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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.

Latest episodes

Tech Thursday: The Best E-Readers And Audiobook Apps

15 hours ago - 10 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

How We’ve Become Slaves To Our Mobile Phones

a day ago - 9 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Personal Finance: Families Swapping Branded Groceries In Bid To Save Money

a day ago - 9 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Culture Club: Mark McCabe

2 days ago - 33 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

RTÉ Calls For Discussion On Israel's Participation In The Eurovision Song Contest

2 days ago - 7 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Camogie Players Protest Over Requirement To Wear Skorts

2 days ago - 6 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Matt Cooper Speaks About His Diabetes Battle For The First Time

The HSE has urged people with diabetes to seek medical advice from their pharmacist, GP or hospital team if they have concerns during this time. They have also reassured people that diabetes services are resuming despite COVID-19. Dr Doireann O'Leary, health blogger and GP with MyCorkGP, joined us for our weekly medical slot to explain the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, the risk factors, symptoms and potential complications, and how to manage it. Matt, who was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in late 2018, also talked about his experience of living with the condition. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2020/08/19180900/LW-Diabetes.mp3"][/audio]