The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show

This episode of Gift Grub explores the preparations in Doonbeg, County Clare, ahead of the 2026 Irish Open and the anticipated visit of President Donald Trump. Through a series of comedic sketches, the program interviews local residents regarding their views on the President and discusses the massive security operation involving An Garda Síochána. The segment features various characters reacting to the influx of security personnel, the potential for hosting officers in private homes, and the unusual roles being played by golf course staff during high-profile visits.

The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show discusses the recent Electric Picnic festival, reflecting on a wet but eventful weekend in Strad Valley and County Leitrim. The episode covers musical highlights including performances by the Saw Doctors, Zara Larsson, Fontaines D.C., and CMAT, as well as the announcement of Slane 2027. Featuring an interview with Pascal Donoghue and a comedic impression of Morgan Freeman, the show captures the atmosphere of the festival, from muddy car struggles to the emotional impact of live music.

This episode of the Gift Grub podcast features a series of comedic sketches involving parodies of famous Irish figures and celebrities, including Mark Zuckerberg, James Dyson, and Brian Kerr. The episode also includes nostalgic reimagining of personalities like Roy Keane as a school child and a satirical look at the Healy Ray dynasty. The episode concludes with a critique of RTE's new television schedule, specifically focusing on an perceived overabundance of murder-themed programming.

In this segment from Today FM, presenter Ian Dempsey and guest Daniel discuss the newly announced RTE television schedule for the autumn season. The conversation takes a satirical look at the perceived trend of true crime programming on Irish television, with Daniel critiquing the prevalence of murder-themed shows and podcasts. The discussion also touches upon nostalgic references to older, more innocent programming like Mart and Market, as well as recent developments in the RTE lineup, including Tommy Tiernan's return and Miriam O'Callaghan's new show regarding fertility rates.

In this episode of Gift Grub on Today FM, host Ian Dempsey discusses the upcoming Electric Picnic festival, highlighting the lineup which includes Lewis Capaldi, Gorillaz, and CMAT. The show features a live interview with former Republic of Ireland soccer manager Brian Kerr, who shares his excitement for the musical acts he plans to see. The segment takes a comedic turn as the hosts joke about festival facilities before transitioning to a call with The Two Johnnies. The latter group recounts a humorous tale of being 'catfished' by someone promising free festival tickets in exchange for a meeting at a pub, leading to a plea for genuine communications from fans.

A retro-themed episode of Gift Grub featuring comedic sketches set in various Irish school years. The episode revisits historical moments through a satirical lens, placing famous figures like Roy Keane, Miriam O'Callaghan, Bertie Ahern, Davy Fitzgerald, and Katie Taylor into childhood classroom and playground scenarios ranging from 1958 to 1993.

In this episode of Gift Grub, Paddy and Mick discuss the influx of wealthy individuals purchasing historic castles and homes in rural Ireland. The sketch features comedic encounters between local shopkeepers and famous billionaires like Mark Zuckerberg, James Dyson, and Michael Flatley as they visit a local Spar. The interaction highlights the absurdity of tech giants and global icons engaging in mundane local activities, such as buying sliced pan or asking about bin collection days, while poking fun at data collection and modern technology.

O episódio inicia com um depoimento de Shannon Maldonado, fundadora da Yaoi, sobre sua experiência utilizando a plataforma Shopify para a gestão de uma loja de souvenirs e controle de inventário. Em seguida, o conteúdo transita para uma dramatização narrativa envolvendo personagens como Michael, Ned e Danny Healy Ray, abordando temas de favores políticos, conflitos familiares e disputas de poder em um contexto que remete ao cenário político de Kerry. A segunda parte do áudio apresenta elementos de rádio drama, focando na tensão entre irmãos e nas consequências de posicionamentos políticos divergentes, culminando em uma menção ao programa Gift Grub da Today FM.

A discussion regarding the recent start to the Premier League season, featuring commentary on results for Arsenal, Manchester City, Liverpool, and a significant loss for Manchester United against Hull. The episode includes a phone-in segment with Roy Keane, who critiques the long-term managerial instability at Manchester United and the team's defensive performance. The conversation shifts to a caller from Leeds, celebrating a victory over Nottingham Forest and the temporary position of being top of the league.

O episódio aborda a convocação extraordinária do Dáil para uma votação sobre o aumento dos custos de combustível na Irlanda. O debate foca nas reações políticas à interrupção do período de férias dos parlamentares, apresentando os pontos de vista de Mary Lou McDonald, do Sinn Féin, que defende a medida como necessária para proteger o povo irlandês, e do Taoiseach Micheál Martin, que critica a convocação como uma ação vingativa.

This episode of the Gift Grub podcast features a compilation of comedic sketches, including a parody of the Rose of Tralee, auditions for Katie Taylor's fight commentary, and exaggerated reports of wild animal sightings in Irish cities. It also includes a humorous dramatization of a sibling dispute between Michael and Danny with commentary from Louis Walsh. The episode continues with comedic phone-in callers, including Louis Walsh and Ivan Yates, discussing a documentary about the Healy-Ray family, followed by an interview with Robbie Keane regarding his new role as a Match of the Day pundit.

On the day of the Leaving Cert results release, Today FM hosts a discussion regarding the stress and significance of the examinations for 70,000 students. The segment features a phone-in conversation with former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern, who reminisces about his time at St. Aidan's and the different grading systems used in his era. The episode also includes a blunt commentary from Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary, who dismisses the relevance of the Leaving Cert in the age of artificial intelligence and offers unconventional advice to students receiving their results.

An interview with former footballer Robbie Keane regarding his new role as a pundit on Match of the Day. The discussion covers his lifelong dream of joining the program, his extensive playing career across numerous Premier League clubs, and his humorous take on the competition for the position.

This episode of Gift Grub features a series of comedic commentary auditions following the announcement that RTE will broadcast Katie Taylor's historic fight against Flora Peely at Croke Park. The segment parodies various broadcasting styles, ranging from frantic radio sports reporting and basketball play-by-play to horse racing commentary and weather reports. The sketches include satirical takes on well-known Irish broadcasters and commentators, reimagining the boxing match through the lenses of rugby officials, basketball announcers, and even equestrian experts. The episode uses the high-stakes atmosphere of a major sporting event in Croke Park as a backdrop for various absurd interpretations of the fight.

Today FM host Ian Yates hosts a lively morning segment featuring a tense phone-in conversation between Michael and Danny Healy Ray ahead of the RT1 documentary 'Blood, Sweat and Tears'. The broadcast explores the sibling rivalry and recent period of silence between the two, with various guests including Louis Walsh and Ivan Yates weighing in on the drama. The episode also covers Paddy Power betting odds regarding the documentary's content and features a satirical critique from Vincent Brown regarding the nature of breakfast radio.

A comedic sketch from the Gift Grub program on Today FM featuring a medical emergency involving a presenter during the Rose of Tralee festivities. The segment depicts a character collapsing due to depleted 'crack levels' and an inability to maintain small talk, leading to an emergency intervention by a small talk specialist named Brendan. The scene escalates as medical professionals attempt to stabilize the individual using various methods, including discussions about mundane hobbies and even controversial statements regarding the All-Ireland championship results. The episode concludes with the subject's recovery after a provocative mention of Mayo and Kerry.

The Gift Grub radio show explores a series of increasingly absurd wildlife encounters across Ireland. The episode begins with reports of a blue shark attack off the coast of Waterford, prompting a call to local hurler John Milan, who describes the palpable fear in Tramore. The conversation then shifts to a caller from Limerick claiming that a Bengal tiger has been rampaging through shopping centres and pubs, followed by a Cork listener reporting a herd of African bull elephants charging through the Mardike and saltwater crocodiles appearing in the River Lee.

Host Ian Dempsey interviews Di O'Shea regarding the upcoming Rose of Tralee festival. The conversation covers the preparations in Tralee, including the recent parade and the schedule for the live broadcasts. Di O'Shea discusses his role as an interviewer, his efforts to learn about the contestants, and his personal preparations for the event, including his choice of cologne for the two nights of competition.

In this episode of Gift Grub on Today FM, host Ian Dempsey discusses the rising temperatures in Ireland, with forecasts predicting heat reaching 31 degrees by the end of the week. The program features a satirical interview with a self-proclaimed Minister for Air Conditioning regarding government plans to address overheating, including the establishment of a steering committee and a green paper due in 2029. The episode also includes a segment with Gerry, an air conditioning salesman, who describes various cooling packages such as the Autumn Breeze Premium and Arctic Sports Plus. The discussion explores the absurdity of managing heatwaves through bureaucratic delays and dubious cooling methods involving air streamed from Iceland and Norway.

This episode of the Gift Grub podcast and the Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show features a variety of comedic sketches. The program includes a satirical wine tasting of Irish vintages, parodies of political news involving Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Donald Trump, and reports from 'Radio Roy' at Croke Park. The episode also explores humorous takes on Roy Keane's birthday, athletic achievements in Donegal, and rugby commentary. Additionally, the show features satirical discussions regarding surviving heatwaves and personal struggles with summer temperatures.

The episode celebrates a major victory for Irish athletics, specifically highlighting Mark English winning gold in the 800 metres and Rashida Adeleke securing silver in the 200 metres. The host features commentary from Greg Allen describing the race finish and interviews local residents and sports commentators regarding the achievement. The segment includes an interview with Daniel O'Donnell from Donegal, discussing the pride felt in Mark's home county, and a humorous contribution from rugby commentator Donal Lenehan, who jokingly suggests recruiting the athletes for the Irish rugby squad.

The Gift Grub team discusses the challenges of coping with recent extreme heat and humidity. The hosts share personal anecdotes regarding sleepless nights, including various methods attempted to stay cool, such as using refrigerated pillows or sleeping on kitchen tiles. The conversation also features guests discussing their struggles with the weather, ranging from physical discomfort to humorous claims about bodily reactions to the climate.

A chaotic and satirical radio segment featuring Ian Dempsey conducting a series of phone interviews with various public figures during a period of political tension regarding Donald Trump's upcoming visit to Ireland. The broadcast begins with an interrupted check-in with Taoiseach Micheál Martin, who is attempting to enjoy a holiday in County Cork amidst questions about infrastructure projects like the Children's Hospital and the Metro. The episode escalates into a surreal debate involving impersonations of President Michael D. Higgins, Michael Flatley, and Davy Fitz. The callers clash over the government's lack of response to Trump's visit, with discussions ranging from historical anecdotes about the Oval Office to absurd calls for a national referendum on whether to allow the former President entry into the country.

A special episode of Radio Roy broadcasting live from the Roycaster outside Croke Park. The segment covers the atmosphere surrounding a high-profile friendly match between Manchester United and Leeds United, noting a massive crowd of 82,500 fans at the GAA headquarters. The broadcast features an interview with football legend Eric Cantona regarding his plans in Dublin and includes a comedic competition segment involving listeners. The episode captures the chaotic energy of the fans gathered outside the stadium.

A comedic wine tasting segment from Gift Grub featuring the Wines of Ireland Tasting Seminar. The hosts and guests evaluate various satirical native Irish wines, including Rebels Reserve, Chateau Taito, Chateau Begrudgery, and Van de Notion. The discussion explores the rise of viticulture in Ireland due to changing weather patterns through a lens of heavy parody, focusing on tasting notes that range from potato and cheese and onion to bitter social commentary.

A lighthearted discussion regarding the current lull in major sporting events following the conclusion of the World Cup and various All-Ireland finals. The presenters check in with correspondents at Croke Park and other locations to assess the state of GAA, rugby, and upcoming athletic competitions. The episode covers the lack of immediate GAA news, the wait for the next national league and championship, and the absence of Champions Cup rugby. It concludes with a look toward the European athletics championships and the participation of Dundalk's Kate O'Connor in the heptathlon.

Host Ian Dempsey attempts to surprise football legend Roy Keane with a surprise birthday phone call to celebrate his 55th birthday. The segment features an unexpected interaction where Keane dismisses the concept of birthday celebrations as predictable and unnecessary. The call escalates as several former colleagues and football figures, including Mick McCarthy, Niall Quinn, and Jason McAteer, join the line to offer their well-wishes, only to be met with further characteristic grumbling from Keane.

This episode of Gift Grub features a series of satirical sketches mocking government waste in Ireland, including expensive infrastructure projects and the installation of a multi-million euro sauna at Leinster House. The episode also parodies the chaos of school holidays and includes a comedic news interview with personified National Lottery balls. The program continues with a sketch featuring former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar in a sauna, followed by a 'support group' skit where well-known Irish media personalities and political figures struggle to let go of their famous radio personas.

A collection of satirical sketches from Today FM's Gift Grub, presented as part of the Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show. The episode features various comedic segments including a celebration of Mayo's sporting triumphs with reports from Louis Walsh and Marty Morrissey, a surreal horse racing commentary at the Galway Races featuring personified horses, and a mock investigative report on the enforcement of a nationwide hosepipe ban.

Host Ian Dempsey welcomes Breej Franey to the show for a poignant 'kickstart' segment. On the occasion of her 10th wedding anniversary, Breej shares the story behind a special song that she and her late husband, Owen, used to enter their wedding reception in 2016. Following Owen's passing in December 2023, the song has become a shared way for Breej and her three children to celebrate his memory through dance. Breej reflects on her connection to the radio station and her determination to fulfill a long-held dream of participating in the morning segment. The episode concludes with a dedication to her husband and children, accompanied by the song that serves as a cornerstone of their family's resilience.

This episode of Gift Grub explores the social tensions and alleged lawlessness arising from a nationwide hosepipe ban. Through a series of satirical reports, the segment examines the rise of neighborhood surveillance, featuring a fictional 'Snitchers Hotline' for reporting water transgressors and a mock true-crime investigation titled Crime World. The content highlights various characters accused of violating the ban, ranging from neighbors using paddling pools to individuals using power washers on bins.

An episode of Gift Grub on the Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show featuring a satirical horse racing commentary. The segment parodies the Galway races, specifically focusing on a fictional handicap hurdle race titled 'The kids are driving us absolutely mental in the house'. The commentary uses horse names to mimic common parental frustrations and domestic arguments.

This episode of Gift Grub on the Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show captures the atmosphere at McHale Park in Castlebar, where thousands gathered to welcome home Mayo heroes. The broadcast features a comedic play-by-play of recent sporting action involving Kobe McDonald and a musical tribute dedicated to Andy. The segment highlights the intense emotion and celebration following a significant victory for the Mayo team.

A comedic segment from the Gift Grub sketch on the Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show, featuring a live report from Mick Burns Pub in Castlebar, County Mayo. The broadcast captures an exaggerated celebration of a long-awaited victory, with Louis Walsh reporting on the formation of a new boy band and various celebrity connections to the region. The segment uses hyperbolic language to describe the end of a seventy-five-year period of hardship for the people of Mayo.

A segment from the Gift Grub comedy sketch on the Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show, featuring a satirical report from Marty Morrissey at Croke Park. The sketch depicts a massive, persistent gathering of Mayo football fans who refuse to leave the stadium, leading to a standoff involving high-profile figures such as President Catherine Connolly, GAA President Charlotte Burns, and Taoiseach Micheal Martin. The report highlights the atmosphere of the 'beautiful standoff' and includes humorous claims regarding the birth of numerous babies named Kobe at Mayo University Hospital. The segment uses exaggerated reporting styles to satirize the devotion of Mayo supporters.

This episode of Gift Grub features a variety of comedic sketches, including a parody of Christy Moore discussing the hosepipe ban and a satirical religious mass for Mayo GAA fans. The episode also includes sports impressions of Marty Morrissey, Davey Fitzgerald, and Eamon Dunphy discussing recent hurling and football results. Additionally, the episode covers news regarding changes to the National Lottery, featuring a satirical interview with personified lottery balls 46 and 47 as they discuss being removed from the draw due to recent cutbacks.

In this episode of Gift Grub on the Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show, legendary musician Christy Moore joins the program to share his concerns regarding a nationwide hosepipe ban. Moore expresses anxiety over increased surveillance and neighborly snitching, presenting an original comedic song that satirizes the social paranoia and personal hygiene sacrifices resulting from water restrictions. The episode also features promotional information for Apple Green's annual 24-7 event, highlighting one-day-only food and service offers available this Friday.

Ray Foley presents a special edition of Gift Grub on the Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show, featuring a comedic parody of a religious mass dedicated to Mayo's hopes for the All-Ireland Final. The sketch features a satirical sermon centered around the pursuit of Sam Maguire and the spiritual significance of players like Kobe and Andy Moran. The episode uses religious imagery and liturgical structures to satirize the intense sporting expectations and historical struggles of Mayo GAA fans. The segment concludes with a musical tribute to the Mayo landscape.

A comedic segment from the Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show on Today FM discussing changes to the National Lottery. The episode explores the news that the lottery is reducing its ball count from 47 to 45 for a midweek draw, ostensibly to increase winning chances. The segment features a satirical interview with personified lottery balls 46 and 47, who discuss their removal due to cutbacks. The conversation covers their experiences inside the glass draw bubble, their relationships with other numbers like the cocky number 7 and the troubled number 13, and their future plans in bingo halls and raffles.

The Gift Grub morning show on Today FM discusses the aftermath of the All-Ireland hurling final, focusing on Limerick's victory over Galway. The hosts review various newspaper headlines celebrating the 'Treaty triumph' and the joy in Limerick following their win. The episode features a comedic segment with Marty Morrissey using global geographical references to describe the scale of the victory, followed by an interview with Davey Fitzgerald, who offers a blunt critique of Galway's performance and calls for managerial changes.

In this episode, Eamon Dunphy joins the program to provide a critique of the recent World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. The discussion covers the match outcome, featuring Ferran Torres and Nico Williams, alongside a highly critical review of the halftime entertainment involving Madonna, Justin Bieber, and Shakira. Dunphy offers his perspective on the quality of the football and the spectacle surrounding the event.