Ray Foley

Cork Loves Comedian Chris Kent Twice As Much As Ray And We Can Prove It

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Comedian Chris Kent was awarded Cork Person Of The Month, not once but twiceRay can't get no love from Cork, and he's fumed.Click play to dive into th...

Tell Me I'm Wrong: Should I Confront My Neighbour About Her Drink Driving Or Go Straight To The Guards?

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Tell Me I'm Wrong Lauren had a bit of a heavy one.Should this caller confront her neighbour about her drink driving or should she just go...

DJ Damp Delivers A Chaotic Waterproof Trouser Time Challenge

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

DJ Damp, aka a moist Ray Foley, was in the house after a rainy cycle to work. The resulting waterproof trouser time trial challenge devolved into chao...

Do You Suffer With Weak Hands? You're Not Alone Friend

03 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

During the week Ray Foley bared his soul on national radio.He got raw, he got real. He has suffered in silence for too long now.Ray revealed how he ha...

The Ray Foley Podcast: Are Online Reviews Just A Big Sham?

02 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

 Are online reviews a sham? Ray and JP dive in on this week's podcast-only episode of The Ray Foley Podcast.We also hear from work and organisati...

Meet The Woman Behind Irish TikTok Sensation 'The Dating Orange'

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It turns out if you want to seduce the Irish TikTok sensation 'The Dating Orange' on a date, don't go on a rant about Sinn Féin.With millions of vie...

Calling All Weak Hand Sufferers, Ray Foley Pledges To Shine A Light On Harrowing Condition

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For years Ray Foley has been suffering in silence.But he will be silenced no more! Fellow weak hand sufferers unite, Ray is here to shine a light on t...

Ray And JP Celebrate 400th Show But Ray Receives Some Devastating News

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's not every day your show turns the ripe old age of 400.Ray and JP were all geared up to celebrate the milestone, when out of nowhere, Ray was left...

Celeb Couples Ray And JP Are Rooting For (We Vote For Ray And JP)

24 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The rumour mill went into overdrive this week when an alleged smooch took place between our very own Paul Mescal and Florence Pugh.It got Ray and JP t...

The Ray Foley Podcast: Grow A Pair! Lab Grown Testicles Are Here

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a busy week for Ray and JP,!On this week's episode of The Ray Foley Podcast they delve into everything from the division of labour between p...

The Organ Donation Process Is Set To Change: These Transplant Tales Stopped Us In Our Tracks

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Soft opt-out organ donation is set to change the lives of transplant patients around Ireland when it comes into effect in the near future.The Human Ti...

A Little Bit Of Ray: It's Official - This Is The Smell Of Ireland

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jessie Buckley misses the smell of Ireland.So let's concoct Ireland's signature fragrance to ease her homesick blues.People around Ireland sent in the...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Every Question You Inevitably Hear When You Get Back From A Holiday

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ray Foley knows how to treat himself!He's just back from a few days in the sun with the family, and JP devised a quiz for him containing every questio...

Tell Me I’m Wrong: I Hate My Wife's Best Friend. Should She Be Godmother?

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One listener hates his wife's best friend, who have been pals for many years. But now she could be Godmother of their soon to be born baby....and our ...

A Little Bit Of Ray: JP's Yesteryear Crush

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Passing by each other in the supermarket, Ray has to guess who JP spotted out and about. And it just happens to be one of his crushes from a while bac...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Emasculation At The Chipper

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who had Ray feeling less manly at the chipper on their bingo card? Ray & JP chat about those places and situations that make you feel stressed, wo...

Tell Me I’m Wrong: Cousin Took My Baby Name

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One listener is very close to her cousin. But, the cousin has just named their new baby the same name this listener has always said they'd call their ...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Which Presenter Does A Today FM Presenter Smell Like?

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Asking the questions that are on the mind of the nation. Plus, how much toilet paper could you buy if you won a massive amount of money?Catch the full...

A Little Bit Of Ray: "My Wife" Jokes...

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Uh oh! Ray is playing some "my wife" jokes which leads to some debate about who should do what at home.Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Raybourhood Watch

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ray shares some of the interesting things you may see on Facebook Groups, including his local neighborhood watch!Catch the full chat by pressing the P...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Caution! Wet Concrete!

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Don't lie - you see wet concrete and there is just one thing you want to do!Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.Ray Foley - W...

The Ray Foley Podcast: A Sex Quiz People Get Wrong

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Where do I stick it, and what happens then?"Can you beat Ray at this sex quiz?🎧 Subscribe to The Ray Foley Podcast available now on all major podc...

Tell Me I’m Wrong: My Daughter Wants To Sleepover At Her Friends House But The Mother Has An OnlyFans Account

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Would you allow your daughter go for a sleepover at a friends house if you found out that friend's mother had an OnlyFans account? Also if your dating...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Is That Hugh Jackman?!?

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There have been sightings of a wild Hugh Jackman across Dublin recently, and best pal Ray Foley still has his number saved (apparently). But someone w...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Hit The 10KG Limit

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ray is packing for a few days away, but with a 10kg hand luggage only limit, he is needing some useful hacks. Some are VERY useful!Catch the full chat...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Rugby Dads Post Match Review

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Six Nations is back, and Ireland played France at the end of last week. Time for the Rugby Dads to weigh in with their thoughts.Catch the full cha...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Shower Scenes

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What tasks and activities are actually acceptable to do while in the shower? Drink? Eat? Stay in it indefinitely because you hate everyone around you?...

Tell Me I'm Wrong: Mother-In-Law Refuses To Give My Pre-Prepared Food To My Child While Minding Them

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we have a throwback episode of Tell Me I'm Wrong, with two dilemmas up for debate.First up, one listener feels she shouldn't have to fork up...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Everyone Tap In. Let's See You At 21...

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Instagram trend of the moment... and Ray & JP get in on it. (Photo may not be from when Ray was 21...)Catch the full chat by pressing the Play...

A Little Bit Of Ray: The Ray Foley Bank Holiday Weekend

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Since renaming things is the activity du jour, Ray has an exciting announcement to share which will change the way you celebrate a Bank Holiday foreve...

The Ray Foley Podcast Episode 9: Who Sugar Coats Things More - Women Or Men?

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do women sugar coat things more than men?When it comes to getting to the point, even about sensitive subjects, who gets the message across in the most...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Boys Do Cry

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

JP went to the cinema to watch All Of Us Strangers and revealed that he is a bit of a blubberer when watching movies. But can he and JP cry on cue?Cat...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Michelin Bib Gourmand In Dingle

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, 6 new Bib Gourmand Awards were handed out by the Michelin Guide to Irish restaurants across the island.La Gordita, Amy Austin & Lotties...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Brotherly Love

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A special moment of appreciation for the big brothers and sisters out there!Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.Ray Foley - W...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Lights, Camera, Action

26 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Your weekly guide to the best things to see in the cinema or stream at home this weekend with Ciara King,All Of Us Strangers (in cinemas now)Six Natio...

Bonus Episode: Bones To Nuggs

26 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The food world is trying to find innovative and sustainable options to help battle issues of food waste and climate change. One Finnish company, Super...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Today FM's Register Of Interests

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Way ahead of the curve in Montrose, Today FM's Register of Interest is in studio and Ray is going through the various extra bits the presenters are ge...

A Little Bit Of Ray: The Stanley Craze Explained

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

No doubt you'll see these giant flasks every time you take a quick scroll of TikTok or Instagram Reels. The Stanley Quencher has become the most want...

A Little Bit Of Ray: What's For Dinner, Ray?

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What time do you and your partner or housemates start asking "What is for dinner". According to a resurfaced clip of Aretha Franklin, deciding what to...

The Ray Foley Podcast Episode 8: Listen To Ray And JP Discover The Magic Of The Internet

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The internet was invented over 40 years ago.However for some, the true power of the internet is only now being unleashed.This week Ray and JP discover...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Deirdre O'Kane Is Here!

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One of Ireland's funniest comedians, Deirdre O'Kane is in studio with Ray & JP talking all about her ongoing tour, O’Kaning It as well as the Am...

A Little Bit Of Ray: A Couch? An Island? That's Rich!

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What are the clearest signs that someone is rich? The big brand new car in the drive? The four all-inclusive holidays a year? Orcould it be a bit clos...

A Little Bit Of Ray: VIP Voicemails

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Oscar nominations are out, and Irish eyes are on Hollywood. Thankfully Ray has his phonebook open to chat with some of the lucky ones, as well as ...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Shush!! It's All So Quiet

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ray wonders if the cinema experience is getting quieter. Plus, does JP reveal something unusual about his viewing habits?Catch the full chat by pressi...

Bonus Episode: A Not So Salty Conversation

19 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder about the differences between the different types of salt? There are so many varieties around. Chef Shaun Hill, from the Michelin starred ...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Holdovers, Last One Laughing & More

19 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ciara King joins Ray & JP for the weekly round up of all things to stream and watch in the cinema this weekend.On the billboard this week:The Hold...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Take It! It's Free!

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cannot resist a freebie? Well, this podcast is free for a start! But you know all those other bits you or your kids pick up along the way. Pens, prosp...

Tell Me I'm Wrong 3: Gym Cheats & HER Inheritance

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One listener is worried she might know the boyfriend of a gym pal, who if it is him, is already engaged to a friend of hers. While another thinks the...

The Ray Foley Podcast Episode 7: When Your Personality Doesn't Match Your Face

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We all know someone with a resting bitch face.Or a smug face (*cough cough @JP).This week Ray and JP look at the many types of faces we come into cont...

A Little Bit Of Ray: From Marathon to Choco Krispies,

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With many people not too pleased about the name change from Pairc Ui Chaoimh to SuperValu Park, JP runs through a few of the success and less successf...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Namaste Blue Monday

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Apparently it is the bluest Monday of the year, after the highs of Christmas, the resolutions are failing, the bank balance is getting lower and lower...

A Little Bit Of Ray: What's that, Skippy?

12 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A brief and unexpected Aussie accent sent Ray & JP down a rabbit hole trying to discover what noise kangaroos make. Has Skippy led us wrong all th...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Movies & Streaming w/ Ciara King

12 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ciara King stops by for this week's movies and streaming recommendations. "Poor Things" starring Emma Stone and Mark Ruffalo is in cinemas now. "True ...

Bonus Episode: How To Be A Restaurant Reviewer

12 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder what it is like to be a restaurant reviewer? Ray spoke with Corinna Hardgrave who is the restaurant critic for The Irish Times to discover...

A Little Bit Of Ray: On The Mitch!

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It probably doesn't come as a surprise that Ray mitched off school to listen to the radio. But he did. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button...

A Little Bit Of Ray: What Do Men Love To Lie About?

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Apparently there is something that all men lie about in relationships. There are many possibilities but according to Ottie Clarke and Jake Craig's pod...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Kathryn Thomas Pops By

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

January always signals the start of transformations and changes, as well as the start of a new series of Operation Transformation. Host Kathryn Thomas...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Unwise, But Not Illegal

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You know those sneaky things you do that you know are wrong, but you do anyway. Ray & JP admit their guilt, but not their shame at some of their a...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Pour Advice For Dry January

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Did you overstock your fridge at Christmas and now you're doing Dry Jan? If you've got the remnants of one drink in particular, it mightn't be the bes...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Baby Swimming Teachers

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's a new year, but Ray Foley is still the same for 2024. First day back in the office or school for many, including one listener with a rather confu...

Cork Penny Dinners Will Serve Up A Four Course Dinner For 1,000 People On Christmas Day

22 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Cork Penny Dinners have been feeding people year round for nearly 150 years. The amazing Catríona Twomey told us how she and her team will be serving...

The Ray Foley Podcast Episode 6: Radio Idols And Terrible Trolls

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's nice to be nice! But some people didn't get the memo, which Ray chats about in this week's episode.Plus, who is soundest when it comes to media h...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Nuggets of Godzilla

15 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Godzilla returns to the cinema - in Godzilla Minus One and Ciara King is very impressed.Coming to Netflix this weekend too is the first Chicken Run mo...

Bonus Episode: Christmas Dunne Right

15 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most popular food influencers in the country, Ciarán Dunne or @fooddunneright on Instagram and TikTok joined Ray & JP to chat through ...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Work While You Sleep?

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine the ability to do anything you want while you sleep? Imagine being able to do some meaningful, productive work while in a deep state of slumbe...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Sick And Guilty

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A household full of tummy aches left Ray taking a sick day, which still ended up slightly productive. But the there was still some Insta-Guilt.Catch t...

The Ray Foley Show Podcast Episode 5: Ray Carries All Of JP's Worries

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all have that one friend who has a very positive outlook on everything, right? In their friendship, that is JP. But does Ray just absorb all of his...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Brass Is Back!

08 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Remember back when Ray learned how to play the tuba for Today FM's Big Busk? Well the lads at 'The New Brass Kings' dropped into studio again to talk ...

Bonus Episode: Festive Turkey Talk

08 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're talking turkey with turkey farmer Pierce McKevitt who runs Ferry Hill Farm overlooking Carlingford Lough. He's just 19 years old, fitting in rea...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Foley Lost His Golden Ticket

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A kind invite from Ciara King to the Premier of the new Wonka! Movie starring Timothée Chalamet was rudely ignored, but what did Ciara think about it...

Tell Me I'm Wrong 2: Shift At The Christmas Party- What about her boyfriend?

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One listener is getting closer to a work colleague, but isn't thinking about her boyfriend of three years when considering making a move at the upcomi...

The Ray Foley Show Podcast Episode 4: Ray Spills The Tea On Heated Exchanges With Guests Over The Years

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You don't put as many miles on the radio clock as Ray Foley has without getting into a feud or two.Or three|Pull up a pew and join The Ray Foley Podca...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Does Ray Have The Rizz?

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Another year of slang words for Ray & JP to not understand. The Oxford Dictionary have named "Rizz" as the word of 2023, but it's properly gone ov...

A Little Bit Of Ray: The Game Causing Arguments

01 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"The Singer With All The Hair In Her Eyes" and "The Clothes Brand That's Not Very Wet" can only be clues from one game - 30 Seconds. Ray tests Andrew ...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Smell My Granny

01 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Who knew how or why a conversation about JP's new fragrance ended up being about Ray's dog poo bags reminding him of his grandmother, but here we are....

Bonus Episode: After School Meal Memories

01 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From frozen fish to crispy pancakes, Ray has been hearing from listeners to remember those special after school meals. Plus, one of his own memories h...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Can Bradley Snatch Cillian's Oscar?

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Could Bradley Cooper snatch the Oscar that Cillian Murphy is being tipped for? Ciara King joins Ray & JP for a run-through of the latest movies, a...

The Ray Foley Podcast Episode 3: Ray Was Once A Warm Up Act For A Noughties Icon

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Noughties were a wild time.We had denim-on-denim in our wardrobes, dodgy highlights on our heads and we had Ray Foley supporting Enrique Iglesias ...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Rugby Dads Totes Mad Weekend

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Right goys, it's been a while since Ray & JP checked in with the rugby dads who had quite a totes mental weekendCatch the full chat by pressing th...

Brazilian Deliveroo Driver: "I'm An Immigrant And I Went To Help Them"

24 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"I'm an immigrant and I went to help them"Father-of-two Caio Benicio is being hailed a hero after stopping the attack at Parnell Square yesterday. He ...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Squid Gamer Eric Roberts

24 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Red Light. Green Light. Admit it, we all wanted to take part in Squid Games, right? Maybe minus the killing bit. Well, Eric Roberts who you may know f...

Bonus Episode: A Thanksgiving Feast

23 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Millions around the world are celebrating Thanksgiving but what do they eat?Food writer Kristen Jensen, who runs Nine Bean Rows publishing house, was ...

A Little Bit Of Ray: What Symptoms Led Ray To Be Officially Diagnosed With ADHD

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

RayDHD works right? After testing and exploring whether he had ADHD or not, it's now official. Ray explains the process and journey to his diagnosis.A...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Sexpert Breaks Down Irish Dating Trends

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It might be a surprise to hear but Ray & JP are not the relationship and sex experts you might've thought. They can barely tell the difference bet...

The Ray Foley Podcast Episode 2: Christmas? Sleigh It Ain't So

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're still a good distance out from December but it feels like things have gone full Christmas already.How soon is too soon to go full Christmas?Ray ...

A Little Bit Of Ray: All I Want Is ACHOOO!!

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Poor Mariah (or "Herself" as Ray calls her at this time of the year!). Seems she has come down with a stuffy nose and can't quite sing her Christmas h...

Little Bit Of Ray: Nevermind Being All Fat & Sassy

17 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There were two days of negotiations in the Foley household to settle on what takeaway will be ordered this weekend. Though one listener who happens to...

Little Bit Of Ray: Is The Crown Jumping The Shark?

17 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The ghost of Diana might be the final nail in the coffin for the last season of The Crown. But Barry Keoghan's performance in Saltburn might be his mo...

Bonus Episode: Beetroot Crisp Harvest.

17 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It was all hands on deck as the local community in Killeagh in Cork put their backs into it and helped harvest 20 tonnes of beetroot before frost dest...

Little Bit Of Ray: Beep Beep

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You never know what you'll get when you go rooting around the drawers at home. In Ray's case, you might find the horn you forgot was there all along!C...

Tell Me I'm Wrong 1: We're Married But I Want To Spend Christmas Apart

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christmas is coming, but so is the dilemma of whose parents one couple should spend Christmas Day with, when one family is ALL about Christmas craic, ...

The Ray Foley Podcast Episode 1: Ray's Wife Kate Sets Things Straight

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome! To a brand new podcast from Ray Foley... and JP of course. Every day you'll be served up a helping of the Best Bits from The Ray Foley Show, ...

A Little Bit Of Ray: Lights, Camera, Action

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ray has just recovered from his first gastroscopy. He wasn't quite sure which end the whole thing would happen.Is there anything serious going or is i...

Bonus Episode: Irish Masterchef Star Has More Surprises Up His Sleeve

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What's it like having Masterchef's Gregg Wallance, Marcus Wareing and Monica Galletti breathing down your neck in the TV kitchen? Limerick's Dara Ryan...

Bonus Episode: Did You Know An Iconic American Ice Cream Is Made In Cork?

03 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that iconic American ice-cream brand Baskin Robbins has been made in Cork for the last 15 years but has never been available in Ireland.....

Bonus Episode: Do You Know The Meaning Behind All Of The Items You Can Find In Barmbrack?

27 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's the traditional Halloween treat that gives the Health & Safety folks the heebie-jeebies. But what does it mean if you get the ring, rag, coin...

Bonus Episode: It's Pumpkin Spiced Latte Season, Here's A Hack To Make Them At Home

20 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

All the leaves are brown and your coffee cup is filled with a pumpkin spice latte! Over a billion cups of this Autumn classic have been brewed since U...

Bonus Episode: Bizarre Food Pairings That Are Actually Delish

13 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ice cream & fish?Chocolate & avocado?In this episode of Food with Ray Foley, Chef Aisling Larkin reveals the food pairings that sound rank but...