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The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show

Today FM
Ireland
Today FM
Dublin
Dancing With the Stars
Gift Grub
Irish Music
Katie Taylor
World Cup
Simon Harris
Six Nations
Rugby
Donald Trump
Croke Park
Ryanair
Micheál Martin
Michael O'leary
Dublin, Ireland
RTÉ
Geico
GAA

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

There's a certain ad running on Today FM at the moment that is causing quite the stir. On this morning's Gift Grub, Daniel called in to have a moan about it to Ian and turns out he's not on his own - quite a few people seem to find it irritating. Hit... more

With Donald Trump's visit to Ireland fast approaching, Micheál Martin is getting a bit nervous about a potential run-in between the American President and our own Catherine Connolly. He decided to try to give her a few pointers, but they weren't rece... more

Westlife are gearing up for their record-breaking residency at Dublin's 3Arena, and between that and an appearance at Katie Taylor's Croke Park, the lads are flat out. They are EVERYWHERE. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Katie Taylor lit up Croke Park on Saturday night, and on this morning's Gift Grub, Ian was happy to relive all the magic! He was lucky enough to catch up with the woman of the moment, and even though she covered a good bit of ground on Saturday night... more

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Recent Guests

Kenneth Egan
boxing silver medalist at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing
Ireland boxing
Episode: Kenneth Egan Is Backing Katie Taylor
Eddie Hearn
Boxing promoter
Matchroom Sport
Episode: Gift Grub: Hit Me Katie, One More Time!
Morgan Freeman
Guest (special appearance) in Gift Grub bit
Gift Grub / The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show
Episode: Gift Grub: Morgan Freeman Is Loving The GAA Vibes At The Electric Picnic
Pascal Donohoe
Guest interviewed remotely from Electric Picnic
Irish politics (politician)
Episode: Gift Grub: Morgan Freeman Is Loving The GAA Vibes At The Electric Picnic
Willie O'Dea
Irish politician
Fianna Fáil
Episode: Gift Grub: The Dáil Recall Ruins Politician's Holidays
Vincent Brown
broadcaster, invited guest
RTÉ / media
Episode: Gift Grub: The Healy-Raes Go Head To Head
Dáithí Ó Sé
Rose of Tralee organizer/host
RTÉ Rose of Tralee coverage
Episode: The Real Dáithí Ó Sé Reveals His Secrets
Mícheál Martin
Taoiseach of Ireland
Government of Ireland
Episode: Gift Grub: Micheál Martin *Tries* To Enjoy His Time Off
Eric Cantona
Football legend
Manchester United
Episode: Gift Grub: United vs Leeds—Madness on Jones’s Road

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Ian Dempsey
Host of The Ian Dempsey Breakfast 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
    Ireland4 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
    Ireland4 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 listeners feel the format wears thin with repetitive jokes and familiar sketches.
The show's blend of banter, celebrity guests, and local color keeps a strong, loyal following.
Listeners appreciate Gift Grub's humor and recurring guests, especially in festive or sports-focused episodes.

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Apple Podcasts
#40
Ireland/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#234
United Arab Emirates/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Kenneth Egan Is Backing Katie Taylor
Q: From your experience, how do you foresee the ring walk and the atmosphere surrounding the fight?
Kenneth foresees a long and dramatic ring walk, with Katie soaking in every moment, before delivering a strong performance rooted in her long career.
Gift Grub: The Dáil Recall Ruins Politician's Holidays
Q: Hello, Micheál. Can you tell us, how do you feel about this recall?
He expresses frustration and describes the recall as disruptive and inhumane, especially after returning from a brief holiday.
Gift Grub: Daniel Has An Issue With The New RTÉ Line Up
Q: Is it good?
The hosts humorously acknowledge the chaotic mix of new shows, implying it's more entertainment fodder than critically strong lineup, with plenty of room for satirical commentary.
Gift Grub: Daniel Has An Issue With The New RTÉ Line Up
Q: Daniel, what's it like? What's the RTÉ TV schedule like?
Daniel describes a lineup filled with new murder-themed shows and a sense that the autumn slate leans heavily toward crime programming, while poking fun at presenters and the coherence of the schedule.
Gift Grub: Robbie Keane Has A New Gig
Q: How are you Robbie? How's it going?
Robbie replies that he's doing well and is excited about the new pundit role, sharing some optimism about appearing weekly on Match of the Day.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show

What is The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-energy, long-running morning show blends news, sport, guests, listener interaction, and lighthearted humor with a strong throughline of Irish culture. Episodes frequently center on sports banter, celebrity guests, and timely current events, delivered through lively banter and audience calls. The tone mixes satire, warm local color, and entertainment, making it appealing to listeners who enjoy fast-paced discussion, pop culture, and sports; occasional larger-than-life sketches and familiar recurring bits help build a loyal following. Noteworthy is the show's signature Gift Grub segment, which combines satire and spontaneity with a sense of community pride, often featuring well-known Irish figures and references to regional identities ... more

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1. Kenneth Egan
2. Eddie Hearn
3. Morgan Freeman
4. Pascal Donohoe
5. Willie O'Dea
6. Vincent Brown
7. Dáithí Ó Sé
8. Mícheál Martin

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