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This week, Ciara and Shane were joined by presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Today FM, Alison Curtis and Off the Ball's Ger Gilroy to look back on the week that was, but with a few twists…
52-year-old Riad Bouchaker has been found guilty of the attempted murder of three children at Parnell Square in Dublin in November 2023.Mr. Bouchaker was also found guilty of stabbing Leanne Flynn, a childcare worker who was trying to protect the children, and of assaulting two other children and a teenager who intervened in the incident.Frank Greaney, Today FM's Courts Correspondent, speaks to Matt about the verdict, which was reached after almost five hours of deliberations.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the piece.
Lunchtime Live's Reasons to be Happy looks at some of the news stories that you might have missed that will leave you feeling more optimistic.Today FM's Cathal Minogue joined Andrea in the studio to put a smile on your faces…
Send us Fan MailIf you grew up in Ireland during the 80's, then you will no doubt remember listening to Jim O'Neill on RTÉ 2fm. From a career that initially began in the music industry Jim was part of the launch team of 2FM in May 1979, before going onto present shows for stations that included Radio Nova, Century Radio, 98FM and Today FM.In this weeks edition, Jim sits down with Luke at the formers home in County Wicklow to talk about his radio life. From getting the bug and being part of the launch team of RTÉ 2fm and Century Radio. Creating a character called The Thing, working with Chris Cary on Radio Nova and why he never fancied a career in the UK. Joining 98FM and returning to national radio with Today FM, before returning to local radio with East Coast FM.Catch Jim every Sunday Mornings for Solid Gold Sunday on East Coast FM Also listen to some of Jim's production work here on Soundcloud.
Today FM's Listener of the Month celebrates the brilliant people who tune in every day. Each month, we shine a spotlight on one standout listener from our community, whether they have shared a great story, made us laugh, or simply been a loyal supporter. It is our way of saying thanks for listening. June's Listener of the Month is Karen from Boston, who has been listening to Today FM since falling in love with the station on a recent trip to Ireland. Dave caught up with Karen to chat about the incredible atmosphere in Boston as Scottish fans descended on the city for the World Cup.
The former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has been found guilty of 18 child sex abuse charges, including rape.The jury of five women and seven men returned with the verdict on Monday afternoon after ten hours of deliberations.Jamie O'Hara, Today FM reporter and Stephen Walker, former political correspondent at the BBC join Matt on The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the piece.
Today FM reporter Emily Keegan joins The Last Word to outline what was heard on the fourth day of the trial of Riad Bouchaker who is accused of the attempted murder of three children on Dublin's Parnell Square in November 2023. Bouchaker has pleaded not guilty to eight charges including assaulting two other children, a passerby and a crèche worker. He also denies being in possession of a knife.Hear the full report by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
This week, Ciara and Shane were joined by presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Today FM, Alison Curtis and Off the Ball's Cameron Hill to look back on the week that was, but with a few twists…
Well, over the years, Ian Dempsey's Today FM Ski Trip became famous for its matchmaking properties and the sheer amount of couples that ended up hitched after it! Ian was joined on the line by Mary Walsh this morning, who is marrying the love of her life today - the lovely Cormac, who she met on the slopes, with Iano! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
Mayhem has certainly disrupted regular Today FM programming this week with presenters gatecrashing other shows, left, right and centre. I caught up with the Gift Grub crew to see what they made of it all….Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
This week, Ciara Doherty was joined by the presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Today FM, Alison Curtis and Entertainment Journalist Brian Lloyd to look back on the week that was, but with a few twists…
Love them or loathe them, we are all in WhatsApp groups.Whether it's for family, school, sports, work or parties, there seems to be a text group for everything…It begs the question: have we had enough of the WhatsApp groups?Joining Ciara Doherty to discuss is presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Today FM, Alison Curtis.
Former garda Paul Moody who abused and terrorised his former partner and the mother of his child over a number of years has been jailed for four years.This sentence marks the second time Moody has been jailed for abuse of a partner. In 2022, he was sentenced to three years and three months for coercive control of his former girlfriend, Nicola Hanney.Frank Greaney, Today FM courts correspondent, joins The Last Word to discuss today's sentencing. Hear the full conversation by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Enjoy the madness of Today FM's up-close-and-personal show with Westlife.Shane Filan, Nicky Byrne and Cian Egan joined Dave — alongside a room full of devoted fans — in Toners Pub for a brilliant morning packed with stories, laughs and plenty of craic.
This week, Ciara and Shane were joined by the presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Today FM, Alison Curtis and Off the Ball's Ger Gilroy to look back on the week that was, but with a few twists…
Westlife's Nicky Byrne, Kian Egan and Shane Filan join Alison Curtis in studio on Weekend Breakfast for a brilliant chat — and plenty of laughs — as they mark 25 years together, from the early days to The Ultimate Collection and the memories fans still share with them.The lads reminisce about first meetings (including Grease in Sligo), those early auditions, and what it's like now that their kids are all grown up enough to be backstage — and even have their own group chat.Plus: Shane's advice for young musicians and parents, and Kian explains the now-viral moment he helped push a pregnant woman's car at Supermac's.Westlife's record breaking 3Arena run kicks off this September 10th. ‘25 - The Ultimate Collection' is out now.TodayFM's very special one-off live show 'Up Close and Personal With Westlife' takes place on The Dave Moore Show Friday 15th May. Tune in from 9am.
'Nicky has a whole truck load of bad jokes'Dave Moore is getting close and personal with Westlife on May 15th at a secret location!
Do you find yourself rewatching the same TV show over and over again? Why do our brains like rewatching the same things?Joining Andrea to discuss their favourite comfort TV shows and why they love rewatching them is Today FM's Alison Curtis and Newstalk's Rory Galvin.
Today FM's Listener of the Month celebrates the brilliant people who tune in every day. Each month, we shine a spotlight on one standout listener from our community, whether they have shared a great story, made us laugh, or simply been a loyal supporter. It is our way of saying thanks for listening. April's Listener of the Month is Cormac Melia from Laois, who joined Ian to Kickstart the Nation. He spoke about his recent role as head coach of Gallen United AFC and the fantastic work the club is doing within the local community. Hear more from Cormac by hitting play now.
Welcome to The Pod Squad!We review podcasts every week so you always have something new to listen to.Newstalk's Ellen Butler and Shannon Kenny from Today FM joined guest host Anna Daly to review ‘I'm Grand Mam'!Image: Acast
What age is ‘old'?With people living longer, many adults will be feeling younger for longer, but there is nothing like Gen Z to humble you… According to a survey in the UK, young people now consider 53 to be old.So, do you agree?Joining guest host Anna Daly to discuss is Broadcaster, Writer and Comedy Storyteller Barbara Scully and Today FM's Cathal O'Sullivan.
Believe it or not, someone at Today FM turned down the chance to feature on this brand-new show…Dave caught up with Dermot Bannon to chat about his latest RTÉ series, Dermot Bannon's Celebrity Super Spaces.
This week, Shane was joined by the presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Today FM, Alison Curtis and Off the Ball's Ger Gilroy to look back on the week that was, but with a few twists…
This week, Ciara and Seán were joined by the presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Today FM, Alison Curtis and Saoirse Hanley, Columnist with the Irish Independent, to look back on the week that was, but with a few twists…
On this morning's show, Ian was joined by the now legendary David Gray for a chat and a very special live session. David brings his 'Past and Present' tour to Ireland in June, with dates in Cork's Marquee, Dublin's Fairview Park, and Belfast's SSE Arena, and tickets for all dates are available on Ticketmaster. It's worth noting that White Ladder is STILL the biggest-selling album in Irish Chart History! What a record to hold. Listen back now to hear the interview and the stunning live performance. Sit back and enjoy.
This week, Ciara and Shane were joined by the presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Today FM, Alison Curtis and Saoirse Hanley, Columnist with the Irish Independent, to look back on the week that was, but with a few twists…
We told you we were gonna do it! It's April Fools DAVE, a radio show hosted by 3 Daves! It's a bumper pod day as Dave Hammond and Dave Duke head over to Today FM to take on Dave Moore's Musicmaster game!
This week, Ciara and Shane were joined by the presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Today FM, Alison Curtis and Off the Ball's Ger Gilroy to look back on the week that was, but with a few twists…
Labhraíonn Seán Ó Dubhchon faoin 'Top 100 Irish Songs' bailithe agus roghnaithe ag éisteoirí Today FM. Cad a bhí in easnamh? Ar roghnaíodh na hamhráin chearta? Éist le tuairimí Chuáin agus Sheáin anseo!
Not bad Dara, not bad! Tuck into Tuesday's edition of Dave's Bad Jokes.
Today FM is taking over Copperface Jacks next Thursday night for a massive night of football, as the Republic of Ireland face Czechia in a crucial World Cup qualifier. Before kick-off, Ian and Mario will hit the stage and they'll be joined by some of the Gift Grub gang! Mick McCarthy is already talking cocktails, and Brian Kerr is angling for a DJ set. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
'I wrote the verses to fit into their idea of thinking they'd like to be back home'Dave chats to Leo Moran from The Saw Doctors about N17 featuring on Today FM's 100 Greatest Irish Songs.
This week, Ciara and Shane were joined by the presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Today FM, Alison Curtis and Off the Ball's Ger Gilroy to look back on the week that was, but with a few twists…
Musician and composer Colm Mac Con Iomaire, is the latest inductee into the Last Word Culture Club.He talks to Matt about being a founding member of The Frames (numbers 92 and 31 in Today FM's 100 Greatest Irish Songs) and working with The Swell Season before launching his solo career. Colm also discusses his favourite movies, books and music, including a once in a lifetime festival at Tramore in 1993.To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.
The Today FM countdown of the 100 Greatest Irish Songs is heating up.On this morning's Gift Grub, Louis Walsh drops in with classic chaos while former bookie Ivan Yates joins with the latest “odds” as the Cranberries surge, U2 hover… and the bookies panic over a massive Wolf Tones bet that stops everything.
As Iran continues to fire drones and missiles across the Gulf region, Irish stars including Marty Morrissey, Ryan Tubridy and Caelan Doris offered their best wishes to the thousands of Irish people living in the UAE.Emily Keegan, Today FM news reporter, and Dave Hanratty, podcast producer and host of No Encores podcast, join The Last Word to discuss this and more of the week's trending stories.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
This week, Ciara and Shane were joined by the presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Today FM, Alison Curtis and Off the Ball's Ger Gilroy to look back on the week that was, but with a few twists…
This week, Ciara and Shane were joined by the presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Today FM, Alison Curtis and Off the Ball's Ger Gilroy to look back on the week that was, but with a few twists…
Today FM is getting ready for St. Patrick's Day with a huge countdown: the 100 greatest Irish songs of all time, voted by you.After Dustin the Turkey's top five earlier in the week, Iano gets another brilliant list — this time from Mairead Ronan, who's dodged the school run and is ready to argue the case for some absolute classics.Get voting at todayfm.com/Irish.
Today FM is counting down the 100 greatest Irish songs of all time, and a full-on canvassing war has broken out, with the biggest names in Irish music going door-to-door looking for your number one. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
Wuthering Heights, starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, has been met with mixed reviews since its release last Friday. However, critics have lauded Charli xcx for her accompanying album and her ability to pivot away from her 2024 record 'Brat'. John Caddell and Dee Reddy speak to Matt on The Last Word to have their say.Elsewhere, Matt picks his all-time favourite songs by Irish artists as part of Today FM's search for the Top 100 greatest Irish songs.Hit the 'Play' button on this page to hear the chat.
Iano is on a mission to get the nation talking ahead of Today FM's countdown of the Top 100 Irish songs, and he kicked this week off with a very special guest who reckons he might even make the list himself… Dustin the Turkey.Dustin dives head-first into his Top 5, with plenty of chaos, Den nostalgia and a few wild detours along the way.Hit play now to hear the full episode.
A recent study has found that daughters cost parents more than sons. According to the research, daughters are more likely to want pricier clothes, beauty products and experiences, with parents also reportedly spending more on things like activities and social costs.? So Are boys more expensive than their female siblings? Joining Andrea was Katie Makk from Opinions Matter Podcast and Presenter with Today FM, Alison Curtis
This week on a special edition of The Last Word on Music, Dee Reddy and John Caddell join Danny McConnell to share their picks for the greatest Irish Songs of all Time.To vote for your favourite Irish song ever you can go to https://vote.todayfm.com/100-greatestHit Play on this page to hear the full chat
Tom Dunne, broadcaster and singer/songwriter with Something Happens, joins The Last Word for the Culture Club. Tom chats all about his favourite cultural picks and also what songs, including his own, could make it on to Today FM's list of the top 100 Irish songs.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
On this morning's show, Ian kicked off Today FM's 100 Greatest Irish Songs and was encouraging listeners to get in touch and vote for their favourites. Gift Grub's Christy Moore dropped in and was absolutely full with suggestions. He felt so inspired that he created a musical tribute of his own! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
This week Shane was joined by the presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Alison Curtis Presenter, TodayFM and Ger Gilroy Off The Ball
Block Rockin' Beats DJ and Today FM presenter Dec Pierce joined Andrea to discuss being recently diagnosed with Breast Cancer. Breast Cancer among men is quite rare, and many men aren't even aware that they can get it. Dec joined Andrea to share his story of diagnosis and treatment and to raise awareness among men to be aware of diseases and to seek medical help if they have concerns.
This week, Ciara Doherty was joined by the presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Today FM, Alison Curtis and Off the Ball's Ger Gilroy to look back on the week that was, but with a few twists…
Cathal is joined by OTB's Colm Boohig as they try to settle the debate: who is the greatest left-back in Premier League history?He's also joined by Off The Ball and Today FM's Phil Egan to break down the current crisis at Liverpool — is Arne's job already under threat?Plus, the lads preview the biggest games in the Premier League this weekend.