The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show

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Oct 5, 2023 • 5min

Gift Grub: The FOGS Pay Tribute To Bundee Aki

Well, it has been an exciting few weeks for Irish rugby fans and the dream of a victory is still very much in sight. There's no doubt it has been a team effort but one man has shone throughout the tournament, and that is Bundee Aki . The FOGS joined Ian in studio this morning to give him a preview of their brand-new track; a rousing tribute to Bundee...
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Oct 5, 2023 • 4min

Shauna's School Run - Scoil Mhuire, Ballymore Eustace

After a long summer holiday, Shauna’s School Run is back! Our researcher Shauna headed off to meet a selection of students from the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd classes at Scoil Mhuire, Ballymore Eustace, in Kildare.  She spoke to Donnacha, Eloise, Saoirse, Vicktor, Avaleigh, Josha, Eala, Sadie, Emma and Charlie and she quizzed them on the idea of 'car-free days' and about Ireland's World Cup hopes. Click now to hear what they had to say!
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Oct 4, 2023 • 6min

Gift Grub: Rave Reviews From U2's Sphere

Today FM's Shannon Keenan was lucky enough to be at U2's Sphere in Vegas over the weekend . She was able to report back and tell us all about the amazing spectacular on Monday morning but what we didn't know was that some of the Gift Grub crew were also in attendance. They joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub to give him the full rundown. And, that's not all.....the one and only Bono even graced Ian with his presence.
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Oct 3, 2023 • 4min

Gift Grub: Who Knew Roy Keane Was A VAR-aoke King?!

The controversial VAR row from last weekend's Liverpool game has rumbled on and on and shows no sign of going away. Football pundits Jamie Carragher, Micah Richards, and our very own Roy Keane felt so moved by it all that they hit the karaoke bar to make their feelings known...
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Oct 2, 2023 • 3min

Gift Grub: What A VAR-ce!

Well, VAR is at it again! Liverpool FC has issued a scathing statement, criticising the video assistant referee system, after some questionable decisions at this weekend's game against Tottenham. Some of the Gift Grub crew joined Ian this morning to give their take on the whole affair.
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Oct 2, 2023 • 4min

Gift Grub: The European Team Are Still Partying After Ryder Cup Win

Well, this weekend was an exciting one. What a victory for the European Ryder Cup team! Ian was lucky enough to catch up with some of the Irish contingent on this morning's Gift Grub, who were, quite rightly, still celebrating the win.
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Oct 2, 2023 • 5min

Our Shannon Hits Vegas To See U2's Sphere

Social media was awash with footage from Vegas this weekend, with U2 making their long-awaited debut at Sphere in Las Vegas. Shannon Keenan from Today FM was lucky enough to be there for opening night and she was on hand to take Ian through the incredible show this morning. Jealousy levels are off the chart! Does anyone fancy an impromptu Vegas trip?!
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Sep 29, 2023 • 6min

Gift Grub: Miriam, Marty and Keith Play Late Late Line-Up Bingo

There has been a lot of talk in recent weeks about the standard of Late Late Show guests since the new season started. While the reviews for Patrick Kielty's performance are generally good, some people are demanding a better quality of guest. Miriam O'Callaghan, Marty Morrissey & Keith Duffy all had a go at predicting tonight's line-up.
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Sep 28, 2023 • 4min

Gift Grub: Ballymun Paschal Takes On The Far Right

TD’s in Dail Eireann are set to get a pay increase of over €1600 next week taking their pay to €109k a year.In Gift Grub, we go behind the scenes to see how this decision was reached and the subsequent reaction from some members of the public.
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Sep 27, 2023 • 4min

Gift Grub: Daniel O Donnell Takes Down The Late Late In Gogglebox Special

After the success of the Gogglebox celebrity episode last week on Virgin Media 1, some Gift Grub characters including Daniel O Donnell & Mary Lou McDonald have decided to get snug on the couch and get in on the action.

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