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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 Week Trending: Pope Leo XIV, Israel At Eurovision & Calls For Social Media Ban For U-16s

2 days ago - 24 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Lorcan Finnegan On Directing Nicolas Cage

2 days ago - 11 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Tech Thursday: The Best E-Readers And Audiobook Apps

3 days ago - 10 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

How We’ve Become Slaves To Our Mobile Phones

3 days ago - 9 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

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

3 days ago - 9 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Culture Club: Mark McCabe

4 days ago - 33 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

How Will Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael Fund Their Promises?

Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael have published a joint framework document for a potential coalition. The document contains ten key missions for the next government, including rebuilding the economy after the COVID-19 crisis. But concerns have been raised about the cost of the promises made and how they will be funded if both parties get into power. Dan O'Brien, Chief Economist at the Institute of International and European Affairs and Sunday Independent columnist, joined us to give his view. Listen to the interview in full by pressing the play button on this page.