Ray Foley
Episodes
Bad Accent Alert!
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We've all been that embarrassing person trying to speak the local language in other countries! Ray and JP are no exception!
What Actually Is 5G?
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does 5G do and is it any different from 4g and 3g?Jess Kelly is in the studio with all the answers.But first she has to answer JP's VIP quiz!
What Bird Is That?
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A mystery bird sound recorded in Ray's neighbourhood sparked some sleuthing across the nation!And who knew JP was half woodpecker?!
LEGO at a Flower Show?
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How to get the kids and the husbands to a gardening show... LEGO!Ray spoke to Gary Kirwan who's built a Lego garden at this weekend's Bloom Festival
Name Your Animal After An Irish Celeb!
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What animal would Ray be?And if you were going to name a badger, is Pat Kenny or Ian Dempsey a better name?
An Incredible Weekend Win For Áine!
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What an amazing weekend win! Lovely call with listener Áine who was diagnosed with cancer this week 15 years ago and today she's just driving back fr...
Is The Mission Impossible Movie Franchise Better Than Bond?
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"I love something that's absolutely atrocious"Ray and JP weigh in on what to watch on your screen.
Jess Kelly Has All The Autonomous Car Facts
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"I'll join up my hole with the sea"Jess Kelly is here to talk all about holes, power outages and self-driving cars.
Let The MAYHEM Commence: Ian Dempsey Gatecrashed Ray Foley
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ian gets his revenge gatecrash on Ray and JP!Sit back, relax, and nod off with Ian Dempsey's new app, 'Dempsey's Zen'.
What Is With The Young Kids And Their Sayings?
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"JP is crashing out out there"'Niceeee' and 'Less Gooo' is cool and hip apparently.
Ray's Phone Is Bunched! Jess Kelly's Got Some Phone Battery Hacks!
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"It's dropping off a cliff by 20% out of nowhere!"Ray is moaning about his phone and Jess is here to help.
Ray Has Kindly Put Together A 'Made In Ireland' Song For Eurovision.
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's actually quite catchy.Last night, the Eurovision hosts were singing a song about Swiss inventions so we thought we'd put it up to them with a son...
Tell Me I'm Wrong: Should I Break-Up With My Partner For Being A Picky Eater?
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"Is it enough to break-up with someone?"Karen Koster and JP give their best advice.
County Louth Have An Incredibly Long List Of Achievements
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"Louth's long role of honour".From The Corrs to St. Brigid to Pierce Brosnan to Leinster Champions: Louth's rollcall of achievements is really really ...
What Celebrities Have You Kissed?
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"I reckon that guy shifted Carlow Electrician" Listener Gareth says he once kissed former Baywatch actress, Carmen Electra.
Grab Your Pope-Corn For DJ Jayo .
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BOOM BOOM BOOM!DJ Jayo is back in the studio for some more madness.
JP Is Lucky To Have Laid His Eyes On This Heartthrob.
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"He's still got it in the looks department".JP saw a famous 80s heartthrob yesterday but can Ray guess who it was?
Ray Weighs In On Skorts v Shorts
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"Like the last turkey hanging in the butcher shop window".Ray has proposed to show solidarity with the players by having a blanket rule for women AND ...
Educate Yourself On How To Use Sunscreen.
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
'Sunscreen is no joke'.Ray has all the tricks on using your sunscreen the RIGHT way.
Happy Easter from DJ Jayo!
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BOOM BOOM BOOM!It's DJ Jayo's Easter banker special!
Do You Remember The Texaco Art Competition?
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's still going strong!8 year old Pierre won a prize in this year's Texaco Art Competition and ended up on a few the front pages!
Introducing The Incredible 6 Year Old Golfer!
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
6 year old Luke Newton has been playing golf since he was 1 years old!His biggest inspiration is Rory McIlroy and he's desperate to complete the grand...
DJ John...*cough cough*... I Mean...DJ JAYO!
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Boom Boom Boom!DJ Jayo is in the studio, causing mayhem as usual!
Muireann O'Connell Is In The Studio
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Movies and streaming this week has been taken over by Muireann! She's got a bit of The Last Of Us, and Fran The Man for you this week.
Don't Throw Your Popcorn!
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The new Minecraft movie is out and it has started a wild TikTok trend. Kids are throwing popcorn and cheering loudly during scenes that featured in th...
"International Fiddler Extraordinaire!"
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What's the difference between a fiddle and a violin?Ray's mad for renowned fiddler Andre Rieu and has Jess Kelly in stitches!
Is AI looking Over Your Shoulder?
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are we secretly being made to use AI without even realising it?Jess Kelly is in the studio to help settle Ray' paranoia.
The Strawberries Are Ready Early
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Apparently strawberries are growing early this year!Ray doublechecks with his strawberry guy, farmer Eamon Crane from Greenhill Fruit Farm in Enniscor...
Would You Wear Outdoor Pajamas?
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is it really acceptable to wear pajamas outside?It's national Pajama day and M&S have brought out their high end outdoor pajamas...Aoife aka @TheS...
'It's Just Lego On a Screen'
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ciara King is in the studio recommending the movies of the moment! Jack Black in The Minecraft movie is not one to miss! Plus the heartfelt Irish film...
Jude Law Is Not His Real Name!
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jude Law is in hot water!His real name isn't actually Jude Law and the truth has shocked the world!
What Would The Molly Malone Taskforce Be Called?
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's been announced that the Molly Malone statue in Dublin will be patrolled by stewards in order to stop tourists from groping her.But what should we...
The Great Teppanyaki Challenge: Did Ray Catch the Egg?
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Does anyone else get competitive with the strangest challenges?Ray's competitive side came out at dinner when faced with the challenge of flying food!
How to Perfect a Kerry Accent
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With Pierce Brosnan getting roasted for his Kerry accent in Mob Land Ray is on a mission to perfect his! Jessica Courtney Lean from the drama school o...
What Would You Have On Your Body Armour?
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ray wants time travel on his and JP wants lasers...Jess Kelly is in the studio to talk Ray through what is ACTUALLY on the new futuristic body armour ...
Tell Me I'm Wrong: Should Your Teen's Girlfriend Hang Out in Their Bedroom?
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Should I let my 16 year old son spend time alone with his girlfriend in his bedroom?Or should teenagers not be trusted to follow the rules parents set...
Comedy, Action and... Chewing Gum?
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Last One Laughing UK and The Studio; which is funnier?Ciara King is back and fueling the laughs with her tv and movie pics of the week. Plus what nost...
The Fake Fern Cotton Scam!
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine thinking you were about to meet Fern Cotton but it all turned out to be a big scam!The Insta chef 'Little Lou Cooks' from Galway joins Ray on ...
Tell Me I'm Wrong: I'm Not Buying A Mother's Day Card For My Girl Friend's Dog
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"Me and my girlfriend got into a huge row last year because I didn't send her a card from our dog.I’m worried there’ll a repeat performance this y...
Tell Me I'm Wrong: My girlfriend’s friend group is toxic
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"Whenever they meet there’s always some kind of drama either beforehand or afterwards.They even have separate WhatsApp groups where they bitch about...
23andMe Has Gone Bankrupt But Who Owns Your DNA?
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Will the new buyers own your DNA samples? Are they secure??Did anyone else except Ray struggle spitting into the little vial??Tech Talk's Jess Kelly h...
Have Your Ever Put Your Foot In It?
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ray challenges the people of Ireland to share their most cringe embarrassming stories!The times we've all put our foot in it!
Meet the Young Sisters Making Easter Brighter!
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sisters Lauren Metcalfe (17) and Ella May (8) are on a mission to provide 1,500 Easter eggs to children in hospital.If you would like to donate an egg...
Why You Have to Watch Adolescence!
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone is talking about adolescence!Ray gets emotional over fears for his own young sons - and how they'll navigate the world
All Your Stealing Stories!
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you secretly stolen anything in your time?Ray wants to hear from all the petty thieves in Ireland
Would Ray Pass The Leaving Cert ORAL English Exam?
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ray chats with education editor Carl O'Brien about these oral tests! Could they actually help young people communicate or is it just an early April F...
What You Should Be Watching This Week!
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We've got your screentime sorted for the week! Adolescence, The Electric State and White Lotus Season 3... What more could you want?
The Boom of Trump Impersonators!
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Who would have thought Donald Trump impersonators would be the newest trend for parties!Ray finds out the secret to being a successful impersonator fr...
Are Kidney Stones More Painful Than Child Birth?
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ray had a very painful kidney stone a few years back, and is sure it was more painful then childbirth!The women of Ireland are up in arms!
From Eye Infections to Paris Proposals!
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ciara King is back in the studio and brings with her a mad story.Would you say yes to a proposal from a gorgeous French man?
Tell Me I'm Wrong: Danny Jones Is In The Wrong, Not Maura Higgins?
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With their Brits kiss still in the news, Ray wants to know why Maura is still being labelled a homewrecker when its Danny that's the married man.Karen...
It's Cheer Crazy This Afternoon!
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get your pom-poms ready!Ray is joined by epic cheerleaders Maddie Rose and Bailey Huston from Kansas and Iowa ahead of the Aer Lingus College Classic!
Nine Year Old Viral Sensation Lays Down The Lilting Challenge To Ray
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
To Lilt Or Not To Lilt?Nine year old Eoin Creevy is a viral lilting sensation!And he was quick to lay down the lilting challenge to Ray on Big Busk D...
Jade Maples Blows Us Away With Live Studio Session
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week it's all things Big Busk here at Today FM!Ray Foley is backing busker Jade Maples, who dropped by to blow us all away with a Live Session.Pl...
Lilting Lesson Number 3: Is Ray Getting Any Better?
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's lesson number 3 with lilting legend Pádraig Howley, but Ray is still struggling to know his 'die-ra' from his 'doh-ra.' Lets hope Pádraig can i...
Lilting Lesson Number Two Is Underway
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pádraig Howley is back to give Ray his second lilting lesson ahead of his Big Busk event on Friday. It's not looking good...
Lilting Lessons from Pádraig Howley
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ray has to prepare for his lilting debut!What better way to get ready than a lesson with singing legend Pádraig Howley
What Is Ray Doing For The Big Busk?
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ray has decided to learn to lilt to raise money for The Big Busk! First thing's first, he's got to have a chat with viral lilting sensation Eoin Creev...
Tell Me I'm Wrong: Is It Selfish to Want a Veggie Birthday Dinner?
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's my birthday and I want to go to a vegetarian restaurant. Is it unfair that my family insist on going to a steak house even though its MY birthday...
What You Should Be Streaming This Week
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ciara King is *meant* to be in the studio to talk movies and streaming.Ray and JP have got you covered
Are You A Hugger?
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's National Hugging Day!Ray is a self proclaimed hugger but can't stand people who don't hug properly!
Am I Wrong For Not Wanting My Son To Sleep In My Bed?
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
My husband works late and loves having our son in the bed when he comes home. It’s now at the stage where he’s in bed with us 3 or 4 times a week....
Is Deirdre O'Kane Out To Get Kevin McGahern?
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The gorgeous Kevin McGahern in studio to talk about hosting this weekend's IFTAs.But is former host Deirdre O'Kane out to kill him...?
Watch Out Charleville! Pat Shortt Is Sending An Asteroid Your Way
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of his tour with his daughter Faye - Pat Shortt joined Ray on the show!He had a very quick answer when we asked which town or city could we affo...
Cian Ducrot Manifested His Grammy Win!
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It turns out Cian Ducrot has been manifesting this Grammy for YEARS!He joined Ray on the show to tell him all about his win.
Will It Kill Me, Or Am I Just Getting Old?
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The good doctor Ciara Kelly was in the house to discuss our listeners ailments - from shaky hands to ingrown toenails.
What The Year Of The Snake Mean For You
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Lunar New Year!Ray and JP had a chat with TV chef Kwanghi Chan about the Lunar New Year and what their star signs mean for them!
Una Healy Joins Celebrity Bear Hunt
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is she prepared for the jungle?Una Healy joins Ray to chat all things Celebrity Bear Hunt!Don't miss the first episode on Feb 5th!
Best Tech To Survive A Storm
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess Kelly is in the studio to share the very best tech purchases before the next storm hits.But cranking wind up radios, torches and fridges is far t...
16 Year Old Magician Baffles Ray!
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
16 years old Ella Nicholson from Dublin from on the TV show, Penn and Teller: Fool Us completely baffled Ray with her card trick.Not only is she the o...
Tell Me I'm Wrong: My Ex Should Say Sorry For Getting Engaged
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"My ex of 2 years came out as gay & got engaged to a man, I think he owes me an apology..."Ray, JP and Karen Koster share their judgements.
Kneecap Snubbed At The Oscars
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ciara King is here to chat all things Oscar nominations, particularly with Kneecap getting ZERO!Plus with The Brutalist and Back In Action in cinemas ...
Drama In The Dáil
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
'Poor Verona Murphy was like a school teacher on her first day'Ray and JP reminisce over their crazy school days when they drove their techers crazy!
The Inside Scoop On The New Taoiseach
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Political Correspondent Seán Defoe on telling us insider info about Mícheál Martin being sworn in as Taoiseach today.Does he get an official seal o...
How Many Hot Sauces Is Too Many Hot Sauces?
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's National Hot Sauce day! Ray decided to do a stock take of all the sauces he has in his kitchen. Spoiler... its a lot!
How To Get Rid Of Eye Bags
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A 'friend' of Ray's sent him a link to a face mask to get rid of his eye bags. Ray didn't think he even had eye bags...Jennifer Rock, 'The Skin Nerd' ...
Ray Is Fuming!
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Iano's sneaky half day has left Ray very very angry. He has instructed JP to write up an angry email.
Severance is back!
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ciara is in the studio and causing a right stir.Plus there's so much to watch this week! Wolfman, A Complete Unknown, Severance Season 2 AND A Real P...
Never Have I Ever Had A Spice Bag!
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JP reveals he has never tasted the treasured national dish and it sparks outrage!
Tell Me I'm Wrong: My Best Friend Always Invites Other People Along When We Are Meant To Be Catching Up
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Would you say something, or just get used to the new dynamic?Karen Koster is in the studio to share her judgement and hear your take!
Are You A Dog Poo Vigilante?
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ray has finally found his people! Katy Harrington, Features editor at the Irish Independent has declared herself a dog poo vigilante. Together they wi...
You Can Get A Qualification In Talking On The Phone?
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ciara King is bringing us the best movies and tv shows to watch this week.But really she's here to chat 'telephobia' - the fear of talking on the phon...
Do You Sleep In The Nude?
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Emma Doran joined Ray and JP in studio!While chatting about sleeping patterns, JP made a revelation that Emma thought was rather creepy...
National 'I'm Not Going To Take It Anymore' Day
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today is the day people reevaluate their relationships, careers and life situations and decide to let out their pent up emotion and scream...I'M NOT D...
Ray Is In His Slippers Era
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ray got Homer Simpson slippers for Christmas but they're not a patch on Paula's Zig and Zag slippers which she's owned for over 40 years!
What Will You Be Watching Over Christmas?
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ciara King is in the studio!She's reviewed everything this year, and there's still more!Mufasa, Better Man and Squid Games Season 2! What a line up!
Fergal Is Still Cycling From Roscommon To Australia!
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Where in the world is Fergal now? Ray and JP check in with Fergal at the end of the year to see where he is in his journey from Roscommon to Sydney......
Forget RIP.ie! What About BrownBread.ie?
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With RIP.ie starting to charge €100 for a death notice, Ray and JP have decided to make their own.But they need a good name!How about Mournhub.ie?
Do We REALLY Need More Lord Of The Rings Content?
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ciara King is in the studio bringing us her top- tv and film pics of the week.The War Of Rohirrim is released this week, and its sparked a debate betw...
Best Hangover Cures!
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What's the best hangover cure?Netty is in the studio to give us the best work-christmas- party-hangover-cures!
What Is The Difference Between A Llama And An Alpaca?
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's National Llama Day and Ray wants a llama for Christmas.Or is it an alpaca?
The New Brass Kings In The Studio!
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of their charity busking gig, The Brass Kings join Ray and JP in the studio for a Christmas treat!
Jedward Tell Me I'm Wrong: Cancelling Christmas Because I'm Not Decorating Alone!
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Would you cancel Christmas if your family didn't help you decorate for the festive season?Jedward have been called in to help Ray with Tell Me I'm Wro...
Have You Heard Of This New Star Wars TV Show?
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ray and JP are joined by Ciara King to talk about all things Star Wars: Skeleton Crew ...but does it live up to the hype?
Do Companies Still Do Life-Time Supplies?
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A man who became an internet sensation after sharing his Mars bar without the ripple was handed £2 in compensation.Have you ever received a freebie f...
What Are Those Christmas Decorations Called?
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ray and JP are on the hunt for the name of those retro Christmas decorations we all remember from Christmas's gone by.
Ray Has A Brush With The Law
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is it normal to steal brakes off a bike?Or is Ray just being targeted?
Tech Black Friday Hacks!
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
'Tech Jesus' Jess Kelly is here to tell us which Black Friday steals we should run for, and which are better left at the checkout!Plus what is BlueSky...
We Catch Up With The Family In Lapland!
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine winning a trip to Lapland!Ray got in touch with Katie and the family who have been over in Lapland for the last few days going on husky rides,...
Ray Is Panic Cleaning For Christmas
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How many Christmas trees have you put up this year?Ray's got a visitor coming over and he's gone into a cleaning frenzy so his house is ready for gues...