The Last Word with Matt Cooper

98FM's Cathal O'Sullivan and Irish Times advice columnist, and Hot Press movies editor, Roe McDermott sit down with Matt to go through all the biggest stories of week.From Donald Trump’s bizarre AI Gaza video to the Tates' stateside visit and why Sophie and Jack have become such popular names. Get all the week's action by hitting 'Listen' here.

Daniel McConnell, Editor of the Business Post, discussed the Taoiseach’s upcoming trip to Washington DC.He also reacted to the repatriation flight that deported 32 people back to Georgia from Ireland.To listen to the full conversation, press the ‘play’ button on this page.

Journalist and author Martin Dillon joins The Last Word to discuss the role played by women in the Troubles and the toll it took on them, as described in his new book 'The Sorrow and the Loss'.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Roe McDermott, Movies Editor with Hotpress, joined Matt for this week’s movies slot on The Last Word.She predicted who she thinks will win big at Sunday night’s Academy Awards and discussed the release of “The Last Showgirl” starring Pamela Anderson.Matt and Roe also remembered the Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman, whose death was announced on Thursday morning alongside his wife Betsy Arakawa.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the conversation.

Following the introduction of several conservation measures, the number of brown bears has risen by 17% across Europe since 2016. Experts have seen a 12% rise in the Eurasian lynx and a 16% jump in the number of wolverines over the same time period.Environment commentator John Gibbons joined Matt on Thursday to discuss this.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the chat.

At GAA Congress in Donegal last weekend, president Jarlath Burns described rural depopulation as “a full-blown crisis” for the association.Speaking at the event, Mr. Burns said “it is unconscionable that we would be the generation who preside over the permanent demise of rural Ireland.”So, what can the GAA do to ensure rural clubs in Ireland survive?Michael Foley, sportswriter with The Sunday Times, spoke to Matt about the issue.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the conversation.

To celebrate the release of his new book “The Boy From The Sea”, author Garrett Carr was The Last Word’s latest entry to the Culture Club.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear his choices.

Glanbia's share price fell by around 20% today as the nutrition company predicts its 2025 profits will take a battering, Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss this and more of the day's business news. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Leinster and Ireland legend Brian O’Driscoll joined Matt on Wednesday to talk about Ireland’s win against Wales in round 3 of the Guinness Six Nations, and what they need to improve on ahead of the huge clash with France at the Aviva Stadium. They discussed what Ireland’s bench might look like, their struggles at the scrum, and Jack Conan’s impressive tournament so far.Brian spoke to The Last Word as Guinness teams up with Field of Vision to bring a revolutionary sensory experience to visually impaired fans at this year's Men’s & Women’s Six Nations Championships.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear their chat.

A new survey has found that most people are not willing to pay more for a transition to renewable energy.Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent, joins The Last Word to discuss why people might not want to fund a green future. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!