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 2, 2023 • 11min
What Would A Left-Wing Government Look Like?
People Before Profit have written to Sinn Fein, the Social Democrats and other opposition parties about the prospect of forming a government after the next election.
Party TD Richard Boyd Barrett spoke to Ian Guider about their proposal and explained what their vision of a left-leaning government would look like.
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Mar 2, 2023 • 14min
More Dangerous Summer Temperatures Predicted
A new report from the International Energy Agency found that global emissions hit record highs of 36.8 billion tonnes in 2022.
John Gibbons returned for his weekly environmental slot to explain the significance of these findings.
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Mar 2, 2023 • 11min
Is There Enough Transparency From Influencers On Advertising?
The Advertising Standards Authority of Ireland has announced plans to use AI to clamp down on social media posts that mislead consumers.
Ian Guider spoke to Russell Alford of the Gastrogays and Orla Twomey, CEO of the ASAI to discuss how this would work, and whether influencers can do more to provide clarity with their ads and sponsored content.
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Mar 1, 2023 • 15min
TD’s Wages Are Now Higher Than Celtic Tiger Levels
From today TDs and Senators are receiving a pay rise which will see the wages of our elected representatives reach their highest figure since the Celtic Tiger.
Daniel McConnell, Political Editor of the Irish Examiner, Bernard Durkan, Fine Gael TD for Kildare North and Ruth Coppinger, activist and former Solidarity TD joined Ian to discuss.
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Mar 1, 2023 • 10min
Personal Finance: Warnings For Thousands Of Irish Mortgage Holders Over New Rate Hikes
Interest rates look likely to continue rising this year for mortgage holders due to inflation. Our personal finance expert Charlie Weston predicts this may continue in to 2024.
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Mar 1, 2023 • 11min
Is The Novelty Of Remote Working Wearing Off?
After 3 years of many people working from home, are we starting to see a 'remote work rebound'?
Ian Talbot, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive and Robert Mac Giolla Phádraig, Sigmar Chief Communications Officer and Talent Summit Founder, joined Ian to discuss.
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Feb 28, 2023 • 13min
There’s A Changing Face Of Homelessness In Ireland According To Focus Ireland
We spoke to Pat Dennigan, CEO at Focus Ireland and Louise Bayliss, Advocacy Coordinator at Focus Ireland about the reasons people find themselves homeless, the services provided by Focus Ireland, and the ever developing issue of homelessness in this country.
This is ahead of The Big Busk on Friday March 10th in aid of Focus Ireland.
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Feb 28, 2023 • 13min
Rupert Murdoch Admits Some Fox Hosts Endorsed Trump ‘Stolen Election’ Claims
Rupert Murdoch has admitted to Fox News' pushing of Trump's 'Stolen Election' claims for the purpose of profit.
Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Feb 28, 2023 • 11min
The Vital Role Support Plays In Helping Those Who Are Homeless
Focus Ireland Ambassador Paul Geoghegan joined us on the Last Word to talk about his experience with homelessness and the work done by Focus Ireland to change the lives of those who are homeless.
This is ahead of 'The Big Busk' on Friday March 10th, in aid of Focus Ireland.
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Feb 28, 2023 • 10min
How New Parents Can Make Sure They Eat, Rest And Care For Themselves Properly
Being a new parent is very demanding and often leads to self-neglect which can result in burnout.
How can new parents make sure they are taking care of themselves properly while caring for a young child?
Dr. Brian Higgins, GP at Galway Primary Care joined the Last Word to discuss.
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