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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Jan 27, 2026 • 5min
Gift Grub: Would You All Just Stop Scrolling In Your Jeep!
Drive on any road in Ireland and it won't take you long to see someone with their head down while driving. They are on their phone. The RSA observed two-thirds (67%) of drivers using a mobile device were using it in their hand, typing or scrolling, while the rest held it to their ear.Ronan Keating, Keith Duffy and Daniel O Donnell joined Ian this morning to discuss their campaign to stop the people of Ireland from scrolling while driving.
Jan 26, 2026 • 4min
Gift Grub: Does Michael O Leary Qualify For Saint Status Yet?
People are queueing up to pay tribute to Michael O Leary after his spat with billionaire Elon Musk last week. Taoiseach Michael Martin and broadcaster Matt Cooper joined Ian to gush over Michael.
Jan 23, 2026 • 3min
Gift Grub: Brendan Gleeson Isn't Having This Oscar Hysteria
Yet again, the Irish are celebrating yet another acting nomination at the Oscars. This time it's Jessie Buckley for her role in Hamnet. Ian was joined by Irish acting royalty this morning when Brendan Gleeson and Pierce Brosnan gave their reaction to the news.
Jan 23, 2026 • 4min
Gift Grub: Ronan Keating Is Glued To Love Island
Jack Keating is back in the Love Island villa looking for love. His proud dad Ronan joined Ian this morning to talk about Jack's appearance and surprised him with a live call to his son.
Jan 22, 2026 • 4min
Gift Grub: Posh & Becks Hit Back With New Documentary
It has been quite the week for the Beckham family following the statement from eldest son Brooklyn. How will they react to the bombshell statement? By doing another Netflix of course. Gift Grub has the exclusive!
Jan 21, 2026 • 5min
Gift Grub: Trump
Donald Trump has made it to Davos in Switzerland along with many other world leaders and dignitaries. Just what will other countries do to keep Trump onside while disagreeing with him at the same time? Nothing an aul Rose of Tralee tiara can't sort!
Jan 20, 2026 • 4min
Gift Grub: Michael Flatley Reveals His New Masterpiece
Michael Flatley is in the front pages of all the papers this past week. He joined Ian this morning to discuss what makes him relaxed when he's in the spotlight and he revealed to Ian his newest masterpiece in studio.
Jan 19, 2026 • 3min
Gift Grub: Munster Supporters Aren't Enjoying Blue Monday
Munster's season came to a crashing halt over the weekend with a defeat to Castres and a sharp exit from The Champions Cup. Donal Lenihan, Michael Corcoran and Ronan O Gara all reluctantly joined Ian this morning to discuss.
Jan 19, 2026 • 3min
Gift Grub: Brian Kennedy Makes A B Sharp Exit From DWTS
Brian Kennedy was the second celebrity to be eliminated from Dancing with the Stars 2026 during last night’s Movie Night special. Brian received the lowest combined scores from the judges and public votes.Judges Brian, Arthur and Karen joined Ian for a recap this morning.
Jan 16, 2026 • 4min
Gift Grub: The Soap Transfer Window Is Officially Open
Actress Beverley Callard, best known for playing Liz McDonald in Coronation Street, has swapped the cobbles of Weatherfield for the hustle and bustle of Carrigstown by joining the cast of RTÉ's Fair City.Will this lead to a soap version of the Premier League's transfer window? We're all here for it if it does!
