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Welcome to today, this is your captain speaking. With Iano at the helm, the Breakfast Show brings you up to speed on everything. News, sport, guests, giveaways, listener interaction and music - not to mention the legendary Gift Grub - all add to the mix of this 2-hour radio rollercoaster. Buckle up and come and have your breakfast.

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    Gift Grub: All Together Now Kicks Off!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 3:28


    All Together Now kicks off in Waterford.Local legend John Mullanne joins us from the festival.

    Gift Grub: The Struggles of Parenting

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 3:53


    In today's episode of Gift Grub, we dive into the chaotic world of parentingSome familiar voices share their struggles!

    Gift Grub: Happy Birthday Micheál Martin

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 3:58


    On Gift Grub today Ian is celebrating a special milestone with Taoiseach Micheál Martin on his 65th birthday! Plus he shares the secret to his glowing skin!

    Gift Grub: What Is Going On With Simon Harris?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 3:44


    Heated chats are going on between Micheál and Pascal on today's episode of Gift Grub.Micheál is getting rather frustrated at Simon Harris stealing his thunder.

    Gift Grub: We're At The Galway Races

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 4:17


    The race is on!And new this year is a Ryanair tent and plenty of celebrity appearances.Plus the Presidential stakes race is not one to miss!

    Johnny Sexton Shares Secrets to Lions Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 3:03


    With Kerry's incredible All Ireland win and the Lions victory in Oz, we have a sporting special on Gift Grub today!

    Its Kerry Gold!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 4:00


    Kerry take home the Sam Maguire on this episode of Gift Grub! And everyone has something to say about it!

    Entertainment news, Waffle and a Painter in Carlow

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 9:01


    We've got news on Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson, Stuart in Kildare tries his hand at Waffle and a belter for a kickstarter!

    Big Win For Tipp, Brat Bride and Best Bits!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 10:10


    Iano is back this week!Plus, Tipp kickstarts the nation, we waffle about Irish venues and Shauna has your entertainment updates!

    Gift Grub:Trump Wants A Ticket!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 2:14


    The chaos around the search for All Ireland Tickets continues! And our friends across the water has something to say about it!

    Gift Grub: Rugby Fever Is Here!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 3:06


    Get ready for a wild weekend of rugby as the Lions take on Australia in the first test down under! Some recognisable voices are joining us on Gift Grub today to cheer on the Lions!

    Gift Grub: The Ticket Catfish!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 4:08


    Gift Grub today is investigating the ticket scams for the All Ireland Final, with none other than The 2 Johnnies! Hit play now to enjoy the full episode.

    Gift Grub: It's Madness At The Open!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 4:25


    Anyone and everyone is at the Open in Portrush on this week's Gift Grub.But can the players concentrate during marching season?

    Gift Grub: What Is Going On With The Presidential Race?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 3:53


    As more speculation arises around the presidential race, who knows how to race will actually turn out!Well... The Wolfe Tones do!

    Gift Grub: The All Ireland Finalists Have Been Decided!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 2:25


    Donegal vs Kerry will go head to head next weekend!The very best from the final counties join Paula for today's Gift Grub.

    Gift Grub: It's Too Hot For Michael D Higgins!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 1:40


    Its a heatwave in Ireland and Michael D Higgins is not happy with it!He's working on a solution.

    Gift Grub: All Ireland Semi Finals with Marty Morrissey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 2:12


    Can Tyrone beat Kerry? Pat Spillanne has the answersCan Meath beat Donegal? Tommy Tiernan has the answers

    Gift Grub: Happy Birthday Johnny Sexton!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 1:51


    Gift Grub has hacked into Johnny's voicemails!Plenty of birthday messages from familiar voices.

    Gift Grub: Roy Keane On Tour

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 3:30


    Roy Keane sold out The Marquee and we get a behind the scenes tour of the show!We never knew he was such a diva!

    Gift Grub: Does Ireland Have Nukes?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 4:40


    Trump has implemented 200% tariffs on pharmaceuticals. But Pascal won't stand for it...

    Gift Grub: It's That Wimbledon Time Of Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 3:51


    We're off to Wimbledon with Gift Grub today! But some familiar voices are 'competing' this year.

    Gift Grub: Oasis Tour Kickoff!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 3:22


    Everyone is talking about the first Oasis gig in Cardiff! Some familiar voices join Paula on the show to share the best bits.

    Gift Grub: Cork's Epic Victory

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 2:07


    Morgan Freeman joins Paula to give us the run down to last weekend's sporting victories!Hit play now to enjoy the full episode.

    Gift Grub: Can Cork Rise Against the Dubs?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 3:33


    Keith Duffy and Ronan Keating join Ian to chat about the much anticipated match this weekend! Plus our very own Matt Cooper is in to support the Cork team, or is it the Dubs?Hit play now to enjoy the full episode.

    Oasis Is Back!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 8:59


    Oasis is playing in Cardiff and an amazing Waffle winner! What a week!Hit play now to enjoy the full episode.

    Gift Grub: Happy 4th of July!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 3:44


    President Trump joins Ian for a special 4th of July celebration! Hit play now to enjoy the full episode.

    Dessie Cahill Brings Us The Biggest Movie Releases!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 7:40


    A whole list of Irish football films are on the way to our screens. Dessie has the run down of everything we need to know.Hit play now to enjoy the full episode.

    Gift Grub: What Would The Taoiseach Smell Like?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 5:07


    With Trump releasing a second fragrance, we join Micheál Martin on PrimeTime with Miriam O'Callaghan to discuss the Kerry Gold scandal and the release of his very own fragrance.

    "Row Hard Or Go Home"; The Non-Stop Row Around Ireland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 10:47


    We have Diarmuid O Briain joining Ian to share the struggles of the lads rowing round Ireland, a jetsetting kickstarter and a football heavy Waffle.

    Gift Grub: Cabinet Review Chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 4:15


    The cabinet bring in an outside consultant to analyse the government's achievements so far this year. Health, housing, and the children's hospital are all being scrutinised.

    Gift Grub: Joe Duffy for President?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 4:56


    With so many people stepping down from roles, who is going to step up to present Liveline, who's going to manage Dublin's Senior Football, and who's going to be president? Maybe they just need to swap...Hit play now to enjoy the full episode.

    Gift Grub: Morgan Freeman's GAA Take

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 3:11


    We've had an unforgettable weekend of GAA action! But to top it off, surprise guest Morgan Freeman drops in, to give us his thoughts on the games. Hit play now to enjoy the full episode.

    Gift Grub: Joe Duffy Signs Off

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 5:49


    It's a big day for Irish broadcasting as we bid farewell to the beloved Joe Duffy on his final day of Liveline!But who should take over from the legend?

    Gift Grub: John Giles Hangs Up The Headphones

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 3:25


    Celebrating the football icon John Giles with a party... in a bath?

    Gift Grub: Notorious Gangster Becomes Irish Citizen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 4:06


    Ian brings us a glimpse into a heated discussion on The Last Word as they discuss the controvercial case surrounding none other than Dave "The Edge" Evans, who's making headlines as he applies for Irish citizenship.But don't be fooled—behind the beanie hat lies a mastermind connected to a notorious gang, with a leader known to the authorities as Bono!

    Gift Grub: Damien Duff' Shocking Departure Explained!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 4:11


    Damien Duff's phone is blowing up with people famous voices checking in since his shock departure.But will we get an answer to the question we all want to know... 'why'?

    Danny Boyle Sharing 28 Years Later Exclusives!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 7:17


    Ian chats to Danny Boyle all about his new horror film " 28 Years Later" and the upcoming sequel starring Cillian Murphy! "28 Years Later" follows the few uninfected left trying to fight for survival, featuring a star-studded cast including Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Ralph Fiennes.

    Gift Grub: What A Weekend For The Hurling!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 3:59


    Marty Morrisey is outside Croke Park to give us the rundown on the incredible Dublin win this weekend.Fintan O'Toole and Davy Fitz also join Ian to share their congratulations on the win.

    Gift Grub: The Great EuroMillions Debate!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 3:36


    Roy Keane and Ray Darcy weigh in on the huge Cork EuroMillions win! Would they come forward and claim the money?

    Gift Grub: Zach Bryan Is Causing Outrage!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 5:05


    Some famous voices share their thoughts on Zach's growing fame and the excitement surrounding his shows. Will they embrace the country star? Hit play now to enjoy the full episode.

    Gift Grub: Bertie Is Obsessed With The Euromillions News!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 2:20


    Bertie had purchased 73 tickets to big €250,000 Euro Millions win... What could a life changing sum like that do for the country?Hit play now to enjoy the full episode.

    Gift Grub: Bankers Rejoice!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 4:00


    The £500,000 banker pay cap is officially scrapped and Finance Minister Pascal Donoghue announces the good news to the bankers!It's a party all round!Hit play now to enjoy the full episode.

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