Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis

Glenda Gilson, former model and Xposé presenter has a very different life now. She was once jetting off up to three times a week doing crazy work hours going from fashion shoots to famous shouts. Now, she is doing Zoom interviews in the car after being chased by a small fella wielding a tin-whistle and blowing it so hard she had to run out of the house! Glenda chats about how Motherhood has brough...

Katherine Ryan is one of the world's best and most accomplished Stand-Ups. She is also an Actor, writer, TV presenter and panelist and has managed to let her talent shine in an impossibly competitive industry. Her new show on Prime Video called 'Backstage With Katherine Ryan' is a fascinating concept. Katherine Ryan combines her stand-up routine with all the behind-the-scenes gossip, as she invite...

How would you fancy re-sitting junior cert maths? Now, imagine sitting it at 11 years old. Cara Darmody is doing just that all in aid of helping those with autism and their families. But she hasn't stopped there. She's set to meet the Tánaiste next Thursday to discuss the changes she would like to see made. If you'd like to support Cara on her mission you can donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/...

How do you fancy saving a few quid on your food bills? This week Alison was joined by online sensation Ruth Whelan AKA 'Mrs Hawkins House' to discuss just that! Ruth tells Alison her top saving tips and how you can make 28 meals a week for just over 15eur a head. Sounds like a bargain to us. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/21114303/Mrs-Hawkins-Podcast.mp3"][/audio] Hit play...

Lili  is one of Irelands top photographers and foodie instagrammers @liliforberg She has reached unimaginable success for something that was once a hobby. After much support from fans and friends and after two years she has released a new book (see below) it is currently No. 1 in Ireland! The book includes fuss free recipes for busy families, that mean you don’t have to source specialist ingredien...

Lucy Hawking is a science educator, journalist, documentary maker, campaigner and author. The series of children's books she wrote with her Dad Stephen, ‘George’s Secret Key to the Universe’ was a global hit. Over 400,000 books worldwide translated into 38 languages. Now, she releases a brand new book called ‘Princess Olivia Investigates: The Wrong Weather’ Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast chatt...

People around the country have definitely started booking off holiday time and many might not exactly know where to go! Travel restrictions are easing. The industry is really bouncing back, outpacing predictions. This has caused some problems too!! See Dublin Airport delays, hospitality staffing issues, price pressures in peak season. However, the need to get a holiday tops everything. Home or abr...

Every year we resurrect ourselves for Easter. But, what's the best way to cook the lamb? And the best dessert? Top Telly chef and farmer foodie favourite Catherine Fulvio tells Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast: [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/16120727/TDFM-J9-CATHERINE-FULVIO-FINAL.mp3"][/audio]

When Bridgerton first hit Netflix it was the most streamed show ever before a certain Squid Game came along. It has been a phenomenon and season two kicked off this weekend. Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast had the privilege of taking a promenade walk with members of the cast. Adjoa Andoh (Lady Danbury) Ruth Gemmell (Violet Bridgerton) & Golda Rosheuvel (Queen Charlotte) Luke Newton (Colin B...

The VHi Women's Mini Marathon 2022 will be emotional. After the last few years being a virtual event this will be the first time since Covid struck that it will finally be live again. Roz Purcell is this year's Ambassador and says that with so many people together for such a positive occasion it is sure to get emotional! Being a hiking hero Roz also tells Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast some to...

Serena Terry is a true Derry Girl! The Tik-Tok / Instagram superstar has made a playful post of some daily Mum themed comedy sketches into a brilliant book. The creator of viral sensation 'Mammy Banter' spoke to Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast. She talks about imposter syndrome, turning Tik Toks into a book ()it incudes a Derryisms glossary!), dealing with anxiety, solidarity with Mums all over...

Homelessness in Ireland has increased by 9% in the last year. In the last 6 months: 5 people became homeless every day 2 children became homeless every day One family became homeless every day One family became homeless every day in the last 6 months.  2,500 CHILDREN are living in emergency accommodation. These are the reasons TodayFM created 'The Big Busk' campaign. CEO Pat Dennigan spoke to Alis...

The Eagles classic Hotel California clocks in at a whopping 6:30 Just imagine holding your breath for close to that! The pandemic has reshaped a lot of our lives and made us consider many things in work and life. Some of us even gained new talents and none more so than this incredible woman from Waterford. Kathy MacDonald who set 10 new Irish Freediving records including holding her breath underwa...

Keith Brymer-Jones has a fabulous story to tell. Most people will know him as the Judge from The Great Pottery Throw Down who gets tearful over terracota! If there a piece of pottery he loves then he has no hesitation in creating an emotional bond. The Channel 4 show hosted by our very own Siobhán McSweeney (Sister Michael in Derry Girls). She broke her leg so Ellie Taylor took over presenting dut...

TACOS! Ireland has fallen in love with Mexican food. And nobody knows this better than Lily Ramirez-Foran! She has just published her first book 'TACOS' in Ireland and it already has a fan in Telly chef superstar Nigella Lawson. Lily joined Weekend Breakfast to tell us more about herself, her story and all about Mexican cuisine. PRESS PLAY TO LISTEN TO CHAT [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/u...

Nadia Caterina Munno aka The Pasta Queen is a linguine legend! The Italian born chef now based in California reigns supreme: She has amassed over 2m followers on Insta 250k subscribers on YouTube 2.1 million followers and 35 million likes on Tik-Tok She looks like Sofia Vergara is just as hilarious and LOVES sharing her Italian roots! Pasta La Vista baby what's not to love! Weekend Breakfast caugh...

We absolutely love Kellie Harrington. The gold medal winning Olympian has a knockout personality and an inspiring outlook on life. Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis spoke to her about her role as brand ambassador for Spar and their  'Better Choices' campaign. She talks passionately about how Irish boxing has more than any other sport saved the lives of young people in this country. Boxing clubs...

Fiona Bergin is BIG in the Agri-Tik Tok scene! The 23-year-old from Kilkenny already has 6.6 m views of her and her calves. (no not her own she's not a fitness influencer) it's her COWS. That's a big herd of followers! Fiona spoke to Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast about why she thinks it got so big, how much she loves her animals and how the city and country debate in Ireland is ongoing... som...

The Daly Dish join us for a chat – Gina and Karol Daly are a couple of our favourite people! They have two number 1 selling books The Daly Dish and The Daly Dish Rides Again. And even a best selling Food Diary WARNING: Don't listen hungry or you'll eat the speakers! ;-) [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/01/22113458/TDFM-J9-DALY-DISH-FULL-USE-JAN-22.mp3"][/audio]   Check out...

It is time to start dreaming and planning for trips in 2022. However,  what is realistic? What are some top tips?  Is there some serious bucket worthy experiences to look forward to? Irish Independent Travel Editor Pol O Conghaile joined Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis to give us hope! JUST PRESS PLAY TO LISTEN [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/01/16124933/POL-TRAVEL-FOR-202...

"A story about Ireland, love, murder, & potatoes!" Whistle Through the Shamrocks takes every Irish cliché of every stage play and  movie and dials it up to 100! Written and created by Derry Girls and Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan and playwright Camilla Whitehill. The star studded cast is fabulous. (see below) Jonathan Van Ness plays a Banshee! Ah beggorah! Alison Curtis and Weekend Breakfast...

The most colourful woman Ireland set herself a challenge for this month to dress up using different household items every day for the month. Taryn De Vere has matched herself to a tube of toothpaste, an orange sink unblocker bottle, a tin of beans and a carton of Donegal fresh milk! Her creativity knows no bounds especially if you're housebound! This will Inspire anyone affected by isolation at ho...

Chef Shane Smith has some simple bakes that will brighten up your month. Who better to bake our way into January 2022 than one of our favourite guests. Three easy to follow recipes for you to complete alongside your kids or as a simple solo treat. Alison Curtis caught up with Shane for some baking banter ... what better subject is there! WARNING: Mouth watering may occur.  See Below for recipes. F...

Neven Maguire is now a best friend of the show. We love him on Weekend Breakfast. Every year it's become tradition for him to share his Christmas dinner wisdom. Grab a pen or open notes on your phone! Just Press Play and get start licking your lips! WARNING: Your tummy will rumble. It's the tastiest podcast you''ll hear! Neven Top Tips Include: ✅ How to prevent a dry bird. The biggest fear...

Gillian Anderson is one of the world's biggest stars. She came to huge fame as Dana Scully in X-Files back in the 90s and since the she has graced many TV shows and movies. She even played Margaret Thatcher in The Crown and now she plays another villain in the new Aardman movie, Robin Robin. Being a superfan of Aardman Animations it was easy for her to snap up the role of 'Cat' but had no idea she...