Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis

TodayFM and AsIAm, Ireland’s Autism Charity, have teamed up to help make the magic of Halloween more fun and friendly for everyone!We're raising awareness about the unique challenges Autistic people may face during the spooky season! Adam Harris is CEO and Founder of AsIAm. Adam highlights common barriers Autistic people face every day and especially how they can be magnified at Halloween like sensory overload from fireworks, pressure to dress up, unexpected interactions at the door. Throughout the month, we're sharing helpful tips and chatting with the AsIAm community to learn more about how little changes can make a big difference.Let’s make sure everyone feels safe, happy, and included — because Halloween is for All!For more keep an eye on todayfm.com/all

Social Media star, Lip Sync Queen and Dancing with the Stars finalist Kayleigh Trappe as she visits her old school in Monaghan and travels to Dublin, Kerry, Connemara and Inis Oirr to meet a diverse group of learners, all of whom are on a learning journey through the Irish language.She also tells Alison all about her DMs from Vogue Williams and Joanne McNally that light up her week!Eachtraí Foghlama le Kayleigh Trappe (Learning Adventures with Kayleigh Trappe) is on  TG4 tomorrow evening @ 7.30pm

It is the show that helps house-hunters find their dream holiday home in the sun.The first episode aired in 2002!It has been running for 21 seasons! There has been several spin-off shows too!It's a real favourite for viewers who might be tender of a morning or just looking for some comfort viewing!But what has been the enduring appeal of such a simple show? Jasmine is the OG Presenter of the show and told Alison on Weekend Breakfast that viewers love rooting for the house hunters to fulfil their dream and are also inspired by them! She also says she still gets told on a daily basis by fans that the show really helped people to get through Covid lockdown.A Place In The Sun – LIVE is on at the RDS – 11th  and 12th Octoberaplaceinthesunevents.com for more

Susie Dent is the resident word expert in Dictionary Corner every week day on Channel 4's Countdown and on 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, has appeared on many TV shows over the years whenever a Word Queen is required!She joined Alison on Weekend Breakfast to tell us all about her new book Words for Life: That Will Make Every Day Betterjoined Susie answers the tough questions like what is the strange history behind the word arse!? Do the Finns really have a word for drinking alone in your underwear!!?She describes the book as a full year's supply of verbal vitamin shots guaranteed to entertain and enlighten, to brighten and boost every single day.

Weekend Breakfast had an inspiring chat with rugby legend Paul O'Connell. Alison spoke to our Limerick national treasure as he takes a break from the pitch to explore remarkable initiatives off the field! Paul is helping to lead a new campaign to help support young people in Ireland. Toyota Ireland and Foróige’s 'Big Brother Big Sister' programme , a mentoring initiative for children aged 10 to 18 and about the power of adult role models in shaping young lives. He is the youngest of three lads and knows what it's like to have big brothers you love to look up to and of course be competitive with! This rewarding program connects volunteers with kids who are eager for support and guidance. Plus, Paul reflects on his coaching journey with the Irish rugby team. For more see bigbrotherbigsister.ie

Weekend Breakfast was delighted to welcome Comedian Peter McGann and Actor/Director Hugh O'Conor live in studio. They are part of a brand new show starting ion RTÉ 1 called Showkids. Set in a drama class for children led by the intriguing Miss Jessop, the series explores young Sam Curtin (played by Flynn Gray, star of Wednesday and the new Star Wars movie with Ryan Gosling!) Sam discovers, that when they act out scenes, the world they are pretending to be in literally comes to life around them!Peter, who plays the entrepreneurial father, brings a hilarious twist with his character's quirky invention, the 'Headbag'. The idea for the show came from Hugh who was inspired by his own career - he has starred in many movies including as a child in Lamb with Liam Neeson and playing a young Christy Brown in My Left Foot. Plus, hear about Peter's upcoming comedy tour and catch a sneak peek of the adorable new series starting every Sunday at 5 PM on RTÉ 1!

As autumn approaches, it's time to declutter for a fresh start! Hazel shares insightful tips on seasonal wardrobe rotations, organizing homework stations, and creating efficient entry zones. Discover how to simplify meal planning and tackle pantry messes with family involvement. The discussion highlights the impact of childhood on our relationship with belongings and the importance of routines. Get ready to transform your home into a calm and organized space this September!

Dive into delicious back-to-school lunch ideas with Lou Robbie, a culinary magician and bestselling author. Discover kid-friendly treats like no-bake energy balls, mini scones, and reduced-sugar cookies. Learn how to balance sweets with healthier options, and get savory batch-cooking tips for busy parents, including mini quiches and veg fritters. Lou also shares practical lunch strategies for teens, ensuring meals don't smell in class. It's all about making mealtime fun and efficient for families!

Here we dough again!!Iain enters the famous tent of the Great British Bake Off in its 16th series! Known online @ Thug.Loaf the Irish baker from Belfast has gained a huge following for his music inspired bakes! (Asap Rocky-Road anyone!!)Iain shares his unique baking journey, revealing how a last-day-of-uni loaf sparked his passion for creating over a thousand delicious breads since! He dives into his signature sourdough and how he infuses musical artistry into his bakes by painting album covers on pastries and bread. He also reveals the behind the scenes intense pressures of the show and the friendships forged in the baking tent. And yes Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond are absolutely lovely!!The Great British Bake Off kicks off Tuesday Sep 2nd on Channel 4 at 8pm

Grab your stetsons and ready your yeehaws!! Paula MacSweeney in for Alison on Weekend Breakfast welcomes the fabulous Clodagh Lawlor, the vibrant voice behind the Country Hits show every Wednesday on Today FM! Clodagh shares her whirlwind journey to making her mark at the Rose of Tralee. Discover the passion that fuels her love for country music, and its huge popularity in Ireland. With an upcoming trip to Nashville on the horizon, (she's literally flying out after the chat!!) Clodagh reveals her exciting plans, including meeting industry legends and exploring the heart of country music. Follow Clodagh on Instagram at @clodalawlormusic.