

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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Feb 24, 2025 • 3min
Gift Grub: Ireland Triumphs in Cardiff - A Rugby Rollercoaster
Ireland are on course to win the Six Nations title, after a victory against Wales on Saturday. On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian got some reaction on the match from ROG, who was as animated as ever. Miriam O'Callaghan was also in the stands in Cardiff and whilst she wouldn't be known as a sports pundit, she shared her thoughts on the game too. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Feb 21, 2025 • 3min
Gift Grub: Rugby's Best Commentators Look Ahead To Ireland V Wales
As the boys in green prepare to take on Wales in this weekend's Six Nations, three of Ireland's best-known rugby commentators joined Ian on Gift Grub to look ahead to the game. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Feb 21, 2025 • 3min
Gift Grub: The Darts Hit Dublin
Crowds flocked to Dublin's 3Arena last night for the Premier League of Darts. Gerwyn Price saw off Luke 'The Nuke' Littler to claim his first Premier League title of the season. Some of the GIft Grub characters were spotted in the crowd too, including our president, Michael D Higgins. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Feb 21, 2025 • 16min
Celtic Horizon Tours Pledge €21K For Ian Dempsey's Big Bid
Celtic Horizon Tours win the The Big Bid, pledging a massive 21,000 euro for Focus Ireland and it's all about Bond in the showbiz. Subscribe to The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show wherever you get your podcasts.

Feb 20, 2025 • 3min
Gift Grub: Kevin Dundon Is Causing Havoc
Kevin Dundon has been caught up in some Dancing With The Stars controversy. Viewers of the show have called for a change in format after Kevin survived the dance-off and remained in the competition at the weekend. On this morning's Gift Grub, Joe opened up the Liveline to comments. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Feb 19, 2025 • 4min
Gift Grub: Radio ROG Live From Wales
With Ireland taking on Wales this weekend in the Six Nations, the Radio ROG team have hit Cardiff. Press play now to hear the full episode.

Feb 18, 2025 • 6min
Gift Grub: The Big Bid Sends People Into A Frenzy
The Big Bid for Focus Ireland is officially back for another year! The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show is up for auction and Ian is willing to broadcast from anywhere in Ireland on the morning of The Big Busk . He will go to the highest bidder! Some of the Gift Grub crew joined Ian this morning to make bids and some had a bit of feedback. Hit play now to hear the full episode. (Remember, you can submit your own bid to bigbid@todayfm.com )

Feb 17, 2025 • 4min
Gift Grub: Bertie Doesn't Like To Dawdle
Bertie joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub to talk about the Dub's victory against Kerry over the weekend. It took him a while to get to the point though, even though he's not a fan of dawdling. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Feb 17, 2025 • 3min
Gift Grub: Love Is In The Air On Dancing With The Stars
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 on Love Week. Hit play to hear the full episode.

Feb 14, 2025 • 3min
Gift Grub: Rugby Fans Across Ireland Are Experiencing Withdrawal Symptoms
With the Six Nations on a break this weekend, Irish rugby fans are having serious withdrawal symptoms. Hit play now to hear the full episode.


