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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Sep 20, 2023 • 30min
Culture Club: Lara Marlowe
Journalist and frequent contributor to The Last Word, Lara Marlowe joined us this week for The Culture Club!She spoke to Matt about her favourite music, podcasts, TV and more!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sep 20, 2023 • 8min
Minister McGrath Tells Public Bodies To Accept Cash
Following recent talk of progression towards a cashless society, Minister for Finance Michael McGrath has insisted that cash remain an option for payments to state run agencies.Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sep 20, 2023 • 6min
ESB's Half Year Profits Up 30%
State owned company ESB has been extraordinarily profitable in the first half of the year, with an operating profit of €676 million.Ian Guider, Business Editor with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sep 20, 2023 • 16min
Senate Dress Code Relaxed To Allow Hoodies
US Senators no longer have to follow the traditional 'business attire' dress code while on the Senate floor.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.
Sep 19, 2023 • 6min
How Medicine Shortages Are Impacting Patients And Doctors
Medicine shortages are becoming more and more common in the world of healthcare. Which medicines are the most affected today, and how serious is this issue?Dr. Brian Higgins joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page,
Sep 19, 2023 • 15min
How Russell Brand's Gaslighting Is Becoming Mainstream
Following Russell Brand's recent allegations, Irish Times Columnist Fintan O’Toole joined The Last Word to discuss his piece on the matter, featured in yesterday's paper.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sep 18, 2023 • 11min
Investigations Launched Into Russell Brand Allegations
The BBC and Channel 4 have both launched investigations following a documentary which aired over the weekend detailing serious allegations against comedian Russell Brand.Nick Ferrari joined The Last Word from London along with Noeline Blackwell, Chief Executive of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sep 18, 2023 • 9min
Cruise On The River Shannon
The weekly travel slot continues, this time some recommendations on a scenic and relaxing cruise along the River Shannon.Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie joined The Last Word.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sep 18, 2023 • 15min
Patrick Kielty's First Late Late Show
Patrick Kielty hosted his first Late Late Show on Friday, Channel 4 aired a joint investigation between them, The Times and The Sunday Times newspapers into allegations against Russell Brand and the first trailer for Fraiser has been released.Joe O'Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sep 18, 2023 • 15min
Attention Turns to Ireland Vs South Africa on Saturday
After Ireland's 59-16 win over Tonga, attention now turns to the next Pool B clash with South Africa on Saturday.Alan Quinlan, Paul Wallace and Fergus McFadden joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
