Talking Istanbullocks Comedy Pubcast

A comedy-variety podcast live from an Istanbul pub, offering a craic-infused ride through comedy and culture.


Talking Istanbullocks* is a feel-good podcast with satire and toilet humour, aimed at the over 40's and is hosted by comedy writer and producer Jorma and DJ Ray Mac


Pour yourself a virtual pint and we'll ride you sideways with comedy, culture, and unexpected hilarity.


Good skills!


  • from June 2022 - December 2023 Blackmilkshake Comedy Pubcast

Jorma Kirkko

Jorma is in his fourth decade of broadcasting and comedy writing. He has lived in several different countries before moving to Turkey and is a published author under the pen name of James R. Kirk. He is married and spends his year between Turkey, Greece and Scotland. He's a keen cook and swimmer and has three cats: D'artagnan, Gregory, and Caroline.

Ray Mac

Ray was born in Co. Mayo, Ireland and was a heavy promoter of the club scene in Ballina in the late 80s and 90s before being recruited by Louis Walsh in Dublin to back up acts such as Van Morrison, Jerry Lee Lewis and many many more. He moved to Turkey in the late 90's playing the coastal resorts before moving north and is now a regular microphone presence in central Istanbul. He is married and has a son. His passions include: music, football and hairdryer maintenance.

Additional contact information

Contact us to send in contributions or feedback at talkingistanbullocks@gmail.com