Ramble with Joe McGucken
RTÉThis is Ramble, a podcast where Joe McGucken immerses himself in the crazy world of each guest, capturing on-location interviews with people from the fringes of society, people from weird subcultures, hobbyists, sports people, celebrities and anyone in between. Joe is only interested in hearing a good story. The problem is, Joe is highly unqualified. With zero journalistic credentials and a naive ... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 20 | Founded | 2 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentarySociety & Culture | |||
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This week, Joe takes a Ramble into the grueling world of ultra-running. Joe somehow wrangles an interview with an actual superhuman, Seán Clifford, who is in the middle of a punishing 25-day Challenge to run every single street in Dublin. All 4,402 o... more
In this week's bonus episode, Joe tries to record while a Bon Jovi concert shakes the walls of his studio. After some predictable grumbling about stadium rock and The Weeknd's spelling choices, Joe quickly sets his sights on Electric Picnic. He takes... more
On this week’s Ramble, Joe wanders into Dublin's Museum of Curiosities to speak with the curator Paul about his collection of… weird things.
Joe reflects on his own failed collections, like the fact that he threw away his million dollar Pokémon car... more
Joe is finally back at Ramble HQ after four weeks of filming up in Donegal, and naturally, he immediately fell down a rabbit hole of absolute madness.
In this episode, he dives into the bizarre world of turning absolute historical tragedies into ch... more
In this episode of Ramble On, Joe has somehow convinced himself he is a maritime historian.
This week our intrepid host attempts to connect the dots between modern Inishowen road signs and the origins of Amazing Grace. The Iconic Hymn. What follows... more
This is just a quick update to let listeners know the podcast is taking a short break this week. Normal programming will resume next week with a bonus episode on Tuesday and full regular episode as scheduled on Thursday. Thank you for listening, and ... more
In this bonus episode of Ramble On, recorded straight from the driver's seat, Joe broadcasts from the stunning backdrop of Donegal while on location filming. Taking a quick breather from the trad music echoing from the house, he reflects on a brillia... more
Ever wondered what actually goes on inside Ireland’s underground furry community? Well Joe did. So he sat down with Jay, a chemistry PhD student by day and a yellow furry by night.
Joe tries to make sense of a world he knows absolutely nothing abou... more
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- Excellent
Like ear wigging on comfortable and fascinating conversations between strangers on a train. Framed cleverly by Joe’s life and experiences, the podcast brings things that might seem distant or unbelievable to reality. Helps to open the mind on lots of topics. Nice one, Joe.
Apple Podcasts5CeireS
Ireland2 months ago - Great podcast
Excellent listening, the sound was also brilliant it really helps build the story
Apple Podcasts5RA1992!!Ireland2 months ago - Everything I want in a podcast !!
Can’t describe how much I’m loving the pod Joe. Love the structure of it but also the subject matter is so interesting !! Best of luck and eagerly awaiting episode 3
Apple Podcasts5ADowney21Ireland2 months ago - Brilliant
Well done Joe
Apple Podcasts5Micha23Ireland2 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #9 | Ireland/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #47 | Ireland/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #132 |  South Korea/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #140 |  Brazil/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #157 |  Saudi Arabia/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #182 |  Indonesia/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #232 |  Finland/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #241 |  United Arab Emirates/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #241 |  Poland/Society & Culture/Documentary |
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What is Ramble about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Ramble with Joe McGucken offers on-location interviews that plunge into a wide range of unconventional, boundary-pushing, and real-life stories. Episodes often center on fringe subcultures, performers, activists, athletes, and technology-driven narratives, with a consistent emphasis on human-interest angles, resilience, and the messy realities behind sensational or stigmatized topics. The host leans into curiosity and unpolished storytelling, creating intimate, unguarded conversations that reveal personal journeys, pragmatic hustle, and ethical questions around contemporary culture. A few standout threads include immersive profiles of performers on the margins, prison rehabilitation and policy debates, and provocative technology-driven rela... more
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Recent guests on Ramble include:
1. Mick LaCumbre
2. Leslie Moore
3. Philip Larragy
4. Dominick Skinner
5. John Redmond
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