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.
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Jan 29, 2025 • 4min
Gift Grub: A Late Late Show 'Special' Special
On this morning's Gift Grub, the Late Late Show came under fire for one too many specials. Between the GAA Special, the Rugby Special, and the Valentine's Day Special, there have been a few recently and the Oireachtas Media Committee raised some concerns. Hit play now to hear the full episode.
Jan 28, 2025 • 9min
A Waffle Winner, A 'Long Finger' List And Sticks On Social Media
Ger wins €1000 on Waffle, Shauna showcases her 'impressive' ET impression, and listeners confess their long finger lists! Subscribe to The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show wherever you get your podcasts.
Jan 28, 2025 • 5min
Gift Grub: Micheál Martin Channels His Inner Trump
Taoiseach Micheál Martin is settling into his new role nicely, kicking things off with a phone call with newly elected President Trump. It seems that Trump had a big impression on him too, there's even talk of a wall around Cork! Hit play now to hear the full episode.
Jan 27, 2025 • 4min
Gift Grub: A (Bus)Trip Down Memory Lane
It's all change for Dublin buses! Several old routes have been retired, making way for a slew of new and improved routes which were introduced over the past few days. Some of the well-known Gift Grub characters have been reminiscing about their fond memories of the old lines. Hit play now to hear the full episode.
Jan 27, 2025 • 2min
Gift Grub: Dancing With The Stars - Week 4
Well, Dancing With The Stars has returned for another season and it is well underway. Our regular Gift Grub contributors were back to give the rundown on all the action and behind-the-scenes goss. Hit play to hear the full episode.
Jan 24, 2025 • 11min
Cathal Minogue Tries His Hand At Showbiz Reporting!
Listen to Cathal Minogue do a great job on Showbiz, Robbie try his hand at Waffle and Gary Breen make a cheesy joke whilst commentating a Liverpool game. Subscribe to The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show wherever you get your podcasts.
Jan 24, 2025 • 2min
Gift Grub: New Taoiseach Micheál Martin Jets Off For A Little Break
He may have been named Taoiseach, but that hasn't stopped Micheál Martin booking a little break away. Before he gets stuck in, he's up and away for a two-week break. Hit play now to hear the full episode.
Jan 23, 2025 • 4min
Gift Grub: Are Manchester United 'Simply The Worst'?
Following their defeat to Brighton last week at Old Trafford, new Man United manager Ruben Amorim said in his press conference that this may be the worst Man United side ever. Ooof. In this morning's Gift Grub, some of the old team legends gathered to express their feelings on it all. Hit play now to hear the full episode.
Jan 22, 2025 • 5min
Gift Grub: Darts Mania Hits Leinster House
Today is the day the new government is sworn in and we find out who has got what job. With a lot of competition for the top jobs and darts fever still in the air, it's a match made in heaven!
Jan 21, 2025 • 10min
Have You Ever Been Stuck In A Jumpsuit When You Need To Use The Loo?!
Have you ever experienced the fear of trying to get out of a jumpsuit when you need to go to the toilet in a hurry? Did you know that Robbie Williams is about to get his fifteenth number one album? Did you take a Sneaky Half Day on Blue Monday? Subscribe to The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show wherever you get your podcasts.
