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The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Today FM
Ireland
Donald Trump
Iran
World Cup
Climate Change
Artificial Intelligence
United States
RTÉ
Gaelic Football
Israel
European Union
Dublin, Ireland
Immigration
Kevin Keegan
Gianni Infantino
Jeffrey Donaldson
Dublin
E-Scooters
Daniel Kinahan
Cork

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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Residents of Killarney, Co Kerry were caught by surprise on Thursday night when torrential downpours led to "chaos" in the town.

Mayor of Killarney John O’Donoghue joins The Last Word to discuss what happened and the extent of the clean-up operation... more

Brian Lloyd joins The Last Word for the weekly movie slot with three new releases to review: Ridley Scott’s post-apocalyptic thriller 'The Dog Stars', the explicit (and very funny) comedy 'I Want Your Sex', and the high-concept rom-com 'One Night Onl... more

UK citizens will be told to stock up on some food types in order to ensure they’re prepared for national emergencies.

Should that be something that’s implemented here in Ireland?

Commentator John Gibbons speaks to Matt on The Last Word.

Hit the ‘P... more

AI is transforming health tracking from a collection of raw numbers into a personal coach. By analysing heart rate, sleep stages, and skin temperature, these tools translate biometric data into fitness plans.

Andy O'Donoghue runs through the best of... more

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Dave Hanratty
Business and media commentator
TheJournal.ie / independent media
Episode: The Week Trending: Cork Buskers Targeted, Mark Zuckerberg’s Castle & The Return of the Train Trolley
Gil Durán
Author of The Nerd Reich, Silicon Valley Fascism and the War on Democracy
Author, Commentator on tech fascism
Episode: The Nerd Reich: Silicon Valley Fascism And The War On Democracy
Gill Perdue
writer and dance teacher
Episode: Culture Club: Gill Perdue
Jerry Kennelly
Executive producer of the documentary The Healy Raes, Blood, Sweat and Tears
RT (Television) / Documentary Producer
Episode: New Doc Goes Behind The Scenes Of The Healy Rae's Bitter Fallout
Tom Finegan
Chair of the Iona Institute, researcher on church baptisms
Iona Institute
Episode: Fall In Baptisms Could Have Huge Impact On Schools & GAA Clubs
Emily Felix
Living with Friedrich's ataxia and advocate for drug reimbursement
Advocate for Friedrich's ataxia patients
Episode: Friederich's Ataxia Sufferers Call On HSE To Approve Drug They Say Would Transform Their Lives
Rachel O'Donnell
Owner, Hi-B Pub Cork
Hi-B Pub Cork
Episode: Should Loud Phone Calls & Videos Be Banned In Public?
Paddy Duffy
TV producer
Week Trending
Episode: Should Loud Phone Calls & Videos Be Banned In Public?
Dr. Sarah Sartori
Universities of Sanctuary representative at South East Technical University
South East Technical University
Episode: Palestinian Students Have Visa Applications Rejected

Hosts

Matt Cooper
Host of The Last Word, central figure in most episodes, with a long-running role in Irish media
Danny McConnell
Host and audience-facing presenter, often filling in for Matt Cooper and contributing to segments including personal finance

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 575 ratings
  • Love Matt Cooper

    In general, I absolutely love this show and Matt Cooper is a fantastic host. The only negative - and it’s a big one - is Cal Thomas. It baffles me as to why Today FM platform such a right wing Trumpian bigot who uses every opportunity to ‘other’ anyone not from the ‘West’ as cave dwelling bombers. He is absolutely disgusting and is a blight on the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    YerOne73
    Australiaa month ago
  • John Gibbins

    He is an absolute tool 🙄

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Big Mikey 1
    Ireland3 months ago
  • Cut the ads!

    I’m giving one star because although I like listening to most of the content when I tried to listen to a 20 minute podcast I had to give up after 6 ads! There aren’t that many ads in a podcast that’s an hour long! A radio show shouldn’t need all this advertising on their segments from the show. I didn’t even make it to the end and I wouldn’t be surprised if there were more. Very disappointing Today FM!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Musicmas9
    Ireland9 months ago
  • Covid clown

    Remember this presenter during the scam demic

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    thatonedinosaur
    Irelanda year ago
  • Update podcasts faster

    I like the content but the segments are either updated irregularly or not at all. I often miss them live but try to catch them later on the pod and a lot of the time they’re just not there

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    AdamConnaughton
    Irelanda year ago

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High-quality coverage on current affairs with credible guest insights and clear host guidance.
Guests deliver sharp, informed commentary; dynamic banter keeps debates lively.
Some listeners seek quicker podcast updates and more balanced perspectives.
Engaging host with strong interviewing, but audiences call out heavy advertising and upload delays.
Editorial voice and guest variety attract a dedicated audience, though pacing and tech clarity could improve.

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The Nerd Reich: Silicon Valley Fascism And The War On Democracy
Q: Tell us please, what is this book all about?
The book chronicles a culture around Silicon Valley billionaires who believe technology can render democracy obsolete, detailing how crypto, AI, surveillance, and other tech act as levers of power that could rival governments, with a focus on the people and ideas at the center of this movement.
New Doc Goes Behind The Scenes Of The Healy Rae's Bitter Fallout
Q: What motivated you to pursue and finish the documentary despite the family's controversies?
Jerry Kennelly explains that after the last election, both brothers were open to sharing their story, and Kennelly framed the project as giving the Healy Rae clan a voice rather than others interpreting them, which ultimately allowed the viewer to hear the story directly from the subjects.
Palestinian Students Have Visa Applications Rejected
Q: Sarah, what's happening here, please?
There was an expectation of evacuation for three students with fully funded scholarships, but at the last minute visas were refused due to documentation issues, despite the universities guaranteeing living expenses and accommodation.
Booksellers Suspect AI Companies Behind Bulk Purchases
Q: What is your understanding of what these large language models actually do and where they gain their knowledge?
Large language models are driven by statistical language models trained on vast amounts of text, requiring copies of published English-language works to learn patterns; the discussion emphasizes that the system is more about pattern detection than true understanding, and raises concerns about the ethics and legality of using these texts without proper authorization.
Booksellers Suspect AI Companies Behind Bulk Purchases
Q: When did you first notice this sort of strange pattern of orders coming in and what form were they taking?
The orders appeared in a sudden batch from a third-party supplier, with hundreds of books in one morning, many of them nonfiction and surprisingly varied in topic, including old textbook editions that would no longer be in use, which looked like a deliberate and unusual pattern.

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The show blends current affairs with sharp cultural and policy takes, often pairing heavy-weight topics with accessible, conversational banter. Recent episodes mix aviation safety and regulatory issues with political commentary, along with tech buying guidance for students and in-depth discussions on sports governance and notable global affairs. A hallmark is a rigorous panel approach combined with approachable storytelling, including travel and culture segments that ground complex issues in everyday experience. The format frequently features high-profile guests, policy-minded conversations, and sector-specific experts, making it useful for listeners who want timely context on politics, economy, technology, and society in Ireland and beyond... more

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2. Gil Durán
3. Gill Perdue
4. Jerry Kennelly
5. Tom Finegan
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7. Rachel O'Donnell
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