Dublin comedy creators Ross McCarney and Ryan Carrick are bringing their viral Joe.ie sketches to an RTÉ television show currently in production, thejournal.ie reported.
McCarney and Carrick built a large following by strolling down South Great George’s Street in Dublin city centre and filming satirical sketches that frequently catch the attention of young passersby. Their output includes a tongue-in-cheek sunburn competition that drew coverage from a Spanish broadcaster, illustrating the borderless reach of digital platforms. McCarney has worked at Joe.ie for just over two years, operating on a standard Monday-to-Friday schedule that breaks from the traditional freelance comedian model.
Ross McCarney Prepares For Whelan’s Live Performance
McCarney is preparing to host Beavertown Soundtrack Stories at Whelan’s alongside comedian Meg Reilly. The 7 October event functions as a live storytelling night with the atmosphere of a local pub, featuring live performances from Cork band Cardinals and hip-hop artist Chameleon. Attendees are invited to share their own stories, backed by the Beavertown House Band. McCarney’s colleague Ryan Carrick is also expanding into live work with a headline show scheduled at The Sugar Club.
The daily production routine at Joe.ie relies on a quick turnaround. The creative team meets every morning to pitch ideas based on current news headlines, such as a sketch about commuters swapping traditional transport for children’s push cars during rising fuel costs. McCarney notes that the collaborative environment drives the channel’s rapid output, which taps into the immediate ways people consume media on their phones.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Joe.ie Comedy Team
When is Ross McCarney hosting Beavertown Soundtrack Stories at Whelan’s?
The storytelling event takes place on 7 October at Whelan’s in Dublin, featuring comedian Meg Reilly alongside live music from Cardinals and Chameleon.
What traditional jobs did Ross McCarney work before joining Joe.ie?
Before his current role, McCarney worked normal jobs including a stint at Arnotts department store and behind-the-scenes video work for Virgin Media TV.
Where else can fans see the Joe.ie comedy creators live?
Ryan Carrick has announced his first headline comedy show at The Sugar Club in Dublin, marking another live expansion outside of their digital sketches.
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