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98FM's Big Breakfast with Rebecca and Brendan
98FM's Big Breakfast with Rebecca and Brendan airs weekdays 7-10am. Your daily dose of Dublin news, entertainment updates and craic in the mornings - including the biggest competitions and celebrity interviews.
Episodes
98FM's Big Breakfast with Rebecca and BrendanMatchy Matchy and a Taste of Dublin Tease! - 26th May 2026
Another scorcher on 98FM’s Big Breakfast, as Rebecca and Brendan bask in the May heatwave — 25 degrees on the way, a record 28.6 in Shannon, and Dublin already…
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Ireland Hits 27°C: Loafers, Nudie Beaches & More! - 25th May 2026
Dublin is heating up, with talk of 27 degrees on the way, and Rebecca and Brendan are trying to figure out the perfect “working in the city” temperature — plus…
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Matchy Matchy Mayhem and Brendan's Bit - 22nd May 2026
Sunshine season is officially here on 98FM’s Big Breakfast, with Rebecca and Brendan mapping out a warm, dry weekend in Dublin. Matchy Matchy returns with a…
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Celebrity Heads Chaos! - 21st May 2026
Gemini season has officially landed on 98FM’s Big Breakfast, and Rebecca and Brendan are fully leaning into it! Little Wins is in flying form: a solid nine…
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Emer McLysaght and Sarah Breen Talk All Things 'Our Deadly Summer' - 20th May 2026
This morning on 98FM’s Big Breakfast, Rebecca and Brendan kick off with your Little Wins — from a women’s social football team winning a UK tournament, to…
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Will Irish Fans Cheer On England at the World Cup? - 19th May 2026
This morning on 98FM’s Big Breakfast, Rebecca and Brendan tackle a truly cursed World Cup question: would Irish fans ever cheer on England? And it’s feel-good…
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Matchy Matchy Mayhem and Brendan's Bit! -- 18th May 2026
This morning on 98FM’s Big Breakfast, Rebecca and Brendan kick off with a much-needed weather glow-up — after a grim weekend, there’s talk of a “dramatic turn”…
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Luke Thomas Nabs Some Mystery Packages In Dublin! - 15th May 2026
This morning on 98FM’s Big Breakfast, Rebecca and Brendan kick off with a Love Island update as rumours swirl about an Irish lad heading into the villa! Plus…
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Big Breakfast LIVE from The George! - 14th May 2026
This morning on 98FM’s Big Breakfast, Rebecca and Brendan make radio history as the first show to broadcast live from The George — bright and early on stage to…
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Brendan's Bit, Matchy Matchy and 'Rivals' Returns! - 13th May 2026
This morning on 98FM's Big Breakfast, Brendan’s Bit is in full swing as Larry the cat looks set to outlast yet another UK Prime Minister! Plus, Matchy Matchy…
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'Help Is On The Way!' - Mrs Doubtfire Joins Rebecca & Brendan! - 12th May 2026
This morning on 98FM's Big Breakfast, Matchy Matchy with Emma in Sword goes heartbreakingly close with two perfect matches and one “Chris” standing in the way…
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The George Turns 40: Victoria’s Secret Joins Rebecca and Brendan! - 11th May 2026
Little Wins are flying in this Monday on 98FM’s Big Breakfast — 10 hours’ sleep in Finglas, laundry heroics in East Wall, a chicken fillet roll and a spar in…
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Coleen Nolan Talks Celebs Go Dating & Her New Podcast! - 08th May 2026
Rebecca and Brendan kick off with some tasty Dublin news as Bambino gets ready to open a third city spot on Camden Street! Plus, a stunning chat with Coleen…
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Brendan's Bit: Nessie Returns, Corpse Flowers Stink & Peacocks Invade
Rebecca and Brendan kick off with a chat about why nearly 9 in 10 of us would rather spend money on experiences than stuff! Then it’s confirmed: Brad Pitt is…
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Les Mis Star Killian Donnelly on Playing Jean Valjean in Dublin - 06th May 2026
Rebecca and Brendan get nostalgic about the early internet as Ask Jeeves officially retires after 25 years — was it basically AI before AI? Plus, the Bebo…
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Met Gala 2026 Toots & Boots! - 05th May 2026
Rebecca and Paul kick off the morning with a mini heart attack courtesy of a very serious-looking Pussycat Dolls statement — but is the tour actually in…
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Oprah Comes To Town, A Disastrous First Day and Matchy Matchy! - 1st May
Rebecca and Brendan kick off the Bank Holiday weekend with some news about Oprah Winfrey! Plus what shopping centre is getting a glow up? We share your Little…
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Brendan’s Song Scenario Challenge! - 30th April 2026
Rebecca and Brendan dive into the latest Katie Taylor Croke Park chatter — and the very real possibility of Ed Sheeran doing a “halftime show” at her farewell…
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Trisha Lewis Talks Wellfest and Batch Cooking Hacks - 29th April 2026
Rebecca and Brendan are back with Dublin’s 'Little Wins' — from surprise supermarket vouchers and a 100-day Duolingo streak, to baby goats, bog jumps, payday…
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Olivier Winner Arti Shah Talks Playing Paddington! - 28th April 2026
Rebecca and Brendan kick off with a very important mission: re-watching The Devil Wears Prada before the new one lands! Then it’s feather boas, sequins and…
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98FM's Big Breakfast Play 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire!' - 27th April 2026
Rebecca and Brendan kick off the morning with Dublin’s 'Little Wins' — from wedding green books and fresh-bed-sheet sleeps, to a puppy conquering the sea and a…
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Fra Fee Talks Netflix Thriller 'Unchosen' - 23rd April 2026
This morning, Rebecca and Brendan get giddy over the weather, with the west of Ireland set to hit a scorching 23 degrees — “warmer than Ibiza” — plus the…
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'Loaf Tin Bakes' with Chef Shane Smith! - 22nd April 2026
Rebecca and Brendan kick off with a deep dive into the newly searchable 1926 Irish census — from tracking family names to the dream of finding out who lived in…
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Ardal O’Hanlon's New Murder Mystery 'A Plot to Die For' - 21st April 2026
Rebecca and Brendan kick off with a very important fashion question: do you say “Gap” or “The Gap”? Matchy Matchy brings pen drama, tricky words and a one-word…
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Matchy Matchy, Little Wins and Good Weather On The Way! - 20th April 2026
Rebecca and Brendan dive into the upcoming good weather, with talk of two full weeks of sunshine — and a debate about whether Ireland’s weather lads are secret…
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A Heartbreakingly Close Game of Matchy Matchy! - 17th April 2026
Brendan and Jess kick things off with a very important realisation: Charli XCX isn’t actually called Charli XCX. The pair get stuck into pop star real names…
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The Big Breakfast Egg Quiz! - 16th April 2026
Would you get into a self-driving taxi? The gang debates AI cars taking full control, whether anyone actually wants “the chats”, and why London roads are an…
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Gemma Collins Doesn't Get Air Fryers: What Do You Not Get? - 15th April 2026
Rebecca and Brendan are chatting all things SNL UK, with Nicola Coughlan announced as a host alongside the Foo Fighters! It’s Matchy Matchy time with Shannon!…
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Show Me Your Hits: Beyoncé vs Justin Timberlake - 14th April 2026
Rebecca and Brendan kick off the show with “research” on what actually makes a great day — from six-hour workdays and two-hour social limits to the genuinely…
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Have You Ever Got Caught Pulling A Sickie? - 13th April 2026
Rebecca and Brendan kick off the morning with the news that Rory McIlroy has won the Masters again! We hear your Little Wins from holidays to first 5K and play…
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Live From Saint Studios Plus A Googly Eye Seagull Update!
Rebecca and Brendan take Big Breakfast out of the studio and onto the rooftop at Saint Studios on South William Street — Dublin’s boutique fitness and wellness…
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Stopping Seagulls And A Close Game of Matchy Matchy
Brendan put some scientific theories to the test to see if Seagull's avoid food if you stick googly eyes on it... Rebecca shares more details on some upcoming…
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Traitors Star Harriet Tyce, Friendcations and Matchy Matchy
We really set the cat amongst the pigeons this morning as we were joined by star of The Traitors UK, best selling author Harriet Tyce to talk about her…
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Matchy Matchy, Airport Parrot and Devil Wears Prada
A parrot named Troy caused has everyone confused at Dublin Airport over the Easter Weekend weekend. Rebecca and Brendan also debate the very important…
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Lost and Found on Dublin Bus: Dentures, Cash & a Rabbit!
Storm Dave is on the way, and Jessica and Brendan are completely obsessed with the name! Matchy Matchy delivers peak heartbreak with a last-second answer…
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Super Sniffer: Brendan Sniffs Easter Eggs! - 02nd April 2026
Niall Horan has just added another 3Arena date, and Rebecca and Brendan are fully on board — Dinner Party Live is coming, tickets are going on sale, and…
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We Got April Fooled by Claire Byrne Playing Matchy Matchy! - 01st April 2026
Love is Blind UK is coming back for not one, but two more seasons — and Rebecca and Brendan are equal parts intrigued and suspicious! Plus, SNL UK is winning…
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BBQ Season Hacks with Jim Moore! - 31st March 2026
Tom Jones is coming (well… Kildare), and Rebecca is already reliving her first-ever gig: Sex Bomb era, the RDS, a gaggle of mums, and Samantha Mumba opening…
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Where Do You Hide for a Sneaky Break in Work? - 30th March 2026
Strictly gossip is back on the menu as Rebecca and Brendan chat through the latest names linked to replacing Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly! Plus: Little Wins…
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James Kavanagh Talks 'Cheap European Homes' - 27th March 2026
Celebrity Traitors fever hits the studio as Rebecca and Paul dish on Claudia Winkleman’s “gobsmacked” reaction to the new line-up, with Michael Sheen the…
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A Close Call In 'Matchy Matchy' & Mr Motivator Live! - 25th March 2026
Two nights of Niall Horan at the 3Arena? Rebecca and Brendan are buzzing over the announcement, the “Dinner Party” era, and that immaculate hair. Matchy Matchy…
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Post-Anaesthetic Confessions! - 24th March 2026
What are Gen Zers eating now… and why are they dipping sausage rolls in houmous? Rebecca and Brendan get stuck into “girl dinner”, picky bits, and the great…
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Song Lyrics With a Dublin Twist! - 23rd March 2026
Sunshine over Dublin has Rebecca and Brendan in flying form — barbecues, bright mornings, busy roads and the clocks about to spring forward. Little Wins roll…
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A French Quiz, Matchy Matchy & Little Wins - 20th March 2026
Ever wondered who you’d book on Cameo for a birthday shout-out? Rebecca and Brendan chat celeb messages, Real Housewives legends… and the arrival of the one…
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Mark McCabe’s 'Bad Thursday' DJ Competition Announced! - 19th March 2026
Do you ever close your eyes to hear better… or turn the radio down to “see” while parking? Rebecca and Brendan get stuck into the latest science on listening!…
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The Return of Eva Pau’s Asian Kitchen! - 18th March 2026
The dust is settling after St. Patrick’s Day, and Rebecca and Brendan are debriefing the day that was! Eva Pau joins the show to chat Season 2 of Eva Pau’s…
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98FM's Big Breakfast LIVE From A Nightclub In Prague for St. Paddy’s Day! - 16th March 2026
Rebecca and Brendan coming LIVE this morning from the top floor of Duplex Nightclub in Prague, just hours after the doors closed, still buzzing from being…
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Learning Czech the Dublin Way for Our Prague Trip! - 12th March 2026
It’s wild and windy on 98FM’s Big Breakfast, from clattering letterboxes to rain warnings! Little Wins roll in from listeners — from four-day weekends and ski…
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Road to Prague: Local Tips Before We Grand Marshal! - 11th March 2026
Little Wins are flowing on 98FM’s Big Breakfast, from yellow-sticker flowers and beating the M50, to anniversaries, birthdays, Amsterdam weekends and a…
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Rebecca and Brendan Get Styled For Their Trip To Prague! - 10th March 2025
Rebecca and Brendan are buzzing because the full I’m A Celebrity All Stars line-up has finally been confirmed — from Scarlett Moffatt and Mo Farah to Harry…
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Rebecca and Brendan Named Grand Marshals For Prague St. Patrick's Day Parade! - 09th March 2026
The big announcement you have all been waiting for is finally here! Rebecca and Brendan have been named Grand Marshals of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in…
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If Your Dog Won Crufts, What Would It Be For? - 06th March 2026
Join Brendan O'Loughlin and Jessica Maciel for 98FM's Big Breakfast this Friday morning! Hay fever season is creeping in too, with HSE advice, antihistamine…
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When Did Dublin Get It's First Traffic Lights? - 05th March 2026
Brendan and Paul kick off with a proper chat about The Bear — why seasons 1 and 2 are unreal and why some shows should be “three and done”! It’s World Book Day…
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Cillian Wins Big In Matchy Matchy! - 04th March 2026
Little Wins are flying in this morning – from Amsterdam trips and de-frozen cars to loose trousers! Then it’s Matchy Matchy mayhem on the M50 as new listener…
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Matchy Matchy Mayhem: True, Hall, Driving - 03rd March 2026
Paul and Brendan kick off with the science behind “aesthetic chills” — the songs that make your hair stand on end! Matchy Matchy brings the chaos with Sarah in…
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'They Mess You Up' - Dr Ciara Kelly and Dr Richard Hogan's New Podcast! - 02nd March 2026
Brendan and Paul kick off with all the best bits from The Brits – Harry Styles’ “dad dancing”, unreal staging, and the big question: is Benson Boone actually…
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Blood Brothers Star Gemma Broderick Talks Bringing The Show To Dublin! - 27th February 2026
It’s the last Friday of the month, which can only mean one thing: payday chats! Brendan and Paul ask Dublin what the first “little treat” is when the wages…
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How Do You Like Your Toast? - 26th February 2026
Rebecca and Brendan kick off with celeb gossip as Beyoncé bins plans for a mega Cotswolds mansion over one very relatable issue: the rain! Plus. it’s National…
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Apprentice Star Conor Galvin Spills Boardroom Drama! - 25th February 2026
This morning on 98FM's Big Breakfast Rebecca and Brendan play Matchy Matchy with Niamh and 12-year-old Brandon ahead of their Florida trip. Brendan’s Bit has…
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The Stars of 'The Talented Mr Ripley' Join Rebecca and Brendan! - 24th February 2026
Foo Fighters fans are waking up smug this morning after that super-intimate Academy gig — and Rebecca and Brendan are beyond jealous! Matchy Matchy returns…