Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast
Kevin Glendinning 130 episodes Nov 12, 2026
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast gives rally crews a chance to tell their own stories. Host Kevin Glendinning started the show after being encouraged by others, and he records interviews with people from the rally world. The stories shared range from funny to heartfelt and fascinating. Listeners hear personal accounts and behind-the-scenes tales from rallying.
Episodes
🎤Baltinglass Review and Rapid Rich Stoodley🎤🥛
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 50🎤
This episode, we catch up with Declan Gallagher following his latest triumph on the GSMC Mini Stages Rally, securing back-to-back victories on the event. We hear about his winning performance, the challenges along the way and what it means to make it two in a row.
We’re also joined by “Rapid” Rich Stoodley. From competing on rallies
🎤Andrew Wheatley & Rich Milliner on their respective seasons and preview 2027🎤
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 49 🎤
This week on the podcast, we take a deep dive into the World Rally Championship as one era draws to a close and another prepares to begin. With the 2026 season marking the end of the Rally1 era and a new set of regulations for 2027, to help us make sense of the changes and what lies ahead, we’re joined by two key figures from the se
🎤GSMC Baltinglass Mini Stages & Killarney Historics Preview🎤
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast 2026 Season, episode 48🎤
The excitement is building ahead of the Killarney Historic Rally on November 29th. This week, we get the latest news and insights from Sean Moriarty, who updates us on preparations for this eagerly anticipated event. We are also joined by modified competitors Rob Duggan and Colin O’Donoghue, who share their thoughts as they look ahead
🎤BRC, Stonethrowers, Stellantis Ireland Winners plus Dacia Sandero Cup Review🎤
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 47🎤
On this week’s rally podcast, we celebrate championship success.
We catch up with Osian Pryce, winner of the 2026 British Rally Championship, to reflect on a fantastic year at the top of British rallying.
We look back at the Tipperary Stonethrowers Rally, with winner Eamonn Kelly, who tells us about the Yaris development.
Danny Bra
🎤We talk to Killarney Historic COC Paul Nagle & Sean Moriarty🎤
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2026 Season, episode 46🎤
In this special episode, we look ahead to a highlight of the Irish motorsport calendar: the Killarney Historic Rally on November 30th. This is a very poignant rally as it celebrates its 30th anniversary. Maurice Nagle was the COC 30 years ago and set out to create an event the best drivers wanted to come to Killarney to compete in.
🎤Donegal Harvest & Dogleap Rally Winners, Plus Stonethrowers Preview🎤
🎤Krunching Gears Gears - The Rally Podcast 2026 Season, episode 45🎤
On this week’s episode, we catch up with Harvest Rally winner David Kelly as he reflects on his victory and competing this year.
Dogleap Rally winners Jonny Greer and Niall Burns join us to discuss their season.
Jack Harris and Aaron O’Reagan look back on clinching the two-wheel-drive title in the Irish Forestry Rally Champ
🎤🎤We talk to our M Sport Guys, plus John Coyne🎤🎤
🎤🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2026 Season, episode 44🎤🎤
In this special episode, we look back at the 2026 FIA World Rally Championship season through the eyes of the M-Sport and Motorsport Ireland Rally Academy crews who have been at the heart of the action.
We catch up with Josh McErlean and Eoin Treacy, alongside Jon Armstrong and Shane Byrne, to reflect on a demanding year of comp
🎤Donegal Harvest Review, WRC Finale, Plus Dogleap Stages Preview🎤
🎤🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 43🎤🎤
First up, we catch up with Daniel McKenna to hear about his modified-class victory at the Donegal Harvest Rally, as he reflects on the event and what it took to win.
Ralio presenter Emyr Penlan then joins us to look back on a thrilling conclusion to the World Rally Championship. With drama right to the finish, Elfyn Evans and Scott
Review Laois Forestry, Chris Kelly Rallies, Andy Mackerel on his ITRC Season-Donegal Harvest Preview
🎤🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2026 Season, episode 42🎤🎤
We sit down with Andy Hayes to reflect on an incredible season and his two championship successes, taking the Irish Forestry and Irish Tarmac Championship co-driver titles.
We also catch up with Matthew Boyle and Declan Boyle, winners of the Chris Kelly Manx Rally, who are joined by second-place driver Michael Boyle.
Andy Macke
🎤Escort Rally Special Review🎤
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2026 Season, episode 41 🎤
The Escort Rally Special, held in Belgium on September 12th and 13th, delivered a fantastic weekend of action, with a huge contingent of competitors from the island of Ireland making their presence felt on the stages. Christopher O’Callaghan continued to demonstrate the impressive pace he’s shown throughout the season, further cemen
🎤Review of The Cork 20 Rally Plus Preview of the Laois Forestry Rally🎤
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast2026 Season, episode 41🎤
This week on the podcast, we catch up with Eddie Doherty and Tom Murphy, fresh from their impressive win on the Cork 20 Rally. They tell us about their season and plans for 2027.
We also chat to Max Freeman about his Cork 20 experience, where he took on the co-driving duties alongside Sam Touzel and his love for the sport.
Plus, we
🎤Remembering Terry Harryman. Bushwhacker Rally Review plus Cork 20 Preview🎤
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2026 Season, episode 40🎤
This week’s episode pays tribute to legendary rallying figure Terry Harryman, who sadly passed away this week, as we chat with Ian Beasant about his remarkable career and legacy.
Fresh from his Bushwhacker Rally victory, co-driver Andy Hayes joins us to discuss his win alongside Josh Moffett and looks ahead to this weekend's Cork
🎤🎤Catch up with Meirion Evans, Aoife Raftery, Jack Brennan, plus we preview the Bushwhacker Rally🎤🎤
🎤 Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, Episode 39 🎤
This week on the podcast, we catch up with Meirion Evans to discuss his 2026 season so far, including his performance on Rali Ceredigion and his progress in the British Rally Championship.
We also chat with Aoife Raftery about her busy year competing in both the American Rally Association Championship and the British Rally Champion
🎤Lakeland Stages & Rali Ceredigion Reviews. Plus Wexford Rally Preview🎤
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 38.🎤
This week on the podcast, we catch up with Paddy McToal, the two-wheel-drive victor on the Lakeland Stages Rally, and Declan Casey, the second-place co-driver in the two-wheel-drive category, as they reflect on their performances in Fermanagh and look ahead to upcoming forestry rounds.
We’re also joined by Andy Hayes, who talks us
🎤Frank Kelly, Jones Motorsport & Lakeland Stages Preview 🎤🚙
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 37🎤
On this week’s episode, Frank Kelly joins us to chat about his recent exploits on Polish Rally Legend, and to look ahead to the upcoming Escort Rally Special in Belgium and the RSC Rallye Wildetaube in Germany.
We’re also joined by New Zealand rallying father-daughter duo Anthony and Zoe Jones, who share stories from their rallyin
Lathi Historic Rally review. Plus a catch-up with a couple of Rally4 crews.
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season episode 36🎤
Marty McCormack & Barney Mitchell share their impressions of the latest round of the European Historic Rally Championship: the Lathi Historic Rally. We also discuss all the latest developments in the Mats Performance BMW M3.
In this episode, we also talk to Ben McFall, Mark McGeehan, Oran England, and Darragh Mullen about the ba
Kalum Graffin on his ERC Campaign to date. Plus R Kings Down Rally Preview
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 35 🎤
On this episode we catch up with rally driver Kalum Graffin to discuss his FIA European Rally Championship season so far. Kalum reflects on his performances and the challenges of competing at ERC level, as well as securing an impressive third overall in the Fiesta Rally3 Trophy competition.
We also turn our attention to the upcomin
Ulster Rally Review. Hear from Eamonn Kelly & Rory Kennedy. Plus Andy Hayes on his unbelievable week
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2026 Season, episode 34🎤
On this episode, we catch up with Ulster Rally Historic winners Eamonn Kelly and then co-driver Rory Kennedy as they each reflect on their successful weekend in Co Antrim and the excitement of driving the fabulous Mats M3 of some of the greatest stages in the country.
We also chat with Andy Hayes, who navigated Josh Moffett to an ext
🎤Monaghan Stages Review & Ulster Rally Preview🎤
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 33🎤
In this episode, we bring you the reaction from an action-packed Monaghan Stages Rally, fresh from the finish line with overall winner Josh Moffett and runner-up Sam Moffett reflect on a thrilling battle as they share their thoughts on the "Monaghan Grand-Prix".
We also dive into the fiercely contested two-wheel-drive category, hearing
🎤Jon Armstrong, catchup. Rallye Lecale Review & Monaghan Stages Preview🎤
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 32🎤
On this episode, we catch up with Jon Armstrong to discuss his World Rally Championship campaign with M-Sport, reflecting on the highs, challenges, and what it's like competing at the very top level of the sport.
We also hear from Jonny Greer after securing an incredible sixth Northern Ireland Rally Championship title, looking back
🎤Matt Edwards talks Rally 2. Plus Preview Rallye Lecale Preview🎤
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 32🎤
In this episode, we’re joined by three-time British Rally Champion Matt Edwards to discuss the current state of Rally2 machinery and its future as the incoming top-tier category in the FIA World Rally Championship. Matt shares his insight into the performance, appeal and challenges of Rally2 cars.
We also catch up with Gavin Campbe
🎤Nicky Grist Stages Review, Catch up with Jason Black & Karl Egan. Plus Stonethrowers Rally News🎤
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast | 2026 Season, episode 31 | 🎤
This week on the podcast, we look back at an action-packed Nicky Grist Rally with the event's overall winners, Jordan Hone and Sion Williams. They join us to reflect on their standout performance and what the win means for the rest of the season.
We also catch up with Jason Black and Karl Egan after a busy weekend behind the whee
🎤Reviews of: Loughgall Rally, Rally Di Roma Capitale & Kerry Mini Stages🎤
Krunching Gears - |The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 30|
This week on the podcast, we catch up with Jonny Greer and Niall Burns following their victory at the Loughgall Rally the latest round of the Northern Rally Championship.
We also catch up on the latest round of the FIA European Rally Championship (Rally di Roma Capitale) with Craig Rahill, Conor Smith, Casey Jay Coleman, and Killian
🎤Donegal Rally Preview🎤💚💛
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 29🎤
On this episode of the Rally Podcast, we look ahead to one of the biggest and most anticipated events on the Irish rally calendar, the Wilton Recycling Donegal International Rally.
We catch up with Josh McErlean and Eoin Treacy, who have been released from their World Rally Championship duties with M-Sport to tackle the famous Doneg
Return of the Pink Panther 🩷🎤
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 28🎤 🩷
On this special episode we celebrate the return of one of the most iconic cars in Irish rallying history, the legendary “Pink Panther” Ford Sierra RS Cosworth that carried James Cullen and Ellen Morgan to victory on the Donegal International in 1991. We speak with Paul Murphy and Declan McBrearty, part of the dedicated team behind
From BTCC to Rally. Plus Toyota Gazoo Racing, Test Team Lead Engineer.
🎤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast 2026 Season, episode 27🎤
This week, we get under the bonnet and take a look behind the scenes of rallying with three special guests who bring unique perspectives from the sport. First we catch up with Colin Turkington, four-time British Touring Car Champion and BMW’s most successful racing driver, following his recent venture into rallying at the Tyrone Sta
Circuit of Munster Review, Cookstown Motor Club Youth Development & Killarney Classic Tour.
🎙️ Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast 2026 Season |Episode 26|
In this episode, we look back at an action-packed Circuit of Munster Rally with Daniel Breslin and Damian Doherty, the leading rear-wheel-drive crew, who chat about their impressive run. We also hear from second-place overall finisher Keelan Grogan, who reflects on a strong result against tough competition. Rally4 winner Oran Engla
Jim Clark Rally Review, Toyota Test thoughts - previews of Circuit of Muster & Tyrone Stages.
Krunching Gears ┃The Rally Podcast 2026 Season┃ Episode 25.
On this week’s podcast we’re joined by the top two finishers from the recent Jim Clark Rally. Winner Max McRae reflects on a standout victory, while Meirion Evans looks back on the challenges of one of the UK’s most iconic events.
We also discuss the recent Toyota Gazoo Racing test session in Donegal with Eamonn Kelly and Rory Kennedy, w
Review of the Carlow Stages Rally
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast [2026 Season] episode 24.
Fresh from their impressive victory at the Carlow Stages Rally, Michael Boyle and Dermot McCafferty join us to break down their winning performance along with Cathan McCourt and Barry McNulty, who secured an excellent second place as they reflect on a hard-fought battle at the front of the field and the pace needed to challenge for vi
What makes WRC Rally de Portugal so Special?
Krunching Gears – The Rally Podcast | 2026 Season - Episode 23
Sean Moriarty joins Kevin and Conor for a deep dive into why Vodafone Rally de Portugal remains one of the most iconic rounds of the World Rally Championship. An experienced automotive journalist and founder of Kerry Motorsport News, Sean shares first-hand insight into the culture, history, and atmosphere surrounding Ra
Rally of the Lakes & Manx National Reviews. Plus Junior ERC & Carlow Rally Previews
Krunching Gears – The Rally Podcast | Season 2026 | Episode 22
This week on Krunching Gears – The Rally Podcast, we recap a dramatic Killarney Rally of the Lakes, with Rob Duggan joining us after clinching victory in the Modified category.
We revisit the Manx Rally, with overall winners Ryan Loughran and Robb Fagg recalling their standout performance and claiming victory on the iconic is
Escort Rally Special
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast 2026 Season, episode 21.
In this episode, we’re joined by Christophe Jacob, one of the organising team and Frank Kelly, MKII Escort hero, to talk about The Escort Rally Special in Chimay, Belgium, on 11th –13th September. A rally that delivers a pure, no-compromise celebration of Ford Escort rallying on fast, technical asphalt. Designed exclusively for Escort
WRC - Season Review to date. Preview of the Rally of the Lakes.
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 20.
Luke Barry, award-winning journalist with DirtFish, joins us to break down the WRC season so far, covering the standout performances, surprise results, and key storylines shaping the championship battle. With expert insight and behind-the-scenes perspective, Luke helps us unpack what’s happening across the WRC.
We also turn our attentio
Review of Moonraker and Sierra Morena Rallies
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 19.
This week’s episode takes a look back at an action-packed Moonraker Forest Rally, where standout performances defined the weekend. We are joined by Andy Hayes (who claimed top honours alongside Josh Moffett) and 3rd placed co-driver Martin Brady (who sat with Mark Donnelly). In the two-wheel-drive battle, Jack Harris emerged victorio
Krunching Gears - Lets talk rallying with Aaron Johnston
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season Episode 18.
Fresh off an extraordinary double victory on two of the toughest rounds in the World Rally Championship, Aaron Johnston returns home to celebrate in style. In this special live episode, recorded in Omagh, we capture an unforgettable evening with Aaron alongside his family, friends, supporters, and sponsors as they reflect on back-to-ba
Rally Croatia & Severn Valley Rally Reviews. Moonraker Rally Preview.
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 17.
Guests this week bring a packed rally roundup and preview. We kick things off with Conor Edwards as we dive into Rally Croatia, breaking down the key moments, standout performances, and what it all means for the championship battle. From high-speed asphalt to dramatic stages, there’s plenty to unpack. Next, we shift focus to the open
Circuit of Ireland Review & Monaghan Stages Preview.
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season Episode 16.
We’re fresh off the stages of the Circuit of Ireland with a full breakdown of all the action.
We’re joined by overall winners David Kelly & Shane Buckley as they talk us through their performance, the key moments of the rally, and what it took to come out on top in their stunning Skoda Fabia RS Rally 2. We also catch up with Barr
Young Guns prepare for the ERC Fiesta Rally3 Trophy
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2026 Season Episode 15
In this episode, we sit down with Craig Rahill, Casey Jay Coleman, Cian Caldwell, and Kalum Graffin to discuss their upcoming campaign in the European Rally Championship Rally3 Trophy, a five-round, M-Sport Poland–run competition kicking off at Rally Sierra Morena in mid-April. Craig and Casey Jay return for their second season in the
Review of North Wales & Birr Rallies, plus preview of Circuit of Ireland.
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2026 Season, episode 14.
This week’s episode features a conversation with North Wales Rally Historic winners Marty McCormack and Barney Mitchell, who reflect on their performance and what it took to secure the victory in their stunning Mats van den Brand-prepared BMW M3.
We also catch up with Shane Quinn following his impressive second-place finish in his Rally
East African Safari Classic Rally Review
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, Episode 14. East African Safari Classic Rally.
In this episode, we talk with Keith McIvor and David Burns following their sensational 5th overall finish at the 2025 East African Safari Classic Rally. They take us behind the wheel of one of the toughest endurance events in motorsport, sharing the highs, challenges, and defining moments of their campaign.
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Reviews of West Cork & Safari Rally Kenya, with Andy Hayes & Allan Harryman.
Welcome to Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast.
In episode 13 of our 2026 season, we bring you the latest and most compelling stories from the rally world.
First, we interview Andy Hayes, the winning co-driver from the West Cork Rally, who shares how he and Josh Moffett achieved their victory. This was the first win for the Toyota Yaris GR Rally 2 on a round of the ITRC.
We also hear from Allan Ha
West Cork Rally Review
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 12.
This week’s episode looks back at the 2026 West Cork Rally with John Dalton and Eurig Davies, the top two-wheel-drive crew in their Darrian, who reflect on their victory and explain why competing in such an iconic car means so much to them.
Frank Kelly joins us to recount how disrupted travel plans turned into an unforgettable Wes
Review Bishopscourt & Costa Brava and preview West Cork Rally.
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 11.
In this episode, we look back at the opening round of the Northern Ireland Rally Championship in Bishopscourt with Jonny Greer and co-driver Niall Burns, who join us to reflect on their winning performance and a strong start to their championship campaign.
We also catch up with Osian Pryce to discuss his outing at Rally Costa Brav
WRC commentator Jon Desborough
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 10.
In this episode, we’re joined by Jon Desborough, the original "voice of rally". Jon is a prominent sports journalist, veteran WRC commentator and author. Jon has spent years immersed in the highs, heartbreaks, and characters that define rallying.
In this episode, he shares insights into his time commentating on the WRC for Channel
Review Fivemiletown & Mayo Rallies plus we preview the Northern Ireland Championship.
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2026 Season, episode 9.
In this episode, we’re joined by Niall McGonigle to reflect on his victory at the Fivemiletown Spring Stages Rally.
We also review the Mayo Stages Rally with overall winner David Kelly, plus the two-wheel-drive victors Brian Lavelle and Jack Kelly.
Finally, we look ahead to the upcoming Northern Ireland Rally Championship season with Cha
M-Sport's season to date we talk with team principal Rich Millener plus Jon Armstrong & Shane Byrne
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 8.
In this episode, we’re joined by Rich Millener, Team Principal of the M-Sport Ford, to discuss the team’s start to the 2026 World Rally Championship season and the challenges and opportunities that have emerged in the opening rounds. We’re also chat to Jon Armstrong and Shane Byrne to reflect on their transition into Rally1 machinery and
We chat with Will Creighton & Liam Regan as they announce their 2026 ERC bid.
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 7.
In this episode, we sit down with William Creighton and Liam Regan to discuss their major announcement for 2026. Backed by the Motorsport Ireland Rally Academy, Creighton will step up to contest a full campaign in the European Rally Championship with Tagai Racing Technology, representing Stellantis Motorsport across the seven-round s
Previews of Fivemiletown & Mayo Stages Rallies
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 6.
In this episode, we look ahead to the Fivemiletown Spring Stages Rally, organised by Omagh Motor Club and forming a round of the NI Gravel Rally Challenge. We’re joined by Clerk of the Course Ronnie McAleer and Deputy Clerk of the Course Lewis Boyd to discuss the event preparations, the stages and what competitors can expect.
We also pre
Yeats Ridge Forestry review plus a preview of the Dacia Sandero Challenge Cup
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 5.
We look back at the opening round of the Irish Forestry Championship, the Yeats Ridge Forestry Rally, with winning co-driver Martin Brady, 2nd placed Keelan Grogan (competing for the first time on gravel in a Rally2 Fiesta), and 3rd placed Jordan Hone, who debuted his Skoda Fabia RS Rally2.
We are joined by Declan O’Keeffe, Carrie Ryan,
Galway Rally review-Callum Devine, plus Tom Murphy & Killian McArdle. Also WRC Monte with Mike Chen
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 4.
In this episode, we look back at the dramatic Corrib Oil Galway Rally with overall winner Callum Devine, who shares his thoughts on the season opener. Galway has definitely set a high bar for the first round of the NAPA Irish Rally Tarmac Championship.
We are also joined by second-placed co-driver Tom Murphy and winning two-wheel-drive c
Gazelles Off-Road Rally Team. Helen & Marcella relive their Dakar adventures.
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 3.
Helen Tait Wright and Marcella Kirk talk to us about their recent exploits on the 2026 Dakar Rally, taking on more than 8,000 kilometres of punishing terrain, extreme temperatures, and relentless navigation challenges, against a field dominated by seasoned international teams, they secured an impressive finish in their class in their spe
2026 WRC Preview we talk to Hayden Paddon, Luke Barry & Jamie Millan on the eve of Monte Carlo Rally
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. Season 2026, Episode 2.
In this episode, we look ahead to an exciting 2026 WRC season with Hyundai driver Hayden Paddon as he makes his return to the World Rally Championship after an eight year absence.
We also hear from award winning motorsport journalist Luke Barry then we speak to Hyundai Chief Engineer Jamie McMillan, each offering their unique insights as
European Historic Rally Championship 2025 Season Review
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. Episode One
The 2026 season kicks off with a celebration of European Historic rallying. In episode one, we turn the spotlight on the FIA European Historic Rally Championship alongside father and son Ernie and Will Graham, Fintan McGrady, Barney Mitchell, Tim Metcalfe, Dean Beckett, and Alan Bolton. Our guests share their experiences of competing on some of Eu
We get a more in-depth talk with the 2026 M-Sport Crews. Wishing all a Very Happy New Year 🎉🎉
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2025 Season, episode 54.
We sit down with Josh McErlean, Eoin Treacy, Jon Armstrong and Shane Byrne following their confirmation as part of the M-Sport World Rally Team’s 2026 WRC line-up. The lads share their initial reactions, discuss what the opportunity means for their careers, and outline the preparation and expectations as they look ahead to the challenge
Craig Rahill & Conor Smith reveal their JWRC 2026 plans. Plus Tom Howard reviews the WRC 2025.
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2025 Season, episode 53.
Craig Rahill and Conor Smith talk to us about their exciting announcement to step up to the Junior World Rally Championship for the 2026 season in a Fiesta Rally3. Craig & Conor’s rookie season in this year’s Junior European Rally Championship saw them finished third overall, voted FIA ERC Rookie of the Year, and also secure the fir
M-Sport 2026 announcement hear from all involved. Plus Aiden Harper, Motorsport Ireland President
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 52.
A special episode this week as M-Sport confirms its driver line-up for the 2026 World Rally Championship. Josh McErlean and Eoin Treacy return to the team following a breakthrough season, underlining M-Sport’s confidence in one of the championship’s most promising partnerships. We also look ahead to an exciting new chapter as Jon Armstr
Krunching Gears - In conversation with Gerry McGarrity, (part two).
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 51.
Part two of ‘In conversation with Gerry McGarrity’.
We continue our deep dive into the career of one of Irish rallying’s most influential figures. In this episode, Gerry reflects on his work with emerging talent and the pivotal role he played in the development of drivers, including Kris Meeke, Garry Jennings, Gareth McHale, Alastair Fi
Krunching Gears - In conversation with Gerry McGarrity, (part one).
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 50.
In conversation with Gerry McGarrity, part one.
Gerry is known for his dedication, skill, and tenacity. Based in Fermanagh, he has spent decades earning respect as a rally driver, a motorsport preparation expert, and a mentor for young talent. Among the many drivers he guided, none felt his influence more strongly than Mark Fisher. Gerr
We Review The Killarney Historic and Roger Albert Clark (RAC) Rallies
Kruncing Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 49.
Winners of the Killarney Historic Rally, Donagh Kelly & Rory Kennedy, join us to talk about their win in the BMW M3 – a poignant victory for Rory, who won the Killarney Rally of the Lakes 35 years ago alongside Bertie Fisher in a similar BMW M3.
Modified winners in Killarney, Colin O’Donoghue & Kieran O’Donoghue chat about their
We review the Roger Albert Clark (RAC) Rally. It again delivered an epic event filled with drama.
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 48.
We look back at the recent Roger Albert Clark (RAC) Rally with Gordon Noble, who finished 2nd overall.
Marty McCormack, Barney Mitchell, and Mats van den Brand chat about their tilt at the 2025 RAC crown in the Mats Performance-built BMW M3.
Allen Treacy, Mark McCaffrey, Richard Hogg and Mark Hanna join us to chat about their exploits o
We review Samsonas Fivemiletown Rally and preview the Towers Hotel Killarney Historic Rally
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 47.
We catch up with Jordan Hone and his co-driving father, Paul, to talk about winning the Brown & Brown NI Forest Rally Challenge.
Shane McGirr & Denver Rafferty tell us about their Fivemiletown Rally exploits and taking the 2-wheel drive win at the event.
We look forward to the Killarney Historic Rally, featuring two stalwarts of
We review the Dacia Sandero Cup, talk to Ben McFall and preview The Fivemiletown Rally.
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 47.
We look back at the Dacia Sandero Cup with Cillian Doherty, Tommy Cuddihy, Leah Doherty, Art McCarrick, Denis Ferry, Trevor Toner and Declan O’Keeffe. For more about the Dacia Cup, visit the website. www.daciasanderochallengecup.com
We catch up with Ben McFall to chat about his year-to-date and his exciting plans for next year.
Ronnie
Donegal Forestry Rally review. Hear from the overall winner, the 2wd winner & a gravel debutante!
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Series, episode 46.
Eamonn Kelly chats to us about stepping into the Skoda Rally2 for the first time and taking his maiden victory on the McCafferty’s Bars Donegal Forestry Rally.
Winner of the 2-wheel drive on the Donegal Forestry, Marty McCormack joins us to talk about the ongoing development of the gravel spec BMW, along with M3 rally preparation wizard
We talk Junior British Rally Championship, Stelantis Cup, Donegal Forestry & Historic Rallying.
Krunching Gears -The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 45.
Kyle McBride & Darragh Mullen join us to talk about their Junior British Rally Championship and Stellantis Cup campaigns.
McCafferty’s Bars Donegal Forestry Rally Clerk of the Course Johnny Baird chats about this year’s event.
Gareth McKay (formerly Waylander Rally Clips) discusses historic rallying, including the Killarney His
Review of Cambrian & Fastnet Rallies. BRC Champions, Cambrian Rally Winner & New Darrian Owner
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 44.
William Creighton & Liam Regan, our 2025 British Rally Champions, join us to chat about their BRC campaign and what winning the championship means to them.
Max McRae talks to us about his maiden BRC win on the Cambrian Rally and his grandfather Jimmy, his biggest fan, who turned 82 last week.
Patrick McHugh tells us about how much h
Review Central European Rally, Hemicuda Rally and preview WRC Saudi Arabia
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 43.
Jamie McMillan, Chief Engineer to Ott Tanak at Hyundai, chats to us about the Central European Rally.
We hear about the recent Hemicuda Rally in Belgium from brothers Dale and Scott Singleton, who made the trip and came away with many positives.
Ronan Comerford joins us to talk about his role as Chief Marshal (Shadow) on the final round
The Dogleap Rally Review, we talk to the top3. Plus what makes The Mull Rally so special.
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2025 Season, episode 42.
Review of the Dogleap Rally with Niall Devine, who took his first win, 2nd placed co-driver Barry McCarney, and Alan Smyth, who finished 3rd on his Rally2 debut.
We talk to Mull Rally's nine-time winner, Callum Duffy, and 2nd place finisher and previous winner, Fergus Barlow, to find out what makes this event so magical, with its combin
Paddy Power -Review of Rally Croatia, ERC Finale & The Chris Kelly Memorial Rally on the Isle of Man
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2025 Season, episode 41.
Jon Armstrong & Shane Byrne, the winning crew, and second-placed Lorcan Moore chat to us about the Croatia Rally, the final round of the 2025 European Rally Championship.
Niall McGonigle joins us to talk about his win on the recent Chris Kelly Memorial Rally on the Isle of Man, his first closed road rally.
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Roy Alcorn, Rally Masters Killarney Review plus Aoife Raftery & Hannah McKillop.
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 40.
Roy Alcorn shares the story of being reunited with LIB 1800, a car with a deep history in rallying and personal significance.
Following Roy's story, we delve into a special Rally Masters review that brings together legends Stephen Murphy, Rory Kennedy, James Cullen, James O’Brien, Denis Ferry, and Dessie Wilson to share their insights a
Bushwhacker Rally - The Omagh Grand Prix - Review. Heroes & Legends on the Loose
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 39.
This episode focuses on the Bushwhacker Rally, featuring Patrick, Stephen, Kevin, and Frank O’Brien discussing their recent victory, making it five wins in five years.
Robbie McGurk and Raymond Hill share their Bushwhacker experiences as they took part in a demonstration run at the head of the field.
Donall Sweeney & Oisin J
Wexford Rally review plus we preview the Gravel Grand Prix - The Bushwhacker
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2025 Season, episode 38.
Michael Boyle & Declan Boyle look back at the Wexford Stages Rally and chat about their maiden victory. Continuing the Wexford theme, Frank Kelly chats to us about competing in the event and discusses the upcoming Rally Legend in San Marino.
Next, we catch up with Paul Barrett to chat about his family’s involvement with the Omagh
Rali Ceredigion Review - The cream rises to the top
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2025 Season, episode 37.
In this episode, we first review Rali Ceredigion with Jon Armstrong and Shane Byrne, who join us to discuss their maiden European Rally Championship (ERC) and British Rally Championship (BRC) wins. In the second part of the podcast, we are joined by Eamonn Kelly—Rally3 winner—along with Kyle McBride and Joe Kelly, to talk about their ba
Lakeland Stages and Clare Rally Reviews
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 36.
Patrick and Stephen O’Brien, the winning crew from the Lakeland Stages, join us, along with 2WD 1st & 2nd drivers Sam Stewart & Paddy McToal.
We also chat to the Clare Stages winner and newly crowned National Champion, Eddie Doherty, along with the Clare Stages 2WD winner, Brian Brady.
Lakeland Stages COC Alan Cullinan & Sinead Canny, PRO for the Clare Rally, preview their rallies.
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 35.
This week, we look ahead to the Lakeland Stages Rally with Alan Cullinan, the CoC, and then we are joined by Sinéad Canny, PRO for the Clare Motor Club, to tell us about the upcoming Clare Stages Rally.
Jason Black & Karl Egan winners from Thomond Mini Stages. Jon Armstrong talks about Barum Rally.
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 34.
We are joined by Jason Black and Karl Egan to discuss Jason's recent victory on the GRP4 Fabrications Thomond Mini Stages Rally. We catch up with Jon Armstrong about his second-place finish on the latest round of the ERC, the Barum Czech Rally Zlín.
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Jason Black & Karl Egan 00:04:05
Jon Armstrong 00:23:19
Barum & Ulster Rallies Review and Rally Masters Preview. Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 season episode 33.
In this episode, we talk to Craig Rahill and Conor Smith about their fantastic Junior ERC win on the ERC Barum Zlin Rally.
Osian Pryce and Andy Hayes joined forces at the weekend to compete in the Ulster Rally, and what a partnership they formed. They took a strong second overall and valuable seat time ahead of Rally Ceredigion.
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Reviews of Rally Finland, Jim Walsh Cork Forestry & Grampian Rallies
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2025 Season Episode 32.
We talk WRC, BRC and Irish Forestry.
Aaron Johnston tells us about his fantastic second overall in Rally Finland alongside Takamoto Katsuta in their Yaris Rally 1.
Irish Forestry Championship latest round, the Jim Walsh Cork Forestry Rally, and there was an epic battle for the win. We interview the two crews who competed for the vi
Wynne Mitchell one of the engineers who worked with Austin Rover on the Metro 6R4
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2025 Season, episode 31.
Wynne Mitchell former Austin Rover Motorsport engineer joins us to chat about the development of the legendary Group B MG Metro 6R4. Wynne played a pivotal role in the development of the 6R4 overseeing testing, chassis development, and implementation of all mechanical systems; working with legends like Tony Pond, Marc Duez, Malcolm W
Eamonn Kelly & Conor Mohan on their Rally Finland Win. Plus Dacia Sandero Challenge Cup insight
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2025 Season, episode 30.
Eamonn Kelly & Conor Mohan join us to talk about their brilliant win Junior WRC on the Secto Rally Finland.
Declan O’Keeffe, Carrie Ryan, Denis Ferry, Elva Roe and Oscar Mangan join us to chat about the Dacia Sandero Challenge Cup a fantastic programme which started earlier this year.
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Eamonn & Conor 00:03
Martin Brady joins us to recall his illustrious motorsport career.
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 29.
Martin Brady joins us to chat about his rallying career. He is an accomplished and highly respected co-driver who recently celebrated his 600th rally start on the recent Sligo Stages Rally.
Rallying has allowed him to travel the world and meet some great people along the way.
