The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show

The 2024 World Snooker Championship is in full swing at The Crucible at the moment and some of the Gift Grub crew are actually in play this week. We were lucky enough to get a sneak peek of the action on this morning's show. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

After a record-breaking crowd flocked to see The Wolfe Tones at last year's Electric Picnic, they are returning this year but this time, on the main stage. They joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub and gave a special performance. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

To celebrate an amazing 25 years of Gift Grub, the show is going on the road. Gift Grub Live ‘25 will hit the 3Arena on Friday 28th March 2025 for one night only. All the gang are excited at the prospect! Hit play now to hear the full episode.

It’s all about Electric Picnic today. There has been a huge amount of speculation about potential headliners and who they might be but the lineup will FINALLY be announced today. Ronan Keating joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub, to let it be known that he won't be there. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Gift Grub's Daniel O'Donnell joined Ian on this morning's show and he had something to get off his chest. There is one particular radio ad that has been grinding his gears and he HAD to share his annoyance. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Our researcher Shauna headed off to meet a selection of students from Ms McDonald’s first class in Our Lady of Lourdes NS in Bunclody. She spoke to: Alex, Paulo, Emma, Aoife, Molly, Bridget, Will, Amber Rose, Lilly, Ruby, Tadgh and Nicole. With Simon Harris stepping into his new role as Taoiseach, she asked the kids what they wanted from the leader of the country and she also quizzed them about the importance of table manners. Click play now to hear what they had to say!

The 'Deposit Return Scheme' has caused some controversy since its launch at the start of February. There's been many problems - some people have had issues with their bottles and some have found the machines unreliable. Ian caught up with some of the Gift Grub crew to see what their experience has been. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Some interesting news broke during the week - fans supporting Leinster and Northampton at Croke Park on the 4th of May will not be allowed to drink alcohol at their seats. Naturally, this has started a healthy debate. In fact, it continued live on this morning's Gift Grub. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Irish TV license inspectors haven't had a great year. In light of the RTÉ scandal, their jobs have become a little harder. The Gift Grub microphones managed to get some behind-the-scenes footage of exactly what they've been dealing with. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Michael Flatley is known for his feet of flames and his beautiful, lilting brogue. But, did you know he doubles up as a GAA correspondent?! Hit play now to hear the full episode.

The FAI's search for a manager continues and the Boys in Green remain rudderless! Eamon Dunphy joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub to dissect the situation and he didn't hold back. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Taylor Swift's brand new album was released today and Swifties across the world rejoiced! But, who knew that our very own President is part of that club! Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Liverpool are out of the Europa League, which changes the plans for lots of fans, who expected to be travelling to Dublin for the final. So, what now?! How do they spend their few days in the capital? Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Between GAA, Country Music, and Valentine's Day, the Late Late Show love a bit of a special. However, it seems that they are running out of ideas - the team are clutching at straws. Hit play now to hear the full episode of Gift Grub.

Since the appearance of a sinkhole in Sandymount last week, the country has been awash with chat about the mysterious holes appearing around the country. In fact, it has turned into a competition of sorts. The Liveline was hopping! Hit play now to hear the full episode.

It's that time of the year! The race for the Liam McCarthy Cup begins again and it's officially 'The Season Of The Sticks'. Marty Morrissey leads an all-star rendition of the Noah Kahan hit.

"It really was beautiful, amazing rugby." Just a pity Ronan O'Gara wasn't saying that about his own team! Subscribe to The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

A number of horrific acts were committed against music during Today FM's Big Busk campaign. Mr Matt Cooper is charged with attempting to murdering a song. Courts Correspondent Frank Greaney brought us all the latest from the trial.

We were live from Evergreen Healthfoods in Galway this morning, launching The Big Busk and what a morning it was. Irish singer-songwriter and former Saturday, Una Healy, joined us for a song or two. She gave us a beautiful rendition of 'The Galway Shawl', she tried her hand at Beyonce and she wowed the crowd with a gorgeous version of 'Ride On'. Click play now to hear the full piece.

The show was live from Evergreen Healthfoods in Galway this morning and it was all about kicking off The Big Busk for Focus Ireland in style. Three of Gift Grub’s most loved characters stopped by for a quick chat with Ian. Hit play now to hear the full episode.