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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Apr 27, 2023 • 10min
Use Of Solar Power Boosted By Rise In Temperatures
The use of solar power has been on the rise in Europe as a result of recent changes in climate.
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Apr 26, 2023 • 6min
Meet The Woman Who Just Landed Meta's Biggest Job In Ireland
Anne O'Leary has been appointed to a new role as head of Meta's operations in Ireland.
Ian Guider joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Apr 26, 2023 • 10min
Shortage Of Skilled Labour Is Threatening Dublin Businesses
A shortage of skilled labour is one of the top issues affecting Dublin business, along with poor transport infrastructure and a lack of affordable housing or rent.
Orla Mannion, Public Affairs Manager of Dublin Chamber and Neill McDonnell, ISME joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Apr 26, 2023 • 9min
Irish Households Charged Highest Electricity Prices In Europe
Domestic electricity prices in Ireland are currently the highest in Europe.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Apr 25, 2023 • 14min
Stardust Inquiry Opens With Pen Portraits From Victim’s Families
An inquest into the fire in the Stardust nightclub in Artane, Dublin in 1981 began today. 48 people died in the tragedy.
Sean Murray, News Reporter with the Irish Examiner joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Apr 25, 2023 • 5min
Guess How Much Profit Irish Companies Combined Made In 2022?
A grand total of almost €300 billion was earned in profit by registered Irish companies in 2022.
Ian Guider, Business Columnist with Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Apr 25, 2023 • 16min
Joe Biden Announces 2024 Election Bid
US President Joe Biden has officially announced his bid for a second term in the White House. An AI generated video has been released by the Republican party in response to this announcement.
Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway & Political Columnist with The Journal joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Apr 25, 2023 • 7min
How To Spot Celiac Disease And How To Best Manage It
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease which affects about 1 in 100 people in Ireland and the UK. How is it spotted and how can you best manage it?
Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Apr 24, 2023 • 15min
2023 FA Cup Final Will Be A Manchester Derby
The FA Cup final will be a Manchester derby this year following a close game between Brighton and Man United, and a significant win over Sheffield for Man City.
Miguel Delaney and Tony Cascarino joined The Last Word to give their predictions for the final.
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Apr 24, 2023 • 9min
Tucker Carlson And Fox News Part Company
It has been announced that television host and political commentator Tucker Carlson has parted ways with Fox News.
Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at NUI Galway & Political Columnist with TheJournal.ie joined The Last Word to discuss.
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