The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Donald Trump has been heard on tape openly discussing US military secrets at a golf club. 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.

Daniel McConnell, Editor with The Business Post joined The Last Word to take a look at the details of RTÉ's detailed statement on undisclosed payments made to Ryan Tubridy. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

With many people heading off on summer holidays over the next few weeks, how can we best protect ourselves from the threat of mosquito borne diseases while away? 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.

Mayo will face rivals Dublin in a final 8 showdown this Sunday at Croke Park. Ray Silke, Former Galway Footballer, and Martin Carney, Former Donegal & Mayo Footballer joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

A company that issues pre-paid gift cards has had it's electronic money license revoked leaving it unable to financially honour gift cards sold. Lorcan Allen, Business Editor with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Dee Forbes has resigned as Director General of RTÉ in the midst of the ongoing pay crisis. Kate Shanahan, Journalist and Former Head of Journalism at the Technological University of Dublin, and Daniel McConnell, Editor with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Why not take a trip to the northwest of Italy and see the beautiful Cinque Terre? Sarah Slattery joined The Last Word with all of the details. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Will two of the world's richest men really go through with a cage fight? Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

What trends can we expect in the tech industry over the next while? Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

An intense marine heatwave has risen sea surface temperatures to record heights in recent months. Why is this so alarming? John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

It has been confirmed by RTÉ that Ryan Tubridy was paid over €300,000 more than previously disclosed over a 6 year period. Ian Guider joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Is there any way to tackle the massive issue of litter in Dublin City? How will the phasing out of plastic bin bags help? Richard Guiney, CEO of DublinTown, and Janet Horner, Green Party Dublin City Councillor joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Since 1913 Ireland has had a piece of legislation called The Offences Against The State Act. What is it, and does it need to go? Alan Farrell, Fine Gael TD and Justice Spokesperson, and Pa Daly, Sinn Fein TD and Justice Spokesperson joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Energy customers may be facing an unexpected increase in their bills due to expiry on discounted deals. Is there any way to soften the blow? Charlie Weston joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Taylor Swift is coming to Ireland next year to play at the Aviva Stadium. That and much more on our weekly music slot with John Caddell and Dee Reddy. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Heart palpitations are usually harmless, but there are times when you should get yourself checked. Dr. Brian Higgins from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to offer his advice. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Jonathan Dowdall appeared in the Court of Appeal today in relation to his sentencing for facilitating the murder of David Byrne at the Regency Hotel in Dublin in 2016. Frank Greany, Today FM's Courts Correspondent had the latest. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Hunter Biden has agreed to plead guilty to two misdemeanor tax charges. 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.

American college football team Notre Dame Fighting Irish will play the Navy Midshipmen in the Aviva Stadium in August. Nana Osafo-Mensah, Notre Dame Fighting Irish player, joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Author Mark O’Connell has written a book called A Thread Of Violence, based on a number of lengthy conversations with infamous killer Malcolm Macarthur. He joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

President Michael D. Higgins has apologised to Professor Louise Richardson for a "throwaway remark" made while giving his opinion on the Government's International Security Forum. But what are the intentions of this new scheme? Aoife O’Donoghue, Professor of Law at Queen's University Belfast, and Senator Barry Ward of Fine Gael joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

From river cruises to island hopping, Sarah Slattery joined The Last Word to discuss the best cruise holiday offers available! Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Lawrence Donegan, Founder & Editor of McKellar Magazine joined The Last Word to give his predictions and a rundown of the US Open as it reaches it's halfway point. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

A family has been refused permission by An Bord Pleanála to keep a bike shed that was built in their front garden in 2021 over concerns it would be “detrimental'' to the setting of the house and those around it. Sinead O’Carroll, Editor at The Journal.ie, 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.

Today's Irish Times opinion poll has found the public value greater public spending over the prospect of income tax cuts. Pat Leahy, Political Editor with the Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Planning a road trip in the sun? From dashcams to portable coffee makers, Andy O’Donoghue has everything you need to make it as enjoyable as possible! Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

How will Donald Trump's latest indictment affect his 2024 GOP nomination? James Comey, Former Director of the FBI and Author of Central Park West joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

A number of SUVs in South Dublin have had tyres deflated by climate action group The Tyre Extinguishers. John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The Irish Farmers Journal has released its annual Agribusiness report in association with KPMG, which suggests high food prices are not just a short-term issue. Lorcan Roche Kelly, Agribusiness Editor with the Irish Farmers Journal joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Donald Trump appeared in court last night in connection with keeping state documents in his home in Florida. He claims he is innocent. Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Marion McKeone, US correspondent, Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss the significance of the case and the scenes outside the courthouse in Miami. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

It's Men's Mental Health Week this week. The ambassador for the week is none other than David Gillick, the former Olympic athlete. He joined The Last Word to discuss why men need to take care of their mental health. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Should Ireland have an honours system where we recognise excellence among citizens by giving them a special suffix after their name? Senator Michael McDowell and Senator Gerard Craughwell joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Legendary Aslan singer Christy Dignam has passed away today at the age of 63 following a long battle with cancer. Dave Hanratty and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to remember the iconic Irish star. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

According to a new survey, young people's desire to work for tech giants is on the down. Why is this? Samantha McCaughren, Business Editor with the Sunday Independent joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Do we need to develop new pathways for students to reach third-level education outside of the CAO points system? How can we improve upon the already existing options outside of the CAO? Prof David FitzPatrick, President of Technical University Dublin and Paddy Kavanagh, General Secretary with Connect Trade Union joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

It's the hottest day of the year so far, and we should all be taking the proper precautions to stay healthy and cool while enjoying the weather. Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss this, and Conjunctivitis, a common condition that has been on the rise in recent times. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

It really is a blue Monday for Man United fans following a historic weekend for Manchester City. Mark Lawrenson and Miguel Delaney joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Its sun holiday season! Why not take a Spanish road trip? Sarah Slattery joined us with all of the info for The Last Word On Travel! Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Shocking footage of a man whizzing down the M50 on an E-Scooter has led to renewed calls for helmet-wearing to become mandatory for users. Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications for AA Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

What does the future of sport look like after Saudi Arabia's huge deal with the PGA tour? Gavin Cooney, Sportswriter with The42.ie joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

It's been another turbulent week for Prince Harry as his court case against the Mirror Group continues. Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with the Daily Star, and Aoife Barry, Journalist and Broadcaster Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Donald Trump has been indicted for a second time. The former US president has been charged over his handling of classified documents after he left the White House. Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Cyclists in Italy may soon have to take out insurance and have number plates and indicators fitted to bikes. Is it a good idea and could this approach work in Ireland? David Timoney from the Dublin Cycling Campaign joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Over 236,000 children in Ireland are living in poverty according to a new report from the Children’s Rights Alliance. Julie Ahern, Director of Legal, Policy, and Services at the Children's Rights Alliance joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The FAI has shared its vision for what it believes can create a modern and fit-for-purpose football infrastructure and industry, to transform the sport in Ireland. Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with the Irish Daily Star joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Mr. Bean star Rowan Atkinson has some interesting views on electric vehicles, but is there any truth behind them? John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

How can you make your summer swims and time at the beach as enjoyable as possible? Andy O’Donoghue has a few suggestions! Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Will the world water crisis affect your pint of Guinness this summer? Samantha McCaughren, Business Editor with the Sunday Independent joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The ISPCA has launched an urgent national appeal as many of its rescue centres are coming under pressure to keep up with a sharp rise in animal cruelty cases across the country. Dr. Cyril Sullivan, CEO of the ISPCA joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

It is important to be on high alert these days with a worrying rise in financial scams. So how can you avoid the latest wave of scammers? 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.