Ray D’Arcy Launches Daily Podcast After RTÉ Exit

Former RTÉ Radio 1 presenter Ray D’Arcy has launched a daily podcast, Ray D’Arcy Daily, following his departure from the national broadcaster last October after 11 years at the station . The 61-year-old is also preparing to release a separate interview podcast, Being Human, next week .

A Familiar Formula

The new daily podcast aims to replicate the format D’Arcy established during his radio career, featuring self-consciously quirky segments, random chats, and rambling monologues . Initial episodes have included discussions on the pronunciation of “marathon,” clips from the late GAA commentator Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh, and the sound effects of a vintage toothpaste advertisement .

Guests and Family Appearances

Guests on the podcast include Mairead Ronan, a former colleague from Today FM, and D’Arcy’s wife, Jenny Kelly . These appearances offer a personal touch, resembling conversations between a married couple in their living room .

New Segments and Challenges

D’Arcy has introduced a segment called “Pin Drop,” where he calls businesses in random locations across Ireland . He acknowledges the challenge of attracting his existing audience to the podcast format and changing their listening habits .

A Operate in Progress

D’Arcy has described the podcast as a “work in progress” and expressed optimism that it will improve over time . He believes he can tap into a more reflective and revealing side of himself, as demonstrated in a recent interview with The Irish Times .

Ray D’Arcy Daily is available on iHeart .