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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Sep 1, 2025 • 3min
Gift Grub: The Reviews Are In For The Irish Traitors
The Irish adaptation of The Traitors launched on RTÉ last night, and it’s off to a good start. On this morning's Gift Grub, some familiar faces joined Ian to give a full rundown. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
Sep 1, 2025 • 3min
Gift Grub: It's Transfer Deadline Day!
It's transfer deadline day, and on this morning's Gift Grub, it wasn't just footballers making headlines! Ian crossed live to Sky for the latest shocking news, including Claire Byrne's sensational switch. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
Aug 29, 2025 • 3min
Gift Grub: Matt & Frank Hit EP!
On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian crossed live to Electric Picnic. He caught up with Matt Cooper and Frank Greaney, who were nice and cosy in their tent on the campsite. Hit play now to hear the full episode.
Aug 28, 2025 • 4min
Gift Grub: Since When Did Ireland Become Obsessed With Saunas?
The two most popular things in Ireland this summer have probably been the return of Oasis and the increase of saunas across the country. They are everywhere! Christy Moore joined Ian live from his personal sauna and even penned a song to mark their popularity.
Aug 27, 2025 • 2min
Gift Grub: The 'Back To School' Drama Is Real!
Well, the back-to-school rush is well and truly on, and on this morning's Gift Grub, we heard a trailer from an exciting new drama, which is set to unearth the chaos and challenges that come with the end of the summer holidays. Frightening stuff. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
Aug 26, 2025 • 5min
Gift Grub: Will Jim Gavin Be Ireland's Next President?
Former Dublin manager Jim Gavin has been heavily linked to becoming the Fianna Fail candidate for the upcoming race to the Aras. Bertie Ahern, Paschal Donohoe and Davy Fitzgerald all chat to Ian about this breaking political GAA story.
Aug 25, 2025 • 4min
Gift Grub: Robbie Williams Lets Garron Noone Entertain You
Robbie Williams put in a man of the match performance in Croke Park on Saturday night with an array of hits and surprises. While Marty Morrissey sums up the atmosphere on the night, man of the moment Garron Noone tells Ian about his night on the stage with Robbie.
Aug 25, 2025 • 3min
Gift Grub: Donal Lenihan Is All Over The Women's Rugby World Cup
Ireland got off to a great start at the Women's Rugby World Cup with a win over Japan at the weekend. Rugby commentator Donal Lenihan is our man on the ground following the girls in green.
Aug 22, 2025 • 5min
Gift Grub: RTE's Schedule Launch Ain't Clashing With Miriam's Hols
RTÉ has announced its 2025-26 schedule, with three brand-new Irish dramas, a revamped Ireland's Fittest Family and the return of The 2 Johnnies' Late Night Lock-In among others. Tipp's finest joined Ian this morning along with Miriam live from the sun.
Aug 22, 2025 • 4min
Gift Grub: An Idiot's Guide To NFL
Kansas State University and Iowa State University touchdown in Dublin on Saturday at the Aviva Stadium for the 2025 Aer Lingus College Football Classic.Keith Duffy joined Ian to help listeners out with some of the most used NFL terms.
