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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Jun 27, 2022 • 10min
What Are Your Rights If Your Flight Is Cancelled?
With a multitude of flights being cancelled, what are you entitled to if you find yourself grounded while travelling?
Paul Hackett and Donal O’Donoghue joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Jun 27, 2022 • 13min
TV and Streaming
It's time to set you up for the week with our TV and streaming spot!
Joe and Jenn joined the Last Word to discuss their picks for you to enjoy this week.
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Jun 24, 2022 • 11min
US Supreme Court Overturns Roe V Wade Ruling
The US supreme court have made a decision today that many are calling a step backwards for the rights of women in America.
Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Jun 24, 2022 • 15min
166,000 Homes Are Vacant, Yet Only 800 Available To Rent
It is a well known fact that there is a major shortage of affordable homes in Ireland. Could existing empty homes be a solution to this issue?
Jude Sherry and Kate English joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Jun 24, 2022 • 21min
The Week Trending
The quick witted Mick Lynch, fines for urinating in the sea, some bad publicity for Dublin and a creepy new Amazon Alexa feature.
This and more on the Week Trending with Dave Hanratty and Brianna Parkins.
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Jun 24, 2022 • 12min
Movies : Elvis
An Elvis Presley biopic is finally hitting theatres, but should we buy into the hype?
Roe McDermott joined the Last Word to discuss all of the latest movie releases.
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Jun 23, 2022 • 12min
Interview : Karin Slaughter
Karin Slaughter is one of the world's best selling crime writers with over 40 million books sold. Her latest offering is 'Girl Forgotten' and is available now.
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Jun 23, 2022 • 14min
Who’d Be A Referee?
David Gough is a Gaelic football referee from County Meath. He is also the GAA's first openly gay top-level match official.
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Jun 23, 2022 • 13min
The Last Word On Health : How To Stay Healthy On Your Holidays
If you're spending the money to go away this summer you'd better keep yourself as healthy as possible so you can enjoy it!
Dr. Ilona Duffy joins the Last Word for our weekly health spot.
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Jun 22, 2022 • 15min
Should High-Earning Civil Servants Receive Massive Pay Rises?
4,000 public servants earning over €150,00 per year are about to receive pay increases. Why is this happening?
Daniel McConnell, Lisa Chambers and Peadar Toibuin joined the Last Word to discuss.
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