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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Feb 27, 2024 • 19min
Kings of Leon Announce Irish Summer Gig
Kings of Leon, Journey and much more are coming to Ireland.Dee Reddy and John Caddell joined The Last Word for the weekly music slot.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Feb 27, 2024 • 13min
Was Trump's South Carolina Victory as Definitive as He Claims?
Was Trump's victory in South Carolina as important as he says it is?We discuss with Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent, Business Post.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Feb 27, 2024 • 8min
41% of Parents Skipping Meals to Feed Kids
A Bernardos survey has found over 41% of parents are skipping meals for their kids.Stephen Moffatt - Barnardos National Policy Manager joined The Last Word.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Feb 27, 2024 • 32min
Debate: Referendum on the Family
Our referendum coverage has begun with a debate on the referendum on the family.Senators Michael McDowell and Fiona O'Loughlin, Brenda Power Columnist with the Sunday Times and Irish Mail and Karen Kiernan, Chief Executive of One Family joined The Last Word.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Feb 26, 2024 • 13min
Catherine Martin to Appear at Oireachtas Media Committee Tomorrow Night
Media Minister Catherine Martin will appear before the Oireachtas Media Committee tomorrow night as the RTÉ crisis continues.Fianna Fáil Senator and Committee Member Malcolm Byrne and Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Mirror joined The Last Word.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Feb 26, 2024 • 10min
All Inclusive Holidays: Why They Might Be For You
Sarah Slattery, from travelexpert.ie joined The Last Word to tell us why you should book an all-inclusive holiday.Catch the fill chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Feb 26, 2024 • 12min
Ballyseedy Garden Centre Says It Will Remain Open Despite Recent Developments
Ballyseedy Garden Centre in Kerry is to remain in business despite the CEO being charged with serious drug offences.Conor Lally, Security and Crime Editor with The Irish Times joined The Last Word.Catch the fill chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Feb 26, 2024 • 17min
RTÉ Say Kneecap Broke Agreement Not to Wear Pro-Palestinian Badges On Air
RTÉ have said that rap group Kneecap agreed not to wear Pro-Palestine badges on The Late Late Show last Friday, but did it anyway.The Last Word on TV and Streaming with Elaine Burke and Joe O'Shea.Catch the fill chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Feb 24, 2024 • 6min
Rent Inflation Slows In Dublin But Rises Everywhere Else
Ian Guider, Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss the latest Daft report on rental prices.Catch the fill chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Feb 24, 2024 • 20min
The Week Trending
John Gibbons and Brianna Parkins joined The Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories, including a new high for the price of a pint!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
