The Irish Rally Podcast

We know just how exciting and entertaining he is behind the wheel of 'Baby Blue' but this time we figure out just exactly who Frank Kelly is as a person.A beacon of enthusiasm, fun and positivity, here we learn about other aspects of Frank's life that provided challenges and his development into the character that we all love today. ★ Support this podcast ★

In Part 2 of 4 we speak to our very own Toni Kelly and Sarah Hall who are teaming up to compete in Barbados!We chat to Toni about her 10+ year hiatus from the sport and the thoughts of getting back into it.Sarah gives us a flavour of her professional and competitive backgrounds.We discuss the key dates in terms of getting there.And much more! ★ Support this podcast ★

A feature length episode on the role of Clerk of The Course has been on the agenda for some time and we finally get to it!Graham Scallan took on the role of COC for the recent Wexford Stages Rally.Here we get an open, honest and transparent account of how a Rally is run in modern times.It's an extremely insightful listen. ★ Support this podcast ★

He's had a week to soak it all in and here we get to chat to Ireland's recently crowned JWRC Champion William Creighton.We delve into the mindset.Trusting the process over a period of time.Giving up not an option.Dreams as a youngster.All this and more ★ Support this podcast ★

Barbados Rally Carnival has all the hallmarks of a cracking experience over two weekends starting in late November and into early December.Greg Cozier has been involved in all things Motorsport in Barbados for quite some time.In this first of a 4 part Mini Series we get in an insight into the History of the Carnival, we remember the RPM coverage and we go into just how affordable it is for Irish competitors to go over for it. ★ Support this podcast ★

Terry Hegarty and Anthony Nestor joined us to answer comments from our viewers and listeners.Talk of WRC rounds, WRC stars in Ireland, Event timings, Sprints etc some things among the agenda! ★ Support this podcast ★

Join us as we reflect on the Cork 20. Get your comments in. Please donate here to Aria's Donegal to Dingle Trek : https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/ariasadventures?fbclid=IwAR03Ils2eLPtIrWPaDb-WSnt4Dn36YlzdhSsKFGRdr-psPB8a8oRnciEzP8 ★ Support this podcast ★

You've heard of Carpool Karaoke with James Corden?! Well this episode sees Toni Kelly alongside Andrew Nesbitt for a spin along some of Andrew's favourite stages in Donegal!It's a super story where we see another side of Andrew and in doing so we ride along some of the best stages in the world!Sit back, relax and enjoy! ★ Support this podcast ★

Craig Rahill and Conor Smith have been turning a few heads over the past couple of years.Despite being only 19 years old, Craig is lighting it up in class 11R and is harbouring big hopes for the future.We caught up with the duo for this weeks Podcast ahead of Sligo. ★ Support this podcast ★

You will go a long way before you find a more passionate rally man than Tommy Hayes.Tommy joins Toni for a great wide ranging chat about recent events, thoughts on coverage, TV and lots more. ★ Support this podcast ★

Having already recorded a feature interview with Becs prior to the sad passing of Craig Breen, Toni sat down with Becs once again and had a very heart warming conversation about her dear friend. The stories are cherished and we are very grateful to Becs for sharing them. ★ Support this podcast ★

Becs Williams needs no introduction.For years she excelled in covering Rallying and is at the forefront of WRC's All Live service.Becs also of course has covered the Tarmac Championship and has made great friends here.This episode was recorded before the untimely passing of Craig Breen. ★ Support this podcast ★

Tonight on The Irish Rally Podcast we take a very family themed approach to our look back on the Wilton Recycling Donegal International Rally.3 Siblings competing in the same event at the same time isn't unprecedented but it is somewhat rare with the Harris, Kearney, Driver and Kelly families among those achieving this feat over the years.This year it was the turn of the Eves Family with Dylan taking home his class, while Kevin and Corey fell away on the final loop after very entertaining drives.We find out what got these 3 boys into rallying and discover how they keep the whole thing going.We will also be joined by another set of brothers in Richard and David Moffett, with arguably one of the best rally stories you will hear from any rally over the years.We get insight into why David went back to the Starlet. We talk about the enterprising element to the family.And at the end of the show we will have a full rundown of all the class winners.Cover Photos by D Harrigan Images. ★ Support this podcast ★

Oisin Kelly presents a preview of the 2023 Donegal International Rally Live from St Eunan's GAA club, organised by Ronhill Rallying in aid of the Letterkenny Community Creche.Guests include:David BogieCallum DevineGary JenningsJames CullenRory KennedyEugene Donnelly,John O'DonnellRonan Hilferty ★ Support this podcast ★

Donall Barrett holds the distinction of winning the Donegal International Rally three years in a row alongside his great friend - The late Manus Kelly.The first of those wins came just one year after the duo had taken the National in Donegal in 2015.Here we get to know Donall away from Rallying.We learn about his success away from the stages, growing up in a house full of sports mad people, his friendship with Manus Kelly and much more. ★ Support this podcast ★

Join us for another blockbuster episode!We have Gary Kiernan, Kevin Eves, Jason Black and Eddie Doherty on AT THE SAME TIME! But that's not all!We have interviews with Callum Devine and Rob Duggan.And Photographer Dave Harrigan joins us also to give us an insight into life capturing the action from the ditches!Shoutout to:www.murraymotorsport.com - 'irishrallypodcast promo code online'www.techntools.ie - 'irishrallypodcast promo code online'www.svstv.comwww.rallyconnection.comwww.pfttravel.ie ★ Support this podcast ★

A story for the ages!Eugene Donnelly is a 5 time Tarmac Champion and highly thought of far and wide.But here we get to know 'Genie' in a way that very few will have seen or heard before.We discover the difficulties growing up, the trials and tribulations of life and the impact that Rallying had on some of those aspects in both a positive and negative sense.This is Eugene Donnelly laying it all on the table.And this is Eugene Donnelly - The Whole Person.Please subscribe to our channel, follow us on social media  @Irishrallypod and visit our website www.irishrallypod.comMusic: The XX - IntroThumbnail pic - TROA Twitter Page ★ Support this podcast ★

Toni Kelly sits down and speaks with recent Rally Croatia JWRC Winner Eamonn Kelly.It was an emotional weekend in Croatia and Eamonn describes it all for us including his win.Rob Duggan is also back in the country and will contest this weekend's Rally of The Lakes in the Melvyn Evans prepared Polo R5.Rob gives great insight into his story and tells us how his outlook on the Sport has changed over the past decade. ★ Support this podcast ★

Our latest offering brings us to a truly amazing story.In September 2022 Ken Blanche was fighting for his life after suffering from not one but two heart attacks.And remarkably just a short time later he was back calling notes again in a Rally Car!We called down to Ken's house to chat with the colourful Carlow man who put everything on the line to tell his story openly and candidly.We also pay tribute to the late Craig Breen who sadly passed away recently.And we discuss the Rally of The Lakes this weekend. ★ Support this podcast ★

The latest Live Interactive show will also include a Tracker Unit Demo by Terry Hegarty.We put Entry List Queries to Nestor.We chat to Tom Scallan & Tomas O'Rourke.We look back at the COI, look ahead to the Moonraker and much more!Shoutout to:SVS ProductionsPFT TravelRally ConnectionTechntools.ie (Use ‘Irishrallypodcast' for 10% discount on select products online)And MurrayMotorsport.com (Use ‘Irishrallypodcast' for 10% discount on select products online) ★ Support this podcast ★

On our latest show we have a super conversation with Keith Lyons. This wouldn't look out of place on 'The Whole Person - Life Beyond The Stages' and we got some incredible driver and business insight here.We bring you the class winners from the Circuit of Kerry.We take a look at The Circuit of Ireland.And we release a statement following on from our West Cork Review show.Shoutout to all our partners and use the promo code 'irishrallypodcast' on www.murraymotorsport.com and www.techntools.ie for a 10% discount on a big range of products!Thumbnail credit - D Harrigan Images ★ Support this podcast ★

There would be very few people that will have known as much about James Cullen as Toni Kelly.But even Toni was amazed at what she found out about her hero!This is James Cullen - The Whole Person!Shoutout to SVS Productions, Tech N Tools, PFT Travel, Rally Connection and Murray Motorsport. ★ Support this podcast ★

Join us for a blockbuster programme!‍We chat to the following:‍Class 11R winner Jack Shanahan‍Modified winner Gary Kiernan, Frank Kelly & Daniel McKenna all at the one time!‍Runner up Robert Barrable & Gordon Noble.‍Toni Kelly spoke to overall winners Josh Moffett & Andy Hayes at the Finish Ramp.‍Kevin O'Driscoll will be along with class winners and we also have a new segment called Nestor's Post Mortem!And we launch our new website!‍Shoutout to:‍www.techntools.ie‍www.svstv.com‍www.rallyconnection.com‍www.facebook.com/PatrickFarrellTransport/Thanks also to Flyin Finn Motorsport, DHarrigan Images and Mar4Tar Rallying‍ ★ Support this podcast ★

S4 E8 West Cork Preview - Jack Shanahan - Chris Hyland - Andrew Browne - Anthony NestorJoin us as we look ahead to West Cork!We chat Live to Chris Hyland from HM Productions regarding the Live Stream operation.We find out about Jack Shanahan's foray into Rallying.Andrew Browne gives us the ERC lowdown after winning ERC3 with Jon Armstrong and he has a word on West Cork.We have some exciting news to share ourselves!And yes - Nestor is back!Shoutout to www.Techntools.ie , www.SVS tv.com , www.rallyconnection.com and PFT Travel! ★ Support this podcast ★

S4 E7 Midland Moto Recap - BRC - ERC - NIRC - West Cork Entry Chats with David Moynihan/Philip WhiteWhat a chaotic weekend of action ahead! Fantastic to see so many crews competing all over the globe!We cover BRC, ERC, NIRC, recap on the Midland Moto Stages Rally, Chat about the West Cork Entry, discussions with David Moynihan & Philip White, we hear from Callum Devine, Josh Moffett, Andy Hayes & Gary Kiernan and much more!Shoutout to www.svstv.com and www.techntools.ieIf you like our content you can help keep the show on the road here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irishrallypod ★ Support this podcast ★

Guests this week include Stephen O'Hanlon who's flying it lately with Mark Donnelly.Daniel Barry on competing overseas & closer to home this weekend.Daniel McKenna who's also due out in Longford.And what exactly is happening in Donegal? Class winners from Fivemiletown and Midland Entry also discussed! ★ Support this podcast ★

The brand new series kicks off with one of Irish Rallying's most successful drivers both on and off the stages!Donagh Kelly came from a modest enough background but has gone on to achieve great things both in Rallying and in Business.He doesn't do this type of thing too often and we got a real glimpse into the mind of the extremely focused Donegal man.By the time you'll have finished watching or listening you will be able to tell there's something pretty special about Donagh but you'll also discover that a lot of what makes him successful are things that most people can also take away and bring in to their own lives.This is Donagh Kelly - The Whole Person!Photos: Martin Walsh & Irish IndoMusic by:  The XX - Intro Music is not owned by The Irish Rally Podcast ★ Support this podcast ★

S4 E5 Feature Conversation with Marshal, Timekeeper & Lifelong Rally Volunteer Caroline McGuinnessRecently we caught up with Caroline and discussed many different aspects of volunteering at a rally; the challenges a marshal faces, the differences between regulations in the North and South and much more indeed.It's a show you won't want to miss and it gave a real insight which might just make people think a little bit differently about how important the jobs are.I came away with a world of information and hopefully you will also!Shoutout to www.techntools.ie & www.svstv.comIf you're enjoying what we're doing this season you can support us here for the price of a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irishrallypodTitle & Associate Partnership packages still available - email irishrallypodcast@gmail.com or DM us for more info. ★ Support this podcast ★

Killarney Forestry & Eurocables Belfast Reviews  - Chats with Jack Kennedy & Stephen Wright - Fivemiletown EntryWe delve into all of the above where Stephen tells us exactly why he hasn't registered for the McGrady Insurance Northern Ireland Rally Championship.Jack Kennedy fresh from school chats to us about his Killarney forestry exploits along with his Dad.We look ahead to Fivemiletown with the top 10 entries and we inform you of other happenings around Irish Rallying!Shoutout to www.techntools.ie and www.svstv.comIf you would like to be the new title partner of The Irish Rally Podcast or come on board as an associate partner DM us or email irishrallypodcast@gmail.comYou can also support our efforts here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irishrallypod ★ Support this podcast ★

James Leckey was on the crest of a wave in 1998 having won the Killarney Rally of the Lakes in dramatic circumstances in a showdown with Austin MacHale.But after that year James decided to focus on work.Now he has returned to scratch the rally itch and we catch up with him to find out why he has returned, why he chose business over Rallying, and that infamous Killarney Rally of the Lakes win in 1998 which had a lot more to it that many might have thought!Shoutout to SVS Productions, CRS pics and Techntools.ie  ★ Support this podcast ★

James Fulton was delighted to have secured his first WRC podium alongside Craig Breen at Rally Sweden with a second place finish.Our Toni Kelly caught up with James last week to discuss what this meant to him.James also gave great insight into the world of WRC in general.NOTE: Catch Episode 1 of 'The Whole Person - Life Beyond The Stages' with Toni Kelly on our YouTube and Podcast channels on Monday 27th of February! If you like what we're about you can support our efforts for the price of a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irishrallypodShoutout to www.techntools.ie and SVS Productions. ★ Support this podcast ★

We caught up with William Creighton on the back of his recent JWRC win at Rally Sweden. We spoke to Eamonn Kelly after his weekend on the same event. And we chat to Ronan O'Neill on guiding Adrian Hetherington to 3rd place on the Riponian Rally in the British Historic Rally Championship!We also tee up next weeks content!Shoutout to www.techntools.ie and SVS Productions.To advertise with us email irishrallypodcast@gmail.com and to support our efforts for the price of a coffee click here! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irishrallypod ★ Support this podcast ★

Lots to delve into with the ever enthusiastic Tommy Randles, Niall Burns and Lorcan Moore give us an insight from Qatar and we chat about the exploits of William Creighton and Craig Breen in Sweden ★ Support this podcast ★

S4 E1 - 2023 Corrib Oil Galway International Rally Review - Mark Alcorn - Meirion Evans - Ruthann O'Connor - Karl Egan - Simon ReidWe're off with a new season here on The Irish Rally Podcast and our first stop is a look back on Galway! We talk to the Modified surprise package Mark Alcorn, Overall winner Meirion Evans, Ruthann O'Connor delves into life calling notes for a familiar face, Karl Egan gives us a rundown on his weekend and the event, while Simon Reid discusses his 4wd adventure!Shoutout to www.techntools.ie and SVS Productions. ★ Support this podcast ★

BITESIZE: Barry Attridge proves you can get involved in Rallying at any age!Barry Attridge stuck up an ad on Done Deal in 2022 and subsequently ended up doing a clatter of rallies for the year! He's back in Galway this weekend and we caught up with him to learn of this great story! ★ Support this podcast ★

Eddie Doherty has made considerable progress in 2022. For the year ahead he's looking to slip in under the radar and he may just do that indeed! We spoke to him ahead of Galway!Shoutout to SVS Productions and Flyin Finn Motorsport. ★ Support this podcast ★

In many ways the Clubman is the Spirit of Irish Rallying. With the Spirit of Christmas in mind we decided to marry these two elements together!Emmet Cleary from Wexford captured the imagination at the start ramp in Wexford a few months back and we thought what better man to give us an insight into the story of a clubman than him!Sit back, relax and enjoy the story of one of Rallying's really entertaining personalities!Happy Christmas to all our viewers and listeners! ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode we look back at the Killarney Historics Rally. We also reflect on the 2022 Forestry Championship giving a full rundown on the class winners, while The Billy Coleman Award Winner has been announced!We have a selection of interviews with Niall Burns, Kevin Eves, Patrick O'Brien and Tommy Commane while Ivan Hurley gives us a class rundown from Killarney Historics.Shoutout to SVS Productions and 3rock.ie ★ Support this podcast ★

In 2012, Irish Rallying lost one of its shining lights.Rory Galligan was just 39 years old when he succumbed to Motor Neurone Disease.In his short life he achieved a massive amount, winning the inaugural Billy Coleman Award which provided a platform to go on and win the Peugeot 106 Super Cup a year later.His undoubted talent saw him with the Mitsubishi Evo challenge in 2004 which secured him his second works drive having done so already with Peugeot in 2002.Here we discover Rory Galligan the Person and Rory Galligan the driver.This is The Rory Galligan StoryIntro 00:00Greg Shinnors & Gordon Noble 01:18Tom Walsh 34:53Andrew Browne & Martin Brady 50:09Willie Mavitty 1:46:22Stephen Curran 2:00:17If you'd like to donate to the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association you can do so here https://imnda.ie/donate/ and you can contact them on Freephone number 1800 403 403Music from Bruce Springsteen - Dancing In The Dark copyright of SME (on behalf of Columbia); SOLAR Music Rights Management, LatinAutor - SonyATV, LatinAutorPerf, UMPG Publishing, UNIAO BRASILEIRA DE EDITORAS DE MUSICA - UBEM, Global Music Rights LLC, Sony Music Publishing, and 11 music rights societies. ★ Support this podcast ★

We're joined by Richard Moffett, Kevin Eves, Daniel Barry, Lorcan Moore, Tom Scallan, Andrew Purcell, Andy Hayes, Micheal Maher, Danny Mullins, Adrian Codd and none other than ex WRC star Mikko Hirvonen!Big shoutout to Bluestone Motor Finance and PM Autos. ★ Support this podcast ★

Ulster Review - Conversation with various Tarmac Winners & more!A stellar cast providing great craic and insight!Big shoutout to www.3rock.ie and SVS Productions.If you've enjoyed our coverage of the Tarmac Championship you can support our efforts here for the price of a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irishrallypod ★ Support this podcast ★

We talk forestry and tarmac rallying. A 2wd chat with Adrian Hetherington, Gary Nolan and David Condell is one of the many segments and we hear from Patrick O'Brien, Jordan Hone, Cian Donnellan, Niall McGonigle, Jenna McCann, Aoife Raftery, Richard Swanston and Brian Duggan.Big shoutout to SVS productions and 3rock.ieIf you enjoy what we do you can support us here for the price of a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irishrallypod ★ Support this podcast ★

S3 Episode #19 - Cork 20 Review - Interactive ShowWe discussed Tyre warming, historics, marshalling, championship situations and more as well as the Cork 20 class winners.Big shoutout to www.3rock.ieIf you like what we're about you can support us for the price of a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irishrallypod ★ Support this podcast ★

S3 Episode #18 - Cork 20 Preview - Interviews - Mindset Insights & more ★ Support this podcast ★

Moonraker Review - Stonethrowers Look Ahead - Mossie Costello - Ryan Caldwell - Anthony Nestor - Jim Murphy - Larry O'SheaCheers to SVS Productions.If you like what we're about you can support our efforts for the price of a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irishrallypod ★ Support this podcast ★

Review of The 2022 Donegal International Rally - Guests include Gary Kiernan - Ryan McHugh - Tommy O'Connell We made the show more interactive and got the thoughts of competitors and fans during the programme. Refuelling, TV coverage and Marshalling was all discussed amongst other things.Shoutout to www.3rock.ie and to Flyin Finn Motorsport.If you enjoy what we do and want to show your appreciation we have a Buy Me A Coffee link here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irishrallypod ★ Support this podcast ★

Guests:Eamonn MageeAiden HarperToni KellyDeclan GallagherBrian DugganThanks to www.3rock.ieIf you like our content you can help us pay the bills for the price of a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irishrallypod ★ Support this podcast ★

S3 Episode #14 - 2022 Carlow Stages Rally Review -  Kevin Eves - Mick Lonergan - Aine Phelan - Brendan Harpur - Laura McMenamin. Thanks to Ballymurphy Engineering Tullow. ★ Support this podcast ★

Simon Mauger's Mark II Challenge Memories Ahead Of The 2022 Carlow Stages Rally!We also talk about his success in a Millington engined Metro among other things!  ★ Support this podcast ★

The winner of the 2011 event joins us for a chat ahead of this weekends event! ★ Support this podcast ★

We chat to Tommy Randles, the first ever winner of the Carlow Stages Rally's Mark II Challenge about that event and his time in Rallying. Some real gems in here!  ★ Support this podcast ★