

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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Mar 23, 2023 • 12min
Are Young Irish People Really Going To Be Worse Off Than Their Parents?
It has been said that young adults in Ireland are the country's first generation to be worse off than their parents. But is there a broader perspective for which we can view the wealth of young people in Ireland?
Finn McRedmond, Columnist for the Irish Times and Zana Zee Keough, Law and Media student and Journalist joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Mar 23, 2023 • 11min
Beware ‘Pig Butchering Romance’ And QR Scams
QR scams are being used all over the world to trick people into handing over their bank details. Pig butchering scams are targeting victims by offering crypto investments.
Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Mar 22, 2023 • 12min
Is Irelands Immigration System Broken?
According to Aontu Leader Peader Toibin, Ireland's immigration system is broken and needs to be fixed.
Both Peader and the CEO of Doras, John Lannon join Matt for an in-depth discussion.
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Mar 22, 2023 • 10min
Revolut Set To Offer Car Insurance
Revolut is set to offer car insurance at a rate 30% cheaper than other insurance companies.
Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent joins Matt to explain when, how and why they're doing this alongside other finance topics.
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Mar 22, 2023 • 7min
TDs Write To RSA Chief Regarding Driving Test Delays
With the wait time for driving tests increasing to 20 weeks, TDs have stepped in and written to the RSA chief to try and resolve this issue.
Geraldine Herbert, motoring editor with the Sunday Independent joins Matt to discuss this in detail.
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Mar 21, 2023 • 16min
Government At Risk Of Losing Eviction Ban Vote
A vote will take place tomorrow night on the back of Sinn Féin's motion for an extension of the eviction ban which is due to expire at the end of March.
Fianna Fail Senator Lisa Chambers and Matt Shanahan, Independent TD and member of the Regional Independent Group joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Mar 21, 2023 • 16min
Ed Sheeran Gets Personal In New Disney Doc
A new Disney+ docuseries has been announced on the life of Ed Sheeran. It promises to look into some deeply personal aspects of the superstar's life from the last few years.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Mar 21, 2023 • 19min
US Police On Alert Ahead Of Possible Trump Arrest
Will Donald Trump be arrested this week? What are the details behind his allegations?
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Mar 21, 2023 • 6min
The Best Way To Deal With Vertigo When It Hits
Vertigo is the sensation of feeling off balance, and of movement when you're not moving at all. What should you do if you feel it come on?
Dr. Illona Duffy joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Mar 20, 2023 • 7min
All Eyes Turn To The World Cup As Ireland Beat England To Win Six Nations
Following Ireland's victory over England to win The Six Nations in Dublin on Saturday, attention has been turned to the World Cup in France this September. How will the team fare this year in comparison to 2019?
Cian Tracey, Rugby Writer for the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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