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.
Episodes
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Sep 26, 2022 • 5min
House Prices Stabilise
Amongst all of the economic uncertainty, is there some good news emerging from the housing market?
Karl Deeter joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Sep 26, 2022 • 7min
Why Are Chinese Police Operating From A Premises In Dublin's Capel St?
Why is a Chinese intelligence unit operating on Capel Street in Dublin, independent of the Chinese embassy?
John Mooney joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Sep 26, 2022 • 16min
TV And Streaming
Only weeks after the death of Queen Elizabeth III, Netflix have announced the fifth season of their hugely popular show 'The Crown'.
Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Sep 26, 2022 • 9min
The Last Word O n Travel : Christmas Markets
Christmas is still a while away but if you're considering going on holiday in December, now is the time to book!
Sarah Slattery joined us for The Last Word on Travel to discuss the best Christmas Markets to visit this festive season.
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Sep 23, 2022 • 10min
Wolf Hall Writer Hilary Mantel Dies Aged 70
Beloved British novelist Hilary Mantel has passed away at the age of 70. Kevin Power joined the Last Word to discuss her brilliant career.
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Sep 23, 2022 • 9min
Far Right Expected To Win Italian Snap Election
An important election taking place this weekend in Italy could have far reaching economic and political consequences.
Dan O’Brien joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Sep 23, 2022 • 20min
The Week Trending
One of the biggest stories of the week involved an Irish Rugby legend taking home the wrong dog from the groomers! There has been a worrying amount of backlash about the casting choice for Ariel in Disney's remake of 'The Little Mermaid'.
Laura Byrne and Mick Clifford joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Sep 22, 2022 • 13min
Movies : Don't Worry Darling
After the unbelievable hype and drama that has surrounded Olivia Wilde's latest movie, is it any good?
Roe McDermott joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Sep 22, 2022 • 14min
Northern Ireland Census - Is There An Opportunity For A United Ireland?
After new census findings, is it starting to look like there's a possibility for a future United Ireland?
Amanda Ferguson, Mick Fealty and Neale Richmond joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Sep 22, 2022 • 11min
Last Word On The Environment : Will Charles III Be A 'Green King'?
With King Charles III having established himself as environmentally conscious in the past, has John Gibbons decided to go royalist?
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