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The Last Word with Matt Cooper
Hosted by Today FM · EN
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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Former DUP Leader Jeffrey Donaldson Found Guilty Of 18 Sexual Offence Charges
2w ago00:13:44Tap to summarizeThe former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has been found guilty of 18 child sex abuse charges, including rape.The jury of five women and seven men returned with the verdict on Monday afternoon after ten hours of deliberations.Jamie O’Hara, Today FM reporter and Stephen Walker, former political correspondent at the BBC join Matt on The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the piece.
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The Last Word On Travel: Holiday Destinations From Cork Airport
2w ago00:10:03Tap to summarizePassengers can travel to 48 destinations from Cork Airport this summer including brand new routes to Nice and Santiago de Compostela.Sarah Slattery from thetravelexpert.ie joins The Last Word to run through some great holidays you can take if you want to fly out of Cork.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
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Burnham Sworn In As MP As Starmer Resigns
2w ago00:10:48Tap to summarizeBritish Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer has resigned from office, paving the way for new leadership.Nick Ferrari, Presenter of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast on LBC, talks to Matt about the fortunes of the Labour leader.He also discusses the rise of former Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham, who secured a definitive win in the Makerfield by election, winning back votes from Reform. He seems set to be the only contender for the leadership.To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.
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The Week Trending: Brand It Like Beckham, Shrinking Chocolate, & McGregor On Fallon
2w ago00:23:04Tap to summarizeThis week, Cadbury confirmed that its chocolate bars are in fact getting smaller but the company denies that it is trying to fool customers.As the World Cup gets in full swing, many viewers have remarked on the number of ads starring ex-footballer turned professional brand ambassador David Beckham.And, Jimmy Fallon has sparked outrage from Irish fans over his interview with Conor McGregor.Elaine Burke and Lorcan Nyhan join The Last Word to discuss the week’s trending stories. Catch the full chat by pressing the ‘Play’ button on this page!
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Will Andy Burnham Become The Next British Prime Minister After Byelection Success?
2w ago00:11:35Tap to summarizeOn Friday, Andy Burnham was elected as MP in the Makerfield byelection and, in doing so, has further increased the pressure on Keir Starmer’s position as Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party.So, are Starmer’s days in Downing Street numbered, and how will Nigel Farage react to such a heavy defeat for Reform?Nick Ferrari, presenter of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast on LBC Radio in London, speaks to Matt on The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the piece.
Transcribe →The Inside Story Of How Samantha Cookes Conned Her Way Through Ireland & The UK
2w ago00:12:43Tap to summarizeFraudster Samantha Cookes spent more than a decade conning people in both Ireland and Britain.A new book looks at how Cookes integrated herself into the lives of vulnerable families and posed as a nanny, a therapist and an author under various identities.Alan Bradley, author of ‘Unmasking Samantha Cookes: The Many Lives of a Serial Fraudster’, joins Daniel McConnell on The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the piece.
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Patrick Freyne On Writing His Debut Novel At 51
2w ago00:14:29Tap to summarizePatrick Freyne joins The Last Word to discuss his debut novel 'Experts in a Dying Field'.He chats to Matt about writing from his own life, pursuing a music career, and the magic of foxes.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
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EPA Says Water Quality In Ireland Has Not Improved In The Last Year
2w ago00:12:57Tap to summarizeNew data from the Environmental Protection Agency has shown that there were no major improvements in Ireland’s water quality in 2025.The EPA has said that the condition of Ireland’s rivers have “dropped significantly” in recent years and that high nutrient levels are the biggest challenge to raising standards.Sadhbh O’Neill, Climate and Environmental Researcher and Irish Times Contributor, speaks to Matt on The Last Word's environment slot.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the chat.
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'It's Been Hell', Widow Of Hit And Run Victim On Life After Tragedy
2w ago00:18:51Tap to summarizeIn 2024, hurling coach Niall MacEneaney was knocked down and killed by a drunk driver. That driver was Michael Ball, who at the time was a serving garda. He was recently sentenced to six years after pleading guilty to dangerous driving causing death.Niall's wife Grace Martin talks to Matt about Niall's life and the impact of his loss on her.
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Culture Club: Iarla Ó Lionáird
3w ago00:34:19Tap to summarizeIarla Ó Lionáird is the latest inductee into the Culture Club. He talks to Danny McConnell about his life in music and the upcoming performance at this year's Galway International Arts Festival.Iarla also discusses the music, film, movies, and books that have influences his life.
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