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 22, 2022 • 7min
Who Is Mick Lynch, The Leader Of The British Rail Strikes?
A series of rail strikes are taking place across Britain, making a serious impact on many aspects of day to day life in towns and cities. Who is Mick Lynch, the leader of the charge?
Nick Ferrari joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Jun 22, 2022 • 9min
Personal Finance : Laya Healthcare Customers Could Receive Another Refund
Charlie Weston is back for our weekly personal finance spot, with some good news for Laya Healthcare customers, along with all of the latest on the banks and cost of living crisis.
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Jun 21, 2022 • 7min
Tech Tuesday : Barbecue Tech
Barbeque season is in full swing, so it's only fitting that Andy O’Donoghue fill us in on his tech picks for cooking up a feast this summer.
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Jun 21, 2022 • 15min
Should Ireland Allow Services Like Uber and Lyft To Deal With Taxi Shortage?
Ireland is currently experiencing a major shortage of taxis partially as a result of the pandemic. Would it be wise to allow Uber and Lyft to operate in Ireland to the capacity they do in other countries?
Vinny Kearns, Noeline Blackwell and Neale Richmond joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Jun 21, 2022 • 17min
US With Cal and Marion
A bizarre new beef has surfaced in the world of American talk show television involving Stephen Colbert and Tucker Carlson. Catch up with all the latest from the US with Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone.
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Jun 21, 2022 • 14min
Last Word On Music : New Music From Beyoncé
Paul McCartney turns 80, Kendrick Lamar to play Glastonbury and Beyoncé releases new music! Not to mention two great picks of the week from John Caddell and Dee Reddy.
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Jun 20, 2022 • 12min
The Incredible Story Of How A Young English Heiress Became An IRA Bomber
The incredible story of Rose Dugdale, an English Heiress turned Irish Republican is told in Sean O'Driscoll's book 'Heiress, Rebel, Vigilante, Bomber'.
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Jun 20, 2022 • 11min
How Meditation Can Change Your Life
Meditation has become extremely popular in mainstream wellness culture, but why is it thought of as being so beneficial?
Mediation teacher and author of 'The Truth About Love', Conor Creighton joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Jun 20, 2022 • 12min
TV and Streaming
Does the world really need a Squid Games reality show? Netflix seem to think so.
Catch up here on the latest in TV and streaming with Jenn and Joe.
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Jun 20, 2022 • 9min
The Last Word On Travel : Matera In Italy
An ancient city in Italy on top of a rocky mountain with lush green valleys below, Matera is a gorgeous holiday destination which was also featured in the most recent James Bond blockbuster.
Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word to discuss.
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