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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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2 days ago - 24 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

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Tech Thursday: The Best E-Readers And Audiobook Apps

3 days ago - 10 mins

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How We’ve Become Slaves To Our Mobile Phones

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

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Culture Club: Mark McCabe

4 days ago - 33 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Wet Pubs Set To Lose Out Again As Government Considers Exit From Level 5

With the government and public health officials finalising plans to exit Level 5, restrictions on pubs and restaurants are expected to be central to discussions. However, while restaurants could be kept open long-term once restrictions have been relaxed, there are suggestions that wet pubs may not be allowed to reopen until 2021. Ollie Grimes, owner of The Snug pub in Skerries, and restaurateur JP McMahon joined us to discuss this. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2020/11/23170246/LW-Wet-Pubs.mp3"][/audio]