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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Nov 21, 2023 • 9min
Changes To Welfare System See Unemployment Benefit Linked To Pay For The First Nine Months
Dr. Laura Bambrick, Head of Social Policy for the Irish Congress of Trade Unions, and Neil McDonnell, Chief Executive at ISME joined The Last Word to discuss new changes being introduced to the social welfare system.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Nov 21, 2023 • 10min
How Can Irish Football Get Back On It's Feet After The Stephen Kenny Era?
What is the next step for our national soccer team following Stephen Kenny's run as manager?Stephen Doyle, Today FM Sports Anchor, and Miguel Delaney, Chief Football Writer for The Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Nov 21, 2023 • 17min
On Joe Biden's 81st Birthday, Trump Claims 'Excellent Health'
Donald Trump has marked Joe Biden's 81st birthday by sharing that he is in 'excellent health'. Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated 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.
Nov 21, 2023 • 15min
Patrick Kielty Prepares For First Late Late Toy Show
The pressure is on for new Late Late Show host, Patrick Kielty as he prepares for his first ever toy show!Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Nov 21, 2023 • 9min
Black Friday Holiday Deals
If you're thinking of snapping up a Black Friday holiday deal next week, Sarah Slattery has everything you need to know!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Nov 18, 2023 • 15min
Soccer: Ireland Take On The Netherlands
The Republic Of Ireland take on The Netherlands tonight in what looks like Stephen Kenny's last competitive international in charge.Gavin Cooney, Sportswriter with The42.ie, and Stephen Doyle, Today FM Sports Anchor joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Nov 18, 2023 • 6min
Renters Paying €3,500 More Per Year Than Buyers
Why are renters paying €3,500 more per year than they would if they had bought the same property?Mark Coan, Founder of Moneysherpa.ie joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Nov 18, 2023 • 16min
The Week Trending
Edel Coffey, Irish Examiner Columnist and Novelist, and Ben Finnegan, News Anchor at Today FM joined The Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories, including Roy Keane's latest career move!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Nov 17, 2023 • 7min
Michael Martin Gets Assurances All Irish Citizens Will Be Evacuated From Gaza
23 Irish citizens were evacuated on Wednesday from Gaza, with another 3 evacuated yesterday.Elaine Loughlin, Political Editor with The Irish Examiner, joined us from Jerusalem to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Nov 17, 2023 • 10min
Saltburn
Is Barry Keoghan's latest film, 'Saltburn' worth a trip to the cinema?Roe McDermott, Movies Editor with Hot Press joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
