About this season
Republic of Telly is a TV review and magazine programme on Irish public broadcaster, RTÉ Two. Presented by comedian Kevin McGahern, the programme is intended as a satirical examination at television, mocking various Irish and British TV channels, including sketches and special guests making an appearance from the shows. An added feature of the show is its correspondents Jennifer Maguire and Bernard O'Shea. Maguire conducts vox pops and celebrity interviews, whereas O'Shea conducts "live on the spot reports". Series two also introduced comedians The Rubberbandits as reporters, bizarre weathermen and agony aunts. The series has contributed to the chart success of The Rubberbandits single "Horse Outside", as well as "Everybody's Drinkin'" and "Big Box Little Box" by Damo and Ivor.
Episodes (5)
1. Episode 1
Aired 1 January 2014 • 30 min
4. Episode 4
Aired 18 November 2013 • 30 min
The Republic of Telly gang debut 'Ireland: The Musical' and Jen goes on 'Undercover Boss'.
7. Episode 7
Aired 9 December 2013 • 30 min
The gang reveal some truths about Christmas in Ireland.
8. Episode 8
Aired 16 December 2013 • 30 min
Indie band Slave Baby fund their upcoming album by opening a festival-themed pop-up restaurant.
9. Episode 9
Aired 23 December 2013 • 30 min
A festive edition of the topical comedy show, featuring the Rubberbandits, the Viper and the Republic of Telly Orchestra. With Kevin McGahern, Jennifer Maguire and Bernard O'Shea.