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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Sep 22, 2022 • 8min
Last Word On Health : Contraception
Since last week all women in Ireland from the age of 17 up to 25 can now avail of free contraception. Dr. Brian Higgins joined the Last Word to chat all things contraception.
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Sep 21, 2022 • 9min
Is Ireland Doing Enough To Tackle Anti-Social Behaviour?
The events that took place in Cherry Orchard this week have highlighted a potential lack of force when it comes to anti-social behaviour in Ireland.
Brendan O’Connor and Dr. Johnny Connolly joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Sep 21, 2022 • 8min
New Bill Would Allow Tenants To Keep Pets In Their Apartments And Dry Their Clothes On The Balcony
For those living in apartments, news of a new bill that will allow tenants to keep pets and to save energy by hanging clothes to dry on balconies is a welcome possibility.
Senator Rebecca Moynihan joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Sep 21, 2022 • 32min
Culture Club : Emer Reynolds
This week for the culture club we are joined by multi award winning director, Eimear Reynolds! Her work includes 2022 film 'Joyride' starring Olivia Colman.
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Sep 21, 2022 • 10min
Personal Finance : Will Older Retirees Benefit From Increased Pension Rates
The pension age will stay at 66, but workers will have the option of working on until the age of 70 in return for a larger state pension. Are the financial benefits worth it?
Charlie Weston joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Sep 20, 2022 • 14min
US With Cal And Marion : DeSantis Under Investigation Over Migrant Flights
A criminal investigation has been launched into a publicity stunt that involved the luring of migrants up to wealthy holiday destination 'Martha's Vineyard' under false pretenses, by Ron DeSantis.
Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Sep 20, 2022 • 20min
Last Word On Music : First Chapter Of Bono's Book Released
A surprisingly well written chapter from Bono's new memoir has been released, setting expectations high for the book's release on November 1st.
Dee Reddy and John Caddell joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Sep 20, 2022 • 6min
80% Of Teenage Girls Feel They Won't Have The Same Opportunities As Boys
'The Shona Project' is a non-profit organisation which works to help today's Irish women to be strong, confident and curious. A survey conducted by the group has found that 80% of teenage girls feel they won't receive the same opportunities in life as boys of the same age.
Tammy Darcy, chief executive of The Shona Project joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Sep 20, 2022 • 15min
Garda Car Rammed In Cherry Orchard
A shocking incident took place last night involving two reckless drivers ramming into a Garda car in Cherry Orchard, with footage ending up on social media.
Stephen Breen, Hazel De Nortuin and Trina O’Connor joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Sep 19, 2022 • 8min
Paschal Donohoe Criticises “Price Gouging By Hotels”
Paschal Donohoe has stated hotel's price gouging in recent months will be taken into account in the 2023 budget.
Paul Clancy, chief executive of the Vintners Federation of Ireland and Denyse Campbell, president of the Irish Hotels Federation joined the Last Word to discuss.
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