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.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Jul 31, 2023 • 8min
The Student Accommodation Crisis is Back
Minister for Higher Education, Simon Harris has pleaded for home owners to rent out a room to students as another crisis looms.
Meanwhile, the Union of Students in Ireland wants more protection from students in digs.
Their Welfare Vice President, Colette Murphy joined The Last Word.
Jul 28, 2023 • 11min
Garda Get Extra 10m To Increase Numbers In Dublin City
The Garda have received an extra 10m to increase their presence on the streets of Dublin. But what has the reaction been?
Brendan O'Connor, President of the Garda Representation Association joins Matt to discuss.
For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Jul 28, 2023 • 27min
Week Trending: Morrissey Criticises Sinead Tributes, More Ticket Pain For Coldplay Fans, And The National Party's Gold Reserves
The Week Trending covers Morrissey criticising Sinead tributes, The further ticket pain Coldplay fans are dealing with and the national party's gold reserve and more.
Matt was joined by Dave Hanratty - Host of the No Encore podcast and Aoife Barry - Arts journalist to discuss.
For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Jul 27, 2023 • 14min
UN Warns Of 'Global Boiling'
July 2023 is on track to be the hottest month in recorded history, with UN chief António Guterres warning of 'global boiling'. What does this mean?
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Jul 27, 2023 • 27min
The Last Word Remembers The Unforgettable Sinéad O'Connor
We took some time today on The Last Word to pay a proper tribute to the beautiful soul of Sinéad O'Connor. We heard music and clips from Sinéad, and heartfelt messages from our listeners.
Listen to the entire piece by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Jul 26, 2023 • 19min
Remembering Sinéad O'Connor
Legendary singer Sinéad O'Connor has died at the age of 56.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to remember her life and career.
Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Jul 26, 2023 • 14min
'Build More Roads', Taoiseach Says In Response To Rail Review
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said Eamon Ryan's rail review makes a case for more investment in roads.
Eugene Drennan, IRHA President, and John Gibbons, Environmental Commentator, joined The Last Word to discuss.
Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Jul 26, 2023 • 7min
Do You Have A Bank Account That Your Partner Knows Nothing About?
1 in 10 adults in a relationship have a secret bank account, Aviva has found. Why is this?
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.
Jul 26, 2023 • 10min
US Embassy In Dublin Warns American Visitors To 'Keep A Low Profile'
The US Embassy in Dublin has issued a security warning to those from the US planning to travel to the capital city.
Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway & Political Columnist with TheJournal.ie, and Paul Gallagher, General Manager of Buswells Hotel in Dublin city Centre joined The Last Word to discuss.
Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Jul 25, 2023 • 15min
Tens Of Thousands Of Coldplay Fans Fail To Secure Tickets For Four Dublin Shows
Huge demand has resulted in thousands of hopefuls missing out on tickets to see one of Coldplay's Croke Park shows.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss.
Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
