The Last Word with Matt Cooper
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The Last Word with Matt Cooper
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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The Incredible Life Of Jackie McCarthy O'Brien
Jackie McCarthy O'Brien is a Limerick sporting legend, a former Ireland international soccer and rugby player. Jackie joined Matt in studio to talk ab...
Why Bill Gates Is Wrong About Climate Change
Climate scientists have criticised billionaire Bill Gates for comments he made on climate change last week.
Gates published a 17-page memo in wh...
Culture Club: Hector Ó hEochagáin
Presenter, writer and passionate advocate for the Irish language, Hector Ó hEochagáin was the latest inductee into the Culture Club.
He spoke to...
Where Will Ireland's Economy Be In Forty Years?
The Department of Finance this week published a major report which looks to provide a long-term economic and fiscal outlook for Ireland, set out over...
Is Ireland’s Banking System Dysfunctional?
AIB, PTSB and Bank of Ireland were responsible for 93% of new mortgage lending in September 2025, which is considerably higher than the 60% figure rep...
Last Word On Music: John Lewis Ad Goes In '90s Direction
As the annual John Lewis Christmas advert was released, Dee Reddy and John Caddell discussed the change in direction, as Alice Limerick's Where Love L...
The Last Word On The US: Dick Cheney Dies Aged 84
Former US vice president Dick Cheney, who served under President George W Bush from 2001 to 2009, has died aged 84.
Cal Thomas and Marion McKeo...
The Double Life Of Richard Satchwell
Earlier this year, Richard Satchwell was found guilty of the murder of his wife Tina in 2017.
Journalists Ralph Riegel and Paul Byrne have relea...
Miriam O'Callaghan On Taking On Facebook
Broadcaster Miriam O'Callaghan spoke to Matt about her new memoir Miriam: Life, Work, Everything.
She spoke about her 30 year career at RTÉ, jug...
The Last Word On Travel: Glasgow & Krakow As Food Destinations
Russell Alford, co-restaurant critic for the Sunday Times and one-half of the GastroGays, joined The Last Word to chat about more holiday destinations...
DJ Carey Gets Five And A Half Year Jail Term For Fraud
Former Kilkenny hurler DJ Carey has been jailed for five and a half years for defrauding 22 people by falsely claiming he was receiving treatment for...
Ireland vs New Zealand Preview
Ireland will play New Zealand at Soldier Field in Chicago on Saturday night in a repeat fixture of Ireland's memorable 40-29 win in 2016.
Billy...
The Week Trending: Is Having A Boyfriend Embarassing?
Is having a boyfriend embarrassing? A Vogue article, which went viral this week, has claimed that women are increasingly keeping their relationship un...
DJ Carey To Be Sentenced On Monday
Frank Greaney, Today FM courts correspondent, and Eimear Ni Bhraonain, author of The Dodger: DJ Carey and the Great Betrayal, were at the sentencing...
Michael Harding On His Journey Through The Irish Midwinter
Writer Michael Harding joined The Last Word to discuss his new book 'Midwinter: A Journey Through a Season' which explores the cycle of death and rene...
'I Wish The Internet Had Never Been Invented' - Writer & Comedian Ben Elton
Writer and comedian Ben Elton joined The Last Word to discuss his new memoir 'What Have I Done?'.
He spoke about his reflections on his career,...
Culture Club: Elizabeth Day
To celebrate the release of her new book 'One of Us', author Elizabeth Day joined Matt on The Last Word for the latest edition of the Culture Club.
"I'm Quite Resentful Of It" - Carl Kinsella On His Life With OCD
Columnist and author Carl Kinsella joined The Last Word to chat about his new book 'At Least it Looks Good from Space: A Catalogue of Modern, Millenni...
Why Are Motorway Tolls Increasing Again?
Transport Infrastructure Ireland has announced toll increases on a number of motorways and the Dublin Port Tunnel effective from January 1 next year.<...
Ireland Ranked Almost Worst For Income Tax Burden On Workers
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Independent, outlined the findings of a new report from think tank Tax Foundation, that ranked Irelan...
British Airways Pulls Louis Theroux Sponsorship After Bob Vylan Appearance
British Airways has paused its sponsorship of journalist Louis Theroux’s podcast over an interview with Bob Vylan frontman Pascal Robinson-Foster.
Dermot Desmond Hits Out after Brendan Rodgers Resigns as Celtic Manager
Off The Ball's and The Last Word's Stephen Doyle joins Daniel McConnell to discuss the explosive reaction to Celtic manager Brendan Rodger's resigning...
The Last Word on the US: Trump Tours Asia & Government Shutdown Continues
This week on The Last Word on the US, Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone join Daniel McConnell to discuss President Donald Trump's tour of Asia including h...
Brendan Fanning on his New Book 'Touching Distance'
Matt is Joined by one of Ireland's most accomplished rugby writers Brendan Fanning on his new book Touching Distance: Irish Rugby's Battle with Great...
How The Far Right Used Social Media To Spur On Violence In Citywest
Gardaí will maintain a presence around Citywest in the coming days following multiple days of violence in the area this week.
Conor Lally, crime...
Communications Guru On Life Advising Political Leaders
Terry Prone, author of I’m Glad You Asked Me That, spoke to Matt about her years working as a media trainer for the top political and business leaders...
Why There Are Strong Arguments For And Against A United Ireland
On Thursday, Matt spoke to journalists Fintan O’Toole & Sam McBride about the release of their new book “For and Against a United Ireland”.
If i...
Tech Thursday: Cycling Gear To Stay Safe And Seen This Winter
As we come into winter and the days get shorter, it's important that cyclists take precautions while out on roads.
Andy O'Donoghue joined The La...
Think You Know The Presidents? Michael D. Higgins
Michael D Higgins bows out of his two term presidency next month.
For some, he leaves a national treasure who spoke from his head and his heart...
Culture Club: Jamie Duffy
Composer Jamie Duffy joined Matt for the Culture Club. He spoke about the inspiration for his debut eponymous album, that blends folk, classical and c...
Presidential Campaign Interview: Heather Humphreys
On Friday, the country goes to the polls to choose who will become the 10th president of Ireland.
Fine Gael presidential candidate Heather Hump...
The Last Word on The US: White House Says No Plans For Trump-Putin Meeting In The Immediate Future
There are "no plans" for US President Donald Trump to meet Russia's Vladimir Putin "in the immediate future", a White House official has stated.
...
Presidential Election: What To Expect From The Closing Days Of The Campaign
As the presidential election campaign draws to a close, the two remaining candidates - Fine Gael's Heather Humphreys and Independent Catherine Connoll...
Think You Know The Presidents? Mary McAleese
From the Ardoyne to two stints in the Áras, Mary McAleese's presidency was shaped by her Northern upbringing and driven by a mission to unite communit...
Presidential Campaign Interview: Catherine Connolly
On Friday, the country will go to the polls to vote for the 10th president of Ireland.
Independent candidate Catherine Connolly joined Matt in s...
How To Spot The Signs Of A Brain Tumour In Children And Teenagers
This National Brain Tumour Awareness Week, Brain Tumour Ireland is highlighting the symptoms of brain tumours in children and teenagers.
Tumour...
The Last Word On Travel: Winter Breaks Across Ireland
From weekend hotel stays in Dublin, to Christmas markets in Belfast, Sarah Slattery from thetravelexpert.ie, outlined the best Winter travel offers fo...
Why Are Athletes Being Persuaded To Join The Enhanced Games?
Irish swimmer Shane Ryan caused controversy this week when he announced he will be joining the Enhanced Games, which will get underway in May 2026.
The Week Trending: Putin Calls Trump; Mercury Snub For Irish Musicians & Met Éireann Seeks Help From Weather Enthusiasts
Now that he has got the Gaza deal he wanted, has US President Donald Trump's attention refocused on Ukraine? Why has an Irish act never won the Mercur...
Randal Plunkett On Rewilding His Family's Ancient Estate
What does a reluctant earl do when he inherits a 1,600-acre estate in Co Meath?
Randal Plunkett, the 21st Earl of Dunsany, joined The Last Word...