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Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast

Kevin Glendinning
Rallying
WRC
Donegal Rally
Irish Rallying
Ireland
Motorsport
Irish Tarmac Championship
ERC
World Rally Championship
Northern Ireland Championship
Rally Driving
Rally 2
Historic Rallying
M-Sport
Killarney Historic Rally
Motorsport Ireland
British Rally Championship
Donegal
Hyundai
Circuit Of Ireland

Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast is an Irish based podcast. We interview guests from the world of rallying, promoting local rally talent and bringing you a wide range of Irish and International rally news. Follow on Facebook & X @KrunchingGears

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Latest Episodes

šŸŽ¤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 28šŸŽ¤ 🩷

On this special episode we celebrate the return of one of the most iconic cars in Irish rallying history, the legendary ā€œPink Pantherā€ Ford Sierra RS Cosworth that carried James Cul... more

šŸŽ¤Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast 2026 Season, episode 27šŸŽ¤

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 Tur... more

šŸŽ™ļø 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 ru... more

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Krunching Gears ā”ƒThe Rally Podcast 2026 Seasonā”ƒĀ 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 challeng... more

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Daniel Breslin
Two-wheel-drive rally driver
Two-wheel-drive competing team
Episode: Circuit of Munster Review, Cookstown Motor Club Youth Development & Killarney Classic Tour.
Damian Doherty
Two-wheel-drive rally driver
Two-wheel-drive competing team
Episode: Circuit of Munster Review, Cookstown Motor Club Youth Development & Killarney Classic Tour.
Oran England
Rally driver in Rally 4
National rounds competitor
Episode: Circuit of Munster Review, Cookstown Motor Club Youth Development & Killarney Classic Tour.
Reanna Gillis
Young member of Cookstown Motor Club
Cookstown Motor Club organizing committee
Episode: Circuit of Munster Review, Cookstown Motor Club Youth Development & Killarney Classic Tour.
Erin McKenna
Young member of Cookstown Motor Club
Cookstown Motor Club organizing committee
Episode: Circuit of Munster Review, Cookstown Motor Club Youth Development & Killarney Classic Tour.
Mike Marshall
Organizer behind Keelan Classic Tour
Keelan Classic Tour
Episode: Circuit of Munster Review, Cookstown Motor Club Youth Development & Killarney Classic Tour.
Ryan Loughran
Team owner/navigator, guest on episode
Episode: Rally of the Lakes & Manx National Reviews. Plus Junior ERC & Carlow Rally Previews
Christophe Jacob
Driving force behind Escort Rally Special
Escort Rally Special / Belgium
Episode: Escort Rally Special
Wal Creighton
Driver, ERC participant and Citroƫn debut
Episode: Review of Moonraker and Sierra Morena Rallies

Hosts

Kevin
Host of Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast (longstanding host role across episodes)
Connor
Host of Krunching Gears – The Rally Podcast (co-host in several segments)

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 138 ratings
  • Good craic

    Keep up the good work: some great characters on the podcasts šŸ‘ Some of the stories, passion and commitment to the cause help the rest of us rally addicts feel we are not the only ones suffering šŸ¤£šŸ‘ Thanks for your efforts Kevin

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mactavishrally
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • A Super rallying podcast

    Kevin has produced some amazing interviews with Irish rally legends. They are all worth a listen. Enjoy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rally Fan NI
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Fantastic!

    Just listened to 1st of 3 part interview with Andrew Nesbitt- I laughed, cried, and every inbetween- outstanding!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    super trucker Ash
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Fantastic

    Love listening to the podcast here in Australia great work!

    The Andrew Nesbit episodes are some of the best listening on any podcast he should have his own movie!šŸ˜‚

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Baz385
    Australia6 years ago

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Guests and stories are consistently engaging for fans of Irish rallying and international scenes.
Australian listeners especially note the high-quality interviews with notable Irish rally figures.
Listeners praise deep-dive interviews with rally legends and a warm, community-focused vibe.
The show is celebrated for storytelling that blends nostalgia with current industry insights.

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#59
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#103
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Apple Podcasts
#147
Australia/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#15
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#30
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#37
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Review Central European Rally, Hemicuda Rally and preview WRC Saudi Arabia
Q: How do teams prepare for a completely new rally environment, like Saudi Arabia?
Teams need to adapt to new conditions, focusing on reliability and preparing for specific challenges that come with unknown terrain, while also learning from previous rally data.
Bushwhacker Rally - The Omagh Grand Prix - Review. Heroes & Legends on the Loose
Q: How was the experience of driving in night stages?
The night stages heightened the intensity and excitement, creating a unique rally atmosphere filled with energy and anticipation.
Bushwhacker Rally - The Omagh Grand Prix - Review. Heroes & Legends on the Loose
Q: What are your thoughts on the two-wheel drive competition this year?
The competition was fierce, with everyone pushing hard and demonstrating incredible skill, making it difficult to determine the winner until the last stages.
Bushwhacker Rally - The Omagh Grand Prix - Review. Heroes & Legends on the Loose
Q: Can you describe what it was like to participate in the demonstration run?
Participants felt a mix of excitement and nostalgia, reliving their glory days while connecting with the audience.
Bushwhacker Rally - The Omagh Grand Prix - Review. Heroes & Legends on the Loose
Q: What makes the Bushwhacker Rally so special?
The rally's unique history, community involvement, and the efforts of the Omo Motor Club to continually raise the event's profile make it special.

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What is Krunching Gears about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two core hosts, both deeply embedded in the Irish rally scene, guide a show that blends interviews with drivers, navigators, event organizers, and industry insiders. Episodes emphasize Irish rally news, race results, talent development, event organization, and the broader European rally ecosystem, often weaving in behind-the-scenes storytelling, car setup insights, and community impact. Notable strengths include a lively, veteran-led approach, a strong focus on local talent and heritage, and a clear knack for translating technical rally talk into accessible, story-driven conversations. Potential listeners and prospective guests can expect a culture that celebrates the sport's community, progression pathways, and international competition wh... more

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1. Daniel Breslin
2. Damian Doherty
3. Oran England
4. Reanna Gillis
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7. Ryan Loughran
8. Christophe Jacob

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