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The Last Word with Matt Cooper

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On Ireland's most cutting edge current affairs show, Matt and his guests provide a running stream of intelligent opinions and heated debates on the issues that matter most to Irish listeners. You might not always agree, but you'll never want to miss a Word.

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  • Friday · 24 min

    Last Word on Sport: Manchester Derby Takes Centre Stage

    This Week on The Last Word on Sport, Dion Fanning and Tony Cascarino preview the weekend’s Premier League action. They discuss Sunday’s Manchester Derby, the upcoming Irish squad announcement and more Hit Play on this page to listen now

  • Friday · 14 min

    Kai Mark & Susan Goldmark On The Man Who Shaped Trump

    Kai Mark and Susan Goldmark join Matt to talk about one of the most significant figures in Donald Trump's life. Their new book American Scoundrel, Roy Cohn’s Journey From Joe McCarthy To Donald Trump tells his story. Hit Play on this page to listen now

  • Friday · 20 min

    The Week Trending: AI Warning, Sadie Sink AD & Musk Documentary

    This week on The Week Trending Matt is joined by writer and contributor to the Irish Times and Hot Press Roe McDermott and Irish Independent podcast producer, and host of No Encore podcast Dave Hanratty. They discuss the the new Sadie Sink ad, a stark warning about the future of AI and more Hit Play on this page to listen now

  • Friday · 22 min

    Eyewitness Accounts of 9/11 25 Years Later

    Paul McCormack, a retired deputy inspector with the NYPD and Marion McKeone tell their stories of being in New York on the day the World Trade Centre was attacked. Paul recounts sending his colleagues in Precinct 41 to the World Trade Centre as rescue efforts began. He talks about the arduous task of searching through the debris, and the long term affects of that day on his life, and the lives of thousands of others. Marion McKeone remembers the immediate after shocks and disbelief of the attacks and the noise, chaos and panic of the towers collapsing. Marion talks about the thousands of people, covered in yellow dust as they walked away. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

  • Thursday · 13 min

    Movies: Oasis: Don't Look Back In Anger

    The much-anticipated Oasis documentary 'Don't Look Back In Anger' hit the big screen this week, delving into the reconciliation of brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher and the stadium tour that followed in 2025. Cara O'Doherty reviews it, as well as 'Pressure' and 'Everybody Digs Bill Evans' on The Last Word's movies slot. Hit the 'Play' button on this page to hear the chat.

  • Thursday · 9 min

    The Last Word on The Environment: Joint Hottest August Ever

    This week on The Last Word on the Environment John Gibbons joins Matt to discuss the joint hottest ever month of August. They also discuss Minister for Climate Daragh O’Brien’s comments and more Hit Play on this page to listen now

  • Thursday · 12 min

    Tech Thursday: The Best Smart Speakers On The Market

    Andy O'Donoghue speaks to Matt on The Last Word to take a look at the best smart speakers on the market, and what features you should look out for when buying one. Hit the 'Play' button on this page to hear the piece.

  • Wednesday · 31 min

    Culture Club: Kyla Cobbler

    Cork comedian Kyla Cobbler is the latest inductee into The Last Word Culture Club. Kyla talks to Matt about her memoir Happy,Thank You, More Please and her rise to fame during Covid. She also talks through her favourite music, books, TV and more. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

  • Wednesday · 14 min

    The Real Nigel Farage By John Sweeney

    Journalist John Sweeney joins Matt to talk about his new book The Real Nigel Farage: The Would-Be Prime Minister On Trial. They discuss whether the Reform leader is the ‘pound shop Donald Trump’ Hit Play on this page to listen now

  • Wednesday · 13 min

    GAA Representatives Insist The Association Is “Not Ready” For Integration

    On Tuesday, Mary McAleese announced her decision to step down from her position as chair of the Steering Group on Integration, which was overseeing the merging of the GAA, the LGFA and the Camogie Association. So, what now for the future of the plan, which the GAA insists won’t be completed by the 2027 deadline? Colm Keys, GAA Correspondent with the Irish Independent and Fine Gael senator Evanne Ní Chuilinn speak to Matt on The Last Word. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the piece.

  • Tuesday · 17 min

    The Last Word on the US: 25 Years Since 9/11

    This week on The Last Word on the US, Cal Thomas and Marione McKeone bring us all the latest news fro stateside including looking ahead to the 25th anniversary of 9/11. Hit Play on this page to listen now

  • Tuesday · 12 min

    Govt Urged To Attend Trial Of Irishman Accused Of Criminal Damage To Israeli Arms Factory In Germany

    Mimi Tatlow Golden, mother of Daniel Tatlow Devally, speaks to Matt ahead of her son's trial. Daniel has been detained in Germany since September 2025, along with four other activists after an alleged break-in at an Elbit Systems defence factory in the German City of Ulm. Daniel was denied bail as he was considered a flight risk. Campaigners are calling for an independent observer to attend the trial in Ulm. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

  • Tuesday · 9 min

    Over a Fifth of Adults in Ireland are Obese

    22% of Irish adults are considered obses according to new figure from the European Commission. HSE National Clinical Lead for Obesity Professor Donal O’Shea joins Matt to discuss what these figures mean Hit Play on this page to listen now

  • Monday · 14 min

    Katie Taylor’s Final Fight Draws 1.6m Viewers

    On Monday, RTE released its viewing figures for Katie Taylor’s fight vs Flora Pili at Croke Park, with her final bout reaching a peak audience of 1.6million people. Elaine Burke, Joe O’Shea and Kate Henshaw speak to Matt on The Last Word’s TV & Streaming slot. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the piece.

  • Monday · 11 min

    Solicitors Row Pushes Court Cases Back

    Conor Hanly, law lecturer at the University of Galway and Eoghan O’Sullivan, partner with Powderly Solicitors, discuss the implications of the continuing strike by solicitors who've left the free legal aid registry over changes to the structure of payments. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

  • September 4 · 13 min

    Katie Taylor Wraps Up Her Career At Croke Park

    Katie Taylor will wrap up an incredible boxing career this Saturday at a sold-out Croke Park. Gavan Casey, sportswriters with the 42.ie, joins The Last Word to look ahead to Taylor's farewell fight against French boxer Flora Pili. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

  • September 4 · 27 min

    The Last Word On Football: Former Ref Mike Dean Slammed After 'Secret Games' Comment

    Former referee Mike Dean landed in hot water this week after he said on a podcast that he used to entertain himself by playing games with other officials during matches 'as a laugh'. Dion Fanning and Tony Cascarino join The Last Word to discuss whether the 'cult of the referee' has gone too far. They also look ahead to the weekend's Premier League games with Arsenal hosting Chelsea the pick of the bunch. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

  • September 4 · 19 min

    The Week Trending: EP Waste, Decolonising World Maps & The Traitors Geoblocking

    Emma Nolan, presenter of Spin Breakfast, and Lorcan Nyhan, head of training at the Communications Clinic, join The Last Word for The Week Trending. They chat about waste at Electric Picnic, efforts to decolonise the world map, and complaints that viewers in Northern Ireland can't watch The Traitors Ireland on RTÉ Player. Hear all that and more by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

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