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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A podcast hosted by Matt Cooper featuring intimate, in-depth and insightful interviews with guests from across the worlds of entertainment, business, sports, politics and more. Audiences are long familiar with Matt’s skill as an interviewer through his radio and TV work. Now for the first time, his podcast offers him (and his guests) the opportunity to chat more personally than we’ve heard before. It’s a Matt Cooper interview, magnified.
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Matt Cooper is joined in conversation by some of the biggest names in Irish sport to discuss the events, the people and the moments that inspired them in their sporting lives.
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Hosted by Real Estate Entrepreneur, Matt Cooper, the Rags To Riches Podcast shares inspiring stories from some of the world’s most relentless influencers, entrepreneurs, and experts. Find out what it really takes to make it BIG as an Entrepreneur regardless of how young you may be. Tune in each week for a new episode on Rags To Riches!
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Where should you be jetting off to? Sarah Slattery has all the best deals on the market for your next summer break!
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The State is due to spend €1.5bn annually on defence by 2028, but should that figure be increased? According to Fine Gael TD & Minister of State for European Union Affairs and Defence Jennifer Carroll MacNeill, it should. She and People Before Profit - Solidarity TD Mick Barry joined Matt to discuss the idea. Press ‘Play’ on this page to hear the c…
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Avril Copeland is a remarkable individual who has led an adventurous and multifaceted life. Hailing from Dublin, Ireland (her father is none other than legendary tailor Louis Copeland), Avril played international hockey for Ireland and worked in the country music business in Nashville and developed a passion for adventure racing, where she raced se…
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Matt is joined by James Lawless, the new Minister for State at the Department of Transport. The Junior Minister is on to speak about Drew Harris’ recommendation for graduated penalty points How can the Department deal with rising road deaths? Hit ‘play’ to find out more
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The government has announced that a ban on XL bully dogs will be implemented in two phases from October 2024 and February 2025. Matt spoke to Fianna Fáil senator Erin McGreehan and Martina Kenny from My Lovely Horse Rescue about the decision. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the discussion.…
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Have businesses successfully adopted the 4 day working week? Are there really any benefits for businesses? Matt speaks to Margaret Cox the Director of ICE Group and Peter Cosgrove the MD for Futurewise about the benefits and pitfalls of scheme.
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Nelofer Pazira-Fisk, documentary-maker and author discusses Night of Power, The Betrayal of the Middle East, written by her late husband, Robert Fisk
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John Gibbons is with us for The Last Word on the Environment. Trump is looking likely to win the US election in November, so what will that mean for climate change and environmental protection? Some good news; Ireland managed to reduce its carbon emissions by almost 7% last year. A fire at the world's biggest wetland is spreading, but how will that…
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Andy O'Donoghue is with us to discuss the big Summer tech products. Carry-on luggage is getting an upgrade, now you can charge your phone with your carry-on bag, The Pocket Talk S Translator is here to save you from awkward moments abroad, To hear all this and more press 'play' now.
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With the planned release of Roscommon woman Tori Towey, International human rights lawyer David Haigh joined The Last Word to discuss the real dangers of Dubai.
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Sarah McGuinness has this week’s business news. Are first time buyers getting choosing variable or fixed rate mortgages? We get an update on the Aer Lingus pay dispute. Hit 'play' and find out the latest in Irish business news
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Playwright Enda Walsh is the latest inductee into the Culture Club, where he picked his favourite music, TV, films, books and loads more. Click the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear his choices.
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Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae talks about his impassioned plea in the Dáil yesterday, where he said 'derogatory' images of his late mother were put online. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button below.
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Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone join Matt to discuss Biden's call into MSNBC to stop rumours that he is stepping down. Could he be replaced? And if so, by who?
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Nicki Minaj turned up nearly 90 minutes late to her gig at Malahide Castle and only performed a 45 minute set. Fans are outraged and calling for refunds Dee Reddy and Dave Hanratty join Matt to give us the inside scoop.
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