The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show

Our researcher Shauna headed off to meet a selection of students from 1st and 2nd classes at City Quay National School, Dublin 2. She spoke to Indie, Reuben, Sidarth, Sam, Katie, Safa, Danni, Lily, Mason and Harley and asked them about loveable family pets and adults who never learned how to cycle. Hit play now to hear the full chat!        

John O'Shea managed to lead the Irish football team to victory on Tuesday night, with Troye Parrott scoring the winning goal against Hungary! The lads have had a tricky few months , so any win is welcomed! On this morning's Gift Grub, a special report highlighted just how big of a deal this is! Hit play to hear the full episode.

Election fever has hit Gift Grub. With just a few days left until the local and European elections, candidates are out on the campaign trail, meeting the people of Ireland and the Gift Grub microphones managed to pick up some of the more interesting interactions! Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Gift Grub's Eamon Dunphy always gives Iano a hard time for not being a 'real football guy'. However, with Ian off this morning, Eamon took the opportunity to start a few rumours. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Following on from the various RTÉ scandals over the last year, they've introduced a new 'Register of Gifts, which will require employees to declare any gifts they receive and any little nixers they might be working on. On this morning's Gift Grub, we got a sneak peak of a hotline set up to answer any staff queries on this and the Gift Grub crew are being very cooperative. Hit play now to hear the...

This June Bank Holiday weekend, we'll be counting down the Today FM Top 1000, as voted for by the listeners of Today FM! Some of the most loved Gift Grub characters joined Ian this morning, to give their thoughts on the poll and who should be in the top spot. 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. This has become a bit of a habit for Daniel! There is another radio ad that has been grinding his gears and he's ready to tell everyone about it. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Hard luck to Leinster, who lost out at the weekend, when Toulouse took home the Champions Cup. On this morning's Gift Grub, commentator Donal Lenihan joined Ian to give him the rundown of the game, and Munster man, ROG, was also on hand to commiserate. He could barely contain himself! Hit play now to listen to the full episode.

After an incredible weekend of sport, Eamon Dunphy joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub. However, he was interrupted by Leeds fanatic, Matt Cooper, who was still mourning his team's loss against Southampton. Things got heated as the lads battled it out for 'The Last Word'. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

It's been a while since Jay Keane has been on Gift Grub. However, he felt compelled to call in this morning, when he heard his brother Roy on with Ian, talking about....HURLING! #StickToFootball

With thousands of Leinster supporters making the trip to London this weekend, excitement levels are high! The 'Legends of Leinster joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub and gave a very special performance of their new fan anthem, which is extremely catchy. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

Shauna’s School Run is back! Our researcher Shauna headed off to meet a selection of students from 1st and 2nd classes at St. Michael’s N.S. Rathmolyon, Co. Meath She spoke to James, Luke, Bill, Eoin, Conor, Brer, Tadhg, Donnacha, John, Esmee, and Cora and quizzed them about election posters and robots at the airport. Click play now to hear what they had to say!

On this morning's Gift Grub, we crossed live to The Last Word with Matt Cooper. Court reporter Frank Greaney was back with details of another case. This time the defendant, named as Davy Fitzgerald, was charged with instigating a shemozzle and one count of 'losing the rag completely'. Hit play now to hear the full story.

Michael Flatley is a man of many talents. He dances, he acts, he directs movies, he paints and he even plays the flute. But, he has his sights set on the Christmas market. Michael Flatley's Christmas Dance Spectacular is very much in the pipeline! On this morning's Gift Grub, listeners were treated to a sneak peek of the production! Hit play now for the full episode.

The sun has set on Jurgen Klopp's time at Liverpool. With emotions running high Liverpool legends try one last thing to convince Jurgen Klopp to stay on as Liverpool manager.  Catch the Gift Grub fun by pressing the play button.

Bruce Springsteen has rocked Ireland for the last week, travelling from Belfast to Kilkenny, on to Cork, and finishing up in Croke Park last night. The Boss is known for his epic gigs that go on for hours on end and last night was no exception. On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian crossed over to President Michael D Higgins, who was actually still at Croker because....Bruce was still going! Hit play n...

Matt Cooper is a long-time fan of Leeds FC, so following their 4-0 win to Norwich last night, he is absolutely beside himself. He joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub to share the giddiness.

A brand new art installation in Dublin City has been causing waves across the world. 'The Portal' links Dublin and New York City with a real-time visual connection but it has been overshadowed by 'inappropriate behaviour' that has set tongues wagging. On this morning's Gift Grub, the Liveline was hopping! Hit play now to hear the full episode.

It's National Bike Week and the Gift Grub gang have ventured out on their bikes to support the cause. Ian managed to catch up with some of Ireland's biggest names, who were getting some fresh air, out on the open roads this morning. To hear the full episode, hit play now!

GAA Go has caused quite a bit of controversy over the last year or two, particularly when high-profile matches are put behind a paywall. But, did you know that Bruce Springsteen was a GAA fan?! The Boss joined Ian on Gift Grub this morning to perform an exclusive song, highlighting the plight of GAA fans everywhere. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

On this morning's Gift Grub, Michael D Higgins congratulated Bambie Thugg on their Eurovision performance. He also tried out a new, pagan, techno, spoken-word piece, which he felt could work if he were ever to run for Eurovision himself. Yes, you read that right. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

You voted in your thousands and the results are in! Roy Keane came out on top in our poll of the top 25 Gift Grub characters of all time and he joined Ian on the line this morning. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

You voted in your thousands and the results are in! Join Ian Dempsey and Mario Rosentock as they countdown the top 25 Gift Grub characters of all time. All to celebrate Gift Grub turning 25 on The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show. Press the play button on this page to listen.

This week, a brand new art installation launched in Dublin City. 'The Portal' links Dublin and New York City with a real-time visual connection and on this morning's Gift Grub, Bertie Ahern joined Ian to try out 'The Portal' in real-time. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

The European Elections will take place in early June and, would you believe, some of the Gift Grub crew are running! Hit play now to hear the full episode.