Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis

Robin Stevens has been described as Agatha Christie meets Enid Blyton. She is credited with igniting the mystery book for young readers – Her hugely entertaining series 'Murder Most Unladylike' has sold over 100,000 copies in Ireland ALONE and millions globally. And now she has a brand new series. Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis was delighted to welcome Robin Stevens in to studio for a lovely chat about her brand new series.

Brandon Flowers finally gets an answer! Ireland's favourite Professor Luke O'Neill has a fascinating new book for young curious minds: ‘What Makes Us Human: A Scientist’s Guide to our Amazing Existence’ What do you have in common with the 7.75 billion other people on the planet? Will we ever create superhumans? Why is music so important to human existence? Humans like to peel their clothes off but we have MUCH more in common with bananas than you think! Why are we half banana? Plus, The most important question posed in music - Are we human or are we dancer? Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis spoke to Luke O’Neill and he attempted to answer some big questions in his latest book for curious young adults.

During lockdown Rebs Lightbody turned to baking to destress from the chaos of the world. She got the news she made it into GBBO in the same week she graduated! Rebs told Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast all about her time in the tent, do they get to eat their creations? Has anyone told her she looks like Daphne from Bridgerton?! And how piercing are Paul Hollywood's eyes in the flesh!!? “Paul Hollywood has eyes like a White Walker! They look straight into your soul!” 🤣

David Walliams is one the world's most prolific children's authors. Published in 53 languages and selling over 50 million copies he has inspired imaginations worldwide. From Gangsta Granny, Slime, Code Name Bananas, Billionaire Boy, the World’s Worst series and many more he has published some of the most entertaining children's books ever. In a wide ranging entertaining chat David sat down with Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis to chat about his influences, how to get kids reading, tips for budding writers, his newest book 'Spaceboy' and then answers very cute questions from some of his Irish superfans! (Incluing an interesting writing proposal!)

Clinton Liberty has a fabulous name made for the big screen. He currently plays Linus Dunne in the TV adaptation of Graham Norton's book ‘Holding’ and the Meath Actor has raised much praise for his assured performance alongside a star-studded cast including Oscar-winning Brenda Fricker, Charlene McKenna, Siobhán McSweeney and Conleth Hill. Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast spoke to this fast rising star about his big break and also starring in Disney + blockbuster show Red Election. Plus, can he nail the Canadian accent!!? "ay!" Holding airs on Monday nights at 9pm on Virgin Media One. Catch up is available on the Virgin Media Player.

Ever since he left Love Island in 2018, my next guest has used his growing platform to advocate for better mental health especially in younger people. This led to his appointment as the UK’s ‘Youth Mental Health Ambassador’ He is also a best-selling author, founder of a wellness brand and all this while still working as an emergency A & E Doctor. I chatted to him about his brand new book ‘A Better Day: Your Positive Mental Health Handbook’ a toolkit for kids and teens. In the interview we discuss the topic of suicide and Doctor Alex was personally affected by this when his younger brother Lyr took his own life. If you need to seek help or talk to anyone please contact: Samaritans Ireland on 116 123 samaritans.org Pieta – 1800 247 247 or text HELP to 51444 pieta.ie

Graham Herterich aka 'The Cupcake Bloke' joins Alison live in studio to tell us all about his newest book. From old Irish tales to 4 ingredient recipes, this book covers it all. For the full chat click the play button below.

Lilly Higgins joined us LIVE from Electric Picnic where she is part of the Theatre Of Food. Aisling Bea said of Lilly's new book: “Things to see, eat smell and do I am a long time lover of Lilly Higgins recipes and now all these great home tips and tasty treats in one place. Its like all my favourite bits of instagram but in one handy book"

Nadiya Hussein's life changed forever when she entered and then won the 2015 Great British Bake Off. Since that day Nadiya has presented her own hugely popular cookery shows that include 'Fast Flavours', 'Nadiya Bakes' and 'Nadiya's Time To Eat' plus 'Nadiya's American Adventure' and 'Nadiya's Asian Odyssey' She has also published SEVENTEEN books. She is a busy, busy lady but she took the time out to chat to Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast and talk about how her kids are such teenagers, her love of the humble baked bean, the fabulous new book Nadiya's Everyday Baking and loads more. We heart Nadiya.

Some schools have already gone back but all will be back at some stage this week. So who better to talk us through some top tips on settling our kids back into the classroom and into a routine than Parenting and Early Childhood Education Expert Dr. Mary O’Kane! drmaryokane.ie Alison spoke to her on Weekend Breakfast.