The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show

On this morning's Gift Grub, 'Dancing With The Stars' judges, Arthur Gourounlian and Brian Redmond, joined Ian to give a full rundown on last night's escapades.

The big news this week was that iconic Dublin landmark, the Clerys' Clock has been restored to its former glory. The clock was once known as 'the' meeting spot for friends and lovers alike and this morning on Gift Grub, Christy Moore was standing underneath it, waiting for someone. Unfortunately, his friend was late but he met a few more characters...

In this morning's Gift Grub, former Republic of Ireland football manager Mick McCarthy joined Ian on the line on this to talk about his new gig in Blackpool.

Our Taoiseach Leo Varadkar turned 44 yesterday and the Gift Grub crew hit the town to celebrate. Panti Bar was rocking and the dancefloor was jammed, as the 'Who's Who' of Irish politics let their hair down. Happy Birthday Leo!

It seems that Paschal Donohoe is in a spot of bother for not declaring election expenses and he's very worried. So, he's taken this matter to the confession booth to see what the big man thinks of it.

Mairéad Ronan and Jenny Kelly, who long time listeners of Today FM will be *very* familiar with, are launching a brand new podcast, 'Jenny and Mairéad Now'. They joined Ian this morning to tell him all about it and what listeners can expect.

January has often been described as cruel and relentless but today we heard that it's actually criminal. On this morning's Gift Grub, Frank Greaney brought us some shocking and harrowing details about the month.

Ian was standing by this morning, all set and ready to discuss the Premier League, when he was blindsided by the Gift Grub gang because it's his BIRTHDAY! A few of the crew were on hand to surprise him and make a fuss of him on his big day.

Dancing With The Stars is back and judges Brian Redmond and Arthur Gourounlian joined Ian on Gift Grub this morning to give Ian a full run down on all the lights, camera and action!

Roy Keane was a guest on The Tommy Tiernan Show on Saturday night and he joined Ian on Gift Grub this morning to give his full appraisal of Tommy's performance. It turns out, he's not that happy. But, what's new there eh?

Celebrity architect Dermot Bannon joined Ian this morning to tell him all about the brand new series of 'Room To Improve', which kicked off last week. He also cleared up the rumour that he has a tap worth €1,200. All we'll say is there's no smoke without fire....

Leo Varakdar has admitted being 'too blunt' at times and reckons he needs to be a bit more careful with the things he says and how he says them. Luckily, Paschal Donohoe is on hand to give him a few pointers but it doesn't exactly go to plan...

Between the Netflix documentary, the recent release of his autobiography 'Spare' and the 'tell all' interviews, Prince Harry is certainly in demand at the moment. His phone has been hopping with well wishers and supporters and it seems lots of people want to speak to Haz...

With the discovery of a rat in the RTÉ canteen, hungry staff have been forced to fend for themselves - from the chipper in Donnybrook to Deliveroo.

Dancing With The Stars made a welcome return to our screens last night. Judges Brian and Arthur were on hand to relive all the highs, lows, the glitz and glam on this morning's Gift Grub.

With hospitals across Ireland struggling to manage the high levels of patients with flu, Covid and RSV, the official advice is for people to consider all medical options before attending an A&E Emergency Department. Leo, Paschal and the Gift Grub crew gave some clarity on the Government's stance on it.

On Gift Grub this morning, we heard from Leo Varadkar and his rendition of the Barry's Tea Christmas Ad. Does it make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside??

On Gift Grub this morning, Christy Moore joined Ian to put the memories of 2022 into a song. Take a listen for yourself and reminisce..

On Gift Grub this morning, Leo Varadkar, Micheál Martin, and a host of others joined Ian to discuss the new changes in Leinster House. Paschal Donohoe joined the discussion and showed them who the real boss is..

We got the original crew back together on Gift Grub this morning to dissect the World Cup Final. Eamon Dunphy, John Giles, and Liam Brady joined Ian and agreed that it was the Greatest World Cup final ever.

The Rodfather by Roddy Collins was named as Book of The Year this morning in the The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show End of Year Poll! In his long career as a football player and then manager, Roddy was often injured, many times sacked, and constantly on the move - but somehow always on the right side of football history! Have a listen to the moment his book was named 'Book of The Year'.

Bad Sisters has been crowned TV Show/Series of the Year on The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show End Of Year Poll 2022. Sharon Horgan, who wrote and stars in the show, joined Ian on the show this morning and was only delighted with the win! Apple TV+ confirmed back in November that we would be getting a second season, and Sharon told Ian this morning that we can expect a similar thriller storyline.

Are you a floating voter? Or are you a loyal political party voter? On Gift Grub this morning, we heard how Amazon is set to offer customers the option to set Alexa's voice to your favourite politician’s voice! Wake up to Micheál Martin telling you what the weather is like, Eamon Ryan letting you how long you're going to be stuck in traffic for, or Mary Lou McDonald letting you know what is left i...

On Gift Grub this morning, we joined Roy Keane in Qatar for the last episode of Radio Roy. He is defending himself after a video of him doing Karaoke in a nightclub in Qatar went viral. Have a listen to the vocals for yourself!!

On Gift Grub this morning, we took a trip to Dáil Éireann, where we heard from the Taoiseach and the gang. Micheál Martin and Leo Varadkar sang a duet as they prepare to swap positions.