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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Jan 17, 2024 • 6min
Cork GAA Clubs Told 'Discussions Continue' Over Possible Renaming Of Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Tony Leen, Sports Editor of the Irish Examiner joined The Last Word to discuss the latest on the controversial proposal to rename iconic Cork stadium Páirc Uí Chaoimh 'SuperValu Park'.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Jan 17, 2024 • 14min
Irish Beef Exports To China To Resume
Exports of Irish beef to China will resume immediately, following a suspension by the General Administration of Customs of China.Martin Murray, Executive Director of Asia Matters and John Gibbons, Environment Commentator joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Jan 17, 2024 • 31min
Culture Club: Cathy Jordan
Singer songwriter Cathy Jordan joined us this week for The Culture Club!Press the 'Play' button on this page to hear her choices.
Jan 17, 2024 • 7min
Bord Gáis Becomes The Latest Energy Supplier To Cut Their Prices
Bord Gáis is the latest to follow in a trend of energy providers cutting their prices, but should we be celebrating just yet?Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor for The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Jan 16, 2024 • 8min
Martin To Discuss Debt Warehousing With Finance Minister
How are the Government responding to the issues around warehoused debt repayments owed by restaurants from the COVID-19 pandemic?Daniel McConnell, Editor of The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
Jan 16, 2024 • 16min
Ariana Grande Releases First Single Since 2020
Is Ariana Grande turning heads with her new song, or is her first single since 2020 sounding like a flop?John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Jan 16, 2024 • 13min
New Developments To Have Minimised Parking Spaces
Should you be guaranteed a parking space when buying a house or apartment in an urban area?Feljin Jose from The Dublin Commuter Coalition, and Blake Boland, Head of Communications for AA Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Jan 16, 2024 • 13min
Trump Wins Iowa
Does Donald Trump's early success in Iowa indicate success to come further afield? Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated US Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Jan 15, 2024 • 8min
Summer Holiday Ideas For Families
If you're looking for some inspiration for this year's family summer holiday, look no further! Sarah Slattery from Travelexpert.ie joined The Last Word with a list of the best destinations and deals available.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Jan 15, 2024 • 5min
Average Price Of A Dublin Hotel Room Last Year Was €210
According to a report from Deloitte, the average price of a hotel room in Dublin in 2023 was €210.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
