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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

Culture Club: Stuart Braithwaite

9 hours ago - 29 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

More Big Money Divorce Applications Despite Less Couples Deciding To Split

10 hours ago - 9 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

People Are Dying Unnecessarily Because Of Delays In Cancer Treatment

11 hours ago - 16 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

On Paper We’re One Of The Richest Nations In Europe, So Why Doesn’t It Feel That Way?

12 hours ago - 9 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

The Last Word On The US: Benjamin Netanyahu Nominates Donald Trump For Nobel Peace Prize

20 hours ago - 21 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Music Industry Contributes €1bn To Irish Economy, Report Finds

a day ago - 33 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Should Public Buildings Be Given Honorary Names?

The new €2.4bn pediatric hospital will officially be named the National Children's Hospital of Ireland according to a Government proposal, despite efforts to name it after doctor and political activist Dr Kathleen Lynn. Dr Mary McAuliffe, director of Gender Studies at UCD, and Sinn Féin TD Aengus Ó Snodaigh join The Last Word to discuss whether public buildings should be named after historical figures or whether it is better to play it safe. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!