The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show
Today FM
Welcome to today, this is your captain speaking. With Iano at the helm, the Breakfast Show brings you up to speed on everything. News, sport, guests, giveaways, listener interaction and music - not to mention the legendary Gift Grub - all add to the mix of this 2-hour radio rollercoaster. Buckle up and come and have your breakfast.
Episodes
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Jan 9, 2026 • 12min
Ian Dempsey Wants To Give January A Rebrand!
Ian wants to give January a new image, Shauna wants to join Jackass, and you want to find out what activity raises your heart rate as much as a ski dive! Hit play now to hear this week's podcast. Subscribe to The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show wherever you get your podcasts.
Jan 9, 2026 • 3min
Gift Grub: Could ROG Make A Move To Leinster?
It's a big weekend for rugby fans as Leinster go head to head with Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle in the Investec Champions Cup. On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian caught up with Donal Lenihan about the game and Ronan O'Gara faced questions about a possible move to Leinster. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
Jan 9, 2026 • 3min
Gift Grub: Daniel's Not Happy About Another Late Late Show Special
Tonight's Late Late Show is all about the sesh - it will be the seisiún of all seisiúns for the annual trad music special. However, one man is not looking forward to it. Daniel O'Donnell joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub for a bit of a rant. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
Jan 8, 2026 • 3min
Gift Grub: A New Man Utd Anthem - Who's Up Next To Get Fired?!
It's all happening at Manchester United this week, with Ruben Amorim sent packing. There may be an interim manager lined up, but the question is, who is up next to get fired?! The Gift Grub crew felt so passionate about the subject that they burst into song. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
Jan 7, 2026 • 4min
Gift Grub: Micheál Martin Is Feeling The Pressure!
Micheál Martin is back at work, but he's feeling the pressure. There's a lot going on! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
Jan 6, 2026 • 5min
Gift Grub: Who Will Save Man Utd?!
Well, it's official. Ruben Amorim has been sacked as Man Utd manager! But the big question is who will take over? What is next for the team?! On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian was joined by a few familiar faces, who had some interesting takes. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
Jan 5, 2026 • 3min
Gift Grub: Dancing With The Stars Is BACK!
Dancing With The Stars Ireland is back for another year, and everyone is very excited. Hit play now to hear all the goss from the first installment.
Jan 5, 2026 • 4min
Gift Grub: Is Ireland Really That Pessimistic?!
According to a recent poll, Ireland is one of the world's most pessimistic countries in the world. Are we that gloomy?! On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian caught up with some of the more optimistic Gift Grub crew. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
Dec 24, 2025 • 3min
Gift Grub: It's Time To Drive Home For Christmas #Gridlock
On this morning's Gift Grub, the crew were tackling the Christmas rush, navigating through traffic and festive frustrations! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
Dec 22, 2025 • 3min
Gift Grub: Michael D Gives Us A Wonderful Recap on 2025
From Rory McIlroy finally winning the Masters to the chaos of the presidential election, Oasis mania sweeping Ireland, and Paschal Donohue stepping down, 2025 has been a busy year! The Gift Grub crew took on the annual wrap-up of the year to try and sum it up! Hit play now to hear the episode in full!
