The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Large protests have erupted across China in recent days triggered by public anger over strict Covid-19 lockdown measures. How has the United States responded to these protests? Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss this as well as the other stories making headlines in the US. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

When buying technology online it is important to make sure what you buy will work in Ireland and with the devices you already have. Andy O'Donoghue joined Matt on The Last Word to talk about the importance of buying compatible tech. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Mark Lawrenson and Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with the Irish Daily Star analysed the weekend’s FIFA World Cup results, including Argentina beating Mexico thanks to some Messi magic, Germany earning a vital point against Spain in Group E, and England unexpectedly drawing against the USA. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

In this week’s TV & Streaming slot, Joe O’Shea & Elaine Burke gave their reviews of this year’s Late Late Toy Show. They also discussed Matt Hancock’s stint on 'I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here' and the upcoming documentary on businessman Seán Quinn. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie returned for The Last Word’s weekly travel slot to give the best tips for travel-related Christmas presents this year. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Dr. Eoin O’Malley, Associate Professor in Political Science at the School of Law and Government at DCU joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss what the Irish government can do to quell possible concerns about the rise of immigration in the country. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

In a new book from the Game of My Life series Cork ladies footballers recall their highlights of playing the game, as well as what motivates them on the field. Ger McCarthy has put these together in Cork LGFA: Game of My Life and he joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

This week Ireland South MEP Mick Wallace spoke in the European Parliament and criticised the protests in Iran. Naomi O’Leary, Europe correspondent with the Irish Times, reports. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Ben Finnegan and Orla Ryan joined Matt to look at the other stories making headlines this week including the World Cup in Qatar and the French man who won the legal right to be boring. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

On The Last Word on Movies Brian Lloyd joined Matt to discuss this week’s biggest movie releases - including Glass Onion, the highly anticipated Knives Out sequel. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Should carpoolers have to pay for tolls? John Gibbons joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

As the days get shorter and colder, have you noticed a change in your mood? Seasonal affective disorder is a form of mood disorder that changes with the seasons, usually beginning in the autumn and resolving in the springtime. Dr Brian Higgins, GP at Galway Primary Care joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Gardaí have joined law enforcement groups across the world in an international investigation into a website which enabled fraudsters to make phone calls from trusted numbers to commit cybercrime. They have arrested six people in Ireland. Stephen Breen, Crime Editor with the Irish Sun and Sarah McGuinness who has experienced spoofing fraud joined us to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the '...

The Last Word's annual Gadget Show is back, brought to you by Currys. Our tech expert Andy O'Donoghue was joined by a number of other guests to review the best phones, speakers, laptops, tablets, wearables and lots more. Ed Smith and Elaine Burke gave us their sound and vision recommendations, Brian Lloyd discussed gaming, Brianna Parkins and Pamela Joyce joined us with their health and lifestyle...

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday on the horizon consumers are being warned to be wary of scams. Fraudsters stole €45 million from Irish online shoppers in the second half of last year. Andy O'Donoghue joined Matt on The Last Word to give his tips to stay cyber safe when shopping this Black Friday. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Ed Smith and Dave Hanratty joined Matt to discuss the week's biggest stories, including Blur returning to Dublin, Bono's stage show and why Mariah Carey can't officially be called the Queen of Christmas. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

US President Joe Biden has just celebrated his 80th birthday becoming the first ever president to do so while in office. Is Biden too old to run for a second term? Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss this as well as other US news stories of the week.

There is over €150 billion in household savings in banks and credit unions in Ireland but those who are lucky enough to have money set aside are getting little or nothing in interest back. Charlie Weston spoke to Matt about why Irish banks have the worst interest rates in Europe. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

COP27 has come to a close with nations finally agreeing on a loss and damage fund to help vulnerable countries. Siobhan Curran, head of policy and advocacy with Trocaire and Dr Tara Shine, founder of Change by Degrees and author of 'How to Save Your Planet One Object at a Time' joined Matt on The Last Word to look at the achievements and the failures of COP27. Catch the full chat by pressing the '...

RTE's new documentary, 'Saipan: Rebel Without A Ball' explores how far Ireland could have gone if Roy Keane had stayed at the World Cup in Saipan. Joe O'Shea and Elaine Burke joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss this and more. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

With Black Friday coming up Sarah Slattery from the travelexpert.ie joined us to discuss the best travel deals including package holidays, flights, cruises and more. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Teams from seven European countries have confirmed they will no longer be wearing the 'One Love' armband due to fear of a yellow card being issued. Kieran Cunnignham, chief sportswriter with the Irish Daily Star spoke to Matt about the ongoing controversies that surround the World Cup as it begins. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The World Cup kicks off in Qatar on Sunday. Mark Lawrenson and Miguel Delaney joined Matt on The Last Word to preview the tournament. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Independent experts have been appointed to oversee a process of restorative justice for survivors of historical abuse at schools run by the Spiritan Congregation. The process was started by a group of past pupils of Blackrock College in Dublin. We spoke to Corry MacMahon and John Coulter, who outlined how they got to this point and how the restorative process will work. Catch the full chat by pres...

Brianna Parkins and Kieran Cunningham joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss the other stories making headlines this week including a ban on the sale of alcohol at World Cup stadiums in Qatar and whether having more women in power would help solve the climate crisis. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.