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 23, 2025 • 4min
Gift Grub: Can You Say Whatever You Want On RTE?
Patrick Kielty sparked a debate the other night after a public display of support for US television host, Jimmy Kimmel.With Kimmel suspended from his own show by ABC, Kielty declared that the host was welcome in Ireland as you can 'Say whatever the f**k you want'!But is that fully true in RTE? Gift Grub investigates.
Sep 22, 2025 • 4min
Gift Grub: Dundalk Has Officially Gone Heptathlon Crazy
Kate O Connor secured Ireland's first world track and field medal since Sonia O'Sullivan's gold in 1995 by winning a silver medal on Saturday afternoon at the World Championships in Tokyo. Katie Taylor and Dundalk legend Steve Staunton joined Ray to pay tribute this morning.
Sep 22, 2025 • 3min
Gift Grub: Dublin Airport Chaos Ruins Boyzlife Tour Dates
There has been chaos in Terminal 2 at Dublin Airport over the weekend with many delays, flights cancelled and long check-in queues. Keith Duffy and Michael O Leary were among those at the airport this morning happy to chat to Ray.
Sep 19, 2025 • 4min
Gift Grub: Dáithí Ó Sé Is Pumped For Culture Night
It's Culture Night in Ireland, and exciting events are happening all over the country tonight. Dáithí is on the beach, Christy is making butter, and Heather Humphreys is feeling musical. Hit play now to hear the full episode.
Sep 19, 2025 • 7min
"Back Of The F**kin Net!" Iano Knows The Way To Colin Farrell And Margot Robbie's Hearts
Ian was lucky enough to sit down with Hollywood stars Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell to chat about their movie, 'A Big Bold Beautiful Journey'. Hit play now to hear how happy Colin was to see Iano and how thrilled they both were with Iano's gift.
Sep 19, 2025 • 3min
Gift Grub: Happy Birthday Paschal!
Happy Birthday, Paschal Donohoe! The Minister for Finance celebrated his big birthday by joining Ian on this morning's Gift Grub. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
Sep 18, 2025 • 5min
Gift Grub: Leo's Autobiography Ruffles A Few Feathers
On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian crossed live to former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, who has recruited some of his peers and former colleagues to help him with his autobiography. Hit play now to hear the full episode.
Sep 18, 2025 • 6min
'That's One Of The Loveliest Radio Interviews I've Ever Done' - Saoirse Monica Jackson Catches Up With Iano
On this morning's show, Ian was lucky enough to welcome the incredibly talented Saoirse Monica Jackson to the studio! Saoirse is currently preparing for a run of 'Three Sisters' at Dublin's Gaiety Theatre, and she reflected on her journey from selling Hello Fresh door to door, to Derry Girls, to the stage. Ian also had a little surprise for her, which almost had her in tears! Hit play now to listen back to the lovely chat.
Sep 17, 2025 • 4min
Gift Grub: A Ploughing Extravaganza!
On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian crossed live to Marty Morrissey at the Ploughing Championships. From Joanna Donnelly's weather forecast to Michael Flatley showcasing his famous flute, it's all happening! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
Sep 17, 2025 • 5min
Meet Our Amazing Ploughing Correspondent - Charlie Alley (14) From Tipperary
On this morning's show, Ian caught up with our Ploughing Correspondent, Charlie O'Dwyer, who is a 14-year-old farmer. Charlie may be a farmer, but if he wanted a career in broadcasting, he could go straight to the top. If you missed him this morning, please take this opportunity to listen to an absolute legend in action.
