Mark Mehigan’s Weekly Roast
Comedian Mark Mehigan roasts modern Irish life and pop culture in this weekly podcast. He blends comedy and sincerity with storytelling, stand-up, and viral social roasts. New episodes every Wednesday.
Episodes
Weekly Roast - X Rated Version
If you are a brand, PR or agency considering working with me in the future, please trust that this episode is not an example of the things I find funny. I am merely the vehicle for people to offload their perversion. Usually we give nice people weddings and interview legends xx@mehiganmark on Instagram
Weekly Roast - Reasons you got barred from somewhere
You people really are animals. Send in reccs here: https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Mehigan Meets... A diagnosed Psychopath
One of the more interesting conversations I've had. Really grateful to Loïc for this time. Trying to wrap your head around psychopathy is incredibly tough and at times I found myself taking an almost adversarial position without any reason other than my presumptions about what a psychopath thinks... Or something along those lines. Nevertheless, let us know below if you'd like Loïc to come back on
Weekly Roast - Reasons you left your ex
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Sauce on the Side: THE SPICE + MAJOR NEWS
TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM THIS LINK ON FRI: https://www.paviliontheatre.ie/DM me for any info on December 13th. Please set alarms for 10am on Friday. There will be no extra shows added, this is a once off event. I give you my word. The live roast of Mark Mehigan is only happening once and that is a guarantee. Happy Christmas.ALSO - ANY TIPS REGARDING TODAY'S EP? (FORGIVE THE PUN). What do we think?
Mehigan Meets... Sophie Morris
Probably the most fun we've ever had with a guest. For somebody who takes nutrition very seriously, Sophie is an unbelievably good sport and well able to endure a bit of roasting without taking it to heart. She is an absolute legend. But somehow, doesn't know what a spice bag is! Her new book is available everywhere and part two of her new doc is out next Monday on Rte One at 9:35pm.
Weekly Roast - Worst Customers of all time
That's curtains I think. https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Sauce on the Side: Double life? Double WIFE.
Aside from possessing the title of mid 90s rag you'd find ignored in your local GP'S waiting room, this shocking story was sent into us by a listener last week. More people are leading double lives in Ireland and dating apps have bizarrely made it easier. Although, I would have thought the opposite tbh? Nevertheless.. let us know if you've encountered similar.
Mehigan Meets...Child Trafficking Survivor, Destiny Ayo Vaughan
When Destiny Ayo Vaughan was five years old, she narrowly avoided a forced childhood marriage with a men in his twenties, only to be trafficked into Ireland from Nigeria. She was subsequently abused by her own biological mother before being taken into care. Her story is one of bravery in the face of abject cruelty. Destiny has since created Mind The Gap - a platform for SA survivors to support ea
Roast Mortem - The TD voicenote
I feel fairly strongly about this. Interested to know what you all think. Some of the story has had to be removed in order to protect the identity of the caller and of course, the TD. The voice has been RADICALLY altered to avoid any accent detection. Any comments mentioning particular TDs or friends' identities will be sent into the abyss. Comments on the poo, more than welcome.https://www.instag
Weekly Roast - Reasons you stopped being friends
This week is genuinely doing more for modern day insanity than those videos of people queueing to get into shopping centres on Black Friday. I can't decide which story is my favourite. Either way, all of the madness is forming a major part of the plans we have for December 13th...Any stories? Any suffering? Any roasts? Any thoughts? Hit me up: https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Sauce on the Side: Bumratty Castle
Genuinely not for the faint hearted. And we will say no more than that.
Sauce on the Side: The Galway Van Man voicenote
From farm to table, meat to mouth. It's the story for the man himself. We are extremely grateful to whoever it was that persuaded him to come on. THANK YOU! I wonder should we try to get them on a date? https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Mehigan Meets... British ex-serviceman imprisoned in India
Nick Dunn was hired to accompany private ships on the most treacherous seas and protect them from Somali pirates. He never intended on becoming one of the the Chennai Six: a group of six men jailed in India for a crime they didn't commit. This episode may be triggering for those suffering with PTSD. I urge you to listen to the whole thing to fathom the enormity of Nick's pain and resilience.
Weekly Roast - Rebound Regrets
Look, we've all ran into the arms of the nearest suitor to help quench the belly deep sadness and empty yearning for human connection after a break up. But these ones are particularly perverted.Share the show with a friend and don't forget to click follow for free eps every week!
Sauce on the Side: Lamb of Cod
Fancy a butchers? It's the perfect Meat Cute. I genuinely don't even know what to say about this one. Maybe it's a Dublin thing. Maybe it's a non meat for intercourse thing. I don't know... I just think it's totally insane.
Sauce on the Side: Ed Sheeran & Macklemore
Which of the new theme tunes is your favourite? Give us a shout with any interview requests. We've got some very exciting ones lined up for the Autumn... https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Mehigan Meets... A Private Investigator
Liam A Brady is Ireland's leading professional private investigator. He's been in business for 51 years. He joined us in the studio yesterday with his wife and business partner, Annette. Two nicer people you could not meet. I have to caveat that some of the themes in this episode are very serious and contain details of predatory behaviour which may be triggering for some listeners. Let me know wha
Weekly Roast - Most Awkward Kisses
The secondhand cringe is real. Not to be confused of course, with the first hand cringe, which is also very real. Today is the day we recall some of your greatest most perverse attempts at locking lips whilst regaling some of our own romantic crash outs too. We are truly grateful to Mystery Mick for his unwavering joy and insouciance on the show. https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Mehigan Meets... Katriona O'Sullivan
Katriona O'Sullivan is an inspirational powerhouse and the bestselling author of Poor and Hungry. In this interview, we spoke about recovery, ADHD and self-acceptance.Katriona will be joining us in the Roast Office week, so let us know if you have any questions for round two.https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Sauce on the Side: Road Rage Incident
I wonder should we make this a reoccurring segment where we reunite a listener with a prized possession they lost over the years!? A full episode also may be needed on Road Rage incidents
Mehigan Meets... A 9/11 Survivor
Mikaila Cruz had just arrived into work in the World Trace Center, New York City on the 11th of September, 2001 when the first plane hit Tower One. She talks us through the details of what she witnessed that day and how she manages to live with the trauma. We are incredibly grateful to her for sharing her story with us.
Weekly Roast - Jealous Friends and One-Upmanship
Tenerife, elevenerife seemed too abstract for an episode title. Stay tuned for the news about December 13th. Give me a shout with any Qs. Really looking forward to it. What a year!https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Mehigan Meets... Rob Lipsett
Rob Lipsett is a Youtuber / Fitness Coach and one of the first Irish creators to make over a million swidgoes from the platform. In this chat we covered lots of ground - con artists in the coaching world, the impact of positive thinking, the theory of cringe until it's successful and many other topics. Let us know who you'd like us to chat to next. Check out Rob's Youtube here: https://www.youtube
Mehigan meets... An Irish Swinger
A fascinating insight into the culture and community of swinging in Ireland. Really grateful to 'Maria' for sharing some of her story with us. To be honest, I had never even considered how much of an outlet it must be for people in challenging circumstances. I learnt a lot from our chat. Long live communities that entirely exist to serve and protect their members! Pun unintended, of course. Who w
Roast Mortem - Music Festivals X RATED VERSION
Even rock bottom has a trap door. The things you have all endured at music festivals are quite something. We also welcome the return of the most talked about contributor we've ever had on the show - the woman who had a threesome with her boss and the boss's husband.
The Weekly Roast - Music Festivals
This week Mark explores one of the sacred cows of Irish summer culture - the music festival. Submit your stories directly to Mark here: https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Sauce on the Side: The Catfish Cover Up
In a genuinely bananas turn of events, one of our listeners does some private detective work and uncovers something that thickens the plot even further.
Sauce on the Side - Ireland's Catfish Childminder Part 2
Now what?! Do we try and set up a honeytrap!?
Roast Mortem - Ireland's Catfish Childminder
AKA Mary Sloppins. Aka Nanny McPhraud. I genuinely have no words. Please get in touch with us if you have encountered this person on your search for childcare. It would appear she is most active on Facebook groups in the Dublin region. https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
The Weekly Roast - Crazy Crèche Stories
From the child who told the entire nursery she had seen her mother's 'beard on her bum' to the kids getting fed by the local Chinese - there is no end to the childhood absurdity in today's show.https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Sauce on the Side: "My Daughter was taken from her Crèche"
In June 2026, Jody Riley was contacted by her daughter's Créche to say that another child's grandad had 'accidentally' taken her daughter from the nursery. They said that once he realised his mistake he came back with the child. However, since then, Jody has been fighting relentlessly to find out who this person was and why the nursery seem to be protecting his identity.This is absolutely mental.
Mark Mehigan Meets... Amanda Knox.
Mark travels to Edinburgh to meet Amanda Knox. They discuss Amanda's time in prison, the Netflix documentary, coping with trauma, her performances at the Fringe, meditation and stoicism. Let us know if you'd like more episodes similar to this. Click subscribe/follow to get free pods in your feed every week. Follow Mark on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
E.123 The Roast of Community Whatsapp Groups Part 1
Tensions are high in the Roast Office as we record the first instalment of the community Whatsapp roast. Mark is devastatingly preoccupied with the Amanda Knox interview.
Sauce on the Side: Mark's Baby Brand & Rosie's Christening
Mark discusses the baby clothing company he is building with Dr Afif El Khuffash. Himself and Michael also express their newfound appreciation for the sacrament of Baptism, after Mark's daughter's Christening.
Roast Mortem - "I was wrongly charged with killing my Mum"
In July of 2023, Rachel Waters was wrongfully accused of killing her own Mother. As her primary caregiver and the person who administered morphine from a hospice provided 'comfort care pack' in her final hours, Rachel was subsequently charged with murder in 2025. This is a terrifying story of injustice and grief. What happened to Rachel will never be forgotten but what she is doing now to prevent
E.122 The Roast of your friends' annoying kids
Share an ep with a friend so your good deed for the week is done! Get involved in the roasts here. https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Sauce on the Side: Is your Aunt's Husband your Uncle?
In what can only be described as a galactic leap forward for modern day intellectualism, today we are discussing whether or not your husband/wife's nieces and nephews are also your nieces and nephews. I know, it's giving Yuval Noah Harari vibes.
Sauce on the Side: Mayo for Sam Featuring Alan Clarke
Today we are talking to one of the few media personalities in Ireland with an actual personality - Mr Alan Clarke. Discussing the historic win by Mayo, the perception of nepotism in the GAA, Ireland's mistrust of influencers and lots of other things. I think we might have to start a monthly special with Alan called "The Culchie Wars" where he roasts Dublin and vice versa. What do you think!?https:
Roast Mortem - Man does Hyrox. Ends up in Coma.
By the title of the episode, you'd think it was about Mark. But no, today we're chatting to Keenan Acton. An inspiring young man who fell into a coma after competing in his first ever Hyrox event. We discuss overtraining, the culture of self betterment and the perspective shifts experienced after a life changing event. No matter what your story, I think you'll take something from this. His attitud
E.121 Ireland's biggest workplace scandals
Would you work in any of these places? I feel like the scamming couple require a deep dive. Any questions: https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Sauce on the Side: Mánager Trois - The Finale
Are we making the documentary?
Sauce on the Side: Ménage a Trois - The Interview!
Finally, straight from the horses mouth. Our caller answers your questions in what can only be described as GRAPHIC detail. https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Sauce on the Side: Mánager a Trois
Part two of the most outrageous workplace romance story we have ever heard. Let us know your theories!
E. 120 Nights that have given you THE FEAR
Not be confused with things you are afraid of. For example, sharks. Nevertheless, click follow to receive all these eps in your RSS feed every week. More roasts on Insta too! https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Sauce on the Side: "I had a threesome with my boss and her husband"
This should be on Netflix. Click follow on the pod to make sure you get part two.
E.119 The Roast of Boastful Parents
2am in Spain. Nearly 40 degrees. The filter was well and truly non existent with this one.
Sauce on the Side: Solo Parenting in Spain
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Sauce on the Side: Top Four Irish Funerals
A classic countdown of the top four most insane moments you've witnessed at funerals around the country. If you have any advice on the tagline, future eps or anything at all - drop Mark a line: https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Roast Mortem - A Place in the Son Part 2
Well, who's up for it?!
E.118 The Roast of Incidents at Mass
Are we getting the highlights in the hair or not
Sauce on the Side: Car Rental Scams
Only in Spain a few hours and Mark has already gotten burnt. But not by the sun. Am I right?! Nevertheless, get involved in the roasts here: https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Sauce on the Side: Viral British Nana, Rachael Rodgers
An honour to speak to Rachael this morning. I think after listening you will agree that this is a person who deserves ALL the flowers. Let us know what you think! Also, here's her TT. Let's get her to 10K. https://www.tiktok.com/@rachaelrogers11
The Roast Mortem - A Place in the Son
A new investigation is launched as Mark receives word from two separate listeners about having one night stands with the son of an Airbnb Host in Lisbon. If you've done the same, please get in touch so we can verify if it's the same property! https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=enDo your good deed of th day and share the show with one friend :)
E. 117 The Roast of Holiday Weirdos
Essentially a catalogue of some of your more sordid sexual encounters, overseas.This one has it all. Mark also admits the one experience he has always been deprived of as a man. https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Sauce on the Side: The Irish Taylor Swift Society
Really interesting chat with Meabh, who is the head of the Irish Taylor Swift Society. Check her out in the upcoming musical 'Delicate' which features the music of Taylor Swift.Let us know if there is another fandom you'd like us to look into!
Sauce on the Side: The Ozemprick Finale
Our caller from earlier in the week has confronted her SIL. Her husband has been in touch with us - with the approval of us wife! - and this is what he had to say. Thanks again to Dr Tara Logan Buckley for joining us to discuss the complexities around weight related stigma and shame in Ireland. I am firmly team wife and in my honest opinion the SIL has gotten off lightly. Please tell me if you thi
Roast Mortem - Shark Prank Call
It's here. It's happening. It's been done. As a thank you for getting me to 100K followers on Instagram, I've finally taken the bait and pranked the man who has a fear of sharks. Thank you all for the support. The success of the show is entirely down to you. Just make sure to share this ep with a friend so Rosie can go to school. MUCH LOVE.
E. 116 The Roast of your Loon Siblings
Are on board for Sugar Tots or not?
Sauce on the Side: My SIL revealed I am on Ozempic
We are genuinely on the fence. Are they both a bit wrong?
Sauce on the Side: Heatwave Horniness & Prank Calls
By popular demand - we hear from the legendary Luas Lady about her escapades during the last Heatwave. And after that, by unpopular demand, we attempt some more prank calls.If you want me to prank a loved one, shoot me a DM here: https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Granny Theft Auto 3: Ex Wife's Voice note (Featuring psychotherapist analysis)
Perhaps the most interesting episode we've had to date. Really grateful to Helen Vaughan from The Coast Counselling for joining us to provide her expert analysis. You can contact Helen here: https://thecoastcounselling.ie/about-us/Would you like more experts joining the madness every now and then? I love opening up the doors of the roast office to other people and think we should maybe do it more
E.115 The Roast of your Mothers in Law
I'm looking to hire someone to join the Roast Office on a part time basis. Must be social media savvy and content minded. Creativity and ideas far more important than formal experience. Payment will be in money not exposure. Age/location irrelevant. Drop me a line if interested: https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Sauce on the side: My MIL tried to poison me
What do you think? Real or Fake? What would you have done? Let us know below.Get involved in the roasts: https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=enClick follow for more pods every week, wherever you are listening now!
Sauce on the side: Michael Gets Fired :(
A genuinely very tough listen, but at least we know he's loyal to the cause. One of the most believable pranks I've ever heard in my life.
Granny Theft Auto 2: Voice Note from the Wife
In a sizzling follow up to yesterday's Roast Mortem, we have received a voice note from the wife in relation to her relations. Be gentle in the comments! As hard as it might be...
Roast Mortem - Granny Theft Auto
A listener got in touch with us over the weekend with a message to say that her MIL has offered 5,000 euro towards her grandson's education as a Birthday present - on the condition she gets to choose the school. I foolishly assumed everybody would be on the side of the wife but it seems many of you are supporters of the MIL. Have a listen and let us know which team you are! https://www.instagram.c
E.114 Sending The Text To The Wrong Person & Mystery Mick returns
Predictably, Mark roasts Michael's wedding and thus the two lads dig deep into the annals of your own embarrassing memories and revisit the worst times you sent texts to the wrong person. Who's in for the listening party? https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
The Weekly Roast Recommends: GoLoud Sleep Sounds
Alright guys, Mark here taking a break from the roasting of modern life, with an urgent recommendation: We need to address a massive, universal crisis that is currently destroying our collective sanity...our completely broken sleep schedules. Let’s be honest, if you find it difficult nodding off at night, or if you spend your 3:00 AM hours staring blankly at the ceiling overanalyzing a text messag
Roast Mortem - Mark's Guide to Ibiza
72 Hours in Ibiza and these are the answers to all of your questions re Ibiza - accommodation, flying, sobriety and suitability for families etc. If you want a full list of restaurants/bars and beaches - just DM me on Insta @mehiganmark
Family Whatsapp Drama (Feat Aoife)
This one is not for the faint hearted. https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
The Roast Mortem - Doing Weddings Sober
Considering it's the last EVER mention of Weddings on the show, we thought we would do an off the cuff episode with Michael as he prepares for his own nuptials in Portugal tomorrow. We talk through doing weddings sober and the pitfalls of meeting up with your ex the night before!
The Leaving Cert Special (Feat Calvin from Talking Bollox)
This week Mark is joined by the inimitable Calvin O'Brien and Ed Smith to dissect some of your more colourful experiences in examination halls around Ireland. Send in your stories and suggestions here: https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Roast Mortem - Surprising Bride WIth Free Wedding
What a wonderfully wholesome way to end our wedding saga. We truly hope you've enjoyed it. https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en
Your Mum's Most Annoying Friend
It's time to revisit one of the onstage howlers Mark had during the House of Loon's tour before getting stuck into the weirdest and least wonderful things you've ever encountered with that one annoying friend of your Mum/Mam/Mom/Ma etc.
LiveLoon: The Bride Is Back
So it would appear our Bride up North isn't happy about the wedding fund. She believes it's the 'exact same' thing as her asking for a car in advance of her wedding. Have a listen and let me know what you think of her response. I've exhausted all avenues of trying to find common ground, I think. I truly believe we have completely run out of road when it comes to reasoning or rationale. Thanks for
Roast Mortem - BRIDE FAKES DEATH
Just when you thought the couple from up North were the most 'interesting' couple getting married this year. Today we've enlisted the help of one of Ireland's most foremost experts on all things wedding culture - from costs to chaos - Sara Kennedy. This is the most insane story I have ever heard. Genuinely. And we hear a lot around here.Get involved in the roasts: https://www.instagram.com/mehigan
BAD BRIDESMAIDS AND THE WEEKLY ROAST WEDDING FUND
If you or somebody you know is getting married in 2026/2027, send them this episode. We are hoping to make the dreams of a new couple come true. Make sure you are following the podcast here and Mark on instagram. And remember, donate yourself! If everybody listening today donated 3 euro, we would literally have 150K by the end of the day! Let's try and reach 5K though!Wedding Fund: https://gofund.
Roast Mortem - Bride and Prejudice. (Guest's voice note).
The final instalment of Wedetha Christy is upon us. To conclude, we hear from a member of the Hen Whatsapp group. All voices have been altered as requested. Let us know below if you are still Team Mark or perhaps you've had a change of mind. Also - should we make the dreams come true for a random wedding couple? Join the loons on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark/?hl=en Last six tickets
E. 110 RIDICULOUS First Holy Communions
In a momentary leap away from the madness of matrimony, we take a look at the culture of Ireland's most prominent milestones - the first holy communion. Let us know what you want roasted next! https://www.instagram.com/mehiganmark
