The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Emilie Pine is the No. 1 bestselling author of 'Notes To Self'. Her first novel is called 'Ruth & Pen'. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/25184510/LW-POD-EMILY-PINE-CC.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Boris Johnson evidently believes he should remain as Prime Minister following the release of a damning report by Sue Gray. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/25183131/LW-PODCAST-NICK-FERRARI.mp3"][/audio] Nick Ferrari joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

The latest American mass shooting incident in a school has taken place in Uvalde, Texas. The conversation regarding gun laws continues in the United States. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/25182201/LW-PODCAST-US-SPOT.mp3"][/audio] Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss.  Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Erectile dysfunction affects about 50% of men over the age of 40, but what percentage of men seek out help for this issue? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/25133423/LW-HEALTH-UPDATED1.mp3"][/audio] Dr. Brian Loyd joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

The passing of Cathal Coughlan, Bruce Springsteen's return to Ireland and Ed Sheeran's latest collaboration. All of this and more on this week's music spot with John Caddell and Dee Reddy. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/24190955/LW-PODCAST-MUSIC-240522.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

The Archbishop of San Francisco has announced he will no longer allow US house speaker Nancy Pelosi to take communion when she attends mass. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/24180445/LW-PODCAST-US-2405.mp3"][/audio] Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss.  Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.      

Are car advertisements unrealistic to a point that they endanger public health? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/24175425/CAR-ADVERTISING.mp3"][/audio] Dr Lorraine D’Arcy and Jimmy Murphy joined the Last Word to discuss.  Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Clearview AI have been fined 7.5 million pounds for illegally collecting images of people all over the world from a variety of websites and social media platforms. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/24173819/LW-PODCAST-TECH-2405.mp3"][/audio] Andy O'Donoghue joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

It's been two year since the murder of George Floyd. But how much do we know about the man himself? Toluse Olurippina, co-author of the new book 'His Name is George Floyd',  joined the Last Word to discuss.  [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/23192522/GEORGE-FLOYD.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

It's time for TV and Streaming with Joe and Jenn! Yes or no to the new Sally Rooney adaptation? Did 'Derry Girls' final series hit the mark? These and more on our weekly TV and Streaming spot! [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/23190243/LW-PODCAST-TV-2305.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

With the cost of hotels around the country sky rocketing, these days even a staycation won't always save you money. Our travel expert Sarah Slattery joins us this week armed with ten deals for the best staycations available that won't break the bank! [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/23185226/LW-POD-TRAVEL-IRELAND.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button o...

We're fast approaching summer festival season! Does rising costs for organisers mean you'll be paying more for your ticket this year? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/20184852/LW-POD-FESTIVALS.mp3"][/audio] Shane Dunne joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Does anti-Irish sentiment linger in the UK? Jake Daniels is the first active footballer to come out as gay, and a Cork shop has halted the sale of Animal Bars! All of this and more as we're joined by Deirdre O’Shaughnessy and Michael Foley for the week trending.  [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/20173918/LW-POD-WEEK-TRENDING.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the P...

Rent for houses and apartments in Ireland are at all time highs, so why are landlords giving up this enormous income? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/20000037/LW-PODCAST-LANDLORDS1.mp3"][/audio] Margaret McCormick and Rebecca Moynihan joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

It's the massively anticipated TV adaptation of Sally Rooney's first book, 'Conversations With Friends'. Has it lived up to the hype? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/19233858/LW-PODCAST-CONVERSATIONS.mp3"][/audio] Aoife Barry and Grace McKeever joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Is letting your beloved pet roam around outside damaging the environment? John Gibbons says it is, in our weekly environment spot. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/19232902/LW-PODCAST-ENVIRONMENT.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Louise O'Neill is one of Ireland's most accomplished cotemporary novelists. We are delighted to have her join us on the Culture Club this week on the Last Word. Her latest  book is called 'Idol'. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/18195857/LW-PODCAST-CC-18052.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

The craziest trial of the year is coming to a close! [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/18190200/LW-PODCAST-WAGATHA.mp3"][/audio] Jennifer Gannon joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

A Russian soldier pleaded guilty today to shooting a civilian in the first Ukrainian trial over a potential war crime since Russia's invasion. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/18175014/LW-PODCAST-UKRAINE-1805.mp3"][/audio] Bel Trew joined the Last Word to discuss.  Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.    

It is well known that working from home has it's benefits both financially and environmentally.  A new report has taken an in depth look at the extent of these benefits. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/18173823/LW-PODCAST-WFH.mp3"][/audio] Mary Connaughton and John Evoy joined the Last Word to discuss.  Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Another mass shooting has taken place in America, with this particular incident appearing to be racially charged. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/17194652/LW-PODCAST-USA.mp3"][/audio] Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

The cost of hotel rooms in Dublin and other parts of the country have reached extortionate heights. What are the reasons for this? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/17182549/LW-PODCAST-HITEK-ROOMS.mp3"][/audio] Paul Gallagher, Joan Harrington and Ben Finnegan joined the Last Word to discuss.  Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

When investing in home security tech, it's important to know exactly what you're buying. Andy O'Donoghue is back on the Last Word to break down the best products available. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/17181518/LW-PODCAST-TECH-TUESDAY-1705.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.  

Tony Cascarino and Miguel Delaney are back to discuss the weekend's premier league action and Liverpool's win of the FA Cup. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/16185044/LW-PODCAST-SOCCER-1605.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

As the weather continues to improve, so do your options for TV and streaming! [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/16184131/LW-PODCAST-TV-1605.mp3"][/audio] Joe O'Shea and Jennifer Gannon joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.