Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis

She's Back!!

Some of us buy a new jumper, jeans or dress --- some of us will go for a slap up meal!
Comedy genius Bill Bailey's biggest treat to himself is buying Medieval instruments! HIs most recent is a 14th-century Swedish keyed violin called a nickel-harpa!
Alison caught up with the comedian, musician, writer, actor, director, presenter and, Strictly Come Dancing champion!!
They chat about his brand new show, his love of nature and birds, and becoming a self-confessed coffee nerd!
Bill brings his brand-new stand-up show Vaudevillean to 3Arena, Dublin on Sunday 13th December 2026 AND SSE Arena, Belfast on Saturday 12th December!

Eva Pau joins Alison to celebrate the launch of her gorgeous new book, Eva Pau's Asian Cookbook: 80 Vibrant Recipes for Every Day — and to chat about why Asian cooking at home doesn’t have to feel intimidating.

Eva’s RTÉ show is now being distributed worldwide! She shares her family story: moving to Ireland as a baby and building the Asian Market into one of Dublin’s most inviting foodie destinations!

Eva also breaks down the book’s brilliant “pantry” guidance on sauces and essentials, shares her snack obsessions, and reveals her go-to comfort dish for a cold night: kimchi tofu stew!

Plus, she shares news on a special Christmas episode and season three of her TV show!

If you love some comedy on your social media then there's a good chance you will have come across Michelle Buteau in your timeline!
She joined Alison to talk comedy, courage, and her long-awaited return to Dublin — with the 'Surviving and Thriving Tour' at the Ambassador Theatre on 14th November.

Michelle chats about carving out her own lane as a storyteller (“my body IS The Daily Show”), why being a “professional oversharer” can be a gift, and the relatable chaos of raising twins!

She also looks back on her early TV ambitions and how 9/11 became the turning point that got her on stage — and changed everything.

Killian McLaughlin, founder of Wild Ireland Nature Reserve in Donegal, has successfully rescued two Russian bears, Bu and Tiapa, after a five-year effort from over 100 people navigating global conflicts and logistical barriers! The bears, who faced hardship in captivity in Dagestan, are loving their new home in Donegal!