Blackmilkshake Comedy Pubcast

Talking Istanbullocks Comedy Pubcast* is not just any podcast; it's a comedy-variety show live from an Istanbul pub in a package that seamlessly weaves satire and toilet humour into a feel-good weekly podcast tailored for the over-40s. Join the 'Odd Couple' comedy-writer, Jorma and Irish DJ, Ray Mac and pour yourself a virtual pint and join us for a craic-infused ride through 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 four cats: D'artagnan, Gregory, Belinda 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.