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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Jul 15, 2022 • 21min
The Week Trending
Michael Flatley's delayed and highly anticipated directorial debut, and Florence Pugh's outfit controversy.
These and the other stories trending this week on the Week Trending with Roe McDermott and Kieran Cunningham.
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Jul 15, 2022 • 10min
How To Keep Your Pets Cool In Heatwave
With exceptional weather forecast for this weekend, how can you ensure your pet is safe during the heatwave?
Vet Tim Kirby joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Jul 14, 2022 • 11min
All-Ireland Hurling Final Preview : Part 1, The Managers
With one of the biggest days in the Irish sporting calendar approaching, we've decided to do an in depth preview analysis of this years All-Ireland hurling final match up.
John McIntrye and Fergal Hartley joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Jul 14, 2022 • 8min
The Last Word On Health : How To Avoid Heatstroke
With temperatures predicted to hit 32 degrees by Monday, how can you best avoid heatstroke?
Dr. Ilona Duffy joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Jul 14, 2022 • 12min
Last Word On Movies
The latest adaptation of Jane Austin's 'Persuasion' goes straight to Netflix this week. Is it any good?
Brian Lloyd joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Jul 14, 2022 • 12min
The Last Word On The Environment : Europe Burns As Temperatures Reach 47 Degrees Celcius (117 Degrees Fahrenheit) In Some Areas
Temperatures are reaching record highs across Europe. How dangerous and significant is this?
John Gibbons joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Jul 13, 2022 • 4min
12th Of July Bonfires
Following on from the 11th of July bonfires in Northern Ireland, troubling images have arisen showing the burning of effigies of a number of politicians.
Amanda Ferguson joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Jul 13, 2022 • 9min
How Do Hundreds Of Bags Go Missing From Dublin Airport Every Day?
The number of bags being lost coming into Dublin airport every day has risen significantly. Why is this?
Eoghan Corry joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Jul 13, 2022 • 11min
Personal Finance : Public Trust In Banks Remains Low Over A Decade After Financial Crash
A survey released by the Irish Banking Culture Board has indicated the public's trust in the banks remains low more than ten years after the financial crash.
Charlie Weston joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Jul 12, 2022 • 15min
Last Word On Music
It's been a fantastic year for music, and Dave Hanratty and Dee Reddy are back to break down a list of Ireland's top 200 most listened to songs so far!
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