The Last Word with Matt Cooper
Today FM
On Ireland's most cutting edge current affairs show, Matt and his guests provide a running stream of intelligent opinions and heated debates on the issues that matter most to Irish listeners. You might not always agree, but you'll never want to miss a Word.
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May 8, 2024 • 15min
Last Word On Music: Eurovision
As Bambie Thug is set to take the stage in the first Eurovision heat, John Caddell and Dee Reddy join Matt to discuss the full Eurovision breakdown. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
May 8, 2024 • 6min
Business News: Three RTE Reports Published This Afternoon
Following the release of 3 RTE reports, Ian Guider from The Business Post joins Matt to discuss these in detail. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
May 3, 2024 • 13min
This Is Earth Overshoot Day
Environmental specialist John Gibbons joins Matt to give the full low day on 'This is earth overshoot day'For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page,
May 3, 2024 • 17min
How The State Is Handling Those Seeking International Protection When Entering Ireland
How is the government handling those who are seeking international protection when entering the country? Daniel McConnell - editor of The Business Post, Sinead Gibney Social Democratic candidate and Senator Barry Ward of Fine Gail join Matt to discuss. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
May 3, 2024 • 7min
Business News: Digital Advertising Takes Over
Just over 960m euro was spent last year on digital advertising bringing it up by another 11%Ian Guider from The Business Post joins Matt to discuss. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
May 3, 2024 • 13min
Ryan Gosling Stars In The New 'The Fall Guy'
Rylan Gosling stars in the new 'The Fall Guy' movie.Brian Llyod from Entertainment.ie joins Matt to discuss.For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
May 2, 2024 • 32min
Culture Club: Wallis Bird
Singer and songwriter Wallis Bird joined us this week for The Culture Club!Press the 'Play' button on this page to hear her choices.
May 2, 2024 • 7min
Elon Musk Fires Tesla's Supercharger Team
Ian Guider, Columnist for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss Elon Musk's latest exploits.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
May 2, 2024 • 10min
Amnesty International Says Troubles Legacy Act 'An Affront To Justice'
Why is the new Troubles Legacy Act so controversial?Deirdre Heenan, Professor of Social Policy at Ulster University and Former Member of the Council of State joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
May 2, 2024 • 10min
Customers To Face Higher Fuel Costs As Carbon Tax Increases
From today carbon tax has increased by €17 annually.Charlie Weston joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
