The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show
Episodes
Dundalk Woman Reunited With Her Engagement Ring After Five Months
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shannon from Louth was reunited with her treasured engagement ring, five months after she lost it in the sea, Aidan in Cork gave his best go at 'waffl...
Gift Grub: Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch Tries His Hand At Door-To-Door Canvassing
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch surprised everyone when he announced that he was running for election to the Dáil but he means business! On this morning's Gif...
Gift Grub: Roy Keane Gives His Honest Review Of Ireland's 5-0 Loss
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Irish football fans were left speechless last night, as the Boys in Green lost 5-0 to England at Wembley. Manager Heimir Hallgrimsson called it embarr...
Gift Grub: Irish Party Leaders Prepare To Go Head To Head
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the General Election looming, Irish politicians are busily preparing for a war of words. The first leader's debate of the campaign takes place on...
How well do you know Robbie Williams? Test yourself in a game of Waffle!
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How well do you know Robbie Williams? Test yourself in a game of Waffle! Find about the corporate abbreviations that boggle most people's minds, Lady ...
Gift Grub: Katie Taylor Looks Ahead To Her Big Bout
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano go head to head tonight, in a highly anticipated rematch. On this morning's Gift Grub, Katie joined Iano on the line t...
Gift Grub: Ireland May Have Won The Game But Eamon Dunphy Is Still Not Happy!
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Republic of Ireland football team scored a victory against Finland at the Aviva Stadium last night. However, even though the Boys in Green won, Ea...
Gift Grub: Cillian Murphy's Latest Cup Of Tea Hailed As 'A Masterpiece'
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is there anything Cillian Murphy can't do?! There is no doubt that the Cork man is one of this generation's finest actors but it doesn't stop with act...
Shauna's School Run - St Patrick’s De La Salle, Kilkenny
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our researcher Shauna headed off to meet a selection of students from the second class at St Patrick’s De La Salle, Kilkenny. She spoke to Martin, O...
Gift Grub: The FOGS Take On Shaboozey And Tell Fans To Get Out Of The Bar!
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After New Zealand's victory last weekend, there's a bit of pressure on Andy Farrell's lads as they take on Argentina this Friday. The FOGS joined Ian ...
What Movie *Never Fails* To Make You 'Ugly Cry'?
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Find out which tear-jerker movie makes Iano cry, how long it takes us to get over a breakup, and the latest on Robbie Williams' big Croker gig. Subscr...
Gift Grub: What's With Politicians Popping Up On Podcasts?!
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Election season is in full swing and over the last few days, Irish politicians have been out and about, meeting and greeting the general public. In an...
Gift Grub: Daniel Gives Out About The Lack Of Late Late Show
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gift Grub's resident TV reviewer Daniel O'Donnell joined Ian on this morning's show and he was not happy. There was no Late Late Show on Friday and h...
Gift Grub: Donal Lenihan Gives The Full Run Down On Ireland V All Blacks
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Irish rugby commentator Donal Lenihan joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub. He gave him the full rundown on Ireland v NZ on Friday, as only Donal ca...
Iano Moves In On Dave Moore's Bad Joke Territory
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Moore becomes Dave Moore the author, Paul Mescal at the Irish premiere of Gladiator 2 plus the non physical activity that burns over 20 calories ...
Gift Grub: Roy Is In Full 'Plug' Mode
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Roy Keane has a big event to plug and he needs Ian's help to sell those tickets. He joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub in an attempt to get those ...
Gift Grub: When Is Simon Harris Going To Dissolve The Dáíl?!
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It looks like the General Election will take place on Friday 29th of November. But, before that can happen Taoiseach Simon Harris needs to ask Preside...
Gift Grub: Radio ROG - All Blacks Special
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The mighty All Blacks will go head to head with the boys in green at The Aviva tomorrow night and to celebrate, there's a brand new episode of Radio R...
Gift Grub: Bertie Binges On Live Election Coverage as Matt Cooper's Mind Boggles
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Well, well, well. What an eventful morning. As America learns that Donald Trump will most likely become their 47th President, the world reacts. On thi...
It's Official! Barry Keoghan Is Smitten Over Sabrina Carpenter
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Barry declares his love for Sabrina, the Irish singing jockey making waves in Australia and remembering the contents of a CV for 1,000 euro! Subscribe...
Gift Grub: Donald Trump Lets Rip About Ireland
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today is the day and all eyes are on the US election. On this morning's Gift Grub, it was all about American politics and Donald Trump even made an ap...
Gift Grub: Donal Lenihan Lets Loose About Munster Match
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Munster took on the All Blacks at Thomand Park over the weekend and unfortunately fell short against New Zealand's finest. Proud Munster man Donal Len...
Gift Grub: Damien Duff and Jose Mourinho Celebrate Shels Title Win
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Damien Duff's Shelbourne have been crowned SSE Airtricity League Premier Division champions for the first time in nearly 20 years. On this morning's G...
The World Record Time For Carving A Pumpkin Is...
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pumpkin carving, flapjack taste tests and the original Gladiator movie - all packed into one show podcast. Subscribe to The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show...
Gift Grub: Michael D Goes Off On One About Dublin Marathon
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thousands of runners will take to the streets of the capital this weekend for Dublin Marathon. However, one very famous resident of Phoenix Park is no...
Gift Grub: Davy Fitz Weighs In On GAA Manager Pay Debate
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the big sports stories this week is the ongoing debate around GAA inter-county managers and their pay. On this morning's Gift Grub, Davy Fitz j...
Have We Found The Oldest Pub Quiz In Ireland?
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Neil from Spells Bar in Roscommon tells Ian about the oldest pub quiz in Ireland, Elaine gets her new windows in and The Beckhams pay for a 64 million...
Shauna's School Run - Scoil San Eoin, Redcross, Co. Wicklow
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our researcher Shauna headed off to meet a selection of students from Junior Infants, Senior Infants, First and Second Class at Scoil San Eoin in...
Gift Grub: Johnny Sexton Loses His Temper With Ian (Again!)
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny Sexton looks set to make a return to the Irish Rugby team after reportedly being offered a coaching role. He joined Ian on this morning's Gift ...
Gift Grub: Ballymun Paschal Takes On The Monk
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch is a familiar name to many but according to recent reports, he is considering running for election in the Dublin Central consti...
The Airport That Restricts How Long You Hug Your Loved Ones
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The international airport that is restricting how long you hug your friends and family plus the pet pig craze has hit Ireland! Subscribe to The Ian De...
Gift Grub: Simon Harris Dodges Ian's Questions On The General Election
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rumours are rife that there’s another general election on the way. But, when? Taoiseach Simon Harris joined Ian on the line for this morning’...
Gift Grub: Irish Broadcasters Undergo Rigorous Training Ahead Of Election
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland's current affairs broadcasters have a busy time ahead. Matt Cooper, Pat Kenny, and Miriam O'Callaghan have been working hard to make sure they...
Gift Grub: Keith Duffy Explains The New GAA Rules
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The GAA have been pushing for the introduction of a new scoring system and some of these new rules got an airing at the weekend. It seemed that some p...
Gift Grub: Simon Harris Dodges Ian's Questions On The General Election
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rumours are rife that there’s another general election on the way. But, when? Taoiseach Simon Harris joined Ian on the line for this morning’...
Gift Grub - Roy Keane Roasts Barry 'Cash Machine' Dunne
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The amounts of money given away on the Today FM Cash Machine are in the six figures these days and there's one man giving it away - Barry Dunne! Roy K...
Gift Grub: Who'll Be The Biggest Traitor In Ireland?
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, RTÉ announced that Traitors Ireland, the Irish adaptation of the global hit reality competition series, The Traitors, will be coming ...
Gift Grub: Sinn Fein FM Battle To Stay On Air
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been a tough few weeks for Sinn Fein. Resignations and embarrassing controversies have littered the party over the past number of weeks. We wen...
Gift Grub: Tinker Tailor Senator Spy
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many of our politicians have been denying having any connections with the Kremlin after reports of a Russian asset in Leinster House. It feels like th...
Gift Grub: Donal Lenihan Compares RG Snyman To King Kong
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
80,000 Leinster and Munster supporters packed into Croke Park on Saturday evening for the URC clash between the two provinces. While Leinster took the...
Gift Grub: Ireland Suffer Greek Tragedy In Athens
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Well it was good while it lasted! Despite a spirited performance, Ireland got back to losing ways in Athens last night with a 2-0 defeat to Greece. Ea...
Gift Grub: Leinster & Munster Respect & Hate Each Other
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leinster take on Munster in Croke Park this weekend and all the talk leading up to the game is one of mutual respect and mutual hatred. Johnny Sexton ...
Gift Grub: Ireland Have Officially Won A Football Match
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland beat Finland in Helsinki last night with a last minute Robbie Brady goal. Eamon Dunphy and Mick McCarthy joined Ray to celebrate victory at la...
Gift Grub: Roy Keane Looks Ahead To Ireland v Finland Live From A Sauna
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland take on Finland tonight in the Nations League and are hoping for the first win of Heimir Hallgrimsson's reign. Roy Keane embraces Finnish cult...
Gift Grub: Harris Heads For The White House
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Taoiseach Simon Harris is on the move yet again with a visit to The White House to meet President Biden today. They are holding an event to mark the c...
Nostalgia Warning: Bullseye is back!
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The return of Bullseye, Reece Witherspoon's new project and the Carter family take on Bluey in Waffle. Subscribe to The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show whe...
Gift Grub: Cork Mourns The Loss of Lennox's
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian went live to the queue outside legendary chippers Lennox's, as Corkonians desperately waited for their last bag of ch...
Gift Grub: Roy Keane Pleads...'Please Please Please Fire Ten Hag'
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There has been lots of speculation around Eric Ten Hag’s future at Manchester United but on this morning’s Gift Grub, Roy Keane made his views ver...
Shauna's School Run - St Patrick's NS, Baconstown, Co. Meath
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our researcher Shauna headed off to meet a selection of students from 1st and 2nd class at St Patrick’s NS, Baconstown, Co. Meath. She spoke to Geor...
Gift Grub: A Sneak Peak At Johnny Sexton's Brand New Autobiography
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rugby legend Johnny Sexton's brand new autobiography is released next week and fans across the country are chomping at the bit to get stuck into it!...
Have You Ever Sent Money To The Wrong Person On Revolut?
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shauna tells the story of what happens when you send money to the wrong person on Revolut, Gwen takes on Sally Rooney in Waffle and some good and bad ...
Gift Grub: Paschal & Jack Are Just Giving It Away
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's Budget Day today and the Ministers for Finance and Public Expenditure are pumped and ready for their big day in the spotlight.
Gift Grub: Justice For The Wee County
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The people of County Louth are up in arms after they were the only county not featured in a new Failte Ireland advert promoting Ireland's ancient East...
Gift Grub: Will Mick McCarthy End Up In The Jungle?
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former Ireland player and manager Mick McCarthy is rumoured to be one of the contestants on I'm A Celeb Get Me Out Of Here this year. He joined Ian to...
Ireland's Smartest Surname Is Now Confirmed
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
20 surnames, 60 listeners and over 250 questions later, we have officially crowned Ireland's Smartest Surname. Subscribe to The Ian Dempsey Breakfast ...
Gift Grub: Roy, Robbie and Gerald Keane Take On Ireland's Smartest Surname
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the very final day of Ireland's Smartest Surname, Roy, Robbie, and Gerald Keane decided to take on Ireland's Smartest Surname. Could they take down...
Gift Grub: Paschal says 'The First Hut Was The Cheapest'
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Well, one of the big talking points of this week has been the €1.4 million security hut at the entrance to the Department of Finance. The Government...
Gift Grub: Christy Pens An Ode To Emojis
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Christy Moore joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub and performed a brand-new song, all about emojis. Who knew Christy Moore knew about the aubergine...
Saoirse Ronan Says She'd Be Interested In A Brooklyn Sequel
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Actress Saoirse Ronan joined Ian on this morning's show to tell him all about her brand new movie, 'The Outrun', which is out on Friday the 27th of Se...
Gift Grub: The Real George Hamilton Commentates A Very Special Match
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Legendary Irish commentator, George Hamilton , joined Ian on this morning's show to reminisce about some of the most iconic sporting moments of his ca...
Shauna Revels In Her Christ The Redeemer Moment
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Shauna reveals the latest on Saoirse Ronan plus her latest hiking experiences, an Irish mammy brings her son to his first day of army...
Gift Grub: Michael D and Simon Harris Take On The Big Apple
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
President Michael D. Higgins is in New York for a United Nations Conference, but he's not the only one. Our Taoiseach, Simon Harris, is also in The B...
Gift Grub: Daniel Celebrates 35 Years Of Fair City
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fair City recently celebrated a massive moment- 35 years on air! Gift Grub's resident TV reviewer Daniel O'Donnell joined Ian this morning to mark the...
Gift Grub: Michael O'Leary Is Practically Giddy At The Thoughts Of An End To Working From Home!
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Since Covid, thousands of the Irish workforce have become accustomed to working at home or at least a hybrid between home and the office. However, Ama...
Gift Grub: Roy Keane Has His Christmas Shopping Done Already!
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that one in four people have started their Christmas shopping?! A new survey released this week revealed the shocking statistic. On this ...
Gift Grub: Man City In The Dock!
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Football club Manchester City have been accused of violations of the Premier League's financial regulations and on Monday, they began a ten week heari...
Introducing The Simon Cowell Of The Ploughing Championships
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ian hears what it takes to be a judge at the Ploughing Championships as well as the latest from Ireland's Smartest Surname and the Emmys. Subscribe to...
Gift Grub: The Dáil Is Back But It's The Same Old, Same Old!
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After a lovely, long summer break, the Dáil is back. Has anything changed? Well, if this morning's Gift Grub is anything to go by - no! Well, except ...
Gift Grub: All Roads Lead to Ratheniska For The 2024 Ploughing Championships
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Well, today marks the start of the National Ploughing Championships. It will run until Thursday and over 200,000 people will make their way to Laois f...
Gift Grub: How Will We Spend This €14 Billion?!
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Well, it's official. The Irish government has been told that it needs to collect €14 billion in taxes from Apple. But, what on earth will the govern...
Is Harry Potter Your Dream Waffle Topic?
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Lazenby's take on Harry Potter in Waffle, the Dunnes try their hand at Ireland's Smartest Surnames and all the MTV VMA goss from Shauna. Subscribe...
Gift Grub: Michael Flatley Gives All The Goss From The Irish Open
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Irish Open is underway and on this morning's Gift Grub, Michael Flatley and Graeme McDowell joined Ian to give him an update on the event, live fr...
Gift Grub: The Late Late Show Is Back!
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Friday the 13th of September is unlucky for some but hopefully not for Patrick Kielty because after a long break, The Late Late Show returns to our sc...
Gift Grub: Paschal's €13 Billion Cash Machine Windfall
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this morning's Gift Grub, Minister for Public Expenditure, Paschal Donohoe won a MASSIVE €13 billion with Ray Foley on the Cash Machine. How do y...
Gift Grub: Irish Soccer Experts DESPAIR After Ireland's Loss
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After Ireland's loss againt Greece last night, it's hard to know what's next. On this morning's Gift Grub, some of Ireland's footballing greats joined...
A Tribute To One Of The Greatest Voices In Cinema
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Iano pays tribute to cinema legend James Earl Jones, chats with Graham Norton and introduces the Clarkes to Ireland's Smartest Surname. Subscribe to T...
Gift Grub: Oasis Are Hauled Up In Front Of The Public Accounts Committee
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Oasis ticket controversy continues to rumble on and on this morning's Gift Grub, the Gallagher brothers get hauled up in front of the Public Accou...
Graham Norton 'Couldn't Care Less' About Oasis Reunion
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Graham Norton is a busy man. Not content with being one of television's most loved hosts, he is also an extremely successful writer and his fifth book...
Gift Grub: Enda Kenny Wants A Go At Ireland's Smartest Surname
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For the month of September, Ian will be searching for Ireland's Smartest Surname and there is great excitement! Some of the Gift Grub characters decid...
Gift Grub: Ireland V England - The Aftermath
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian caught up with our wonderful President, Michael D Higgins, who attended Ireland v England over the weekend. Michael D...
Please, Please, Please Say The Right Thing In Waffle
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A new leader in Ireland's Smartest Surnames, to pee or not to pee and a very close call in Waffle! Subscribe to The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show whereve...
Gift Grub: Louis Walsh Wants Oasis To Do 100 Day Residency In Mayo
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With rumours persisting that Oasis could announce more Irish dates, Louis Walsh thinks the Gallagher brothers could do a residency in Mayo! Hit play n...
Gift Grub: The Ferry Is Full Of Farage And Friends
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland play England in the Aviva Stadium on Saturday and fans have been making their way across the water for the match. On this morning's Gift Grub,...
Gift Grub: Radio Roy - An Ireland v England Special
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland play England in the Aviva Stadium on Saturday and this morning's Radio Roy looked ahead to the big game. Hit play now to hear the episode in f...
Do You Have Ireland's Smartest Surname?
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have Ireland's Smartest Surname? Tune in to find out who our current leaders are as well as an exciting round of Waffle and Adele news. Subscri...
Gift Grub: Leinster Houses's Bike Shed Has The Liveline Lighting Up
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's no doubt that the bike shed at Leinster House is the big talking point of the week - specifically, the cost of it. With a final total of €...
Gift Grub: Definitely Minted - The Album. Out NOW!
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know Oasis have been working on some fresh material?! It was news to us! But, on this morning's Gift Grub, we were lucky enough to get a sneak...
Gift Grub: The Oasis Queue Has Sent People Into A Tailspin
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's the topic that has everyone talking - the scramble for Oasis tickets! Hundreds of thousands of Irish people tried their luck to secure the golden...
Gift Grub: The Gift Crew Try Their Hand At 'Ireland's Smartest Surname'
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For the month of September, Ian will be searching for Ireland's Smartest Surname and there is great excitement! Some of the Gift Grub characters decid...
Coldplay Provide Listeners With An Adventure Of A Lifetime
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Coldplay are in the country and the kids are gone back to school. Could this week BE any better! Subscribe to The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show now where...
Gift Grub: Everyone Is Trying To Get Their Hands On Oasis Tickets!
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tickets for the massively anticipated Oasis reunion will go on sale this weekend and the world and its mother are trying to buy them! Ian caught up wi...
Gift Grub: RTÉ Take A Different Approach For The Autumn Launch
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the past, RTÉ would have launched their Autumn schedule with a big, glitzy event. However, since 'the controversy', they've pared things back a b...
Gift Grub: Simon Harris Has Been Busy. Or Has He?!
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Taoiseach Simon Harris is a busy man. In fact, he has been attending all manner of events across the country. But, what kind of events?! Is he doing a...
The Gallagher Brothers Just Made Our Shauna Cry
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
All the reaction to the reunion that nobody thought was possible plus the mother and daughter in Meath who made everyone laugh in their attempt to con...
Gift Grub: Oasis Reunite And The World Rejoices
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The day has finally come. After a huge amount of speculation and build up, Oasis finally revealed details of a reunion and tour this morning. The Gift...
Gift Grub: Donal Lenihan Engrossed By American Football In The Aviva
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Georgia Tech and Florida State entertained 50,000 fans in the Aviva on Saturday in the Aer Lingus College Football Classic. Rugby commentator Donal Le...
Gift Grub: Christy Moore Pays Tribute To Match Of The Day
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that the legendary football programme, Match of the Day, turns 60 this week. One of Ireland's finest's songwriter's, Christy Moore, joine...
Gift Grub: Parents Are At Their Wits End - A Primetime Special
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the children of Ireland on summer holidays, parents across the country find themselves counting down the days until school starts again. It's bee...
Adele Fan From Kildare Tells Ian About Her Once In A Lifetime Experience
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paula Jones from Allenwood in Kildare is a massive Adele fan and when dates were released to the singer's Munich shows, she was on Ticketmaster for ov...
Gift Grub: See How The Rose of Tralee Has Evolved Over The Years
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There has been many changes since the very first Rose of Tralee and Ireland has seen a lot of progress since then. On this morning's Gift Grub, we too...