The Last Word with Matt Cooper

What can we expect tonight from Ireland's Euro 2024 qualifier against World Cup runners-up France this evening at the Aviva Stadium? Lisa Fallon, FIFA High Performance Technical Director and Eamon Dunphy, Host of The Stand podcast joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

It's the highly anticipated return of HBO's hit show Succession! With expectations up, the first episode has set hopes high for the new season. Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Prince Harry appeared in the High Court in London today for a hearing against Associated Newspapers over 'hacking claims'. Nick Ferrari, Presenter of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast, LBC Radio joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

With Easter fast approaching, you may be in the market for a last-minute getaway. Sarah Slattery joined us on The Last Word with the best deals available. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

As we enter the final round of fixtures in the National Football League, Donegal reflect on a disastrous few months. What are the reasons behind the team's weak season? Kieran Cunningham, Marc O’Se and Dick Clerkin joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The CEO of social media platform TikTok has been questioned by US congress over data concerns. What does this mean for the company's future in the US? Edel Coffey, Author and Columnist with the Examiner and Dave Hanratty, Host of the No Encore Podcast joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Two people have been arrested on the suspicion of murder in connection with the discovery of the body of a baby on a beach in Co. Kerry back in 1984. Mary McAuliffe, Historian, Lecturer and Director of Gender Studies at UCD joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Irish superstar Paul Mescal has had an incredible few years and is back on the big screen with his latest starring role in God's Creatures. Is it any good? Brian Lloyd, Movies Editor at entertainment.ie joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Grants for electric cars are to be cut by 30% next month. What will this mean for the future uptake of electric vehicles? John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

It has been said that young adults in Ireland are the country's first generation to be worse off than their parents. But is there a broader perspective for which we can view the wealth of young people in Ireland? Finn McRedmond, Columnist for the Irish Times and Zana Zee Keough, Law and Media student and Journalist joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

QR scams are being used all over the world to trick people into handing over their bank details. Pig butchering scams are targeting victims by offering crypto investments. Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

With the wait time for driving tests increasing to 20 weeks, TDs have stepped in and written to the RSA chief to try and resolve this issue. Geraldine Herbert, motoring editor with the Sunday Independent joins Matt to discuss this in detail. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.

According to Aontu Leader Peader Toibin, Ireland's immigration system is broken and needs to be fixed. Both Peader and the CEO of Doras, John Lannon join Matt for an in-depth discussion. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.

Revolut is set to offer car insurance at a rate 30% cheaper than other insurance companies. Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent joins Matt to explain when, how and why they're doing this alongside other finance topics. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.

A vote will take place tomorrow night on the back of Sinn Féin's motion for an extension of the eviction ban which is due to expire at the end of March. Fianna Fail Senator Lisa Chambers and Matt Shanahan, Independent TD and member of the Regional Independent Group joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

A new Disney+ docuseries has been announced on the life of Ed Sheeran. It promises to look into some deeply personal aspects of the superstar's life from the last few years. John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Will Donald Trump be arrested this week? What are the details behind his allegations? 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.

Vertigo is the sensation of feeling off balance, and of movement when you're not moving at all. What should you do if you feel it come on? Dr. Illona Duffy joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Following Ireland's victory over England to win The Six Nations in Dublin on Saturday, attention has been turned to the World Cup in France this September. How will the team fare this year in comparison to 2019? Cian Tracey, Rugby Writer for the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Netflix's The Crown has had it's share of controversy, and it's latest season which will recreate elements of the night of Princess Diana's death has sparked anger amongst the British press. Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Are Irish banks at risk of getting caught up in this latest global banking crisis? Michael Somers, former Chief Executive of the National Treasury Management Agency joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The popularity of the Algarve as a holiday destination may seem unappealing to some, but Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie has found a list of hidden gems in the region for your perfect sun holiday this year. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The Irish rugby team has only won three Grand Slams in it's history, the last in 2018. It has never been won in Dublin. Will history be made this Saturday? Liam Toland, Matt Williams and Fergus McFadden joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Neil Gaiman is an English writer who has recently had one of his most successful and famous books turned into a stage show. He joined us on The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Sustainable aviation fuel seems to be a promising solution to the environmental issues associated with air travel. But are we anywhere near the age of sustainable flight? John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

How much is too much for a vacuum cleaner? Andy O’Donoghue joined us for Tech Thursday to discuss! Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Stephen Silver has been found guilty of capital murder after shooting detective Garda Colm Horkan back in 2020. This verdict follows two trials at the Central Criminal Court. Today FM Courts Correspondent Frank Greaney joined The Last Word to discuss. Listen to the entire piece by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Tánaiste Micheál Martin has suggested we have turned a corner when it comes to building the houses we need in this country. But is enough being done to fix Ireland's housing issues? Kate English, Director and Head of Real Estate Research with Deloitte, Conor O’Connell, Director of Housing and Planning with the Irish Home Builders’ Association and Frank McDonald, Former Environmental Editor at the Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

With full excise duty on petrol and diesel to be gradually reintroduced from June 1st, it has been reported that rising prices will bring in as much as €700 million for the government over the course of a year. 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.

A new U2 album entitled 'Songs of Surrender' is set to be released on St. Patrick's Day, featuring 40 reimagined and rerecorded songs from their famous back catalogue. John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Joe Biden will be making a potentially lengthy visit to Ireland next month to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement. Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist and Marion McKeone, US Correspondant with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The DSPCA's waiting list for owner surrenders has reached concerning heights, with 848 applications currently in waiting. Gillian Bird, DSPCA spokesperson joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

At least 90% of people will have had chickenpox by the time they are a teenager. So what are the signs to look out for, and what should adults who haven't yet had it do to avoid it? 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.

Ireland's Grand Slam decider takes place this Saturday, with Ireland on course to make history at home. Alan Quinlan and Paul Wallace joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Saturday Night Live have been criticized for a sketch that involved two cast members dressed up as Brendan Gleeson and Colin Farrell, relying on the usual worn out Irish stereotypes for laughs. Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

According to a new survey by Hays Ireland, 95% of Irish professionals say they think a four day working week is a good idea. But will it ever happen? Peter Cosgrove, Managing Director at Futurewise and Kevin Donoghue, Chairperson of Four Day Week Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

It has been announced that Gary Lineker will be returning to his post as presenter of Match Of The Day, with a full review being launched into how presenters at the BBC handle their social media accounts. This follows controversial comments made by Lineker about the British government's new asylum policy. Nick Ferrari, Presenter of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast on LBC Radio joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

It has been announced that Gary Lineker will be stepping away from his role as presenter of Match of the Day, following his controversial tweet criticizing the British government's new asylum policy. Lise Hand and Eoghan Tomas McDermott joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

After a shocking loss to Liverpool at Anfield last weekend, Manchester United are hoping to redeem themselves when they host Southampton this Sunday. Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

It's a big weekend for Irish film with the Oscars taking place in Los Angeles and a record number of Irish hopefuls in attendance. Aoife Barry, Assistant News Editor with the Journal joined us live from LA to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The most anticipated night in Hollywood is only around the corner! The Oscars takes place on March 12th, or in the early hours of March 13th Irish time. With more Irish nominations than ever, will we actually win any awards? Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

A survey has been commissioned by the National Transport Authority that looks into the reality of introducing free public transport in Ireland. John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The Taoiseach has confirmed that there is no change in the plans to end the eviction ban by the end of the month. So what will the Government do to ensure protection for renters, and what can be done to boost the supply of properties? Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The world's most popular music streaming service is changing it's interface to look more like video based social media apps like TikTok. This was announced at Spotify's Stream On event yesterday. Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Following the announcement of the British Government's new asylum policy, sports broadcaster Gary Lineker has controversially compared the move to 1930s Germany. 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.

Today is International Women's Day, with events taking place in Ireland and around the world. But are these events just tokenism and do they mask a level of inequality that still exists? Kitty Holland, Social Affairs Correspondent at The Irish Times and Tanya Sweeney, Feature Writer and Columnist with the Independent joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The Motor Insurers’ Bureau of Ireland have revealed that 1 in 12 cars on Irish roads are uninsured. Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor of the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Enoch Burke's appeal was dismissed by the COA today, leading to chaos amongst the Burke family. All family members were forcibly removed from court and Enoch's brother Simeon Burke has been arrested and charged. Frank Greaney, Courts Correspondent for TodayFM joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Tucker Carlson of Fox News has claimed the events of January 6th in Washington D.C. were 'mostly peaceful chaos' in a segment which depicts a 'peaceful' riot. Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Despite expectations of an extension on the government's eviction ban, it has been decided by cabinet that it will finish as planned at the end of March. Danny McConnell, Political Editor at the Irish Examiner, Louise Bayliss, Campaign Coordinator with Focus Ireland and Ivana Bacik, Labour Party Leader joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.