The Last Word with Matt Cooper

The week trending this week features topics like that Virgin Radio interview with Ryan Tubridy, the infamous Wofe Tones' record-breaking gig at Electric Picnic and Jordan Henderson's move to Saudi Arabia. Author Edel Coffey and Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent with the Irish Examiner joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The European Commission is concerned about nitrates' impact on the environment, thus they're introducing limits. This will affect the national herd in Ireland, causing anger among farmers. Pat McCormack, President of the Irish Creamery and Milk Suppliers Association, and Sinéad O'Brien from the Sustainable Water Network joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' bu...

The Minister for Justice has announced a plan for Dublin City in a bid to make it a safer place. But will Community Safety Wardens Work? Social Democrats TD Gary Gannon and Richard Guiney, CEO of Dublin Town joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Matt Caught up with a mother of 5 who took over her late husbands family business after he sadly passed away. This is an extract from Magnified podcast with Vicki O’Toole, MD of JJ O’Toole Limited. For the full chat check out Matts 'Magnified' podcast over on the GoLoud App.

Would you welcome a human like robot into your home? Andy O' Donoghue, tech journalist joins matt to discuss. for the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.

A cut of 10% in the standard unit rate of electricity is on the way. Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post joined Matt to discuss. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.

With the World Cup about to kick off, we're continuing on with our coverage! Simon Zebo - Munster & former Ireland international joins Matt to discuss. for the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.

Zoe Kavanagh, CEO of the National Dairy Council joined The Last Word to discuss suggestions that the organisation is impersonating a government run agency. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

As the Irish rugby team gear up for their 2023 World Cup campaign, legend of the game Brian O'Driscoll joined The Last Word to discuss the boys in green's chances of taking home the trophy! Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Will a reduction in Irish speed limits help to lower the rising number of deaths on our roads? Seamus Boland, Chief Executive at Irish Rural Link, and Blake Boland, Head of Communications with the AA joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The Rugby World Cup kicks off this Friday with hosts France taking on 3 time winners New Zealand. Brent Pope, Rugby Television Analyst joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.  

Is there any validity behind Republican calls for the impeachment of US President Joe Biden? Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

What causes a concussion and what should you be on the look out for when it comes to children and young adults? Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Richie Sadlier, Ex-Footballer and Psychotherapist joined The Last Word to discuss his 2 part series on RTE: ‘Let’s Talk About Sex’. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.  

If you're on the hunt for a travel deal this month, look no further as Sarah Slattery joined us today with her top September picks! Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Miguel Delaney joined The Last Word to break down the ongoing issues at Manchester United FC, further exasperated by their loss to Arsenal this past weekend. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Are the Government on top of reaching our climate targets? Friends of the Earth have released a report which suggests they could do better. Dr. Cara Augustenborg, Chair of Report by Friends of the Earth joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Today on The Last Word we were joined by a panel of experts to discuss what the world of work will look like in the future, in a two part special. Maeve McElwee, Director of Employer Relations with IBEC, Ciaran Nugent, Economist with Nevin Research Institute, and Kevin Empey, Founder of Work Matters, Future of Work Consulting and Training Firm joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat b...

Mark Lawrenson joined The Last Word ahead of Arsenal's Premier League match up against Manchester United this Sunday. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

12 people have died on Irish roads since last Friday, with 125 fatalities in total this year. Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD for Kerry, and Blake Boland, Head of Communications for the AA joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Global fast food chain Burger King are facing legal action over the size of their flagship burger The Whopper. Ian Power, CEO of Spunout, and Aoife Barry, Journalist, Broadcaster and Author of Social Capital joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Keith Duffy is facing a new challenge for charity, in Africa! Keith Duffy, and Paul Byrne from BodyByrne Fitness joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Is it the end of the road for 'dodgey box' users? Elaine Burke, Journalist and Host of the For Tech Sake Podcast joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.  

Finance Minister Michael McGrath has asked banks to outline possible support networks for mortgage holders facing high interest rates. Ian Guider, Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Journalist and author Jennifer O'Leary joined The Last Word to discuss her new book, The Padre: The True Story of the Irish Priest who armed the IRA with Gaddafi’s Money. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.