The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show

The O'Sullivans went the whole way and were crowned Ireland's Smartest Surname 2025, Mary and her family were heading on an exciting trip, and Ian quizzed everyone on the things that we should throw out but can't / don't! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

With thousands of people gearing up to run the Dublin Marathon this weekend, Daniel O'Donnell joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub. He just doesn't get it! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Well, the time has come. We must say goodbye to our wonderful President, Michael D Higgins. He joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Would you be confident enough to Waffle about Westlife? Will the Spice Girls ever reunite as a five-piece? How will Ireland's Smartest Surname pan out? Answer all those questions by listening now. Hit play to hear the episode in full.

It's Presidential Election Week, and excitement is in the air! On this morning's Gift Grub, candidates Heather Humphreys and Catherine Connolly joined Ian (and a few other familiar voices) for a lively debate. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

With London gearing up to be the first European city to introduce driverless taxis, it won't be long before we have them here too! On this morning's Gift Grub, we got a little test drive. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Leinster lost to Munster in their Croke Park clash at the weekend, and whilst Donal Lenihan is celebrating, Johnny Sexton is absolutely fuming. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

The Presidential election is just days away, and on this morning's Gift Grub, Michael D Higgins joined Ian to reflect on his time in office. Pascal Donohoe was also on hand to propose a wild idea – a rotating presidency! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Did you know that there's a full CyberBreak today?! Schools, families, and companies across the country are going to completely ditch their smart devices and take a much-needed 24-hour break from the online world. Simon Harris has a few thoughts about this! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Shauna tells Ian about the Taylor and Charli feud, Ireland's Smartest Surnames continues, our teaser stumps Ian, and loads more. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Leinster and Munster are facing off in Croke Park over the weekend, and between that, the American fooball and the gigs, Davy Fitz thinks it's a slippery slope for the GAA! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Michael D's time in Áras an Uachtaráin is drawing to a close, and it's time to pack up. But, before he goes, he needs to get rid of some bits that have accumulated over the last few years. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Eamon and John joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub to give him the rundown on last night's World Cup qualifier. In typical Eamon fashion, there's quite a bit of honesty. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

With Ireland facing a World Cup qualifier against Armenia tonight, Roy Keane was prepping for another important episode of Radio Roy. Except, Radio Roy has been cancelled! Hit play to hear the full episode.

On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian was looking back at Ireland's game against Portugal on Saturday. He was joined by some former managers, who seemed to be taking the positives from the game, whilst Roy Keane gave his honest opinion, as only Roy can. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

With all the moving and shaking at RTÉ, Ian wanted to get to the bottom of things and find out exactly what's happening! He caught up with a few familiar faces, who weren't giving much away. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian invited Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe to answer some tough questions on the budget . However, Paschal brought a little gift for Ian, and the questions were soon forgotten! Hit play now to hear the full episode.

On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian was chatting about the exciting news of Luke Combs headlining Slane, but not everyone is on board with the idea. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

On this morning's Gift Grub, Miriam O'Callaghan was leading a special edition of Prime Time, grilling Micheál on his decisions. Luckily, he had Willie O'Dea on hand for moral support. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

With Ireland's World Cup qualifier with Portugal looming, Ian crossed live to Radio Roy, who were broadcasting live from Lisbon. And let's just say, the outlook is less than positive! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

It's Budget Day, and with all the Presidential Election controversy, there's a bit of unrest in Leinster House. However, one man is positively giddy, and that's Paschal Donohoe! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

On this morning's Gift Grub, birthday boy Gerry Adams joined Ian on the line. Who knew he was a secret Swiftie?! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

On this morning's Gift Grub, the news of Jim Gavin stepping down had just started to filter down. Ian caught up wth Bertie and Paschal to get their reaction this morning. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Ireland's Smartest Surnames is back, Ian had some car issues, there was a Waffle winner, and Taylor released her album! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

The new Netflix drama 'House of Guinness' was released recently, and on this morning's Gift Grub, Michael Flatley had a bone to pick with the accents on the show. Pierce Brosnan had a thing or two to say though. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.