The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show

 The results of the annual Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show End Of Year Poll are in! Click now to find out what was named song, gig, movie, podcast, and sports moment of the year.

Our Shauna headed off to meet a selection of students from Junior Infants, Senior Infants, first and second class at Saint Conleth’s Infant school in Newbridge for a Christmas special of Shauna's School Run. She spoke to Fionn, Olivia, Iris, Duje, Elise, Theo, Charlotte, Billy, Jacob, Mason, Penny, Daisy May, Ethan, Eoghan, Adah, Eoghan, Sophia, Emily, Oliver, Archie, Hudson, Erin, Cian, and Maeve...

With Mo Salah's future at Liverpool looking uncertain, some of the club's legends gathered together, united in song. Their wish is simple: STAY MO! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Daniel O'Donnell loves a good rant, and he had another go on this morning's Gift Grub. This time, it was the RTÉ TV Christmas schedule and...fast ads. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Dancing with the Stars is coming back in January, and judges Brian, Arthur, and Karen are ready to rock! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

With the Breakfast Show Poll of the Year approaching, Gift Grub's Miriam has gone into full-on canvassing mode. She's pushing for the 'Book of the Year' award AND the 'Person of the Year'. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Ian Dempsey is joined by none other than former President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins, as he transitions from being President to a regular citizen again. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

The news broke last week that Daniel O'Donnell had decided to shut down his long-running fan club. Although he cannot stress enough that he is NOT retiring, his fans have worked themselves into hysterics at the thought of losing their precious Daniel. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Well, Christmas Party Season is in full swing. Luckily for us, the Gift Grub microphones were out and about and managed to pick up some of the magic at a few of the high-profile bashes! Hit play now to hear the episode.

Ian Dempsey hit the road, and this morning, he was broadcasting live from St Mogue's NS in Cavan. What a special morning it was - memories to last a lifetime. Ian caught up with some of the Gift Grub crew, as well as some of the amazing pupils and staff at St Mogue's. Hit play now to hear the best bits.

Irish football stars Robbie Keane and Steve Staunton joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub, and the World Cup dreams are alive and well. In fact, Stan has a few big brand deals that depending on Ireland qualifying! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Roy Keane was obviously one of the stars of Friday's Late Late Toy Show, but what did he make of the experience? Well, he joined Ian on the line for this morning's Gift Grub to give his full review. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Ian heard the latest from the elves on the shelves, caught up with 11-year-old Sam from Girona in Spain, and revealed that he's heading to Cavan for a very special Christmas broadcast. Subscribe to The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show wherever you get your podcasts

On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian was joined by a whole host of the crew, who revealed their Spotify Wrapped stats! Hit play now to hear the episode in full!

Earlier this week, Ryanair announced the decision to scrap their Prime Membership scheme, just eight months after launch. It seems that customers were saving too much money! Michael O'Leary joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub to give him a full explanation. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

The draw for the 2027 Rugby World Cup took place yesterday and on this morning's Gift Grub, rugby legends Donal Lenehan, Ronan O'Gara, and Rob Kearney joined Ian to share their thoughts on what this draw means for the team. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian heard from our new Minister for Finance, Simon Harris. Simon seems to be struggling with the new gig. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

The Late Late Toy Show is on this Friday night and houses all over the country are gearing up for it, but who needs the real thing when you've got the Gift Grub version! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian caught up with Liverpool legend, Steven Gerrard. After a particularly bad season for Liverpool, Ian wondered what Stevie made of it all....Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Katie Taylor joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub! After her appearance on the Late Late Show on Friday, Katie shared her journey of finding love and navigating marriage with Ian. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Roy Keane announced a new gig this week, a conversation with Roddy Doyle at the 3Arena, if you don't mind! On this morning's Gift Grub, he joined Ian and decided to give away a few tickets to the show. However, Ann and Con made things a little difficult. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian Dempsey caught up with newly appointed Minister for Finance, Simon Harris. Simon has a question for Paschal Donohoe, who is already knee deep in World Bank business. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Ian caught up with rugby legend Johnny Sexton about the RDS Arena being renamed the Laya Arena, his cherished memories of playing at the venue, the Irish rugby team's recent performances, and next year's World Cup. Hit play now to hear the chat in full.

Roy Keane and his 'Stick To Football' crew have decided to take on Raye's classic 'Where Is My Husband?'. But, instead of looking for a husband, they are wondering where Jamie's team Liverpool, has gone! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

With the departure of Ivan Yates, our very own Matt Cooper is on the hunt for a new co-host. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.