The Last Word with Matt Cooper

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.

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.

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 by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

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.

Vera Pauw is no longer in charge of the Women's International Team, but has the FAI explained their reasons for sacking the manager?Gavin Cooney from The42.ie joined The Last Word to discuss.

Health insurance in Ireland is about to get more expensive as one provider announced price hikes starting in October.Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Airbnb has published its 2022 Irish economic impact report. The report says Airbnb boosted the Irish economy by €500 million last year.But, it has been met with criticism, some saying it has a negative impact on Ireland.Joining The Last Word was Máire Ní Mhurchú, chairperson, the Irish Self-Catering Federation and Cian O’Callaghan TD, Social Democrats housing spokesperson.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to take a look at the weekend that lies ahead for Ireland's biggest music festival, Electric Picnic.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

How would RTÉ's register of interests work for staff and contractors in the future?Ian Guider, Business Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Will Trump's latest assigned court date help him with the upcoming election?Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

How can we spot and deal with psychosomatic illness and anxiety in our day to day lives?Dr. Brian Higgins joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Liverpool enjoyed an incredible win over Newcastle over the weekend, with only 10 men on the pitch.Mark Lawrenson, Tony Cascarino, and Miguel Delaney joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

A number of Irish people, including at least 3 women in their 30s have died this year as a result of travelling abroad for cosmetic procedures.Priscilla Lynch, Clinical Editor for the Medical Independent, and Professor Helen Heneghan, Consultant Bariatric Surgeon at St. Vincent’s Hospital joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

According to a report written by John Mooney, Crime Correspondent with The Sunday Times, issues have arisen within the Kinahane Cartel between Christy Kinahan Senior and son Daniel Kinahan.He joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page. 

Can we expect a long-awaited drop in energy prices in the coming months?Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent and Adrian Cummins, Chief Executive for the Restaurant’s Association of Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Spain FA Chief won't quit, Presidential mugshot and potential culling of soap stars are just some of the topics covered in this weeks 'Week Trending'Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training, Communications Clinic & Brianna Parkin, Irish Times Columnist join Matt to discussFor the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.

Ireland is set to play in their last rugby world build-up game. Matt Williams joins Matt to discuss. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.

Elon Musk is threatening to get involved in Helen McEntee's hate speech laws and has promised to file legal action to stop it from becoming law. Michael McDowell, independent Senator, former AG and Minister for Justice joins Matt to discuss. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.

With drone technology becoming more and more popular, how is it set to improve our lives in the coming years?Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Do Leaving Cert grading methods need to become tougher to combat the rising levels of university dropouts in recent years?Brian Mooney, Irish Times Education Columnist & Guidance Counsellor, and Bryan O’Mahony, President for Academic Affairs at USI joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

In last night's presidential debate, candidate Vivek Ramaswamy painted a bleak picture of the republican party's future contributions to global climate politics. Sadhbh O’Neill, Coordinator of the Stop Climate Chaos Coalition joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Assistant Commissioner Justin Kelly has said open drug use will surge if laws are liberalised in relation to the availability, consumption and possession of drugs. Dr Garett McGovern, GP specialising in addiction treatment and Medical Director of Priority Medical Clinic in Dundrum joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Wholesale energy prices are falling, but why isn't the consumer seeing a reduction in bills?Ian Guider from The Business Post dropped by for the weekly business slot.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

A shocking statistic has revealed that almost a quarter of Ireland's pubs have closed since 2005.108 pubs closed last year according to an annual survey.John Clendennen, President of the Vintners Federation of Ireland and Independent TD Michael Healy Rae joined The Last Word.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Our weekly money slot with Charlie Weston continues with a twist! This special includes Daragh Cassidy – Head of Communications with Bonkers.ie and Neasa Hourigan – Green Party TD for Dublin Central.Are Irish people getting enough from their banks? The Last Word discusses.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

There has been backlash to the NCT's decision to make their mandatory services cashless. Peadar Toibin, Aontu leader and TD for Meath West, and John Lowe, Financial Advisor, and Author of The Money Doctor joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Will Ireland have to face enormous fines from the EU in 2030 as a result of not meeting climate targets? Noel Cunniffe, Chief Executive at Wind Energy Ireland, and Dr. Muireann Lynch, Senior Research Officer on Energy Economics at ESRI joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Donald Trump has reportedly decided to ditch tomorrow's Republican debate to record an interview with Tucker Carlson. Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

What should you be looking out for to avoid sending a sick child to school this September? 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.

Statements have been released today by both Manchester United FC and Mason Greenwood confirming the player will not return to the club. Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Lucy Letby has received the rare sentence of full life in prison, meaning she will never be released. Tristan Kirk, Courts Correspondent for The Evening Standard in London joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Following the latest in a series of violent events in Dublin city centre, Gardaí plan to meet with local business owners to address ongoing safety concerns. Richard Guiney, Chief Executive at Dublin Town, and Conor Lally, Security and Crime Editor with The Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Have you ever considered going Island hopping in Greece? Sarah Slattery joined The Last Word to chat everything you need to know for the trip of a lifetime. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Mark Lawrenson and Miguel Delaney joined The Last Word to give their predictions for the weekend's biggest football fixtures. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.