Join Alison Curtis this week on Weekend Breakfast as she welcomes the multi-talented Jen Hatton, known for her hilarious takes on everyday life and lighting up social media with characters like Ms Finglas Rachel! Jen opens up about her journey from viral TikTok star to podcast host of "The Unpopular Opinion." Together, they discuss her latest adventure—transforming her long-neglected garden in Finglas, all while juggling motherhood with two young kids. With a budget close to zero, she's tackling...
Jun 29, 2025•7 min
Join Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast as she goes full Scandi! Culinary duo Russell and Patrick, also known as The Gastro Gays tell us about their fascinating love affair with Sweden, where they share their passion for Scandinavian culture, food, and music. Midsommar is Sweden's vibrant summer celebration and it kicks off this weekend and the lads tell us about their exciting collaboration with Stenaline. From ginger spiced cookies to quirky Swedish treats like 'Plop', they guide us through th...
Jun 22, 2025•9 min
Gabby Logan and a host of sporting celebrities are undertaking a 555-mile cycling challenge around Ireland in memory of former Scottish international player Doddie Weir. The event aims to raise over €600,000 for the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation and the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association. Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast spoke to Gabby to tell us all about this incredible challenge and why she can't wait to get around Ireland (although her husband Kenny says she has the cushy leg of the tou...
Jun 15, 2025•7 min
'Good Girls Gossip' is the new book from Tova Leigh. Is gossiping a bad thing? Alison and Tova chat all about it on Weekend Breakfast!
Jun 08, 2025•7 min
Ahead of Taste of Dublin, Sarah Butler shared some recipes that are perfect for the summer - including one fun way to tell if your pavlova is ready!
Jun 08, 2025•6 min
Gary Kirwan has won gold and best in category for his incredible garden at Bloom this year! Alison was left shocked at how many pieces of Lego he used to build the whole thing.
Jun 01, 2025•5 min
Travel expert Pól Ó Conghaile gave us an update on the best places to visit in Ireland, if you're still looking to book for this summer!
May 31, 2025•6 min
Her books like Finding My Voice and Frankie's World have been an absolute joy to young readers. Author, Illustrator and comedian – Aoife Dooley joins Alison Curtis to tell us all about her fab new book Squid Squad ...and can Aoife take on the Weekend Breakfast Squid Squad Challenge!! (Spoiler: OF COURSE!!! She nailed it!!) https://www.aoifedooleydesign.com/ Don't miss Aoife on May 25th - International Literature Festival in Merrion Square, Dublin...
May 18, 2025•7 min
Chef, restaurateur, three-time New York Times best-selling author, executive producer and star of hit show The Bear is bringing his world famous tour to Ireland. Matty Matheson chatted to Alison Curtis about the upcoming gig, life on The Bear and ... Gabby's Dollhouse movie!! "Matty's World" Live at Vicar St. 5th June 2025.
May 17, 2025•5 min
What is the most famous Australian export? Alongside Neighbours and Alf Stewart it has to be Bluey and Dianne Buswell! That dream team duo are now together! Strictly Come Dancing icon and current champion Dianne Buswell is stepping into Bluey’s World, to choreograph and star in a series of five dance videos. Dianne told Alison Curtis about us this very special project and also why we all need to dance like nobody's watching! Incredible fact alert: Bluey was credited as the top overall streaming ...
May 17, 2025•7 min
5ive are back! Get ready to slam dunk da funk with the original five. Back for a huge UK and Ireland arena tour - they play the 3 Arena Sun 23 Nov 2025 – [Sold Out] and Tue 2 Dec 2025 They sold over 20 million records and were one of the biggest boybands of the 90 and Noughties. Sean , Ritchie , Scott , Abz and Jason "J" joined Alison Curtis to talk about how and why they've got back together, what they hope the future holds, sharing mics! and what pop star played a pivotal role in them getting ...
May 03, 2025•12 min
Jacqui Hurley as the official ambassador for MiWadi FAI Football Camps 2025 A renowned female trailblazer in Irish sports media, a champion for gender equality in sport, and a proud mother herself (two kids Lily and Luke), Jacqui is passionate about inspiring the next generation of athletes. Jacqui spoke to Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast about how the landscape of female sport has evolved so much and as a self confessed Karaoke Queen what her killer karaoke tune is!! Jacqui is urging parents...
May 03, 2025•9 min
Pirouetting on to Weekend Breakfast its Dancing With The Stars judge and owner of television’s greatest hair ---- Arthur Gourounlian! Arthur told Alison Curtis about a very special event recently called 'Cúl and Curious.' He also told her about his brand new podcast with Donal Skehan called 'Let's Do This!' Over 100 children, including those from the International Protection Accommodation Service centre and those from local communities, took part in the event at St Breckan's GAA grounds and trie...
Apr 27, 2025•7 min
He is an author, content creator, podcaster and adventurer! Creator of the social media phenomenon 'Weird Ireland' – his off the beaten track adventures of the strange and quirky side of this country have gained him a huge following. (see below) Alison Curtis spoke to Brinsley McNamara about the incredible success of his quirky content. HANDLES - Instagram: @weird.ireland TikTok: @weirdireland STATS: Instagram: 320K followers TikTok: 85K Followers 1.2M Likes PODCAST: Weird Ireland on all platfor...
Apr 26, 2025•8 min
Podcaster, bestselling author, musician, mental health advocate and kayaking conqueror Niall Breslin is in studio. After six years of helping people better understand their minds - Bressie revealed that his award winning podcast 'Where is My Mind?' is coming to an end. What has he learned in that chapter of his life? He talks candidly to Alison Curtis about his podcast journey and it wasn't any of the big name celebs he has had on his show that made the most impact - it was a Men's Shed in Bally...
Apr 12, 2025•11 min
There's a good chance you have seen him in your Instagram feed. With 165k followers and views well into the Millions @explorewithcriostoir has showcased the very best that Ireland has to offer. Amazingly he only started his blogging only 2 years ago – he had an epiphany during Covid – travelling at home - made him realise just how much we had in Ireland. He wants to be an Ambassador for Ireland – “I just love showing off this beautiful part of the world and take so much pride in how lucky I am t...
Apr 06, 2025•7 min
Norah is training for a mission scheduled for 2026 as part of an all-female crew on a spaceflight with IIAS and Virgin Galactic alongside American Kellie Gerardi and Canadian Dr. Shawna Pandya. She will become the first Irish person in space! Norah joined Alison Curtis to update us on the latest part of her adventure and to chat about a brand new documentary that reveals all about Ireland's involvement in space. Did you know: Ireland is a founding member of the European Space Agency when it was ...
Apr 05, 2025•8 min
Sarah was born with a rare genetic condition that affects her skull's development, requiring multiple life-changing surgeries from the age of six months. She is six now and thanks to expert care, she continues to thrive. She called in to chat to Alison Curtis alongside her Mum Diane who told us all about Sarah's journey and her courageous attitude to life and her brilliant baking skills!! The Great Irish Bake is happening on Friday 11th April. Get involved and help raise urgently needed funds fo...
Apr 05, 2025•6 min
Author, Pharmacist and holistic Influencer Jess Redden is a new Mum and is cherishing the moments with her 19th month old baby boy Bobby and Daddy Rob Kearney. From Babies to Bone Health: Jess popped in for a chat with her lovely Mum Linda on Mother's Day about a new campaign from the Irish Osteoporosis Society asking women over 65 to prioritise their bone health. It’s called the Make or Break campaign and Linda knows all about it as she herself broke her arm.
Mar 30, 2025•7 min
Sophie Ellis-Bextor has announced a second show in Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre on Wednesday 21st May 2025. Her show on Thursday 22nd May 2025 is completely sold out. She tells Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast how the Irish date was added at her insistence after Manager only had UK dates. And her gut was correct it was the first date to sell out straight away! ‘Murder on the Dancefloor’ has now reached over 11 billion global streams across all platforms. Her 7th studio album ‘HANA’ is out now....
Mar 29, 2025•8 min
@the_hungryhooker on Instagram ‘Bakes and Wee Treats’ is OUT NOW STATS: 615k followers: 243k followers on Facebook, 262k on Instagram, and 110k on TikTok. Jonny Murphy is a former professional rugby union player from Northern Ireland, who played hooker for Ulster (2015-17), Rotherham Titans (2017-18) and Connacht (2018-22). After a career-ending injury, turned to his other passion, baking. Jonny speaks very movingly about his own personal journey, and how the support of his close-knit family com...
Mar 23, 2025•7 min
The brains behind 'Captain Underpants' and 'Dog Man' to more. Dav Pilkey joined Alison Curtis to talk about his journey from a back of the class doodler to a multi-million best selling author and illustrator. Dav told Alison his inspirational story. He is very open about his ADHD diagnosis and wants to celebrate neurodivergency and inspire. He spent many hours placed in the corridor by Teachers who didn't understand. But with the help of his supportive parents and school friends he went from goo...
Feb 28, 2025•7 min
Something a majority of parents are faced with at some point during their children’s life is picky eating. Here to provide some much need light on the issue is Louise Lennox an accredited fussy eating expert and runs a course called Picky Eaters Mealtime Makeover . Louise has work as a TV chef and food writer – she was a favourite on RTÉ’s The Restaurant as a pastry chef – but for years, she’s been training and specialising in what she describes as her real purpose in life, to help empower paren...
Feb 15, 2025•9 min
‘Celebrity Bear Hunt’ is a terrifying game of cat and mouse where Bear Grylls becomes the ultimate predator. If he catches them, they’re out. Tennis legend Boris Becker joined Alison on Weekend Breakfast to discuss all of the trials and tribulations of his time on the show.
Feb 09, 2025•5 min
Imagine being stranded in the unforgiving Central American jungle, with Bear Grylls himself hunting you down. Now imagine former England rugby star Danny Cipriani is there with you! Spice Girl Mel B didn't have to imagine - it was real life! Mel B and Danny Cipriani joined Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast to chat about Celebrity Bear Hunt.
Feb 09, 2025•6 min
'Celebrity Bear Hunt' is the new Netflix series hosted by Holly Willoughby and Bear Grylls. An action-packed showdown throws an unexpected mix of famous faces into the wild, where they’ll have to prove they have the instincts, courage, and grit to survive. Holly Willoughby and Bear Grylls told Alison Curtis all about the new show.
Feb 09, 2025•5 min
Singer and songwriter, Cian Ducrot joined Ray on the show to chat all about his big night in LA and how it felt to WIN his first ever Grammy!
Feb 05, 2025•14 min
The good doctor Ciara Kelly was in the house to discuss our listeners ailments - from shaky hands to ingrown toenails.
Feb 05, 2025•15 min
Caroline Hirons, a renowned skincare expert, author, and entrepreneur, is bringing her live podcast Glad We Had This Chat to 3Olympia Theatre, Dublin in February 2025. She joined Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast to chat all about it and why she can't stand snoring!
Feb 02, 2025•14 min
One of Ireland’s greatest ever rugby stars, Gordon D’Arcy, and its greatest No.10 never-to-have-been capped, Paul Howard (aka Ross O’Carroll Kelly), have once again teamed up for a new children’s book, 'Let’s Play Rugby'. The lads joined Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast to chat all things rugby!
Jan 29, 2025•9 min
