The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Should the legacy of the British Empire be celebrated? Maya Jassanoff, Coolidge Professor of History, Harvard University joins Matt to discuss just that. For the full chat click the play button below.

Charlie Weston, personal finance editor Irish Independent, joins Matt to discuss the rise in home insurance, ESBs massive profits and BOI to open on Saturdays in an attempt to gain Ulster Bank customers.

Did David Beckham que for 12 hours to greet the queens coffin? Aoife Barry and Kieran Cunningham join Matt to go over this weeks trending stories. For the full chat click the play button above.

With the latest energy bill increases kicking in at the start of October, how can we reduce our consumption to soften the blow? Andy O’Donoghue, Dr. Tara Shine and Tom Halpin joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

The founder of clothing company Patagonia has decided to put future company profits towards fighting climate change saying 'Earth is now our only shareholder'. John Gibbons joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

'Moonage Daydream' is a new music documentary following the life of David Bowie, directed by Brett Morgan who is also credited to 'Montage Of Heck', a fantastic Kurt Cobain documentary released in 2015. Brian Lloyd joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Headaches are extremely common and often are not cause for serious concern. However, not all headaches are the same and some can call for further investigation. Dr. Brian Higgins joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

With many in the UK still mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth in the build up to her funeral, many businesses are deciding on what should be done on the day to show respect for the late queen. Nick Ferrari joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

The Commission on Taxation and Welfare report has made a number of tax proposals to government, which includes the removal of tax relief on health insurance premiums. Charlie Weston joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

In one of the more distressing stories of the year, Dublin man Tony Dempsey's body was left in a room in a flat for over a week before it was brought to the attention of authorities. Conor Lally, security & crime editor of the Irish Times joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Joe Biden has pledged to half cancer deaths over the next 25 years. Does this promise mimic that of of a fictional character from a much loved American political drama? Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

It is one of the biggest disappointments for music fans when an artist has to cancel concert dates, but is often necessary. Why has popular English singer and songwriter Sam Fender decided to cancel his remaining tour dates? John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Photo sharing social media app 'Be Real' is shooting up the charts. But what exactly is it and how does it differ to other social media apps? Andy O’Donoghue joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

King Charles made a his first official visit as King to Northern Ireland today. What did this involve and who was in attendance? Amanda Ferguson and Professor Deirdre Heenan joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Reports of considerable concern have arisen from schools on the affordability of energy resources this winter for students during the academic term. Norma Foley, Minister for Education joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

All anyone seems to be talking about is how great Garth Brooks was over the weekend, or how much they're looking forward to going this week! Our very own Ben Finnegan and Pamela Joyce joined the Last Word after attending over the weekend to discuss their experience at the gigs. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

There is plenty of coverage on the aftermath of the queen's death and related programming being broadcast in the build up to her funeral, but what parts of it are worth watching? Joe O’Shea and Grace McKeever joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

After a weekend of massive ques and missed flights for Aer Lingus customers, our travel expert Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word to break down what actually happened. Also, a list of travel bucket list items for inspiration on your next holiday. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

It's an usual scene in Wentworth as the stand off between PGA and LIV golfers continues. Kieran Cunningham joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

With hundreds of thousands of tickets sold for Garth Brooks in Croke Park this weekend and next, many people who aren't attending may be wondering what makes Garth Brooks so special? Ben Finnegan and Larissa Nolan joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

With the world paying their respects after the passing of Queen Elizabeth, is it ok at the same time to have a fair but realistic conversation about the future of the British monarch? Roe McDermott and Dave Hanratty joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Renowned best selling British author, Robert Harris joined the Last Word to discuss his latest novel, 'Act Of Oblivion'. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Roe McDermott joined the Last Word for an update on the 'Don't Worry Darling' drama, and a breakdown of 'See How They Run', Saoirse Ronan's new movie. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Many of us are looking forward to seeing Garth Brooks in Croke Park at some point over the next week and a half, but have we taken into consideration the carbon footprint that will be left behind by this massive run, not to mention Garth Brooks private jet travel? John Gibbons joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

It can be difficult to determine if a child has asthma at a young age. So what are the signs to look out for? Dr. Brian Higgins joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.