Nadiya Hussein's life changed forever when she entered and then won the 2015 Great British Bake Off. Since that day Nadiya has presented her own hugely popular cookery shows that include 'Fast Flavours', 'Nadiya Bakes' and 'Nadiya's Time To Eat' plus 'Nadiya's American Adventure' and 'Nadiya's Asian Odyssey' She has also published SEVENTEEN books. She is a busy, busy lady but she took the time out to chat to Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast and talk about how her kids are such teenagers, her l...
Sep 03, 2022•9 min
Some schools have already gone back but all will be back at some stage this week. So who better to talk us through some top tips on settling our kids back into the classroom and into a routine than Parenting and Early Childhood Education Expert Dr. Mary O’Kane! drmaryokane.ie Alison spoke to her on Weekend Breakfast.
Aug 28, 2022•9 min
It's nearly time to jump around...but it needn't be a house of pain!! It's Sunday evening and you have the feet up and the telly is on to the new boxset.. then suddenly you remember..."Aaaarrrgghhh!! School lunches!!" Well fear not. Here to help us gear up for the marathon ahead… best selling author and owner of a cookery school - Jolene Cox aka One Yummy Mummy She has all the best tips oneyummymummy.com On Instagram too @oneyummymummy View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jolene + Lil's ...
Aug 27, 2022•7 min
Finally, a show to rival The Rose Of Tralee! Weekend Breakfast scoured every county in Ireland to find the best man or "Bros(e)" to come on air and display their greatest talent! Alison welcomed John in Limerick ( a truck driver by day and as silky voiced as Celine Dion by night!) and another John in Cork (a Lab Manager who is very well respected in his field...literally) He really mooved us to tears.
Aug 21, 2022•7 min
Aine Duffy is one of the most creative self-starting musicians in Ireland. She created her Duffbox (a converted Donkey Box) during the pandemic while searching for a way to continue gigging safely. She also built her own passive home for 12k! The Duffbox is still on tour, it’s been great fun, to see the people’s faces alone with the happiness and the craic. Áine Duffy will play for hundreds of children in direct provision centres around Cork in the coming weeks. The Duffbox Children’s Project is...
Aug 20, 2022•8 min
The most important part of Weekend Breakfast is you guys! We LOVE engagement with our listeners whether they are on the way to sports practice, or music event, or sitting at home with a cup of tea. Wherever you are we love to hear from you. And sometimes you guys are listening in the strangest places - and this has to be the most unique ever! This week we got a slimey email or I should say Snail Mail from Kieran Corley in Monaghan. • Bragan Skincare is a family business – Kerri and Donal his kid...
Aug 07, 2022•6 min
"CHEEEEEESE!" Aardman Animation has embedded itself into popular movie culture with memorable characters like Wallace & Gromit, Shaun The Sheep, and many more. George Watson is one of the genius minds behind Aardman. He is a model maker responsible for many of their best works including Chicken Run 2 which he has just finished working on!
Aug 06, 2022•7 min
Ever heard of the new game graveyard? If you haven't Emma Doran tells Alison all about it in today's show. For the full chat click the play button above
Jul 03, 2022•12 min
Dublin Bus and its employees have a new community partnership with LGBT Ireland for Pride 2022. It features a diverse group of LGBTQ+ community members, including Dublin Bus employees with the person who has always been there for them and who has grown alongside their journey - somebody who’s been there through the good times, the bad times and all the times in-between providing unrelenting support. Jim strongly believes that everyone should be able to love who they want to love and that is some...
Jun 24, 2022•4 min
Tọlá Okogwu is beyond excited about the news that her new book has already been acquired by Netflix. It will be produced by Will Smith and David Oyelowo and it is only published THIS MONTH! Wow. The book' Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun' has been described as Black Panther Meets Percy Jackson Meets The X-Men (with a little bit of Umbrella Academy thrown in!) and is gripping, thrilling, unexpected and empowering. Alison Curtis and Weekend Breakfast sat down with Tola and asked her about her ins...
Jun 24, 2022•7 min
He is 'All Fired Up' with his new show on RTE on Tuesdays. Nico spoke to Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast about his Roscommon and Jamaican heritage and his travels which have inspired his life as one of the country's best barbecue chefs. "I grew up with the meat and potatoes but my Mam would always throw on a little something special like the Jamaican hot sauce and I then spent time in South America and that inspired another twist to my food."
Jun 24, 2022•7 min
We spotted this heart warming and inspiring Tweet about a Limerick Dad going back to school! Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis spoke to son Shane and Dad Peter about this courageous return to do his Leaving Cert again. A very proud son on Father's Day: Please send good wishes out to the powers that be that my Dad, Peter, flies through his #LeavingCert2022 Art History exam at 2.00pm! 🍀 So crazy proud of him for going back to do his Leaving in his 60s 🙌❤️ (Fun fact: he dropped me to my Art Hi...
Jun 18, 2022•6 min
Glenda Gilson, former model and Xposé presenter has a very different life now. She was once jetting off up to three times a week doing crazy work hours going from fashion shoots to famous shouts. Now, she is doing Zoom interviews in the car after being chased by a small fella wielding a tin-whistle and blowing it so hard she had to run out of the house! Glenda chats about how Motherhood has brought so much happiness, hard-work and also chickenpox! She is also very close to Dublin Simon Community...
Jun 11, 2022•7 min
Katherine Ryan is one of the world's best and most accomplished Stand-Ups. She is also an Actor, writer, TV presenter and panelist and has managed to let her talent shine in an impossibly competitive industry. Her new show on Prime Video called 'Backstage With Katherine Ryan' is a fascinating concept. Katherine Ryan combines her stand-up routine with all the behind-the-scenes gossip, as she invites a host of seriously top comedy stars to perform and hang out backstage with her at London’s Roundh...
Jun 10, 2022•10 min
How would you fancy re-sitting junior cert maths? Now, imagine sitting it at 11 years old. Cara Darmody is doing just that all in aid of helping those with autism and their families. But she hasn't stopped there. She's set to meet the Tánaiste next Thursday to discuss the changes she would like to see made. If you'd like to support Cara on her mission you can donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/caras-extraordinary-maths-challenge [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/2211361...
May 22, 2022•8 min
How do you fancy saving a few quid on your food bills? This week Alison was joined by online sensation Ruth Whelan AKA 'Mrs Hawkins House' to discuss just that! Ruth tells Alison her top saving tips and how you can make 28 meals a week for just over 15eur a head. Sounds like a bargain to us. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/21114303/Mrs-Hawkins-Podcast.mp3"][/audio] Hit play to catch the full chat and join Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast. Saturdays from 8am and Sundays f...
May 21, 2022•9 min
Lili is one of Irelands top photographers and foodie instagrammers @liliforberg She has reached unimaginable success for something that was once a hobby. After much support from fans and friends and after two years she has released a new book (see below) it is currently No. 1 in Ireland! The book includes fuss free recipes for busy families, that mean you don’t have to source specialist ingredients. They are tried and tested by her own family. Weekend breakfast loves her and Alison chats to Lili...
Apr 30, 2022•6 min
Lucy Hawking is a science educator, journalist, documentary maker, campaigner and author. The series of children's books she wrote with her Dad Stephen, ‘George’s Secret Key to the Universe’ was a global hit. Over 400,000 books worldwide translated into 38 languages. Now, she releases a brand new book called ‘Princess Olivia Investigates: The Wrong Weather’ Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast chatted to Lucy about her inspirational and iconic father Stephen and why she continues to campaign for s...
Apr 24, 2022•9 min
People around the country have definitely started booking off holiday time and many might not exactly know where to go! Travel restrictions are easing. The industry is really bouncing back, outpacing predictions. This has caused some problems too!! See Dublin Airport delays, hospitality staffing issues, price pressures in peak season. However, the need to get a holiday tops everything. Home or abroad. And guess what? We're worth it! (thanks L'Oreal) Irish Independent Travel Editor, Pol O’Conghai...
Apr 23, 2022•9 min
Every year we resurrect ourselves for Easter. But, what's the best way to cook the lamb? And the best dessert? Top Telly chef and farmer foodie favourite Catherine Fulvio tells Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast: [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/16120727/TDFM-J9-CATHERINE-FULVIO-FINAL.mp3"][/audio]
Apr 16, 2022•7 min
When Bridgerton first hit Netflix it was the most streamed show ever before a certain Squid Game came along. It has been a phenomenon and season two kicked off this weekend. Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast had the privilege of taking a promenade walk with members of the cast. Adjoa Andoh (Lady Danbury) Ruth Gemmell (Violet Bridgerton) & Golda Rosheuvel (Queen Charlotte) Luke Newton (Colin Bridgerton) & Luke Thompson (Benedict Bridgerton) PRESS PLAY TO LISTEN [audio mp3="https://media....
Mar 26, 2022•9 min
The VHi Women's Mini Marathon 2022 will be emotional. After the last few years being a virtual event this will be the first time since Covid struck that it will finally be live again. Roz Purcell is this year's Ambassador and says that with so many people together for such a positive occasion it is sure to get emotional! Being a hiking hero Roz also tells Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast some top treks for adult groups and families. JUST PRESS PLAY TO LISTEN [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms....
Mar 09, 2022•6 min
Serena Terry is a true Derry Girl! The Tik-Tok / Instagram superstar has made a playful post of some daily Mum themed comedy sketches into a brilliant book. The creator of viral sensation 'Mammy Banter' spoke to Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast. She talks about imposter syndrome, turning Tik Toks into a book ()it incudes a Derryisms glossary!), dealing with anxiety, solidarity with Mums all over the world, why society has created impossible pressures on parenting and loads more PRESS PLAY TO L...
Mar 05, 2022•10 min
Homelessness in Ireland has increased by 9% in the last year. In the last 6 months: 5 people became homeless every day 2 children became homeless every day One family became homeless every day One family became homeless every day in the last 6 months. 2,500 CHILDREN are living in emergency accommodation. These are the reasons TodayFM created 'The Big Busk' campaign. CEO Pat Dennigan spoke to Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast. Pat said if we can come together as a country and tackle Covid we can...
Feb 27, 2022•7 min
The Eagles classic Hotel California clocks in at a whopping 6:30 Just imagine holding your breath for close to that! The pandemic has reshaped a lot of our lives and made us consider many things in work and life. Some of us even gained new talents and none more so than this incredible woman from Waterford. Kathy MacDonald who set 10 new Irish Freediving records including holding her breath underwater for 6 minutes and 12 seconds only starting training in the middle of the pandemic! Kathy spoke t...
Feb 20, 2022•8 min
Keith Brymer-Jones has a fabulous story to tell. Most people will know him as the Judge from The Great Pottery Throw Down who gets tearful over terracota! If there a piece of pottery he loves then he has no hesitation in creating an emotional bond. The Channel 4 show hosted by our very own Siobhán McSweeney (Sister Michael in Derry Girls). She broke her leg so Ellie Taylor took over presenting duties this season. Keith joined Weekend Breakfast and told Alison Curtis his amazing story overcoming ...
Feb 19, 2022•10 min
TACOS! Ireland has fallen in love with Mexican food. And nobody knows this better than Lily Ramirez-Foran! She has just published her first book 'TACOS' in Ireland and it already has a fan in Telly chef superstar Nigella Lawson. Lily joined Weekend Breakfast to tell us more about herself, her story and all about Mexican cuisine. PRESS PLAY TO LISTEN TO CHAT [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/02/13134754/MEXICAN-CHEF-LILY-RM.mp3"][/audio] I feel a little overwhelmed with all the ...
Feb 13, 2022•8 min
Nadia Caterina Munno aka The Pasta Queen is a linguine legend! The Italian born chef now based in California reigns supreme: She has amassed over 2m followers on Insta 250k subscribers on YouTube 2.1 million followers and 35 million likes on Tik-Tok She looks like Sofia Vergara is just as hilarious and LOVES sharing her Italian roots! Pasta La Vista baby what's not to love! Weekend Breakfast caught up with her from her home in California! "INGREDIENTS!!!" Press Play Below To Listen To The Chat [...
Jan 30, 2022•7 min
We absolutely love Kellie Harrington. The gold medal winning Olympian has a knockout personality and an inspiring outlook on life. Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis spoke to her about her role as brand ambassador for Spar and their 'Better Choices' campaign. She talks passionately about how Irish boxing has more than any other sport saved the lives of young people in this country. Boxing clubs are saving the lives of some kids. It builds resilience and discipline and self worth. Having a coac...
Jan 29, 2022•10 min
Fiona Bergin is BIG in the Agri-Tik Tok scene! The 23-year-old from Kilkenny already has 6.6 m views of her and her calves. (no not her own she's not a fitness influencer) it's her COWS. That's a big herd of followers! Fiona spoke to Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast about why she thinks it got so big, how much she loves her animals and how the city and country debate in Ireland is ongoing... some of her non-farming friends have never gone near a cow! JUST PRESS PLAY TO LISTEN [audio mp3="https...
Jan 23, 2022•8 min
