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Comedy
Improv
Ghosts
Ireland
Role-Playing
Eurovision
Irish Language
Dublin Bus
Michael D. Higgins
Public Transportation
Adult Entertainment
Vampires
Fitness
Cricket
Politics
Music
Wee Willy Whimsy
Brendan Gleeson
Wokeness
2025

Comedy. Improv. Chance. Parody. Impressions. Accents (the ones we're allowed to do, not the offensive ones). Characters. Friendship. Audio. Video? No, mostly audio. Roles. Rolls. Play.

This is Roll Play, by Ryan Carrick and Simon Hennessy.

We take your role ideas and (dice) roll them into some serious play so send them to:

IG: @therollplaypod

Email: therollplaypod@gmail.com

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Latest Episodes

Ryan and Simon Ryan's whimsical approach to time management, London, and the Dubs. Simon interviews Noel Helmet, a man against the e-scooter ban. Ryan interviews Hal F'timeshow, organiser of the World Cup final halftime show. Then two rival voice act... more

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Ryan and Simon discuss Amble and the Galway Film Fleadh. Ryan interviews Aenuys Targaryen, Berlin cousin of the Westeros family. Simon interviews Paddly Pool, a man unhappy with the hosepipe ban. Then the Bear accidentally goes to the Big Blue Gaff. more

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It's Simon's birthday (not 24th but thereabouts), which Ryan and Simon discuss. Simon interviews Gianni Infantino, head of FIFA. Ryan interviews Bertha Day, girl who posts her friends birthdays on Instagram. Then we explore Leitrim, it's geography, h... more

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It's a second Friday/Flyday/The Fly special! Ryan and Simon discuss Ryan's trips to New York, mainly his rooming situation. Ryan interviews Ron Trepreneur, an entrepreneur. Simon interviews Eileent Over, a boy who fell in class. Then F1 driver Luas H... more

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Recent Guests

Adam from Bumble
Viral content creator known for date prep videos on Bumble
Bumble
Episode: Adam from Bumble, DJ LostMary, and the Louvre/Loo
DJ LostMary
Retired cricketer turned philanthropist known for his unique fundraising techniques
Episode: Adam from Bumble, DJ LostMary, and the Louvre/Loo
Casper O'Nama
A ghost living in a haunted housing estate
Ghost estate resident
Episode: Casper O'Nama, Count Jackedula, and the Haunted Cousins
Count Jackedula
A vampire who has transformed into a muscular figure through fitness
Fitness enthusiast and vampire
Episode: Casper O'Nama, Count Jackedula, and the Haunted Cousins
Brendan Gleeson
American tourist who humorously shares culture shocks during his visit to Ireland.
Episode: Wee Willy Whimsy, Brendan Gleeson/Greg Suarez, and Cheeseburgers and Geesburgers: Ireland's Horniest Meat Emporium
Gus Depot
A fictional character representing the creator of Dublin Bus
Dublin Bus
Episode: Gus Depot, Michael Gee Friggins, and the Old Wokes Home
Michael Gee Friggins
A character parodying Michael D. Higgins, an adult entertainer
Episode: Gus Depot, Michael Gee Friggins, and the Old Wokes Home
Gale Force
Fictional weatherman and political activist
Episode: Bfthjørgb, Gale Force, and the Singing Priests

Hosts

Ryan Carrick
Co-host of Roll Play; appears in most episodes; known for hosting and performing in sketches.
Simon Hennessy
Co-host of Roll Play; central to improvised banter and character-based humor.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#209
United Kingdom/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#149
Australia/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#43
Ireland/Comedy/Improv

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Frequently Asked Questions About Roll Play

What is Roll Play about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Roll Play combines sharp, self-aware banter with improvised sketches and character-driven bits anchored by two Irish hosts. Episodes frequently feature guests—ranging from real-world public figures to fictional personas—who contribute humorous anecdotes, parodic interviews, and outlandish scenarios. The show often leans into relationship banter, pop culture parodies, and playful social critique, delivered in a fast-paced, improv-heavy format that rewards quick wit and character work. Notable standouts include Halloween-themed sketches with supernatural characters, spoof discussions of public transport and politics, and lampooning of celebrity and political figures, all infused with a distinctly irreverent sense of humor. Potential listeners... more

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1. Young Hot Guys
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Roll Play launched 10 months ago and published 41 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Roll Play include:

1. Adam from Bumble
2. DJ LostMary
3. Casper O'Nama
4. Count Jackedula
5. Brendan Gleeson
6. Gus Depot
7. Michael Gee Friggins
8. Gale Force

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