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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Jun 22, 2023 • 12min
Sea Surface Temperatures In 2023 Highest Ever Recorded
An intense marine heatwave has risen sea surface temperatures to record heights in recent months. Why is this so alarming?
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Jun 22, 2023 • 15min
RTÉ Reveals More Than €300,000 In Hidden Payments To Ryan Tubridy
It has been confirmed by RTÉ that Ryan Tubridy was paid over €300,000 more than previously disclosed over a 6 year period.
Ian Guider joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Jun 21, 2023 • 4min
Why Is Dublin City So Filthy, And Is There Anything That Can Be Done About It?
Is there any way to tackle the massive issue of litter in Dublin City? How will the phasing out of plastic bin bags help?
Richard Guiney, CEO of DublinTown, and Janet Horner, Green Party Dublin City Councillor joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Jun 21, 2023 • 12min
Expert Group Recommends The Abolition Of The Offences Against The State Acts
Since 1913 Ireland has had a piece of legislation called The Offences Against The State Act. What is it, and does it need to go?
Alan Farrell, Fine Gael TD and Justice Spokesperson, and Pa Daly, Sinn Fein TD and Justice Spokesperson joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Jun 21, 2023 • 9min
Discounted Deals For Thousands Of Energy Customers Are Set To Expire
Energy customers may be facing an unexpected increase in their bills due to expiry on discounted deals. Is there any way to soften the blow?
Charlie Weston joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Jun 20, 2023 • 15min
Taylor Swift has Announced New Irish Dates
Taylor Swift is coming to Ireland next year to play at the Aviva Stadium.
That and much more on our weekly music slot with John Caddell and Dee Reddy.
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Jun 20, 2023 • 7min
Reserved Judgement in Jonathan Dowdall's Sentence Appeal
Jonathan Dowdall appeared in the Court of Appeal today in relation to his sentencing for facilitating the murder of David Byrne at the Regency Hotel in Dublin in 2016.
Frank Greany, Today FM's Courts Correspondent had the latest.
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Jun 20, 2023 • 16min
Hunter Biden to Plead Guilty to Federal Tax Charge
Hunter Biden has agreed to plead guilty to two misdemeanor tax charges.
Cal Thomas nationally syndicated columnist and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Jun 20, 2023 • 7min
What are Heart Palpitations and When Do You Need to Get Checked?
Heart palpitations are usually harmless, but there are times when you should get yourself checked.
Dr. Brian Higgins from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to offer his advice.
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Jun 19, 2023 • 9min
Notre Dame Fighting Irish Coming To The Aviva
American college football team Notre Dame Fighting Irish will play the Navy Midshipmen in the Aviva Stadium in August.
Nana Osafo-Mensah, Notre Dame Fighting Irish player, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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