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Beat Breakfast Blog

  • WONDERLAND

    New girl group Wonderland were this morning’s guests on Beat Breakfast. The band is managed by Louis Walsh and Cian Egan from Westlife, who they’ve toured with. They told us all about touring and plans for their debut album later in the year. You can hear the interview on our podcast page here.

    That’s Larry – the UK Prime Minster’s cat. He’s a lazy-ass feline. Which is a bit of a problem because the reason he was brought to Downing Street was pest control. But as you can see from the picture, he has no more interest in catching mice or rats! So we aksed this morning if any listeners had useless pets. Turns quite a few of you do! Have a listen. Useless Pets

    We’re back tomorrow at 6.50! Join us then.

    BV

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    Posted 28/02/2011
  • Fog On The Tyne!

    So this is what Mary sees when she thinks about Newcastle. Gazza in tears. We were talking about Newcastle accents this morning after news that Cheryl Cole is going to be confirmed for the X Factor USA. Will they be able to understand here across the pond? Hear more in today’s clip. NEWCASTLE

    A blogger on iVillage writes: “It’s my daughter’s 19th birthday this week and I thought I’d give her list of rules she could refer to when I’m not around”…

    1. In Monopoly, buy the orange properties.
    2. Nothing good ever happens after 3am. I promise.
    3. Take your sunglasses off indoors, even in the mall.
    4. If you get yourself in serious trouble call me anytime.
    5. Don’t be the last to leave a party, but don’t be the first either
    6. Know how to drive in your own city.
    7. Have a favourite painting.
    8. Don’t call things by their brands, they are still just shoes and sunglasses.
    9. Don’t lose your cool unless you’re still in control when you do it.
    10. Keep your word.
    11. Avoid annoying affections before they become habits.
    12. There is rarely a need to raise your voice. A sporting event is one.
    13. Always wear clothes with pockets when flying.
    14. Don’t be late.
    15. Read the paper
    16. Always remember to thank your hosts and send thank you cards for gifts.
    17. Always keep water in the fridge.
    18. Learn how to change a tyre.
    19. If unsure whether to call or not, the answer is always to call.
    20. Never drive when you’re tired – ever.
    21. Learn how to cook at least 3 things without a recipe.
    22. Never get a tattoo you can’t see.
    23. Never get a tattoo you can see.
    24. Never ask for advice ifyou have no intentions of following it.

    And Good news for fellas! Someone has invented a new bracelet which shows when a woman is in a bad mood with PMT! A godsend. More here.

    We’re back tomorrow…FRIDAY!!!

    See ya then.

    VB

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    Posted 24/02/2011
  • CHIPMUNK

    We had Chipmunk on the phone this morning. He’s done a lot for a twenty year old. And he’s got a new album on the way in April. He told us what it was like recording with Chris Brown, losing his passport, being and Arsenal fan and getting chased bya fox at his own house! Check out the podcast page if you missed it.

    Cinemas. They can be a nightmare if you get stuck with or beside the wrong person or people. We decided to list the top cinema crimes. The things that people in the south east hate most about the cinema are:

    1: People who eat too loudly. This also includes rustling of sweet bags.

    2: Getting stuck behind tall people or someone with a big head. Luckily, newer cinemas have properly tiered seating to combat this.

    3: Talking during the film. Did you come to watch a film or to talk? Take your conversation outside!

    4: When the sound is out of sync with the picture on-screen.

    5: Feet on chairs. No consideration from the people behind.

    By the way, the reason we brought this up was a story from Latvia over the weekend where a guy was shot dead after a film just because of a row over noisy eating! A lot of people didn’t believe us but you can read the full story here.

    This morning’s Daily  Dilemma was an intersting one that split opinion right down the middle. It’s probably one that a lot of people can relate to! The email was from a listener who has a really boring friend. Check out our thoughts and other listeners’ advice in today’s clip. DILEMMA: BORING FRIEND

    Back tomorrow – 6.50 in the am!

    VB

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    Posted 22/02/2011
  • JLS!

    Feast your eyes, girls! JLS seem to have lost their shirts. Aston from the group was our special guest on Beat Breakfast this morning. He filled us in on the band’s plans for 2011 which include recording the new album and partying some more! And get the REAL story about his recent birthday party. Are the reports of there being a string of ladies present for his choosing true?! Check out the interview on our podcast site here.

    The big text topic on the show was annoying passengers in the car. From back-seat drivers to sneaky farters – there are a lot of them out there in the south east as we found out. People have even been kicked out of the car after rows! Have a listen to some of the texts we received in today’s clip. CARS BLOG

    And we know things are tough in Ireland at the mo – so if you’re looking for work abroad, check this out – how would you like to wash up after the Queen?! They’re hiring! See if you fit the bill here.

    We’re back tomorrow – and our special guest is Chipmunk! Talk to ya then.

    VB

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    Posted 21/02/2011
  • Happy Valentines Day

    Nothing says “I love you” like a giant cockroach. And such is the love that Niall has for Mary that he gave her the very unique gift of naming a Madagascar Hissing Cockroach after her. It lives in the Bronx Zoo in New York and you, too, can get in on the action. Read more and find the link here.

    There was definitely a Valentines mood about the show today. And we did get some very funny stories in when we asked for your romantic and not so romantic gestures. Have a listen in today’s special clip. VALENTINES

    If you’re doing something for Valentines Day, enjoy. If not – enjoy also!

    We’ll talk to ya again in the morning.

    VB

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    Posted 14/02/2011
  • We Should Be…

    Now THERE’S an offer! Niall Power is all loved up for Valentine’s Day thanks to this card from Royseven. The Tipp rockers sent us a valentines/thank you card for playing their latest song called We Should Be Lovers. Thanks guys!

    Our favourite stories today included news that the Chieftains are going inter-galactic! Well, almost. There’s an astronaut on board the international space station that wants to perform a duet with the band – from space! You can read the full story here.

    And how about this – women who are not great at the ol’ sums now have an excuse. It’s all down to pervy guys. Scientists had proven (so they say anyway) that if you stare at a woman she’ll score less in a maths exam. Imagine – being stared at might you off. Who’d have thought it! You can check out the science bit here.

    We’re back tomorrow with your last chance this week to get your hands on a pair of Oxegen tickets on Beat The Bomb. And we’ll be calling out another name on Pay Your Bills so join us from 6.50!

    VB

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    Posted 10/02/2011
  • Come And Get ‘Em!

    Here they are folks! Tickets to Oxegen 2011! They’ve just arrived in the office and they can be yours if you play Beat the Bomb tomorrow or Friday. As it stands, Monday’s score of six is the one to beat so if you fancy your chances, call us tomorrow on 1890 715 102 and you and a mate could be heading to see The Foo Fighters, Arctic Monkeys, Blink 182, The Black Eyed Peas and tonnes more acts at Punchestown this July…on us!

    On this morning’s show we compiled a list of the region’s most embarrassing pet names. Shnookums, Bunny, Jiggly (is that a compliment or an insult?!), Baby Mac, Beany,  Fluff are some of our favourites. And here’s the thing – it was mostly friends of the people who use these names who texted in. So that means they’re using them in public! Morto for them. And anyway, here’s an article (just one of plenty) that I’ve found that says using pet names is, in reality, almost certain to kill the heat in a relationship. Have a read of it here.

    Staying on the relationship theme, playing hard to get is the way forward, especially for the guys. Girls only LOVE it when they have to do a bit of chasing and the proof of it is here in this new report.

    Finally for today…how Irish do you look? They (someone with too much time on their hands) has mixed the most common Irish facial features together and come up with your average Irish male and female face. And here they are. Remind you of anyone?

    We’re back tomorrow, with another name on Pay Your Bills  – remember, if you’ve texted in your details and we call out your name, you have 102 minutes to call us!

    Talk t’ya at 6.50 in the a.m.

    VB

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    Posted 9/02/2011
  • Down With That Sort Of Thing!

    The big topic on this morning’s show was the new Rihanna video. S&M has been causing controversy worldwide. It’s been banned in 11 countries and even the BBC is refusing to play it on radio before 7pm. You can read more about the raunchy video here.

    Opinion was split on our text line after we posted it on our facebook page. You can hear some of the reaction in today’s audio clip. rihanna s and m

    So, make your own mind up. As Oscar Wilde said “There’s only one thing worse than being talked about, and that’s not being talked about.” It’s a publicity WIN, if you ask me! To be continued, I’m sure!

    We’re back tomorrow, as usual, at 6.50

    VB

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    Posted 2/02/2011
  • Create a radio ad for Le Crunch!

    Beat Breakfast is teaming up with Le Crunch Apples to give secondary students across the South East the chance to win some amazing prizes!

    Create your own 30 second radio advert for Le Crunch and you and your team are in with a chance to win a state of the art Archos 7o Android Internet Tablet for each team member plus a €1000 prize fund worth of multimedia equipment for your school!

    What’s more … short-listed ads will get played on Beat 102-103 during Le Crunch week in March, listeners will then be asked to vote for their favourite.

    The brief is “Write and record an original 30 second radio ad or jingle focusing on the natural world and the healthy food it provides for us – be sure to mention Le Crunch Apples!”

    • Entries must be recorded
    • Entries must be original
    • Students should work individually or in teams of up to three.
    • Short-listed advertisements will be played on Beat 102-103 during Le Crunch Week in March.

    The ads can be of any theme or style, as long as they are about Le Crunch apples and healthy eating. Details on submissions, entry forms, ad making tips, info on Le Crunch, the prizes and the competition rules are all at www.ouitolecrunch.com

    The ads must be submitted by Wednesday March 2nd, 2011.

    Entries will be judged on originality, creativity and how well they fulfil the brief.

    So, get your thinking caps on and good luck! We can’t wait to hear the shortlisted finalists!


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    Posted 1/02/2011

  • The Wanted were our special guests on this morning’s Beat Breakfast. They seem like really nice lads. If you missed the interview, then check out the podcast here to find out all about how the bad started, plans to conquer America and just how much they’re enjoying the party lifestyle!

    One of the big text topics today was about food. A new study tells us that women prefer guys that eat meat to vegetarians! It seems random enough to me. But you can hear what Mary thinks in today’s clip. VEGETARIAN

    We’re back tomorrow at 6.50!

    VB

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    Posted 1/02/2011

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