Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis

Glenda Gilson, former model and Xposé presenter has a very different life now. She was once jetting off up to three times a week doing crazy work hours going from fashion shoots to famous shouts. Now, she is doing Zoom interviews in the car after being chased by a small fella wielding a tin-whistle and blowing it so hard she had to run out of the house! Glenda chats about how Motherhood has brought so much happiness, hard-work and also chickenpox! She is also very close to Dublin Simon Community and told Weekend Breakfast all about their Longest Day Steps Challenge - find out more here: dubsimon.ie

Katherine Ryan is one of the world's best and most accomplished Stand-Ups. She is also an Actor, writer, TV presenter and panelist and has managed to let her talent shine in an impossibly competitive industry. Her new show on Prime Video called 'Backstage With Katherine Ryan' is a fascinating concept. Katherine Ryan combines her stand-up routine with all the behind-the-scenes gossip, as she invites a host of seriously top comedy stars to perform and hang out backstage with her at London’s Roundhouse theatre. Alison Curtis caught up with Katherine this week on Zoom and they started with a chat about Katherine's recent trip to Mayfield in Cork.

How would you fancy re-sitting junior cert maths? Now, imagine sitting it at 11 years old. Cara Darmody is doing just that all in aid of helping those with autism and their families. But she hasn't stopped there. She's set to meet the Tánaiste next Thursday to discuss the changes she would like to see made. If you'd like to support Cara on her mission you can donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/caras-extraordinary-maths-challenge [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/22113615/Cara-autism-ireland.mp3"][/audio] Hit play to catch the full chat and join Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast. Saturdays from 8am and Sundays from 9am!  

How do you fancy saving a few quid on your food bills? This week Alison was joined by online sensation Ruth Whelan AKA 'Mrs Hawkins House' to discuss just that! Ruth tells Alison her top saving tips and how you can make 28 meals a week for just over 15eur a head. Sounds like a bargain to us. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/21114303/Mrs-Hawkins-Podcast.mp3"][/audio] Hit play to catch the full chat and join Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast. Saturdays from 8am and Sundays from 9am!

Lili  is one of Irelands top photographers and foodie instagrammers @liliforberg She has reached unimaginable success for something that was once a hobby. After much support from fans and friends and after two years she has released a new book (see below) it is currently No. 1 in Ireland! The book includes fuss free recipes for busy families, that mean you don’t have to source specialist ingredients. They are tried and tested by her own family. Weekend breakfast loves her and Alison chats to Lili about her unexpected success and absolute love of simple fuss free cooking plus her fab son Leon who is her mini assistant: [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/30132043/LILI-FORBERG-.mp3"][/audio]     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Lili Forberg (@liliforberg)  

Lucy Hawking is a science educator, journalist, documentary maker, campaigner and author. The series of children's books she wrote with her Dad Stephen, ‘George’s Secret Key to the Universe’ was a global hit. Over 400,000 books worldwide translated into 38 languages. Now, she releases a brand new book called ‘Princess Olivia Investigates: The Wrong Weather’ Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast chatted to Lucy about her inspirational and iconic father Stephen and why she continues to campaign for science to a younger audience. And what does spaghetti have to do with a black hole?? Lucy also had a fascinating Ted Talk on Science and Storytelling:

People around the country have definitely started booking off holiday time and many might not exactly know where to go! Travel restrictions are easing. The industry is really bouncing back, outpacing predictions. This has caused some problems too!! See Dublin Airport delays, hospitality staffing issues, price pressures in peak season. However, the need to get a holiday tops everything. Home or abroad. And guess what? We're worth it! (thanks L'Oreal) Irish Independent Travel Editor, Pol O’Conghaile has great ideas for breaks abroad this summer and hot staycation ideas for Ireland. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/23112214/POL-O-CONGHAILE-SUMMER-HOLS.mp3"][/audio] EXTRA TIPS FROM POL - Book early, and if you can, around fringes of peak (June/late August) - Have travel insurance (at least 14 days before travel) - Check passports are in date... eek! - You get best protection by booking with an Irish travel agent / tour op - Book airport parking in advance (it's selling out) - Think about extras like car hire, bag charges (half-board can save on food) - Book direct (hotels etc can offer up to 15pc off)   Follow him on Insta:   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Pól Ó Conghaile (@poloconghaile)    

Every year we resurrect ourselves for Easter. But, what's the best way to cook the lamb? And the best dessert? Top Telly chef and farmer foodie favourite Catherine Fulvio tells Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast: [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/16120727/TDFM-J9-CATHERINE-FULVIO-FINAL.mp3"][/audio]

When Bridgerton first hit Netflix it was the most streamed show ever before a certain Squid Game came along. It has been a phenomenon and season two kicked off this weekend. Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast had the privilege of taking a promenade walk with members of the cast. Adjoa Andoh (Lady Danbury) Ruth Gemmell (Violet Bridgerton) & Golda Rosheuvel (Queen Charlotte) Luke Newton (Colin Bridgerton) & Luke Thompson (Benedict Bridgerton)  PRESS PLAY TO LISTEN [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/26104100/TDFM-J9-BRIDGERTON-FINAL-ALL-CAST-.mp3"][/audio]

The VHi Women's Mini Marathon 2022 will be emotional. After the last few years being a virtual event this will be the first time since Covid struck that it will finally be live again. Roz Purcell is this year's Ambassador and says that with so many people together for such a positive occasion it is sure to get emotional! Being a hiking hero Roz also tells Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast some top treks for adult groups and families.  JUST PRESS PLAY TO LISTEN [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/09112259/TDFM-J9-ROZ-PURCELL-FINAL.mp3"][/audio] Check out Roz and her Hike Life Instagram for fab tips on treks.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by R O Z (@rozannapurcell)