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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May 25, 2023 • 10min
From Personal EKGs To Blood Pressure Watches: The Latest In Health Tech
If you're considering putting some money towards staying healthy this summer, Andy O’Donoghue joined us for Tech Thursday with his top health tech recommendations.
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May 24, 2023 • 7min
Surveillance Of Workers’ Habits Shows A Lack Of Trust From Employers, Says FSU
Should remote workers be concerned about the levels of surveillance they are under from their employer?
John O’Connell, General Secretary of the Financial Services Union joined The Last Word to discuss.
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May 24, 2023 • 5min
Meta To Cut Almost 500 Jobs From It’s Irish Operation
Meta aka Facebook has announced their third round of job cuts this year. What does this mean for the company going forward?
Ian Guider, Columnist with the Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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May 24, 2023 • 9min
Motorists Prefer A Three Year Insurance Policy Rather Than Annual Renewals
What difference would a three year motor insurance policy make to driver's pockets?
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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May 24, 2023 • 11min
Eamon Ryan: “We Have To Get Every Single House Converted To Being A Really Well Insulated Home”
Minister Eamon Ryan joined Matt Cooper on The Last Word to take your questions.
Are we where we need to be when it comes to retrofitting homes in Ireland to upgrade their energy ratings?
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May 24, 2023 • 14min
Eamon Ryan: What Will Ireland’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Look Like In The Next Few Years
Minister Eamon Ryan joined Matt Cooper on The Last Word to give his take on where Ireland stands when it comes to the future of electric vehicles.
Are we where we need to be when it comes to infrastructure, charging points and grants?
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May 24, 2023 • 14min
Eamon Ryan: Why Is Electricity So Expensive In Ireland And How Do We Lower It
Minister Eamon Ryan joined Matt Cooper on The Last Word to take your questions.
The big question was on electricity prices and why we pay so much in Ireland
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May 23, 2023 • 16min
Blur Return With First Album In Eight Years
Iconic British band Blur have announced their first album in eight years, to be released in July.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss.
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May 23, 2023 • 13min
The ‘Black Reagan” Or Another No Hoper? Tim Scott Declares Presidential Candidacy
US Senator Tim Scott has announced his bid for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination.
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with the Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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May 23, 2023 • 7min
Why Hypertension Can Be A Silent Killer
Hypertension, aka high blood pressure, will affect 1 in 4 of us in our life. If left untreated it can have a negative effect on almost every organ in the body.
Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.
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