Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis

Killian Sundermann is so unassuming about the huge success of his online comedy. The Dublin born comedian with German parents never knew that when he dad asked him to do a quick video on Irish/German cultural differences that it would be viewed by over 10 MILLION people and counting. If I've learned anything it's that anytime your dad asks you to make a video about Irish/German cultural differences for the Goethe Institut's 60 anniversary in Dublin, you should say yes — Killian Sundermann (@killersundymann) October 9, 2021 He did the favour and the rest is online viral hit history. Killian chatted to Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast about his sudden viral fame and how much of his comedy is inspired by his parents .. and hedges. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2021/10/31125424/KILLIAN-SUNDERMANN-.mp3"][/audio] Killian has now gained over 350,000 followers across Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. He is one of a new breed of hugely talented online Irish comedian collective alongside Sean Burke, Justine Stafford, Serena Terry, Michael Fry, Tony Cantwell and more. Killian has a new show called ‘Free Gaff’ with Darren Conway and Joe McGucken coming out on RTE Player Nov 3rd Check out the sketch that went viral crazy here: Irish and German people offering things pic.twitter.com/AoPgWJpK6L — Killian Sundermann (@killersundymann) October 7, 2021  

Laura de Barra is one of our favourite people. The Gaff Goddess aka The Queen of She-I-Y told weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis about her fabulous new book and she has a ton of advice. Who else would describe the hallway as, "the place that kisses you goodbye before you go to work!" [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2021/10/30113308/LAURA-DE-BARRA-FULL-INTERVIEW-USE.mp3"][/audio] Her Book 'Decor Galore' is out now and it's up for an Irish Book Award!   We are delighted that the SHE-IY queen's Décor Galore has been shortlisted for the Bookstation Lifestyle Book of the Year @AnPostIBAS. Congratulations @LauradeBarra 🍸🎉 Read an interview @IrishTimesBooks - https://t.co/exSWINCyrs pic.twitter.com/akomwacjse — Penguin Books Ireland (@PenguinIEBooks) October 21, 2021 Check out her fabulous Instagram. It funny, fabulous and full of practical tips!       View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Laura de Barra (@lauradebarra)  

The delightful Donal Skehan is back with a brand-new TV series, Donal’s Family Kitchen filmed entirely in his home. It's two episodes in and Alison is absolutely hooked! He told Weekend Breakfast all about the fun he had making the show and his new book, Everyday Cook currently the number 1 cookbook in Ireland! Donal also had a blast with some lovely messages from listeners which included Niamh - who sent in a pic of the brack she made from his recipe!   [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2021/10/24123734/DONAL-SKEHAN-TV-SHOW.mp3"][/audio]  

ACTUAL HUMANS IN THE STUDIO!!! This has to be one of the greatest rugby tales. Former Leinster, Ireland and Lion, Gordon D'Arcy has swapped the rugby field for fiction. Alongside fabulous Irish writer Paul Howard (Ross O'Carroll Kelly & Aldrin Adams) they have created the book series Gordon's Game. The newest edition is Gordon's Game: Lion's Roar. Thanks so much everyone, delighted Lion’s Roar is going down well @AkaPaulHoward @easons pic.twitter.com/fBGKoa6uoH — Gordon D'Arcy (@Gordonwdarcy) October 20, 2021 Gordon has been inspired by some of the fabulous and funny moments from his incredible career in the book. This includes an absolutely hilarious story about Shane Horgan hiding in a locker just to scare Geordan Murphy! (you'll also learn what the squad calls the injured players on a tour... it's so cruel but VERY FUNNY!) [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2021/10/23123351/GORDON-DARCY-AND-PAUL-HOWARD-LIONS-ROAR.mp3"][/audio]   Thank you for a great chat @AlisonTodayFM https://t.co/uMqmQxZqHM — Gordon D'Arcy (@Gordonwdarcy) October 23, 2021  

TV presenter Kathryn Thomas knows exactly how expectant Mothers have felt during this pandemic. Alongside countless others she has had scans shared over the phone as husband Padraig waits in the car park while she gets her appointment. She says it's been tough but is thankful she has such wonderful support from her family and the medical staff themselves. Alison Curtis chatted to Kathryn on Weekend Breakfast about how things are going with baby number two, how baby number one, Ellie is coping with her little sister news, and Kathryn's brand new pre-and post natal fitness program called 'Bumpfit.' [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2021/10/10123854/KATHRYN-THOMAS-BUMPFIT-.mp3"][/audio]  

From Holywood to Hollywood! Andrew Smyth from Belfast rose to fame as a finalist in the Great British Bake Off and wowed the judges with his structural marvels. Since then he flexed his skills with Discovery Science, and the BBC and working as a Performance Technologist for for Rolls-Royce. But now, This Northern Irish Cambridge University graduate is back and putting crumbs on seats with his own show. He has combined his two favourite things ‘Baking’ and ‘Engineering’ and created his own show on Netflix all about Bakineering! It’s called ‘Baking Impossible’ and has already appeared in the Netflix Top 5 Most Watched Shows in the US! Andrew spoke to Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast all about his dream come through: [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2021/10/09125453/ANDREW-SMYTH-BAKING-IMPOSSIBLE-.mp3"][/audio] Have a taste of his brain melting brilliant baking show, 'Baking Impossible' Andrew appearing in GBBO:  

She is officially the self-styled 'Queen Of The Potato'! The humble spud has speaheaded her rocket to Tik Tok superstardom. Now, Poppy O'Toole has a book out. She tells Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast that she is a Michelin trained chef who has worked in many high pressure kitchens and how being in a "very hungry!" family where food was central inspired her online life and love for the humble spud! Her debut cook book 'Poppy Cooks: The Food You Need' is out now. She has 1.8 million followers and growing on TikTok and 174k on Instagram. (check her out below) JUST PRESS PLAY TO HEAR THE INTERVIEW [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2021/10/07151124/POPPY-O-TOOLE-POTATO-WOMAN.mp3"][/audio]     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Poppy O’Toole (@poppy_cooks) @poppycooks You’ve found us. Don’t leave… 🥔❤️ #potatotiktok #potatok #potato ♬ original sound - Poppy O’Toole   @poppycooks #duet with @sooziethefoodie I’m here for Halloween potatoes #roastmypotatoes #halloween #potatotiktok ♬ Make appropriate videos to the sound please - (っ◔◡◔)っ

Its fast approaching and always something to look forward to, mid-term break and joining Alison this morning was Travel Editor with the Irish Independent Pól Ó Conghaile. Last week in the Independent weekend magazine there was a list of 25 midterm Halloween breaks and Pól took Alison through some of the best spots. Alison and Pól headed abroad first to find the best places to suggest for a mid term break Cruising in Scotland was one of the highlights!  [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2021/10/02103140/0210P%25C3%25B3l-2.mp3"][/audio] Pól warned people not to forget to check if their passport is in date or not!!! Top Recommendations - Foreign Holidays Salou in Spain - entry rate is €529 per person for per week this is in 4-star accommodation. Lanzarote - €639 per person for seven nights, this includes flights and the 4-star hotel. Paris - 5-star camping experience close to Disneyland Paris for seven nights in a three bedroom mobile home comes to €500. Top Recommendations - Irish Holidays County Laois - Glamping under the stars for two nights its €399 for a space that sleeps up to six. County Meath - Knightsbrook hotel has a family b&b and pizza package for €450-€550. County Sligo - the Ocean Sand's Hotel has a mid-term offer of two nights for a family of four for €450-€550.   Before overseas travel check restrictions at your destination and on return to Ireland on dfa.ie, gov.ie and reopen.europa.eu   For more from Travel Editor with the Irish Independent Pól Ó Conghaile check out his Instagram and his website.

She is always a hit when she is on the show, full of information we let sink in like a good face cream - it is the Skin Nerd aka Jennifer Rock. Jennifer spoke to Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast all about her 'Less Is More' campaign to combat plastic waste in the beauty industry. Her new reusable beauty products are trying to turn this trend. She reveals the cornerstones of good skin routines. (Don't be a Samantha!) Plus, loads more valuable tips for keeping your skin in fabulous mode. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2021/09/26133541/JENNIFER-ROCK-THE-SKIN-NERD.mp3"][/audio] People don't see the skin as an organ but as an accessory. We need to look after it. And when it comes to our children we need to teach them a simple gentle routine   Find out more here   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by The Skin Nerd (@theskinnerd)  

Anna Geary knows what it is to lead a team. As Cork Camogie Captain she has won numerous All-Ireland and All-Star medals. She is fully aware of what it takes to be a champion and wants to pass those life skills on to inspire others. And she also knows that fun is fundamental. If you aren't enjoying it then it's not the right environment. She says, "If you make ten mistakes, you should go for eleven. It's about learning in a non-judgemental environment" Weekend breakfast with Alison Curtis spoke to Anna about getting young people into sport, and creating a non--judgemental environment especially for girls, her awesome Instagram (see below) now at over 125k - full of wellbeing wisdom, and also about being part of Team Green with Repak. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2021/09/25120231/ANNA-GEARY-REPAK-.mp3"][/audio]     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Anna Geary (@annagcork)     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Anna Geary (@annagcork)