The Two Johnnies could be part of Irish life for the foreseeable future

The Two Johnnies from Cahir Co Tipperary pictured at Cahir Castle Photo john d kelly?

The simple answer is they are the Cahir duo of Johnny O’Brien and Johnny McMahon and they have gone from local fame in south Tipperary to nationwide stardom thanks to a hit podcast, sell-out live appearances and a 2FM radio show.

But before global domination Irish-style, they are back for a second season of The Two Johnnies Do America (RTÉ 2, 9.30pm).

In the case of O’Brien and McMahon, most of the driving is at a motorbike convention near Austin, Texas.

“If you had a kid, your daughter would have to be called Verity or Jewellery,” says McMahon as they drive through Texas and reflect on the difference between Irish and American names.

In the Two Johnnies Do America O’Brien and McMahon have the self-awareness to step outside their lads-from-Tipp brand and explore the United States without a Cahir in the world