The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Prince Harry appeared in the High Court in London today for a hearing against Associated Newspapers over 'hacking claims'. Nick Ferrari, Presenter of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast, LBC Radio joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

With Easter fast approaching, you may be in the market for a last-minute getaway. Sarah Slattery joined us on The Last Word with the best deals available. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

As we enter the final round of fixtures in the National Football League, Donegal reflect on a disastrous few months. What are the reasons behind the team's weak season? Kieran Cunningham, Marc O’Se and Dick Clerkin joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The CEO of social media platform TikTok has been questioned by US congress over data concerns. What does this mean for the company's future in the US? Edel Coffey, Author and Columnist with the Examiner and Dave Hanratty, Host of the No Encore Podcast joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Two people have been arrested on the suspicion of murder in connection with the discovery of the body of a baby on a beach in Co. Kerry back in 1984. Mary McAuliffe, Historian, Lecturer and Director of Gender Studies at UCD joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Irish superstar Paul Mescal has had an incredible few years and is back on the big screen with his latest starring role in God's Creatures. Is it any good? Brian Lloyd, Movies Editor at entertainment.ie joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Grants for electric cars are to be cut by 30% next month. What will this mean for the future uptake of electric vehicles? John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

It has been said that young adults in Ireland are the country's first generation to be worse off than their parents. But is there a broader perspective for which we can view the wealth of young people in Ireland? Finn McRedmond, Columnist for the Irish Times and Zana Zee Keough, Law and Media student and Journalist joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button...

QR scams are being used all over the world to trick people into handing over their bank details. Pig butchering scams are targeting victims by offering crypto investments. Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

With the wait time for driving tests increasing to 20 weeks, TDs have stepped in and written to the RSA chief to try and resolve this issue. Geraldine Herbert, motoring editor with the Sunday Independent joins Matt to discuss this in detail. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.

According to Aontu Leader Peader Toibin, Ireland's immigration system is broken and needs to be fixed. Both Peader and the CEO of Doras, John Lannon join Matt for an in-depth discussion. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.

Revolut is set to offer car insurance at a rate 30% cheaper than other insurance companies. Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent joins Matt to explain when, how and why they're doing this alongside other finance topics. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.

A vote will take place tomorrow night on the back of Sinn Féin's motion for an extension of the eviction ban which is due to expire at the end of March. Fianna Fail Senator Lisa Chambers and Matt Shanahan, Independent TD and member of the Regional Independent Group joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

A new Disney+ docuseries has been announced on the life of Ed Sheeran. It promises to look into some deeply personal aspects of the superstar's life from the last few years. John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Will Donald Trump be arrested this week? What are the details behind his allegations? Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Vertigo is the sensation of feeling off balance, and of movement when you're not moving at all. What should you do if you feel it come on? Dr. Illona Duffy joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Following Ireland's victory over England to win The Six Nations in Dublin on Saturday, attention has been turned to the World Cup in France this September. How will the team fare this year in comparison to 2019? Cian Tracey, Rugby Writer for the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Netflix's The Crown has had it's share of controversy, and it's latest season which will recreate elements of the night of Princess Diana's death has sparked anger amongst the British press. Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Are Irish banks at risk of getting caught up in this latest global banking crisis? Michael Somers, former Chief Executive of the National Treasury Management Agency joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The popularity of the Algarve as a holiday destination may seem unappealing to some, but Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie has found a list of hidden gems in the region for your perfect sun holiday this year. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The Irish rugby team has only won three Grand Slams in it's history, the last in 2018. It has never been won in Dublin. Will history be made this Saturday? Liam Toland, Matt Williams and Fergus McFadden joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Neil Gaiman is an English writer who has recently had one of his most successful and famous books turned into a stage show. He joined us on The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Sustainable aviation fuel seems to be a promising solution to the environmental issues associated with air travel. But are we anywhere near the age of sustainable flight? John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

How much is too much for a vacuum cleaner? Andy O’Donoghue joined us for Tech Thursday to discuss! Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Stephen Silver has been found guilty of capital murder after shooting detective Garda Colm Horkan back in 2020. This verdict follows two trials at the Central Criminal Court. Today FM Courts Correspondent Frank Greaney joined The Last Word to discuss. Listen to the entire piece by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.