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The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show

Today FM
Ireland
Eurovision Song Contest
RTÉ
Dancing With the Stars
Dream Jobs
Career Aspirations
Boredom In the Workplace
Comedic Qualities Of Youngest Siblings
Sinn Fein
Cork
Tipping Culture
Fogs
Ryanair
France
Dermot Bannon
Miriam Mullins
Kerry
Six Nations
Michael O'leary
Rugby

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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Latest Episodes

The Government’s gone full wellness mode, with a brand-new sauna (and a very pricey plunge pool) installed at Leinster House — and Gift Grub has the exclusive.

Micheál Martin and Simon Harris sweat it out “on behalf of the Irish people”, while Willi... more

Gift Grub rolls out a reboot of a beloved BBC classic — but this time it’s set in the Irish countryside, with three familiar broadcast “curmudgeons” doing what they do best: giving out about everything.

Introducing “Last of the Summer Whine”!

Primetime goes full investigative mode as the nation’s latest scourge comes under the spotlight: dodgy boxes.

With “over 400,000 homes” at it, can anything be done!?

After the heartbreak of last Thursday, Ireland are back in action in a “friendly” against North Macedonia — but is anyone actually in the mood?

Ian chats to Eamon Dunphy & Robbie Keane ahead of the match in the Aviva.

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Recent Guests

Louis Theroux
Investigative journalist who travels into the Taoiseach Sphere
BBC / Independent investigations
Episode: Gift Grub: Louis Theroux Steps Inside The 'Taoiseach-Sphere'
Christy Moore
Irish folk musician
Episode: Gift Grub: Christy Moore Goes Coupon Crazy
Brian Kerr
Former Ireland national team manager
Football (soccer)
Episode: Gift Grub: Today FM Takes Over Copperface Jacks
Mary Lou McDonald
Impersonated guest in the mock call-in segment
Sinn Féin
Episode: Gift Grub: Micheál Martin's Dance Of Diplomacy
Dermot Bannon
Architect and TV personality known for Room to Improve
Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) / Simon Open Door
Episode: Dermot Bannon Talks Architecture Advice (And Builder's Tea)
Brian Rebund
DWTS contestant and guest on Gift Grub segment
Dancing With The Stars
Episode: Gift Grub: Dancing With The Stars Comes To An End
Eric Robertson
DWTS contestant
Dancing With The Stars
Episode: Gift Grub: Dancing With The Stars Comes To An End
Toola McKay
DWTS contestant
Dancing With The Stars
Episode: Gift Grub: Dancing With The Stars Comes To An End
Rog Lagarde
Rugby pundit featured in Gift Grub sketches
Episode: Gift Grub: ROG Roars for England… and Regrets It

Host

Ian Dempsey
Host of The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show, a popular radio personality known for his engaging and humorous approach to current events and cultural discussions. Ian often features sketches and banter, providing a lively atmosphere during the show.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 339 ratings
  • it’s gone fairly tedious

    it’s become repetitive with the same old sketches

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Sow NG
    Ireland3 years ago
  • mostly a bit of fun

    good fun, perhaps ease up on those who may be affected more than you realise

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sow NG
    Ireland3 years ago
  • ??

    there’s definitely a following as they couldn’t be going this long. But gosh it’s gets tedious with same old Roy keane, Davy fitz etc

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Sow NG
    Ireland4 years ago
  • Gift grub is , well , Gift!

    👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 love!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    polcoranoraknot
    Ireland5 years ago
  • Legendary

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Deepthroat
    5 years ago

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Some reviews note that the content can become repetitive, especially with recurring jokes and sketches.
Overall, the podcast continues to maintain a loyal following, showing that while it may have its critiques, the core humor and entertainment value resonates well with its audience.
Listeners appreciate the humor and lively discussions, often highlighting the comedic segments as a standout feature.

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Apple Podcasts
#206
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#46
Ireland/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#216
Belgium/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#229
United Arab Emirates/Comedy

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Gift Grub: Louis Theroux Steps Inside The 'Taoiseach-Sphere'
Q: What is the significance of the recurring 'road map' motif in the episode?
The road map motif is used to critique the cycle of promises without concrete deliverables, highlighting how potential residents encounter delays and uncertainty rather than tangible progress.
Gift Grub: Louis Theroux Steps Inside The 'Taoiseach-Sphere'
Q: How does Theroux challenge the financial plausibility of the Sphere's projects?
Theroux questions the sources of funding for large expenditures, such as a 2.4 billion euro Children's Hospital project, implying that funds may come from questionable or unsustainable sources rather than transparent budgeting.
Gift Grub: Louis Theroux Steps Inside The 'Taoiseach-Sphere'
Q: What is the core promise of the Taoiseach Sphere as presented by its leaders?
The leaders claim to deliver jobs, housing, and a lowered cost of living, supported by a grand plan or 'road map,' but the episode suggests these promises are often vague or unfulfilled when examined against actual outcomes.
Gift Grub: Post-Prague Penalty Pain and Political Chaos
Q: Minister for Football? Where did that come out of?
The host challenges the guest as he explains the playful, self-assigned ministerial roles, while the guest elaborates on the mock governance and policy ideas around football and penalties.
Gift Grub: Post-Prague Penalty Pain and Political Chaos
Q: What do you have to say to Irish fans this morning?
The guest delivers a defiant, measured response, saying they are proud of the team and will implement a plan to address the disappointment without sugar-coating the situation.

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1. Louis Theroux
2. Christy Moore
3. Brian Kerr
4. Mary Lou McDonald
5. Dermot Bannon
6. Brian Rebund
7. Eric Robertson
8. Toola McKay

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