The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Are Las Vegas residencies practically retirement homes for musicians? Will this be the case for U2? John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

A Garda who has admitted to coercively controlling his girlfriend while terminally ill has received 3 years and 3 months in prison. Frank Greaney joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

A decision has been made by the government to double fines for motorists who commit unacceptable driving offences. Why is this? Hildegarde Naughton joined the Last Word to dicuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

A new reality dating show is being called a 'Love Island' for middle aged parents. Joe and Grace are back to discuss all of the latest in TV and streaming! Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

News was confirmed at the weekend that legendary Kilkenny senior hurling manager Brian Cody is retiring. But who will take his place? Seamus Hickey and John McIntyre joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Should employers be offering paid compassionate leave for the death of a pet? Becky Bristow, executive director of Dogs Trust joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

You may think it impossible to book a last minute holiday abroad at this time of the summer, but our travel expert Sarah Slattery is armed as always with some great holiday deals for the month of August. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Kerry V Galway.. Who do you think has it? Marc O’Se, Peter Canavan, Paul Earley and Barry Cahill join Matt to talk it out. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Is cattle reduction the answer to our environmental problems? John Gibbins joins Matt in studio to discuss just that. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Author Patrick Radden Keefe joins Matt to discuss his new book 'Rogues' true stories about grifters, killers, rebels and crooks. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Daisy Edgar-Jones of Normal People fame is now starring in the movie adaptation of much loved book 'Where The Crawdads Sing'. Despite the book having it's own massive cult following, is the movie any good? Roe McDermott joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

We are delighted to be joined on the Last Word by author Louise Kennedy. Her fantastic debut novel is called 'Trespasses'. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

A varicose vein is a blood vessel that has become enlarged and often forms in the legs. What is the cause of this and what should you be watching out for? Dr. Ilona Duffy joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

What are the consequences of Ukrainian exports being blocked and reduced massively as a result of the war? Bel Trew and Lara Marlowe joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

We were joined on the Last Word for an extensive interview by Tánaiste Leo Varadkar to discuss climate change, inflation and more. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

It's time to go to the US for all of the latest with Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone, from controversial speeches by royalty to climate change action and more. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

With plans in place to reduce emissions around the country, could families be forced to give up their second car if targets are not met? Professor Peter Thorne and Geraldine Herbert joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

It's easy to find yourself unprepared for hot weather in Ireland, so Andy O'Donoghue joins us this week with his picks for the best tech to keep you cool during the heatwave! Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

New albums from Jack White and Lizzo, and lots more music news with Dee Reddy and John Caddell on this week's Last Word On Music. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

A new movie on Prince Andrew, and a show on how to design a sex room. Joe O’Shea and Grace McKeever joined the Last Word to discuss the latest in TV and streaming. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

A fantastic summer read has been released co-written by David McDonald and Mick Clifford called 'Unlocked : An Irish Prison Officer's Story' which takes a deep dive into the internal history of the Irish prison system. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

We're having some of the hottest weather on record here in Ireland, but it's still not as high as what's being recorded in the UK and mainland Europe. Nick Ferrari, Cathal Nolan and Suzanne Lynch joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

With an array of issues going on at Dublin Airport these days, is there a way you can avoid lost luggage? Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

One of the biggest events in Irish sport is nearly upon us, as defending champions Limerick take on Kilkenny in the All-Ireland senior hurling final this Sunday. Jamesie O’Connor and Seamus Hickey joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Michael Flatley's delayed and highly anticipated directorial debut, and Florence Pugh's outfit controversy. These and the other stories trending this week on the Week Trending with Roe McDermott and Kieran Cunningham. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

With exceptional weather forecast for this weekend, how can you ensure your pet is safe during the heatwave? Vet Tim Kirby joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

With one of the biggest days in the Irish sporting calendar approaching, we've decided to do an in depth preview analysis of this years All-Ireland hurling final match up. John McIntrye and Fergal Hartley joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

With temperatures predicted to hit 32 degrees by Monday, how can you best avoid heatstroke? Dr. Ilona Duffy joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

The latest adaptation of Jane Austin's 'Persuasion' goes straight to Netflix this week. Is it any good? Brian Lloyd joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Temperatures are reaching record highs across Europe. How dangerous and significant is this? John Gibbons joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Following on from the 11th of July bonfires in Northern Ireland, troubling images have arisen showing the burning of effigies of a number of politicians. Amanda Ferguson joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

The number of bags being lost coming into Dublin airport every day has risen significantly. Why is this? Eoghan Corry joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

A survey released by the Irish Banking Culture Board has indicated the public's trust in the banks remains low more than ten years after the financial crash. Charlie Weston joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

It's been a fantastic year for music, and Dave Hanratty and Dee Reddy are back to break down a list of Ireland's top 200 most listened to songs so far! Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Is there a push happening against Joe Biden running for a second term? Cal and Marion joined the Last Word to discuss this alongside all of the other of the big stories from the US this week Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

The biggest events in online shopping, 'Amazon Prime Day' has arrived! Andy O’Donoghue joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Brian McDonald is an Irish man suffering the consequences of Russian sanctions as a result of mistaken identity. He joined the Last Word today to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Meta is a company that is used to it's fair share of controversy when it comes to data, however one of it's data centres is causing data related trouble in a different way, through energy use. Mick Clifford and Brendan O’Sullivan joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Another legendary actor of the gangster genre has passed away, and an old Love Island favourite is re-entering the villa. All of this and more on our weekly TV and streaming spot with Joe O’Shea and Grace McKeever. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

During Lisa Smith's sentencing trial today, the Dublin court heard that she was in an extremely vulnerable state and 'treated like a servant' during her time as a member of the so called Islamic State. Frank Greaney joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

A potential dream holiday destination, we're going to the Maldives this week for the Last Word on travel . Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Solo travel is on the rise with the number of people opting to go it alone at an all time high. But what are the best options for a solo traveler on a solo budget? Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

After Boris Johnson's indication of his intent to step down, the question is who will replace him? Phillip Blond and Anne McElvoy joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

This week has been carnage in the UK with resignations flying left right and centre! This and all of the other stories that made headlines during the week on the Week Trending with Aoife Barry and Michael Foley Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

A €400 million scheme has been launched today in an attempt to bridge the financial gap for renters trying to secure a mortgage to buy a home. Is this enough to make a difference? Minister for Housing, Daragh O’Brien joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Is animal free meat the next big step for sustainably produced food products? John Gibbons joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

It's been suggested that more than half of the people attending greyhound racing are either involved in the sport as owners, trainers and book makers, or have received free tickets to attend. Can government funding still be justified with falling attendance? Dearbhla O’Brien, CEO of Greyhound Racing Ireland joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

It can be easy to take sun protection less seriously than we should in Ireland, however it is extremely important that we protect ourselves against skin cancer. Dr. Ilona Duffy joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

Minister for Education Norma Foley joined the Last Word to discuss the new package to help support parents with back to school costs, but which parents will be eligible? Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.

There have been more than 160 personal injury claims made in the last two years as a result of dog attacks. What steps should you take as a dog owner to protect yourself in the event of such a case? Tim Kirby and Liam Crowley joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.