Beyonce has ruffled some feathers on the country music scene with the release of her toe tappin', country bop, 'Texas Hold 'Em'.  Dolly Parton has given it the thumbs up but it seems that there are a few noses out of joint, including Daniel O'Donnell. He joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub to give his thoughts on it all. Hit play now to 

Gift Grub: Daniel O'Donnell Weighs In On Beyonce's Foray Into Country Music

Welcome to today, this is your captain speaking. With Iano at the helm, the Breakfast Show brings you up to speed on everything. News, sport, guests, giveaways, listener interaction and music - not to mention the legendary Gift Grub - all add to the mix of this 2-hour radio rollercoaster. Buckle up and come and have your breakfast.

Comedy

After a record-breaking crowd flocked to see The Wolfe Tones at last year's Electric Picnic, they are returning this year but this time, on the main stage. They joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub and gave a special performance. Hit play now to hear the full episode.      

Gift Grub: The Wolfe Tones Look Forward To Another Electric Picnic Gig

To celebrate an amazing 25 years of Gift Grub, the show is going on the road. Gift Grub Live ‘25 will hit the 3Arena on Friday 28th March 2025 for one night only.  All the gang are excited at the prospect! Hit play now to hear the full episode. 

Gift Grub: The Show Is Going On The Road -  Next Stop, The 3Arena!

It’s all about Electric Picnic today. There has been a huge amount of speculation about potential headliners and who they might be but the lineup will FINALLY be announced today. Ronan Keating joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub, to let it be known that he won't be there. Hit play now to hear the full episode. 

Gift Grub: Ronan Keating Declares Himself Out Of The Running For Electric Picnic

Gift Grub's Daniel O'Donnell joined Ian on this morning's show and he had something to get off his chest. There is one particular radio ad that has been grinding his gears and he HAD to share his annoyance. Hit play now to hear the full episode. 

Gift Grub: Daniel O'Donnell Goes SPARE Over Annoying Ad

Our researcher Shauna headed off to meet a selection of students from Ms McDonald’s first class in Our Lady of Lourdes NS in Bunclody. She spoke to: Alex, Paulo, Emma, Aoife, Molly, Bridget, Will, Amber Rose, Lilly, Ruby, Tadgh and Nicole.   With Simon Harris stepping into his new role as Taoiseach, she asked the kids what they wanted from the leader of the country and she also quizzed them about the importance of table manners.   Click play now to hear what they had to say! 

Gift Grub: Daniel O'Donnell Weighs In On Beyonce's Foray Into Country Music

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