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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Sep 13, 2023 • 20min
Are We Heading For A Cashless Society?
What is the likelihood of Ireland becoming a totally cashless society in the near future?Celine Clarke, Head of Advocacy & Public Affairs with Age Action, James Kelly, Head of Financial Services with KPMG, and 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 12, 2023 • 9min
RSA Campaign Aims For Zero Road Deaths By 2050
The RSA has launched a renewed campaign to achieve 0 road deaths by 2050? Is it realistic? Sam Waide, Chief Executive of Road Safety Authority and Donna Price, Chair of the Irish Road Victims Association joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sep 12, 2023 • 11min
Heart Health For Women
1 in 5 women in Ireland die from heart disease. What signs should you lookout for and are there any precautions you can takeDr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sep 12, 2023 • 13min
Ireland Hammer Romania, Fiji Face Heartbreak, France Lay Down A Marker
Our Rugby World-Cup continues following Ireland's explosive opening game of the tournament!Matt Williams, and Cian Tracey joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sep 11, 2023 • 12min
USC Cut On Cards For Budget 2024
Tánaiste Micheál Martin has confirmed cuts to the Universal Social Charge are being considered as part of Budget 2024.Danny McConnell, Editor for The Business Post, and Suzanne Rogers, Research and Policy Analyst for Social Justice Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sep 11, 2023 • 17min
215,000 Eligible For Free GP Care From Today
Half a million people will become eligible for free GP care before the end of the year, with 215,000 to avail of it from today.Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sep 11, 2023 • 9min
Tips For Visiting Paris In The Autumn
Considering a trip to Paris this Autumn? Sarah Slattery joined The Last Word with her top tips for seeing the sights without the hassle!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sep 8, 2023 • 23min
Ireland Take on Romania in the Opening of the Rugby World Cup
Tomorrow sees Ireland take on Romania in the opening game of the Rugby World Cup in France.To discuss, Alan Quinlan, Duncan Casey and Matt Williams joined The Last Word.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sep 8, 2023 • 21min
Tubridy in the UK, Henderson in Saudi Arabia and Wolfe Tones at EP
The week trending this week features topics like that Virgin Radio interview with Ryan Tubridy, the infamous Wofe Tones' record-breaking gig at Electric Picnic and Jordan Henderson's move to Saudi Arabia.Author Edel Coffey and Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent with the Irish Examiner joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sep 8, 2023 • 10min
Farmers Face Cut to Herd Over Nitrate Limits
The European Commission is concerned about nitrates' impact on the environment, thus they're introducing limits. This will affect the national herd in Ireland, causing anger among farmers.Pat McCormack, President of the Irish Creamery and Milk Suppliers Association, and Sinéad O'Brien from the Sustainable Water Network joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
