The Last Word with Matt Cooper
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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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Dec 10, 2024 • 17min
Best Beer Choices For The Party Season
Judith Boyle, beverage lecturer at TU Dublin, had her seasonal choices of best beers and ales to pair with your Christmas diner or for parties during the holiday season.To listen to the full conversations, press the 'play' button below.
Dec 10, 2024 • 16min
The Last Word On The US: Suspect Charged WithUnitedHealthcare CEO
A 26-year-old has been charged with murdering Brian Thompson, UnitedHealthcare’s CEO.According to officials, Luigi Mangione was arrested in Pennsylvania after he was spotted eating at a McDonald’s.Nationally syndicated columnist Cal Thomas & Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with the Business Post, joined Matt for this week’s US slot to discuss this.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the conversation.
Dec 9, 2024 • 18min
The Last Word on Football
The (UK) Independent's Chief Football Writer, Miguel Delaney, joins Matt to discuss all the action from the Premier League over the weekend.Chelsea announce themselves in the title race, Man City drop points again and Man United lose at home to soaring Forest.Hit 'Play' to get the latest.
Dec 9, 2024 • 15min
Wines To Pair With Your Christmas Dinner
Brigid O'Hora, author of The Home Sommelier and wine expert with Classic Drinks, introduced Matt to some new wines, white, red and sparkling, to try with the turkey and trimmings.Brigid's recommendations are; Cremant de Bordeaux Ballerin, NV. €40Avanzi Lugana Sirmione, Italy €15Bodegas Valdesil Godello, Valdeorras, Spain €24 Fleurie, Famille Chermette, Poncie, Beaujolais €18 Chateau Puynard, Cotes de Blaye ‘The Steps’ Merlot/ Cabernet Sauvignon €20 To listen to the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.
Dec 9, 2024 • 8min
The Last Word On Travel: Irish Christmas Markets
Sarah Slattery from travelexpert.ie joins The Last Word to discuss the best Christmas markets and experiences in Ireland this festive season. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
Dec 7, 2024 • 11min
Last Word On Music Special: 'All I Want For Christmas Is You' Turns 30
‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ was written in just 15 minutes in August.It went on to become one of the most iconic Christmas tunes of all time.Join Louise Cantillon for a Last Word on Music Christmas Special, with the story behind Mariah Carey’s iconic 'All I Want For Christmas Is You'.
Dec 6, 2024 • 22min
The Week Trending: FAI's Map Gaff, 'Say Nothing' Faces Legal Action & Greg Wallace Scandal &
The FAI apologises over use of 'Londonderry' in a match programme, Marian Price sues Disney over 'Say Nothing' scene and growing number of allegations against Masterchef's Greg Wallace.Roe McDermott, advice columnist with The Irish Times, and Kieran Cunningham, chief sports writer with the Irish Daily Star, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending stories. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
Dec 6, 2024 • 8min
Children in co-ed schools have more friends - study
Children in mixed schools have more friends than those at single-sex schools and boys in all-boys schools have the lowest level of closeness to their friends according to new research.Irish Times Parenting Columnist Jen Hogan joins The Last Word to discuss why she thinks co-education is best for boys and girls.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
Dec 6, 2024 • 15min
What Does The General Election Result Mean For Ireland's Climate Action?
With the Green Party out and Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael on course to be back in government, John Gibbons joins The Last Word to discuss what the general election result could mean for Ireland's fight against climate change.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
Dec 6, 2024 • 16min
The Last Word's Tech Gift Guide - Kitchen And Beauty
Andy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to talk through his top picks for kitchen and beauty tech that could make wonderful gifts this Christmas. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
