherson, SIIGHTS are one of the most exciting groups in Irish music right now. They sit down with the lads and talk about everything from touring with Hozier, making the most of lockdown and the feeling when you give away a track you love. You can check out their latest single 'A Little Lonely' on Spotify now. That's SIIGHTS - with two I's! You can also find the girls on socials, @SIIGHTS and follow Pulling Favours on Instagram - @pullingfavours.    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's special Christmas episode of Pulling Favours, the lads are joined by a lady that has worked with Niall Horan, Britney Spears, Jennifer Hudson and many more – RuthAnne. Talking about everything from rubbing shoulders with some of the biggest names in music, to meeting some incredible assholes throughout the industry, to her role in setting up Irish Women in Harmony – RuthAnne is someone with stories that many could only dream of. RuthAnne also sheds light on endometriosis, her experience with the condition and how important it is to spread awareness amongst women about the effects.  You can find RuthAnne on Instagram, @thisisruthanne – and check out her music on Spotify now. Or after you listen to the podcast. Yes, listen to the episode first.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, Mark and Rory sit down with a lady that has played at Glastonbury, Slane and Electric Picnic, as well as supporting artists such as The Pixies - the very lovely Niamh Farrell from HamsandwicH. In an open and honest show, Niamh talks about everything from growing up between Scotland and Ireland, how HamsandwicH first started over pints and the lack of gender balance in Irish music until recently. The guys also recount then distant memories of live gigs with Niamh - who once had someone also cut the stage out from under her during a set! Check our Pulling Favours on Instagram now - @pullingfavours   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's Pulling Favours, Rory and Mark speak to lead singer of The Coronas, Danny O'Reilly. A long-time friend of the lads, Danny is known in Irish music circles as one of the nicest fellas around. He talks about the early days of The Coronas, crashing the tour-van a couple of times, the new landscape for the band and being a keen GAA man. The lads also recount a few funny tales which have stemmed from Coronas shows over the years. We're not saying they're fan boys, but if you add up all The Coronas gigs Rory and Mark have been to, it might just be about as many as the band have actually played. The Coronas will play The Olympia, Dublin this Saturday to a special live digital audience. Tickets for 'Nowhere We'd Rather Stream' are available now on thecoronas.net.

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, you're in for laugh after laugh, as Irish comedy royalty, Tim McGarry joins Mark and Rory. Talking everything from growing up during the troubles, to his grá for Donegal, to the difference between stand-up and TV, Tim has the boys in stitches from the start.  And no, Gerry was never in the RA. You can follow Pulling Favours on Instagram at @pullingfavours   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's Pulling Favours, the lads are joined by country star turned popstar, the incredible Lisa McHugh. Lisa sheds light on what it's like at the top of the Irish country music scene, with an insight into the relentless touring schedule and how being friendly to fans can backfire. As well as this, she discusses her transition to more commercial music and how sometimes all you need is a break away from your work to realise what you've been immersed in, may not just be for you. You can follow Pulling Favours now on Instagram - @pullingfavours, and find Lisa there too - @lisa_mchugh   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's Pulling Favours, Mark and Rory speak to Irish model Thalia Heffernan, and get an insight into what the modelling world is really like. Not all glitz and glam, Thalia catches up with the boys and talks about being thrown into the modelling world at just 15, an embarrassing moment on one of the biggest stages and her love for travel and DIY! Thalia also touches on her time appearing on Dancing With The Stars, and beats the grief into Mark for an unclear question! You can find her on Instagram: @thaliaheffernan And you can now follow Pulling Favours on Instagram: @pullingfavours    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on Pulling Favours, Mark and Rory sit down virtually with one of the men behind Movember - Mr Jack O'Connor. As Country Manager for Ireland, Jack is at the forefront of raising awareness about mental health, testicular and prostate cancer among men. In the past 15 years, Movember has grown from two friends in Australia to over 6 million Mo'bros and Mo'sisters all over the world. And what is the catch? Grow a tash for November! Mark and Rory are raising a few pound for Movember now, and you can donate by checking out the Pulling Favours fundraiser page on the Movember website. You can now follow Pulling Favours on Instagram, and to celebrate this, we'll be giving away some sick prizes in the coming weeks!   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's episode of Pulling Favours, Mark and Rory speak to Ryan McMullan. As well as a solo career which has seen him tour the world, Ryan can count subbing in for Snow Patrol and supporting Ed Sheeran among his many feats. We hear about an ex burning a coat, his views on politicians and how a chance stop at a petrol station resulted in him playing in Sydney Opera House.  He's a long time friend of Rory's, and having gone from playing shows to 30 people in Culdaff to selling out dates in the space of an hour, he's been a long time favourite with MRK Events.  Oh, and not to mention, he met Jason Bateman and didn't find him funny.    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's special Halloween episode of Pulling Favours, there is a spooky feel as the lads don their costumes. Well, that is if you call dressing up as Donald Trump, Freddie Mercury and Batman spooky... Today FM broadcaster and renowned DJ, Fergal D'Arcy joins Mark and Rory in what is a story-filled hour. From his humble beginnings in radio, his hatred for white pudding and a rockstar first encounter with Kings of Leon front man Caleb Followil, the lads could've spoke with Fergal all day.  He even caps things off with a terrifying tale - in the spirit of Halloween.

On this week's episode, Mark and Rory sit down with the frontman of one of the brightest new acts on the Irish music scene - Cian from 'Somebody's Child'. Cian talks about Somebody's Child's journey from being a college project idea, to becoming initially an outlet for writing music for other bands, to becoming one of the best new bands in Ireland. Their EP '20-something' was released recently, and Cian talks about influences behind that and 'not tying to any one sound' - and the band's aspirations for the band. Check out '20-something' now - 'Hold Me Like You Wanna' is Rory's favourite track!   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's episode, Mark and Rory sit down with the man of many talents Shane Gillen. Shane share some incredible stories ranging from his career as a magician, finding and managing other up and coming talents such as Chasing Abbey and even becoming a viral sensation with his incredible hand drawings of a few famous faces. One of Shane's drawings raised over 15,000 euro's for Pieta House. Follow our guest and hosts Shane Gillen > https://www.instagram.com/itsgillen/?hl=en Rory Kelly > https://www.instagram.com/rorykelly46/?hl=en Mark Doherty > https://www.instagram.com/markyd212/?hl=en Produced by Niall Killeney Taylor Videography by Conor Rabbett Brought to you by MRK Events & baLORE Media   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's episode, Mark and Rory sit down with the amazing musical talent that is Róisín O. Róisín chats to Mark and Rory about her new single ‘Lose You To Love Me', which is out now. Her band Thanks Brother and the inspiration behind their debut single and the Christmas dinner sing songs with her mum Mary Black and brother of Coronas front man Danny O Reilly. She also speaks passionately about the remarkable collaboration with Irish Women in Harmony and their charity cover of Dreams, which raised much needed funds for @safeireland. You can listen to her new single - Lose You To Love Me - here > https://backl.ink/LoseYoutoLoveMe Follow our guest and hosts Róisín O > https://www.instagram.com/roisinomusic/ Rory Kelly > https://www.instagram.com/rorykelly46/?hl=en Mark Doherty > https://www.instagram.com/markyd212/?hl=en Produced by Niall Killeney Taylor Videography by Conor Rabbett Brought to you by MRK Events & baLORE Media   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this week's episode Rory and Mark sit down with one of the most promising and entertaining MMA talents in Ireland, Ian 'The Future' Garry.  Currently fighting for Cage Warriors, Ian is 4-0 in his MMA career. With flashy KO's and a personality to match, it's no surprise that in the MMA scene many predict Ian will one day get the call up to the UFC.  We talk the fight game, stories, the path to the UFC and in general have a good bit of banter.  This episode was recorded BEFORE his clinical performance in Cage Warriors 115 in which he won by TKO against George McManus.  Even if you're not an MMA fan this episode is packed with fun and you will get to see a different side to an MMA fighter. Follow our guest and hosts Ian Garry > https://www.instagram.com/iangarry/?hl=en Rory Kelly > https://www.instagram.com/rorykelly46/?hl=en Mark Doherty > https://www.instagram.com/markyd212/?hl=en Produced by Niall Killeney Taylor Videography by Conor Rabbett Brought to you by MRK Events & baLORE Media