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1. Gift Grub: Daniels Has Strong Views On Celebrity Gogglebox

   7 Sep 2026 · 3:20

   Last week, Ian revealed the brilliant news that he would be appearing on this year's Celebrity Gogglebox, alongside Mario Rosenstock and a whole host of Irish stars. Lots of people are excited to watch it, but as…

2. Gift Grub: Katie Has A Few More People To Thank

   7 Sep 2026 · 3:13

   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…

3. Gift Grub: Your Weekly Fix

   5 Sep 2026 · 20 min

   Welcome along to Gift Grub - Your Weekly Fix. We’ve pulled together all of the big Gift Grub moments from the week in one place, just to make life easier for you! From Katie Taylor's big bout to Trump's potential visit…

4. Gift Grub: Christy Is No Ordinary Man

   4 Sep 2026 · 5:20

   Legendary musician Christy Moore was in the papers this week. (Well, more specifically, his bank balance was in the papers!) He joined Ian live on this morning's Gift Grub to give a few more details on the financials.…

5. Gift Grub: Brian Kerr Is Buzzing For Fontaines At Slane

   4 Sep 2026 · 3:15

   It was a big week for Fontaines DC, who headlined Electric Picnic on Sunday night. Not content with wowing the Stradbally crowd, they announced two dates at the iconic Slane Castle too. On this morning's Gift Grub,…

6. Kenneth Egan Is Backing Katie Taylor

   4 Sep 2026 · 4:28

   After a huge build-up, the moment has finally arrived - Katie Taylor's Croke Park bout is on this weekend! On this morning's show, Ian caught up with Olympic silver medallist Kenneth Egan, who was full of pride for the…

7. Gift Grub: The Transfer Window Isn't Just For Football!

   3 Sep 2026 · 4:48

   The (football) transfer window might be closed, but in Gift Grub, Transfer Deadline Day is only kicking off. There seems to be a huge amount of swapping and changing going on! From Micheál Martin to Ronan Keating -…

8. Gift Grub: Hit Me Katie, One More Time!

   2 Sep 2026 · 3:17

   Well, we're counting down the days until Katie Taylor's big Croke Park bout this Saturday night! On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian crossed live to the press conference at the Helix, where Eddie Hearn tries to keep…

9. Gift Grub: The Banner County Prepares For The Irish Open (And Trump's Arrival!)

   1 Sep 2026 · 4:07

   On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian crossed to county Clare, as the community geared up for the Irish Open and the expected arrival of President Trump. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

10. Gift Grub: Morgan Freeman Is Loving The GAA Vibes At The Electric Picnic

    31 Aug 2026 · 5:02

    Electric Picnic may be over, but Gift Grub is only getting started. Ian looks back on a magical (and very soggy) weekend in Stradbally, with the big moments from Fontaines DC and CMAT to the Saw Doctors and that Mayo…

11. Gift Grub: Your Weekly Fix

    29 Aug 2026 · 19 min

    Welcome along to Gift Grub - Your Weekly Fix. We’ve pulled together all of the big Gift Grub moments from the week in one place, just to make life easier for you! From Electric Picnic to the kids heading back to…

12. Gift Grub: Daniel Has An Issue With The New RTÉ Line Up

    28 Aug 2026 · 3:54

    The new RTÉ schedule was revealed this week and on this morning's Gift Grub, Ian crossed live to our resident TV critic, Daniel O'Donnell. He had plenty to say about the line up, but not much of it was positive. Hit…

13. Gift Grub: EP Weekend Is Here and The 2 Johnnies Have Been Catfished Again

    28 Aug 2026 · 4:23

    Electric Picnic fever has well and truly hit. Ian crossed live to Stradbally where Brian Kerr was climbing out of his tent to give a preview of the weekend and you won't believe it, The 2 Johnnies have been done again.…

14. Gift Grub: Some Famous Faces Take A Walk Down Memory Lane

    27 Aug 2026 · 4:00

    With the children of Ireland going back to school this week, the Gift Grub took a trip down memory lane. Where were the Gift Grub crew like in school? Well, even at 7 years old, Roy Keane was treating a lunchtime…

15. Gift Grub: Billionaires Flock To Waterford!

    26 Aug 2026 · 4:30

    On this morning's Gift Grub, the very wealthy blow-ins were taking over the local shop in Waterford. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

16. Gift Grub: The Premier League Is Back And Roy Keane is NOT Happy

    25 Aug 2026 · 2:31

    The Premier League is back and Roy Keane is already pessimistic about Man Utd's chances , after the loss against Hull. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

17. Gift Grub: THe Healy-Raes Star in ......The GodFarmer

    25 Aug 2026 · 3:14

    You've heard of The Godfather, but what about The GodFarmer? The Healy-Rae brothers are starring in a brand new blockbuster movie, and on this morning's Gift Grub, Ian got a sneak peek of the trailer. Hit play now to…

18. Gift Grub: The Dáil Recall Ruins Politician's Holidays

    24 Aug 2026 · 3:22

    On this morning's Gift Grub, Mary Lou McDonald joined Ian to explain why she everyone needs to ditch their holidays and get back to work! Micheál is a bit put out by it all! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

19. Gift Grub - Your Weekly Fix

    22 Aug 2026 · 20 min

    Welcome along to Gift Grub - Your Weekly Fix. We’ve pulled together all of the big Gift Grub moments from the week in one place, just to make life easier for you! From the Rose of Tralee to Robbie Keane's new gig at…

20. Gift Grub: Michael O'Leary Has Advice for Leaving Cert Students

    21 Aug 2026 · 4:11

    It's a big day for students (and parents!) all over Ireland today - it's Leaving Cert results day. Ian reflected on his own results and heard from Bertie, who had a bit to say about it, as did Michael O'Leary. Hit play…

21. Gift Grub: Robbie Keane Has A New Gig

    21 Aug 2026 · 2:36

    The Premier League is back this weekend, and Match of the Day returns too, with a brand new punditry team, that includes our very own Robbie Keane. Robbie joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub, to tell him about the…

22. Gift Grub: Commentators Line Up To Have A Go For Katie's Croker Bout

    20 Aug 2026 · 4:50

    RTÉ have announced they’ll be airing Katie Taylor's Croke Park bout, and on this morning's Gift Grub, the real bout was in RTÉ’s own commentary booth. If the national broadcaster is doing the coverage, who’s getting…

23. Gift Grub: The Healy-Raes Go Head To Head

    19 Aug 2026 · 5:20

    A new RTÉ1 documentary, 'The Healy Raes - Blood, Sweat and Tears', is airing tonight at 9.35pm and it’s all about the Healy-Raes. But on Gift Grub this morning, the drama kicked off early. Hit play now to hear the…

24. Gift Grub: Dáithí’s Rose of Tralee Breakdown

    18 Aug 2026 · 3:42

    Dáithí Ó Sé has survived Night One of the Rose of Tralee… but only just. On this morning’s Gift Grub, we got a behind-the-scenes look at the reality of life backstage, as his craic levels plummeted. Hit play now to…

25. Gift Grub: The Shark Attack Is The Least Of Our Worries

    17 Aug 2026 · 4:25

    Reports broke last week of a man being bitten by a shark in Waterford and there has been some level of fear since. However, on this morning's Gift Grub, it seems as though the sharks are the least of our worries. Hit…

26. The Real Dáithí Ó Sé Reveals His Secrets

    17 Aug 2026 · 4:34

    The countdown is on for the Rose of Tralee, which kicks off on RTÉ tonight. On this morning's show, Ian was lucky enough to catch up with Dáithí Ó Sé, presenter extraordinaire, who revealed some of his trade secrets!…

27. Gift Grub: Simon Harris Appointed 'Minister For Air Con'

    17 Aug 2026 · 4:11

    The heat has been keeping us all up at night but fear not, because Simon Harris has appointed himself 'Minster for Air Conditioning' and he has a plan on how to sort it all. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

28. Gift Grub - Your Weekly Fix

    15 Aug 2026 · 23 min

    Welcome along to Gift Grub - Your Weekly Fix. We’ve pulled together all of the big Gift Grub moments from the week in one place, just to make life easier for you! From attempting to sleep in a heatwave, to an Irish…

29. Gift Grub: Gold For Ireland!

    14 Aug 2026 · 4:03

    There were huge celebrations at the European Athletics Championships last night as Mark English and Rhashida Adeleke both brought home medals for Ireland! Ian was joined by Gift Grub's Daniel O'Donnell this morning,…

30. Gift Grub: STICKY! It's Just Too Hot To Sleep

    14 Aug 2026 · 4:06

    No, it wasn't just you; it was very sticky last night. We're all feeling it! Poor oul Dáithí O’Shea is at his wits’ end after trying every trick going. He joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub. Hit play now to hear…

31. Gift Grub: Micheál Martin *Tries* To Enjoy His Time Off

    13 Aug 2026 · 5:50

    Taoiseach Mícheál Martin is supposed to be enjoying a few days’ holiday, but as we found out on this morning's Gift Grub, his peace and quiet is short-lived. Hit play to hear the episode in full.

32. Gift Grub: United vs Leeds—Madness on Jones’s Road

    12 Aug 2026 · 4:08

    Radio Roy is broadcasting live from the Roycaster outside Croke Park, and the place is absolutely buzzing as Man United take on Leeds. And just when you think it can’t get any more chaotic… Matt Cooper shows up in full…

33. Gift Grub: Last Of The Irish Summer Wine

    11 Aug 2026 · 4:22

    They say the weather’s changing and suddenly Ireland’s becoming a nation of wine makers… so naturally Gift Grub is getting in on the action. This morning, it’s all happening at the “Wines of Ireland” tasting seminar,…

34. Gift Grub: It's Roy Keane's Birthday - No Craic Allowed

    10 Aug 2026 · 3:36

    Roy Keane celebrates his 55th birthday today, but don't even THINK about throwing him a party or wishing him well. He wants nothing to do with it! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

35. Gift Grub: The Sporting Withdrawal Has Hit Us Hard

    10 Aug 2026 · 3:55

    After an exhilarating couple of weeks of sport, it has all gone a bit quiet, and our Gift Grub crew don't know what to do with themselves! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

36. Gift Grub - Your Weekly Fix

    8 Aug 2026 · 19 min

    Welcome along to Gift Grub - Your Weekly Fix. Mario is on well-deserved holidays this week, but fear not! We’ve pulled together all of the big Gift Grub moments from the year, in one place, just to make life easier for…

37. Gift Grub - Your Weekly Fix

    1 Aug 2026 · 15 min

    Welcome along to Gift Grub - Your Weekly Fix. We’ve pulled together all of the big Gift Grub moments from the week in one place, just to make life easier for you! From Mayo's win and homecoming to the Hosepipe Ban,…

38. Today FM's Listener Of The Month - July

    30 Jul 2026 · 3:58

    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…

39. Gift Grub: Hosepipe Ban Brings Out the Snitches

    30 Jul 2026 · 4:19

    The nationwide hosepipe ban is in full swing until August 26th, but is anyone actually obeying it? Gift Grub goes on a special report to find out who’s been keeping the hoses “put away”… and who’s been caught red-handed.

40. Gift Grub: Kids Driving Us Mental Handicap Hurdle

    29 Jul 2026 · 2:41

    Mayo might be hogging the sunshine this week, but Galway gets its moment too as Gift Grub heads live to Ballybrit for day three of the Galway Races. The highlight of today's racing card is 'The Kids Are Driving Us…

41. Gift Grub: McHale Park Goes Full Delirium

    28 Jul 2026 · 3:49

    Mayo mania has officially hit fever pitch. After thousands packed into McHale Park to welcome home the heroes, Gift Grub was right there with the microphones to catch the madness as it unfolded on stage in Castlebar.…

42. Gift Grub: Mayo Is Absolutely Hopping

    27 Jul 2026 · 2:54

    The celebrations are still going strong in Mayo, and Gift Grub went live to Mick Burns Pub in Castlebar, where the party was only getting started. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

43. Gift Grub: Marty Morrissey Is Still At Croke Park

    27 Jul 2026 · 1:58

    Mayo have only gone and done it, and now they won’t leave Croke Park. On this morning’s Gift Grub, Ray crossed live to Marty Morrissey, who revealed that diehard Mayo fans were still camped out in Croker, singing their…

44. Gift Grub - Your Weekly Fix

    25 Jul 2026 · 20 min

    Welcome along to Gift Grub - Your Weekly Fix. We’ve pulled together all of the big Gift Grub moments from the week in one place, just to make life easier for you! From the build-up to the All-Ireland to the Hosepipe…

45. Gift Grub: Christy Moore’s Ode To Water Restrictions

    23 Jul 2026 · 3:24

    With a nationwide hosepipe ban looming, Christy Moore has been “ruminating” about curtain-twitching neighbours, garden snitching, and the fear of living like it’s East Germany in 1973. So what does a legend do when the…

46. Gift Grub: Mayo Pray For Sam Maguire's Return

    22 Jul 2026 · 4:56

    All week in Mayo, it’s candles lit, prayers said and everyone treading lightly… because Sam might finally be heading west on Sunday. On this morning’s Gift Grub, Ray crosses live to a packed church somewhere in the…

47. Gift Grub: Lotto Balls 46 & 47 Speak Out

    21 Jul 2026 · 5:09

    The National Lottery is shaking things up with an extra midweek draw… and by “shaking things up”, they’ve decided to ditch two balls. Yep, 46 and 47 are out, and they’re not taking it well. On this morning’s Gift Grub,…

48. Gift Grub: Dumphy Slams the World Cup Final

    20 Jul 2026 · 3:22

    After Spain’s dramatic World Cup final win over Argentina, Ray caught up with one of the country’s most seasoned football voices - Gift Grub's Eamon Dunphy. But instead of a glowing match review, Eamon gave a…

49. Gift Grub: Davy Fitz Has His Heart Set On Galway

    20 Jul 2026 · 3:43

    Limerick are back on top after a huge All-Ireland Hurling Final win, and on this morning's Gift Grub, Ray crossed live to Marty Morrissey, who was in his element. He also chatted to Davy Fitz, who has his sights on a…

50. Gift Grub - Your Weekly Fix

    18 Jul 2026 · 22 min

    Welcome along to Gift Grub - Your Weekly Fix. We’ve pulled together all of the big Gift Grub moments from the week in one place, just to make life easier for you! From England crashing out of the World Cup to the…