The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show

Earlier in the month, Air New Zealand announced that they would be conducting a passenger weight survey, as a way to gather data on the weight load and distribution for planes. Naturally, Michael O'Leary had some thoughts on this. He joined Ian on the line this morning.

Ireland takes on Gibraltar tonight, for the third of our Euro 2024 qualifiers. Some of the Gift Grub crew joined Ian this morning for a little preview and Steve Staunton isn't too confident...

Joey Carbery, Conor Murray, Gary Ringrose & Tadhg Furlong have all tied the knot in the past two weeks. Is it a coincidence or is it all part of Paul O'Connell's plan for Ireland's World Cup domination?!

Ireland take on Greece tonight in the all-important Euro 2024 qualifier. But, can the boys in green do what it takes to win?! The Gift Grub crew joined Ian this morning to give their predictions.

Dalkey Book Festival kicks off tomorrow and the who's who of literature are making their way towards Dublin. Gift Grub got a little sneak peek of the action....

Former American President Donald Trump has been indicted on 7 counts for holding onto classified documents. Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson resigned as an MP with immediate effect last weekend. They joined forces in Gift Grub this morning with two microphones and big brass band to sing about their current sticky situations.

One point separated Clare and Limerick in the Munster final and one point separated Galway and Kilkenny in the Leinster final in two epic contests. Our man Morgan Freeman just about recovered his composure to deliver his Monday report.

Magician Cillian O'Connor (14), who is from Mornington in Meath, delighted viewers and judges alike with his incredible performances on this year's Britain's Got Talent. Not content with making it through to the semi-final of the show, he was one of three contestants who were chosen for the live finale last Sunday night. Cillian, who has a very successful career ahead of him, joined Ian in studio...

It's a big day for students all over Ireland, as they begin the Leaving Cert. Some of the regular Gift Grub crew joined Ian this morning to give the teenagers of Ireland a bit of a pep talk. But, some of them need a bit of a lesson in encouragement...

Oscar-winning actor Al Pacino is looking forward to welcoming his fourth child later this year, at the ripe age of 83. He joined Ian this morning to talk about the miracle of life and the chat was actually gatecrashed by Gift Grub regular, Ronan Keating, who had a bit of advice for Al.

We all know Morgaaan Freeman loves the GAA but, what we didn't know is that he is a secret party animal. He went 'out for one' to celebrate his birthday this week and well, the rest is his history. Morgaaan, we've all been there...

There's no doubt, Bloom is the biggest event in the Irish gardening calendar and every Irish garden enthusiast worth their salt will be descending on Dublin's Phoenix Park this weekend. But, one person is not happy about it and that's the park's most famous resident. No, not, the deer! PRESIDENT MICHAEL D HIGGINS!

According to shocking news reports this week, the quality of the legendary Flake has deteriorated and they are now too crumbly to be used in a 99. Ice cream vendors across the country have been complaining of the chocolate disintegrating in 99s and in this morning's Gift Grub, Miriam O'Callaghan hosted a special episode of Primetime, in an attempt to get to the bottom of it!

Singer Ronan Keating has announced that he is getting a vasectomy in two weeks. He joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub to tell him all the gory details...

It's been the word on everyone's lips this week - SUCCESSION. The final episode of the hugely successful series aired last night and some of the Gift Grub crew joined Ian this morning to share their thoughts on the massive finale. But, Davy Fitz is adamant, NO SPOILERS LADS!

Munster take on Stormers this Saturday in the URC Final in Capetown. The boys in red have made the trip to South Africa and it's all systems go for the match. Some of the Gift Grub crew decided to make use of the time away to enjoy the sights and sounds of South Africa...

Well, after weeks of anticipation, the day has finally arrived. After 14 years in the hot seat, Ryan Tubridy presents his final Late Late Show tonight. No doubt, emotions will be running high in Montrose. The man of the moment joined Ian on the line this morning...

In our latest trip to primary schools across the country, Shauna headed off to meet the students from St Mary's NS in Arva, Co. Cavan. She caught up with students in Junior Infants, Senior Infants, 1st, 2nd and 3rd class and spoke to Senan, Shane, Noah, Brody, Jack, Eabha, Angel, Faye, Eoghan, Harry, Heidi , Sybil, Iarla, Harry, Elliot, William, Bobby, Ryan, Shay, Ellie, Max and Jack First of all,...

Well, Ireland is set to be hotter than Malaga this week and the mood is good. Beer gardens and beaches up and down the country are heaving, as people kick back and enjoy the limited-edition Irish Summer. Even our own president, Michael D Higgins has embraced his sunny side....

Would you watch a TV show based on John Delaney's life?! Well, the word broke last week that Champagne Football, the book about the infamous former FAI chief, was to be adapted into a drama. On this morning's show, the Gift Grub crew managed to get a little snippet of the very exciting trailer. Catch it here first!

Patrick Kielty has been named as the new host of The Late Late Show and this morning's Gift Grub saw some of the show's old reliables and regulars opening up about their delight. Dermot Bannon, Francis Brennan and Daniel O'Donnell amongst others, felt it was time for a freshen up....

It was an action-packed weekend for fans of the GAA. The Munster Hurling Championship brought some serious excitement, with a tight match between Limerick and Tipperary and a late point securing Clare's victory over Cork, for a place in the Munster final. Our resident GAA fan, Morgaaaan Freeman joined Ian to give him the full rundown...

Leinster fans were heartbroken this weekend, after Saturday's loss to La Rochelle in the European Rugby Champions Cup Final. La Rochelle coach, Ronan O'Gara joined Ian on the line this morning to commiserate...

This year, the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship has undergone some changes and the new format has been causing a bit of confusion. But fear not, Keith Duffy joined Ian this morning to clear it all up...

Katie Taylor brought Dundrum Town Centre to a standstill earlier this week, when she staged a public work-out, ahead of her much-anticipated fight on Saturday night. However, she joined Ian on the line this morning and explained how she was doing more than exercise out there; Penneys got a lash too!