The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Frank Greaney, Courts Correspondent with Today FM, has the latest on the sentencing of Jonathan Dowdall and his father Patrick Dowdall for facilitating the murder of David Byrne at the Regency Hotel in 2016. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The mother of jailed teacher Enoch Burke was removed from court today after interrupting proceedings. Frank Greaney joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

It's a huge match up this weekend in the Premiere League, with Liverpool playing host to Manchester City. How are Liverpool's chances looking? Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Climate protest at the London National Gallery, controversial football celebrations and much more on the Week Trending with Brianna Parkins and Dave Hanratty. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

When it comes to discussing climate change, everyone has an opinion! But often dangerous myths and misconceptions are thrown around. John Gibbons joined the Last Word to debunk some popular climate myths we hear on a daily basis. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

A new biographical film about the life and times of writer Emily Brontë is being released this week starring Emma Mackey of 'Sex Education' fame. Brian Lloyd joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Dry eyes are extremely common and a source of discomfort for many people. But what causes this issue and how can it be treated? Dr. Brian Higgins joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

A welcomed last minute reversal on the decision to move Ukrainian refugees from Co. Kerry to Co. Mayo has been made by the Government. Niall Kelleher and Angie Gough joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Apologies have been made on behalf of the Republic of Ireland women's soccer team after a video surfaced on social media containing song lyrics referencing the IRA during their world cup qualifying celebrations. Sinead O’Carroll joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

A new pension auto-enrolment scheme is in the works for those without a private or occupational pension in place. Charlie Weston joined the Last Word to answer the many listener queries sent in about the new scheme. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Disgraced former film producer Harvey Weinstein is back in court to face trial for multiple charges of sexual misconduct, despite currently serving a 23 year sentence for previously convicted offenses. Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Well known British television presenter Adrian Chiles joined the Last Word today to discuss his new book, 'The Good Drinker : How I Learned To Love Drinking Less'. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Kanye West has been suspended from Twitter and Instagram after the latest in a long string of controversies for the hip-hop artist and entrepreneur. Dee Reddy and John Caddell joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Why may Artificial Intelligence used for job recruitment not be as 'intelligent' as we once thought? Andy O’Donoghue joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The idea of a first time Ski holiday can be daunting, so Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word with her best advice and recommendations for first time Skiers. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Beloved Irish actor Brendan Gleeson hosted the long running American comedy show 'SNL' over the weekend, with an appearance from popular co-star Colin Farrell. How was his performance, and did it translate well to the American audience? Joe O’Shea and Sarah McGuinness joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Are Liverpool at crisis point after their loss to Arsenal over the weekend? Mark Lawrenson joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' on this page.

About 750,000 people in Ireland are without a private or occupational pension, and will depend on support from the state pension. A new auto-enrollment pension scheme is in the works which will support workers in such a position. Charlie Weston joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Many people are facing potential eviction this year due to the rise in bills, rent and other costs. Will the Government introduce an eviction ban? Pat Davitt and Wayne Stanley joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Royal visits to Northern Ireland, and odd toilet behaviour off the coast of the republic. Edel Coffey and Damien McLoughlin joined the Last Word to discuss The Week Trending. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

It's a big weekend of Premiere League fixtures with Arsenal hosting Liverpool, and Southampton taking on Manchester City. Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

What is the background story behind the polarizing figure of Mary Lou McDonald? Shane Ross joined the Last Word to discuss his new book 'Mary Lou McDonald, Republican Riddle'. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

A documentary about Sinead O'Connor's life and views has been released entitled 'Nothing Compares'. Brian Lloyd and Roe McDermott joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Should taxis be completely banned from bus lanes? John Gibbon joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

When it comes to constipation in children, what is normal and what should you keep an eye out for? Dr. Brian Higgins joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

With increasing evidence to show the risks of serious injury and neurodegenerative brain disease for rugby players, is it time we changed the game in the interest of player safety? Prof Matthew Campbell and Dr. Barry O’Driscoll joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Renowned journalist Marina Hyde joined us on the Last Word to discuss the crazy times we are living through, as well as her new book 'What Just Happened'. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

For potentially 150,000 people driving a company car, a new 'benefit-in-kind' tax has been introduced based on the amount of miles driven a year. Charlie Weston joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Elon Musk has landed himself in trouble with Ukraine after strange 'Trump-like' tweets. Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Lindsey Buckingham has become the latest popular artist to cut a tour short. Zara Hedderman and John Caddell joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

From 2024 all mobile phones in the EU will use USB-C. Andy O’Donoghue joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

As conversations on the topic become more common, is the prospect of a United Ireland becoming inevitable? Neale Richmond, Frances Black and Louise O’Reilly joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Was Manchester City's fantastic performance this past weekend a sign they will dominate the premiere league? Miguel Delaney joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Taking a pet on holiday can be tricky. How can you take an animal away and ensure they are safe, happy and healthy? Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Former Sinn Fein councilor Jonathan Dowdall was due to stand trial for murder, however his situation has changed following an agreement with the Director Of Public Prosecutions. Conor Gallagher joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Deborah Somorin joined The Last Word to discuss her experience being homeless at the age of 13, before going on to access third-level education and her ideas for student accommodation for families. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

This weekend sees the return of the premier league, with North London derbies and a Manchester derby on the horizon. Tony Cascarino and Mark Lawrenson joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page. The Last Word on Sport - With Carlsberg Official beer partner of the FAI Probably the best partnership in the world Get the facts. Be drinkaware. Vist drinkaware.ie

One of the biggest stories of the week was the controversial statement made by Russian President Vladimir Putin following his annexation of four Ukrainian provinces. A Dublin Pub has also offered a discount for customers who wear their coat in an attempt to save money on energy! Lise Hand and Mark Paul joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing play on this page.

Something we often overlook is the importance of having good gut health! But where should you start? Dr. Brian Higgins joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

12 bookshops across the country have been longlisted for the ‘An Post Bookshop of the Year’ category at this year’s An Post Irish Book Awards, the annual literary event that celebrates and promotes Irish writing and authors to the widest range of readers possible. The list is as follows: · Kerr’s Bookshop, Clonakilty, Cork · Philip’s Bookshop, Mallow, Cork · Charlie Byrne’s Bookshop, Middle Street, Galway · Waterstones, Drogheda, Louth · Tertulia, Westport, Mayo · Liber, Sligo · Bridge Street Books, Wicklow · Chapters Bookstore, Parnell Street, Dublin · Books at One LetterFrack, Letterfrack, Connemara, Galway · Bridge Books, Dromore, County Down · Books on the Green, Sandymount, Dublin · Genius Juniors, Online Bookshop What is the next step toward deciding Ireland's bookshop of the year? Aoife Roantree, Sinead Moriarty and Tomas Kenny joined the Last Word to discuss.

With International Recovery Day taking place tomorrow, Pauline McKeown, CEO of Coolmine Therapeutic Community and Danny Moore, former client of Coolmine joined the Last Word for an uplifting discussion on addiction recovery. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

With mixed reactions to budget 2023, how did environmental issues fare in the Government's spending? John Gibbons joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

According to Social Justice Ireland, the €11 billion that was spent in yesterday's budget has been distributed unfairly. Michelle Murphy, research and policy analyst at Social Justice Ireland, and Jennifer Carroll MacNeill, Fine Gael TD and spokesperson for Equality joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Charlie Weston joined us this week for a personal finance special, answering your questions about Budget 2023. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

What do the opposing parties of our Government think of the choices made for Budget 2023? Ged Nash and Matt Carthy joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

What has the reaction of businesses been like to Budget 2023? Neil McDonnell, Lisa Eccles, Paul Gallagher and Mary Conway joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

After a number of historic and unprecedented years which have affected the Irish economy massively, Paschal Donohoe joined the Last Word to discuss navigating Budget 2023 as Minister for Finance. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Today was Ireland's long awaited Budget day, but what are the details? Ian Guider, Nancy Fallon and Daniel McConnell joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Amongst all of the economic uncertainty, is there some good news emerging from the housing market? Karl Deeter joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Why is a Chinese intelligence unit operating on Capel Street in Dublin, independent of the Chinese embassy? John Mooney joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.