The Last Word with Matt Cooper
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Check Your Insurance Documents: There Are Lots Of Things Insurers Won't Pay Out For
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor of The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to talk about why you should always keep a close eye on your insurance documents!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Under 16s To Be Banned From Using E-Scooters From Next Week
Regulations are finally coming in for e-scooter use on roads in Ireland. What do these new regulations involve?Aisling Dunne, Head of Policy at Bolt, and Ciaran Cuffe, MEP with the Green Party joined The Last Word to discuss.
Political Candidates Warned Over Threat Of Violence
Political candidates have been warned over a threat of violence while campaigning following a number of incidents in recent days.Cormac O'Keefe, Security Correspondent for The Irish Examiner, and Elaine Dunne, Fianna Fáil Local Election Candidate for Glencullen-Sandyford joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Some Mortgage Holders Paying Over €7,000 Extra Per Year
A new survey suggests some mortgage holders are paying twice as much as others on interest rates.Martina Hennessy, Managing Director of Doddl.ie joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Diabetes Drug Could Reduce Risk Of Heart Attack By 20%
New potential benefits have emerged for users of a certain range of diabetes drugs, which include the well known drug 'Ozempic'. Professor Donal O'Shea, HSE Clinical Lead On Obesity joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Dublin Portal Temporarily Paused
Why has the Dublin-New York Portal been temporarily closed?Brianna Parkins, Columnist with The Irish Times, and Hazel Chu, Green Party Dublin City Councillor joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
How Do We Keep Cyclists And Pedestrians Safe On Our Roads?
While Bike Week is being celebrated, Dr. Damien O'Tuama, National Cycling Coordinator with the Irish Cycling Campaign and An Taisce, and Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor of The Sunday Independent joined The Last Word to discuss a new campaign from Cycling Ireland which hopes to raise awareness on Irish roads.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Legal Age For Tobacco Purchase To Rise To 21
Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly plans to go to cabinet tomorrow to seek approval to raise the minimum legal age of the purchase of tobacco products from 18 to 21.Chris Macey, Director of Advocacy for the Irish Heart Foundation, and Ian O'Doherty, Columnist for The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Motion on Baptism of Children of Unmarried Parents Defeated at Church of Ireland Synod
Why has the Church of Ireland's General Synod voted against a motion to allow all children of unmarried parents be baptised?Canon Gillian Wharton, Rector of Booterstown, Dublin, Church of Ireland, and Professor Patricia Barker, Lay Member of the Church of Ireland Synod joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
May Travel Deals
With the rain making a triumphant return after a blissful weekend, Sarah Slattery is back with some great get-away deals for May!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Ford Reverses Plans To Make Only Electric Vehicles After 2030
Ian Guider joined The Last Word to discuss motoring giant Ford's decision to reverse prior plans to produce only electric vehicles after 2030.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The Week Trending
bonusDublin portal, Netflix lawsuit and Kim Kardashian's waist...Ben Finnegan, TodayFM News Anchor, and Sarah McGuinness, Assistant News Editor for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Should Young Drivers Have Their Speed And Driving Skills Monitored?
Insurance firms are calling for mandatory telematics in the cars of young and inexperienced drivers.Gary McClarty, Director of MCL Insurance Services (Ireland) Limited, and Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor of The Sunday Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Israel Takes Control Of Rafah Crossing
Israel has taken control of the Rafah crossing, Bel Trew, Chief International Correspondent with the Independent joins Matt to discussFor the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Personal Finance: Why We're Addicted To Our Dodgy Boxes
Why are we so addicted to our dodgy boxes and smuggled cigarettes? Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent joins Matt to discussFor the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Bambi Thug - Eurovision
Ireland has qualified in the Eurovision thanks to Bambi ThugRussell Alford, Today FM's Eurovision expert and Dave Hanratty, Host of 'No Encore Podcast' join Matt to discussFor the full podcast click the 'Play' button on this page.
US With Cal And Marion - Stormy Daniels To Be Called As Witness
Stormy Daniels is set to be called as a witness in the latest Trump caseCal Thomas, Nationally syndicated US columnist and Marion McKeone, Us correspondent with The Business Post join Matt to discuss. For the full podcast click the 'Play' button on this page.
Man Jailed For Murder Of 3 Siblings
A man has been jailed for life following the murder of 3 siblings. Frank Greaney, courts correspondent for Today FM joins Matt to discuss. For the full podcast press the 'Play' button on this page.
Last Word On Music: Eurovision
As Bambie Thug is set to take the stage in the first Eurovision heat, John Caddell and Dee Reddy join Matt to discuss the full Eurovision breakdown. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Business News: Three RTE Reports Published This Afternoon
Following the release of 3 RTE reports, Ian Guider from The Business Post joins Matt to discuss these in detail. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Business News: Digital Advertising Takes Over
Just over 960m euro was spent last year on digital advertising bringing it up by another 11%Ian Guider from The Business Post joins Matt to discuss. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
How The State Is Handling Those Seeking International Protection When Entering Ireland
How is the government handling those who are seeking international protection when entering the country? Daniel McConnell - editor of The Business Post, Sinead Gibney Social Democratic candidate and Senator Barry Ward of Fine Gail join Matt to discuss. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
This Is Earth Overshoot Day
Environmental specialist John Gibbons joins Matt to give the full low day on 'This is earth overshoot day'For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page,
Ryan Gosling Stars In The New 'The Fall Guy'
Rylan Gosling stars in the new 'The Fall Guy' movie.Brian Llyod from Entertainment.ie joins Matt to discuss.For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Culture Club: Wallis Bird
Singer and songwriter Wallis Bird joined us this week for The Culture Club!Press the 'Play' button on this page to hear her choices.
Elon Musk Fires Tesla's Supercharger Team
Ian Guider, Columnist for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss Elon Musk's latest exploits.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Amnesty International Says Troubles Legacy Act 'An Affront To Justice'
Why is the new Troubles Legacy Act so controversial?Deirdre Heenan, Professor of Social Policy at Ulster University and Former Member of the Council of State joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Customers To Face Higher Fuel Costs As Carbon Tax Increases
From today carbon tax has increased by €17 annually.Charlie Weston joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Allergies Set To Increase With Climate Change
Sheena Mitchell, Pharmacist and Founder of the Family Health Podcast, Wondercare.ie joined The Last Word to discuss the impact global warming is having on those who suffer from hay fever.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
100 Gardaí To Police Border As Government Says Legislation Will Close Loopholes In Immigration Policy
Emergency legislation has been passed by cabinet today in order to redesignate the UK as a 'safe' country for asylum seekers. What does this mean?Danny McConnell, Editor of The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The Last Word on the US: Dog Killing Story Damages Kristi Noem's Chances At Vice President
Cal Thomas the nationally syndicated US columnist and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent for the Business Post join Matt to discuss Kristi Noem 's campaign to be Trump next Vice President after she revealed in her memoir that she shot her dog.Plus they discuss continued unrest on college campuses in protest of the Israel and Hamas conflict.
Summer Camps Could Cost Up To €1,500 Per Year
Why will children's summer camps cost so much for families this year?Olive Walsh, Provest Financial Advisor joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
70 People Killed On Irish Roads So Far This Year
There have been 70 deaths on Irish roads already this year, which is 17 more than the equivalent period last year.Sarah O'Connor, Director of Partnerships and External Affairs for The Road Safety Authority joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Tensions Growing Over UK and Irish Asylum Plans
Tensions are rising between the Irish and UK Governments over new asylum plans.Nick Ferrari, Presenter of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast on LBC.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Canadian Road Trip
Sarah Slattery from travelexpert.ie joined The Last Word with all of the info you need to take the Canadian road trip of a lifetime!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
UHL Remains The Most Overcrowded A&E
Following the verdict of the inquest into the death of Aoife Johnston at University Hospital Limerick, the hospital's A&E department remains the most overcrowded in the country. Conor Sheehan, Labour Councillor in Limerick, and Conor Deasy, President of the Irish Association of Emergency Medicine joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The Week Trending
Irish Times Columnist Brianna Parkins, and Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training at the Communications Clinic joined The Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories, including Marty Morrisey's latest party offering in Spain!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Kylie Minogue And Calvin Harris To Headline Electric Picnic
John Caddell joined The Last Word to discuss Electric Picnic's huge lineup for this year's summer bash.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Is Páirc Náisiúnta Na Mara, Ciarraí, A Real National Park
Is Ireland's newest national park, Páirc Náisiúnta Na Mara, really a national park, and is it a positive for the environment?John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 Rape Conviction Overturned
Why has infamous Hollywood movie mogul Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape charge been overturned?Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
Coroner Rules Death By Medical Misadventure For Aoife Johnston
Karl Dalton, General Secretary of the Prison Officers' Association joined The Last Word to discuss the verdict of the inquest into the death of Aoife Johnston.Listen by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Streamers, Speakers, And Earbuds- Latest Sound Technology
Andy O'Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss the latest tech to help you enjoy listening to your music!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Culture Club: Orla Comerford
Irish Paralympian, Orla Comerford is supporting Fighting Blindness, and joined us this week for The Culture Club! Visit fightingblindness.ieHear her choices by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Tánaiste Visits Unrwa Refugee Camp In Jordan
Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Michael Martin, joined The Last Word live from Jordan to discuss the ongoing crisis in Gaza, and his experience at a UNRWA refugee camp in Jordan.Listen by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Jeffrey Donaldson Charged With 11 Historical Sex Offences
Former leader of the Democratic Unionist Party, Jeffrey Donaldson has been charged with 11 historical sex offences over a 21 year period.Amanda Ferguson, Journalist based in Belfast, joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Petrol & Diesel Prices Approach €2 A Litre
Charlie Weston, Person Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss the latest news on the costs of energy and fuel in Ireland.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Hozier Is Now The 4th Irish Artist with a US Number One
Hozier is the 4th artist ever to top the US charts with his single "Too Sweet".John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined for The Last Word on Music.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Inlfuencers Warned to Comply with Laws Labelling Content
Ian Guider, columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word with the latest business news.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
GRA Conference Hears of Concerns Policing the Far Right
The Garda Representative Association is holding its annual conference in Mayo. Today it heard concern from members about policing far right protests.Brendan O'Connor, the GRA's outgoing President joined The Last Word.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
"We Failed You..." - Taoiseach Addresses Families of Stardust Victims
Taoiseach Simon Harris made a formal apology in the Dáil today to the families of the victims killed in the Stardust tragedy in 1981.Today FM Reporter Stephanie Rohan and Lisa Lawlor, the daughter of Francis & Maureen who died in the fire joined The Last Word.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.