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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

The Last Word On Travel: Chicago

21 hours ago - 12 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Will Reducing Apartment Sizes Make Any Difference To The Housing Crisis?

21 hours ago - 13 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Semi-Finals Preview

4 days ago - 26 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

The Week Trending: Crying At Work, Televising Electric Picnic & Dublin's 'Nee Naw' Service

4 days ago - 23 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Tech Thursday: Tech To Keep Kids Entertained This Summer

5 days ago - 13 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

BirdWatch Ireland Identifies Critical Areas For Conserving Irish Seabirds

5 days ago - 15 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

How To Recognise Seasonal Affective Disorder

Are the winter blues a real thing? Many people in Ireland experience what is known as seasonal affective disorder, a form of depression which recurs during the winter months. It can be caused by a change in melatonin levels, partly from a lack of sunlight. Dr Ray Walley joined us for our weekly medical consultation to talk about this condition and how it can be treated. Listen to the interview in full by pressing the play button on this page.