The Last Word with Matt Cooper The Week Trending: Campaign To Bring 'Civility' Back To Flying
Nov 28, 2025
Aoife Barry, a broadcaster and author known for her insight on culture and media, teams up with Paddy Duffy, a freelance TV producer and commentator, to dive into this week’s hottest topics. They investigate Penneys clothing’s surprising durability failures and discuss the sustainability challenges of cheap fashion. The conversation shifts to a US campaign encouraging air travelers to dress more civilly. Plus, they celebrate the quirky tale of runaway nuns returning to their convent and touch on alarming trends regarding teen access to weight-loss drugs.
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Fast-Fashion Durability Is A Minefield
- Fast-fashion durability claims are often unclear and vary widely in practice.
- Aoife Barry highlights Journal Investigates' wash tests showing rapid fading and synthetic blends masquerading as wool.
Question Extremely Low Prices
- Check labels and question very low prices before buying cheap jeans.
- Aoife Barry advises buyers to be sceptical of €18 garments and ask where they're made.
Durability Versus Recyclability Trade-Off
- Blended fabrics boost durability but hinder recycling and create trade-offs.
- Paddy Duffy warns there's no single fix between longevity and recyclability in clothing design.