The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Paschal Donohoe officially starts his new role at the World Bank today, leaving his Dublin Central seat open for contenders. Who will get the gig? Gerry Hutch has some thoughts on it. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian was joined by rugby commentator Donal Lenihan, who gave his take on the eventful game against the Spring Boks. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

On this morning's Gift Grub, Alison caught up with Keith Duffy. On the back of the Irish football draw, Keith was able to run through all the neccesary facts about Czechia, buddies!

It's Paschal Donohoe's last day in Ireland before he heads off to the World Bank. He called in to chat to his constituent Alison Curtis to say goodbye! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Shauna went out to the airport to meet the Irish football fans landing in from Budapest, Pauric from Galway was a passionate Waffle contestant, and Ian wondered about worst nightmares. Hit play now to hear the episode in full. Subscribe to The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show wherever you get your podcasts

Even though there is a big rugby match at the weekend, EVERYONE is obsessed with soccer, including the rugby fans. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Well, he's out of here! On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian bid a bittersweet farewell to Pascal Donohoe, as he prepares to take on a new role at the World Bank. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

On this morning's Gift Grub, Christy Moore joined Ian to give him an updated version of the beloved 'Joxer Goes To Stuttgart'. This time, Joxer's off to Budapest. Hit play now to relive this special moment.

On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian caught up with Donal Lenihan, who was still on a high after Ireland's performance at the Aviva on Saturday. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

This morning on Gift Grub, it was all about the man of the moment - Troy Parrott. Brian Kerr reminisced about the early days, and Robbie Keane was still singing in Gibneys!! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Fiona waffled her way to 1k, Shauna found herself in an awkward situation in Center Parcs, and Catherine Connolly already has her own teacosy! Hit play now to hear the episode in full. Subscribe to The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show wherever you get your podcasts.

Football fans across the country have been left speechless after Ireland's amazing win against Portugal last night. Some of the Gift Grub crew joined Ian this morning to recount the highlights. Hit play to hear the episode in full.

Earlier this week, Ryanair made a big move to ditch the boarding passes and shift to digital boarding passes. Michael O'Leary joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub and was his usual candid self. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Dave Moore released his second 'Bad Jokes' last week, and would you believe, it has already been adapted into a movie! On this morning's Gift Grub, we were treated to an exclusive look. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

On this morning's Gift Grub, it was all about the build-up for the World Cup qualifier between Ireland and Portugal. However, there's no sign of Roy Keane or Radio Roy! It seems Radio Robbie really is here to stay. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

On this morning's Gift Grub, chaos unfolded at Áras an Uachtaráin when President Michael D. Higgins refused to vacate the premises. There was only one man that could coax him out. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

The very talented Susan Banks from Tallaght, who was behind the massively popular Michael Tea Higgins tea cosy, has been hard at work. She has created something for our brand new President - 'Catherine Connell-Tea'. Susan joined Ian on the phone this morning to tell him all about it. She even offered to create the Ian Demps-tea for him! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

'I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here' is kicking off later this week, and on this morning's Gift Grub, Ian caught up with presenters Ant and Dec. He was also joined by podcaster Vogue Williams, who is rumoured to be heading down under. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian and Donal Lenihan caught up on Saturday's Ireland v Japan game. But it wasn't just the score that had everyone talking- the eye-catching haircuts of players caught people's eye too. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

There was plenty going on The Breakfast Show this week for you to catch up on. Ray Christie tries a game of Waffle, Ian hears all about the new Mummy movie, the retiring Baldy Barber calls in and Dave Moore sells us the benefits of a whole book of Bad Jokes! Enjoy whenever and wherever you listen.

The Arts Council should consider revising how they assess grant applications and has warned that comedians have been "frozen out". This is according to Minister for Culture and Arts Patrick O'Donovan. So, if it was brought in, just how would the application process work and who could qualify? Gift Grub investigates!

Miriam O'Callaghan has released her new memoir and it's flying off the shelves. Life, Work, Everything gives us a look inside the life of one of Ireland's most popular broadcasters. This morning, we heard some extracts from the audiobook with Bertie, Leo and even Tony Blair joining in.

The Ivan Yates controversy continues to rumble after he failed to disclose that he coached presidential candidate Jim Gavin before some media interviews. One person who was blindsided was Matt Cooper who co-hosted the Path to Power podcast with Yates. Will Matt and the pod survive without Ivan?

New Zealand got revenge on Ireland in Chicago on Saturday evening with a convincing win. Michael Flatley and Ronan O Gara joined Ian this morning to discuss what went wrong on the night.

Bon Jovi are coming back to Dublin's Croke Park on August 30th 2026. Ian sat down with Jon Bon Jovi this morning to hear what makes Irish audiences the best in the world as well as surprising Ireland's biggest Bon Jovi fan! Make sure you check out the videos on Today FM socials too. Enjoy!

The O'Sullivans went the whole way and were crowned Ireland's Smartest Surname 2025, Mary and her family were heading on an exciting trip, and Ian quizzed everyone on the things that we should throw out but can't / don't! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Well, the time has come. We must say goodbye to our wonderful President, Michael D Higgins. He joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Would you be confident enough to Waffle about Westlife? Will the Spice Girls ever reunite as a five-piece? How will Ireland's Smartest Surname pan out? Answer all those questions by listening now. Hit play to hear the episode in full.

With thousands of people gearing up to run the Dublin Marathon this weekend, Daniel O'Donnell joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub. He just doesn't get it! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

It's Presidential Election Week, and excitement is in the air! On this morning's Gift Grub, candidates Heather Humphreys and Catherine Connolly joined Ian (and a few other familiar voices) for a lively debate. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

With London gearing up to be the first European city to introduce driverless taxis, it won't be long before we have them here too! On this morning's Gift Grub, we got a little test drive. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

The Presidential election is just days away, and on this morning's Gift Grub, Michael D Higgins joined Ian to reflect on his time in office. Pascal Donohoe was also on hand to propose a wild idea – a rotating presidency! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Leinster lost to Munster in their Croke Park clash at the weekend, and whilst Donal Lenihan is celebrating, Johnny Sexton is absolutely fuming. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Leinster and Munster are facing off in Croke Park over the weekend, and between that, the American fooball and the gigs, Davy Fitz thinks it's a slippery slope for the GAA! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.