Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis

Lilly Higgins joined us LIVE from Electric Picnic where she is part of the Theatre Of Food. Aisling Bea said of Lilly's new book: “Things to see, eat smell and do I am a long time lover of Lilly Higgins recipes and now all these great home tips and tasty treats in one place. Its like all my favourite bits of instagram but in one handy book"

Nadiya Hussein's life changed forever when she entered and then won the 2015 Great British Bake Off. Since that day Nadiya has presented her own hugely popular cookery shows that include 'Fast Flavours', 'Nadiya Bakes' and 'Nadiya's Time To Eat' plus 'Nadiya's American Adventure' and 'Nadiya's Asian Odyssey' She has also published SEVENTEEN books. She is a busy, busy lady but she took the time out...

Some schools have already gone back but all will be back at some stage this week. So who better to talk us through some top tips on settling our kids back into the classroom and into a routine than Parenting and Early Childhood Education Expert Dr. Mary O’Kane! drmaryokane.ie Alison spoke to her on Weekend Breakfast.

It's nearly time to jump around...but it needn't be a house of pain!! It's Sunday evening and you have the feet up and the telly is on to the new boxset.. then suddenly you remember..."Aaaarrrgghhh!! School lunches!!" Well fear not. Here to help us gear up for the marathon ahead… best selling author and owner of a cookery school - Jolene Cox aka One Yummy Mummy She has all the best tips oneyummymu...

Finally, a show to rival The Rose Of Tralee! Weekend Breakfast scoured every county in Ireland to find the best man or "Bros(e)" to come on air and display their greatest talent! Alison welcomed John in Limerick ( a truck driver by day and as silky voiced as Celine Dion by night!) and another John in Cork (a Lab Manager who is very well respected in his field...literally) He really mooved us to te...

Aine Duffy is one of the most creative self-starting musicians in Ireland. She created her Duffbox (a converted Donkey Box) during the pandemic while searching for a way to continue gigging safely. She also built her own passive home for 12k! The Duffbox is still on tour, it’s been great fun, to see the people’s faces alone with the happiness and the craic. Áine Duffy will play for hundreds of chi...

The most important part of Weekend Breakfast is you guys! We LOVE engagement with our listeners whether they are on the way to sports practice, or music event, or sitting at home with a cup of tea. Wherever you are we love to hear from you. And sometimes you guys are listening in the strangest places - and this has to be the most unique ever! This week we got a slimey email or I should say Snail M...

"CHEEEEEESE!" Aardman Animation has embedded itself into popular movie culture with memorable characters like Wallace & Gromit, Shaun The Sheep, and many more. George Watson is one of the genius minds behind Aardman. He is a model maker responsible for many of their best works including Chicken Run 2 which he has just finished working on!

Ever heard of the new game graveyard? If you haven't Emma Doran tells Alison all about it in today's show. For the full chat click the play button above

He is 'All Fired Up' with his new show on RTE on Tuesdays. Nico spoke to Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast about his Roscommon and Jamaican heritage and his travels which have inspired his life as one of the country's best barbecue chefs. "I grew up with the meat and potatoes but my Mam would always throw on a little something special like the Jamaican hot sauce and I then spent time in South Ame...

Tọlá Okogwu is beyond excited about the news that her new book has already been acquired by Netflix. It will be produced by Will Smith and David Oyelowo and it is only published THIS MONTH! Wow. The book' Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun' has been described as Black Panther Meets Percy Jackson Meets The X-Men (with a little bit of Umbrella Academy thrown in!) and is gripping, thrilling, unexpecte...

Dublin Bus and its employees have a new community partnership with LGBT Ireland for Pride 2022. It features a diverse group of LGBTQ+ community members, including Dublin Bus employees with the person who has always been there for them and who has grown alongside their journey - somebody who’s been there through the good times, the bad times and all the times in-between providing unrelenting suppor...

We spotted this heart warming and inspiring Tweet about a Limerick Dad going back to school! Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis spoke to son Shane and Dad Peter about this courageous return to do his Leaving Cert again. A very proud son on Father's Day: Please send good wishes out to the powers that be that my Dad, Peter, flies through his #LeavingCert2022 Art History exam at 2.00pm! 🍀 So crazy...

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...