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The Last Word with Matt Cooper
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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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The Last Word On The US: DOJ Sets Up $1.8B Fund That Could Go To Jan 6 Rioters
Yesterday00:12:44Tap to summarizeThe US Justice Department announced Monday that it was establishing a $1.776 billion fund to compensate Trump allies who claim they were targeted by the Joe Biden administration.Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone join The Last Word to discuss the 'anti-weaponisation' fund, which is expected to pay out money to Jan. 6 rioters, and more of the latest news from the United States.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
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Ex-Garda Paul Moody Jailed For Four Years For Abuse Of Partner
Yesterday00:07:48Tap to summarizeFormer garda Paul Moody who abused and terrorised his former partner and the mother of his child over a number of years has been jailed for four years.This sentence marks the second time Moody has been jailed for abuse of a partner. In 2022, he was sentenced to three years and three months for coercive control of his former girlfriend, Nicola Hanney.Frank Greaney, Today FM courts correspondent, joins The Last Word to discuss today's sentencing. Hear the full conversation by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
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Legislation To Tackle Puppy Farms Brought To Cabinet
Yesterday00:13:48Tap to summarizeOn Tuesday, Minister for Agriculture Martin Heydon brought draft legislation to tackle puppy farms before Cabinet.The legislation proposes various new measures including regulations around litter numbers, breeding age and standards of living conditions.Minister Heydon speaks to Matt on The Last Word about this.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the piece.
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TV & Streaming: Will RTE Continue Eurovision Boycott Next Year?
2d ago00:14:23Tap to summarizeThe Eurovision song contest took place in Vienna last week, with Bulgaria winning Saturday’s final with the song “Bangaranga”.But after Ireland and RTE’s boycott this year due to Israel’s participation in the competition, will they continue with the same stance in 2027?Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke join Matt on The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the discussion.
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CCPC Warns Over Pitfalls Of Car Hire Abroad
2d ago00:09:40Tap to summarizeFollowing an survey of Irish holidaymakers' experiences of car hire abroad, the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, it was found over 40% had issues with their car hires.Long wait times, hidden fees and the car not being as described were some of the issues reported.Orla Delargy, Deputy Communications Director at the CCPC, speaks to Matt about the survey and offers advice for those planning to hire cars abroad.To listen to the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.
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The Last Word On Travel: A Guide To Visiting The Greek Islands
2d ago00:12:47Tap to summarizeGreece is home to more than 200 inhabited islands, many of which are very popular with Irish tourists.Kaitlin Murphy from thetravelexpert.ie joins The Last Word to run through what some of the Greek islands have to offer and to give some travel tips for anyone looking to go island hopping.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
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The Week Trending: Eurovision, Wordle, & The Mosquito That Killed Cromwell
5d ago00:27:33Tap to summarizeIt's Eurovision week but this year there is no Irish entry and viewers in Ireland will have to switch to the BBC if they want to watch the final in Austria.In other TV news this week, Wordle, the popular online game, is getting a TV adaptation.And, a statue to commemorate the mosquito that may have killed Oliver Cromwell has been proposed as a quirky new attraction for Cork city.Paddy Duffy and Fionnuala Jones join The Last Word to discuss these and more of the week's trending stories.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
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What Does The Future Hold For RTE?
6d ago00:18:30Tap to summarizeFormer government minister Shane Ross has written his latest book, looking back on the history of the national broadcaster.He reflects on past controversies that threatened to impact its reputation and also looks forward to what the future might hold for the company.He speaks to Matt on The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the piece.
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A Quarter Of World Cup Matches To Be Played In Temperatures Above 26 Degrees
6d ago00:16:16Tap to summarizeWorld Weather Attribution has conducted a study which found that 25% of matches at this year’s FIFA World Cup are likely to be played in temperatures over 26 degrees Celsius.Extreme heat conditions are most likely to be experienced in Miami, New York, New Jersey and New York.Officials insist they have plans in place to accommodate players if the weather gets too hot, but is it fair to expect them to compete in such conditions?Environmental commentator John Gibbons joins Matt on The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the piece.
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Tech Thursday: Screenless Tech Wearables
6d ago00:11:25Tap to summarizeThis week for Tech Thursday, Andy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to discuss some of the latest screenless wearable tech amid increasing demand for screen free smart watches and health tracking devices.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
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