The Last Word with Matt Cooper: Recent Episodes
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Donald Trump bans paper straws in Federal Buildings, Sinn Féin's Mary Lou McDonald accuses Taoiseach Micheál Martin of calling her a liar and tourists heading to the Algarve this summer could be fined for walking around in swimwear.
Journalist Lise Hand and Lorcan Nyhan, head of training at the Communications Clinic, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending stories.
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Paul Colgan, financial journalist, and Kate English, chief economist with Deloitte Ireland, discuss Trump’s latest announcement on ‘reciprocal’ tariffs for the EU and what that means for industries in Ireland.
Shane O’Donoghue, editor, CompleteCar.ie, considers how tariffs might impact the car market and American imports.
‘Warm and funny’, Roe McDermott, movies editor with Hot Press, recommended the latest in the Bridget Jones series – Mad About The Boy.
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European powers have said that there can be no negotiation about the war in Ukraine without Ukraine and Europe at the table.
It comes as US President Donald Trump said he had spoken to Russian President Vladimir Putin about bringing an end to the war.
Shona Murray, Europe correspondent with Euronews, Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at University of Galway, and Edward Burke, lecturer in War Studies at UCD, join The Last Word to discuss.
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The government is set to make the a liquefied natural gas facility a priority, with an estimated cost of €500m over ten years. It has received criticism from climate campaigners who have fought against the plan.
Environmental commentator John Gibbons joined Matt for Thursday’s environment slot.
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On The Last Word, Andy O'Donoghue has the latest in home fitness equipment from stationary bikes to bouncing boots.
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Former member of Spandau Ballet Gary Kemp was the latest inductee into The Last Word’s Culture Club this week.
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Daniel McConnell, Editor with the Business Post, had the details of the 40 Government representatives who are travelling abroad for St Patrick’s Day celebrations.
Neale Richmond, Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Ruth Coppinger, TD, People Before Profit-Solidarity debated the merits of nine senior Government members travelling to the US to represent Ireland.
They also considered whether the Taoiseach should accept an invitation to the White House in light of President Trump’s recent proposals to take Gaza and displace Palestinians.
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The cost of flowers, chocolates and dining out have all increased since Valentine’s Day last year, according to recent analysis.
Meanwhile, the average person is now spending €3,600 on engagement rings, with over half of customers thinking that it’s not something they’d consider insuring.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor at the Irish Independent, joined Matt for Wednesday’s personal finance slot.
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On Sunday night, Donald Trump was the first sitting US President to attend a Super Bowl but reportedly left his seat at half time during Kendrick Lamar’s performance.
Samuel L Jackson made fleeting appearances as Uncle Sam, hinting at political unrest and attempted to “silence” Lamar throughout the show.
Lamar also grabbed the headlines when he referenced his feud with fellow rapper Drake.
Dee Reddy and John Caddell joined Matt for The Last Word on Music.
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A new survey has found that 82% of young children are allowed to use smart devices unsupervised in their bedrooms and almost half believe they spend too much time online.
Alex Cooney, chief executive of CyberSafeKids, joins The Last Word to discuss these findings and how children's uncontrolled access to devices can put them at risk.
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The Gaza ceasefire is under threat after US President Donald Trump said that “all hell is going to break out” if Israeli hostages are not released by noon on Saturday.
Meanwhile, President Trump has signed an order to bring back plastic straws, claiming that paper ones “explode”.
Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined Matt for The Last Word’s weekly US slot.
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US President Donald Trump has vowed to impose 25% tariffs on imports of steel and aluminium products coming to the US.
On Monday afternoon, the European Commission said it sees “no justification” for the decision and that it will react “to protect the interests of European businesses, workers and consumers”.
Shona Murray, Europe Correspondent with Euronews joined Matt to explain what this means for Ireland and wider Europe.
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Ireland recorded their second bonus point win of this year’s Guinness Six Nations when they defeated Scotland at Murrayfield on Sunday.
France also suffered a shock defeat to England on Saturday, meaning Ireland are the only side that can still win the Grand Slam.
Matt spoke to Alan Quinlan & Will O’Callaghan about the weekend’s results.
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Samantha Mumba has questioned the credentials of members of RTE’s judging panel following The Late Late Show’s Eurosong special on Friday night.
Mumba finished second with her song “My Way”, with Norwegian singer EMMY winning the contest after performing “Laika Party”.
Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke were back with Matt for Monday’s TV & Streaming slot on The Last Word.
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Is a visit to Nashville, Memphis or the Grand Canyon on your bucket list?
With 27 routes from Ireland to the US available, Sarah Slattery, thetravelexpert.ie, had a rundown of the best road trips to take advantage of the connectivity.
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Peter O'Mahony and Robbie Henshaw have been added to the Irish side that will take on Scotland in round two of the Guinness Six Nations.
Liam Toland and Matt Williams join The Last Word to discuss what to expect as Ireland head to Murrayfield this Sunday.
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Scientists crack the perfect boiled egg, thousands still without power two weeks after Storm Éowyn and Donald Trump wants to turn Gaza into the 'Riviera of the Middle East'.
Eoghan Tomas McDermott, managing director at the Communications Clinic, and Laura Byrne, voices editor and podcast producer with The Journal, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending stories.
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New lower speed limits come into effect this week and motorists will see major reductions on many rural and urban roads.
Conor Faughnan, transport commentator and chief executive of the RIAC, joins The Last Word to discuss the new speed limits and Ireland's road safety issues.
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Andy O’Donoghue has a run down of all the latest fitness technology from free Apps, to smart watches.
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The Copernicus Climate Change Service has said that last month was the warmest January on record. This continues a series of temperature records since the middle of 2023, with temperatures approximately 0.2C above what had been anticipated.
Commentator John Gibbons joined Matt for this week’s Environment slot.
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The family of Joe Drennan have expressed their anger at the prison sentence of the man who killed him in a hit and run in 2023.
Kieran Fogarty from Co. Limerick received a six-and-a-half-year sentence for dangerous driving causing death & an eight-year sentence for a drive-by shooting earlier that year. Both sentences will run concurrently & have been backdated to October 2023.
On Thursday’s The Last Word, Matt spoke to Conor Sheehan, Labour TD for Limerick City and Conor Hanly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway about why sentences run concurrently in Ireland.
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On this week's Culture Club, Doireann Ní Ghlacáin, presenter, musician and co-host of How to Gael podcast, joins The Last Word to discuss her favourite music, movies and more.
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US President Donald Trump's plan to 'take over' war torn Gaza and turn it into the 'Riviera of the Middle East' has been met with shock and global condemnation.
Professor Aoife O’Donoghue from Queen's University Belfast and journalist Hannah McCarthy join The Last Word to discuss the proposal which flies in the face of international law and risks further destabilising the Middle East.
Later, Marion McKeone and Larry Donnelly join to assess whether the US President is really serious about this plan which would amount to an ethnic cleansing.
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Daragh O'Brien, Minister for Climate, Environment and Energy, and Minister for Transport, outlined the plans for ESB to upgrade the electricity network and insure its resilience.
As former minister for housing, he also spoke about the CSO figures released two weeks ago that suggested there was a shortfall in housing completions for 2024.
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On Tuesday, Matt was joined by author Joseph O’Connor as he discussed the release of his latest book “The Ghosts of Rome”.
The book is set in spring 1944 and follows a group of people who help others escape the Germans in Rome, which has been occupied by the Nazis for six months.
They also discussed the current political landscape in both Ireland and around the world, and how it is reflected in the themes throughout the novel.
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Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss the impact of US President Donald Trump slapping tariffs on China and threatening Canada, Mexico and the European Union.
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China has slapped tariffs on a raft of goods coming from the United States in response to US tariffs on Chinese goods introduced by President Donald Trump.
Marion McKeone and Cal Thomas join The Last Word to discuss the latest news from the US as Trump fires the first shots in what could become a global trade war.
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The delivery of houses in Ireland could fall short of the government’s targets in 2025, according to a report by Mitchell McDermott.
This prediction comes off the back of CSO figures which showed that only 30,330 houses were completed in 2024, almost 10,000 lower than the 40,000 target.
Paul Mitchell, Director & Co-Founder of Mitchell McDermott and Kate English, Chief Economist at Deloitte, discussed this with Matt on Thursday’s The Last Word.
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Ireland kick off their 2025 Guinness Six Nations campaign against England this Saturday as they bid to win a historic 3-in-a-row.
Under interim head coach Simon Easterby, how are Ireland’s chances looking, and which players will be putting their hands up ahead of the Lions tour in the summer?
Matt was joined by Fiona Hayes to discuss the weekend’s fixtures.
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On Thursday, Matt was joined by Armando Iannucci, the creator of iconic TV shows like Alan Partride, Veep and The Thick of It.
He discussed his stage adaptation of the Stanley Kubrick classic, 'Dr. Strangelove', which is coming to the Bórd Gáis Energy Theatre on the 5th of February, along with his storied career that spans decades.
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DeepSeek, a Chinese owned startup, is disrupting the AI sector amid claims it performs better than other popular technology at a fraction of the price.
Andy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to explain what DeepSeek does and why it is scaring the world's tech giants.
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Trevor Birney, journalist, documentary maker and producer of the Kneecap movie, joins The Last Word for the the Culture Club.
He discusses his favourite cultural choices as well as the success of Kneecap and working on the upcoming Saipan movie.
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Robert F Kennedy Jnr, Donald Trump's pick for health secretary, has said he is "not anti-vaccine" and has defended the President's anti-abortion policy during his confirmation hearing at the US Senate.
Marion McKeone, US based journalist joins The Last Word to discuss RFK Jnr's appearance at the tense hearing.
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On Monday, Lady Gaga announced that her new album “Mayhem” will be released on March 7th.
Meanwhile, Forbidden Fruit and Longitude have both revealed the first wave of artists that will play the festivals this summer.
John Caddell & Dee Reddy joined Matt to run through the week's music news.
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The Trump administration's crackdown on illegal immigration has hit major cities across the US and led to mass arrests.
Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post, join The Last Word to discuss what US President Donald Trump has been doing in his first week back in office.
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Diageo has said it has “no intention” of selling the Guinness brand, following reports last week that it was considering doing so.
Bloomberg News first reported that Diageo was exploring options for Guinness and that its value could be more than $10m.
Ian Guider, Columnist with the Business Post, joined Matt for Monday’s business slot.
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The Allianz National Football League returned this weekend, and it was the first time fans got to see the new rules created by the FRC in an attempt to improve the state of the game.
Which rules were a success, and will teams become more attack-focused because of them?
Matt spoke to former Mayo footballer David Brady and Will O’Callaghan from Off The Ball about what we learned from the weekend’s fixtures.
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Conor Gallagher, Crime and Security Correspondent with the Irish Times, explained that an extensive file regarding alleged garda corruption has been sent to the Director of Public Prosecutions.
Organised crime and corruption charges are being considered against a former garda superintendent, Mr Hutch and two serving gardaí.
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Sarah Slattery from travelexpert.ie joins The Last Word for her weekly travel slot and this time she's got all the best things to do and see when visiting Tallinn, the capital city of Estonia.
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It's been a big week for politics on both sides of the Atlantic, Roe McDermot, advice columnist with The Irish Times, and Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at the University of Galway and political columnist with TheJournal.ie, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending stories.
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In the Last Word on Business, Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, outlined the latest figures on house completion from the Central Statistics Office, which showed a decrease of 6.7% on 2023.
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Micheál Martin Receives Seal Of Office
Following yesterday’s historic Dáil row and suspension, Micheál Martin has been elected Taoiseach.
Louise Burne, Political Correspondent of the Irish Mirror and Danny McConnell of the Business Post outlined the political landscape of the new Dail and the emerging picture of the Cabinet appointees.
Matt Carthy, Sinn Féin TD for Cavan-Monaghan and Séamus McGrath, Fianna Fáil TD for Cork South-Central debated the issues over speaking rights that had help up yesterday’s proceedings.
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The 34th Dáil met today for the first sitting since the general election but a massive row over opposition speaking time meant there was no vote to appoint a Taoiseach and form a new government.
Tabitha Monahan, Irish Independent political reporter, Daniel McConnell, Business Post editor, and Sarah Carey, columnist with the Irish Independent join The Last Word to recap on a day of chaos in Dáil Éireann.
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2025 is shaping up to be a great year for gigs in Ireland. John Caddell and Dee Reddy join The Last Word to take a look at the best concerts and festival lineups including Lana Del Rey, Charli XCX and many more.
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Sinead Kennedy, host of wellness activity breaks & travel expert joined Matt for The Last Word on Travel to talk about her recent once in a lifetime trip to Antarctica.
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US President Donald Trump wasted no time after his inauguration on Monday, as he issued a full pardon for January 6th rioters and withdrew the US from the World Health Organisation and the Paris climate agreement in a slew of executive orders.
Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post, join The Last Word to discuss what Trump has done in his first 24 hours back in office.
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Darwin Nunez scored two injury time goals against Brentford as Liverpool stretched their lead at the top of the Premier League table.
Meanwhile, Man United suffered a 3-1 home defeat to Brighton on Sunday, leaving Ruben Amorim’s side in 13th place and leading him to say that this side is possibly the worst in the club’s history.
Miguel Delaney, Chief Football Writer with the Independent and Will O’Callaghan from Off The Ball joined Matt to discuss the weekend’s results.
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On Monday, Donald Trump became the 47th US President.
In his speech, President Trump criticised Joe Biden’s presidency, declared a national emergency at the US-Mexico border and said that as of Monday, it will be official policy of the US government that there are only two genders – male and female.
Cal Thomas & Marion McKeone joined Matt on The Last Word to give their reaction to his speech.
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What's going to happen with the US TikTok ban, why did cherry tomatoes on a Dublin bridge send social media into a frenzy, and who's going (or more importantly, who isn't going) to Donald Trump's inauguration?
Aoife Barry, journalist, and Russell Alford, 98FM producer and food critic for Sunday Times as one half of GastroGays, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending stories.
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The Department of Education has contacted several schools In Ireland to say that they can’t award exemptions for studying Irish based on psychological reports alone.
This decision comes as the number of students receiving exemptions issued by school principals has risen.
Carl O’Brien, Education Editor at the Irish Times and Séaghan Ó Suilleabheán, Irish language presenter and content creator, joined Will O’Callaghan on Friday’s The Last Word to discuss the issue.
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The next government will consist of Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, the Regional Independent Group and Independent TDs Michael and Danny Healy-Rae.
How does their programme for government impact climate change?
Environment commentator John Gibbons spoke to Matt on Thursday’s The Last Word.
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US President Joe Biden delivered his exit speech on Wednesday night, issuing a warning about a concentration of wealth in the United States.
Matt spoke to Marion McKeone and Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at University of Galway & Columnist with TheJournal.ie, about his comments.
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MM fighter Conor McGregor has been ordered by the High Court not to publish or share the CCTV footage shown during the recent civil action taken by Nikita Hand.
Frank Greaney joins The Last Word to outline what was heard in court.
Irish hospitals took in almost €16 million in car parking charges in 2023 according to a new report from Irish Country Living.
Hospital parking remains a burden on sick people and their families despite Taoiseach Simon Harris promising in 2020 that the charges would be capped at €10 per day.
Ciara Leahy, editor of Irish Country Living, joins The Last Word to discuss the report.
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A deal for the next government was agreed between Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, the Regional Independent Group and Independent TDs Michael & Danny Healy Rae.
Micheál Martin will be Taoiseach until November 2027, with Simon Harris taking over for the remaining two years of the government’s term.
Matt was joined by Fine Gael TD Jennifer Carroll-MacNeill, Padraig Mac Lochlainn, Sinn Féin TD for Donegal, Sean Canney TD from the Regional Independent Group and Fianna Fáil’s Niall Collins TD on Wednesday's The Last Word to discuss this.
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Roisín O’Donnell has just released her debut novel, Nesting, a tense exploration of one women’s attempts to get away from a coercive partner, and a portrait of life inside the housing system.
In the culture club, she spoke to Matt about the books, movies, music and TV that have influenced her.
January is often considered 'divorce month' as the new year see lots of couples take the first steps towards splitting up.
Michelle Brown, divorce consultant, specialist family mediator and author of Scars of Divorce, joins The Last Word to discuss how to get a divorce in Ireland while keeping the costs down and relationships as amicable as possible.
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Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post, and Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, join The Last Word to discuss the devastating LA fires and preparations for President Donald Trump's upcoming inauguration.
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Charity shops across Ireland have seen an increase in clothing donations purchased from fast fashion sites such as Shein, some of which have never been worn.
Is fast fashion taken seriously enough when it comes to environmental and labour issues?
Broadcaster and content creator Fionnuala Jones joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss this.
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A study in England and Wales has suggested that there has been an increase in the proportion of women seeking abortions, despite using “natural” methods of preventing pregnancy, such as fertility tracking apps.
How accurate are these apps, and how much data is stored on them?
Dr. Laura Cullen, Cork GP and Director of Women’s Health with the Irish College of General Practitioners and Elaine Burke, host of the For Tech’s Sake podcast, joined Matt to discuss this.
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Man United knocked Arsenal out of the FA Cup on Sunday, bringing a miserable week to an end for Mikel Arteta’s side.
With the North London derby just two days away, can Arsenal rediscover their form?
Miguel Delaney, Chief Football Writer with The Independent and Off The Ball’s Will O’Callaghan joined Matt on Monday to discuss the weekend's results.
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The Commercial Court has heard that Michael Flatley is willing to repay a €5.6million loan at the centre of a dispute with a lender.
It was made to Blackbird Film Productions Ltd by Novellus Finance Ltd, who says there has been default on repayment. Mr. Flatley denies this.
Peter O’Dwyer, Head of News at the Business Post, joined Matt for Monday’s business news.
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The high cost of childcare is driving people, particularly women, out of the workforce and is damaging recruitment according to a new survey from Dublin Chamber.
Karen Clince, chief executive of Tigers Childcare, and Neil McDonnell, chief executive of ISME, join The Last Word to discuss the challenge faced by employers and what can be done to address high childcare costs.
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Sarah Slattery, from travelexpert.ie, joins The Last Word to give her rundown on the best January travel deals on offer.
She has great tips from flight sales, cruises or bucket list trips to the Maldives, Barbados or Disneyland.
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Ben Finnegan, Today FM news anchor, and Orla Ryan, news correspondent with TheJournal.ie, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending stories including weather warnings, the Los Angeles fires, and Elon Musk's latest attempts to influence world politics.
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How nutritional are hot school meals actually?
Food policy consultant Ruth Hegarty joins Matt and Principal Regina Halpin to discuss the concerns around hot school meals and their impact on school children.
The average mortgage loan is now over €300,000 according to a new survey from MyHome.ie, but many homes cost much more than that. So how are buyers making up the difference?
Michael Dowling, managing director of Dowling Financial joins The Last Word to discuss the phenomenon of the 'bank of mum and dad' helping first time buyers to get on the property ladder.
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Tech journalist Andy O’Donoghue was back on The Last Word to explain how to get the best out of your tech and the most effective methods of starting a digital detox.
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Singer Jerry Fish joins The Last Word this week for the Culture Club!
He talks about his favourite music, books, movies and more as well as discussing his new album 'Dreaming of Daniel' featuring MayKay.
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Owen Reidy, General Secretary, Irish Congress of Trade Unions, and Julie Galbraith, Head of Employment Law, Eversheds Sutherland discuss hybrid working in Ireland and the legislation around the right to request remote working.
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US President elect Donald Trump says he wants to make Greenland a part of the United States, threatening tariffs and refusing to rule out military action.
But why does Trump want the island, which is territory of Denmark, and does he have a chance of getting it?
Tom Carstensen, journalist in Copenhagen, and Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at University of Galway and political columnist with The Journal, join The Last Word to discuss.
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If you’re looking to give yourself a financial boost in the new year, it may be worth preparing a tax return.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent, explained how it can be done on Wednesday’s personal finance slot.
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Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has announced significant changes to its content moderation policies in the US which include replacing fact checking with a community notes system, similar to the one adopted by Elon Musk on X.
Elaine Burke, host of the For Tech's Sake podcast, joins The Last Word to talk about the significant move which is seen as a further effort by Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to cosy up to incoming US President Donald Trump.
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US President elect Donald Trump has refused to rule out using military force to take over Greenland. Trump said the US needs to purchase the Danish territory for "national security purposes".
Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post, join The Last Word to discuss this and more of the latest news from the United States.
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Drivers in Dublin were delayed by an average of 81 hours in 2024 due to congestion in the city, according to a survey conducted by data company Inrix.
Brian Caulfield, Professor in Transportation at the Department of Civil Engineering at TCD, spoke to Matt on The Last Word about the findings.
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Manchester United came from behind to earn a 2-2 draw against Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday. Was this the first sign of significant progress of Amorm’s tenure at United, and what does the result mean for Liverpool’s title hopes?
Miguel Delaney, Chief Football Writer with The Independent and Off The Ball’s Will O’Callaghan joined Matt on Monday’s The Last Word to discuss the weekend’s Premier League results.
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Corporation tax increased to €39bn last year, with the apple tax contributing to €11bn of that figure.
The Department of Finance published the final exchequer returns on Monday, which saw an increase of €15.2bn on 2023.
Ian Guider, Columnist with the Business Post, joined Matt for The Last Word on Business to discuss the findings.
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Nick Ferrari, presenter of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast on LBC, outlined the response from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to Elon Musk's attacks on Safeguarding Minister Jess Philips.
Nick also explained the war of words that has broken out between Reform UK leader Nigel Farage and Elon Musk.
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Russell Alford, food critic for The Sunday Times and one half of the GastroGays, joins The Last Word to discuss another of his favourite foodie travel destinations.
This time he has chosen Lisbon in Portugal, a hugely popular destination for Irish tourists.
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Former UK deputy prime minister Nick Clegg is to step down from his role at Meta.
He is due to be replaced by former Republican White House deputy chief of staff Joel Kaplan, who served under George W Bush from 2006-2009.
Ian Guider joined Will O’Callaghan for Friday’s business slot.
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Helen Vaughan, Psychotherapist with Maynooth Counselling & The Coast Counselling in Malahide, spoke to Will O'Callaghan about the importance of self care and she outlined 10 ways to be kinder to yourself in 2025.
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Helen Vaughan, Psychotherapist with Maynooth Counselling & The Coast Counselling in Malahide, outlines eight strategies to help to de-stress in 2025.
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Have you noticed that your phone’s performance has worsened recently, or are you struggling to free up some space in its memory?
Tech Journalist Andy O’Donoghue joined Will O’Callaghan on The Last Word to explain the most effective methods of clearing space on your devices.
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Matt was joined by Will O'Callaghan from Off The Ball and Gavin Cooney from The42.ie as they looked back on all the highlights from the soccer year.
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John Caddell and Dee Reddy join The Last Word to look back on the last year in music and give their picks for the best music of 2024.
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Tabitha Monahan, political reporter with the Independent, journalist Lise Hand, Dave Hanratty, host of the No Encore podcast, and Eoghan Tomás McDermott, MD of the Communications Clinic, all join The Last Word to look back on the biggest news stories of 2024.
Stories include:
•Donald Trump's return to the White House
•General Election 2024
•Nikita Hand’s civil rape case against Conor McGregor
•Cillian Murphy's Best Actor win at the Oscars
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The Last Word remembers some of the famous people who passed away in the last year.
Journalist and broadcaster Tommie Gorman
Jim Beard, keyboardist with Steely Dan
John Savident, who played Fred from Coronation street
Tito Jackson from the Jackson 5
Actor James Earl Jones
Musician and producer Quincy Jones
Former Minister and TD Mary O’Rourke
Singer Marlena Shaw
Actor Dame Maggie Smith
Paul Di’Anno from Iron Maiden
Journalist and activist Nell McCafferty
Writer Edna O’Brien
Actor and musician Kris Kristopherson
Actor Donald Sutherland
Actor Shelly Duval
Philip Dadae Harvey from Soul II Soul
Actor Shannen Doherty
Actor and singer David Soul
Singer Liam Payne
Journalist Charlie Bird
Singer Dickie Rock
Comedian Jon Kenny
Commentator and national treasure Micheal O'Muircheartaigh
Musician Eoin French known as Talos
Roe McDermott and Brian Lloyd join The Last Word to chat about the best movies released in the last year.
There's been huge blockbusters like Dune Part Two and hits from Irish stars like Cillian Murphy, Paul Mescal and Kneecap.
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Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joined Matt to discuss the biggest business stories that made the headlines throughout 2024.
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Judith Boyle, beverages lecturer in TU Dublin, joins The Last Word to discuss her top choices for whiskeys, gins, vodka and even poitín. Perfect for a last minute gift or as something special to sip on Christmas Day.
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From STEM gifts for curious minds to headphones and beer dispensers, Andy O'Donoghue has a comprehensive list of last minute tech gifts to suit everyone
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Dave Fanning was the latest inductee into The Last Word’s Culture Club on Wednesday.
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RIP.ie has announced it will be charging funeral directors €100 to post a death notice from January.
Clare Ann Irwin of Irwin Funeral Directors in Galway City joins The Last Word to discuss the change to one of Ireland's most popular websites.
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The cost of the average Christmas dinner is on the rise, according to new figures from Kantar.
Meanwhile, Chill Insurance is urging homeowners to keep their homes secure due to the fact that the Christmas period is a peak time for burglaries.
Charlie Weston joined Will O’Callaghan for Wednesday’s Personal Finance slot.
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Coimisiún na Meán is to join a European Commission election integrity investigation into video-sharing platform TikTok.
Andy O'Donoghue, tech journalist, joins The Last Word to discuss what this could mean for the social media company which is also facing an outright ban in the US.
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ABC News has agreed to pay Donald Trump $15 million to settle a defamation action, sparking concerns that the incoming President could bring more cases against other media outlets.
Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post, join The Last Word to discuss this and more of the weeks news from the US.
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Ian Guider was joined by Off The Ball’s Will O’Callaghan and Chief Football Writer with The Independent, Miguel Delaney to discuss the weekend’s Premier League results.
Man City’s poor run of form continued as they suffered a late defeat at home to Man United, meanwhile Gary O’Neil and Russell Martin became the latest managers to be sacked after Wolves lost to Ipswich Town and Southampton were hammered 5-0 at home to Tottenham.
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Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke spoke to Ian Guider on Monday’s The Last Word, where they gave their picks for their favourite TV shows of 2024.
Among their choices were Ripley, Rivals and Wolf Hall.
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Stuck for a Christmas present? Sarah Slattery, from travelexpert.ie, joins The Last Word to give her top gift ideas for anyone who loves to travel.
She has great value short breaks, hotel vouchers, travel accessories and more.
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Eoin Hayes suspended from the Social Democrats, Donald Trump is Time's Person of the Year and the real-life Succession plans.
Breda Brown, communications director at Unique Media, and Lorcan Nyhan, head of training with the Communications Clinic, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending stories.
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The Climate Change Advisory Council has proposed reducing emissions in Ireland by 67% by 2040, stating that the country has failed to rise to the challenge of tackling climate change.
Environment commentator John Gibbons spoke to Matt about this warning on Friday’s The Last Word.
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Michael Foley, Sportswriter with The Sunday Times and Chief Sportswriter with the Irish Daily Star, Kieran Cunningham, joined Matt to look back at the best sports books that were released in 2024.
Among their choices were “The Racket” by Conor Niland, “Unladylike” by Hayley Kilgallon and Johnny Sexton’s “Obsessed”.
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Andy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to talk through his top picks for sound tech, phones and tablets for gifts this Christmas.
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Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Paschal Donohoe and journalist Lise Hand were back once again for The Last Word’s review of the best non-fiction books of the past 12 months.
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Actor Simon Delaney is the latest inductee into the Culture Club.
The author of new novel 'Watching Over You' joins The Last Word to discuss his favourite music, movies, TV and more.
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Credit unions' mortgage and business lending capacity are set to treble in the coming years under proposals from the Central Bank.
Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss what this means for customers and more of the day's business news.
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Authors Edel Coffey and Kevin Power joined Matt on Wednesday for The Last Word’s annual Fiction Books of the Year slot.
Edel’s choices included Ferdia Lennon’s “Glorious Exploits” and “Intermezzo” by Sally Rooney, while Kevin picked “The Proof of My Innocence” by Jonathan Coe and Colin Barrett’s “Wild Houses”, among many others.
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On Wednesday’s The Last Word, Vaughan Yates, founder of The Virgin Mary Bar, gave his choices of non-alcoholic drinks for you to enjoy throughout the Christmas period.
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Russell Alford and Patrick Hanlon, AKA the GastroGays and Restaurant Critics with the Sunday Times, had their choices of just some of their favourite cookbooks published in 2024.
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Cook: Traditional Irish Cooking with Modern Twists by Graham Herterich
Saladology by Theo Kirwan (Sprout & Co)
Simply Jamie by Jamie Oliver
Whole Catch by Aishling Moore
Season by Mark Moriarty
Cooking with Anna Haugh: Modern Home Cooking With Irish Heart by Anna Haugh
A Compendium of Irish Pints by Ali Dunworth
The Home Sommelier by Brigid O'Hora
Judith Boyle, beverage lecturer at TU Dublin, had her seasonal choices of best beers and ales to pair with your Christmas diner or for parties during the holiday season.
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A 26-year-old has been charged with murdering Brian Thompson, UnitedHealthcare’s CEO.
According to officials, Luigi Mangione was arrested in Pennsylvania after he was spotted eating at a McDonald’s.
Nationally syndicated columnist Cal Thomas & Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with the Business Post, joined Matt for this week’s US slot to discuss this.
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The (UK) Independent's Chief Football Writer, Miguel Delaney, joins Matt to discuss all the action from the Premier League over the weekend.
Chelsea announce themselves in the title race, Man City drop points again and Man United lose at home to soaring Forest.
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Brigid O'Hora, author of The Home Sommelier and wine expert with Classic Drinks, introduced Matt to some new wines, white, red and sparkling, to try with the turkey and trimmings.
Brigid's recommendations are; Cremant de Bordeaux Ballerin, NV. €40
Avanzi Lugana Sirmione, Italy €15
Bodegas Valdesil Godello, Valdeorras, Spain €24
Fleurie, Famille Chermette, Poncie, Beaujolais €18
Chateau Puynard, Cotes de Blaye ‘The Steps’ Merlot/ Cabernet Sauvignon €20
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Sarah Slattery from travelexpert.ie joins The Last Word to discuss the best Christmas markets and experiences in Ireland this festive season.
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‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ was written in just 15 minutes in August.
It went on to become one of the most iconic Christmas tunes of all time.
Join Louise Cantillon for a Last Word on Music Christmas Special, with the story behind Mariah Carey’s iconic 'All I Want For Christmas Is You'.
The FAI apologises over use of 'Londonderry' in a match programme, Marian Price sues Disney over 'Say Nothing' scene and growing number of allegations against Masterchef's Greg Wallace.
Roe McDermott, advice columnist with The Irish Times, and Kieran Cunningham, chief sports writer with the Irish Daily Star, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending stories.
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Children in mixed schools have more friends than those at single-sex schools and boys in all-boys schools have the lowest level of closeness to their friends according to new research.
Irish Times Parenting Columnist Jen Hogan joins The Last Word to discuss why she thinks co-education is best for boys and girls.
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With the Green Party out and Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael on course to be back in government, John Gibbons joins The Last Word to discuss what the general election result could mean for Ireland's fight against climate change.
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Andy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to talk through his top picks for kitchen and beauty tech that could make wonderful gifts this Christmas.
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Frank Greaney, Courts Correspondent, Today FM, had the details of Mr Justice Alexander Owen's judgement on legal costs after Nikita Hand won her civil case against Conor McGregor.
Chef Mark Moriarty joined Matt on the Culture Club to discuss his favourite music, books, film and TV.
He also spoke about his new book Season: Master the Elements of Amazing Taste.
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It's that season where work Christmas parties are in full swing and they can often make or break office relations.
Julie Galbraith, partner and head of employment law at Eversheds Sutherland, to discuss what employers and employees should keep in mind to prevent a HR hangover after the festivities.
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The 2024 general election saw voter turnout fall to record low levels, but many are sceptical about the reliability of the turnout figures due to flaws with the electoral register.
Art O'Leary, chief executive of the Electoral Commission, joins The Last Word to explain why the register might be overstated and to answer more of your questions about last Friday's vote.
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With government formation talks commencing this week Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent, had some recommendations that the new government could use in order to ease the cost of living.
He also discussed how an IT issue led to some PTSB customers facing a delay in receiving their wages on Friday.
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Clodagh Finn and John Morgan join The Last Word to discuss the untold stories of the Irish WWII heroes who fought in the Resistance as told in their compelling book 'The Irish in the Resistance'.
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US President Joe Biden has pardoned Hunter Biden despite saying previously that he would not use his executive authority to pardon his son or commute his sentence.
Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post, join The Last Word to discuss this and more news from the United States.
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Gregg Wallace has stepped away from presenting MasterChef after allegations of inappropriate behaviour were made by 13 people over a 17-year period against him.
The BBC had previously announced a Celebrity MasterChef Cook-Off and a Strictly Festive Extravaganza. However, they have since been pulled from their Christmas schedule.
Elaine Burke, host of the For Tech’s Sake podcast and The Last Word’s TV & Streaming contributor, spoke to Matt to explain the latest on the story.
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Russell Alford, Food Critic for The Sunday Times and one half of the GastroGays, joined Matt for Tuesday’s travel slot.
Bologna, a city famous for its authentic Italian food, was Russell’s choice this week.
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As the 2024 general election comes to a close and the final few seats are filled around the country, Sarah Carey, Irish Independent columnist, and Gary Murphy, professor of politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU, join The Last Word to discuss who is likely to be in the next government.
They are also joined by Harry McGee, political correspondent with the Irish Times, Lorcan Nyhan, head of training with The Communications Clinic, and Trina O'Connor, criminologist and community worker, to assess the turnout, the campaigns and how Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch came so close to being elected.
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Will O'Callaghan from Off The Ball and The Independent's Chief Football Writer Miguel Delaney join Matt to discuss the weekend's Premier League action.
Liverpool dominate Man City to go nine points clear at the top of the league, as Arsenal and Chelsea try to keep pace.
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Ian Guider, columnist with The Business Post, joins Matt to discuss the big business news of the day.
According to the Central Statistics Office, the average weekly earnings for employees in the Irish economy rose by 5.3% year on year in the third quarter to stand at €955.49.
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Two-time Grand National and Cheltenham Gold Cup winner, Davy Russell has released his autobiography.
He spoke to Matt on The Last Word about his experience of riding Tiger Roll to win the Aintree Grand National in 2018, the sacrifices he made to ensure he succeeded in his career and his long road to recovery after fracturing two vertebrae and dislocating another in 2020.
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After a short three-week campaign, the 2024 general election is coming to a close.
Daniel McConnell, editor of the Business Post, Tabitha Monahan, political reporter with the Irish Independent, and Gary Murphy, professor of politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU, join The Last Word to look back on the campaign and how it compared to the debates and personalities of elections past.
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The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has launched legal proceedings against a number of retailers nationwide for breaking sales pricing laws during Black Friday and January sales.
Brian McHugh, chair of the CCPC, joins The Last Word to discuss the legal requirements retailers must stick to when displaying discounts.
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Episode 14: It's Election Day and as votes are cast up and down the country, we look at what happens after.
Sean Defoe joins Ben to discuss the election process after the ballots are closed, how transfer votes work and when we might see government formations begin.
Andy O’Donoghue had all the best Black Friday offers for this week’s Tech Thursday.
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Episode 13: In the run up to the big day, join Today FM's Ben Finnegan as he covers what's being said across the political spectrum to help give you the best chance of being informed at the ballot box.
On day 21 of the campaign, Jessica Woodlock joins us to discuss the Simon Harris interview on The Last Word, how parties expect their transfer votes to go and calls for young people to use their vote tomorrow.
Can you take a selfie in the polling booth? What happens if you make a mistake on your ballot? Can you vote without a polling card?
Art O’Leary, chief executive of An Coimisiún Toghcháin, joins The Last Word to discuss the dos and don'ts of casting your vote in the general election.
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Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris joined Matt on The Last Word ahead of Friday’s general election.
Up for discussion was his time as health minister during the Covid-19 pandemic, Michael O’Leary’s comments about teachers and crime and policing issues.
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On The Last Word, writer Dermot Bolger discussed his favourite books, TV, music and other cultural influences.
He also spoke his latest novel, Hide Away.
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Cian O'Callaghan, deputy leader of the Social Democrats, is the latest leader interview on The Last Word ahead of the general election on November 29.
He joins Matt to discuss his party's housing plans, healthcare and red lines for forming a government.
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Episode 12: In the run up to the big day, join Today FM's Ben Finnegan as he covers what's being said across the political spectrum to help give you the best chance of being informed at the ballot box.
On day 20 of the campaign, Andrew Lowth joins us to discuss the Leaders Debate on RTE last night, a junior minister makes a claim about the Occupied Territory Bill and Sinn Féin says they are ready for potential economic shocks if elected to government.
Charlie Weston from the Irish Independent joined Matt on Wednesday for The Last Word’s weekly personal finance slot.
They discussed how, ahead of Black Friday, online shoppers are being warned not to pay “hidden” costs and how Black Friday and the Christmas period can be a key target for fraudsters.
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Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie was back for The Last Word on Travel where she gave the best Black Friday deals on offer for your next trip.
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Episode 11: In the run up to the big day, join Today FM's Ben Finnegan as he covers what's being said across the political spectrum to help give you the best chance of being informed at the ballot box.
On day 19 of the campaign, Eamonn Torsney talks us through all the do's and don'ts of voting, Fine Gael spoke to RTE about a certain viral video, Aontú says the government has failed drivers and People Before Profit put forward plans to avoid young people emigrating.
US President-elect Donald Trump has promised to impose hefty tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada and China on his first day in office, which he says is in retaliation for illegal immigration and “crime and drugs” coming into the US.
Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post, join The Last Word to discuss Trump's tariff plans, the dismissal of legal cases against the incoming President and more.
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Musgraves, Tesco and Costcutter are among retailers who have said they are no longer stocking products linked to MMA fighter Conor McGregor following his civil rape trial.
Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss the business fallout for McGregor after Nikita Hand, who accused McGregor of raping her in a Dublin hotel in December 2018, won her claim against him.
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On Tuesday, Green Party leader Roderic O’Gorman spoke to The Last Word as the countdown to Friday’s general election continued.
Matt asked him about the party’s climate targets, investment in infrastructure, and whether Tusla is fit for purpose following revelations that 53 children known to state services died in the space of three years.
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Episode 11: In the run up to the big day, join Today FM's Ben Finnegan as he covers what's being said across the political spectrum to help give you the best chance of being informed at the ballot box.
On day 18 of the campaign, Aidan Delaney discusses Mary Lou McDonald's interview on The Last Word, a new opinion poll reveals challenges for Fine Gael, we discuss Simon Harris' 'viral video' interaction with a carer in Cork and an independent assessment has found that the main parties election promises have failed when it comes to climate.
The Last Word continued its series of party leader interviews on Monday, and this time Matt was joined by Sinn Féin's Mary Lou McDonald.
They discussed who Sinn Féin would be willing to go into government with, relations between Ireland and the USA and what can be done to improve the health service.
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Ivana Bacik, leader of the Labour Party and candidate for Dublin Bay South joined the Last Word to outline her party's policies ahead of polling day.
She spoke about forming a left alliance and whether she would consider a grand coalition of the left, the Labour Party policies on climate change and the dangers of being the junior coalition partner.
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Zach Tuohy, former Laois footballer and AFL player with Geelong and Carlton, has released his autobiography The Irish Experiment: From The GAA to the AFL.
He spoke to Matt about his decision to pursue a career in professional sport, his life in Australia and what lies ahead in retirement.
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Episode 10: In the run up to the big day, join Today FM's Ben Finnegan as he covers what's being said across the political spectrum to help give you the best chance of being informed at the ballot box.
On day 15 of the campaign, Sean Defoe is here to recap the second week of the campaign, Sinn Féin proposes a border poll, Independent Ireland is pledging 'green taxes' and People Before Profit discuss Ireland's neutrality.
Nikita Hand has won her civil rape case against MMA fighter Conor McGregor.
The verdict came after a three-week trial during which Mr McGregor denied raping Ms Hand and insisted he had consensual sex with her.
Today FM courts correspondent Frank Greaney, Cliona Saidléar, executive director of the Rape Crisis Network, and author Edel Coffey join The Last Word to discuss the landmark verdict.
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Richard Boyd Barrett, leader of People Before Profit, joined The Last Word for his leader interview ahead of the general election.
He spoke to Matt about the prospect of a left-wing coalition government, his party's plans for a state construction company and Ireland's military neutrality.
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Episode 9: In the run up to the big day, join Today FM's Ben Finnegan as he covers what's being said across the political spectrum to help give you the best chance of being informed at the ballot box.
On day 14 of the campaign, Aontú launch their manifesto, Labour commits to their disability support pledges, Fianna Fáil launches a plan for Dublin North Inner City and Sinn Féin announces policies aimed at keeping young people in Ireland.
Andrew Lowth also joins Ben to discuss Sinn Féin's proposals.
Michael Collins, leader of Independent Ireland and candidate for Cork South-West, joined The Last Word for the latest general election leader interview.
He spoke to Matt about what it means to have a political party made up of independents and his party's priorities when it comes to agriculture, immigration and protecting rural Ireland.
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From TVs to laptops and smartphones, Andy O'Donoghue had a comprehensive guide to the best value deals ahead of Black Friday.
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As next Friday's general election edges closer, environmental commentator John Gibbons joined Matt for an in depth look at how each political party intends on tackling climate change, should they make it into government.
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Artist Maser spoke to Matt about his origins as a street artist, creating his now iconic Repeal the 8th image and all his picks for favourite music, TV, movies and more.
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Episode 8: In the run up to the big day, join Today FM's Ben Finnegan as he covers what's being said across the political spectrum to help give you the best chance of being informed at the ballot box.
On day 13 of the campaign, Jessica Woodlock joins Ben to discuss Micheal Martin's interview on The Last Word, Sinn Féin is defending their call for an independent review of RTÉ's coverage of international conflicts, Fianna Fáil commits to a new centre for autism and neurodivergent services and Labour is proposing new policies around additional Gardaí.
Tánaiste Micheál Martin is the latest party leader to be interviewed on The Last Word ahead of the general election on November 29th.
The Fianna Fáil leader joined Matt in studio to discuss the cost of living, crime and policing and whether RTÉ should no longer be involved in GAA GO.
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According to the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland, Labour costs and skills shortages are leading to the rise in overall home rebuild costs.
Meanwhile, Bank of Ireland is cutting its fixed mortgage rates by 0.5% from today which will be welcome news for customers.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent, spoke to Matt on Wednesday’s personal finance slot.
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Episode 7: In the run up to the big day, join Today FM's Ben Finnegan as he covers what's being said across the political spectrum to help give you the best chance of being informed at the ballot box.
On day 12 of the campaign, Ellen Butler is joining Ben to discuss last night's 10 person debate, Sinn Féin announces their manifesto, Fine Gael launches its health plan and a new plan to use the Apple Tax money for climate action is launched by Labour.
With the general election campaign in full swing, political parties are making a range of spending promises as they attempt to sway voters. But all that could be in jeopardy following Donald Trump's US presidential win.
John Deasy, former TD and former Irish government envoy to US Congress, and Dan O’Brien, chief economist at the Institute of International and European Affairs, join The Last Word to discuss what a Trump presidency will mean for Ireland's economy and diplomacy.
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Ahead of his return to the White House, President-elect Donald Trump has made a number of controversial appointments and nominations to his administration.
Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with the Business Post, join The Last Word to discuss the individuals Trump has chosen for critical Cabinet posts and top White House jobs.
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Last night, ten political party leaders took part in the first major televised debate of the 2024 general election campaign.
It lasted just over two hours, but how well did each leader perform and is it likely to sway any voting preferences?
Daniel McConnell, Editor of the Business Post, joined The Last Word to analyse the standout moments.
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Episode 6: In the run up to the big day, join Today FM's Ben Finnegan as he covers what's being said across the political spectrum to help give you the best chance of being informed at the ballot box.
On day 11 of the campaign, Fine Gael doubles down on its support forJohn McGahon, The Green Party announces it would be happy to go into government with Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil, People Before Profit put forward a new idea for renters and The Social Democrats commit to their pledges for rights for persons with disabilities.
Eamonn Torsney also joins Ben to discuss the Fine Gael manifesto launch.
The Sunday Independent has reported that Aer Lingus has asked its staff to take unpaid leave in the new year as it plans to restructure its ground operations department at Dublin Airport in 2025.
Meanwhile, medical device company Abbott is due to open a new manufacturing facility in Kilkenny, creating 800 jobs.
Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joined Matt for Monday’s business news.
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As political parties enter the second week of election campaigning, Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with The Irish Mirror, discussed the issues of the day including why Fine Gael is under fire for backing John McGahon as a candidate in Louth after images and video of a pub brawl were published online over the weekend.
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The Last Word kicked off its series of party leader interviews on Monday ahead of the general election on November 29th.
First up was Aontú’s Peadar Tóibín, who spoke to Matt about immigration, public transport issues, the cost-of-living crisis and which parties he would be willing to go into government with.
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Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post joined Matt for Friday’s business news.
They discussed how a new health insurer, Level Health, has launched in Ireland. The move is expected to boost competition within the market.
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Aoife Barry, journalist and author of Social Capital, and Ian Power, CEO of Spunout.ie, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending stories including Leaving Cert reforms, the rise of Bluesky after Trump's election and Robbie Keane's wife hits out at 'dangerous' comments.
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Sean Ronayne, ornithologist and author of Nature Boy: A Journey of Birdsong and Belonging, spoke to Matt about his love of nature, and his project to record every bird species in Ireland, and the importance of conservation.
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Episode 5: In the run up to the big day, join Today FM's Ben Finnegan as he covers what's being said across the political spectrum to help give you the best chance of being informed at the ballot box.
On day 8 of the campaign, Fianna Fáil launches their plan to tackle crime leading to a fight back from Fine Gael, we delve into People Before Profit's transport policy focuses on their key free of charge proposal and Labour's proposals for the primary care sector.
Sean Defoe also joins Ben for a round up of the first week of the campaign.
Episode 4: In the run up to the big day, join Today FM's Ben Finnegan as he covers what's being said across the political spectrum to help give you the best chance of being informed at the ballot box.
On day 7 of the campaign Sion Harris reveals Fine Gael's election slogan, People Before Profit Solidarity launch their manifesto, Sinn Féin put forward their immigration plan and Andrew Lowth joins us to discuss the Finna Fáil healthcare plan.
Paul McAuliffe, Fianna Fáil spokesperson on social protection, local government and electoral reform, and Pa Daly, Sinn Fein justice spokesperson, join The Last Word to discuss what their parties would do to manage crime and increase safety on the streets if they are in the next government.
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George Hamilton is the latest inductee into the Culture Club.
The legendary sports commentator, Lyric FM presenter and author of The Hamilton Notes joins The Last Word to discuss his favourite music, books, movies and more.
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Episode 3: In the run up to the big day, join Today FM's Ben Finnegan as he covers what's being said across the political spectrum to help give you the best chance of being informed at the ballot box.
On day 6 of the campaign Fine Gael launched their childcare policies including their commitment to the 'baby bundles', The Social Democrats, Labour and Fianna Fáil all announced pledges around renters and home delivery, and Ellen Butler joins us to discuss how these housing policies stack up.
Elon Musk was one of the biggest contributors to US president-elect Donald Trump’s election campaign and now he will play a significant role in the Trump administration as he is appointed to lead a new government efficiency agency.
Eric Lipton, investigative reporter with the New York Times in Washington, joins The Last Word to discuss how tech billionaire Musk and his businesses stand to benefit from Trump's presidency.
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On Wednesday, The Last Word continued its buildup to November 29th’s general election, this time looking at how immigration will affect how people cast their votes.
Colm Brophy, Fine Gael TD for Dublin South-West and Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín joined Matt to discuss their positions on the subject.
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On day six of the campaign trial, Gary Murphy Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU, joined Matt to assess the election campaign so far, and to consider whether a Trump-style Department of Government Efficiency could work in Ireland.
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On Tuesday’s music slot, John Caddell and music journalist Zara Hedderman reacted to the news that Robbie Williams is set to play Croke Park next summer.
Also up for discussion was the upcoming BBC Two documentary ‘Boybands Forever’, Olivia Rodrigo announcing a date for Marlay Park and Simon & Garfunkel’s reconciliation.
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In the run up to the big day, join Today FM's Ben Finnegan as he covers what's being said across the political spectrum to help give you the best chance of being informed at the ballot box.
On day 5 of the campaign we have Sinn Fein launching their housing policy, The Green Party launching their manifesto and Andrew Lowth joins Ben to discuss what parties are pledging to do with the Apple tax money.
Author and journalist Catherine Sanz joins The Last Word to discuss her book 'Drama Drives Interest: The Web Summit Story' which looks at the rise and fall, and rise again, of the massive tech event and its notorious CEO Paddy Cosgrave.
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Minister of State with responsibility for Public Procurement, eGovernment and Circular Economy and Green Party candidate Ossian Smyth and Senator Fiona O'Loughlin, Fianna Fáil candidate, join The Last Word to debate what climate actions their parties' will take if they are in the next government.
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Over the next three weeks politicians will be pounding the pavements, knocking on doors, kissing babies and making promises.
After months of speculation - a General Election will take place in Ireland.
Polling day will be Friday, November 29th.
In the run up to the big day, join Today FM's Ben Finnegan as he covers what's being said across the political spectrum to help give you the best chance of being informed at the ballot box.
With a new episode coming every weekday evening you won’t miss a thing.
To kick us off, we have Michael O'Leary's teaching moment, a housing debate and promises to end government waste.
Manchester City lost their fourth consecutive game for the first time in Pep Guardiola’s career, leaving his side 5 points adrift of Liverpool at the top of the table.
How concerned should Guardiola be about City’s form, and is Liverpool’s momentum sustainable throughout the season?
Miguel Delaney, Chief Football Writer with The Independent and Off The Ball’s Will O’Callaghan joined Matt on Monday for a debrief of the weekend’s Premier League results.
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Ireland were beaten by the All Blacks on Friday night in their opening fixture of the 2024 Autumn Internationals, ending their 19-game unbeaten run at the Aviva Stadium.
Matt was joined by Paul Wallace and Will O’Callaghan from Off The Ball to discuss how Andy Farrell's side will look to bounce back against Argentina and the lack of atmosphere inside the stadium.
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In the first of our election debates, Eoin Ó Broin, housing spokesperson for Sinn Féin, and Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure and Fine Gael housing spokesperson, joined Matt to debate the housing crisis, which remains the biggest issue for many voters heading to the polls on November 29th.
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Fine Gael is scrambling to limit the fallout after controversial comments Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary made about teachers at a party event.
Daniel McConnell, editor of the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss what's been going on in the first few days of the general election campaign.
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Orla Ryan from TheJournal.ie and Eoghan Tomás McDermott, Managing Director at the Communications Clinic, join Matt to discuss the big news stories of the week.
Donald Trump’s victory hailed as ‘the biggest political comeback in US history,’ General Election 2024 gets underway at home, and fans clash in Amsterdam after Ajax vs Maccabi Tel Aviv tie.
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The 2024 general election is officially underway with just three weeks until polling day on Friday, November 29.
Gary Murphy, professor of politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU,Sarah Carey, columnist with the Irish Independent, and Daniel McConnell, editor of the Business Post, join The Last Word to discuss the issues that could define the general election campaign.
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Miguel Delaney, Chief Football Writer with The Independent, has released his new book “States of Play: How Sportswashing Took Over Football”. It looks at how modern football has never been more powerful, yet the injection of money into the sport is creating a host of issues on a global scale.
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Andy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to talk about the best home sound system tech to elevate your listening experience.
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After Donald Trump was elected as the 47th US President this week, environmental campaigners have expressed concerns about his impact on attempts to tackle climate change.
Environmental commentator John Gibbons joined Matt to discuss this on Thursday’s The Last Word.
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Eoghan Murphy was Minister for Housing from 2017 to 2020 and it was a tenure that received widespread criticism as homeless figures continued to rise and the housing crisis worsened.
He has released his book “Running from Office: Confessions of Ambition and Failure in Politics” about his time in government and on Thursday, he joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss it.
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Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss what impact Donald Trump's US presidential victory will have on the economy in Ireland, Europe and the rest of the world.
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Donald Trump has been elected US president for a second time, making a remarkable comeback from his loss against Joe Biden in 2020.
Marion McKeone, US correspondent for the Business Post, Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist, and Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at University of Galway and political columnist with TheJournal.ie, join The Last Word to discuss Trump's victory and what his second term as president will look like.
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Matt was joined by Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU and Danny McConnell, Editor, Business Post, to discuss the impact of Donald Trump's victory for Irish politics, trade and security.
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As millions head to the polls in the United States the knife-edge presidential election is still all to play for.
Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent for the Business Post, join The Last Word to assess each candidate's performance in the final days of the campaign and concerns about violence over election outcome.
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Lawrence Donegan, author of the ‘GoodbyeDonald?’ Substack blog spoke to The Last Word live from Mar-a-Lago in Florida to give an update on the feeling on the ground as voting continues in the 2024 US Presidential race.
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The cap on passenger numbers at Dublin Airport, which was due to come into effect next summer, is set to be paused after a decision by the High Court on Monday.
Ian Guider joined Matt for The Last Word’s daily business news to explain the decision.
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Sarah Carey, Columnist at the Irish Independent, Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU and Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Mirror spoke to Matt about how the coming weeks could play out for each political party once the general election is called.
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Russell Alford, co-restaurant critic with The Sunday Times and one half of the Gastro Gays, returns to The Last Word to discuss more of his favourite foodie travel destinations.
This time he talks about the best food and restaurants in Seoul, South Korea and Chicago in the US.
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US presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump spent the weekend making last ditch efforts to drum up support before polling day.
With just one day to go, Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at the University of Galway and political columnist with The Journal, joins The Last Word to asses each of the candidates' chances and what could happen once polls close.
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Seven-time All-Ireland winner with Kilkenny Richie Hogan has released his new autobiography, “What It Takes”.
He joined Matt to talk about his career that lasted almost two decades, infamous run-ins with teammates at training and what it’s like to be in the pundit’s chair after so much time spent as a player.
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Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael appear to have joined forces to block a strategy from the Green Party, which includes new anti-pollution taxes for motorists, just before the general election is called.
Tabitha Monahan, political reporter with the Irish Independent, and Brian Leddin, Green Party TD for Limerick City, join The Last Word to discuss.
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Dave Hanratty, host of the No Encore podcast and Voices Editor and Podcast Producer with TheJournal.ie, Laura Byrne, joined Matt on Friday for The Week Trending.
Up for discussion was the fake Halloween parade on O’Connell Street, Michael Healy Rae’s use of a Taylor Swift deepfake ahead of the general election and Saoirse Ronan’s viral moment on last Friday’s Graham Norton Show.
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In the final days of the US presidential election, the race is on a knife edge as Donald Trump and Kamala Harris focus on getting as many people out to vote as possible.
Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post, join The Last Word to discuss why the race is so close, Trump's promise to 'protect women' and more.
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There’s huge Irish interest in the big screen this week as the hotly anticipated ‘Small Things Like These’ starring Cillian Murphy and Eileen Walsh hits cinemas.
Also due for release this weekend is Steve McQueen’s latest film ‘Blitz’, set during World War II and starring Saoirse Ronan.
Roe McDermott, Movies Editor with Hotpress, joined Matt to give her reviews.
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Andy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to discuss a range of devices that allow viewers to get the best out of their streaming services.
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We’re just 5 days away from the US election, and both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have headed to the western states in their final attempts to sway voters in their favour.
Lawrence Donegan, Author of the ‘GoodbyeDonald?’ Substack blog and US-based journalist Dave Hannigan joined Matt to continue The Last Word’s countdown to November 5th.
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The death toll in Spain has surpassed 150 people after parts of Valencia saw a year’s worth of rainfall in eight hours.
Environmental commentator John Gibbons joined Matt to explain how climate change has an impact on extreme weather events.
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Broadcasting legend Marty Whelan was this week’s inductee into The Last Word’s Culture Club.
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Britain had its first budget under the new Labour government today and Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves set out a plan to raise £40 billion in taxes as she promised to "fix the foundations" of the economy.
Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to asses the UK budget and discuss more of the day's business news.
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Matt spoke to journalist, producer and author Trevor Birney about his book Shooting Crows.
The book details his arrest and investigation over his documentary from 2017 on the collusion between the RUC and Loyalists in the Loughlinisland Massacre.
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Munster have confirmed the departure of head coach Graham Rowntree following a poor start in the season for the club.
Liam Toland, former Munster and Leinster player, joins The Last Word to discuss Rowntree's shock exit and what's next for Munster.
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A comedian at a Donald Trump rally in New York's Madison Square Garden called Puerto Rico "a floating island of garbage" sparking outrage amongst both Democrats and Republicans.
Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post, join The Last Word just one week out from polling day in the US.
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Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor at the Sunday World, has released her new book “Web Of Betrayal: Murder In Ireland’s Brutal Gangland”, which looks at the murder of Robbie Lawlor and gives an insight into the infamous gangland feud in Drogheda, Co. Louth.
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A new survey has found that Dublin is the second most expensive city in Europe. The clocks are going back this weekend, but should they? And King Charles was heckled while visiting Australia.
Roe McDermott, advice columnist with the Irish Times, and Kieran Cunningham, chief sports writer with the Irish Daily Star, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending stories.
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Traders in Dublin city centre are taking a High Court challenge over traffic measures introduced by the city council in August.
Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss this and more of the day's business news, including the Irish business man who wants to be the next chief executive of fashion brand Boohoo.
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With 11 days to go until America goes to the polls, Bruce Springsteen is the latest celebrity to endorse Kamala Harris for the presidency. He appeared at her rally in Georgia on Thursday night, which drew approximately 20,000 people.
Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at the University of Galway and political columnist with TheJournal.ie Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with the Business Post joined Matt for Friday’s update from the States.
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Writers Kevin Barry, Edel Coffey, Christine Bohan, Conor Niland and Bert Wright from the An Post Irish Book Awards joined Matt as he unveiled the nominees for this year's Last Word Listeners' Choice category.
They also discussed the importance of the awards and why Ireland is a literary powerhouse.
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John Gibbons returned for The Last Word’s weekly environment slot on Thursday.
Up for discussion was the success of the deposit return scheme, whether nature’s carbon sink is failing, the Climate Change Advisory Council’s warning that Ireland could face an €8bn fine by 2030 if we fail to meet our climate targets and the effectiveness of disruptive climate protests.
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There's bad news for drivers as road tolls will rise on motorways once again next year, the fourth increase since 2022.
Geraldine Herbert, motoring editor with the Sunday Independent, joins The Last Word to discuss why tolls are increasing and also the further rollout of average speed cameras on Irish roads.
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The number of job vacancies has fallen significantly in the past year according two new reports looking at the Irish jobs market.
Ian Guider joins The Last Word to discuss this and more of the day's business news.
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The Swing Cats frontman Luke Thomas, who will be performing alongside Una Healy at this year’s Guinness Cork Jazz Festival, joined Matt for this week’s Culture Club.
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From social setting to price point, Brigid O’Hora, author of ‘The Home Sommelier’, knows exactly what to look for when picking up the perfect bottle of wine.
On Wednesday, she joined Matt on The Last Word to share some tips.
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Veterinary surgeon Noel Fitzpatrick, aka the Supervet, joins The Last Word to discuss his new book 'Dogs And Their Humans' which tells the stories of healing and hope from his surgery and explores the unique relationship between dogs and the people that care for them.
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The tragic death of former One Direction singer Liam Payne has raised questions in the music industry about the duty of care for young artists.
Former boyband singer Robbie Williams and former X-Factor contestant Katie Waissel are among those who have raised concerns about the care and support provided to musicians in the industry.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy join The Last Word to reflect on the effects of sudden stardom and what more can be done to protect young stars.
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Journalist and author Lara Marlowe has written a book about Lieutenant Yulia Mykytenko, who, at 29 years of age, has been fighting on the frontline for Ukraine since 2016.
Lara, Yulia and Nazar Yatsyshyn spoke to Matt about what the future holds for Ukraine after Russia’s invasion in February 2022.
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US presidential nominees Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are neck and neck in the polls just two weeks out from the election.
Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at the University of Galway and columnist with The Journal, Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post, join The Last Word to discuss how both candidates are faring as they try to convince the undecided voters.
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On Tuesday, Matt was joined by chef Neven Maguire to discuss the release of his 20th book “Eat Out At Home”.
He talked about how to create the ideal dinner party menu, being 35 years in business at MacNean House in Blacklion and his love for 90’s dance music.
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Dublin city needs 1,000 extra gardaí over three years and more cultural spaces according to a new report from a group tasked with developing proposals to improve the capital.
David McRedmond, chief executive of An Post and chair of the Dublin City Taskforce, joins The Last Word to discuss these proposals.
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Ulster beat Connacht in the interprovincial final in Croke Park on Saturday night, where the Football Review Committee’s proposed rule changes were trialled.
Former All-Ireland winner with Galway, Ray Silke, and Off The Ball’s Will O’Callaghan joined Matt to give their verdict on whether the rules could improve the game in the long run.
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Have you ever dreamt of coming face to face with gorillas in the wild?
Sarah Slattery from the travelexpert.ie recently ticked gorilla trekking in Rwanda off her bucket list and she joins The Last Word to talk about her experience.
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Daniel McConnell, Editor of the Business Post, joined Matt to run through the day’s political stories.
They discussed when the general election is likely to be called, how Gerry “The Monk” Hutch is reportedly considering running as an independent candidate and Heather Humphreys becoming the latest Fine Gael TD to step down.
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Written with Wham! band mate Andrew Ridgeley when George Michael was just 17 years old, Careless Whisper is now a modern-day classic.
‘Careless Whisper’ holds a truly unparalleled legacy that resulted in George Michael becoming the youngest recipient of an Ivor Novello Award at just 21 years old, propelling him into global superstardom.
Today, 40 years after its release, ’Careless Whisper’ resonates even more with new generations of listeners, with TikTok currently surpassing 700 million views, while on YouTube the video averages close to half a million views every day.
It is also a member of YouTube’s and Spotify’s exclusive Billions Club.
Join Today FM's Steve K for a Last Word Special on George Michael's iconic "Careless Whisper."
On the week trending Orla Ryan of thejournal.ie and Russell Alford, one half of the GastroGays discuss the tributes to singer Liam Payne and the criticism levelled at some media outlets for the way his death was reported.
They also chat about the continued election speculation, and protests by members of the hospitality sector.
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Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post, join The Last Word to discuss Kamala Harris' appearance on Fox News, Donald Trump dropping out of interviews due to 'exhaustion' and more news from the US presidential election.
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Lawrence Donegan has been travelling across the USA ahead of the US Presidential Election on November 5th and on Thursday, he joined Matt from Texas to describe the mood among voters before they go to the polls.
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Author of 'The Girl On The Train' Paula Hawkins joins The Last Word to discuss her new mystery thriller 'The Blue Hour' which is very different to her previous work.
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On Thursday’s The Last Word, Matt and John Gibbons discussed whether implementing limits on data centres and passenger numbers at Dublin Airport will help or hinder Ireland’s economic progress.
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How can you use tech to make your kitchen smarter?
Andy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to discuss the best kitchen tech and gadgets to improve your kitchen.
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New figures from the CSO show that house prices rose by more than 10% in the year to August, the fastest rate of increase in more than two years.
Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss rising house prices and challenges in increasing housing supply.
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On Wednesday’s The Last Word, Matt was joined by Nicola Hanney, who released her autobiography “Stronger: What Didn’t Kill Me, Made Me”.
She recounted the abuse she suffered at the hands of her former partner Paul Moody, who was sentenced to three years and three months for coercive control.
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Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Independent, explained why motor insurance premiums are 15 times the rate of inflation, how energy credits will be received by customers, and new research that shows that less than one third of mortgage holders have considered switching.
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Joe Canning is widely regarded as one of the greatest hurlers to ever play the game.
He has released his autobiography ‘My Story’ and joined Matt to discuss his club and intercounty career, the influence his family had on him, and whether he was tempted to rejoin the Galway setup to play under Henry Shefflin.
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Donald Trump is ramping up his racist and fascist statements with just three weeks to go in the US presidential campaign.
Marion McKeone and Cal Thomas join The Last Word to discuss the Republican candidate's increasingly chilling rhetoric about immigrants and the 'radical left'.
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From Everest base camp to Skellig Michael, Sarah Slattery, thetravelexpert.ie, had a rundown of all the best adventure holiday destinations and activities.
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On The Last Word on TV and Streaming this week Matt is joined by Joe O'Shae and Aisling Bonner to chat about everything new in the world of tv this week.
With Traitors coming to Ireland, the new season of Gra ar an Tra being pulled days before release and rumours of who will be in I'm A Celeb Jungle, there is plenty to talk about.
Former Irish Rugby International Johnny Sexton spoke to Matt about his career with Ireland and Leinster, the impact of concussion on rugby players, and his new autobiography, Obsessed.
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New research from the Central Bank has found that one in twenty buildings in Ireland struggle to get insurance for flooding, and that this issue could worsen in the future.
Ian Guider, Columnist with the Business Post, spoke to Matt about this and the how shares in Flutter and other UK bookmakers have fallen, on Monday’s business news.
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Sinn Féin has received criticism for how it handled an allegation made against former member Brian Stanley. The matter has since been passed on to the gardaí.
Matt was joined by Editor of the Business Post, Daniel McConnell, and the Irish Examiner’s Special Correspondent, Michael Clifford, to assess how this will impact the party.
For further discussion, Matt then spoke to Pa Daly, Justice Spokesperson for Sinn Féin and Jennifer Carroll MacNeill, Fine Gael TD and Minister of State with responsibility for European Affairs and Defence.
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The Week Trending with Ben Finnegan and Sarah McGuinness this week chatting about the suspected spy in the Oireachtas, calls for road signs As Gaeilge, and Portugal’s tax incentives for young people.
Next week’s interprovincial series will trial new rules in an attempt to improve the game of Gaelic football.
So, what are they, and could they make the sport more entertaining?
Michael Foley, sportswriter with the Sunday Times and the Irish Independent’s GAA Correspondent, Colm Keys, discussed it with Matt.
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Psychologist Allison Keating's new book, 'It's All Too Much, aims to guide people who are overwhelmed, anxious or stressed out by modern life.
She joins The Last Word to discuss practical tools that can help with anxiety, stress and panic attacks.
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Dr Illona Duffy and Andy O’Donoghue spoke to Matt for an extended Tech Thursday where they discussed how technology is advancing GP care and at home care and assessed home testing kits.
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On this week's environment slot, commentator John Gibbons spoke to Matt about the impact that Hurricane Milton has had on Florida.
Here in Ireland, national parks are set to get legal status in the hope of providing them with greater protections.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene has doubled down on her theory that the weather can be controlled, despite experts debunking her statements.
Does she actually believe what she’s saying, or is it a cynical move in order to whip up populism? That’s a question Matt posed to nationally syndicated columnist Cal Thomas on Thursday’s programme.
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Matt was joined by author and playwright Michael Harding, author of “I Loved Him From The Day He Died”.
The memoir focuses on the relationship he had with his father, who died when Harding was 23.
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Poet and playwright Rita Ann Higgins is the latest inductee into the Culture Club. She discussed her new collection The Long Weekend and the music, books, and films that have been influential in her life and work.
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Electric vehicle sales are continuing to plummet with new figures showing that they are down by 25% so far this year.
Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss why demand for EVs has dropped so much and more of the day's business news.
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John Caddel and Dee Reddy join Matt for your weekly music round up.
Picks of the week, Pink Floyd updates and so much more!
Paul Tweed is a leading defamation lawyer who has won cases for stars like Britney Spears. His new book 'From Holywood to Hollywood' reflects on his life protecting the reputations of the rich and famous.
Tweed joins The Last Word to discuss his career and his call for governments to take action against Big Tech and AI.
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Florida residents have been advised to evacuate their homes as the state braces itself for Hurricane Milton.
Meanwhile, Elon Musk attracted attention after his appearance at Donald Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday.
Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with the Business Post and nationally syndicated columnist Cal Thomas joined Matt for Tuesday’s update on all that’s happening in the US.
Over 40,000 lives have been lost so far.
On the anniversary of the Oct 7th attacks by Hamas, Alex Thomson joins Matt from Israel as further Hezbollah attacks continue.
Hannah McCarthy and Declan Power join Matt to discuss the situation as it continues to progress.
Billy Hann, CEO of Dublin Bus, joined Matt to discuss the 20-week pilot scheme for Dublin Bus aimed at curbing the rise of anti-social behaviour on public transport.
He also discussed the estimated costs of a contactless ticketing system for public transport.
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For many when they go on holidays the food experience is just as important as the sites and activities.
That's certainly the case for Russell Alford, co-restaurant critic at The Sunday Times and one half of the Gastro Gays. He joins The Last Word to discuss some of his top foodie destinations.
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Does Kamala Harris need to step up before the election? Who are the polls favouring?
Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone join Matt to discuss this weeks US election updates and where both candidates stand in the lead up to election day.
John Gibbons joins Matt to discuss the outlines of the environmental protection agency report and the deficits that have been highlighted in policy programs laid out.
Two years ago, Bernard Phelan was arrested in Iran and detained in a notorious prison for seven months after being falsely accused of spying.
Phelan recounts this terrifying experience in a new book 'You Will Die In Prison' and he joins The Last Word to discuss.
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Education Minister Norma Foley spoke to Matt following Tuesday's Budget 2025 and proposals to spend €9m on a scheme for mobile phone pouches for secondary schools.
Andy O'Donoghue reacted to the proposal and outlined how the scheme has worked in other countries.
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This week on The Last Word On The US, Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone join Matt to discuss the Vice President debate between JD Vance and Tim Waltz.
Illustrator and musician David Rooney joined Matt for the Culture Club this week, where he discussed the inspiration for his book, The Story Of The Great Irish Famine.
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Ireland's fiscal watchdog has slammed Budget 2025, calling on the Government to get "serious" and avoid repeating "the boom-to-bust pattern of its past."
Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council's reaction to the budget and other business news.
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Lots of money was given out in Budget 2025 but has it done enough to tackle high costs?
Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent, joins The Last Word to discuss whether you are really any better off after the giveaway budget.
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It's The Budget 2025!
Matt is joined by representatives from 4 sectors; Restaurants Association, Construction Confederation, Retail Excellence Ireland and National Women's Council to discuss the impact of the Budget on their businesses and representatives.
It's the Budget 2025 special!
Matt is joined by Dan O’Brien, Chief economist at the Institute of International and European Affairs, Holly Cairns, Social Democrats leader and Ged Nash, Labour finance spokesperson, to discuss who the Budget will actually benefit, and are we are set for another crash due to the dependence on the multinational sector?
Minister for Finance Jack Chambers joins The Last Word to discuss Budget 2025 including the USC cut, the €2.2 billion cost of living package and the supports for businesses.
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Minister for Finance Jack Chambers and Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, today unveiled its multi-billion euro Budget for 2025.
Ian Guider Columnist with the Business Post, Nancy Fallon, Tax Partner at KPMG and Daniel McConnell, Editor of the Business Post joined Matt to break down where the government’s finances will be spent over the coming year.
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Ian Guider, Columnist with the Business Post, joined Matt for Monday’s business news.
Up for discussion was how inflation in Ireland has dropped to a three-year low, Ryanair cutting 14 winter routes from Dublin Airport and Bank of Ireland appointing Akshaya Bhargava as its new chairman.
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Getting out of the country around the Halloween holidays can be super expensive.
So Sarah Slattery has the best Halloween breaks closer to home.
Former guard and author of Traces of Truth, Ciaran Prior joins Matt to discuss his life as a crime scene investigator within the force.
Ian Guider spoke to Matt on Friday’s business news about how Meta has been fined €91m by the Data Protection Commission following an investigation into the storage of passwords.
Meanwhile, a review by DNG has found that house prices in Dublin have risen by 8.4% over the past 12 months.
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Plans to cut university parking spaces, the phenomenon of Sally Rooney and the death of Oscar-winning actress Maggie Smith.
Lorcan Nyhan, head of training at the Communications Clinic, and Roe McDermott, advice columnist with the Irish Times, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending stories.
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Minister Heather Humphreys has briefed the cabinet on new regulations to ban the importation, breeding and sale of XL Bully Dogs.
Dog Behaviourist Suzi Walsh and Veterinary Officer James Madden join Mario to discuss whether this is the correct solution.
Brian Lloyd joins Mario to chat about Francis Ford Coppola's new release Megalopolis; a movie that has been postponed since the 80s.
Andy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to discuss the best digital and Bluetooth radios to allow you listen to your favourite shows.
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Sinéad Crowley joins Matt in the studio for this week's Culture Club and to discuss the release of her new book Author of A Maid on Fifth Avenue.
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Three Wagamama restaurants in Dublin have closed after receivers were appointed to the restaurants that are part of the Press Up Group.
Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss this and more in the business news.
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Eoghan O'Mara Walsh, chief executive of the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation, spoke to Matt about calls for Government for the sector ahead of Budget 2025.
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Nationally syndicated columnist Cal Thomas and US Correspondent with the Business Post Marion McKeone joined Matt for The Last Word’s weekly US slot where Matt began by asking about the significance of the Pennsylvanian vote in November’s presidential election.
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Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent joined Matt to discuss how taxi fares are to rise by 9% in December. Will this lead to more people opting to stay at home instead of going out?
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Liam Gallagher has hit out at critics of his 'angelic tones', saying that 'imposters' are not welcome at the Oasis reunion shows.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy join The Last Word to discuss this as well as news that Justin Timberlake will play two gigs in Ireland next year and more.
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Driverless taxis have been operating in San Francisco since last August marking a significant milestone in the progress for autonomous vehicles.
Elaine Burke, host of the For Tech's Sake podcast, was recently in the city and joins The Last Word to talk about her experience of being a passenger in a driverless car.
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Laura Kennedy joins Matt int eh studio to discuss her new book, Some of Our Parts.
As a philosopher and author, Laura takes us through the complexities of the labels we place upon ourself and how we can navigate these.
The Government has been slammed for dropping plans for hate speech laws because of a lack of the consensus on the wording.
Also, President Michael D Higgins has claimed that a letter he wrote congratulating his Iranian counterpart was leaked by Israel.
Daniel McConnell, editor of the Business Post, Alan Shatter, former minister for justice and Fianna Fáil Senator Lisa Chambers join The Last Word to discuss the hate speech legislation and the President’s letter to Iran.
President Higgins has also clashed with Taoiseach Simon Harris in relation to immigration and homelessness. Gary Gannon, Social Democrats TD, and Fine Gael Senator Barry Ward join The Last Word to discuss this.
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Are you a binge watcher or do you space out your series?
This week on the Last Word on TV and Streaming, Elaine and Joe give us the best in TV and streaming to get you through the week.
Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie joined Matt for The Last Word’s weekly travel slot, giving you all the best tips and tricks for booking a ski holiday this winter.
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The United Rugby Championship kicks off this weekend with Leinster away to Edinburgh on Friday night, Munster hosting Connacht and Ulster facing Glasgow Warriors on Saturday.
Matt spoke to Billy Holland, Liam Toland and Paul Wallace about each province’s ambitions for the season ahead.
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Exploding pagers killing at least 12 people and wounding 3,000 people.
This has led to an exchange of strikes between Israel and Hezbollah and growing fears of further escalation.
Matt spoke to our foreign correspondent in Beirut, Hannah McCarthy to see how the situation is escalating.
Molly Nic Céile, author of Gaeilge i mo Chroí, joins The Last Word to talk about learning to love the Irish language.
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John Gibbons joins The Last Word to discuss climate change causing the earth to vibrate, life or death for cities should the earth continue to warm and overcoming climate fatalism.
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Tom Clonan, Independent Senator, retired Army Officer and former Lecturer at TU Dublin, joined Mario Rosenstock to give his assessment of this week’s walkie-talkie and pager attacks in Lebanon which left dozens dead and hundreds injured.
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A study by Maynooth University has suggested that homework tasks of up to 15 minutes can be more beneficial than longer time periods.
Mario Rosenstock was joined by Professor Andrew Parnell, Hamilton Professor and Director of the Hamilton Institute at Maynooth University and Jennifer Horgan, teacher and Irish Examiner columnist, to discuss the findings.
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But for how long? Will it disband in November for the election or in January for a rumored February election?
Gary Murphy, Elaine Loughlin and Kevin Cunningham join Matt to discuss the potential timeline.
Comedian Killian Sundermann was the latest inductee into The Last Word’s Culture Club this week.
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Hezbollah has vowed to retaliate after wave of exploding pagers killed 12 people and injured thousands in cities across Lebanon.
Hannah McCarthy, foreign correspondent in Beirut, joins The Last Word to outline the situation in Lebanon as there are reports of a second wave of explosions.
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Amazon has told its staff that they must return to the office five days a week in January 2025, ending its hybrid working policy.
Meanwhile, Intel have announced that they are postponing new factories in Germany and Poland for two years, meaning that the Leixlip plant will remain as the company’s “lead European hub”.
Ian Guider covered these topics on Tuesday’s business news.
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Many children in Ireland are overweight "because they have to be driven everywhere" according to the deputy leader of the Green Party.
Senator Róisín Garvey joins The Last Word along with Prof Dónal O'Shea, HSE clinical lead on obesity, and Jen Hogan, parenting columnist with the Irish Times, to discuss the factors that are leading to around 20 per cent of primary school children being overweight or obese.
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The new book is out now; Sophie: The Final Verdict.
Author Senan Molony joins Matt to discuss how the evidence is laid out in his book and why a case was never brought forward that ended in a life sentence for Ian Bailey.
Donald Trump has received criticism after conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer joined his campaign trail, with some Republican supporters concerned the move could cost him Georgia and North Carolina in November’s election.
Nationally syndicated columnist Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with the Business Post, joined Matt to discuss.
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It's prostate cancer awareness month and the Marie Keating Foundation are asking men to 'stand up for your prostate and pay attention to your pee' to recognise any signs and symptoms of prostate cancer early.
Helen Forristal, Urology Nurse Specialist and Director of Nursing Services at the Marie Keating Foundation is here to give us all the information.
Tánaiste Micheál Martin said on Monday that Ireland’s Apple tax will be used to “copper-fasten” investment in housing in the country in the coming years.
Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien joined Matt on from the Fianna Fáil think-in to discuss how much the issue of housing will influence the upcoming general election campaign.
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Ras Al-Khaimah is the northernmost emirate in the United Arab Emirates and is quickly becoming a popular holiday destination, particularly for those in search of adventure.
Sarah Slattery from the travelexpert.ie joins The Last Word to explain what Ras Al-Khaimah has to offer.
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We’ve got potential presidents spouting cat-eating conspiracy theories, another weird statue; this one of Queen Elizabeth in Antrim. And The UK moving to ban junk food TV ads pre-watershed, should Ireland follow suit?
Joe O’Shea, editor of Corkbeo.ie, and Jennifer Horgan, columnist with the Irish Examiner join The Last Word to discuss the week’s trending stories.
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Matt was joined by Liam O’Callaghan, author of Blood and Thunder: Rugby and Irish Life: A History, which looked at how rugby in Ireland has become a sporting success, despite its small population.
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John Gibbons brings us the weekly environment round up.
The All Ireland Hedgehog Survey has warned that these robot mowers pose a large risk to the species.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent, was back with Matt on Thursday and they discussed how the Central Bank is to disband its consumer protection directorate.
They also covered how the ECB has found that the Central Bank’s mortgage rules that cap borrowing for potential homebuyers negatively impact younger, middle and lower income households.
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Apple has launched its much anticipated iPhone 16, with new AI features, but Apple is not the only tech company releasing high quality and innovative products.
Andy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to discuss Apple's latest launch and how it stacks up against new releases from companies like Google and Samsung.
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CCTV is set to be used to catch illegal littering in Dublin city – but only if someone does it from their car.
Green Party Dublin City Councillor Janet Horner and Liam Herrick, Executive Director for the Irish Council for Civil Liberties, joined Matt to discuss the idea.
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The author of The Revelation Of Ireland joins Matt for this week's Culture Club to discuss his favourite music, movies, books, tv shows and more in the Culture Club.
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Tánaiste Micheál Martin joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss Tuesday’s Apple Tax ruling and what will be done with the money available to the government, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and how Anglo-Irish relations can improve going forward.
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With less than two months to go to the US presidential election, Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and former Republican President Donald Trump have clashed in the first, a possibly only, debate between the candidates.
Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post, and Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at the University of Galway and political columnist with The Journal, join The Last Word to discuss how each of the candidates faired in this crucial debate.
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Sarah McGuinness, Assistant News Editor with the Business Post, joined Matt for Tuesday’s business news.
Up for discussion was Shane Lowry’s sponsorship deal with Kingspan ending amid the fallout from the Grenfell fire inquiry, Sky launching a mobile phone service in Ireland and the new features that were unveiled in Apple’s products at their latest launch in California.
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Kamala Harris and Donald Trump took part in the first US Presidential debate on Tuesday night in Philadelphia.
Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with the Business Post and nationally syndicated columnist Cal Thomas looked ahead at what to expect and where the debate could be won and lost.
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A European court has ruled that Apple must pay more than €13 billion in back taxes to Ireland in a significant legal defeat for both the Irish Government and the US tech company.
Daniel Murray, policy editor with the Business Post, Dan O'Brien, chief economist at the Institute of International and European Affairs, and Sinn Féin finance spokesperson Pearse Doherty join The Last Word to discuss the implications of this ruling.
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Elaine Burke and Joe O'Shea discuss the position of The Late Late Show in today's tv environment.
Plus its the end of The Grand Tour but what is ahead for Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May?
David McWilliams, economist and author, joins The Last Word to discuss the human relationship with money as explored in his new book, Money - A Story of Humanity.
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Lucy Letby was sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering seven babies and eight counts of attempted murder at a UK hospital between the summer of 2015 and 2016.
The former neonatal nurse is the most prolific child serial killer in modern British history but there are growing calls for her convictions to be examined due to concerns over some evidence presented at trial.
Nick Ferrari, presenter of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast on LBC Radio, joins The Last Word to discuss this story.
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Are you thinking of booking a last-minute holiday in the coming weeks? On this week's The Last Word on Travel, Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie gave a range of deals on offer that will give you value for money.
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Pulitzer Prize winning author Anne Applebaum joins The Last Word to discuss the threat posed to democracy by authoritarian governments around the world as outlined in her latest book Autocracy Inc.
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Consumer protection body opens investigation into Oasis tickets sale, there's outrage over a €336,000 bike shed and a depiction of 'potato eating' Irish family is pulled from a school book.
Roe McDermott, Irish Times columnist, and Kieran Cunningham, chief sports writer with the Irish Daily Star, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending stories.
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Andy O'Donoghue brought us his top recommendations for the best e-scooters and e-bikes on the market to suit all budgets.
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The government has launched a new plan to improve Ireland’s water quality.
Some details include controls on fertiliser use and a target of 4,500 farm inspections annually.
John Gibbons discussed it on this week’s environment slot.
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A group of Fianna Fáil politicians have put forward a Bill to ban dynamic pricing on tickets following the outrage over the Oasis ticket prices.
Niamh Smyth, Fianna Fáil TD for Cavan-Monaghan , joins The Last Word to discuss the Bill that would extend existing legislation outlawing the resale of tickets above face value.
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Author Christine Dwyer Hickey joins The Last Word to discuss her favourite music, movies, books, tv shows and more in the Culture Club.
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Irish company Kingspan has been heavily criticised in the final report of the inquiry into the Grenfell Tower fire in London in 2017 which led to 72 deaths.
Ian Guider from the Business Post joins The Last Word to discuss the report which found that Kingspan and two other firms engaged in a deliberate strategy to mislead the market about their products.
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Transport Minister Eamon Ryan has warned that Dublin Airport must stick to the passenger cap. He also spoke about the costs of the new Leinster House bicycle shelter.
We’ve heard a lot about dynamic pricing since tickets for Oasis at Croke Park next August went on sale last weekend, but does it impact our everyday spending more than we realise?
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent, joined Matt to tell us which other companies use the system.
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The Department of Education has been criticised after having a Junior Cycle textbook containing “absurdly misconceived and discriminatory” depictions of an Irish family in its curriculum.
Jennifer Horgan, secondary school teacher and Irish Examiner columnist, Peadar Toibin, Meath-West TD and Aontú leader and historian and musician Paddy Cullivan spoke to Matt about the issue.
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There has been widespread outrage over the cost of tickets to Oasis's reunion tour which in some cases more than doubled in price while on sale at the weekend due to dynamic pricing.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy join The Last Word to discuss the controversy and whether the band have put off announcing further dates because of it.
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Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post, join The Last Word to discuss the latest news from the United States as the presidential election draws closer.
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Sinn Féin has unveiled its €39 billion housing plan in which it pledges to deliver 300,000 homes over five years if the party is elected into government.
Eoin Ó Broin, Sinn Féin's housing spokesperson, joins The Last Word to outline what the party would do to solve Ireland's housing crisis.
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Sarah Slattery from the travelexpert.ie spoke to Mario Rosenstock on The Last Word for part two of her look at wellness retreats, where she focuses on what Ireland has to offer from yoga retreats, unique experiences, and spa breaks.
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An Post has identified 20 emerging Irish fiction writers whose work will be promoted in the run up to the annual An Post Irish Book Awards.
Three of these writers, Fíona Scarlett, Michelle Gallen and Ferdia Lennon, join The Last Word to discuss their work and the strength of modern Irish literature.
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Coldplay pledged to reduce their carbon footprint for their ‘Music of the Spheres’ tour, which rolls into Dublin this weekend, but how effective has it been?
Environmental commentator John Gibbons joined Matt to discuss that and how Exxon has predicted that demand for oil will stay at the same level in 2050 as it’s at now.
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Kamala Harris is set to give her first major interview since becoming the Democratic presidential nominee on Thursday night.
Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at University of Galway & Political Columnist with TheJournal.ie joined Matt to discuss what could be in store.
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Andy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to discuss the whether it would be possible to ban access to social media for under-16s and the tools and apps that can help to keep children safe online.
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Émer Dineen actress and creator of 0800 Cupid, a musical extravaganza and cabaret show debuting at Dublin’s Theatre Festival was the latest inductee to The Last Word’s Culture Club.
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The average cost of going to college has risen by more than €500 compared to last year.
Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent, joins The Last Word to discuss why going to third-level has become so expensive and what students and parents can do to reduce the costs.
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The Irish Medical Organisation(IMO) has backed proposals from government ministers to limit young people's access to smartphones and social media. However, the Irish Secondary Schools' Union (ISSU) believes any bans would be unrealistic and there should be better online safety education instead.
Professor Matthew Sadlier from the IMO and Jack McGinn, president of the ISSU, join The Last Word to discuss.
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Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with the Business Post and nationally syndicated columnist Cal Thomas joined Matt for Tuesday’s The Last Word’s Slot.
Up for discussion was Donald Trump threatening to pull out of next month’s debate with Kamala Harris and Robert F Kennedy junior being added to Trump’s transition team, should he win November’s election.
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Journalist and author Aoife Barry joins The Last Word to discuss the announcement that Liam and Noel Gallagher have put aside their differences for a long-awaited reunion tour and will play two nights in Croke Park next year.
Then in The Last Word on Music, John Caddell and Dee Reddy react to the news and look ahead to Coldplay's four nights in Croke Park.
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Friends of the Earth has said that Ireland has ‘just scraped a B- overall grade’ in its attempts to address climate change issues.
Meanwhile, Wind Energy Ireland has urged the government to provide funding to invest in infrastructure to develop offshore wind energy.
Dr. Cara Augustenborg, Assistant Professor, Environmental Policy Programme at UCD and Noel Cunniffe, Chief Executive at Wind Energy Ireland, joined Matt to discuss.
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Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joined Matt for Monday's business news.
They discussed how Aer Lingus is reducing its Dublin-Heathrow service later this year due to passenger numbers not improving since Covid-19 travel restrictions were lifted.
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In a strongly worded interview, Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly, outlined the inappropriate material that teenagers are exposed to online and the litany of harms that can be caused to them.
He vowed to take social media companies to task over their responsibilities and he vowed to ban social media for under 16 year old.
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If you are concerned about harms caused to your child as a result of content viewed online, you can contact:
Samaritans
Samaritans services are available 24 hours a day, for confidential, non-judgmental support.
- Freephone 116 123
- Visit www.samaritans.ie for more information
Pieta
Pieta provide a range of suicide and self-harm prevention services.
- Freephone 1800 247 247 anytime day or night
- Text HELP to 51444 (standard message rates apply)
- Visit www.pieta.ie for more information
Childline
A free 24/7 support service for children and young people up to and including those age 18 years of age.
- Freephone 1800 66 66 66
- Live chat at www.childline.ie
Sarah Slattery from the travelexpert.ie joins The Last Word to discuss some of the best holidays out there for people who want to focus on their health and wellness.
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23% of Leaving Cert candidates did not register for Irish exams this year. It’s the highest figure recorded so far and there has been an increase each year since 2018 where 15% of students received exemptions.
Julian de Spáinn, Ard-Rúnaí - Conradh na Gaeilge and Donald Ewing, Head of Education and Policy, Dyslexia Ireland joined Matt to discuss.
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World Athletics has announced that Bahrain Athletics Association was charged with a number of anti-doping violations before the Paris Olympics, raising the question of why Bahrain's athletics team was allowed to compete?
Ian O'Ríordan, athletics correspondent with the Irish Times, joins The Last Word to discuss the investigation and what it could mean for Irish athlete Rhasidat Adeleke.
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Electric Picnic sells out, Enoch Burke returns to school and young viewers flock to The Rose of Tralee.
Dave Hanratty, host of the No Encore Podcast, and Laura Byrne, column editor and podcast producer with The Journal, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending news stories.
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Author Paul Howard has released the final installment of the Ross O’Carroll-Kelly series, ‘Don’t Look Back in Ongar’.
He spoke to Matt about why he’s decided to end the series after 24 novels.
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'It End With Us', a new film starring Blake Lively based on the hit novel by Colleen Hoover, has been plunged into controversy following its release earlier this month.
Roe McDermott, movies editor from Hot Press, joins The Last Word to explain the controversy surrounding the movie and discuss the week's other movie news.
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John Gibbons was back for this week’s environment slot and he spoke to Matt about how a study from the Lancet Public Health journal suggested that the number of deaths caused by extreme heat and cold could rise in the future.
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US vice presidential candidate Tim Walz delivered his acceptance speech on night three of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Former House speaker Nancy Pelosi and Oprah Winfrey were also among the guests on Wednesday.
Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training at the Communications Clinic, joined Matt to assess their performances.
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Mobile phones could be banned in secondary schools under plans being considered by the Minister for Education Norma Foley.
Rachel Harper, principal of St Patrick's National School in Greystones, and Jennifer Horgan, secondary school teacher and columnist for the Irish Examiner, join The Last Word to discuss the proposal.
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Ahead of the release of the latest album from The Devlins, Peter Devlin joined Matt to talk about his favourite music, movies, books, TV shows and more.
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VHI has announced it will increase the price of its health insurance plans for the second time this year. It follows a similar price increase announcement from Laya Healthcare.
Dermot Goode, head of the Healthcare Division at Lockton Insurance Brokers, joins The Last Word to explain what's going on in the private health insurance market.
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Ailbhe Smyth, feminist and LGBTQ+ activist, joins The Last Word to discuss the legacy of Nell McCafferty who has died aged 80.
There are also excerpts from a 2018 interview with the journalist and feminist campaigner who spoke to The Last Word ahead of the abortion referendum.
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Minister for Education Norma Foley spoke to Matt about free school books, teacher shortages and her plans to ban smart phones in secondary schools.
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Journalist, author and activist Nell McCafferty has died aged 80, her family has announced.
Born in Derry in 1944, McCafferty was a founding member of the Irish Women’s Liberation Movement and spent her life campaigning for women’s rights and against social injustices.
She spoke to Matt in 2018 about why she was voting ‘Yes’ in the abortion referendum.
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Comedian Shane Daniel Byrne spoke to Matt from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where he is debuting his show Trouble Denim, before it comes to the Peacock stage in September.
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US President Joe Biden has passed the baton to the Democratic nominee Kamala Harris in an emotional farewell speech at the party's national convention.
Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post, and Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at University of Galway and political columnist with The Journal, join The Last Word to discuss the Democratic National Convention and more news stories from the United States.
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Fiona O’Malley, CEO of Turn2Me, joined Matt to discuss the signs of working in a toxic environment and how it can impact an employee’s wellbeing.
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Miguel Delaney and Mark Lawrenson join The Last Word to review the first weekend of the Premier League season.
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Ahead of the 2024 Budget, Kevin McPartlan, CEO of Fuels for Ireland joins Matt to discuss how 8 cents per liter could be added to some fuel prices
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On this week's edition of our travel slot, Sarah Slattery from thetravelexpert.ie joins Matt to delve deeper into Brooklyn as well as to point some brand new attractions that might pique your fancy across the Big Apple
As the Premier League returns, Tony Cascarino, Mark Lawrenson and Miguel Delaney join The Last Word to look ahead at the coming season.
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Young people could be offered €750 to stay in Ireland, the world's worst breakdancer breaks her silence and Liz Truss is upstaged by a lettuce (again).
Sarah McGuinness, assistant news editor with the Business Post, and Lorcan Nyhan, head of training at the Communications Clinic, join The Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories.
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To further your education on inflammatory bowel disease and the differences between it and irritable bowel disease, Ciaran Davis and Victoria Spillane, board member with Crohn’s and Colitis Ireland and person with Crohn's Disease join The Last Word
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Are you one of those people who has sworn you’ll learn a new language but just never have the time to get to a class, or do you want to help your kids with their Spanish or French lessons?
Andy O’Donoghue had this rundown of the best language learning apps, online resources and smart translators on the market.
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Bill Whelan, the composer of Riverdance, joins The Last Word to discuss his favourite music, books, tv, movies and more.
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New food trends are constantly popping up on social media and while some are super useful, others can be a complete food fad.
Russell Alford from the Gastrogays joins The Last Word to discuss the trends that are worth the hype and what should be ignored.
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At least 11 inmates from the Portlaoise Prison were hospitalised after a suspected drugs overdose yesterday. Conor Lally, Crime and Security Editor with the Irish Times and Saoirse Brady, Executive Director, Irish Penal Reform Trust discuss the issue of overcrowding and drug taking in prison.
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The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) said that Ryanair and Eir were the two most complained about companies when consumers contacted them in the first 6 months of 2024.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent, joined Mario Rosenstock for The Last Word’s weekly personal finance slot to discuss this.
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Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at the University of Galway and political columnist with The Journal, join The Last Word to discuss Elon Musk's interview with Donald Trump and more of the week's biggest stories from the United States.
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Sunday Times restaurant critic and one half of The Gastro Gays, Russell Alford, joined Mario Rosenstock to give the best tips and tricks for preparing the perfect barbeque.
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Ian Guider, columnist with The Business Post spoke to Will O’Callaghan for Monday’s business news.
Up for discussion was exit packages for Intel’s Ireland staff and the Hardware Association of Ireland’s plan to tackle Ireland’s housing crisis.
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Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sportswriter with the Irish Daily Star and Gavin Cooney, Sportswriter with The42.ie, joined Will O’Callaghan to discuss the government’s pledge to provide an additional €400m of funding for sport following Team Ireland’s success at the Paris Olympic Games.
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Dr Patrick Bury, Senior Lecturer in Security at University of Bath and former NATO analyst explained why this incursion by Ukraine has taken Russia and the rest of the world by surprise.
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Will O’Callaghan was joined by Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke for this week’s TV & Streaming slot and they talked about the return of Emily In Paris, the Olympics closing ceremony and the new season of Strictly Come Dancing.
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Orla Ryan of the Journal.ie and Today FM's Cathal O'Sullivan joins Nathan Murphy to discuss the week's top trending topics from olympics to riots across the UK and Ireland.
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Nicky Ryan and Christine Bohan, co-authors - with Sean Murray - of The Last Disco, discuss how the families of the 48 victims of the Stardust fire pursued justice for more than 40 years.
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Garda Commissioner Drew Harris has reportedly turned down a contract extension and will leave his position next year.
Conor Lally, Crime and Security Editor at The Irish Times, joined Nathan Murphy to discuss.
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Dr. Conor Hanly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and criminologist Trina O’Connor joined Frank Greaney to discuss how quickly the UK legal system has brought people to justice following riots that took place in recent days.
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With August slipping away it's time to talk back to school tech.
Tech journalist, Andy O’Donoghue joins Frank Greaney to discuss the best back to school technology finds as well as how to bag yourself a good deal on second hand laptops
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Frank Greaney was joined by John Gibbons for this week’s environment slot.
Up for discussion was how a Kamala Harris/Tim Walz victory may impact climate change, campaigners warning that cruise ships have doubled in size since 2000 and how 2024 is likely to be the hottest on record.
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Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Pascal Donohoe, joins Frank Greaney following the publication of Ireland's mid-year expenditure performance review.
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Clodagh Lawlor, one of Ireland's youngest award-winning Country Music stars joins Matt for this week's Culture Club.
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Sarah McGuinness, Assistant News Editor with the Business Post joined Matt for Wednesday’s business news. They discussed how Coca- Cola HBC has has seen a drop in sales in the first half of 2024 due to the introduction of the deposit return scheme.
Meanwhile, Eirgrid has warned of a mass exodus of data centres from Ireland if new connection agreements aren’t signed off on.
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Irish author Donal Ryan discusses his latest book, Heart, Be At Peace, where he returns to the terrain and characters of his debut novel, The Spinning Heart.
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Joanne Geary, Managing Director, MyHome.ie, discusses the latest analysis on the second hand housing market.
Dara Keogh, CEO of GeoDirectory, outlines the number of new addresses that have been recorded up to June, where Dublin saw the highest proportion of new homes.
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Following the news that Kamala Harris has selected her VP pick, Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone join Matt to discuss the latest updates in US politics.
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The National Cyber Security Centre has published a plan on how to deal with future cyber emergencies that may occur in Ireland.
Richard Browne, Director with the NCSC joined Matt to discuss it.
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Following the controversial defeat of Ireland's Daina Moorehouse at the Paris Olympics, Gavan Casey, Sportswriter at The42.ie joins the Last Word to discuss the future of boxing at the olympics.
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After a busy week in the world of new, current affairs and pop culture, Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer, Irish Daily Star and Edel Coffey, writer and journalist join Matt to discuss the big headlines of the week.
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The National Youth Council of Ireland has released its pre-budget submission suggesting that more money should be invested in young people.
Kathryn Walsh, NYCI Director of Policy joined Matt to discuss.
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Fred Trump, author of All In The Family: The Trumps And How We Got This Way and nephew of former President and Republican nominee Donald Trump, joins The Last Word to talk about his new book, the makings of the Trump family and the future of America with the possibility of his Uncle returning to the oval office.
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Following remarks made by former president Trump last night, where he said Kamala Harris only recently "turned black", Law Professor with the University of Galway and columnist with the Journal.ie, Larry Donnelly joins Matt to discuss the damage this may do to Trump's campaign.
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Eoin O Broin, Sinn Féin TD and spokesperson on housing outlined the details of Affordable Homes Plan and how the party believes it can deliver started homes at €300,000.
Conor O’Connell, Director of Housing and Planning at the Construction Federation of Ireland explained the challenges faced by the industry in delivering homes, such as infrastructure constraints and a the slow pace of planning permissions granted.
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Earth Overshoot Day 2024, the temperatures at this year’s Olympics and how climate change is impacting tea and coffee supplies were just some of the topics discussed on this week’s environment slot with John Gibbons.
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Lynne Parker, artistic director of Rough Magic Theatre Company, joins The Last Word for The Culture Club where she discusses her favourite cultural choices.
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Bank of Ireland has reported a profit of €1.1bn profit before tax in the first half of 2024, an increase of 5 per cent, helped by higher interest rates.
Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss this and they day's other business news stories.
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Transport Minister Eamon Ryan today published the All-Island Rail Review which aims to “significantly” reduce train journey times and increase the number of direct services between several areas of the country.
He joined Matt to explain the plans.
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Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at University of Galway and political columnist with The Journal, join The Last Word to discuss the biggest news stories from the US including Donald Trump's suggestion that he would end elections if he returns to the White House.
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Author Chris Whitaker discusses his latest novel, All The Colours Of The Dark.
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Fine Gael TD for Mayo Michael Ring has announced that he will not contest the next general election after serving for 30 years in Dáil Eireann.
He spoke to Matt to explain why he made the decision.
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The Dolomites mountain range in Italy can be a year round destination with hiking and cycling in the summer and skiing in the winter.
Sinéad Kennedy, travel expert and author of Life is a Cycle, joins The Last Word to discuss the best things to do and places to stay in this beautiful area.
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Joe O'Shea and Elaine Burke join The Last Word to discuss this weeks top picks in TV and streaming as well as a review of the Olympic Opening Ceremony and the news that Eanna Hardwicke is to play Roy Keane in an upcoming film
Tributes are continuing to pour out for Irish writer Edna O'Brien who passed away over the weekend.
Journalist, Lara Marlowe and film maker and writer Sinead O'Shea join Matt to discuss her life, career and her impact on Ireland.
Sinead O’Carroll, Editor of TheJournal.ie, joined Matt to talk about the stories that have been making headlines ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games.
Up for discussion was Sarah Lavin & Shane Lowry being selected as Ireland’s flag bearers, the inclusion of Steven van de Velde in the Dutch volleyball team, and Charlotte Dujardin stepping down from the British dressage side.
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Jim Waldron, Spokesperson for the National Private Hire and Taxi Association, discussed the reviews into passenger safety measures in taxis after the conviction and sentencing of rapist Raymond Shorten.
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Have you considered retrofitting your home, but you're not sure of the steps involved in the process?
Matt was joined by Dr. Ciaran Byrne, the SEAI’s Director of National Retrofit, to explain what’s involved.
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133 Irish athletes will take part in this year’s Paris Olympics, but which events do we have the best medal hopes in?
Matt spoke to Gavin Cooney, Sportswriter with The42.ie and Neil O’Riordan, Chief Sportswriter with The Irish Sun, to preview the coming weeks.
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Frank Greaney, Today FM courts correspondent, joins The Last Word to discuss the second sentencing of the taxi driver Raymond Shorten.
In June, Shorten was found guilty of raping two female passengers in the back of his cab in 2022.
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Andy O'Donoghue explained how technology in sport has evolved to revolutionised sporting events such as Wimbledon and The Olympic Games.
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Willie White, director of the Dublin Theatre Festival, joins The Last Word for the Culture Club.
He discusses his favourite music, movies, tv and of course theatre.
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Maureen Callahan, journalist and author of Ask Not: The Kennedys and the Women They Destroyed, talks about her expose of the generations of men from the Kennedy political dynasty and how they treated the women in their lives.
Cabinet have approved a deal on the future funding of RTÉ which will see the broadcaster receive €725 million in public money over three years.
Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss where this money will come from and what it will be used for.
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Department of Finance officials have advised the government that congestion charges and car parking levies should not be implemented in Ireland until adequate public transport and other alternatives are made available to road users.
Matt spoke to Fianna Fáil TD Paul McAuliffe & climate and environmental researcher Sadhbh O’Neill about this.
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Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with The Business Post, join The Last Word to discuss US President Joe Biden's legacy, Kamal Harris' presidential campaign and why the US secret service boss has resigned?
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On this week’s music slot, Matt wanted to know what ‘Brat Summer’ is, following the recent release of Charli XCX’s new album ‘Brat’. Dee Reddy and John Caddell were on hand to explain.
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Sunday 21 July was the hottest day ever recorded globally, according to preliminary data from the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service.
Alan O’Reilly from Carlow Weather joined The Last Word to discuss this new record and explain where the Irish summer has gone.
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Covid-19 infection rates are as high as they were during the 2021 winter surge.
Matt spoke to Monaghan GP Dr. Illona Duffy about the impact that the virus is having on patients.
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AN interesting set of results from the first quarter of the financial year for Ryanair as they see profits slide.
Will this mean summer fares will be slashed?
Plus Kildare village shopping centre makes the news with new ownership.
Clare became All-Ireland hurling champions for the fifth time in their history after they defeated Cork after extra-time at Croke Park.
Matt and Will O’Callaghan of Off The Ball & The Hurling Pod spoke to former Limerick hurler Joe Quaid and former All-Ireland winner with Clare Jamesie O’Connor about the result.
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On Sunday, Joe Biden announced he is to step down from US presidential election.
Matt was joined by Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with the Business Post, nationally syndicated columnist Cal Thomas, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway Larry Donnelly, and Anthony Scaramucci from The Rest is Politics US podcast to discuss what lies ahead in the remaining 4 months of the election campaign.
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Frank Greaney, Today FM courts correspondent, joins The Last Word to give details on the sentencing of taxi driver Raymond Shorten for the rape of a seven-year-old child.
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Matt is joined this week by Lise Hand and Ben Finnegan to discuss the trending topics of the week.
Should Politicians be photographed with pints?
Why has Gaelic Football has been added to intangible heritage database?
And why did the Parisian Mayor take a plunge in the Seine?
Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at University of Galway & Political Columnist with TheJournal.ie and US Correspondent with the Business Post, Marion McKeone, joined Matt to discuss how Joe Biden is facing calls to step down from the US Presidential race.
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Barra Roantree from Trinity College Dublin and Minister of State for Financial Services, Neale Richmond join Matt to discuss the likelihood of any changes in inheritance tax in the 2025 budget.
Andy O'Donoghue explains why learning coding is beneficial for kids and gives a run down of the best Apps to learn coding and how your kids can begin with creating their own Apps.
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Ian Guider of the Business Post joins Matt to discuss the top business stories of the day include a spike in office spaces being rented in Dublin
The Last Word on Business with thanks to Forvis Mazars, the next exciting chapter for Mazars. Same local team, new global reach.
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Marion McKewon and Cal Thomas join Matt Cooper to discuss a busy week in American politics, including the attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump and the addition of JD Vance to the republican presidential ticket
After gardaí were called to investigate an alleged assault at an under-15 hurling match in Co. Waterford this week, former President of the GAA Liam O’Neill said that not enough is being done to tackle violence at GAA matches.
He and Sinéad O’Carroll, Editor of TheJournal.ie, spoke to Matt about the issue.
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Following violent protests that broke out at the former Crown Paints factory location in Coolock yesterday, 30 have been arrested and 19 charged in relation to public order offences.
Conor Lally, Crime and Secutrity Editor of the Irish Times, joins Matt to discuss what took place today in the aftermath of the incident.
Trina O'Connor, Criminologist and Lisa Chambers, Fianna Fail Senator and Leader in the Seanad join the Last Word to discuss yesterday's incident further.
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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!
"Trump has become the victim of the violence he did so much to fuel. But his shooting won't make him think twice about his approach to politics"
Irish Times columnist, Fintan O'Toole joins Matt, to discuss the fall out from the attempted assassination former president Trump.
Larry Donnelly and Marion McKeone also join us to discuss Biden's statement on the events.
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.
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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?
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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.
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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.
Nelofer Pazira-Fisk, documentary-maker and author discusses Night of Power, The Betrayal of the Middle East, written by her late husband, Robert Fisk
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 impact Ireland?
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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,
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
The government has published its Summer Economic Statement, indicating that €8.3bn will be available for spending in October’s budget.
Minister for Finance Jack Chambers spoke to Matt about today’s announcement.
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Research conducted by the Economic and Social Research Institute has found that disruption and mess associated with retrofitting residential properties impacts homeowners’ willingness to undertake such projects.
Professor John Curtis, Research Professor with the ESRI, joined Matt to explain the findings of the report.
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Today FM courts correspondent Frank Greaney discusses the updates within the ongoing case of the taxi driver Raymond Shorten as new information has arisen.
Limerick’s bid for a historic 5 All-Ireland hurling titles in a row came to an end on Sunday when Cork defeated them in the semi-final on a 1-28 to 0-29 scoreline. They’ll play Clare in the decider in two weeks’ time after the Banner defeated Kilkenny on Saturday.
Matt was joined by former Limerick hurler Joe Quaid and Will O’Callaghan from The Hurling Pod to chat about the games.
Matt and Will also reacted to the news that Mickey Harte will step down as Derry manager after one season in charge, and they paid tribute to former Mayo, Leitrim and Galway manager John O'Mahony, who died on Sunday aged 71.
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This week Sarah Slattery, from the travelexpert.ie, is taking us to Norway, Finland and other places to escape extreme heat.
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Nick Ferrari, presenter of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast on LBC Radio, joins The Last Word to discuss Labour's landslide victory in the UK general election.
Matt is also joined by journalist Amanda Ferguson to outline Northern Ireland's election results and Daniel McConnell, editor of The Business Post, to discuss what all of the results could mean for Anglo-Irish relations.
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Sarah McGuinness, Assistant News Editor with the Business Post and environmental commentator John Gibbons joined Matt for the Week Trending.
They covered the BBC’s and Channel 4’s coverage of the UK general election, Dublin’s traffic plan and a controversial Newsweek article questioning Taylor Swift's credentials as a role model.
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New Report says that people are aware of climate change but there is no urgency to do anything about it.
John Gibbons joins Matt to discuss the findings from the report.
Plus we're busting the myths around electric vehicles.
Have you heard of the new app No Place?
Andy O'Donoghue reveals all about the app that's reached number 1 in the app store as well as all tech tech updates to home gym equipment.
New figures released by Drinks Ireland have shown that the sale of non-alcoholic beer grew by 18% in 2023, which is an almost 100% increase in market share over the last four years.
Ian Guider, Columnist with the Business Post, joined Matt for Thursday’s daily business news.
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Mat Fraser, star of Loudermilk and American Horror Story, talks about the world premiere of Unspeakable Conversations, a play at this year's Galway International Arts Festival.
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What updates are there to the investigation into this assault?
Security and crime editor for the Irish Times Conor Lally, and Janet Horner, Green Party councillor for Dublin’s North Inner City join Matt to discuss these updates.
Matt is joined by best-selling author Lucy Foley on her latest thriller, Midnight Feast.
Hospitality groups are calling on the Government to reinstate the 9% reduced VAT charge for food services to help them manage increasing costs.
Pat Crotty, chief executive of the Vintners Federation of Ireland, and Owen Reidy, general secretary of the Irish Congress of Trade Unions, join The Last Word to debate whether hospitality businesses should be on a lower VAT rate.
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Revolut has indicated that it will begin offering mortgages in Ireland from as early as next year.
In this week’s personal finance slot, Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent, explained what this could mean for customers.
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John and Dee are chatting all about the amazing list of artists performing over the summer!
But will any of them come close to the hype of Taylor Swift?
Marion and Cal join Matt to discuss the impact of the Supreme Court 'immunity' ruling for Trump.
Plus what is the fall out after the leaders debate and will the democrats replace Biden after his performance?
A new report from the Economic and Social Research Institute has shown that between 35,000 and 53,000 new homes will be needed to cope with population growth in Ireland.
Matt was joined by Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien to discuss the findings.
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In light of a number of recent court cases the Justice Minister Helen McEntee has said that there is an 'epidemic' of violence against women in Ireland.
Noeline Blackwell, solicitor, and Louise Crowley, director of the Bystander Intervention programme, join The Last Word to discuss how gender based violence can be better prevented and how victims can be better supported.
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Eimear Higgins has approached Dublin city council to pause the introduction of a traffic management plan due to concerns for the impact on jobs and retail sales in the city.
CEO of Dublin Town Richard Guiney and Green party Councillor for Dublin City Council Michael Pidgeon, join Matt to discuss the updates.
What do you think of the RTE summer schedule?
Elaine and Joe discuss the number of repeats on the RTE summer schedule, the scathing reviews of season 3 of The Bear and the new 80s movie star documentary.
This week Sarah Slattery, from the travelexpert.ie, is taking us off to Ibiza for this weeks last word on travel.
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French political parties are attempting to create a united front after the National Rally’s victory in the first round of snap elections on Sunday.
Journalist and author Lara Marlowe joined Matt to explain the repercussions of this result on a national and European level.
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Taylor Swift, Pride, All-Ireland quarter finals and gigs all over the city are expected to bring more than 600,000 people to Dublin this weekend.
To discuss this and the rest of the week's trending stories, Today FM's Cathal O'Sullivan and Orla Ryan, news correspondent with TheJournal.ie, join The Last Word.
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There are growing calls for US President Joe Biden to bow out of the presidential race following his performance in a TV debate against Donald Trump.
Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post, and Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at the University of Galway and political columnist with TheJournal.ie, join The Last Word to analyse the first debate between Biden and Trump.
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Andy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to discuss the latest technology to level up summer BBQs and make any outdoor space perfect for entertaining.
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John Gibbons joins the Last Word for our weekly spot on the environment to discuss how climate change could become a threat to sporting activities according to a new study from the UK
Orlando Whitfield, former art dealer and author joins Matt to discuss his new book All That Glitters.
Inigo Philbrick, the art dealer who was sentenced to 7 years in prison, is the subject of the novel that uncovers hidden truths about the art world.
The Climate Change Advisory Council has said that a review of taxation on all vehicles must be taken if Ireland is to meet its carbon emission reduction targets.
Andrew Murphy, member of the Climate Change Advisory Council, and Kevin McPartlan, CEO of Fuels for Ireland, spoke to Matt about the recommendations that were made.
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Lorcan Allen has this week's business news;
The naming rights to Old Trafford might be going up for sale.
What will Jack Chambers make with the IBEC joining with The Central Bank?
And 80 operational wind farms are being shut down, so how will we still meet environmental targets?
Irvine Welsh, author of Trainspotting, joined The Last Word for the Culture Club to discuss his favourite music, movies, television and more.
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Former Finance Minister Michael McGrath responds to his nomination as the Irish EU Commissioner and reflects on his time at the Department of Finance.
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Figures released by Eurostat have revealed that Ireland is one of the most expensive countries in the European Union for goods and services.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent, joined Matt to explain why prices here are 42 per cent higher than the average across Europe.
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What are we looking for from Trump and Biden in Thursday's debate?
Cal Thomas, and Marion McKeone join Ian to discuss the run up to the first presidential debate.
Conor Gallagher, Crime and Security Correspondent for the Irish Times joins the Last Word to discuss The Irish Defence Force's review into personnel with convictions for gender based and or domestic violence.
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Government has signed off on €20 million in funding for RTÉ after the broadcaster published its new vision for the future
Director General of RTÉ Kevin Bakhurst joined The Last Word to discuss future funding and the five-year strategy for the organisation.
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Legendary GAA commentator Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh has died aged 93. His career began in 1949 when he commentated on the Railway Cup final and continued up to 2010, where he retired after the All-Ireland senior football final between Cork and Down.
Ian Guider spoke to Sean Kelly, Fine Gael MEP and former President of the GAA, about the life of an iconic figure in the GAA.
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The battle to replace Eamon Ryans as Green Party Leader continues.
Ian speak to Pippa Hackett on her campaign for the role.
As we hit the half way point of 2024, Elaine Burke and Joe O'Shea join us to discuss the best that TV and streaming has had to offer so far this year.
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Film-maker and novelist Neil Jordan talks about his life and experience of working in Hollywood and his latest book, Amnesiac: A Memoir.
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A survey conducted by An Taisce on behalf of Irish Business Against Litter found that litter from cans and bottles has reduced significantly around Ireland since the introduction of the deposit return scheme.
Ian Guider was joined by Conor Horgan from IBAL to discuss this.
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Last week, Ireland won two gold and two silver medals at the European Athletics Championships in Rome. It was the most successful championships since 1998.
Athletics journalist Cathal Dennehy joined Ian Guider to discuss the financial challenges that athletes and coaches face in this country, and how more investment is needed in the sport to help development.
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Eamon Ryan steps down from the Green Party, heatwaves sweeping Europe and beyond and Taylor Swift is a 'Derry girl'.
Ian Power, CEO of Spunout.ie, and Roe McDermott, Irish Times advice columnist, joined The Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories.
Criminologist Trina O'Connor and Kate Mitchell, Head of Development and Policy for The National Women's Council of Ireland, discuss the suspended sentence handed down to Cathal Crotty after his conviction for the assault of Natasha O'Brien in Limerick where she was left unconscious.
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Kneecap have been granted leave by the Belfast High Court to proceed with a judicial review after the UK government blocked them from receiving their funding award.
Dee Reddy joins Ian to discuss the outcome of this court case for the music scene.
With two weeks to go before the UK general election, Nick Ferrari joins Ian to discuss the projections that Sunak may become the first ever sitting PM to lose his own seat in a general election.
Have you ever wondered what your pet is trying to tell you? Andy O’Donoghue joins the Last Word for this week's Tech Thursday to discuss the possibility that AI could translate what your pet is saying.
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Two people have been arrested after Just Stop Oil activists sprayed powder on Stonehenge.
John Gibbons joined Ian Guider to discuss the fallout from the protest and also gave his reaction to the news that Eamon Ryan will step down as leader of the Green Party.
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Thousands of passengers will see their travel plans affected next week as Aer Lingus pilots begin their industrial action on Wednesday, 26th June.
Travel commentator Eoghan Corry joined Ian Guider to give an update on what customers can expect in the coming days.
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Roderic O’Gorman, Minister for Children, Equality Disability, Integration and Youth joins Ian on the show to discuss the Green Party Leadership election.
Thriller writer Andrea Mara, author of Someone in the Attic, joined The Last Word this week for the Culture Club.
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Nivida made history this Tuesday becoming the world's most valuable company, with a market cap of $3.335 trillion
Lorcan Allen joins The Last Word to discuss this and other headlines in the world of business with thanks to Forvis Mazars, the next exciting chapter for Mazars. Same local team, new global reach.
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A RED C Survey conducted by An Post Insurance revealed that the price of funerals has skyrocketed by 42% since 2016
David McGowan of McGowan Funeral Directors and Nat O’Connor, Senior Public Affairs & Policy Specialist, Age Action join the show to discuss.
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This week, the Irish Airline Pilots’ Association announced that Aer Lingus pilots would begin an indefinite work-to-rule action from Wednesday, 26 June.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent, joined Ian Guider to explain what rights customers have when if flights are cancelled or delayed due to strikes.
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A new ad has been released by the Biden campaign highlighting Trumps criminal record.
Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone join Ian to discuss all the updates from the US.
Many growers are reporting that some of your favorite varieties of potatoes have been lost due to poor weather conditions this year have caused a shortage.
Food Economist Ciaran Fitzgerald joins Ian to discuss the impact on you.
In an announcement after today's cabinet meeting, Eammon Ryan stated his intentions to step as leader of the Green Party, Minister for Transport, Environment, Climate and Communications and that he would not contest the next general election in the Dublin Bay South constituency.
Daniel McConnell, Editor of The Business Post and Sarah Carey, Columnist for the Irish Independent join Ian Guider, standing in for Matt, to discuss the possible reasons behind the Minister's choice to step down after a disappointing showing for the Green Party in the recent local and European elections.
Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU and Aisling Moloney, political correspondent for the Irish Daily Mail join the show to discuss what the future holds for the Green Party and who might be chosen as Ryan's successor.
Minister for the Environment and Transport Eamon Ryan joined The Last Word to explain why he has taken the decision to step down as leader of the Green Party.
Dr Sabina Brennan, psychologist and neuroscientist, explains why she wanted to investigate the social media phenomenon of manifesting and find out if there was science based evidence for some of it's claims.
She talks to Ian Guider about her new book, The Neuroscience of Manifesting.
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With further protests taking place outside the home of Taoiseach, Simon Harris over the weekend, the question is being raised across the country as to whether or not these protests should be put to a stop.
Conor Lally, Security and Crime Editor for the Irish Times and Fianna Fail Senator, Malcom Byrne joins The Last Word to discuss protests that have taken place over the last number months and a bill brought forward by Senator Byrne that could see protests outside the homes of politicians result in convictions and jail time
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Sinéad Kennedy, author of Life is a Cycle and solo travel expert, joined The Last Word to discuss all the great things to see and do in the Spanish city of Salamanca.
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Around 10,000 disqualified drivers have failed to hand over their licences in the last two years. Despite this, only 26 people were prosecuted and one convicted for the offence in 2022 and 2023.
Conor Lally, security and crime editor with The Irish Times, joined The Last Word to discuss this issue.
Ali Ugur, chief economist with the Banking and Payments Federation Ireland, and Marian Finnegan, managing director of Sherry Fitzgerald Residential & Advisory, joined The Last Word to discuss why almost a quarter of first-time buyers are buying properties outside their own counties.
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Brianna Parkins, Columnist with the Irish Times, and Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with the Irish Daily Star, joined Matt to discuss some of the big stories that made the news this week.
Plus, Brianna explained why she has decided to move home to Australia after living in Ireland for 5 years.
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John Gibbons joins Matt to discuss the possible impacts the European election results may have on climate change measures as the new parliament term begins.
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Euro 2024 gets underway this weekend in Germany.
Matt was joined by Miguel Delaney, Chief Football Writer with the UK Independent, Gavin Cooney, Sportswriter with The42.ie and former Republic of Ireland international Tony Cascarino to preview the tournament.
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Andy O'Donoghue has recommendations on how technology can bring your summer roadtrip to the next level.
We also discuss big changes on 'X' as we will no longer be able to view what tweets others have liked
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Leading gastro dietitian Lorraine Cooney joined The Last Word to discuss gut health and her new book Why You Can't Go.
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A series of Government reports show that the Irish labour market is slightly more exposed to AI because of our knowledged based economy.
Elaine Burke, host of For Tech's Sake podcast and Neil McDonnell, CEO of ISME, discuss the findings of the reports.
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Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor at the Irish Independent joined Matt to discuss how Ireland’s energy regulator could add a charge to household electricity bills in October in order to subsidise renewable energy operators.
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Paul McLoone joins Matt for Culture Club.
They're chatting music, film and everything that's happened within 25 years of The Undertones!
Hunter Biden has been convicted of three charges in his federal gun trial, making him the first son of a sitting US president to receive a criminal prosecution.
Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss this and more of the week's biggest stories from the United States.
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Kevin Barry, author of Dark Lies the Island, City of Bohane and Night Boat to Tangier returns with his new book The Heart in Winter
Barry joins The Last Word to discuss his career to this point and the writing behind his new book
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With interest rates in the news at the moment, is the economy in a healthy state?
Gabriel Makhlouf, Governor of the Central Bank joins Matt to discuss the biannual financial stability review.
Sarah Slattery from TravelExpert.ie joins Matt to relive a recent trip to Cork and gives tips on the best places to stay, great spots to eat and some great activities for family's
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Fine Gael TD and Minister of State for EU Affairs & Defence, Jennifer Carroll MacNeill, and Sinn Féin TD & party Finance Spokesperson Pearse Doherty joined The Last Word as counting for the local and European elections on Monday evening.
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Rishi Sunak ditches D-Day event, AI in elections and Gail leaves Coronation Street...
Writer and broadcaster Aoife Barry and Eoghan Tomas McDermott, managing director of the Communications Clinic, joined The Last Word to discuss the week's trending stories.
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Junior Minister for Sport, Thomas Byrne, has warned GAA clubs and county boards that state funding would be withheld for facilities if female players are not given equal access.
Sinead O'Carroll, Editor of the Journal.ie and Professor of psychology at University Limerick, Orla Muldoon, join Matt to discuss.
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John Gibbons joins The Last Word to discuss news that the Un Chief is considering banning fossil fuel advertising as new studies have revealed new climate change records have been hit.
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For Tech Thursday on The Last Word, Andy O'Donoghue put together a list of the latest essential tech and gadgets for anyone going to a festival this summer.
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Author of Evenings and Weekends Oisín McKenna joined The Last Word this week for The Culture Club!
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Several local election candidates with a migrant background from across the country have said they are "too scared" to go out and canvass ahead of the polls opening this Friday due to the racist abuse they have faced.
Teresa Buczkowska, Political Participation Coordinator with the Immigrant Council of Ireland and Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU join The Last Word to discuss the impact this is having on the migrant candidates as well as the legislation surrounding the migrant populations right to vote
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Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent, joined Matt to discuss what benefits you could receive if you’re paying PRSI.
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SSE are set to submit planning applications for the development of a second windfarm off the shore of Wicklow that would see up to 56 turbines installed.
Ian Guider joins The Last Word to discuss this and other headlines in the world of business with thanks to Forvis Mazars, the next exciting chapter for Mazars. Same local team, new global reach.
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The Road Safety Authority is calling for emergency legislation to double the number of penalty points given to drivers for speeding and mobile phone use.
It comes as 81 people have died on Irish roads so far this year, the worst record in a decade.
Geraldine Herbert, motoring editor of the Sunday Independent, and Susan Gray, chairperson and founder of PARC Road Safety Group, joined The Last Word to discuss whether increasing penalty points would help make roads safer.
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A Garda investigation has been launched after Taoiseach Simon Harris was confronted by protestors whilst on the campaign trail in Co. Mayo last weekend.
Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with The Irish Daily Mirror and Daniel McConnell, Editor of The Business Post, joined Matt to discuss whether such incidents could lead to politicians needing more protection.
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Following the news of former US President Donald Trump being found guilty of all 34 counts of falsifying business records in a New York court room last night, Matt is joined by Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Marion McKeone, US correspondent for the Business Post.
Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at University of Galway & Political Columnist with TheJournal.ie joins the show to explain what may happen now that the former President and soon to be Republican presidential nominee is now a convicted felon.
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The 2024 Junior and Leaving Certificate exams get underway on Wednesday, June 5th.
Psychotherapist Helen Vaughan joined Matt to give students and families some tips and tricks on how best to combat the stress that comes with exam time.
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John Gibbons, environmental journalist and commentator joins The Last Word to discuss recent events of air turbulence that have hit headlines, what part climate change plays in these incidents and whether or not we can expect to see more air turbulence incidents in the future.
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Respiratory Nurse Specialist Ruth Morrow and Biola Wyrwas, mother of six-year-old Leon who suffers from hay fever and allergies, outline the advice from the Asthma Society on managing hay fever and asthma during high pollen days.
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Andy O'Donoghue joins Matt to share his best tips to help you have a digital detox, monitor how long you spend online and put in limits for you and your family.
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Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor of The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to talk through Bank of Ireland’s reaction to Revoult’s new savings account
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Businesses in Dublin are considering a legal challenge to plans that would restrict car access in the city centre because they worry it will damage their footfall.
Richard Guiney, chief executive of Dublin Town, and Prof Brian Caulfield, Professor in Transportation in Trinity College Dublin, joined The Last Word to debate the traffic management plans for Dublin city.
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Travel journalist Eoghan Corry and Graham Keely, a journalist in Spain, joined Matt to discuss protests across Spanish Islands against overtourism and why many countries across the world are looking at ways to limit tourism in their famous cities.
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Closing arguments in Trump's trial, the Israel-Gaza conflict and Americans are choosing cannabis over alcohol.
Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with The Business Post, joined The Last Word to discuss all the biggest news stories from the United States.
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Ireland is on track to miss its legally-binding emissions reduction targets by a long way according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
The latest projections from the EPA show Ireland is set to reduce its total greenhouse gas emissions by only 29 per cent by 2030, compared to a target of 51 per cent.
Hannah Daly, professor of sustainable energy at University College Cork, joined The Last Word to discuss why Ireland is so far behind and what can be done to get emissions reductions back on track.
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A study by the Economic and Social Research Institute has looked at how teenagers’ relationships with their families and peers have changed over the last 10 years. It found that Ireland’s 13-year-olds now have fewer friends than they did a decade ago.
Author of the report, Dr. Emer Smyth and Jen Hogan, Parenting Columnist with The Irish Times, joined Matt to discuss the findings.
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Beaches, theme parks, movie stars and more!
Sarah Slattery from thetravelexpert.ie joined The Last Word to give all the advice you need for a trip to Los Angeles, California.
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Medical experts have expressed concern after the HSE published figures that show almost 5,000 people have been hospitalised with mental and behavioural disorders after taking cannabis products.
Dr Garret McGovern, Medical Director of the Priority Medical Clinic and Ray Walley, GP and Associate Clinical Professor at UCD debated the issue.
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Extreme turbulence, 2FM's presenter exodus and a surprise UK election...
Orla Ryan, news correspondent with The Journal, and Dave Hanratty, host of No Encore podcast, joined The Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories!
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Darragh Cassidy, Head of Communications for Bonkers.ie joined The Last Word to discuss Revolut's latest competitive offers for customers.
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The US Department of Justice have announced they will take a legal case against Ticketmaster's parent company Live Nation. Why is this?
Ian Guider, Business Editor for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Andy O'Donoghue joined The Last Word to talk the latest in foldable pones and tablets, as well as the return of Nokia's 'Dumb Phone'.
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The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court has applied for a number of arrest warrants, including Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu and Yahya Sinwar, Hamas' leader in Gaza.
Aoife O'Donoghue, Professor of Law at Queen's University, Belfast joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Could we really be saying goodbye to disposable vapes by the end of the year?
Ossian Smyth, Minister of State with Responsibility for Public Procurement, eGovernment and Circular Economy joined The Last Word to discuss.
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How effective are election posters in 2024?
Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU, and Liz Carolan from thebriefing.ie joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Travel expert Sinead Kennedy joined The Last Word to discuss Iceland's wonders and an itinerary to help plan your trip!
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Why are the Kinahans suddenly selling so many of their properties in Dubai?
Conor Gallagher, Crime & Security Correspondent with The Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss.
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John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss the way in which ancient fir trees are allowing scientists to measure climate change.
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Andy O'Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss the best tech available to make sure you get the most out of your 8 hours!
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Keiran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with The Irish Daily star joined The Last Word to discuss comments made by Irish boxing star, Katie Taylor about her fighting on the same card as Mike Tyson.
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How much would it cost to bring Ireland's existing office buildings up to today's environmental standards?
Ian Guider joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor of The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to talk about why you should always keep a close eye on your insurance documents!
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Regulations are finally coming in for e-scooter use on roads in Ireland. What do these new regulations involve?
Aisling Dunne, Head of Policy at Bolt, and Ciaran Cuffe, MEP with the Green Party joined The Last Word to discuss.
Political candidates have been warned over a threat of violence while campaigning following a number of incidents in recent days.
Cormac O'Keefe, Security Correspondent for The Irish Examiner, and Elaine Dunne, Fianna Fáil Local Election Candidate for Glencullen-Sandyford joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A new survey suggests some mortgage holders are paying twice as much as others on interest rates.
Martina Hennessy, Managing Director of Doddl.ie joined The Last Word to discuss.
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New potential benefits have emerged for users of a certain range of diabetes drugs, which include the well known drug 'Ozempic'.
Professor Donal O'Shea, HSE Clinical Lead On Obesity joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Why has the Dublin-New York Portal been temporarily closed?
Brianna Parkins, Columnist with The Irish Times, and Hazel Chu, Green Party Dublin City Councillor joined The Last Word to discuss.
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While Bike Week is being celebrated, Dr. Damien O'Tuama, National Cycling Coordinator with the Irish Cycling Campaign and An Taisce, and Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor of The Sunday Independent joined The Last Word to discuss a new campaign from Cycling Ireland which hopes to raise awareness on Irish roads.
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Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly plans to go to cabinet tomorrow to seek approval to raise the minimum legal age of the purchase of tobacco products from 18 to 21.
Chris Macey, Director of Advocacy for the Irish Heart Foundation, and Ian O'Doherty, Columnist for The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Why has the Church of Ireland's General Synod voted against a motion to allow all children of unmarried parents be baptised?
Canon Gillian Wharton, Rector of Booterstown, Dublin, Church of Ireland, and Professor Patricia Barker, Lay Member of the Church of Ireland Synod joined The Last Word to discuss.
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With the rain making a triumphant return after a blissful weekend, Sarah Slattery is back with some great get-away deals for May!
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Ian Guider joined The Last Word to discuss motoring giant Ford's decision to reverse prior plans to produce only electric vehicles after 2030.
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Dublin portal, Netflix lawsuit and Kim Kardashian's waist...
Ben Finnegan, TodayFM News Anchor, and Sarah McGuinness, Assistant News Editor for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories!
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Insurance firms are calling for mandatory telematics in the cars of young and inexperienced drivers.
Gary McClarty, Managing Director of MCL Experience, and Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor of The Sunday Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Why are we so addicted to our dodgy boxes and smuggled cigarettes?
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent joins Matt to discuss
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Ireland's qualified in the Eurovision thanks to Bambi Thug
Russell Alford, Today FM's Eurovision expert and Dave Hanratty, Host of 'No Encore Podcast' join Matt to discuss
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Ireland's qualified in the Eurovision thanks to Bambi Thug
Russell Alford, Today FM's Eurovision expert and Dave Hanratty, Host of 'No Encore Podcast' join Matt to discuss
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Israel has taken control of the Rafah crossing, Bel Trew, Chief International Correspondent with the Independent joins Matt to discuss
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Why are we so addicted to our dodgy boxes and smuggled cigarettes?
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent joins Matt to discuss
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Israel has taken control of the Rafah crossing, Bel Trew, Chief International Correspondent with the Independent joins Matt to discuss
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Stormy Daniels is set to be called as a witness in the latest Trump case
Cal Thomas, Nationally syndicated US columnist and Marion McKeone, Us correspondent with The Business Post join Matt to discuss.
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Following the release of 3 RTE reports, Ian Guider from The Business Post joins Matt to discuss these in detail.
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As Bambie Thug is set to take the stage in the first Eurovision heat, John Caddell and Dee Reddy join Matt to discuss the full Eurovision breakdown.
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A man has been jailed for life following the murder of 3 siblings.
Frank Greaney, courts correspondent for Today FM joins Matt to discuss.
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Stormy Daniels is set to be called as a witness in the latest Trump case
Cal Thomas, Nationally syndicated US columnist and Marion McKeone, Us correspondent with The Business Post join Matt to discuss.
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As Bambie Thug is set to take the stage in the first Eurovision heat, John Caddell and Dee Reddy join Matt to discuss the full Eurovision breakdown.
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Following the release of 3 RTE reports, Ian Guider from The Business Post joins Matt to discuss these in detail.
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A man has been jailed for life following the murder of 3 siblings.
Frank Greaney, courts correspondent for Today FM joins Matt to discuss.
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How is the government handling those who are seeking international protection when entering the country?
Daniel McConnell - editor of The Business Post, Sinead Gibney Social Democratic candidate and Senator Barry Ward of Fine Gail join Matt to discuss.
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Just over 960m euro was spent last year on digital advertising bringing it up by another 11%
Ian Guider from The Business Post joins Matt to discuss.
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Environmental specialist John Gibbons joins Matt to give the full low day on 'This is earth overshoot day'
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Rylan Gosling stars in the new 'The Fall Guy' movie.
Brian Llyod from Entertainment.ie joins Matt to discuss.
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Singer and songwriter Wallis Bird joined us this week for The Culture Club!
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Ian Guider, Columnist for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss Elon Musk's latest exploits.
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Why is the new Troubles Legacy Act so controversial?
Deirdre Heenan, Professor of Social Policy at Ulster University and Former Member of the Council of State joined The Last Word to discuss.
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From today carbon tax has increased by €17 annually.
Charlie Weston joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Sheena Mitchell, Pharmacist and Founder of the Family Health Podcast, Wondercare.ie joined The Last Word to discuss the impact global warming is having on those who suffer from hay fever.
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Emergency legislation has been passed by cabinet today in order to redesignate the UK as a 'safe' country for asylum seekers. What does this mean?
Danny McConnell, Editor of The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Cal Thomas the nationally syndicated US columnist and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent for the Business Post join Matt to discuss Kristi Noem 's campaign to be Trump next Vice President after she revealed in her memoir that she shot her dog.
Plus they discuss continued unrest on college campuses in protest of the Israel and Hamas conflict.
Why will children's summer camps cost so much for families this year?
Olive Walsh, Provest Financial Advisor joined The Last Word to discuss.
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There have been 70 deaths on Irish roads already this year, which is 17 more than the equivalent period last year.
Sarah O'Connor, Director of Partnerships and External Affairs for The Road Safety Authority joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Tensions are rising between the Irish and UK Governments over new asylum plans.
Nick Ferrari, Presenter of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast on LBC.
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Sarah Slattery from travelexpert.ie joined The Last Word with all of the info you need to take the Canadian road trip of a lifetime!
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Following the verdict of the inquest into the death of Aoife Johnston at University Hospital Limerick, the hospital's A&E department remains the most overcrowded in the country.
Conor Sheehan, Labour Councillor in Limerick, and Conor Deasy, President of the Irish Association of Emergency Medicine joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Is Ireland's newest national park, Páirc Náisiúnta Na Mara, really a national park, and is it a positive for the environment?
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Why has infamous Hollywood movie mogul Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape charge been overturned?
Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
Karl Dalton, General Secretary of the Prison Officers' Association joined The Last Word to discuss the verdict of the inquest into the death of Aoife Johnston.
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Andy O'Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss the latest tech to help you enjoy listening to your music!
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Irish Paralympian, Orla Comerford is supporting Fighting Blindness, and joined us this week for The Culture Club! Visit fightingblindness.ie
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Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Michael Martin, joined The Last Word live from Jordan to discuss the ongoing crisis in Gaza, and his experience at a UNRWA refugee camp in Jordan.
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Former leader of the Democratic Unionist Party, Jeffrey Donaldson has been charged with 11 historical sex offences over a 21 year period.
Amanda Ferguson, Journalist based in Belfast, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Charlie Weston, Person Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss the latest news on the costs of energy and fuel in Ireland.
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Hozier is the 4th artist ever to top the US charts with his single "Too Sweet".
John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined for The Last Word on Music.
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Taoiseach Simon Harris made a formal apology in the Dáil today to the families of the victims killed in the Stardust tragedy in 1981.
Today FM Reporter Stephanie Rohan and Lisa Lawlor, the daughter of Francis & Maureen who died in the fire joined The Last Word.
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Ian Guider, columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word with the latest business news.
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The Garda Representative Association is holding its annual conference in Mayo. Today it heard concern from members about policing far right protests.
Brendan O'Connor, the GRA's outgoing President joined The Last Word.
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Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist and Marion McKeone the US Correspondent for the Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss the latest updates in the Trump New York Trial.
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Daniel McConnell the Editor of the Business Post and Edgar Morgenroth, Professor of Economics at DCU Business School joined The Last Word to discuss why the USC is back on the political agenda and whether Fine Gael might phase it out entirely.
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Senator Mary Seery Kearney of Fine Gael, and Elaine Burke from the For Tech's Sake podcast joined The Last Word to discuss a new proposal from Fine Gael senators to see smartphone devices banned in Ireland for children under the age of 13.
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How does the Irish public really feel about prioritising national action against climate change?
John Sweeney, Emeritus Professor in Climate at Maynooth University, and Oisin Coghlan, Chief Executive at Friends of the Earth joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A major awareness campaign has been launched to remind dog owners of the responsibilities they have over their own pet.
Gillian Bird, Head of Education and Media for the DSPCA, and Adrian Gallagher, Chair of the IFA Sheep Committee joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Sarah Slattery from travelexpert.ie is back with a list of the best new cruises available for holiday makers of all ages!
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The Munster Hurling Championship kicks off on Sunday with a bang when Clare take on Limerick in Ennis.
Jamesie O'Connor, Former Clare Player, Seamus Hickey, Former Limerick Player, and John McIntyre, Former Galway Manager, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Aoife Barry, Journalist and Author of Social Capital, and Ian Power, CEO of Spunout.ie joined the Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories, including the ever controversial topic of the price of a pint in Ireland, and Meghan Markle's jam making skills!
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Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss the surprise release of global popstar Taylor Swift's latest album.
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Dr. Catherine Baker from the Anti-Bullying Centre in DCU joined The Last Word to discuss a new DCU study into the affect of toxic social media content on teenage boys.
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A new study claims that climate change will wipe out 20% of global GDP by 2050.
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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From flower monitors to robo lawnmowers, Andy O'Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss his picks for the latest and greatest in garden tech!
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43 years later, the Stardust inquests have found that 48 people people died by unlawful killing on the 14th of February 1981.
Lisa Lawlor, daughter of Francis and Maureen who died in the fire, Samantha Mangan, daughter of Helena Mangan, and Stephanie Rohan from the TodayFM Newsroom joined The Last Word to discuss the news and pay tribute to the victims of the fire.
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EIR staff were told not the obey the law by their management
Charlie Weston, Personal finance editor with The Irish Independent joins Matt to discuss
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New law discriminates against less wealthy people going through divorce, barrister says
Paul C McCarthy, Chair of The Family Lawyers Association Of Ireland joins Matt to discuss
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Tara Mines in Navan have just announced they will be reopening
Ian Guider, Columnist, The Business Post joins Matt to discuss
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Janet Horner, Green Party and Dublin City Councillor, and Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor for The Sunday Independent joined The Last Word to discuss the latest in motoring stories, including news that may cause hassle for EV drivers.
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What is next for Israel after Iran's major attack over the weekend?
Dr. Patrick Bury, Senior Lecturer in Security at the University of Bath and Former NATO Analyst, and Hannah McCarthy, Journalist in Beirut reporting on the Israel-Hamas war, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Sarah Slattery from travelexpert.ie is back with her recommendations for the beautiful region of Tuscany, Italy.
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900 schools have been added to the new hot school meal programme, bringing the total to 2,000.
TD Heather Humphries, Minister for Social Protection joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Fianna Fáil's final Ard Fheis before the general election takes place today and tomorrow,
Minister for Finance, Michael McGrath joined The Last Word to discuss the challenges being faced by Ireland as we approach another election.
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Michael Clifford, Special Correspondent with The Irish Examiner, and Laura Byrne from thejournal.ie joined The Last Word to discuss the week's biggest stories, including Ireland's new Taoiseach, and the death of OJ Simpson.
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With the numbers of deaths on Irish roads rising dramatically, Gardaí have been instructed to conduct 30 minutes of high visibility road policing during each shift.
Former Transport Minister, Shane Ross joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Is the EU scaling back on it's environmental ambitions?
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Andy O'Donoghue joined The Last Word with the latest and greatest in laundry tech to help you keep your clothes clean with less stress!
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OJ Simpson has died aged 76.
Marion McKeone, US Correspondent for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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How well has the National Cancer Strategy actually been implemented?
Averil Power, CEO of the Irish Cancer Society joined The Last Word to discuss.
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According to the annual CPL Jobs Survey has found that 60% of people would turn down a job if it doesn't offer an option for hybrid working.
Ian Guider, Columnist for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Are banks guilty of discriminating against those who can't qualify for a 'green mortgage'?
Charlie Weston. Personal Finance Editor for The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Designer Helen Steele joined us this week for The Culture Club!
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"When the night comes and she's asleep I just ask What am I doing wrong?"
Lisa’s one year old daughter was born into homelessness and they’re living in emergency accommodation.
We're all in for the Big Busk for Focus Ireland to help end homelessness in Ireland, are you?
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Female members of the European Parliament, and those contesting seats in the forthcoming election have been warned of a risk of sexually explicit, 'Deepfake' images being used against them.
Elaine Burke, Host of the For Tech's Sake podcast, and Maria Walsh, Fine Gael MEP for Midlands North-West joined The Last Word to discuss.
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According to the myhome.ie report, Ireland's housing market is 'heating up again'.
Conall Mac Collie, Chief Economist for Bank of Ireland, and Author of the myhome.ie report, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Incoming Taoiseach Simon Harris has suggested that plans to increase the number of sick days workers are entitled to should be put on hold.
Owen Reidy, ICTU General Secretary, John Barry, ISME National Council Member & MD of Management Support Services joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Are there any good last minute deals to help you get away from the rain?
Sarah Slattery says there are loads!
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Chloe works in the Focus Ireland coffee shop with those experiencing homelessness.
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Over 30 road safety advocate bodies have declared no confidence in the Road Safety Authority.
Jason Cullen, Chairperson for the Dublin Commuter Coalition, and Janet Horner, Green Party Councillor joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Roe McDermott, Irish Times Columnist, and Dave Hanratty, Host of the No Encore podcast joined The Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories, including calls for Eurovision boycott.
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Record rainfall which shows no sign of stopping is to worsen again with the arrival of storm Kathleen to Ireland.
Richard Hackett, Agricultural Consultant, and Francie Gorman, IFA President joined The Last Word t discuss.
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Writer and Irish language enthusiast Manchán Magan joined The Last Word to discuss the Irish language and it's place in contemporary Ireland.
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What is your opinion on climate change being introduced as a subject at Leaving Cert level in Irish schools?
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A new report suggests a united Ireland would cost €20 billion a year for 20 years. But how was this figure reached?Professor John Fitzgerald of Trinity College, and Padraig MacLochlainn, Sinn Féin TD for Donegal joined The Last Word to discuss.
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From robot window cleaners to smart bins, Andy O'Donoghue is back for Tech Thursday with the latest in tech for your spring cleaning!
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Keilie O’Danza is 25 years old and a care leaver.
Keilie was taken into care at 10 and is still traumatised about the time Gardaí arrived to her home with social workers to physically take her into care.
She remains upset that she was separated from her younger siblings and feels the familial bonds were broken.
When she turned 18, she voluntarily returned to her family of origin, and while she is still in contact with them, she felt she needed to live alone.
Keilie joined Matt Cooper on The Last Word to chat about her experience with homelessness in Ireland, and the important role Focus Ireland has played in her life.
On April 12th Today FM's Big Busk for Focus Ireland is taking place, we are asking you to go all in to help end homelessness in Ireland.
To take part head to todayfm.com/busk
Pat Gates, Coordinator for the Young People At Risk Programme in the North Inner City, and Richard Guiney, Chief Executive for Dublin Town joined The Last Word to discuss the challenges facing An Garda Síochána around policing Dublin City.
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World-class Musician and Composer Neil Martin joined us on The Last Word this week for The Culture Club!
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Alan O'Reilly from Carlow Weather, and Food Economist, Ciaran Fitzgerald joined The Last Word to discuss the effect the current record rainfall in Ireland is having on our agricultural business.
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The vacant homes tax has raised only €2 million since it's been introduced. With vacant properties all over Ireland, why is this figure so small?
Charlie Weston joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Minister Rodrick O'Gorman plans to spend up to €5 billion over the next 20 years on 10,000 asylum seeker beds.Aisling Moloney , Political Correspondent with The Irish Daily Mail joined The Last Word to discuss.
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What are the reasons for Simon Coveney's sudden departure from cabinet, and where does this leave Simon Harris as he takes over as Taoiseach?
Danny McConnell, Editor of The Business Post, and Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at The School of Law and Government in DCU joined The Last Word to discuss.
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How is Ireland going to deal with a teacher shortage in both primary and secondary schools?
Norma Foley, Minister For Education joined The Last Word to discuss.
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With the prices of fuel increasing, should SUV drivers pay more than other road users?
Brenda Power, Columnist with The Irish Daily Mail & Sunday Times, and Kevin McPartlan, Chief Executive of Fuels For Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Have the Government done too much in relation to imposing additional costs on businesses in recent years?
Owen Reidy, General Secretary of the ICTU, and Danny McCoy, CEO of Ibec joined The Last Word to discuss.
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What does John Gibbons have to say about Eamon Ryan's newly approved traffic legislation?
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Shane O’Donoghue, Editor for CompleteCar.ie, and Paul Walsh, Chief Executive of Peopl Insurance joined The Last Word to discuss the possibility of economically unviable car ownership in urban centres, following on from yesterday's cabinet's approval on new traffic reduction measures.
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Are you on the hunt for the best selection of wireless add-ons and accessories for your laptop or PC?
Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word for Tech Thursday with his top recommendations!
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Guy Garvey, lead singer of Elbow joined us this week for The Culture Club!
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Actor Tom Vaughan Lawlor joined The Last Word to discuss his latest film, The Beautiful Game, releasing on Netflix on the 29th of March.
Today FM’s Big Busk for Focus Ireland is taking place on Friday 12th April.
Over 13,500 people are without a home in Ireland – that’s the equivalent of the entire population of Mallow in County Cork.
Imagine not climbing into your own bed every night, not being able to cook your own dinner and trying every day to hide the fear in your eyes from your children. That’s the daily reality for thousands of families.
You can donate right now – it’s very simple – go to todayfm.com/busk
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor for The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss details on the new Pension Auto Enrolment Scheme, approved today by cabinet.
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Local authorities will have the power to introduce traffic congestion charges in the future as part of a new strategy aimed at reducing private car use.
Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan has received Cabinet approval for the strategy, which focuses on reducing car use in urban centres to address congestion, pollution and to help reach the country’s transport climate targets.
He joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated US Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss this morning's tragic events in Baltimore.
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Why have Diageo decided to increase prices on their draft beers?
Ian Guider, Business Columnist for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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On The Last Word, Matt spoke to James Flanagan about his experience of homelessness.
TodayFM's Big Busk for Focus Ireland is taking place on Friday 12th April.
Over 13,500 people are without a home in Ireland - that's the entire population of Mallow in County Cork.
Imagine not climbing into your own bed every night, not being able to cook your own dinner and trying every day to hide the fear in your eyes from your children. That's the daily reality for thousands of families.
You can donate now - it's very simple - go to todayfm.com/busk
Where does Fine Geal stand in relation to enacting Ireland's Sale of Alcohol Bill, which will allow pubs and nightclubs to stay open for longer?
Sunil Sharpe from Give Us The Night, and John Clendennen, VFI President and Owner of Giltraps in Kinnity, Co. Offaly joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Nick Ferrari, Presenter of Nick Ferrari At Breakfast on LBC Radio, joined The Last Word to discuss the recent disinformation spread about the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton.
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Danny McConnell, Editor for The Business Post, and Senator Barry Ward of Fine Gael joined The Last Word to give their opinions and predictions on Fine Gael's next steps as Simon Harris takes the reigns as Taoiseach.
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How does a direct flight to a beautiful Greek island sound?
Sarah Slattery from travelexpert.ie joined The Last Word with all of the information you need!
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Cathal Malone, Immigration Lawyer, and Billy Kelleher, Fianna Fáil MEP for Ireland South joined The Last Word to discuss the possibility of the Irish Government signing up to the EU's Migration and Asylum Pact. But what will this mean for Ireland?
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Everyone seems to be talking after Leo's shock departure yesterday.
Aisling Moloney, Political editor with the Irish Daily Mail and Holly Cairns, leader of the Social Democrats join Matt to discuss.
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Is John O'Shea's first game as interim manager of the Republic of Ireland soccer team an audition of sorts for a position as full-time manager?
Gavin Cooney, Sportswriter for the42 joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Finn McRedmond, Columnist for The Irish Times and Eoghan Tomás McDermott, MD of The Communications Clinic joined The Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories.
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Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at The School of Law and Government in DCU, Sarah Carey, Columnist for The Irish Independent, and Craig Hughes, Political Editor for The Irish Daily Mail joined The Last Word for a two part special to discuss the most important political question of the week, what kind of Taoiseach will Simon Harris be?
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All eyes are on Simon Harris this weekend.
In January The Last Word caught up with the Minister for Justice and Minister for Higher Education so he could talk us through his Culture Club.
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Do you feel like every day stresses are becoming too much?
Leisha McGrath, Chartered Work & Organisational Psychologist joined The Last Word to discuss burnout and how to recognise the signs.
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Daniel McConnell, Editor of The Business Post, and Neale Richmond, Fine Gael TD and Minister of State for Business and Employment & Retail joined The Last Word to discuss the latest news on Leo Varadkar's potential replacement following his sudden exit.
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How can you maximise your smartphone or tablet to make it your own portable office?
Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Do you feel underpaid? Would perks like extra holidays or health insurance make your job more bearable?
Dr. Tom McDonnell, Co-Director at the Nevin Economic Research Institute, Ben Finnegan, TodayFM News Anchor, and Peter Cosgrove, Managing Director at Futurewise joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Leo announced his shock resignation today, but just how good of a Taoiseach was he for business?
Ian Guider, Business columnist, Business Post joins Matt to discuss.
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Hundreds of jobs at risk as Ted Baker calls in administrators.Ian Guider, Business Columnist, Business Post joins Matt to discuss.
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Trump has once again hit headlines, he now can't make $464m bond.
Cal Thomas, a Nationally syndicated US columnist and Marion Mckeone, US correspondent, Business Post join Matt to discuss.
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Poor connectivity affects readings from thousands of smart meters
Daragh Cassidy, head of communications in Bonkers.ie and Carmel O'Connor ESB Networks smart metering project manager join Matt to discuss.
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Convicted Garda killer Pearse McAuley has been found dead at his home in Strabane.
Ronan McGreevy, Irish Times journalist and co-author with Tommy Conlan of The Kidnapping joins Matt to discuss.
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In a whirlwind of a week where Louis Walsh and Jedward go head to head, some Irish artists have pulled out of a music festival in the US and 'Kate Gate' continues to rumble on in the background.
Sarah McGuinness, Assistant News Editor of the Business Post and Today FM's Ben Finnegan discuss the Week Trending.
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Ryanair and Eir are just some of the top complained about companies in Ireland.
Gráinne Griffin, director of communications with the CCPC joined The Last Word.
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Leo Varadkar is in Washington D.C. where today he was hosted by US President Joe Biden.
Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word.
Finally some good news for tracker mortgage holders.
Michael Dowling, Managing Director of Dowling Financial joined The Last Word.
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The EU is taking a case against Ireland and its treatment of its own bogs.
The Last Word on the Environment with John Gibbons.
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The European People's Party is proposing to deport asylum seekers to countries on the 'safe' list.
Cathal Malone, an immigration lawyer, and Daniel McConnell, Editor of the Business Post joined The Last Word.
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On Tech Thursday, Andy O'Donoghue discussed recycling old devices and the benefits.
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There are concerns Asylum Seekers sleeping in tents in a makeshift camp in Dublin.
Kitty Holland - Social Affairs Correspondent with The Irish Times and Nick Henderson - CEO of the Irish Refugee Council.
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The European Parliament has voted to bring in tighter controls on Artificial Intelligence.
Adrian Weckler, Tech editor of the Irish Independent and Fine Gael MEP Deirdre Clune joined The Last Word.
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Further hikes to petrol and diesel are on the way this April.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent joined The Last Word.
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Irish musicians such as Kneecap and Gavin James have pulled out of a US music festival in protest over the war in Gaza.
The Last Word on Music with Dave Hanratty and John Caddell.
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The former RTÉ news journalist Charlie Bird has passed away. He had been diagnosed with MND and had raised money for various charities in recent years.
The Last Word remembered him with his friend Paul Allen of Paul Allen & Associates PR.
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Taoiseach Leo Varadkar is in the US and Trump says there'll be no money for Ukraine if he gets into power.
The Last Word on the US with Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone.
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Our own Ben Finnegan from the Today FM newsroom visited Malawi to see first hand the devastation climate change is causing.
He joined Matt to talk about what he saw on the ground with Trocaire.
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In the Last Word on TV and Streaming we look back at the Oscars over the weekend.
Joe O'Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word.
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Why did the government fail in its 'Yes/Yes' campaign?
Daniel McConnell, Editor, of Business Post, Aisling Moloney, Political Correspondent, Irish Daily Mail and Gerard Howlin, Public Affairs Consultant and former Gov Advisor joined The Last Word.
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The Princess of Wales has apologised over an edited photo published on Mother's Day.
Finn McRedmond, Columnist for the Irish Times joined The Last Word from London.
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The 2024 housing targets are unlikely to be met.
The Last Word on Business with Ian Guider from The Business Post.
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A report has found that lives were "sacrificed" to protect a British agent nicknamed "stakeknife".
Richard O’Rawe, former Republican prisoner and author of “Stakeknife's Dirty War: The Inside Story of Scappaticci, the IRA's Nutting Squad and the British Spooks Who Ran the War” joined The Last Word.
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The Taoiseach has admitted that 6 am closing times for nightclubs and extended bar opening times aren't likely to happen this summer.
Ian Redmond, co-owner of Hyde nightclub in Dublin joined The Last Word.
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Lorcan Nyhan - Head of Training with the Communications Clinic and Edel Coffey - Columnist & Author of ‘Breaking Point joined The Last Word for The Week Trending.
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The Oscars happen this weekend, with many Irish talents in the running for awards.
Brian Lloyd from entertainment.ie joined Matt for The Last Word on Movies.
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The government has introduced measures allowing you to request to work remotely.
To get the ins and outs of it, Síobhra Rush - Head of Lewis Silkin Ireland joined The Last Word.
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Could Artificial Intelligence help climate change?
We find out with John Gibbons on The Last Word on Environment.
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Exactly what is technostress? Do you suffer from it?
Tech Thursday on The Last Word with Andy O'Donoghue.
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Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to talk personal finance and to answer your questions.
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Marianna Spring is the BBC Disinformation & Social Media Correspondent.
She joined The Last Word to discuss her book Among the Trolls: My Journey Through Conspiracy Land.
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A new Primary School curriculum would see sex education taught at a younger age.
Carl O’Brien, education editor at The Irish Times and Simon Lewis, Principal of Carlow Educate Together National School joined The Last Word.
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U2 are saying goodby to their residency at the Sohre in Las Vegas.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy with The Last Word on Music.
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Super Tuesday has been uneventful compared to previous years.
To give us the latest, Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post and Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist joined The Last Word.
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In this podcast, we bring you an extended debate from both sides of the Care Referendum, which takes place on March 8th.
Damien Peelo – CEO of Treoir. Tom Clonan - Independent Senator, Orla O’Connor – Director of the National Women’s Council and Becky Kealy – Cork North West candidate with Aontu joined The Last Word.
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The Public Accounts Committee has made several recommendations for RTÉ.
Brian Stanley, the chair of the Public Accounts Committee and Lorcan Nyhan, head of training with The Communications Clinic joined The Last Word.
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Is the US ready to change its policy on its stance with Israel's invasion of Gaza?
Larry Donnelly, lecturer in law at the University of Galway joined The Last Word.
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An RTÉ investigates program has found many people are giving botox illegally in Ireland.
Pamela Fraher, reporter with RTE Investigates joined The Last Word.
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Apple has been fined almost 2 billion euro by the EU for breaching streaming rules, after Spotify raised the issue in 2019.
Ian Guider from The Business Post joined The Last Word.
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Conor Spacey, Author & Culinary Director of Food Space joined The Last Word to discuss National Stop Food Waste Day, with over 3/4 of a billion tonnes of food being wasted in Ireland every year.
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Why are more drivers now opting for hybrids over fully electric vehicles?
Ian Guider, Business Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Ian Power, CEO of Spunout, and Aoife Barry, Journalist and Author of Social Capital joined The Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories, including Glasgow's Willy Wonka Experience.
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Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word for Tech Thursday to discuss the ins and outs of warranties and insurance for protecting your tech.
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John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss Michael O'Leary's latest public statements about the Green Party.
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Daniel Wiffen, Double World Champion Swimmer joined The Last Word to discuss his hopes for this year's Olympic Games.
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When will a company award a lucrative exit package to an employee?
Julie Galbraith, Partner in Employment Law at global law firm, Eversheds Sutherland joined The Last Word to discuss.
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John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss a new major national survey from the EPA on attitudes toward climate change.
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Ed Guiney, Co-Founder of Element Pictures joined us this week for The Culture Club!
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Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor for The Independent joined The Last Word to discuss huge mortgage hikes that thousands of homeowners are now facing.
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Our referendum coverage has begun with a debate on the referendum on the family.
Senators Michael McDowell and Fiona O'Loughlin, Brenda Power Columnist with the Sunday Times and Irish Mail and Karen Kiernan, Chief Executive of One Family joined The Last Word.
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Was Trump's victory in South Carolina as important as he says it is?
We discuss with Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent, Business Post.
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Kings of Leon, Journey and much more are coming to Ireland.
Dee Reddy and John Caddell joined The Last Word for the weekly music slot.
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A Bernardos survey has found over 41% of parents are skipping meals for their kids.
Stephen Moffatt - Barnardos National Policy Manager joined The Last Word.
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Ballyseedy Garden Centre in Kerry is to remain in business despite the CEO being charged with serious drug offences.
Conor Lally, Security and Crime Editor with The Irish Times joined The Last Word.
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Sarah Slattery, from travelexpert.ie joined The Last Word to tell us why you should book an all-inclusive holiday.
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Media Minister Catherine Martin will appear before the Oireachtas Media Committee tomorrow night as the RTÉ crisis continues.
Fianna Fáil Senator and Committee Member Malcolm Byrne and Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Mirror joined The Last Word.
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RTÉ have said that rap group Kneecap agreed not to wear Pro-Palestine badges on The Late Late Show last Friday, but did it anyway.
The Last Word on TV and Streaming with Elaine Burke and Joe O'Shea.
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Ian Guider, Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss the latest Daft report on rental prices.
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John Gibbons and Brianna Parkins joined The Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories, including a new high for the price of a pint!
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Justice Marie Baker, Chair of the Electoral Commission joined The Last Word to discuss the details of the two referendums taking place on the 8th of March.
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Pirated Firesticks are the latest to be targeted in a new dodgy box crackdown.
Elaine Burke, Host of For Tech Sakes Podcast joined The Last Word.
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Gardaí believe a Mexican drug cartel has set up shop here in Ireland. It comes after a multi-million euro drug seizure earlier in the week.
Conor Lally, Security and Crime Editor of The Irish Times joined The Last Word.
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New numbers are showing our national debt, and the figures are staggering.
Ian Guider from The Business Post joined The Last Word.
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Chris Coleman has ruled himself out of the running for the role of Republic of Ireland football manager.
Gavin Cooney - Sportswriter with The42.ie joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated US Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss the latest in political stories and other news from the US.
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Priscilla Lynch, Clinical Editor for The Irish Medical Independent joined The Last Word to discuss the reported death of a teenage girl at University Hospital Limerick.
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Professor Caitriona Ryan, Consultant Dermatologist at the Institute of Dermatologists, and Raisa Boyd, who has suffered from psoriasis since she was 14, joined The Last Word to discuss the condition, as well as an ongoing study in UCD.
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If you are over 18 years old, have psoriasis, have not previously been diagnosed with psoriatic (pronounced sir-e-at-ik) arthritis, and are interested in taking part in this UCD research study, visit www.hpos.study
An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar joined Zara King on The Last Word to talk about the upcoming referenda.
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A new lender, Moco, has entered the mortgage offering competitive rates in exchange for paying a mortgage up until you're 80th birthday.
Michael Dowling,Managing Director of Dowling Financial joined Zara King on The Last Word to discuss.
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Have you ever thought of a getaway to Colombia?
Sinéad Kennedy, travel writer and solo travel expert joined Zara on The Last Word to discuss.
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Pressure is mounting on Israel to stop its offensive on the Rafah border crossing.
With more, Hamish Young, Emergency Coordinator for UNICEF in Rafah joined The Last Word.
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It's now two weeks since the Re-Turn scheme was launched in Ireland, but how is it working?
Ossian Smyth, Minister of State with Responsibility for the Circular Economy joined The Last Word.
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Cosmetic surgery is now more popular than ever among women, but why?
To find out, Jennifer Rock from Skinnerd.com, Dr. Brian Higgins from Galway Primary Care and Psycotherapist Dr. Finian Fallon joined The Last Word.
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Ray Silke, Former All Ireland Winner & Secondary School Teacher in Galway joined The Last Word to discuss a new study from the World Health Organisation which suggests school uniforms can decrease the amount of exercise done by students.
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Severe turbulence has increased by about 55% according to a study from the University of Reading.John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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How is consumer price inflation actually measured?
Edel Flannery, Head of the Prices Division at the CSO joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss his top picks for the best smart home tech to help make your life easier!
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A food delivery may be off the cards for now as many drivers are striking. Why is this?
Fiachra Ó Luain, Labour Rights Officer at the English Language Students Union joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Author of The Making of Mollie, Anna Carey joined us this week for The Culture Club!
The Making of Mollie has been adapted for the stage at The Ark.
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Home owners are being warned to be vigilant with tumble dryers over risk of the appliances catching fire.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor for The Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Minister for Education, Norma Foley met with representatives from social media companies today to discuss the safety of children when it comes to using online platforms.
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Legendary rock band AC/DC have announced they will play Dublin's Croke Park this August.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Should there be stricter rules in place around workplace romances?
Catherine Hayes, Managing Associate for Lewis Silkin , and Sinead Brady, Career Psychologist joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated US Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss the latest in politics, and other news from the US.
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Minister for Public Expenditure, Paschal Donohoe joined The Last Word to discuss details of the Government's new Public Sector Pay Deal, announced earlier today.
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Developer Johnny Ronan is to build a 17-storey building in Dublin.
Ian Guider from The Business Post joined The Last Word.
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Joe O'Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word for the weekly streaming and TV slot.
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Seen as Dublin Airport is reportedly at capacity, why are there so few flights from Ireland's Regional Airports?
Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie joined The Last Word.
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'Stalked' airs tonight on Virgin Media, and depicts distressing stories.
Jarlath Rice, a stalking victim whose stalker was sentenced to four years in prison and Alan Bradley, producer and director of the documentary joined The Last Word.
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Why is Taylor Swift's potential appearance at the Superbowl being politicised?
Mark Hogan from Pro-Football Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Conor Gallagher, Security and Crime Correspondent for The Irish Times, and Professor Donnacha Ó Beacháin, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU joined The Last Word to discuss a new agreement reached between Ireland and NATO to counter threats posed by Russia.
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Why has Finish airline Finnair decided to begin weighing passengers before flights?
Dave Hanratty from the No Encore Podcast, and Sinead O’Carroll, Editor of The Journal.iejoined The Last Word for The Week Trending.
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The closing of two Glen Dimplex sites will result in up to 300 jobs cuts for the electrical group in the coming years.
Ian Guider, Business Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Will a car-free Dublin city centre really work?
Brendan O’Brien, Head of Technical Services for Dublin City Council, and Keith Gavin from the Irish Parking Association joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Comments made by an Israeli basketball player about the Irish women's team have created tensions around today's meeting of the two countries on the international basketball stage.
Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer for The Irish Daily Star joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word with his list of the best gadgets to help you optimise your home workouts!
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Why are so many people in rural Ireland without a GP?
Dr. Ilona Duffy, GP in Monaghan and Peadar Toibin, Aontu Leader and TD for Meath West joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Hamas has responded to an Israeli ceasefire plan with their own suggestions. Could this signify a potential end to the conflict in Gaza?
Patrick Bury, Senior Lecturer in Security at University of Bath and Former NATO analyst joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Why are people still overpaying for home insurance?
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Would you pay as much as €6 for a cup of coffee?
Alan Andrews, Owner of The Old Barracks Coffee Roastery in Tipperary and of Guji Coffees Bars in Limerick and Cork, and Jean McCabe, Chief Executive at Retail Excellence Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.
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At the Grammys this week, Taylor Swift teased news about a new album coming later this year.
The Last Word on Music with John Caddell and Dee Reddy.
In our weekly US slot, we hear from Marion McKeone and Cal Thomas about recent bad news for Donald Trump regarding January 6th 2021.
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The former Taoiseach and leader of Fine Gael, John Bruton passed away this morning following an illness.
His former cabinet colleague Ivan Yates and Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU joined The Last Word.
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An investigation has found that some students are being left without places as an enrollment crisis worsens.
Carl O’Brien, Education Editor of the Irish Times, Catherine Murphy, TD for Kildare North and Caroline Carpenter a parent living in Prosperous, Co Kildare joined The Last Word.
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In 2015, Matt Cooper sat down with former Taoiseach John Bruton to discuss his book called Faith in Politics.
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Hoodie-wearing or oversized jumpers will have to be taken off in security at Dublin and Cork Airports, Bambie Thug won big at last week's Eurosong and Bank Holiday joys.
They're all the topics being discussed by Today FM's Ben Finnegan and Roe McDermott, Irish Times relationship columnist on the Week Trending.
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It's officially the start of the hurling season for 2024.
Jamsie O'Connor and John McIntyre joined The Last Word for a preview.
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Staff shortages in hospitals are said to be affecting patient care.
Dr Chris Luke, columnist with the Irish Medical Times and retired consultant in emergency medicine and Dr. Trish Byrne, Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist joined The Last Word.
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Many different scams managed to dupe investors into giving over €9 million in 2023.
Niamh Davenport, Head of Financial Crime with the Banking and Payments Federation joined The Last Word with Dermot Williams, managing director, Threatscape.
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Mark Zuckerberg received some stark warnings at a recent US Senate hearing. Other tech giant CEOs were also present.
Tech Journalist Andy O'Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss.
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On the weekly movies slot, Brian Loyd, Movies Editor of entertainment.ie is looking at Argylle and The Zone of Interest.
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Government Ministers are to travel the world on St. Patrick's Day. But at what cost to the environment?
Environmental Journalist John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Founder of iconic televised festival Other Voices, Philip King joined us this week for The Culture Club!
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Green Party Junior Minister Joe O'Brien has submitted an objection to new Dublin Airport expansion plans.
Mary Rose Burke, CEO of Dublin Chamber, and Ciaran Cuffe, MEP for The Green Party joined The Last Word to discuss.
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VHI's third price rise in a year may be a stretch for customers.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor for The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A follow-up operation on the Dublin riots began today, with two people detained by Gardaí for questioning.
Conor Lally, Crime and Security Editor with The Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A new anti-bullying plan from the Government hopes to ensure that all incidents of bullying are recorded by schools.
Dr. James O’Higgins Norman, UNESCO Chair on Bullying and Cyberbullying, and Director of DCU Anti-Bullying Centre joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Will Taylor Swift help Joe Biden to win the US presidential election?
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated US Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Gardaí believe human remains found yesterday in Cork may be those of missing man Ciaran Quilligan.
Barry Roche, Southern Correspondent for The Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The Government plans to implement specially dedicated flights for deporting failed asylum applicants. Why is this and what will it involve?
Cathal Malone, Immigration Lawyer, and Conor Gallagher, Crime and Security Correspondent for The Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss.
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With only one qualification for the Eurovision finals in the last ten attempts, is it time for a change of direction for Ireland?
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When will the next general election take place? Are Sinn Fein losing support?
Aisling Moloney, Political Correspondent for The Irish Daily Mail, Daniel Murray, Political Correspondent with The Business Post, and Gerard Howlin, Public Affairs Consultant and Former Government Advisor joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Why has Ryanair cut its annual profit forecast, despite a big year for the airline?
Ian Guider, Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Are you thinking of taking a solo trip?
Sarah Slattery from Travelexpert.ie and Sinead Kennedy, Author, Travel Writer & Solo Travel Expert joined The Last Word to discuss the best options available!
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A deal was been reached for a new public sector pay rise following extensive negotiations.
Niall Shanahan, Communications Officer with Forsa and Daniel McConnell, Editor for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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In news that has shaken the football world, Jurgen Klopp has announced he will step down as Liverpool manager at the end of the season.
Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Brianna Parkins and Eoghan Tomás McDermott joined The Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories, including the death of Ian Bailey.
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The Citizen's Assembly on Drugs Use has called for the decriminalisation of drugs for personal use.
Chair of the Assembly and former HSE CEO Paul Reid joined The Last Word with the latest.
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It's Tech Thursday, and this week it's all about what you may need to spruce up your home office.
Tech Journalist Andy O'Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The Chair of the RTÉ Board, Siún Ní Raghallaigh has made a statement in relation to the recent Toy Show The Musical Controversy.
Columnist with The Business Post, Ian Guider had the latest.
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The Last Word on Movies looked at Andrew Scott and Paul Mescal in All of Us Strangers.
Roe McDermott, Movies Editor with Hot Press joined the show to discuss.
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A report from Grant Thornton has found that the RTÉ board did not sign off on Toy Show: The Musical.
Ian Guider, Columnist for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Is the prospect of a car-free Dublin City centre realistic?
Richard Guiney, CEO of Dublin Town, Michael Pidgeon, Green Party Councillor and Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor with The Sunday Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Singer and songwriter Janis Ian joined us this week for The Culture Club!
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PTSB are increasing their current account fees for almost half a million customers.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor for The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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According to the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland's annual review, 63% of people believe house prices in Ireland have peaked.
John O’Sullivan, Chair of SCSI Practice and Policy Committee and Killian Woods, Business Reporter for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated US Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss the latest news from the US Presidential race.
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Cillian Murphy has received his first ever Oscar nomination, in the running for Best Actor in a Leading Role.
Brian Lloyd joined The Last Word to discuss.
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What age should young girls be using expensive skincare products?
Dr. Colman Noctor, Child Psychotherapist & Author joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Will the infamous TV license fee by replaced by monthly internet tax?
Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Arnotts and Brown Thomas have written to Dublin City Council to express concerns around future transport plans which may affect footfall in the city.
Ian Guider, Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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If you're looking for some inspiration for a holiday with your partner, Sarah Slattery from Travelexpert.ie joined The Last Word to discuss the best deals available.
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Barry Regan, Executive Vice President for Global Operations at Dexcom joined The Last Word to discuss a new Galway plant which could create up to 1,000 jobs.
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Is the new season of True Detective receiving negative reviews from viewers because, unlike earlier seasons, it stars two females?
Orla Ryan, News Correspondent for The Journal, and Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training at The Communications Clinic joined The Last Word for The Week Trending.
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Kneecap the movie has become the first Irish language film to premiere at Sundance film festival. It is now signed on for a major distribution deal with Sony.
Producer Trevor Birney joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Frank McDonald, Former Environment Editor for The Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss the controversial new design plans for the redevelopment of the iconic Stephen's Green shopping centre in Dublin.
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Why has the planned policing surge in Dublin city been halted?
Conor Lally, Crime & Security Editor for The Irish Times, and Paul Gallagher, Business Owner & Member of Retail Excellence Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
30 million tonnes of ice is being lost in Greenland every hour, according to new scientific analysis. Why is this so alarming?
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Andy O’Donoghue has taken a dive into the world of virtual and augmented reality this week for Tech Thursday!
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Tony Leen, Sports Editor of the Irish Examiner joined The Last Word to discuss the latest on the controversial proposal to rename iconic Cork stadium Páirc Uí Chaoimh 'SuperValu Park'.
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Exports of Irish beef to China will resume immediately, following a suspension by the General Administration of Customs of China.
Martin Murray, Executive Director of Asia Matters and John Gibbons, Environment Commentator joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Singer songwriter Cathy Jordan joined us this week for The Culture Club!
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Bord Gáis is the latest to follow in a trend of energy providers cutting their prices, but should we be celebrating just yet?
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor for The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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How are the Government responding to the issues around warehoused debt repayments owed by restaurants from the COVID-19 pandemic?
Daniel McConnell, Editor of The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
Is Ariana Grande turning heads with her new song, or is her first single since 2020 sounding like a flop?
John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Should you be guaranteed a parking space when buying a house or apartment in an urban area?
Feljin Jose from The Dublin Commuter Coalition, and Blake Boland, Head of Communications for AA Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Does Donald Trump's early success in Iowa indicate success to come further afield?
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated US Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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If you're looking for some inspiration for this year's family summer holiday, look no further! Sarah Slattery from Travelexpert.ie joined The Last Word with a list of the best destinations and deals available.
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According to a report from Deloitte, the average price of a hotel room in Dublin in 2023 was €210.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Jason Smyth, former Paralympian and current contestant in Dancing With The Stars joined The Last Word to to discuss leaving his comfort zone for the dancefloor.
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Naomi O’Leary, Irish Times Correspondent, and Ann Marie O’Reilly, National Advocacy Manager for Threshold joined The Last Word to discuss the controversy surrounding landlord Marc Godart.
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Edel Coffey, Author and Irish Examiner Columnist, and Ian Power, Ceo of Spunout.ie joined The Last Word to discuss the biggest trending stories of the week, including British GQ's claim to Irish star Barry Keoghan.
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More than a dozen sites used by Houthis rebels in Yemen have been bombed by US and UK forces.
Patrick Bury, Senior Lecturer in Security at the University of Bath and Former NATO Analyst joined The Last Word to discuss.
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How has Conor McGregor gone from one of Ireland's most celebrated sports stars to a poster boy for the far right?
Gavin Cooney, Journalist with the 42.ie joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure & Reform joined The Last Word to discuss today's failure to strike a new public sector pay deal.
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We know single use plastics are harmful to the environment, but should you be avoiding plastic bottles for health reasons?
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Talks for a new public sector pay deal have been suspended after a 'disappointing' offer from the Government.
Daniel Murray, Political Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Electronics show CES is taking place in Las Vegas, with an intriguing look into an AI powered future on display.
Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Alex Cooney, Chief Executive of CyberSafeKids joined The Last Word to discuss new plans from Meta to implement age verification on their social media sites.
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Rising music star Megan O'Neill joined us this week for The Culture Club.
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Could you be saving money on your everyday costs?
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Dublin is second only to London as the slowest city in the world for drivers.
Michael Pidgeon, Dublin City Councillor for the Green Party (Dublin South West Inner City), and Michael Sheridan, Motoring Journalist, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A new show in London will feature Elvis Presley as a hologram, following the success of the recent ABBA concerts.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss.
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New research from the ESRI has found that Ireland's nursing home sector is 'under threat of failure'.
Tadgh Daly, Chief Executive of Nursing Homes Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A laneway in Dublin city centre has been closed by the city council due to anti-social behaviour.
Hazel Chu, Dublin City Councillor with The Green Party, and Nial Ring, Independent Dublin City Councillor joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated US Columnist, andMarion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss the biggest news from the US, including the latest on Joe Biden's 2024 presidential campaign.
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One of the most lucrative partnerships in the history of sport has come to an end.
Lorcan Allen, Business Editor with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Hundreds of businesses are facing closure as a result of extra costs and Covid-era tax obligations.
Rebecca Feely, owner of recently closed KALE + COCO, and Neil McDonnell, Chief Executive at ISME joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Need some TV and streaming recommendations for the coming months?
Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word with their thoughts on the best things to watch in 2024!
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Planning a trip this year?
Sarah Slattery from Travelexpert.ie, and Eoghan Corry, Travel Commentator, joined The Last Word to talk travel trends for 2024!
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Michael Sheridan, Motoring Journalist, and Maebh Reynolds, CEO & Co-Founder of GoPlugable, joined The Last Word to discuss Ireland's gradual move towards electric vehicles.
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Conor Lally, Security and Crime Editor for The Irish Times joined The Last Word with the latest on the Christmas Eve shooting in Dublin, which has resulted in a second man dying in hospital.
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Will we soon have to face a reduction in portion sizes in restaurants without a reduction in price?
John Gibbons, Journalist and Environmental Commentator, and Kate Demolder, Arts and Culture Journalist joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Based on Ireland's climate in 2023, what can we expect from 2024?
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Helen Vaughan, Psychotherapist with Maynooth Counselling joined The Last Word to discuss ways to approach relationship conflicts more healthily.
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Is the worst of inflation really over?
Ian Guider, Business Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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What is the circular economy when it comes to technology, and why is it so important?
Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Feeling drained after the holidays?
Helen Vaughan, Psychotherapist with Maynooth Counseling joined The Last Word with her guide to getting the New Year off to a great start!
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We're looking ahead to another big year for American politics, with the 2024 Presidential Election looming.
Larry Donnelly, Lecturer in Law at the University of Galway, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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What can we expect from the year ahead in politics?
Daniel McConnell, Political Editor with The Business Post, and Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Conor Lally, Crime and Security Editor for The Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss the recent Christmas Eve shooting in Dublin.
Who are the people involved in this violent incident? Will this incident lead to more gang-related violence?
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The Last Word remembers some of the famous people who passed away in the last year.
Actor Alan Arkin
Singer Tony Bennett
Actor Michael Gambon
Steve McKay – guitarist with the UK band Pulp
Comedian, broadcaster and animal rights advocate Paul O’Grady
Singer Astrud Gilberto
Broadcaster Michael Parkinson with Barry Humphries (as Dame Edna Everage)
Andy Rourke – bassist with The Smiths
US politician Henry Kissinger
Singer and actor Harry Belafonte
Former political aid & broadcaster Jerry Springer
Singer Tina Turner
James Reid Sex Pistols guitarist
Poet and Actor Benjamin Zephania
Singer Jane Birkin
Actor Julian Sands
Robbie Robertson from The Band
Football legend Sir Bobby Charlton
Singer Lisa Marie Presley
Actor Mathew Perry
Singer Christy Dignam
Guitarist with the Script Mark Sheehan
Singer Shane MacGowan
and Singer Sinead O’Connor
Dave Hanratty, Host of the No Encores Podcast, Brianna Parkins, Columnist, Eoghan Tomas McDermot, MD of The Communications Clinic, and Journalist Lise Hand all joined The Last Word for a special news review of 2023.
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Will the decision to ban the sale of vapes to those aged under 18 really stop children from vaping?
Professor John Crown, Consultant Oncologist, and Joe Dunne, Director at Hale Vaping joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Brian Lloyd and Roe McDermott joined The Last Word to give their ecommendations for the best movies available to watch on TV and streaming this Christmas!
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Paul Healy, Crime Correspondent for The Irish Daily Star joined The Last Word to give details on the court proceedings of the recent Parnell Square stabbings which took place today.
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Andy O’Donoghue joined us for the last Tech Thursday of 2023, to discuss last minute tech gifts for Christmas day!
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Could average house prices in Dublin realistically fall below €300,000 in the near future?
Eoin O’Broin, Sinn Féin TD and Housing Spokesperson, and Senator Mary Fitzpatrick, Fianna Fáil Housing Spokesperson, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Following a statement made by Leo Varadkar on the rules and regulations around applying for asylum in Ireland, Immigration Lawyer, Cathal Malone joined The Last Word to discuss the process in detail.
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Are you covered for festive incidents at home this Christmas?
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy join The Last Word for the final music slot of 2023. We're looking back at some of the music from this year.
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The European Commission is challenging X, formerly known as Twitter, over its online behaviour.
To explain, Tech Journalist Andy O'Donoghue and Dr. Johnny Ryan from the Irish Council for Civil Liberties joined The Last Word.
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Caelan Doris has signed a contract extension with Leinster until 2027.
He joined The Last Word for a chat.
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The Democrats have started to compare Trump with Hitler, but is this a step too far?
Our weekly US slot with Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone.
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Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss the best telly and streaming to get stuck into this Christmas!
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The EU has taken it's first formal steps towards bringing legal action against social media platform X, owned by Elon Musk.
Lorcan Allen, Business Editor for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Sarah Slattery form Travelexpert.ie, joined The Last Word for our final Travel segment of 2023, and this time we're going to Vienna!
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Conor Lally, Security and Crime Editor for The Irish Times, and Catherine Connolly, Independent TD for Galway-West, joined The Last Word to discuss the latest on a lengthening list of arson attacks taking place around the country.
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Shari Irfan, President of the Irish Second-Level Students Union, joined The Last Word to discuss the decision to allocate the first week of secondary school Easter holidays to the Leaving Certificate oral exams.
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According to a study published in The Irish Medical Journal, dog bites have risen by a half in the last decade.
Tanya Clarke, Head of Adoptions & Dog Trainer at the DSPCA joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Lineker defies BBC rules, Zara recalls ads, and Trump cuts up and sells his suit.
Roe McDermott, Irish Times Advice Columnist, and Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent with The Irish Examiner joined The Last Word to discuss the biggest stories of the week!
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Mick O’Connell, Master of Wine and Owner of Neighbourhood Wine, joined The Last Word with a list of great bottles you can get your hands on for Christmas!
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Susanne Rogers, Research and Policy Analyst for Social Justice Ireland, and Adrian Cummins, Chief Executive with The Restaurants Association of Ireland, joined The Last Word to discuss Ireland's 12% increase in minimum wage, and the possible affect it will have on businesses.
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Who better to discuss sustainable gift ideas than our own John Gibbons for this week's Last Word on The Environment!
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Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word with his predictions for tech trends to come in 2024!
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Buying your first home may seem impossible sometimes, and you may find yourself asking questions like; how can I show savings when rent is so expensive?
How far back will I have to go when showing my bank statements?
What if there are loads of “nights-out” transactions on those statements?
Will I get approved to buy a doer-upper?
Buying your first home can be an incredibly overwhelming experience, but we’ve got just the ticket if you’re one of the many thousands of first-time buyers trying to put your foot on the property ladder in Ireland.
Today FM and EBS recently held a brilliant event where we spoke to top mortgage experts from EBS, who broke down what is needed when it comes to getting the keys to your very own front door in your hands.
Today FM’s Dara Quilty was joined by Mortgage Expert Naomi Battle from EBS and by Shay Lally, a quantity surveyor and the man behind the very popular Instagram account House to Restore to field some burning questions from first time buyers.
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A new survey from the Residential Tenancies Board has found that the average cost of rent has risen significantly in the last three years.
Lorcan Sirr, Senior Housing Lecturer at Technological University Dublin, and Pat Davitt, Chief Executive at the Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Emmet Murphy from The Rademon Estate Distillery joined The Last Word with a list of the best whiskeys and gins to enjoy this Christmas!
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Are we about to see a price war in energy prices?
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Ciara Carty, Director of Services at Focus Ireland, and James Flanagan, Focus Ireland Service User, joined The Last Word to discuss the homelessness crisis and the near 4,000 children affected by it as we move closer to Christmas.
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One of Ireland's most popular festivals has revealed it's headliners for 2024!
John Caddell and Dave Hanratty joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Why are the Republicans trying to impeach Joe Biden?
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Journalist Lise Hand, and Minister for Public Expenditure & Reform, Paschal Donohoe joined us in studio for their annual rundown of the best non-fiction books of the year!
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Research has found that two fifths of Irish people surveyed believe hate is on the rise.
Professor Amanda Haynes, Co-Author with Professor Jennifer Schweppe of Public Understandings of Hate Crime: Ireland, North and South, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Novelists Edel Coffey and Kevin Power joined The Last Word with a list of the best fiction books of 2023 that you can read over the holidays or give as gifts!
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Retailers are expecting to make about €1.1 billion extra on Christmas spending this year, up 5% on last year.
Ian Guider, Business Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Sarah Slattery from Travelexpert.ie joined The Last Word to discuss some great ideas for travel related gifts this Christmas!
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Priscilla Lynch, Clinic Editor for The Medical Independent joined The Last Word to discuss the recent rise in RSV cases in children's hospitals.
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Vaughan Yates, Founder of TVM, and Alex Morrell, Beverage Director at TVM joined The Last Word to discuss the best non-alcoholic drinks for your festive season!
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Hundreds gather to say goodbye to Shane MacGowan, Swift named person of the year, and baseball caps for Gardaí.
Aoife Barry, Journalist and Author of Social Capital, and Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training at The Communications Clinic joined The Last Word to discuss for The Week Trending
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Gavin Cooney, Journalist with the42.ie , and Michael Foley, Sports Writer with The Sunday Times and Author of The Children of Croke Park, joined The Last Word to discuss the best sports books of 2023!
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Due to an explosion in the population of deer in Ireland, the Government has given the go-ahead to culling in an attempt to control the unsustainable growth of this wild animal.
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland has estimated that a couple would need a combined salary of €127,000 to buy a house in Dublin in 2023.
Edward McCauley, Director of Practice & Policy at the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland, and Cian O’Callaghan, TD and Housing Spokesperson with the Social Democrats joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word for Tech Thursday, to discuss the best tech for pet owners!
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Should tobacco sales be phased out entirely?
Mark Murphy, Advocacy Manager for Environmental Health and Tobacco with the Irish Heart Foundation, and Colm Burke, TD and Health Spokesperson for Fine Gael, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Russell Alford & Patrick Hanlon from Gastrogays & The Sunday Times Ireland, joined The Last Word with their recommendations for the best Christmas cookbooks to get your hands on this festive season!
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A new survey suggests that many people in Ireland expect to work until the age of 70 before they can afford to retire.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Member of Paul McCartney's Wings, and co-founder of Moody Blues, Denny Laine has died aged 79.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Judith Boyle, Beverages Lecturer at TU Dublin joined The Last Word with some fantastic beer recommendations for the festive season!
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Liz Cheney has claimed that if Donald Trump is reelected, the United States would be 'sleepwalking into dictatorship'.
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent for The Business Post, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Enda O’Neill, Head of Office for UNHCR Ireland, and Daniel McConnell, Editor of The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss a new weekly payment increase for for asylum seekers who have not yet been accommodated.
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According to a report from the Nevin Economic Research Institute, more than a quarter of the jobs in Ireland are of 'poor quality'. What does this mean?
Dr. Lisa Wilson, Senior Economist at the Nevin Economic Research Institute, and Senator Marie Sherlock, Labour Spokesperson on Workers’ Rights, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Is Paschal Donohoe planning to leave Irish politics?
Ian Guider, Business Columnist for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Minister for Agriculture, Charlie McConalogue joined The Last Word to discuss a statement he released today which claims 'real, intangible progress' is being made to reach agreed agriculture climate targets.
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Are you interested in visiting the the United States' capital city?
Sarah Slattery, from thetravelexpert.ie joined The Last Word with all of the information you need to make it a great trip!
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Have you ever wondered what happens to the goods seized by the Criminal Assets Bureau?
Conor Lally, Security and Crime Editor for The Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Court Reporter David Raleigh joined The Last Word to discuss the verdict of the trial of All Star Limerick hurler, Kyle Hayes.
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Misinformation in the wake of the riots, a water cannon for the Gardaí, and Henry Kissinger's controversial legacy.
Journalist Lise Hand and Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and Political Columnist with The Journal, joined The Last Word to discuss the biggest stories of the week.
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Long-time friend of Shane MacGowan, Marion McKeone joined The Last Word to pay a special tribute to the late musical icon.
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What is the best tech to invest in to cut your food waste?
Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss.
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John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss the beginning of this year's UN Climate Change conference, COP 28.
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Musical icon Shane MacGowan passed away today at the age of 65.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word for a 2 part special, to look back at his iconic career.
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Liam Herrick, Executive Director for the Irish Council for Civil Liberties joined The Last Word to discuss new measures being introduced to aid Gardaí in their duties.
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There is a suggestion that we could run out of accommodation for asylum seekers later this week. How likely is this?
John Lannon, Chief Executive of DORAS, and Marian Harkin, Independent TD for Sligo-Leitrim, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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800,000 people are due to receive a letter from Revenue as a reminder to set up a recurring payment for their Local Property tax.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A sequel to the beloved fil Spinal Tap has been announced, with cameos from some of the biggest names in music history!
Ed Smith and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss.
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According to a new report from the CSO, the Gardaí are now the highest paid workers in the country, passing out IT professionals.
Ian Guider, Business Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
Could Nikki Haley have enough support to take on Trump in the race for next year's US Presidential election?
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway & Political Columnist with TheJournal.ie, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Sarah Slattery, from thetravelexpert.ie joined The Last Word to discuss the best Christmas markets you can visit in Ireland this festive season!
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Dane Galligan, Adventurer and Wilderness Expert, has suffered from severe depression for 20 years. He joined The Last Word along with Dr. Lorcan Martin, Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry to discuss the issue of severe depression, which 150,000 people are facing in Ireland.
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Would Croke Park be the most suitable venue for Katie Taylor's next fight?
Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with The Irish Daily Star joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A recent statement made by Leo Varadkar about former Hamas hostage Emily Hand has been received negatively in Israel. What does this mean going forward for Ireland's relationship with Israel?
Naomi O’Leary, Europe Correspondent for The Irish Times, and Alan Shatter, Former Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence, and Fellow of the Israel Council on Foreign Relations joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Following last week's events in the city centre, Niall Shanahan, Communications Officer with FORSA, and Adrian Cummins, Chief Executive of the Restaurants’ Association joined The Last Word to discuss the importance of an open door for immigrants in Ireland.
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With the reaction to yesterday's events, Eamon Ryan, Transport Minister, Jim O'Callaghan, Fianna Fail Spokesperson on Justice and Gary Gannon, Social Democrats TD for Dublin Central joined The Last Word.
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To discuss yesterday's events, The Last Word was joined by Business Owner Paul Gallagher, Conor Lally, Security and Crime Editor with the Irish Times, and Aoife Barry, author of Social Capital.
To discuss the cost of the riots, Neil McDonnell, CEO of ISME and Richard Guiney, CEO of Dublin Town joined The Last Word.
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This weekend's fight in the 3Arena has been overshadowed by posts made by Conor McGregor.
Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with the Irish Daily Star joined The Last Word to discuss.
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With some news from the housing market and the latest in the world of business, Ian Guider from The Business Post joined The Last Word.
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Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor for the Irish Independent, and Martina Hennessy from doddl.ie joined The Last Word for a Personal Finance mortgage special, to discuss everything from vulture funds to first time buyers.
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John Gibbons, Environmental Commentator, and Colm Markey, Fine Gael MEP joined The Last Word to discuss the prospect of sustainable aviation. Is it realistic, and if so, how close are we to it?
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Mairead Maguire, Reporter with The Journal, and Councillor Deborah Byrne of The Labour Party joined The Last Word to give the latest on an incident which occurred on Parnell Square in Dublin today. 5 people are in hospital, including 3 children.
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It's time for our annual Last Word Gadget Show! Over the course of this 6 part special we were joined by a number of guests to talk about everything from smartphones to hair dryers!
With our Tech Specialist Andy O’Donoghue joining us for the duration of the show, we also spoke to:
Elaine Burke and Sarah McGuinness on sound and vision tech,
Alison Healy on health and beauty gadgets,
Russell Alford on home and food tech,
Sarah McGuinness and Ben Finnegan on health and lifestyle picks,
and Brian Lloyd joined us to discuss all things gaming tech!
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Below is our list of top picks for The Last Word Gadget Show 2023!
All products featured on this show are available at www.currys.ie/as-featured-on-today-fm-gadget-show
- WITHINGS ScanWatch Hybrid Smart Watch
- NINJA Foodi Dual Zone AF300UK Air Fryer – Grey
- SAMSUNG Galaxy Z Flip5
- DYSON Supersonic Special Edition Hair Dryer with Gift Combo
- SAMSUNG LC34J791WTPXXU Quad HD 34" Curved LED Monitor
Priscilla Lynch, Clinic Editor with The Medical Independent, and Dr. Brian Higgins, GP with Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss recommended public health measures for the winter months. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Irish hospitality giant Press Up have announced 32 redundancies due to the current market climate.
Ian Guider, Business Columnist for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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An All-Ireland winning Limerick hurler is 1 of 3 men facing charges for the incident which happened in 2019.
Court Reporter, David Raleigh joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Dr. Laura Bambrick, Head of Social Policy for the Irish Congress of Trade Unions, and Neil McDonnell, Chief Executive at ISME joined The Last Word to discuss new changes being introduced to the social welfare system.
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What is the next step for our national soccer team following Stephen Kenny's run as manager?
Stephen Doyle, Today FM Sports Anchor, and Miguel Delaney, Chief Football Writer for The Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Donald Trump has marked Joe Biden's 81st birthday by sharing that he is in 'excellent health'.
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The pressure is on for new Late Late Show host, Patrick Kielty as he prepares for his first ever toy show!
Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss.
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If you're thinking of snapping up a Black Friday holiday deal next week, Sarah Slattery has everything you need to know!
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The Republic Of Ireland take on The Netherlands tonight in what looks like Stephen Kenny's last competitive international in charge.
Gavin Cooney, Sportswriter with The42.ie, and Stephen Doyle, Today FM Sports Anchor joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Why are renters paying €3,500 more per year than they would if they had bought the same property?
Mark Coan, Founder of Moneysherpa.ie joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Edel Coffey, Irish Examiner Columnist and Novelist, and Ben Finnegan, News Anchor at Today FM joined The Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories, including Roy Keane's latest career move!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
23 Irish citizens were evacuated on Wednesday from Gaza, with another 3 evacuated yesterday.
Elaine Loughlin, Political Editor with The Irish Examiner, joined us from Jerusalem to discuss.
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Is Barry Keoghan's latest film, 'Saltburn' worth a trip to the cinema?
Roe McDermott, Movies Editor with Hot Press joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The Sustainable Energy Authority Of Ireland have urged the Government to make a number of drastic changes in order to combat climate concerns.
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss the best in Black Friday deals, and the latest from Web Summit.
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With online scams on the rise, illegal streamers of video content are opening themselves up to financial danger.
Jenny Radcliffe, Social Engineer and People Hacker joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Comedian, Actor & Author of ‘Madhouse', PJ Gallagher joined us this week for The Culture Club!
He spoke to Matt about his favourite music, films and more!
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Kevin Bakhurst's new plans for the future of RTÉ will include a new salary cap and 400 job cuts.
Kevin Bakhurst, Director General of RTÉ joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Could we be on a downward trajectory with grocery inflation in the lead-up to Christmas?
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The Government have invited union representatives to engage in talks about new pay deals for public sector workers.
Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure joined The Last Word to discuss.
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US President Joe Biden will meet Chinese President Xi Jingping in San Francisco tomorrow. What type of meeting will this be?
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss Epilepsy in children. What should you be on the look out for?
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Up to 1 in 5 jobs may go in the next 4 years in RTÉ.
Ian Guider, Business Columnist with The Business Post, and Dr. Roddy Flynn, Associate Professor and Chair of School of Communications at DCU joined The Last Word to discuss this and other announcements made today by RTÉ in relation to it's future.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A survey has found that 4 out of 10 workers would consider a pay cut for the option to work remotely.
Ian Guider, Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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New laws for monitoring sex offenders are to be introduced following revelations in The Irish Daily Mail over the weekend that Josef Puska was a convicted sex offender before moving to Ireland.
Conor Lally, Crime and Security Editor for The Irish Times and Dr. Cliona Sadlier, Executive Director for the Rape Crisis Network Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.
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How come the falling prices of oil are not translating to Irish petrol pumps?
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor for The Irish Independent, and Kevin McPartlan, Chief Executive of Fuels For Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie joined The Last Word to discuss one of Europe's most popular and reasonably priced ski holiday destinations, Andorra.
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David Sneyd, Journalist with the 42 joined The Last Word to give his predictions for this Sunday's FAI Cup Final.
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The FAI appear to be struggling to meet government requirements for female representation in the organisation.
Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer for The Irish Daily Star, and Cliodhna O’Connor, Athlete Development Coach & former Dublin player joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Eoghan Tomas McDermott, MD of the Communications Clinic, and Sarah McGuinness, Deputy News Editor with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss the biggest stories of the week, including the outcome of the Ashling Murphy murder trial, and the issue of binge drinking in Ireland.
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Brian Lloyd from entertainment.ie joined The Last Word to discuss the latest in movie news, including the latest installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
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Are increased parking charges the answer to increasing our use of public transport?
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Jozef Puska has been found guilty of the murder of school teacher Ashling Murphy.
Frank Greaney, Today FM Courts Correspondent & Host of the All Rise podcast joined The Last Word to discuss.
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New EU rules are to be introduced aimed at curbing disinformation on social media.
Andy O’Donoghue, Tech Journalist joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Chief Executive of The Communications Clinic, Terry Prone joined us this week for The Culture Club!
Her memoir Caution To The Wind is now available.
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New rules that will make senior bankers individually accountable for their actions have been delayed. Why is this?
Ian Guider, Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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How much can homeowners really save by switching loans?
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor for The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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With road deaths continuing to rise in Ireland, will improved speed trap infrastructure help to slow us down?
Liz O’Donnell, Chairperson of the RSA, and Leo Lieghio from the Irish Road Victims Association joined The Last Word to discuss.
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With only one year to go to the next US presidential election, Trump currently leads in five key states.
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Do over-the-counter medicines for viral infections actually work?
Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.
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TD and Minister for Education, Norma Foley joined The Last Word to discuss new guidelines for parents on purchasing smartphones for primary school children.
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All evidence has now been heard in the trial of Jozef Puska for the murder of Ashling Murphy.
Frank Greaney, TodayFM Courts Correspondent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Orly Halpern, Journalist in Israel, and Patrick Bury, Defence and Security Expert at Bath University, and a Former NATO Advisor, joined The Last Word to discuss the latest updates on Israel's bombardment of Gaza.
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How did cocaine become so widely available in Ireland?
Nicola Tallant joined The Last Word to discuss her new book, Cocaine Cowboys.
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Sarah Slattery, from TheTravelExpert.ie joined The Last Word to give her thoughts and advice on one of Europe's most popular city and Christmas destinations, Prague!
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Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss the latest from the Molly Martens sentencing hearing.
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While in South Korea, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said that Israel's actions towards Gaza in the last few weeks are closer to revenge than self-defence,
Daniel McConnell, Editor with The Business Post, and Aoife O’Donoghue, Professor of Law at Queen's University Belfast joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Is it any surprise that AI is the word of the year? Why are people in Australia avoiding mushrooms?
Brianna Parkins, Irish Times Columnist, and Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training for The Communications Clinic joined The Last Word to discuss.
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It was announced today that Heineken will axe it's "Better, less bitter" stout, Island's Edge.
Lorcan Allen, Business Editor with The Business Post joined The Last Word with the latest business news.
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Andy O'Donoghue joined The Last Word for Tech Thursday.
Facebook/Meta has been told they can't use behavioural data for their ads in Europe.
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It's been revealed that Revenue could owe around 317,000 people €700 each.
Ged Nash, Labour's Finance Spokesperson and Marian Ryan from Taxback joined The Last Word.
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The Beatles have released their latest and final song.
John Caddell joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Are solar panels worth the investment?
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A date has been confirmed to allow Donald Trump and his children to testify in his $250 million court case.
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to disucss.
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Alan O’Reilly from Carlow Weather joined The Last Word ahead of the arrival of storm Ciaran, as flooding continues around the country.
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Osteoporosis affects about half of women and 1 in 5 men. But what is it, and how is it treated?
Dr Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Have we finally gotten some relief from rising costs?
Ian Guider, Business Editor with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Should employers be allowed to fire you for expressing your political views? Why do Gen Z want to see less sex on television?
Aoife Barry, Journalist, Broadcaster and Author of Social Capital, and Larry Donnelly, Lecturer in Law at the University of Galway joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The cost of house rebuilds has skyrocketed in recent years, with a 12% rise in the last year.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Will an unofficial cap on Ukrainian refugees in Ireland be coming into place due to a lack of available accommodation?
Jack Horgan-Jones, Political Reporter with The Irish Times, and Angie Gough, Co-Founder and CEO of Helping Irish Hosts joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Meningitis, while getting rarer, is still a public health concern.
Dr. Brian Higgins from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Read Me Baby One More Time!
John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word for the weekly music slot to discuss Britney Spear's new book.
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At cabinet this morning, the Government approved funding of up to 100,000 euro for flood relief schemes to help businesses impacted by flooding.
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America is trying to mitigate the situation in the Middle East, possibly delaying a ground invasion from happening in Gaza.
Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with The Business Post joined for the weekly US Spot.
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Bel Trew, Chief International Correspondent for The Independent joined us live from Tel Aviv to give an update on the latest in ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
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If a California trip is on your bucket list, Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie joined The Last Word to give her best recommendations and opinions for organising the trip of a lifetime!
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Today FM Courts Correspondent, Frank Greaney joined The Last Word to recount the events of day 4 of the Ashling Murphy Murder trial.
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Brent Pope and Liam Toland joined The Last Word to give a preview of the RWC semi-finals which take place this weekend.
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Web Summit Woes, Fermoy in County Cork described as "horrible" by a guest on The Graham Norton Show and Smithfield being voted a "cool" neighbourhood were among the topics discussed on The Week Trending.
Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with The Irish Daily Star and arts & culture journalist, Kate Demolder joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Has Martin Scorsese done it again with his new film, Killers Of The Flower Moon?
Roe McDermott, Movies Editor with Hot Press joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Today FM Courts Correspondent, Frank Greaney joined The Last Word to recount the events of day 3 of the Ashling Murphy Murder trial.
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John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss the latest in environmental stories, including the horrendous flooding in Cork this week.
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From the 1st of January, VAT on ebooks and audio books will be reduced to 0%. How can you take advantage of this?
Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Tánaiste Micheál Martin have met in an attempt to de-escalate tensions within the Coalition over the deficit in 2024's health budget.
Ciara Phelan, Political Correspondent for The Irish Examiner, and David Cullinane, TD and Sinn Fein Spokesperson on Health joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A new survey carried out by Taxback. com has shown that almost 7 in 10 people are put off becoming self-employed because they are worried about dealing with the Revenue Commissioners.
Marian Ryan, Director with Taxback.com joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Dublin Airport is in danger of breaching it's 32 million yearly passenger cap for the second time since 2019.
Lorcan Allen, Business Editor with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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What are Joe Biden's reasons for visiting Israel tomorrow?
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen has caused controversy over her comments on Israel and Hamas, as well as over her decision to go to Israel.
Billy Kelleher, Fianna Fáil MEP for Ireland South, and Suzanne Lynch, Chief Brussels Correspondent for POLITICO joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Are you in need of a health check?
Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss essential health checks for women.
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Is the new reboot of classic sitcom Fraiser any good?
Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Dublin Port has refused to hand over a 10 acre site to the Government, despite plans for it to be used to house about 1,200 people.
Janet Horner, Green Party Councillor for Dublin North Inner City, and Ger Hyland, President of The Irish Road Haulage Association joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Will our health services have enough money for the rest of this year and 2024?
Tony O’Brien, Former Director General of the HSE, and Dr. Brian Turner, Health Economist for UCC joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Looking to get away? Sarah Slattery joined The Last Word with her list of the best travel deals available right now!
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Peter Power, Executive Director of UNICEF Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss the latest on tensions in the Middle East.
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Ireland's roundabouts, addictive foods, and funerals without priests?
Sarah McGuinness, Deputy News Editor with the Business Post, and Ben Finnegan, Today FM News Anchor joined the Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories.
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What will the return of concert films do for the future of the cinema industry?
Brian Lloyd joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Israel continues it's siege and air strikes on Gaza. What are the details of a possible ground offensive?
Bel Trew, Chief International Correspondent for The Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Plans for the 2030 Fifa World Cup seem to contradict the corporation's pledge to become carbon neutral.
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Do you or a loved one find it tough to keep up with new technology?
Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to shed some light on staying on top of things when it comes to tech!
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Joe Biden has condemned the Hamas raid on Israel, echoing the overwhelming US support for Israel in light of the events.
Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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An Irish celebrity who is on trial for the alleged defilement of an underage girl has pleaded not guilty.
Frank Greaney, Courts Correspondent for Today FM joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Minister For Education, Norma Foley joined The Last Word to discuss the details of Budget 2024's education investments, as well as her thoughts on the infamous voluntary contribution.
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Have the Government done enough with regards to climate action in Budget 2024?
Minister for Environment, Climate Action, Communications and Transport, Eamon Ryan joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Minister for Public Expenditure, Paschal Donohoe joined The Last Word to discuss the plans for money allocated to public spending in Budget 2024.
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Minister for Finance, Michael McGrath joined The Last Word to discuss his views on Budget 2024.
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What is in the Government's €13bn Budget?
Daniel McConnell, Editor with The Business Post, Ian Guider, Business Columnist with The Business Post, and Nancy Fallon, Tax Partner with KPMG joined The Last Word to discuss the details in this year's Budget special.
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What do we know so far about the details of tomorrow's Budget?
Ian Guider, Business Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Israeli Ambassador to Ireland, Dana Erlich joined The Last Word to discuss Israel's declaration of a 'full siege' of Gaza.
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If you are planning to ahead abroad to the Christmas markets, now is the time to organize your trip. Sarah Slattery joined The Last Word to discuss the best value Christmas markets you can visit this year!
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A briefing document given to Eamon Ryan by Transport Infrastructure Ireland has predicted that a failure to properly invest in road improvements over the next 5 years could result in 77 deaths.
Conor Faughnan, Transport Commentator & Chief Executive of the RIAC, and Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor with The Sunday Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Brianna Parkins, Irish Times Columnist, and Ian Power, CEO of Spunout.ie joined The Last Word to discuss the biggest trending stories of the week past, including the end of Aertel, aka teletext!
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What are shower pebbles and how can they help you save water?
Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss the latest in sustainable tech for your home and pocket.
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Pope Francis has said we are 'nearing breaking point' when it comes to global warming.
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A new report has found a surge in the number of people with gambling addictions. Why is this?
Pete Lunn, Head of the ESRI’s Behavioural Research Unit, and Professor Colin O’Gara, Consultant Psychiatrist & Head of Addiction Services at St. John of God Hospital joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The Irish Cancer Society are aiming to have parking charges for cancer patients in hospitals scrapped, as requested in their pre-Budget submission to the Government, along with a number of other requests.
Averil Power from the Irish Cancer Society joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Bookmaker Paddy Power is to close 21 shops around the country. Why is this?
Ian Guider, Columnist for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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According to a new survey, up to half of taxpayers want to see tax relief on health spending restored to 40%.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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New rules are to be introduced for e-scooters which will see an age and speed limit for those riding them.
Liz O’Donnell, Chairperson for the Road Safety Authority, and Dr. John Legge, Consultant in Emergency Medicine at St Vincents University Hospital joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Former US President Donald Trump is returning to court as he faces a civil fraud trial in New York.
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post, joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Would you pay to use Instagram and Facebook?
Elaine Burke, Journalist and Host of the Fortechsake Podcast joined The Last Word to discuss.
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New laws will soon allow pharmacists to dispense certain forms of contraception medicines without prescription.
Gabija Gataveckaite, Political Reporter with The Independent, and Kate O’Connell, Pharmacist, joined The Last Word to discuss,
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Joe O'Shea and Elaine Burke joined Matt Cooper for the weekly TV and Streaming slot.
Zara King, Virgin Media News Correspondent also joined to discuss her programme 'To Die For: Cosmetic Surgery in Turkey' which airs on Virgin Media tonight.
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The Shona Project will host 2,000 TY students in at the Shine Festival in the SETU Arena in Waterford.
To talk about the Shona Project, Senior Ambassador Fatima Ismail and Bernie Keogh, Managing Director of A Lust for Life joined The Last Word.
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It was expected that the trial of a man who is accused of murdering schoolteacher Ashling Murphy in 2022 was due to begin today, but it didn't.
Frank Greaney, Today FM's Courts Correspondent joined The Last Word to explain why.
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Long-haul holidays don't come cheap, but deals are surfacing for Summer 2024.
Sarah Slattery from travelexpert.ie joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A 16 year old has been arrested after allegedly killing a family member in Co. Offaly.
Conor Gallagher, Security & Crime Correspondent with The Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss.
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One of the greatest hurlers of all time, DJ Carey, is now facing 21 criminal charges over an alleged cancer treatment scam.
Court Reporter, Tom Tuite joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Kate Demolder, Arts & Culture Journalist, and Eoghan Tomas McDermott, MD at The Communications Clinic joined The Last Word to discuss the week's biggest stories, including plans for a National Women's Museum in Ireland.
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Irish born actor Michael Gambon died yesterday aged 82. Roe McDermott, Movie Editor with Hot Press joined The Last Word to look back on his career.
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Next Tuesday, hundreds of Criminal Barristers will strike for one day due to fee cuts imposed during the recession.
Sara Phelan, Chair of the Bar Council joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Are drivers the most entitled of Irish road users?
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to continue our discussion about the use of technology to tackle Ireland's road safety issues.
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Michael Wolff, Author of The Fall: The End of Fox News and the Murdoch Dynasty, joined The Last Word to discuss Rupert Murdoch's exit from Fox News, and his influence on Tucker Carlson's career over the years.
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Figures for the 2020-2021 academic year show that 12% of first-year students at third level didn't go on to the second year of their chosen course. Why is this?
Dr. Derek O’Byrne, Vice-President of Academic Affairs at South East Technological University joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A huge number of Irish households are struggling to pay energy bills, with €600 owed in arrears on average.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Joe Biden's ratings have taken another fall. It comes as a Republican party debate for the presidential nomination is to take place over the next few days.
Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post and Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist joined The Last Word.
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'Tension' is the name of the new Kylie Minogue album and it's just one of the picks on the weekly music slot.
Dee Reddy and John Caddell joined The Last Word.
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Irish company CRH (Cement Roadstone Holdings) recently abandoned the Irish Stock Exhange to list on the New York one.
Sarah McGuinness from The Business Post joined The Last Word to update on their progress.
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Dr. Tony Holohan has a new book called "We Need To Talk". It explores his life at a time where his family were going through something unimaginable.
He joined The Last Word to talk about it.
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Elon Musk's story is full of complexities, mental health issues and difficult relationships.
The author of "Elon Musk" joined The Last Word to talk about this biography.
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It's a while now since the madness of the Celtic Tiger but yet, some houses are asking for massive prices.
To discuss, Barry McDonald, Real Estate Agents Alliance spokesperson and Paul Mitchell, Director and co-founder of Mitchell McDermott joined The Last Word.
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It's safe to say many households struggled last winter to manage their costs going towards energy, this winter could be the same. What should we do to minimize the burden?
Dr Paul Deane, Senior Lecturer in Clean Energy at UCC and Clare O’Connor, Energy Policy Officer with Friends of the Earth joined The Last Word.
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A lot of parents like to book holidays for the October mid-term break. Is it too late?
Sarah Slattery, from Travelexpert.ie joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The Week Trending is back - on the agenda is Dáil Protests, missing RTÉ documents and more.
Claire Ronan from Ocean FM and Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training with the Communications Clinic joined The Last Word.
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The scandal at CHI Temple Street rumbles on. It's claimed some colleagues in the hospital knew about the use of non-surgical grade implants.
Health Editor with The Irish Times, Paul Cullen joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Europe is facing a public health crisis, with almost everyone across the continent breathing toxic air.
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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What is appropriate in the workplace when it comes to relationships?
Julie Galbraith, Partner in Employment Law at Eversheds Sutherland, and Sinead Brady, Career Psychologist joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Could road safety technology be the answer to decreasing fatalities on our roads?
Andy O’Donoghue, Tech Journalist, and Barry Lunn, CEO of Provizio joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The Government has a plan to ban disposable vapes due to potential health risks and environmental concerns.
John Mallon, Spokesperson for Forest Ireland, and Tad Kirakowski, Chief Executive at VOICE Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A confidential internal report from 2019 has found the new Garda roster, which is to be reintroduced by Commissioner Harris, as "not fit for purpose".
Brendan O’Connor, President of the Garda Representative Association joined The Last Word to discuss.
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In a speech made at the National Ploughing Championships, President Michael D. Higgins outlined a number of 'big changes' to be made in the Irish diet as a result of the global climate crisis.
Pat O’Toole, Political Correspondent with The Irish Farmers’ Journal, and Dr. Kian Mintz Woo, Lecturer at the Environmental Research Institute at UCC joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Journalist and frequent contributor to The Last Word, Lara Marlowe joined us this week for The Culture Club!
She spoke to Matt about her favourite music, podcasts, TV and more!
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Following recent talk of progression towards a cashless society, Minister for Finance Michael McGrath has insisted that cash remain an option for payments to state run agencies.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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State owned company ESB has been extraordinarily profitable in the first half of the year, with an operating profit of €676 million.Ian Guider, Business Editor with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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US Senators no longer have to follow the traditional 'business attire' dress code while on the Senate floor.
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Medicine shortages are becoming more and more common in the world of healthcare. Which medicines are the most affected today, and how serious is this issue?
Dr. Brian Higgins joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Following Russell Brand's recent allegations, Irish Times Columnist Fintan O’Toole joined The Last Word to discuss his piece on the matter, featured in yesterday's paper.
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The weekly travel slot continues, this time some recommendations on a scenic and relaxing cruise along the River Shannon.
Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie joined The Last Word.
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After Ireland's 59-16 win over Tonga, attention now turns to the next Pool B clash with South Africa on Saturday.
Alan Quinlan, Paul Wallace and Fergus McFadden joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The BBC and Channel 4 have both launched investigations following a documentary which aired over the weekend detailing serious allegations against comedian Russell Brand.
Nick Ferrari joined The Last Word from London along with Noeline Blackwell, Chief Executive of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre.
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Patrick Kielty hosted his first Late Late Show on Friday, Channel 4 aired a joint investigation between them, The Times and The Sunday Times newspapers into allegations against Russell Brand and the first trailer for Fraiser has been released.
Joe O'Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The Week Trending continues this week with a look ahead to Patrick Kielty's first Late Late Show, the hole at Portmarnock Beach causing a stir and trouble in Trinity, along with much more.
Roe McDermott, Irish Times advice columnist and Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer, Irish Daily Star joined The Last Word to discuss.
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In our continuing slot on the Rugby World Cup, we're joined by former Ireland internationals Billy Holland and Paul Wallace to discuss Ireland's upcoming clash with Tonga.
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Tadhg Hickey has released a new book "A Portrait as A Piss Artist of a Young Man".
The fellow Cork man joined The Last Word to talk about it.
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The Minister for Agriculture has appeared before the Oireachtas Agriculture Committee today to discuss the new nitrate directive incoming from the European Union.
He joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Could we soon see a car-free Dublin City Centre?
Brian Caulfield, Professor of Transport at the School of Engineering in Trinity College Dublin, and Colm Ryder, Infrastructure Coordinator for Dublin Cycling Campaign joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Alan O’Reilly from Carlow Weather and Environmental Commentator John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss the responsibility we have as a nation to both mitigate and adapt when it comes to the issue of global warming.
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Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss the incredible developments in medical tech in recent years.
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The Government has published its speed limit review. What will the implications of this review be, and how drastic a change can we expect?
Jack Chambers, Minister for State at the Department of Transport joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Irish businessman Bernard Looney has resigned from his role as Chief Executive of BP following allegations relating to past relationships with colleagues.
Ian Guider joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Do people in Ireland know how to react in the event of a flood, and are we prepared for flooding to become a more common issue?
Alan O’Reilly from Carlow Weather, Councillor Deirdre Forde of Fine Gael, and Liz Dunphy, Reporter with The Irish Examiner joined The Last Word to discuss.
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What is the likelihood of Ireland becoming a totally cashless society in the near future?
Celine Clarke, Head of Advocacy & Public Affairs with Age Action, James Kelly, Head of Financial Services with KPMG, and Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The RSA has launched a renewed campaign to achieve 0 road deaths by 2050? Is it realistic?
Sam Waide, Chief Executive of Road Safety Authority and Donna Price, Chair of the Irish Road Victims Association joined The Last Word to discuss.
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1 in 5 women in Ireland die from heart disease. What signs should you lookout for and are there any precautions you can take
Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Our Rugby World-Cup continues following Ireland's explosive opening game of the tournament!
Matt Williams, and Cian Tracey joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Tánaiste Micheál Martin has confirmed cuts to the Universal Social Charge are being considered as part of Budget 2024.
Danny McConnell, Editor for The Business Post, and Suzanne Rogers, Research and Policy Analyst for Social Justice Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Half a million people will become eligible for free GP care before the end of the year, with 215,000 to avail of it from today.
Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Considering a trip to Paris this Autumn? Sarah Slattery joined The Last Word with her top tips for seeing the sights without the hassle!
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Tomorrow sees Ireland take on Romania in the opening game of the Rugby World Cup in France.
To discuss, Alan Quinlan, Duncan Casey and Matt Williams joined The Last Word.
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The week trending this week features topics like that Virgin Radio interview with Ryan Tubridy, the infamous Wofe Tones' record-breaking gig at Electric Picnic and Jordan Henderson's move to Saudi Arabia.
Author Edel Coffey and Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent with the Irish Examiner joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The European Commission is concerned about nitrates' impact on the environment, thus they're introducing limits. This will affect the national herd in Ireland, causing anger among farmers.
Pat McCormack, President of the Irish Creamery and Milk Suppliers Association, and Sinéad O'Brien from the Sustainable Water Network joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The Minister for Justice has announced a plan for Dublin City in a bid to make it a safer place. But will Community Safety Wardens Work?
Social Democrats TD Gary Gannon and Richard Guiney, CEO of Dublin Town joined The Last Word to discuss.
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With the World Cup about to kick off, we're continuing on with our coverage!
Simon Zebo - Munster & former Ireland international joins Matt to discuss.
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Would you welcome a human like robot into your home?
Andy O' Donoghue, tech journalist joins matt to discuss.
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A cut of 10% in the standard unit rate of electricity is on the way.
Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post joined Matt to discuss.
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Matt Caught up with a mother of 5 who took over her late husbands family business after he sadly passed away.
This is an extract from Magnified podcast with Vicki O’Toole, MD of JJ O’Toole Limited.
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Zoe Kavanagh, CEO of the National Dairy Council joined The Last Word to discuss suggestions that the organisation is impersonating a government run agency.
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As the Irish rugby team gear up for their 2023 World Cup campaign, legend of the game Brian O'Driscoll joined The Last Word to discuss the boys in green's chances of taking home the trophy!
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Will a reduction in Irish speed limits help to lower the rising number of deaths on our roads?
Seamus Boland, Chief Executive at Irish Rural Link, and Blake Boland, Head of Communications with the AA joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The Rugby World Cup kicks off this Friday with hosts France taking on 3 time winners New Zealand.
Brent Pope, Rugby Television Analyst joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Is there any validity behind Republican calls for the impeachment of US President Joe Biden?
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent for The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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What causes a concussion and what should you be on the look out for when it comes to children and young adults?
Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Richie Sadlier, Ex-Footballer and Psychotherapist joined The Last Word to discuss his 2 part series on RTE: ‘Let’s Talk About Sex’.
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If you're on the hunt for a travel deal this month, look no further as Sarah Slattery joined us today with her top September picks!
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Miguel Delaney joined The Last Word to break down the ongoing issues at Manchester United FC, further exasperated by their loss to Arsenal this past weekend.
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Are the Government on top of reaching our climate targets? Friends of the Earth have released a report which suggests they could do better.
Dr. Cara Augustenborg, Chair of Report by Friends of the Earth joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Today on The Last Word we were joined by a panel of experts to discuss what the world of work will look like in the future, in a two part special.
Maeve McElwee, Director of Employer Relations with IBEC, Ciaran Nugent, Economist with Nevin Research Institute, and Kevin Empey, Founder of Work Matters, Future of Work Consulting and Training Firm joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Mark Lawrenson joined The Last Word ahead of Arsenal's Premier League match up against Manchester United this Sunday.
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12 people have died on Irish roads since last Friday, with 125 fatalities in total this year.
Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD for Kerry, and Blake Boland, Head of Communications for the AA joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Global fast food chain Burger King are facing legal action over the size of their flagship burger The Whopper.
Ian Power, CEO of Spunout, and Aoife Barry, Journalist, Broadcaster and Author of Social Capital joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Keith Duffy is facing a new challenge for charity, in Africa!
Keith Duffy, and Paul Byrne from BodyByrne Fitness joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Is it the end of the road for 'dodgey box' users?
Elaine Burke, Journalist and Host of the For Tech Sake Podcast joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Finance Minister Michael McGrath has asked banks to outline possible support networks for mortgage holders facing high interest rates.
Ian Guider, Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Journalist and author Jennifer O'Leary joined The Last Word to discuss her new book, The Padre: The True Story of the Irish Priest who armed the IRA with Gaddafi’s Money.
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Vera Pauw is no longer in charge of the Women's International Team, but has the FAI explained their reasons for sacking the manager?
Gavin Cooney from The42.ie joined The Last Word to discuss.
Health insurance in Ireland is about to get more expensive as one provider announced price hikes starting in October.
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Airbnb has published its 2022 Irish economic impact report. The report says Airbnb boosted the Irish economy by €500 million last year.
But, it has been met with criticism, some saying it has a negative impact on Ireland.
Joining The Last Word was Máire Ní Mhurchú, chairperson, the Irish Self-Catering Federation and Cian O’Callaghan TD, Social Democrats housing spokesperson.
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John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to take a look at the weekend that lies ahead for Ireland's biggest music festival, Electric Picnic.
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How would RTÉ's register of interests work for staff and contractors in the future?
Ian Guider, Business Columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Will Trump's latest assigned court date help him with the upcoming election?
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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How can we spot and deal with psychosomatic illness and anxiety in our day to day lives?
Dr. Brian Higgins joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Liverpool enjoyed an incredible win over Newcastle over the weekend, with only 10 men on the pitch.
Mark Lawrenson, Tony Cascarino, and Miguel Delaney joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A number of Irish people, including at least 3 women in their 30s have died this year as a result of travelling abroad for cosmetic procedures.
Priscilla Lynch, Clinical Editor for the Medical Independent, and Professor Helen Heneghan, Consultant Bariatric Surgeon at St. Vincent’s Hospital joined The Last Word to discuss.
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According to a report written by John Mooney, Crime Correspondent with The Sunday Times, issues have arisen within the Kinahane Cartel between Christy Kinahan Senior and son Daniel Kinahan.
He joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Can we expect a long-awaited drop in energy prices in the coming months?
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent and Adrian Cummins, Chief Executive for the
Restaurant’s Association of Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Spain FA Chief won't quit, Presidential mugshot and potential culling of soap stars are just some of the topics covered in this weeks 'Week Trending'
Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training, Communications Clinic & Brianna Parkin, Irish Times Columnist join Matt to discuss
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Elon Musk is threatening to get involved in Helen McEntee's hate speech laws and has promised to file legal action to stop it from becoming law.
Michael McDowell, independent Senator, former AG and Minister for Justice joins Matt to discuss.
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Ireland is set to play in their last rugby world build-up game.
Matt Williams joins Matt to discuss.
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With drone technology becoming more and more popular, how is it set to improve our lives in the coming years?
Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Do Leaving Cert grading methods need to become tougher to combat the rising levels of university dropouts in recent years?
Brian Mooney, Irish Times Education Columnist & Guidance Counsellor, and Bryan O’Mahony, President for Academic Affairs at USI joined The Last Word to discuss.
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In last night's presidential debate, candidate Vivek Ramaswamy painted a bleak picture of the republican party's future contributions to global climate politics.
Sadhbh O’Neill, Coordinator of the Stop Climate Chaos Coalition joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Assistant Commissioner Justin Kelly has said open drug use will surge if laws are liberalised in relation to the availability, consumption and possession of drugs.
Dr Garett McGovern, GP specialising in addiction treatment and Medical Director of Priority Medical Clinic in Dundrum joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Wholesale energy prices are falling, but why isn't the consumer seeing a reduction in bills?
Ian Guider from The Business Post dropped by for the weekly business slot.
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Our weekly money slot with Charlie Weston continues with a twist!
This special includes Daragh Cassidy – Head of Communications with Bonkers.ie and Neasa Hourigan – Green Party TD for Dublin Central.
Are Irish people getting enough from their banks? The Last Word discusses.
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A shocking statistic has revealed that almost a quarter of Ireland's pubs have closed since 2005.
108 pubs closed last year according to an annual survey.
John Clendennen, President of the Vintners Federation of Ireland and Independent TD Michael Healy Rae joined The Last Word.
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There has been backlash to the NCT's decision to make their mandatory services cashless.
Peadar Toibin, Aontu leader and TD for Meath West, and John Lowe, Financial Advisor, and Author of The Money Doctor joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Will Ireland have to face enormous fines from the EU in 2030 as a result of not meeting climate targets?
Noel Cunniffe, Chief Executive at Wind Energy Ireland, and Dr. Muireann Lynch, Senior Research Officer on Energy Economics at ESRI joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Donald Trump has reportedly decided to ditch tomorrow's Republican debate to record an interview with Tucker Carlson.
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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What should you be looking out for to avoid sending a sick child to school this September?
Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Statements have been released today by both Manchester United FC and Mason Greenwood confirming the player will not return to the club.
Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Lucy Letby has received the rare sentence of full life in prison, meaning she will never be released.
Tristan Kirk, Courts Correspondent for The Evening Standard in London joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Following the latest in a series of violent events in Dublin city centre, Gardaí plan to meet with local business owners to address ongoing safety concerns.
Richard Guiney, Chief Executive at Dublin Town, and Conor Lally, Security and Crime Editor with The Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Have you ever considered going Island hopping in Greece? Sarah Slattery joined The Last Word to chat everything you need to know for the trip of a lifetime.
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Mark Lawrenson and Miguel Delaney joined The Last Word to give their predictions for the weekend's biggest football fixtures.
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Shelbourne Hotel Sommelier, Nisea Doddy joined The Last Word to discuss her recommendations for the best wines to close out the summer!
See her full list below.
Trimbach Pinot Blanc Alsace (white)
The Bee and the Flower Galicia (white)
Ros Rose Navarra (rose)
Drouhin Beaujolais Village (red)
Jasci Montepulciano d’Abrusso (red)
All available to buy.
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Sarah McGuinness, Assistant News Editor with The Business Post, and Ben Finnegan, News Anchor with Today FM joined The Last Word to discuss the biggest stories of the week, including rumoured format changes for The Late Late Show!
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Man Utd have set a date for the reintegration of Mason Greenwood into the club.
Noeline Blackwell, CEO of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre, and Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with The Irish Daily Star joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Legendary television presenter Michael Parkinson has sadly passed away at the age of 88.
Former Late Late Show producer John Masterson joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Have you heard of greenwashing or greenshifting? Why are they so dangerous?
Environmental Journalist and Commentator John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Questions are being asked about the Garda response to Bank of Ireland's major technical glitch earlier this week.
Liam Herrick, Executive Director with the Irish Council For Civil Liberties joined The Last Word to discuss.
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What are the findings of Grant Thornton's second report into the circumstances surrounding RTÉ's recent payment controversy?
Ian Guider joined The Last Word to discuss.
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According to CSO figures, Dublin house prices fell by 0.9% in June. Does this mean we have seen the peak for house prices in Dublin?
Marian Finnegan, Managing Director of Residential and Advisory at Sherry Fitzgerald joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Bank Of Ireland has issued an apology following a bizarre event last night which allowed some customers to withdraw up to €1,000 in surplus of their balance. What caused this glitch?
Andy O’Donoghue, Tech Journalist, and Brendan Burgess, Consumer Advocate and founder of askaboutmoney.com joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Donald Trump is facing a fourth indictment over attempts to overturn his 2020 general election defeat in Georgia.
Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.
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According to Eurostat survey figures, 68% of Irish adults aged between 25 and 29 are still living in their family home.
Dylan Cagney, a 28 year old living at home, and Senator Annie Hoey joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Hemochromatosis is an inherited condition that involves a gradual build up of iron stores, due to an inability to properly break down that iron. Ireland has the highest rate of this condition in the world.
Dr. Illona Duffy joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Ryan Tubridy is reportedly in urgent meetings with RTÉ about the future of his career with the national broadcaster.
Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Four tourists in their twenties from the UK were attacked in Temple Bar on Saturday night. A teenager has been arrested in relation to the incident and appeared in court today before being released on bail.
Conor Lally, Crime & Security Editor with The Irish Times, and Trina O’Connor, Criminologist & Host of the Real Lives Untold podcast joined The Last Word to discuss.
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After a long summer for parents trying to keep young children entertained while on school holidays, Sarah Slattery has some suggestions for things to do with the kids over the remainder of the school break.
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Journalist Lise Hand and Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent with The Irish Examiner joined The Last Word to catch up on all of the biggest stories from the last week, including the recent Wild Youth controversy.
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Week after week it has been reported there has been a shortfall in TV license revenue. Is it all down to RTÉ's recent controversey?
Finola Doyle-O’Neill, Broadcast & Legal Historian at UCC, and Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD joined The Last Word to discuss.
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With interest rates increasing, is it time to introduce mortgage interest relief?
Sean Canney, Independent TD for Galway East and part of the Regional Independent Group, and Professor Edgar Morgenroth, Professor of Economics at DCU Business School joined The Last Word to discuss.
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John Gibbons joined The Last Word to clear up some of the popular myths around climate change and the transition to renewable energies.
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Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss the latest innovations in the world of smartphone apps! See below for his full list of recommendations.
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Shabaam
Shabaam is a unique app that elevates the GIF-sharing experience. While GIFs have become a popular way to express emotions and reactions online, Shabaam takes it a step further by allowing users to add their own voice or sound effects to their favorite GIFs. The result is a short video that combines visual and auditory elements for a more engaging and personalized message. Whether it's adding commentary, a joke, or any sound of your choice, Shabaam provides a fresh twist to the traditional GIF.
Yarn
Yarn offers a novel storytelling experience tailored for the mobile generation. Instead of traditional narratives, Yarn presents stories in a text message format, giving users the sensation of peeking into someone else's conversations. The app boasts a diverse library of stories spanning genres like mystery, romance, comedy, and sci-fi. With daily updates and a unique presentation style, Yarn provides a fresh and immersive way to enjoy stories on the go.
Forest by Seekrtech - sort of a Tamagotchi for productivity!
Forest is more than just a productivity app; it's a motivation tool that encourages users to stay focused on their tasks. The concept is simple: plant a virtual tree and watch it grow as you work. However, if you get distracted and leave the app, the tree withers and dies. Over time, users can grow a virtual forest, symbolizing their accumulated focus and productivity. For an added touch of real-world impact, the app partners with Trees for the Future, allowing users to plant real trees through their virtual achievements.
Noisli
Noisli is a sound generator designed to enhance focus, relaxation, and productivity. Recognizing that everyone has their own preferred background noise, Noisli allows users to mix and match various sounds, such as rain, wind, waves, and birdsong, to create their ideal ambiance. Whether it's to drown out distractions, set the mood for relaxation, or create a conducive work environment, Noisli offers a customizable and immersive sound experience.
Make A Cocktail
Make A Cocktail is the first App developed by Make Me A Cocktail, probably the world’s biggest online cocktail resource, with over 3,500 recipes and a growing community of cocktail-making, home bar enthusiasts from around the world.
Enter the ingredients you have in front of you, from all the spirits and mixers in your cupboard to juices and wine in the fridge and even add stranger ingredients like eggs if you have them! The app shows you cocktails you can make right now, with simple to follow recipes!
Browse the cocktails by base spirit or type or have a go at the featured cocktail of the day!
Tasty
Over 3000 Tasty recipes now at your fingertips; an all-new Step-By-Step instruction mode; ‘My Recipes’ page which serves as your very own mobile cookbook, and an innovative Search tool that allows you to filter by any ingredients, cuisine and social occasion you’re in the mood for!
OpenTable
The OpenTable app is a one-stop-shop for everything dining, but is best known as the booking system used by restaurants, so it's ideal for using if you're on holidays or travelling.
Kindle App
The Kindle app is Amazon's official e-reader application that allows users to access and read their Kindle e-books on various devices without needing a physical Kindle device.
Is public enthusiasm for converting to electric vehicles dimming?
Neil Briscoe, Motoring Journalist with The Irish Times and CompleteCar.ie, and Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor and Columnist with The Sunday Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The average interest rate on new mortgage agreements in Ireland went above 4% in June. This is the highest level in over two decades.
Charlie Weston joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The Government has published a review of a new 7 pillar AI strategy, which will aim to "build public trust".
Dara Calleary, Minister for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Our weekly music slot continues with John Caddell and Dee Reddy.
Sinéad O'Connor being laid to rest, Lizzo defending her name in the wake of allegations, and music from Liam Gallagher was on the agenda today.
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In a post on Truth Social, Donald Trump claims that wokeness cost the US Women's Soccer Team their place in the World Cup.
Marion Mckeone, US Correspondent with the Business Post and Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Can you be racist to a white person? Has political correctness gone too far? What's wrong with dog whistles? Are we responsible for structural injustice? That's a sample from the book called Arguing for a Better World.
Arianne Shahvisi, the book's author joined The Last Word.
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Dermot Whelan, one-half of Dermot and Dave on Today FM, is leaving the station after 9 years. Before that, himself and his radio partner spent 12 years on 98FM in Dublin.
The pair have spent 21 years together and as it's due to come to an end, Dermot joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Chris Sherlock was bullied in school to the point where he left before he completed his Junior Cert.
Ever since then Chris has been trying to piece his life back together. He’s 31 now and joined Matt Cooper on The Last Word to discuss his journey.
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Chris Sherlock, anti-bullying campaigner
Don't let the rain stop you and the fam from having that outdoor family BBQ.
Pat Conway from Smokin' Soul joins Matt to cover his go-to rainy-day BBQ recipes. All full recipes can be found below.
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Not the normal Chicken Wings
This recipe is a complete break from the norm to more mainstream hot/spicy or bbq wings.
Ingredients
250 g Parmesan
2 tsp Chilli Flake
1 cup flat-leaf Parsley
75g Butter
½ cup Honey
1 kilo of chicken wings
Directions
Take your chicken wings and cook offset on your bbq at 180c until the core temp reaches 85 degrees, at this point the meat is getting ready to come away from the bone. This could take 45 mins. The wings are not seasoned OR marinated in any fashion at this point. You can take the wings and sear over the flames should you wish.
Having reached the desired temp begin to put the wings into a large bowl with the rest of the ingredients except the butter and honey, as the wings are added to the mix keep stirring the contents of the bowl. Make sure as each new batch of wings that are added gets coated evenly. Keep repeating the processes until all the wings are in the bowl and there is no ingredient left at the bottom of the bowl. Now add the butter and honey and make sure all the wings are equally covered, serve immediately and enjoy.
Smokin' Soul BBQ Sauce
One of the most divisive recipes in Smokin' Soul history. Jim and I spent years playing with different versions and variants of bbq sauce. BBQ sauce when done well is a joy to behold, when done incorrectly it is horrendous. This is our everyday sauce, do make this week in advance, it is so much better once matured.
Ingredients
5 kg Ketchup (average quality will do, don't use very vinegar-heavy ketchup.)
4 cups brown sugar
1 cup Worcester sauce
1/3 cup of American mustard
2 cups apple juice
1/3 cup garlic powder
1 cup apple cider vinegar
Tablespoon of cayenne
Tablespoon of salt
2 Tablespoons cracked black pepper
Tablespoon paprika
½ tablespoon cumin
½ tablespoon coriander
Directions
In a large pot mix all ingredients together. Bring to a simmer very slowly, the slower the better. Keep the contents of the pot stirred regularly as the sugar will try to sink to the bottom and will burn to the base of the pot and ruin the sauce. Cool and decant to containers of your choice, and refrigerate. Due to the preservatives present in the ketchup, the sauce will keep indefinitely once refrigerated. Do allow the sauce time to come together, hence making a big match means the sauce gets a chance to mature and becomes better over time.
Cauliflower steaks
Soak a head of Cauliflower in water for an hour.
Remove the Cauliflower and coat in a hot sauce of your choice, I like to mix sriracha and a lousiana vinegar-based hot sauce together for this.
Put a dry rub of your choice on Cauliflower next, there are many options out there or you can make your own.
Put it into your bbq and cook offset until it's tender.
Remove and slice in inch-thick slices.
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A family has been refused permission by An Bord Pleanála to keep a bike shed that was built in their front garden in 2021 over concerns it would be “detrimental'' to the setting of the house and those around it.
Sinead O’Carroll, Editor at The Journal.ie, and Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent with the Irish Examiner joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Today's Irish Times opinion poll has found the public value greater public spending over the prospect of income tax cuts.
Pat Leahy, Political Editor with the Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss.
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How will Donald Trump's latest indictment affect his 2024 GOP nomination?
James Comey, Former Director of the FBI and Author of Central Park West joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Planning a road trip in the sun? From dashcams to portable coffee makers, Andy O’Donoghue has everything you need to make it as enjoyable as possible!
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A number of SUVs in South Dublin have had tyres deflated by climate action group The Tyre Extinguishers.
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The Irish Farmers Journal has released its annual Agribusiness report in association with KPMG, which suggests high food prices are not just a short-term issue.
Lorcan Roche Kelly, Agribusiness Editor with the Irish Farmers Journal joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Donald Trump appeared in court last night in connection with keeping state documents in his home in Florida. He claims he is innocent.
Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Marion McKeone, US correspondent, Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss the significance of the case and the scenes outside the courthouse in Miami.
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Should Ireland have an honours system where we recognise excellence among citizens by giving them a special suffix after their name?
Senator Michael McDowell and Senator Gerard Craughwell joined The Last Word to discuss.
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It's Men's Mental Health Week this week. The ambassador for the week is none other than David Gillick, the former Olympic athlete.
He joined The Last Word to discuss why men need to take care of their mental health.
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Legendary Aslan singer Christy Dignam has passed away today at the age of 63 following a long battle with cancer.
Dave Hanratty and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to remember the iconic Irish star.
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According to a new survey, young people's desire to work for tech giants is on the down. Why is this?
Samantha McCaughren, Business Editor with the Sunday Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Do we need to develop new pathways for students to reach third-level education outside of the CAO points system? How can we improve upon the already existing options outside of the CAO?
Prof David FitzPatrick, President of Technical University Dublin and Paddy Kavanagh, General Secretary with Connect Trade Union joined The Last Word to discuss.
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It's the hottest day of the year so far, and we should all be taking the proper precautions to stay healthy and cool while enjoying the weather.
Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss this, and Conjunctivitis, a common condition that has been on the rise in recent times.
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It really is a blue Monday for Man United fans following a historic weekend for Manchester City.
Mark Lawrenson and Miguel Delaney joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Its sun holiday season! Why not take a Spanish road trip?
Sarah Slattery joined us with all of the info for The Last Word On Travel!
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Shocking footage of a man whizzing down the M50 on an E-Scooter has led to renewed calls for helmet-wearing to become mandatory for users.
Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications for AA Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.
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What does the future of sport look like after Saudi Arabia's huge deal with the PGA tour?
Gavin Cooney, Sportswriter with The42.ie joined The Last Word to discuss.
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It's been another turbulent week for Prince Harry as his court case against the Mirror Group continues.
Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with the Daily Star, and Aoife Barry, Journalist and Broadcaster
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Donald Trump has been indicted for a second time. The former US president has been charged over his handling of classified documents after he left the White House.
Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Cyclists in Italy may soon have to take out insurance and have number plates and indicators fitted to bikes. Is it a good idea and could this approach work in Ireland?
David Timoney from the Dublin Cycling Campaign joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Over 236,000 children in Ireland are living in poverty according to a new report from the Children’s Rights Alliance.
Julie Ahern, Director of Legal, Policy, and Services at the Children's Rights Alliance joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The FAI has shared its vision for what it believes can create a modern and fit-for-purpose football infrastructure and industry, to transform the sport in Ireland.
Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with the Irish Daily Star joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Mr. Bean star Rowan Atkinson has some interesting views on electric vehicles, but is there any truth behind them?
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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How can you make your summer swims and time at the beach as enjoyable as possible? Andy O’Donoghue has a few suggestions!
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Will the world water crisis affect your pint of Guinness this summer?
Samantha McCaughren, Business Editor with the Sunday Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The ISPCA has launched an urgent national appeal as many of its rescue centres are coming under pressure to keep up with a sharp rise in animal cruelty cases across the country.
Dr. Cyril Sullivan, CEO of the ISPCA joined The Last Word to discuss.
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It is important to be on high alert these days with a worrying rise in financial scams. So how can you avoid the latest wave of scammers?
Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Harry Styles will play one of the most anticipated gigs of the year at Slane Castle this Saturday.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Snoring is extremely common, but can get irritating for people who are on the receiving end!
What can be done to help those with other halves who are snorers?
Dr. Neil Stanley, Independent Sleep Expert and Dr. Caroline West, Sex Educator and host of the Glow West podcast joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Footage has emerged of senior Kinahan Cartel member Liam Byrne being arrested by Spanish police while out to dinner with his family. He is now being retained at the request of Britain's NCA.
Conor Lally, Crime and Security Editor with the Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Acne is a very common condition that affects around 85% of people. What causes it and how is it best treated?
Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.
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As Manchester City press on in their mission to acquire 3 major trophies in 2023, will Manchester United be able to rock the boat in the FA Cup Final?
Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined The Last Word to discuss.
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In a BBC interview, Philip Schofield has said 'he's lost everything' following affair allegations.
Dave Hanratty from the No Encore Podcast, and Roe McDermott, Irish Times Columnist joined The Last Word to discuss.
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According to a report released by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Irish Government will not reach it's projected climate targets for 2030.
Stephen Treacy, Senior Scientist in the Emissions Statistics section of the EPA’s Office of Evidence and Assessment, and Brian Leddin, Climate Spokesperson for the Green Party joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The only instance in which it is legal to harm a hare in Ireland is when coursing. Is it time to put a stop to it?
John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.
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The transport watchdog has received almost 300 complaints about taxi drivers not accepting card payments or not even having a card machine.
Jim Waldron, Spokesperson for the National Private Hire and Taxi Association joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Given the cost of housing and rent in Ireland, it's no surprise that Ireland is amongst the EU countries with the most adults living at home.
Sarah McGuiness, Assistant News Editor with the Business Post and Dr. Joanna Fortune, Psychotherapist & Author joined The Last Word to discuss.
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From locks to lights to the latest in training tech, Andy O'Donoghue joined us on The Last Word with the best gadgets to make the most of the summer weather, on your bike!
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On this week's Culture Club, it's the founder of Body & Soul Festival, Avril Stanley!She joined The Last Word.Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Ian Guider from The Business Post joined The Last Word with some good news regarding inflation and employment.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Outgoing Minister for Justice Simon Harris is to ask government colleagues not to oppose an amendment that would make drink-spiking a criminal offence.Senator Mary Seery Kearney joined The Last Word.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Norma Foley joined The Last Word to discuss a new scheme giving counselling to primary school children.The pilot will be available in 7 counties initially.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
How can you spot a burst ear drum? And if you have one, how would you treat it?On this week's health slot, Dr Brian Higgins, from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word.Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Is the sky the limit on spending by the US government? Why are conservatives attacking Budweiser and target?US Correspondent with The Business Post, Marion McKeone and nationally syndicated columnist, Cal Thomas joined The Last Word with the answers.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Katrina O'Sullivan is the author of Poor: Grit, Courage and the Life-Changing Value of Self Belief. She's a lecturer at Maynooth University and she joined The Last Word to tell her story.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The sale of vaping products to minors is to be banned this summer following cabinet approval, but what does this mean?Dr Garrett McGovern, GP Specialising in Addiction Medicine and Professor Donal O’Shea, from the RCSI joined The Last Word.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Our weekly travel spot continues. There are plenty of last-minute travel deals to be had!Sarah Slattery joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Patients could be missing out on cancer drugs due to some companies not paying out for them.Professor John Crown joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Eight primary schools in Greystones have come together to tackle the mental health issues caused by young children using smartphones. Dr. Colman Noctor, Child Psychotherapist & Author of The 4 to 7 Zone, and Rachel Harper, Principal of St Patrick’s National School, Greystones joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined The Last Word to give their relegation predictions for the final weekend of Premier League action.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Ryan Tubridy will host The Late Late Show for the final time after 14 years on air, and Irish Gardaí are heading to Disneyland!Ben Finnegan, News Anchor for Today FM, and Brianna Parkins, Irish Times Columnist joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Music icon Tina Turner has sadly passed away at the age of 83. Dave Hanratty, Host of the No Encore Podcast joined The Last Word to look back on her life and work.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
RTÉ have issued a request to staff to avoid air travel, despite plans to fly new Late Late host Patrick Kielty back and forth from the UK for hosting duties.John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It's 5 years today since Ireland voted to repeal the 8th amendment to the constitution. So what options are available to women around the country today?Priscilla Lynch, Clinical Editor for the Medical Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Listen to the full piece by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
If you're considering putting some money towards staying healthy this summer, Andy O’Donoghue joined us for Tech Thursday with his top health tech recommendations.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Should remote workers be concerned about the levels of surveillance they are under from their employer?John O’Connell, General Secretary of the Financial Services Union joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Meta aka Facebook has announced their third round of job cuts this year. What does this mean for the company going forward?Ian Guider, Columnist with the Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
What difference would a three year motor insurance policy make to driver's pockets?Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Minister Eamon Ryan joined Matt Cooper on The Last Word to take your questions.The big question was on electricity prices and why we pay so much in IrelandFind out by pressing play and subscribe to The Last Word wherever you get your podcasts.
Minister Eamon Ryan joined Matt Cooper on The Last Word to take your questions.Are we where we need to be when it comes to retrofitting homes in Ireland to upgrade their energy ratings?Find out by pressing play and subscribe to The Last Word wherever you get your podcasts.
Minister Eamon Ryan joined Matt Cooper on The Last Word to give his take on where Ireland stands when it comes to the future of electric vehicles. Are we where we need to be when it comes to infrastructure, charging points and grants?Find out by pressing play and subscribe to The Last Word wherever you get your podcasts.
Iconic British band Blur have announced their first album in eight years, to be released in July. John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
US Senator Tim Scott has announced his bid for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with the Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Hypertension, aka high blood pressure, will affect 1 in 4 of us in our life. If left untreated it can have a negative effect on almost every organ in the body.Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Are we being charged too much for electricity and gas? Figures from the CSO may suggest so.Darragh Cassidy from Bonkers.ie joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A one-point defeat for Leinster to La Rochelle over the weekend left both fans and team sorely disappointed. What does this mean for Irish rugby going forward? Fergus McFadden, Former Leinster Player, and Cian Tracey of The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
According to research by Planet Youth, parental tolerance of underage drinking has risen between 2018 and 2022.Jen Hogan, Parenting Columnist with the Irish Times and Emmet Major, Planet Youth Coordinator joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
An awareness campaign has been launched today to highlight that threatening to share intimate images of a person is a crime with potentially serious consequences. Dr. Catherine O’Sullivan, Lecturer in Criminal Law and Criminology at University College Cork joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Have you ever arrived at the airport or your destination and realised you've forgotten something important for your trip? Sarah Slattery joined us with her ultimate holiday checklist for summer 2023.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Will we have a Premier League winner by Saturday night?Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar's partner has apologised for posting to social media during the coronation of King Charles, saying it reflected 'poor judgement'. Edel Coffey, Author and Irish Examiner Columnist, and Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Careers at The Communications Clinic joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A viral video showing a 14-year-old school boy being violently assaulted in Navan has been watched over 5 million times.Conor Gallagher, Crime and Security Correspondent with the Irish Times, and Professor James O’Higgins Norman from the National Anti-Bullying Research and Resource Centre at DCU joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A study from DCU has found traces of antibiotics and antidepressants in Irish rivers. John Gibbons, environmental commentator joined us with details of the study.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
In a speech in the Dáil today, Tánaiste & Minister for Defence Micheál Martin gave details of the consultative review into Ireland’s defence policy, including military neutrality. Prof John O’Brennan, Director of the Maynooth Centre for European and Eurasian Studies and Matt Carthy, TD and Sinn Fein Spokesperson on Foreign Affairs & Defence, debated the role of neutrality in Ireland’s defence policy.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
HMV is making a return to Ireland seven year after closing it’s last store here. Journalist Aoife Barry and Today FM presenter Ed Smith, look ahead to the re-opening and discuss the resurgence of vinyl.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button this page.
From the latest in BBQ tech, meat thermometers, oven cameras and outdoor entertainment systems, Andy O’Donoghue has all the gadgets to turn your garden into a summer party scene.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A major international report has predicted that it is probable the world will break the 1.5 degree celsius climate threshold by 2027. So what does this mean?Dr. Chris Mays, Lecturer in Paleontology at the School of Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences at UCC joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Is Netflix's new Conor McGregor documentary worth a watch?Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Most wouldn't think of their local Credit Union as the place to get a mortgage, but could it be one of the best options available?Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
EU legislation which proposes minimum energy performance standards is being drafted and could prevent people who own their own homes from selling them in the future. Orla Coyle, Head of Energy and Sustainability at Savills, and Joe Durkan, Head of SEAI's Technical Department, joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
What should patients know if considering travelling abroad for a cosmetic procedure? Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The Public Section Climate Action Mandate highlights a number of actions to be taken in order to reduce emissions by 51% by the end of the decade, one of which is to phase out public sector parking.Pauline O’Reilly, Green Party Senator, and Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD for Kerry joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan joined us on The Last Word to discuss his life, career, and new book Unbreakable. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A political comment made by Derry Girls star Siobhán McSweeney during her BAFTAs acceptance speech was cut by BBC1 from footage for their highlights show, which aired last night.Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Why is it difficult at present to get basic hay fever drugs from pharmacies in Ireland?Irish Pharmacy Union President Dermot Twomey joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Footage has been shared online of a group of young men attacking and dismantling a makeshift asylum seeker camp, with more videos later showing the camp in flames.Lucky Khambule from the Movement of Asylum Seekers in Ireland, and Jack Power, News Reporter with The Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
UK police slammed over their treatment of protestors, Ireland's obsession with fake tan, and Trump's disastrous CNN Townhall were just some of the topics covered in 'The Week Trending'.Sarah McGuinness, Assistant News Editor with the Business Post and Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent with the Irish Examiner joined Matt to discuss the top trending stories this week.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
After Everton's win against Briton, Manchester City are in for a much more challenging game against Everton. Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino join Matt to discuss this in full. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
According to 2019 data from the CSO, 94% of women in Ireland do not return to work after having kids. But is it feasible to do so in 2023?Brianna Parkins from The Irish Times joins Matt to discuss her findings. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Following Eurovision disappointment for Ireland in the first of two semi-finals, the question is being asked, where is it all going wrong for us?Broadcaster and Journalist Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A report released by two Irish charities today has shown that up to 1 in 4 older tenants expect to be paying rent for the rest of their lives.Eoin O’Broin, Sinn Fein spokesperson on housing and Anne Marie O’Reilly, National Advocacy Spokesperson for Threshold joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Eirgrid has held an auction for contracts to build offshore Irish wind farms. The Government's current climate aims require 70% of energy to come from renewable sources by 2030. John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
From sous vide cookers to hydroponic gardens, Andy O’Donoghue joined us to discuss the latest in tech for your kitchen!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Will today's meeting of the Retail Forum lead to lower prices in our supermarkets? Duncan Graham, Managing Director of Retail Excellence Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Should the price of GAAGo warrant a reduction in the cost of the TV license? Dick Clerkin, former Monaghan footballer and Jennifer Whitmore, Social Democrats TD joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Former US President Donald Trump has been found liable for sexually abusing and defaming columnist E. Jean Carroll by a New York jury.Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Approximately 300 women die a year in Ireland from ovarian cancer, with a total of approximately 400 diagnosed. What should you look out for? Dr. Ilona Duffy joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Broadcaster and former politician, Michael Portillo joined The Last Word to discuss his new documentary, Taking Sides: Britain And The Civil War.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It seems there is no end in sight for the United States' epidemic of mass shootings, following another shooting in Texas. Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with the Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
What should be done with the forecast 'record breaking budget surplus' this year? Dan O’Brien, Chief Economist at the Institute of International and European Affairs, and Michelle Murphy, Research and Policy Analyst with Social Justice Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Tánaiste Micheal Martin has weighed in on the GAAGO debate by saying that all GAA matches should be free-to-air. Alan Milton, GAA Director of Communications and Michael Foley, Sportswriter with the Sunday Times joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
What is the existing deal between Ireland and Britain when it comes to the defense of Irish skies against hostile aircraft? Conor Gallagher, Crime and Security Correspondent with the Irish Times, and Patrick Bury, Defense and Security Expert at Bath University and Foreigner NATO Advisor joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The state plans to oppose Gerry Hutch's bid to have his legal fees covered by the taxpayer after being acquitted of murder last month.Frank Greaney, Today FM courts correspondent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Are you thinking about a summer holiday? Sarah Slattery joined The Last Word to discuss the best deals and options for a family camping getaway in the sun!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
How will Leeds United fare against Arsenal this Saturday in the Premier League? 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 mortgage interest relief, and will it return later this year? Dr. Ciaran Casey, Economics Lecturer at the University of Limerick joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A number of popular female figures have pulled out of the race for The Late Late Show's high profile presenter gig. Why does the position's popularity seem to be dwindling? Dave Hanratty, Host of the No Encore Podcast and Mairead Cleary, News Reporter with Bauer Media joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Heading away on holiday soon? From the best pair of headphones to get to a bracelet that deters sharks, Andy O'Donoghue joined Matt to give his recommendations.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
John Gibbons joined Matt Cooper for The Last Word on the Environment today to say why he thinks President Higgins was right to criticise the world of economics last week.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
45% of asthma patients have had to forgo their medications due to cost of living pressures.Sarah Darcy who has suffered from asthma since she was in her teens and Eilis Ni Chaithnia, CEO of the Asthma Society of Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A proposal from the Oireachtas Committee on Social Protection could see workers as young as 16 automatically paying into a pension.Denis Naughten, Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Social Protection and Sarah McGuinness, Assistant News Editor with the Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
With the cost of food on the rise worldwide, some supermarkets are lowering the prices of dairy products like butter and milk. Why is this?Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Bruce Springsteen is gearing up to play three sold out shows in the RDS this month, the first of which will take place this Friday.Dave Hanratty, host of the No Encore Podcast and Ed Smith, Today FM presenter and host of the Recorded History podcast joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
What kind of welcome will Donald Trump receive when he arrives in Doonbeg tomorrow?Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at NUI Galway & Political Columnist with TheJournal.ie joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Should we be worried about artificial intelligence?Fianna Fáil Senator Malcolm Byrne and Dr. Oisin Cawley, Lecturer and Researcher in Computing at South East Technological University joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
There have been calls for over-the-counter codeine-based drugs to be made available as 'prescription-only' in pharmacies. Dr. Ilona Duffy joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Following a review by Trinity College, the university's Berkeley Library is to be renamed. A new name is yet to be confirmed. Roe McDermott and Eoghan Tomas McDermott joined The Last Word to discuss this and other stories from the past week.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Who is entitled to land on the moon? Tim Marshall, author of The Future of Geography joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Have you heard of WiFi wedding rings? Well, Andy O’Donoghue has! He joined The Last Word to discuss the latest in wearable tech. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Marie Donnelly, Chairperson of the Climate Change Advisory Council has said that car owners have a sense of 'entitlement' and need to be more considerate of cyclists and pedestrians. Brian Caulfield, Professor of Transport at the School of Engineering in Trinity College and Martina Callanan of Galway Cycling joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Tomorrow is the deadline for the latest round of bids for the ownership of Manchester United FC. Both full and partial sale of the club is being considered. Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The use of solar power has been on the rise in Europe as a result of recent changes in climate.John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Anne O'Leary has been appointed to a new role as head of Meta's operations in Ireland. Ian Guider joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A shortage of skilled labour is one of the top issues affecting Dublin business, along with poor transport infrastructure and a lack of affordable housing or rent. Orla Mannion, Public Affairs Manager of Dublin Chamber and Neill McDonnell, ISME joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Domestic electricity prices in Ireland are currently the highest in Europe.Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
An inquest into the fire in the Stardust nightclub in Artane, Dublin in 1981 began today. 48 people died in the tragedy. Sean Murray, News Reporter with the Irish Examiner joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A grand total of almost €300 billion was earned in profit by registered Irish companies in 2022.Ian Guider, Business Columnist with Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
US President Joe Biden has officially announced his bid for a second term in the White House. An AI generated video has been released by the Republican party in response to this announcement. Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at NUI Galway & Political Columnist with The Journal joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease which affects about 1 in 100 people in Ireland and the UK. How is it spotted and how can you best manage it? Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The FA Cup final will be a Manchester derby this year following a close game between Brighton and Man United, and a significant win over Sheffield for Man City.Miguel Delaney and Tony Cascarino joined The Last Word to give their predictions for the final.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It has been announced that television host and political commentator Tucker Carlson has parted ways with Fox News. Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at NUI Galway & Political Columnist with TheJournal.ie joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Will optimistic Garda recruitment targets be fulfilled this year, or are they simply unrealistic? Brendan O’Connor, President of the Garda Representative Association joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Gardaí are set to investigate the unnamed GSOC officer who attended a party with Gerry Hutch last week. The man in question has resigned. Conor Gallagher, Crime & Security Correspondent with the Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined us to give their predictions for this weekend's FA Cup semi-finals. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Michael Schumacher's family is planning legal action against a German magazine that has published a fake AI interview of the former F1 driver.Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training at the Communications Clinic, and journalist Lise Hand joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Director Sinead O'Shea joined us to discuss her new documentary 'Pray For Our Sinners', a film about those who opposed and fought the church's abuse in Ireland. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
How will the departure of Fine Gael TDs affect the next election?Daniel McConnell, Editor at The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Leo Varadkar has said that there are no plans to introduce congestion charges for commuters. If introduced in the future, would they be an effective and fair way to manage traffic and emissions? Dr. Muireann Lynch, Senior Research Officer on Energy Economics at ESRI and Dr. Lorraine D’Arcy, Senior Lecturer in Sustainable Transport and Mobility at Technical University Dublin joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Social media platform TikTok have announced they plan to empower accurate climate discussions and reduce harmful information on the app.John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Andy O'Donoghue joined us for Tech Thursday to discuss the latest in Wi-Fi kettles and smart coffee machines.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The State’s key witness in the trial of Gerard Hutch, Jonathan Dowdall has been accepted into the Witness Security Program. This will come into effect once he has served his prison sentence.Conor Gallagher, Crime & Security Correspondent with the Irish Times and Daniel McConnell, Editor at the Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
TD for Roscommon/Galway, Michael Fitzmaurice has suggested a rural political party that will properly represent voters who do not live in towns and cities.He joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Thousands of Panda Recycling customers will soon face a new charge for putting garden and food waste into compost bins. Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor of the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Alopecia is very common and many people will experience it in some form in their lifetime. How is it treated and what should you look out for?Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
AI has well and truly infiltrated the music world, with a song impersonating Drake entitled 'Ghostwriter' removed from streaming services and social media platforms.John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The much anticipated high profile defamation case brought against Fox News by Dominion Voting Systems has begun today, following a one day delay. Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Marion McKeone, US corr with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Aileen Malone, mother of Dara Quigley joined The Last Word to speak on the perception and understanding of people who use drugs, and how it can be improved.Listen to the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Is it the beginning of the end for Arsenal's title hopes? Tony Cascarino and Mark Lawrenson joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Are young women really suffering the most from the cost of living crisis? Gerard O’Neill, Chairman of Amárach joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It has been suggested by the HSE’s national clinical lead for addiction, Professor Eamon Keenan that the rates of young females using cocaine in Ireland has risen significantly. Professor Bobby Smyth, Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and Roe McDermott, Advice Columnist with the Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Gerry Hutch has been found not guilty of the murder of David Byrne at a hotel in Dublin seven years ago.Frank Greaney, Courts Correspondent with TodayFM joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Joe Biden is in town, lunchbox parties And the back to school botox rush. Brianna Parkins and Ben Finnegan join Matt to discuss this weeks biggest stories in 'The Week Trending'. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
The citizens assembly on drugs use begins tomorrow. It set to be the most open and comprehensive conversation to date. Paul Reid, chair of the Citizens Assembly on Drug Use and former CEO of the HSE joins Matt to discussFor the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Christy Lefteri's book The Beekeeper of Aleppo has recently been adapted into a play, which is running in the Gaiety Theatre this month. She joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Nicholas Cage stars in the new comedy/horror mashup 'Renfield'. Is it any good?Roe McDermott, Movies Editor with Hot Press joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Are phone-free gigs the way of the future? Andy O’Donoghue joined us to discuss Yondr, a new pouch being used to stop the use of mobile phones at events. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
To mark the 100th installment of The Last Word On The Environment with John Gibbons, we held a 3 part Q&A special. Many topics were covered, including Biden's environmental impact and the future of hydrogen powered cars.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Used car prices increased by 77% from the pandemic and another 4.6% since the beginning of this year. But is there anything we can do to combat this? Geraldine Herbert, motoring journalist and Dr Tom Gillespie, Environmental Economist at TCD & University of Galway join Matt to discuss. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
What lies ahead for the Champions League quarter final week?Miguel Delaney, Chief Football Writer at The Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Joe Biden has just arrived in Belfast to begin his trip around Ireland, with roads closed and Gardaí stationed across the country.Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post and Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
What should you look out for if suffering with snoring or sleep apnea? What can be done to improve these conditions?Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The latest episode of Succession has just received an exceptional rating on IMDB and is being called 'landmark television'. But has the world of streaming and digital communication created an environment where it's impossible to avoid spoilers before you watch?Elaine Burke and Dave Hanratty joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
In another big weekend of Premier League action, how will Liverpool fare when they face Arsenal this Sunday?Mark Lawrenson and Miguel Delaney joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Dublin City Council have proposed a restriction on dog walkers on North Bull Island from the 30th of April, intended to protect wildlife in the area. John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Andy O’Donoghue joined us for Tech Thursday to discuss one of the latest AI developments, which ventures into the world of brewing beer at home!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to 34 felony criminal charges. Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with the Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A new measure to reduce the VAT on solar panel installation has been approved by the government. Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor for the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
As the cost of living continues to rise, secondary school teachers are asking for pay rises that match inflation to be brokered for next year. Minister for Education, Norma Foley joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
With the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement approaching we chatted to Gearoid O’Faolean about his new book A Broad Church: The Provisional IRA in the Republic of Ireland, 1969–1980.Listen to the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A survey carried out by the Economic and Social Research Institute has found that the majority of Irish people do not compare their options for bank accounts or financial products such as loans. Why is this?Professor Pete Lunn, head of the ESRI’s Behavioural Research Unit joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Many landlords are choosing to leave the rental market in 2023. What is the reason for this?Marian Finnegan, Managing Director of Residential and Advisory at Sherry Fitzgerald joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A urinary tract infection relates to an infection in any part of the urinary system. UTIs are extremely common and account for about 1 in 4 of all infections. Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Following a huge weekend of Premier League action, managers Graham Potter and Brendan Rogers have been sacked from Chelsea and Leicester respectively. Miguel Deleney, Chief Football Writer with The Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Efforts are being made by small groups to remove so called 'offensive' LGBTQ+ books aimed at young people from libraries. Carl O’Brien, Education Editor for the Irish Times and Elaina Ryan, CEO of Children’s Books Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
With landlords continuing to exit the rental market, what should you do if given a notice of termination or eviction notice? John Mark McCafferty, Chief Executive at Threshold and Aoife Kelly-Desmond, Managing Solicitor at Mercy Law Resource Centre joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
If you're looking to try out some 'glamorous camping' this summer, Sarah Slattery from thetravelexpert.ie joined us to give her best picks for Irish glamping locations!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Manchester City will host Liverpool tomorrow in one of the weekend's most exciting Premier League fixtures. Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Donald Trump has been indicted by a Manhattan grand jury after years of investigation into his personal, political, and business affairs. This is a first for US politics.Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
After a summer full of delays for flights from Dublin Airport in 2022, will summer 2023 be a better experience for those travelling abroad? Kenny Jacobs, Chief Executive of the DAA joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It is well known that private air travel is extremely bad for the environment. But just how big of a problem is it in Ireland and Europe, and what is the solution?John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
We all like to aim for longevity, but would you want to live to 140? Brianna Parkins, Irish Times Columnist, Ben Finnegan, Today FM News Anchor, and Professor Rose Ann Kenny, Geriatrician at TCD joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
On a health kick?Andy O’Donoghue joined us for Tech Thursday to chat the latest in fitness gadgets, including smart weighing scales!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A commitment has been made by the government to extend the free school meals scheme, with all Deis primary school pupils to receive free hot meals from September. The goal is to see every primary school student receive one hot meal a day by 2030. Heather Humphreys, Minister for Social Protection joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Imagine going to sell your house and finding out that because you have a low BER rating the person going to buy your house will have to pay more stamp duty. Margie McCarthy, Director of Research and Policy Insights and Jennifer Whitmore, Social Democrats Climate Spokesperson join Matt to discuss. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Prices for TV services are set rise from Saturday 1st of April. Eir, Sky, Vodafone and Three are just a few of who will be rising their prices.Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor, Irish Independent joins Matt to discuss the details of this. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
The government is set to spend €165 on their 'national development plan' which includes schools, healthcare and even housing. Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure joins Matt to discuss their latest plans. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Have you ever wondered what on earth your teen was trying to tell you? If you have you wouldn't be alone. Psychotherapist and author of 'What your teen is trying to tell you' Stella O’Malley joins Matt. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
With over a quarter of people suffering from hay fever, Matt caught up with GP Dr Brian Higgans to discuss what you or a loved one can do to try reduce those nasty symptoms! For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
It's their weekly catch up. After the heartbreaking news of 6 people dead from yet another shooting in Tennessee, will anything be done regarding gun regulations? Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Marion McKeone, US corr with The Business Post join Matt to discuss.For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Yes, the case truly is still on going with Enoch Burke. "You would test the patience of Job" are the exact words used by the Judge Alexander Owens today to Enoch. Franks Greaney our Today FM courts correspondent joined Matt to discuss the full court conversation. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
What can we expect tonight from Ireland's Euro 2024 qualifier against World Cup runners-up France this evening at the Aviva Stadium?Lisa Fallon, FIFA High Performance Technical Director and Eamon Dunphy, Host of The Stand podcast joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It's the highly anticipated return of HBO's hit show Succession! With expectations up, the first episode has set hopes high for the new season. Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Prince Harry appeared in the High Court in London today for a hearing against Associated Newspapers over 'hacking claims'. Nick Ferrari, Presenter of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast, LBC Radio joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
With Easter fast approaching, you may be in the market for a last-minute getaway. Sarah Slattery joined us on The Last Word with the best deals available.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
As we enter the final round of fixtures in the National Football League, Donegal reflect on a disastrous few months. What are the reasons behind the team's weak season? Kieran Cunningham, Marc O’Se and Dick Clerkin joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The CEO of social media platform TikTok has been questioned by US congress over data concerns. What does this mean for the company's future in the US?Edel Coffey, Author and Columnist with the Examiner and Dave Hanratty, Host of the No Encore Podcast joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Two people have been arrested on the suspicion of murder in connection with the discovery of the body of a baby on a beach in Co. Kerry back in 1984. Mary McAuliffe, Historian, Lecturer and Director of Gender Studies at UCD joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Irish superstar Paul Mescal has had an incredible few years and is back on the big screen with his latest starring role in God's Creatures. Is it any good?Brian Lloyd, Movies Editor at entertainment.ie joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Grants for electric cars are to be cut by 30% next month. What will this mean for the future uptake of electric vehicles?John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It has been said that young adults in Ireland are the country's first generation to be worse off than their parents. But is there a broader perspective for which we can view the wealth of young people in Ireland?Finn McRedmond, Columnist for the Irish Times and Zana Zee Keough, Law and Media student and Journalist joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
QR scams are being used all over the world to trick people into handing over their bank details. Pig butchering scams are targeting victims by offering crypto investments.Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
With the wait time for driving tests increasing to 20 weeks, TDs have stepped in and written to the RSA chief to try and resolve this issue. Geraldine Herbert, motoring editor with the Sunday Independent joins Matt to discuss this in detail. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Revolut is set to offer car insurance at a rate 30% cheaper than other insurance companies. Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent joins Matt to explain when, how and why they're doing this alongside other finance topics. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
A vote will take place tomorrow night on the back of Sinn Féin's motion for an extension of the eviction ban which is due to expire at the end of March. Fianna Fail Senator Lisa Chambers and Matt Shanahan, Independent TD and member of the Regional Independent Group joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A new Disney+ docuseries has been announced on the life of Ed Sheeran. It promises to look into some deeply personal aspects of the superstar's life from the last few years. John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Will Donald Trump be arrested this week? What are the details behind his allegations?Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Vertigo is the sensation of feeling off balance, and of movement when you're not moving at all. What should you do if you feel it come on? Dr. Illona Duffy joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Following Ireland's victory over England to win The Six Nations in Dublin on Saturday, attention has been turned to the World Cup in France this September. How will the team fare this year in comparison to 2019? Cian Tracey, Rugby Writer for the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Netflix's The Crown has had it's share of controversy, and it's latest season which will recreate elements of the night of Princess Diana's death has sparked anger amongst the British press.Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Are Irish banks at risk of getting caught up in this latest global banking crisis? Michael Somers, former Chief Executive of the National Treasury Management Agency joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The popularity of the Algarve as a holiday destination may seem unappealing to some, but Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie has found a list of hidden gems in the region for your perfect sun holiday this year.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The Irish rugby team has only won three Grand Slams in it's history, the last in 2018. It has never been won in Dublin. Will history be made this Saturday?Liam Toland, Matt Williams and Fergus McFadden joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Neil Gaiman is an English writer who has recently had one of his most successful and famous books turned into a stage show. He joined us on The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sustainable aviation fuel seems to be a promising solution to the environmental issues associated with air travel. But are we anywhere near the age of sustainable flight? John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
How much is too much for a vacuum cleaner?Andy O’Donoghue joined us for Tech Thursday to discuss!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Stephen Silver has been found guilty of capital murder after shooting detective Garda Colm Horkan back in 2020. This verdict follows two trials at the Central Criminal Court. Today FM Courts Correspondent Frank Greaney joined The Last Word to discuss.Listen to the entire piece by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Tánaiste Micheál Martin has suggested we have turned a corner when it comes to building the houses we need in this country. But is enough being done to fix Ireland's housing issues? Kate English, Director and Head of Real Estate Research with Deloitte, Conor O’Connell, Director of Housing and Planning with the Irish Home Builders’ Association and Frank McDonald, Former Environmental Editor at the Irish Times joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
With full excise duty on petrol and diesel to be gradually reintroduced from June 1st, it has been reported that rising prices will bring in as much as €700 million for the government over the course of a year.Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A new U2 album entitled 'Songs of Surrender' is set to be released on St. Patrick's Day, featuring 40 reimagined and rerecorded songs from their famous back catalogue.John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Joe Biden will be making a potentially lengthy visit to Ireland next month to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement. Cal Thomas, Nationally Syndicated Columnist and Marion McKeone, US Correspondant with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The DSPCA's waiting list for owner surrenders has reached concerning heights, with 848 applications currently in waiting. Gillian Bird, DSPCA spokesperson joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
At least 90% of people will have had chickenpox by the time they are a teenager. So what are the signs to look out for, and what should adults who haven't yet had it do to avoid it?Dr. Brian Higgins, GP from Galway Primary Care joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Ireland's Grand Slam decider takes place this Saturday, with Ireland on course to make history at home. Alan Quinlan and Paul Wallace joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Saturday Night Live have been criticized for a sketch that involved two cast members dressed up as Brendan Gleeson and Colin Farrell, relying on the usual worn out Irish stereotypes for laughs. Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
According to a new survey by Hays Ireland, 95% of Irish professionals say they think a four day working week is a good idea. But will it ever happen?Peter Cosgrove, Managing Director at Futurewise and Kevin Donoghue, Chairperson of Four Day Week Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It has been announced that Gary Lineker will be returning to his post as presenter of Match Of The Day, with a full review being launched into how presenters at the BBC handle their social media accounts. This follows controversial comments made by Lineker about the British government's new asylum policy. Nick Ferrari, Presenter of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast on LBC Radio joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It has been announced that Gary Lineker will be stepping away from his role as presenter of Match of the Day, following his controversial tweet criticizing the British government's new asylum policy.Lise Hand and Eoghan Tomas McDermott joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
After a shocking loss to Liverpool at Anfield last weekend, Manchester United are hoping to redeem themselves when they host Southampton this Sunday.Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It's a big weekend for Irish film with the Oscars taking place in Los Angeles and a record number of Irish hopefuls in attendance. Aoife Barry, Assistant News Editor with the Journal joined us live from LA to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The most anticipated night in Hollywood is only around the corner! The Oscars takes place on March 12th, or in the early hours of March 13th Irish time. With more Irish nominations than ever, will we actually win any awards?Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A survey has been commissioned by the National Transport Authority that looks into the reality of introducing free public transport in Ireland. John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The Taoiseach has confirmed that there is no change in the plans to end the eviction ban by the end of the month. So what will the Government do to ensure protection for renters, and what can be done to boost the supply of properties?Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The world's most popular music streaming service is changing it's interface to look more like video based social media apps like TikTok. This was announced at Spotify's Stream On event yesterday. Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Following the announcement of the British Government's new asylum policy, sports broadcaster Gary Lineker has controversially compared the move to 1930s Germany. Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with the Irish Daily Star joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Today is International Women's Day, with events taking place in Ireland and around the world. But are these events just tokenism and do they mask a level of inequality that still exists? Kitty Holland, Social Affairs Correspondent at The Irish Times and Tanya Sweeney, Feature Writer and Columnist with the Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The Motor Insurers’ Bureau of Ireland have revealed that 1 in 12 cars on Irish roads are uninsured. Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor of the Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Enoch Burke's appeal was dismissed by the COA today, leading to chaos amongst the Burke family. All family members were forcibly removed from court and Enoch's brother Simeon Burke has been arrested and charged.Frank Greaney, Courts Correspondent for TodayFM joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Tucker Carlson of Fox News has claimed the events of January 6th in Washington D.C. were 'mostly peaceful chaos' in a segment which depicts a 'peaceful' riot. Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Despite expectations of an extension on the government's eviction ban, it has been decided by cabinet that it will finish as planned at the end of March. Danny McConnell, Political Editor at the Irish Examiner, Louise Bayliss, Campaign Coordinator with Focus Ireland and Ivana Bacik, Labour Party Leader joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sleep is extremely important when it comes to our quality of life. However, many of us simply do not get enough of it. So how can we improve our quality of sleep?Dr. Brian Higgins joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Manchester United were in for a huge shock at Anflied in the weekend's biggest Premier League fixture, losing 7-0 to home side Liverpool.Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
According to Blackrock Health, a quarter of people who experience signs of potential heart issues don't follow up for treatment. We were joined on The Last Word by Ann Malone, a woman who credits her Fitbit and her doctor for preventing her having a stroke.We were also joined by Dr. Zain Sharif, Consultant Cardiologist at Blackrock Health.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Despite recent cancellation rumours, a report from the Irish Sun has revealed that Dancing With The Stars is in fact an extremely profitable and important show for RTÉ, bringing in €47,000 in ad revenue per ad break. Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Minister Eamon Ryan is set to bring a memo to government tomorrow outlining plans to reduce car emissions which could involve congestion charges and a huge rise in parking fees.Frank McDonald, former Irish Times Environment Editor and Brian Caulfield, Associate Professor of Transport at Trinity College Dublin joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Miguel Delaney and Mark Lawrenson joined us on The Last Word to give their opinions and predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures, including Manchester United and Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Paul Mescal has been doing very well for himself, and it's safe to say he is very much in the public eye these days. An awkward moment between himself and Zendaya at the Screen Actor's Guild awards has set Twitter alight with both actor's fanbases arguing back and forth nonstop!Ben Finnegan, News Anchor at Today FM and Roe McDermott, Journalist and Relationships Columnist with the Irish Times joined the Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Electric Ireland will begin to apply the state's third and final energy credit to customer accounts in the next couple of weeks, however it can only be used for bills that have been issued after the beginning of March. Sinn Fein Senator, Lynn Boylan joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Tech journalist Andy O’Donoghue returned to The Last Word this week to discuss why ChatGPT is becoming more popular among technology companies around the world.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
People Before Profit have written to Sinn Fein, the Social Democrats and other opposition parties about the prospect of forming a government after the next election. Party TD Richard Boyd Barrett spoke to Ian Guider about their proposal and explained what their vision of a left-leaning government would look like. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A new report from the International Energy Agency found that global emissions hit record highs of 36.8 billion tonnes in 2022. John Gibbons returned for his weekly environmental slot to explain the significance of these findings. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The Advertising Standards Authority of Ireland has announced plans to use AI to clamp down on social media posts that mislead consumers. Ian Guider spoke to Russell Alford of the Gastrogays and Orla Twomey, CEO of the ASAI to discuss how this would work, and whether influencers can do more to provide clarity with their ads and sponsored content. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
From today TDs and Senators are receiving a pay rise which will see the wages of our elected representatives reach their highest figure since the Celtic Tiger.Daniel McConnell, Political Editor of the Irish Examiner, Bernard Durkan, Fine Gael TD for Kildare North and Ruth Coppinger, activist and former Solidarity TD joined Ian to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Interest rates look likely to continue rising this year for mortgage holders due to inflation. Our personal finance expert Charlie Weston predicts this may continue in to 2024. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
After 3 years of many people working from home, are we starting to see a 'remote work rebound'?Ian Talbot, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive and Robert Mac Giolla Phádraig, Sigmar Chief Communications Officer and Talent Summit Founder, joined Ian to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
We spoke to Pat Dennigan, CEO at Focus Ireland and Louise Bayliss, Advocacy Coordinator at Focus Ireland about the reasons people find themselves homeless, the services provided by Focus Ireland, and the ever developing issue of homelessness in this country.This is ahead of The Big Busk on Friday March 10th in aid of Focus Ireland.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Rupert Murdoch has admitted to Fox News' pushing of Trump's 'Stolen Election' claims for the purpose of profit. Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Focus Ireland Ambassador Paul Geoghegan joined us on the Last Word to talk about his experience with homelessness and the work done by Focus Ireland to change the lives of those who are homeless.This is ahead of 'The Big Busk' on Friday March 10th, in aid of Focus Ireland. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Being a new parent is very demanding and often leads to self-neglect which can result in burnout. How can new parents make sure they are taking care of themselves properly while caring for a young child? Dr. Brian Higgins, GP at Galway Primary Care joined the Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
After a disappointing game for Newcastle in the Carabao Cup final yesterday, Manchester United have won their first trophy since 2017. What's next for the club? Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined Matt to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Member of NPHET, Professor Martin Cormican has questioned the effectiveness of Ireland's lockdown decisions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Professor Anthony Staines, Chair of Health Systems at the School of Nursing and Human Sciences in Dublin City University, and Michael McNamara, Independent TD joined Matt to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Are you thinking of searching out a holiday deal? Our travel expert Sarah Slattery joined Matt to discuss the best February travel bargains available!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
An Irish citizen who previously worked in Leinster House is being deported from Australia on suspicion of being a threat to national security because she may be a Russian spy. Sunday Times Crime Correspondent John Mooney joined Matt to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The Carabao Cup final takes place at Wembley on Sunday, and with Manchester United taking on Newcastle United, it looks to be a very exciting game.Miguel Delaney and Tony Cascarino joined us to give their predictions ahead of Sunday.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Will fruit and veg shortages caused by changes in weather patterns see us relying on locally grown seasonal produce?Laura Byrne, Assistant News Editor at The Journal.ie and Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer at the Irish Daily Star joined Matt to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
There was a record number of people marked as 'officially homeless' in January, according to the latest figures from the Department of Housing. The total number includes 8,323 adults and 3,431 children.There have been calls for the eviction ban which is due to expire in March to be extended.Richard Boyd Barrett, People Before Profit TD and Housing Spokesperson, and Karl Deeter of Irish Mortgage Brokers joined the Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The death was announced this morning of veteran football commentator John Motson, aged 77. Motson worked for the BBC for over 50 years, covering ten World Cups and 29 FA Cup finals. Mark Lawrenson joined Ian Guider on The Last Word to remember Motson’s career and told listeners what it was like to work alongside him in the commentary box. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
According to recruitment consultancy Robert Walters, the rate of pay rises in Ireland has hit a 10 year high for professional service firms. Average pay rises are at 4%, but when inflation is taken into account, employees are at a loss of €1,300.Suzanne Feeney, Country Manager at Robert Walters Ireland outlined the findings of the study.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Ireland’s food security has been impacted by climate change, with retail giants confirming shortages of fruit and vegetables imported from Spain, Italy and Morocco. Yields of peppers, broccoli, lettuce and aubergines have been affected.John Gibbons explained why a continued cold spell in Europe is affecting supplies to supermarkets.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
On the 24th of February 2022, Vladimir Putin gave a televised address saying his aim was to ‘de-Nazify’ Ukraine. The Russian artillery that had been amassed on the border crossed into Ukraine and missiles began to fall on Kyiv and elsewhere. In the intervening weeks and months, hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians fled, including journalist Maria Romanenko. One year on, Ukraine has liberated much of the territory captured by Russia, but the war still rages on.Maria joined the Last Word and outlined her journey out of Ukraine where she left her family behind, what her life has been like since she settled in Manchester, and what she and her relatives back home are hoping for the future.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
New research has shown gambling amongst inter-county GAA players is on the rise. What are the reasons for a spike in gambling amongst this particular group? Michael Foley, Sunday Times Sports Journalist and Professor Colin O’Gara, Head of Addiction Services at St. John Of God Hospital and Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at UCD joined the Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Our tech expert Andy O’Donoghue joined us today to chat about the best gadgets available to help you get the most out of the spring time!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Last year, in a response to rising petrol and diesel prices, due to the impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Government decided to reduce excise duty. It has now been announced that this will be gradually phased out.Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor at the Irish Independent joined Matt to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
HBO's 'The White Lotus' has captivated audiences around the globe, and it's iconic theme tune has taken on a life of it's own. It has been re-worked by a number of artists, with Tiesto even turning it into one of his signature dance anthems.John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined Matt to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
How is the world reacting to Joe Biden's visit to Kyiv in Ukraine? Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss this, as well as the other big news stories from the US this week.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said there will be no more cost-of-living packages this side of October’s budget. So how far will the government's €1.3 billion package go towards dealing with the current crisis?Daniel McConnell, Political Editor at the Irish Examiner, Colette Bennett, Economic and Social Analyst at Social Justice Ireland, and Richard Bruton, Fine Gael TD for Dublin Bay North joined Matt to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A young child can be sick with a self-limiting viral illness on average about 8-12 times a year. How can you spot childhood illnesses and when should you take action?Dr. Brian Higgins joined the Last Word to discuss.
After being overtaken at the top of the table by Man City last week, Arsenal were hoping to bounce back with a win against Aston Villa on Saturday and did so in very dramatic fashion. Meanwhile, Leeds United dropped into the relegation zone after defeat to Everton at Goodison Park and will face a crunch against Southampton next Saturday. Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined Matt to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The BAFTA Awards is one of the most prestigious film award nights in the industry, but is it worth tuning into from home?Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke gave their take on Sunday night’s spectacle, and why series reboots aren’t always a good idea… Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The St. Patrick’s Day bank holiday is just around the corner so if you’re hoping to plan a trip around Ireland to coincide with Mother’s Day, Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie has some tips on where you’ll get the most for your money. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
New one-off cost-of-living measures are due to be announced by the government tomorrow. However, after Pinergy announced that it would be reducing prices, it’s unlikely we’ll see electricity credits. Daniel McConnell, Political Editor of the Irish Examiner and Daragh Cassidy from Bonkers.ie explained how this will impact people’s pockets. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sean Dyche’s Everton welcome manager-less Leeds this weekend in what could be a crucial game in the battle to avoid relegation. Meanwhile, after a statement win against Arsenal at the Emirates on Wednesday, can Manchester City keep their momentum going and pull away from the chasing pack at the top of the table? Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined us to look ahead to the weekend’s fixtures.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Michael Clifford, Special Correspondent with the Irish Examiner and Sinead O’Carroll, Editor of TheJournal.ie spoke to Matt for The Week Trending. Up for discussion were football pundit Micah Richards’ very expensive haircuts, and Eamon Ryan’s high carbon footprint for the Government’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
This week, Minister for Justice Simon Harris said that there is a direct link between casual drug use and violence, crime and murder. Matt spoke to Conor Lally, Crime and Security Editor at the Irish Times about Minister Harris’ comments and about the issue of recreational drug use in Ireland. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania is the third Ant-Man film with Paul Rudd returning as the mini Marvel hero. Brian Lloyd joined Matt on The Last Word to review Ant-Man as well as the other movies coming to cinemas this weekend. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The Green Party will reportedly look to block a new €200 electricity credit for Irish households this summer. Crucial Government talks on cost-of-living measures are underway. Hugh O’Connell, political correspondent with the Irish Independent, and Independent TD Michael Healy Rae joined Matt to discuss why the Green Party would oppose another energy payment and whether or not households need it. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
International research has found that Dublin is the third slowest city in the world to drive in. It takes almost 30 minutes to drive 10 km in the city centre. Brian Caulfield, associate professor in the School of Engineering at Trinity College and Paddy Comyn from The AA joined Matt to discuss why this is happening. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It’s expected that fossil fuel boilers will be phased out entirely in new buildings by the end of 2024 with heat pumps being installed in 86% of new dwellings. But what are the alternatives to an oil or gas boiler and what about pre-existing homes? Green Party Senator Pauline O’Reilly and energy consultant Stephen McGovern joined Matt to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Rising interest rates have added almost €3,000 to the annual mortgage repayments for the typical first-time buyer. With more interest rate rises expected in the coming months this will likely increase further. Matt was joined by Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Nearly two-thirds of retail workers are earning less than €451 per week, according to new research from the Mandate trade union. Matt was joined by Gerry Light, general secretary of Mandate, and Neil McDonnell, chief executive of ISME to discuss this report, as well as calls for the introduction of a living wage.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
U2’s long-rumoured Las Vegas residency has been announced but the Irish band will be missing one member. Drummer Larry Mullen Jr won’t join U2 in Vegas because he has to undergo back surgery. To discuss this news and the other music stories making headlines this week Matt is joined by Dee Reddy and Dave Hanratty. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Killer Kenneth Noye, who stabbed 21-year-old Stephen Cameron to death in 1996, has spoken about the murder for the first time since his release from prison in a new book. The journey towards arresting Noye for the murder was one with a lot of twists. Journalist Donal MacIntyre, co-author of A Million Ways To Stay On The Run: The Uncut Story Of The International Manhunt For Public Enemy No1 Kenny Noye joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss this story. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Over half of women and around 20% of men will experience a form of osteoporosis in their life. The common health condition weakens people’s bones making them more fragile and more likely to break. Dr Brian Higgins joined Matt to explain more about osteoporosis and what people can do to try and prevent it. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined Matt to discuss the stories making headlines in the US this week. This includes a UFO taskforce to look at suspected spy balloons, Mike Pence plans to fight a subpoena from the counsel investigating Donald Trump and Nikki Haley enters the 2024 presidential race. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Rory O’Neill has been commended for his performance on RTE’s Dancing with the Stars, in which he dedicated his latest routine to Professor Fiona Mulcahy, one of the first doctors who treated him when he was diagnosed as HIV Positive. Also up for discussion with Joe O’Shea and Sarah McGuinness was ‘The Last of Us’, which reached the half-way mark on Friday night, ‘Liam Brady: The Irishman Abroad’, and ‘Better’, which may fill the Happy Valley-shaped void in your life. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Ireland and France served up a Six Nations fixture for the ages on Saturday as Andy Farrell’s side came out on top of a 32-19 scoreline at the Aviva Stadium. Matt Williams and Fergus McFadden analysed the significance of the win in the context of this tournament, and for the 2023 World Cup. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Concerns have been voiced about CCTV cameras that are currently in operation within Leinster House. Green Party TD Patrick Costello has called for Hikvision cameras, which have been linked to security issues in Britain, the USA and Australia to be removed. Mr. Costello, along with Ronan Murphy, CEO of SmartTech247, joined Matt to explain how these cameras are operated and whether they pose a safety threat. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The Warner Bros’ Studio Tour is one of London’s most popular tourist spots with fans of all ages wanting to get a glimpse of the Harry Potter world. Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie explained how to get there, what to expect and what makes the trip so special. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Liverpool hope to reignite their season on Monday night when Everton visit Anfield. Tony Cascarino and Mark Lawrenson joined Matt to discuss the Merseyside derby and the weekend’s Premier League fixtures. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
This year marks 25 years since the release of Titanic. To celebrate the event, the film has been re-released in cinemas around the country. Brian Lloyd from Entertainment.ie joined Matt for this week’s movie slot to discuss the film's return, as well as other releases hitting the big screen this weekend. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Teams in the Premier League wore green armbands last weekend to emphasise their support for environmental awareness. Did it have the desired effect on an international stage? Meanwhile, it was reported this week that plug-in hybrid cars emit more carbon dioxide than official measures suggest. It has caused further concern that vehicles which are sold as better for the environment may not be. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Yesterday, news broke that former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern has returned to Fianna Fáil after leaving the party over a decade ago. Michael Clifford, Special Correspondent with the Irish Examiner and co-author of ‘Bertie Ahern and the Drumcondra Mafia’ joined Matt to look back on the controversy that surrounded his career following the findings of the Mahon Tribunal. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
This week on our personal finance spot Charlie Weston spoke to Matt about why motorists are facing a loyalty premium on insurance, the cost of fuel and savings interest rates. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
New research from the University of Vienna has found that dating apps can make people overly self conscious and less likely to go on dates in person. So are dating apps actually making it harder for people to find love? To discuss this Matt was joined by Roe McDermott, journalist and relationships columnist with the Irish Times. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern has rejoined Fianna Fáil after more than 10 years. He left the party in 2012 following the findings of the Mahon Tribunal. To react to the news, as well as discuss the possibility that the Dáil could have 250 TDs by 2050, Matt was joined by Gary Murphy from the School of Law and Government in DCU, Political Editor with the Irish Examiner Daniel McConnell and Fianna Fáil Senator Lisa Chambers. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The 2023 Grammys had many standout moments. Beyonce made history by becoming the most-awarded Grammy artist of all time, and Ben Affleck became a meme once again. To discuss the awards show and the week’s other music stories Matt was joined by Dee Reddy and John Caddell. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
President Joe Biden will outline an optimistic vision for the future of the US during his State of the Union address tonight. Matt was joined by Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone to talk about what can be expected from Biden’s annual address as well as the other US news stories of the week. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Dr. Harry Barry has spent years looking at the causes and treatments for many mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, panic and phobias. His new book focuses on the impact that Covid-19 lockdowns have had on social skills and how people can improve their emotional connection with others. Dr. Harry Barry joined Matt to discuss his book The Power of Connection. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Ankylosing spondylitis is a long-term inflammatory disease that can cause the vertebrae in the spine to fuse together. This week Dr. Brian Higgins joined Matt to explain the symptoms and causes of ankylosing spondylitis. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Matt was joined by Jamesie O’Connor and Seamus Hickey to look ahead to the start of the 2023 National Hurling League. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Beyoncé has announced her Renaissance World Tour, but if Irish fans want to see her they are going to have to travel. Matt was joined by Dave Hanratty, host of the No Encore podcast, and Michael Murphy, music lecturer in IADT to discuss why some music superstars are opting out of Irish gigs Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Hannah Daly is the author of “Knowing No Boundaries”, where she tells the inspirational story of how, despite being profoundly dyslexic, dyspraxic and having a sensory processing disorder, she has written a memoir and become an occupational therapist. She spoke to The Last Word about the challenges she faces in day-to-day life and how she adapts to overcome them. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It was reported on Thursday that Tánaiste Micheál Martin has signed off on a plan to replace the government jet, with the current aircraft coming to the “end of its lifecycle”. Political Editor of the Irish Examiner Daniel McConnell & Senator Tom Clonan joined Matt to discuss the matter and explain how the new aircraft will differ to the current one.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Katie Taylor has previously expressed her desire to have her homecoming fight against Amanda Serrano held at Croke Park. However, that dream may be over as Eddie Hearn has stated that due to the cost of renting the stadium, it won't be possible to hold the event at GAA’s Headquarters. Matt spoke to Gavan Casey of The42.ie on what this means for the fight and how it could impact fans hoping to attend it. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Oil and gas company Shell has reported record annual profits after energy prices soared last year. Profits hit $39.9bn in 2022, double last year's total and the highest in its 115-year history. Meanwhile, Golf clubs have complained of noise pollution from planes taking off from Dublin Airport’s new runway, which has apparently resulted in players considering giving up memberships. John Gibbons joined Matt in studio to talk about the environment stories making headlines this week. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
This week has been dominated by the ongoing story of how the State sought to deny, delay and discount the compensation people were owed for their nursing home care. But is this the first time something like this has happened? Mick Clifford, special correspondent with the Irish Examiner joined Matt to discuss the State’s history of ignoring its obligations to citizens who are often the most vulnerable. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Wholesale gas prices have dropped and are now below what they were before the war in Ukraine began. However, many people won’t see a drop in their energy bills for a while yet. Matt was joined by Charlie Weston, personal finance editor of the Irish Independent to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Ireland has a long history with emigration to the United States. Many women were among the wave of Irish emigrants in the 19th and 20th century and a lot of them found a quiet and better life. But what about those who didn’t? Dr. Elaine Farrell and Leanne McCormick, authors of Bad Bridget joined Matt to discuss the crimes, mayhem and untold lives of Irish emigrant women. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined Matt to discuss the week’s biggest news stories in the US including the murder of Tyre Nichols, with seven police officers now suspended. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
There have been growing numbers of protests targeting refugees and asylum seekers in recent months. Online livestreams of just seven of the anti-migrant protests that took place in Ireland early this year were viewed more than one million times. To discuss why we are seeing more far-right demonstrations, Matt was joined by Paul Hosford, political correspondent with the Irish Examiner, and Aoife Gallagher, senior analyst at the Institute for Strategic Dialogue. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Most people will suffer from some form of back pain throughout their lives. But what causes it and how can it be dealt with? Dr Brian Higgins joined Matt to talk all about back pain. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
DJ Calvin Harris and rapper Travis Scott will headline this summer’s Longitude Festival in Marlay Park. To discuss this and the week’s other music stories Matt is joined by John Caddell and Dee Reddy. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Joe O’Shea and Sarah McGuiness joined Matt to discuss the baffling phenomenon of viewers watching TV and streaming services with the subtitles on (in the same language).They also highlighted two fantastic picks of the week, including a new Netflix documentary about the life of Pamela Anderson.
Karina Molloy was one of the first women to join the Irish Army, where she rose through the ranks against a backdrop of systematic inequality and abuse. She served on 11 tours of duty and ended her career with the rank of Company Quarter Master Sergeant. In 2021, Karina was also involved in the documentary Women of Honour, which outlined abuse in the Irish Army. On The Last Word, Karina spoke to Matt about her new book A Woman In Defence.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Liverpool’s poor run of form continued over the weekend after they were knocked out of the FA Cup by Brighton.However, Brighton’s celebrations were marred by Fabinho’s tackle on Evan Ferguson which saw the 18-year-old leave The Amex on crutches. With the Republic of Ireland getting their World Cup qualifying campaign underway in March, could Stephen Kenny be without his best attacking threat against France? Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
If you’re planning a getaway this summer with your partner or some friends and can’t agree on a destination, Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie outlined all of the latest offers to inspire an unforgettable trip this summer. Whether Portugal, Italy or Greece, Sarah has all of the tips ahead of planning your summer holiday.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
This weekend sees the return of the Allianz National Football League. Matt was joined by Marc Ó Sé, Ray Silke and Dick Clerkin to look at the weekend’s fixtures. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Many Irish car buyers may have to wait a year or more for their new car as delivery dates are pushed out further and further. In many cases the final price of the car also can’t be guaranteed. To explain why this is happening Matt was joined by motoring journalist Neil Briscoe. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Mairead Cleary and Dave Hanratty joined Matt to discuss the other stories making headlines this week including a campaign to make Irish pubs world heritage sites and Meta allowing Trump back on Facebook and Instagram. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
At a time when we’re more dependent on our phones than ever, should we be concerned about our personal information being hacked? Matt was joined Sandrine Rigaud, co-author of ‘Pegasus’, the story of how people’s privacy can be exposed by software, and an Irish hacker who helped uncover a spyware scandal.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It looks as though sharing your Netflix password could become a thing of the past. The streaming service announced that they’ll be cracking down on multiple people using the same account from the end of March. Andy O’Donoghue explained the reason behind the decision on this week’s Tech Thursday. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Fianna Fáil Senator Malcom Byrne has proposed legislation that could see people intimidating politicians outside their private homes jailed for six months or more. This could also cover targeted protests outside of refugee centres. He and Liam Herrick, Executive Director of the Irish Council for Civil Liberties spoke to Matt about whether this was a good idea, and how it would be implemented should it pass. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The Doomsday Clock has been set at 90 seconds to midnight, which is the closest to global catastrophe it has ever been. It’s said to represent a time of "unprecedented danger". Meanwhile, a new SUV that has bulletproof glass, blinding strobe lights, electric door handles and wing mirrors that can shoot pepper spray could be about to hit the roads. The Last Word’s environmental commentator John Gibbons explained why he thinks this could be dangerous. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
President of the Irish Farmers Association Tim Cullinan has said that Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael “need to stand up” for the agriculture sector when shaping plans to tackle climate change. Tim Cullinan joined Matt on The Last Word to explain what he means when he says “the Green Party tail has been wagging the Government dog”. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
There have been suggestions that employers should be charged to keep parking spaces for their staff as a way to help reduce the number of cars in urban centres. To discuss this Matt was joined by Janet Horner, Green Party councillor and member of Dublin City Council’s Transport Committee, and Paddy Comyn, head of communication with the AA. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
About 360,000 homeowners have submitted property tax valuations for their homes that are lower than the estimated value from Revenue. Charlie Weston joined Matt to explain why suspicions have been raised about some of these valuations. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined Matt to discuss the week’s biggest music stories including Beyoncé’s Dubai concert and Madonna’s world tour. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It’s the biggest year ever for Irish film talent at the Oscars with 14 nominations across a wide range of categories. Martin McDonagh's The Banshees of Inisherin is nominated for nine awards and An Cáilín Ciúin is up for Best International Film.Roe McDermott joined Matt to discuss which of the Irish nominees are likely to take home an Oscar. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Marion McKeone and Larry Donnelly joined Matt to discuss the week’s biggest US news stories including the tragic mass shootings in California and classified documents found at Mike Pence’s home. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Injuring the Achilles is very common and can be extremely painful. It can often be a problem for people who have just returned to exercise. Dr. Brian Higgins joined Matt on The Last Word to explain what Achilles tendinopathy is and how it can be prevented. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Following a defeat to West Ham at the weekend, Frank Lampard has been sacked as Everton manager. The team now sit in 19th place in the Premier League table. Mark Lawrenson, Tony Cascarino and Miguel Delaney joined us to discuss this as well as what is different about Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal team this season following an impressive victory over Manchester United.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Taxi booking service Free Now has ended its sponsorship of RTE’s The Tommy Tiernan Show following a joke the comedian made at one of his recent shows at Vicar Street. On The Last Word Elaine Burke & Joe O’Shea discussed the fallout from the incident, as well as a Fine Gael TD comparing Irish band Sprints to “slightly embarrassed TY students”. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Is your boss or colleague bothering you in the workplace? Have you found that your office has become hostile? If it has, how can you help improve it for yourself and those around you? Gabriella Braun, author of All That We Are, spoke to Matt about what to do when conflict arises and how best to approach an awkward situation at work. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
If you’re hoping to book a holiday abroad this summer and want to get the most for your money, Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie has the answer!She joined us to look at the best value locations for heading overseas with the family. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Both rural and urban GAA clubs are facing different challenges that need to be addressed to support the game’s development. This has been highlighted in a series of reports in the Irish Times this week. Sean Moran, GAA correspondent with Irish Times joined Matt to discuss what is happening in rural and urban clubs across the country. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The new electric vehicle charging strategy launched by Minister Eamon Ryan this week was a “missed opportunity” to address concerns about e-scooter use, according to Irish accessibility groups. Matt was joined by Lorna Fitzpatrick from the National Council for the Blind of Ireland and Aisling Dunne, public policy officer with Bolt to discuss.
Jack Horgan Jones and Orla Ryan joined Matt to look at the other stories making headlines this week including the decision to continue serving pints in the Aviva, and the price of a hot chocolate and éclair in Bewley's on Grafton Street. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Electric vehicle charging stations could become more readily available for drivers as a new national strategy aims to have one situated every 60km. However, is this target achievable, and will it put pressure on the national grid? Aoife O’Grady, Head of ZEVI, and motoring journalist Geraldine Herbert joined Matt to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Following Wednesday’s discussion on pass/fail rates for garda fitness tests, Conor Lally of The Irish Times and Damien McCarthy from the Garda Representative Association joined us to discuss how morale within the gardaí is at an all time low. So, what can be done in order to entice more people to join the force?Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Are you finding that you’re picking up injuries while exercising? Dr. Brian Higgins from Galway Primary Care joined us to explain why that may happen, what injuries are most common and why sometimes less is more when building up your fitness. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
On our weekly Environment slot, John Gibbons gave his views on Green Party leader Eamon Ryan's suggestion that there should be a nationwide cull of deer in order to restore biodiversity in Ireland. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
One-sixth of garda applicants failed the basic fitness tests they must complete before becoming members of the force last year. Fianna Fáil TD Jim O’Callaghan says the tests are too demanding and result in recruits being excluded from the process. Deputy O’Callaghan and President of the Garda Representative Association Brendan O’Connor joined Matt to discuss whether the tests should be made easier. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Credit card users often have little understanding of how they work and the interest they pay according to a survey commissioned by the Irish League of Credit Unions. Charlie Weston joined Matt to discuss what hidden charges people should be aware of when using a credit card. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
It’s expected that almost 70,000 Ukrainian refugees could come to Ireland in 2023. Matt is joined by Minister of State for Community Development, Integration and Charities Joe O’Brien to discuss how to manage the continued influx of refugees. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
New ESRI research has found that extending free GP care to everyone within three years can be done and would cost up to €881 million. But will there be enough GPs to care for people? Priscilla Lynch, clinical editor at the Medical Independent, and Monaghan GP Illona Duffy joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss whether free GP care for all is really possible. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Marion McKeone joined Matt to talk about the biggest US news stories of the week including more classified documents in President Biden’s home and what’s happening with New York congressman George Santos. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Brit Award nominations were released this week and no women have been included in the shortlist for best artist. Dee Reddy and Dave Hanratty joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss this along with the other biggest music stories of the week. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
The Kindle Scribe is a new take on e-readers. So, what does it do and why is it so popular? Andy O’Donoghue joined Matt on The Last Word to explain what the Kindle Scribe is all about. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
After Manchester City suffered a setback in their Premier League title defence, Matt spoke to Tony Cascarino and Mark Lawrenson about why Guardiola’s side is losing momentum. In North London, Arsenal extended their lead at the top of the table by beating Tottenham. So, does this result now make them genuine title contenders? For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Are you planning a holiday later this year? Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie has all the best tips and tricks to ensure you get the most out of your money when organising a break in 2023For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
The Irish Property Owners Association has urged the government to provide incentives to private landlords in order to prevent a predicted “exodus” from the rental market. Matt spoke to the IPOA’s Chairperson, Mary Conway, and Karl Deeter of the Irish Mortgage Brokers and asked whether such a move would have the desired effect. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Will you be watching this year’s winter Love Island? It returns to our screens on Monday night with Maya Jama taking over hosting duties. Meanwhile, Elaine Burke and Joe O’Shea discussed the hotly-anticipated ‘The Last Of Us’, which has been widely praised by critics ahead of its release. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.
Matt was joined by Mark Lawrenson & Tony Cascarino to look ahead to a busy weekend of Premier League action. Manchester United host Manchester City on Saturday, while Arsenal travels to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday. Meanwhile, can Chelsea bounce back from their defeat to Fulham when they play Crystal Palace? For the full chat click the 'play' button on this page.
Roe McDermott, Hot Press movie editor & Irish Times Columnist and Eoghan Tomas McDermott, MD at the Communications Clinic were on Friday's panel for The Week Trending. They covered the fallout from Prince Harry’s book, the death of Lisa Marie Presley and Kevin Spacey pleading not guilty to sexual assault, among other stories which caught their attention over the last 7 days. For the full chat press the 'play' button on this page.
Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice and Mark Carlin, Managing Director at Coillte joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss the possibility of thousands of acres of land across rural Ireland being sold to the Gresham House fund in order to meet Ireland’s climate targets. For the full chat click the 'play' button on this page.
Fine Gael junior minister Damien English resigned on Thursday after it was revealed he gave incorrect information when making a planning application to a local authority to build a house in a rural area. Brendan O’Sullivan, Head of the Planning School at UCC discussed whether Mr. English’s house should be demolished. Meanwhile Daniel McConnell, Political Editor of the Irish Examiner explained the significance of the resignation for the government.For the full chat click the play button on this page.
On The Last Word’s weekly environment slot, John Gibbons spoke to Matt about an assessment from the World Meteorological Organisation which said that the Earth’s ozone layer is on track to fully recover by 2066. They also covered a recent report which found that Dublin was ranked the 5th most congested in Europe, and the 12th worst globally. For the full chat click the 'play' button on this page.
A recent study from the school of nursing and midwifery at Trinity College Dublin found that there’s been a steady rise in first-time mothers giving birth via caesarean section. Dr. Brian Higgins from Galway Primary Care explained the reasons behind these figures on this week’s The Last Word on Health. For the full chat click the 'play' button on this page.
This week marks one year since the killing of schoolteacher Ashling Murphy. Her death sparked calls to improve women’s safety in Ireland. Noeline Blackwell from the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre and Professor Louise Crowley from UCC’s School of Law and director of the Bystander Intervention Programme joined Matt to discuss whether any progress has been made on this in the last year. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The Banshees of Inisherin saw huge success at the 2023 Golden Globes, winning three awards. Roe McDermott, movies editor with Hot Press joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss the likelihood of Martin McDonagh’s tragicomedy winning at the Oscars and what films are its biggest competitors. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Almost 7 in 10 people are unaware of a new tax credit brought in with the last budget, according to a survey carried out by Taxback.com. Charlie Weston joined Matt to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
ChatGPT is a new AI-chatbot launched late last year which can write stories, poems and coding solutions.But questions are now being raised about the use and boundaries of AI. Andy O'Donoghue joined Matt to explain what ChatGPT can do and why there are concerns about it.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
There were 534 people waiting for a bed in hospitals this morning as pressure on the health care system continues.Dr. Chris Luke, former emergency medicine consultant joined Matt to discuss measures he believes would help to fix the Irish health service.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
There's been a lot of anticipation for Prince Harry's memoir but with so many scandalous stories being leaked before it's published you might wonder if the book is even worth reading. Journalist Lise Hand joined Matt to give her review of 'Spare'.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Cal Thomas and Larry Donnelly joined Matt to discuss the latest stories from the US including a six-year-old shooting his teacher and classified files found at Biden's think-tank office.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Defeat to Manchester City in the FA Cup third round means that Chelsea have now been eliminated from both domestic competitions, while also sitting in 10th place in the Premier League table. Miguel Delaney and Tony Cascarino joined us to analyse where it’s gone wrong for Graham Potter’s side so far this season. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It's been reported that John Lydon wants to represent Ireland at this year’s Eurovision Song Contest in Liverpool. Elaine Burke and Joe O’Shea joined Matt to discuss this, along with Prince Harry’s interview on ITV ahead of the release of his autobiography ‘Spare’.
Matt was joined by Ellen Cullen, Chairperson of the Dublin Cycling Campaign to talk about new infrastructure plans that are due to be introduced in the coming years which aim to provide safer facilities for cyclists and pedestrians. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie joined Matt for our weekly travel slot to highlight the new routes that are available from Irish airports to holidaymakers this year. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Munster and the IRFU have confirmed that out-half Ben Healy will leave the province at the end of this season to go to Edinburgh.Billy Holland and Cian Tracey joined Matt to discuss whether Ireland will regret losing the 23-year-old, and the prospect of facing him in the Six Nations.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Teacher and Irish Examiner Columnist Jennifer Horgan is calling for schools to get rid of homework saying it is an attack on childhood.Jennifer joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss why she thinks there should be little to no homework until students are in 5th year.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Mairead Cleary, Bauer Media news reporter and Mick Clifford, special correspondent with the Irish Examiner joined Matt to discuss the other stories making headlines this week including Prince Harry's book, dung being thrown at politicians and Andrew Tate.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
John Gibbons outlined why Europe is experiencing record warm winter temperatures, and the consequences of these changes, including ski resorts without any snow.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Whether at home or abroad, Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie has a comprehensive list of travel deals for all budgets.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It’s that time of year when people set goals for their health and fitness, but many resolutions are not sustainable in the long term.Dr. Brian Higgins, GP at Galway Primary Care outlined attainable health goals and plans for the year ahead.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Amid concerns that numbers awaiting hospital beds could reach 1,000 this week, HSE CEO Steven Mulvaney has asked senior medical staff to work this weekend. This follows comments from Health Minister Stephen Donnelly yesterday.Tony Fitzpatrick, Director of Industrial Relations at the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation and Professor Matthew Sadlier, head of the IMO’s Consultant Committee discussed the issue and outline the concerns of hospital workers.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
This week, Minister for Justice and Minister for Higher Education Simon Harris joined Matt on The Last Word for the Culture Club. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sleep is extremely important for our physical and mental health but many people struggle to get enough. Helen Vaughan, psychotherapist and owner of Maynooth Counselling, joined Matt on The Last Word to talk about improving the quality of your sleep. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
RTÉ’s popular TV show Operation Transformation will return tonight.Some people have criticised the reality programme over the years for its focus on weight loss while others have hailed it as a life saver. To discuss the good and the bad of Operation Transformation, Matt was joined by Elaine Burke, host of the 'For Tech’s Sake' podcast, and Sheila Naughten, head of news at Tipp FM. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Charlie Weston joined Matt for a personal finance special to discuss how you can save money in 2023. Andy O’Donoghue, The Last Word’s tech expert, also outlined a list of apps that could be helpful if you are looking to save some cash. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined Matt to discuss whether Arsenal are genuine Premiere League title contenders. We also heard a snippet of a 2009 Last Word interview with Pele, as the Brazilian hero was laid to rest today. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
It may be a new year, but many of the same, age-old challenges face Leo Varadkar's Government. How will it fare in the year ahead?Gary Murphy from the School of Law and Government at DCU, and Daniel McConnell, Political Editor of the Irish Examiner joined us to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Incoming New York Representative George Santos is being sworn into Congress today as he faces mounting legal scrutiny. Local, state, federal and now international authorities are investigating the Republican for fabricating much of his persona and raising speculation about potential financial crimes.Marion McKeone and Larry Donnelly joined Matt to discuss this story and more. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
As the post-Christmas slump kicks in and the pressure to set and stick to regimented resolutions mount, we asked Helen Vaughan, psychotherapist with Maynooth Counseling, how to beat the January blues. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Lise Hand, Dave Hanratty, Brianna Parkins and Eoghan Tomas McDermot join Matt to look back on some of the biggest stories to make headlines in 2022. From the war in Ukraine, to British politics going bonkers, Wagatha Christie and the slap that echoed across the world at the Oscars, we review the good, the bad and the utterly absurd. Listen back to the full conversation by pressing the 'Play' button.
With the World Cup over and the Premier League in full swing, Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino join The Last Word for our final look into the world of soccer for 2022. For the full chat click the 'play' button on this page
Worried about heartburn and indigestion as the festive indulging gets in full swing?Dr Brian Higgins gave us tips and tricks to manage both.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button.
For many of us, the New Year offers a fresh start and time to forge new habits. John Gibbons spoke to Matt on The Last Word about five changes we can all make in 2023 to help the environment. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button.
Ian Guider spoke to Matt about all the major business stories that made headlines in 2022.For the full chat click the 'play' button on this page
On the day Irish language box-office sensation An Cailín Ciúin was shortlisted for an Oscar in the Best International Film category, we spoke to the film's director Colm Bairéad. To follow, Brian Lloyd and Roe McDermott joined Matt in studio to discuss the best films on TV over Christmas. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button.
Christmas is a time to eat, drink and be merry. With two sleeps to go, beer lecturer at TUD Judith Boyle filled us in on the best beers of the year. Always drink responsibly, for the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page
Authors Padraig Kenny and Claire Hennessy spoke to Matt about their favourite children's books from throughout 2022.Padraig and Claire's Choices: Well Done, Mummy Penguin by Chris Haughten Frankie's World by Aoife DooleyAnd Everything Will Be Glad To See You edited by Ella Risbridger The Book of Secrets by Alex DunneRun For Your Life by Claire MitchellBig Bad Me by Aisliin O' LoughlinWhen Women Were Dragons by Kelly BarnhillCreature by Shaun TanThings I Know by Helena CloseMy Heart And Other Breakables by Alex BarclayFor the full chat click the 'play' button on this page
Sommelier Cathryn Bell from winerover.ie joined Matt on The Last Word to give her recommendations for the best wines to enjoy this Christmas.For the full chat click the 'play' button on this page
An updated national Climate Action Plan includes targets for increased electric vehicles on roads, enough renewable energy to power all homes and businesses and better rural transport services.The plan outlines action to halve emissions by 2030 and reach net zero by 2050.Hannah Daly, professor in sustainable energy at UCC, and Social Democrats spokesperson Environment and Biodiversity Jennifer Whitmore joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss this latest plan.For the full chat click the 'play' button on this page
Are you giving or have you received a gift voucher this Christmas? Charlie Weston, personal finance editor for the Irish Independent, joined Matt to discuss what terms and conditions you should be aware of.For the full chat click the 'play' button on this page.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy join Matt on The Last Word to discuss their top music choices from 2022 including music from Harry Styles, Beyonce and CMAT.For the full chat click the 'play' button on this page
The committee investigating the January 6th invasion of the US Capitol building has recommended charges be brought against former President Donald Trump. To discuss this and the week's other US news stories Matt is joined by Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone. For the full chat click the 'play' button on this page
Christmas is often seen as a time to open that special bottle of whiskey or indulge in wine. But what about people who don't want to drink alcohol? Vaughn Yates from the Virgin Mary Bar spoke to Matt about the different non-alcoholic drink options for people to try this Christmas.For the full chat click the 'play' button on this page
Looking for a Christmas gift for the aspiring chef in your life or just to improve your own kitchen knowledge? Russell Alford and Patrick Hanlon, food and travel writers at gastrogays.com and Sunday Times Ireland restaurant critics, joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss their favourite cookbooks of 2022.Russell and Patrick's Choices: Blásta book series Bake by Graham HerterichBallymaloe Desserts, Iconic Recipes and Stories from Ireland by JR Ryall The GIY Diaries by Michael Kelly Motherland by Melissa Thompson Red Sauce Brown Sauce by Felicity Cloake Middle Eastern Food Made to Share by MezzeSimply Chinese by Suzie LeeLive Fire by Helen Graves For the full chat click the 'play' button on this page
Joe O’Shea & Elaine Burke, Editor of Silicon Republic, gave their tips on what to watch on TV and streaming services throughout the festive period. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Matt was joined by Emmet Murphy, MCM Brands and Irish drinks ambassador, for The Last Word’s annual gin and whiskey tasting. See the full list of drinks that they tried below. Snow glove Gin Liqueur 20%An Dulaman marine ginMor GinBarts whiskeyRed SilkieTeeling black Pitts Cask StrengthFercullen 15 Single Grain Single CaskDingle SamhainCatch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Argentina were crowned FIFA World Cup champions after beating France in an exhilarating final on Sunday. Tony Cascarino, Mark Lawrenson and Miguel Delaney, Chief Football Writer at The Independent discussed the result which saw Messi finally win the trophy he missed out on four times previously. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
In this week’s The Last Word on Travel, Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie looked at the popular destination of Lanzarote. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The Qatar World Cup will come to a close when title-holders France take on Argentina in Doha on Sunday. To preview the game Matt was joined by Miguel Delaney, Tony Cascarino and Mark Lawrenson.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Orla Ryan from thejournal.ie and Damian McLoughlin, professor of marketing at UCD Smurfit Business School joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss the week's other news stories including Donie O'Sullivan being kicked off Twitter and influencers behaving badly.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Dave Hanratty and Zara Hedderman joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss their top podcast picks for 2022.ZARA'S TOP PICKS· Jokermen (Music)· Unreal: A Critical History of Reality Tv (Pop culture/Entertainment)· To Here Knows When: Great Irish Albums Revisited (Music)· Scamfluencers (Crime/comedy)· Bjork: Sonic Symbolism (Music)DAVE’S TOP PICKS· The Video Archives Podcast with Quentin Tarantino and Roger Avary (Entertainment)· The Coming Storm (News/current affairs)· Hard Fork (Tech/social media/society trends)· Crime Junkie (True Crime)· Wrighty’s House (Sport)Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Michael Foley, Sunday Times Sportswriter and Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sportswriter with the Irish Daily Star gave their choices on their favourite sports books from the last 12 months.Sports books choices:MICHAEL’S CHOICES: The Game, Tadhg Coakley (close to best book of the year) The GAA in 100 Objects (GAA book of the year) Scoring Goals in the Dark, Clare Shine (best football book, before I've read the Rodfather) Honourable mentions: After the Storm – Damian Lawlor England Football: The Biography – Paul Hayward Away Days, 30 Years of Irish Footballers in the Premier League – Gareth Maher Martin Og Morrissey: An Autobiography KIERAN’S CHOICES: The Game – Tadhg Coakley Let’s Get Physical – Danielle Friedman The GAA in 100 Objects – Siobhan Doyle 15 Rounds in the Wilderness – Dave Hannigan Limerick: A biography in Nine Lives MATT'S CHOICES:Kellie - Kellie Harrington and Roddy DoylePhil: The Rip-Roaring (and Unauthorized!) Biography of Golf's Most Colorful Superstar - Alan ShipnuckThe Rodfather - Roddy Collins and Paul HowardCatch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
John Gibbons joined Matt to give his tips for the best environmentally conscious gifts for a loved one this Christmas.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Figures provided to The Irish Times by An Garda Síochána show that just 71 fines have been given to motorists for dangerous overtaking of cyclists since legislation was introduced three years ago. Kevin Jennings, chairperson for the Galway Cycling Campaign and motoring journalist Geraldine Herbert spoke to The Last Word about how to improve safety for cyclists on our roads.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
With a GP shortage around the country, Dr. Brian Higgins from Galway Primary Care discussed the issue with Matt and advised the most effective ways to become registered with a practitioner.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Authors Kevin Power and Edel Coffey joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss their favourite fiction books of 2022.List of books: Trespasses by Louise KennedyHomesickness: Stories by Colin BarrettThe Singularities by John BanvilleVenomous Lumpsucker by Ned BeaumanThe Geometer Lobochevsky by Adrian Duncan Common Decency by Susannah DickeyThe Colony by Audrey MageeEdith by Martina Devlin The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O'Farrell The Anomaly by Herve Le TellierAgain, Rachel by Marian KeyesThe Queen of Dirt Island by Donal Ryan It Ends With Us/Starts With Us by Colleen Hoover The Amusements by Aingeala FlanneryCatch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The cross examination of Jonathan Dowdall has continued in the Special Criminal Court. Dowdall is a key witness in the murder trial of Gerry Hutch.Today FM courts correspondent Frank Greaney outlined on The Last Word what happened in court.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Around 100,000 people who have had their mortgages sold to vulture funds in the past are now seeing some of the highest interest rate hikes in the country.Charlie Weston, personal finance editor for the Irish Independent joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Minister for Finance Paschal Donohue and journalist Lise Hand joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss their favourite non-fiction books of 2022.Here's the full list:Surrender: 40 Song, One Story by BonoThe fall of Boris Johnson by Sebastian Payne Chums by Simon Kuper The Escape Artist by Jonathan FreedlandFaith Hope and Carnage by Nick Cave and Sean O'Hagan Without Warning and Only Sometimes by Kit de Waal Last Call at the Hotel Imperial: The Reporters Who Took on a World at War by Deborah Cohen Negative Space by Cristin LeachWhat Just Happened? - Dispatches For Turbulent Times by Marina HydeCatch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A recent video of Tánaiste Leo Varadkar socialising in a Dublin nightclub which was viewed millions of times on social media has raised questions around privacy laws and whether there is a need for greater regulation on social media.Liam Herrick, executive director of the Irish Council of Civil Liberties, and Fianna Fail Senator Lisa Chambers joined Matt to discuss this. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
US congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene bragged this week that if she was the ringleader for the US Capitol riots on January 6th, 2021, the violent crowd would have won and everyone in it “would’ve been armed”.Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss this as well as the week's biggest US news stories.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
This week for Tech Tuesday Andy O'Donoghue outlined some of the best tech to help you with your sleep. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Senator Mary Fitzpatrick, Fianna Fail Spokesperson on Housing and Richard Boyd Barrett, People Before Profit TD discussed residents’ associations being banned from taking High Court actions against planning decisions, which represents a huge overhaul of Ireland’s current planning system. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Elaine Burke and Joe O'Shea joined Matt for The Last Word's weekly TV & Streaming slot where they selected their favourite shows from the last twelve months. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Miguel Delaney and Tony Cascarino joined Matt to discuss an exciting weekend of World Cup action. Tournament favourites Brazil were knocked out by Croatia on penalties and England's wait for a major trophy win goes on after their defeat to France.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
If you're looking for a fun break for the family but don't want to travel too far, then London might be the place for you. Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie told Matt about all of the family friendly attractions that the UK's capital city has to offer.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
As the Netherlands face Argentina and France prepare to take on England, Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined The Last Word to discuss the penultimate World Cup weekend. They also chatted Brazil's shock relegation from the competition tonight.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Jack Frost has arrived and he's here to stay. What can we expect for the next week?Cathal Nolan, climate scientist at UCC and founder of Ireland’s Weather Channel, and Keith Leonard, chair of the National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management joined us to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
World leaders and biodiversity experts are gathering in Montreal for the UN biodiversity conference COP15. Environmental commentator John Gibbons joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss COP15 as well as other environmental news. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
There have been a lot of big releases this year as audiences flocked back to cinemas. We had long-awaited blockbusters like Top Gun: Maverick and a surprising Irish success with An Cailín Ciúin. Brian Lloyd and Roe McDermott joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss their choices for the best movies of 2022. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Parents have been advised to keep children at home if they have a fever, cough and sore throat to combat a "significant increase in viral infections" amid concerns about Group A Strep. Dr Brian Higgins joined Matt on The Last Word to outline the warning signs for Strep A and what to do if you spot them. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Christmas party season is in full swing and for many people this is the first time back at a work gathering since before the pandemic. Síobhra Rush is Partner at Lewis Silkin and Head of the Dublin office who specialise in employment law. She joined Matt on The Last Word to talk about the chaos that Christmas parties can cause in the office. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
In 2016, after years in the spotlight, singer and actor Selena Gomez had to take an extended break right in the middle of her massive Revival tour. Through a new documentary the global superstar bares all and opens up about her mental health struggles. Director of 'Selena Gomez: My Mind and Me', Alek Keshishian spoke to Matt on The Last Word about creating this emotional documentary. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
There is growing concern about the bacterial infection known as Strep A which has been linked to the death of a young child. Dr Denis McCauley, chairman of the GP committee of the Irish Medical Organisation joined Matt on The Last Word. He outlined what the risks of Strep A are and how to spot it. Matt was also joined by Dr Ike Okafor, clinical director with Children’s Health Ireland to discuss the pressures and overcrowding in children’s hospitals. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The winter weather is here with temperatures set to drop below freezing. With high energy bills and cost of living pressures it’s important to save as much as possible on heating. Charlie Weston joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss how the cold snap could impact heating bills and why it’s important to make sure your house is properly insured for cold weather. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The US Supreme Court continues to make headlines, as the court's conservative majority sounds ready to rule that a Christian digital designer has a free-speech right to refuse to work with same-sex couples planning to marry.Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone join The Last Word to discuss this and more. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
WiFi woes at home? Trouble sleeping? Our tech expert Andy O'Donoughue has you covered, as he joins Matt to discuss Wi-Fi extenders and technology for a better night's sleep. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
100 years ago today, the Irish Free State was born. Amidst cost of living, housing and healthcare crises many of us might find ourselves asking- what have we gotten right in that time? Mark Henry, author of In Fact: An Optimist’s Guide to Ireland at 100, joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie told The Last Word about the best Christmas markets in Ireland for the festive period.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Andy O'Donoghue & Ben Finnegan reviewed even more headphones, hoverboards and home tech in the lead up to Christmas.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Miguel Delaney & Mark Lawrenson joined us to analyse the latest World Cup results, which saw Croatia advance against Japan in the first penalty shootout of the tournament. They also looked ahead to England and France's quarter final showdown. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button this page.
Pat Leahy, Political Editor of the Irish Times & Deirdre Heenan, Professor of Social Policy at Ulster University and former member of the Council of State, joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss recent results of an Ipsos poll which found that Northern Ireland would vote decisively against a united Ireland if there was a border poll.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
In a new book 20 of Ireland’s top sports stars talk about their faith and relationships with religion. Author Gerard Gallagher joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss his book Faith: In Search of Greater Glory in Sport. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
The judges at the Regency Hotel murder trial have decided to allow all of the recorded conversations between Gerry Hutch and Jonathan Dowdall into evidence. Today FM courts correspondent Frank Greaney was at the Special Criminal Court today. He outlined what happened on The Last Word. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Christine McVie, the singer, songwriter and keyboardist who became the biggest hitmaker for Fleetwood Mac has died aged 79. John Cadell joined us to discuss her life and music. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Should motorists be automatically liable for collisions with cyclists? John Gibbons joined Matt to discuss this and more.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Former Fine Gael leader Alan Dukes has come under scrutiny after saying border residents are more prone to violence in an RTÉ documentary about controversial businessman Sean Quinn.He joined The Last Word to address those comments. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
In the midst of flu season, deciphering when a cold is more than just a cold is becoming trickier. Monaghan-based GP Illona Duffy filled us in on how to spot the signs... Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
A four-day working week trial in Ireland has been deemed a success by both the employers and employees taking part.
12 Irish firms tested out the shorter work week over a 6-month period and nine of them have decided to keep it in place.
Assistant Professor of Social Policy at UCD Dr Orla Kelly and Peter Cosgrove of Futurewise joined Matt on to discuss the benefits and challenges of introducing a four-day week.
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A massive shortage of taxi drivers is expected in Irish cities and towns this Christmas season. The number of taxi drivers plummeted during the pandemic with many quitting the industry altogether.
Vincent Kearns, chief executive of NXT Taxis and Noeline Blackwell from the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss what can be done to get people home safely.
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A review of Irish banking, commissioned by the Department of Finance has said draft heads of a bill should be drawn up next year to protect consumers' and businesses' access to cash.
Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent, joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss this recommendation.
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John Caddell and Dave Hanratty joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss the latest music news including U2 drummer Larry Mullen needing surgery to continue performing and Rolling Stone's list of the 50 worst decisions in music history.
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Fertility is a very important issue for many couples. Speaking to Matt on The Last Word, Rosanna Davison shared her own challenges in her fertility journey.
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Large protests have erupted across China in recent days triggered by public anger over strict Covid-19 lockdown measures. How has the United States responded to these protests?
Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss this as well as the other stories making headlines in the US.
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When buying technology online it is important to make sure what you buy will work in Ireland and with the devices you already have.
Andy O'Donoghue joined Matt on The Last Word to talk about the importance of buying compatible tech.
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Mark Lawrenson and Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with the Irish Daily Star analysed the weekend’s FIFA World Cup results, including Argentina beating Mexico thanks to some Messi magic, Germany earning a vital point against Spain in Group E, and England unexpectedly drawing against the USA.
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In this week’s TV & Streaming slot, Joe O’Shea & Elaine Burke gave their reviews of this year’s Late Late Toy Show. They also discussed Matt Hancock’s stint on 'I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here' and the upcoming documentary on businessman Seán Quinn.
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Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie returned for The Last Word’s weekly travel slot to give the best tips for travel-related Christmas presents this year.
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Dr. Eoin O’Malley, Associate Professor in Political Science at the School of Law and Government at DCU joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss what the Irish government can do to quell possible concerns about the rise of immigration in the country.
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In a new book from the Game of My Life series Cork ladies footballers recall their highlights of playing the game, as well as what motivates them on the field.
Ger McCarthy has put these together in Cork LGFA: Game of My Life and he joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss.
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This week Ireland South MEP Mick Wallace spoke in the European Parliament and criticised the protests in Iran.
Naomi O’Leary, Europe correspondent with the Irish Times, reports.
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Ben Finnegan and Orla Ryan joined Matt to look at the other stories making headlines this week including the World Cup in Qatar and the French man who won the legal right to be boring.
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On The Last Word on Movies Brian Lloyd joined Matt to discuss this week’s biggest movie releases - including Glass Onion, the highly anticipated Knives Out sequel.
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Should carpoolers have to pay for tolls?
John Gibbons joined the Last Word to discuss.
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As the days get shorter and colder, have you noticed a change in your mood?
Seasonal affective disorder is a form of mood disorder that changes with the seasons, usually beginning in the autumn and resolving in the springtime.
Dr Brian Higgins, GP at Galway Primary Care joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Gardaí have joined law enforcement groups across the world in an international investigation into a website which enabled fraudsters to make phone calls from trusted numbers to commit cybercrime.
They have arrested six people in Ireland.
Stephen Breen, Crime Editor with the Irish Sun and Sarah McGuinness who has experienced spoofing fraud joined us to discuss.
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The Last Word's annual Gadget Show is back, brought to you by Currys.
Our tech expert Andy O'Donoghue was joined by a number of other guests to review the best phones, speakers, laptops, tablets, wearables and lots more.
Ed Smith and Elaine Burke gave us their sound and vision recommendations, Brian Lloyd discussed gaming, Brianna Parkins and Pamela Joyce joined us with their health and lifestyle favourites, while Pamela joined Ben Finnegan to recommend some must-have home tech.
Curry’s Black Tag sale is now on, and you can shop the products featured in the Gagdet Show online at Currys.ie or in store.
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For details of all of the products reviewed, go to: https://bit.ly/3ED9zOG
Here are our Top Picks that we think you'll love:
SAMSUNG The Freestyle SP-LSP3BLAXXU Smart Full HD TV Projector with Amazon Alexa Portable and easy to use, The Samsung Freestyle is the perfect projector for any movie night.
Nespresso Vertuo POP Expect delicious coffee in seconds from the Nespresso Vertuo POP. No mess, no fuss, suitable for the office desk or the kitchen worktop.
HOVER-1 Superstar Hoverboard & Go-Kart Combo Dust off those helmets! With LED lights and wheels and a built-in Bluetooth speaker, this hoverboard/go cart hybrid is sure to bring hours of fun.
Google Pixel 7 Pro With a state-of-the-art camera and built-in software so you can edit on the fly, the Pixel 7 Pro has fast become one of the most sought-after phones of the year.
SONY wh-1000xm5 wireless Bluetooth noise-cancelling headphones Sleek and lightweight, these premium, noise-cancelling earphones are the perfect gift for any music buff this Christmas.
With Black Friday and Cyber Monday on the horizon consumers are being warned to be wary of scams. Fraudsters stole €45 million from Irish online shoppers in the second half of last year.
Andy O'Donoghue joined Matt on The Last Word to give his tips to stay cyber safe when shopping this Black Friday.
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Ed Smith and Dave Hanratty joined Matt to discuss the week's biggest stories, including Blur returning to Dublin, Bono's stage show and why Mariah Carey can't officially be called the Queen of Christmas.
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US President Joe Biden has just celebrated his 80th birthday becoming the first ever president to do so while in office.
Is Biden too old to run for a second term? Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss this as well as other US news stories of the week.
There is over €150 billion in household savings in banks and credit unions in Ireland but those who are lucky enough to have money set aside are getting little or nothing in interest back.
Charlie Weston spoke to Matt about why Irish banks have the worst interest rates in Europe.
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COP27 has come to a close with nations finally agreeing on a loss and damage fund to help vulnerable countries.
Siobhan Curran, head of policy and advocacy with Trocaire and Dr Tara Shine, founder of Change by Degrees and author of 'How to Save Your Planet One Object at a Time' joined Matt on The Last Word to look at the achievements and the failures of COP27.
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RTE's new documentary, 'Saipan: Rebel Without A Ball' explores how far Ireland could have gone if Roy Keane had stayed at the World Cup in Saipan.
Joe O'Shea and Elaine Burke joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss this and more.
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With Black Friday coming up Sarah Slattery from the travelexpert.ie joined us to discuss the best travel deals including package holidays, flights, cruises and more.
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Teams from seven European countries have confirmed they will no longer be wearing the 'One Love' armband due to fear of a yellow card being issued.
Kieran Cunnignham, chief sportswriter with the Irish Daily Star spoke to Matt about the ongoing controversies that surround the World Cup as it begins.
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The World Cup kicks off in Qatar on Sunday. Mark Lawrenson and Miguel Delaney joined Matt on The Last Word to preview the tournament.
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Independent experts have been appointed to oversee a process of restorative justice for survivors of historical abuse at schools run by the Spiritan Congregation. The process was started by a group of past pupils of Blackrock College in Dublin. We spoke to Corry MacMahon and John Coulter, who outlined how they got to this point and how the restorative process will work.
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Brianna Parkins and Kieran Cunningham joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss the other stories making headlines this week including a ban on the sale of alcohol at World Cup stadiums in Qatar and whether having more women in power would help solve the climate crisis.
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Dr. Brian Higgins, GP at Galway Primary Care joined Ian Guider to discuss weight loss injections and their effectiveness as an alternative treatment for obesity.
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Fianna Fáil TD Christopher O’Sullivan and John Gibbons covered the global population surpassing 8 billion, and why that could be a bad thing for the environment.
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Toll charges on Irish roads will increase by up to 60% in the new year. Geraldine Herbert & Peadar Toibin spoke to Ian Guider on The Last Word about what this could mean for motorists.
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With the 2022 FIFA World Cup only days away, Sam Rowe from Amnesty International Ireland and Will O’Callaghan of Off The Ball joined Ian Guider to talk about the controversies surrounding the tournament, and whether fans should boycott it due to its poor record on human rights issues.
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Aisha tells the story of a young Nigerian woman who is in limbo within the Direct Provision system in Ireland and her friendship with security guard Conor. Film director Frank Berry joined us to discuss his inspiration for the film, the research he undertook, and working with actors Letitia Wright (Black Panther) and John O’Connor (The Crown).
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Aisha tells the story of a young Nigerian woman who is in limbo within the Direct Provision system in Ireland and her friendship with security guard Conor. Film director Frank Berry joined us to discuss his inspiration for the film, the research he undertook, and working with actors Letitia Wright (Black Panther) and John O’Connor (The Crown).
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Following disappointing midterm results for the Republican Party and many candidates backed by Donald Trump, the former US president has announced plans for a third White House run. Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone discussed the upcoming Republican nomination battle.
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Following disappointing midterm results for the Republican Party and many candidates backed by Donald Trump, the former US president has announced plans for a third White House run. Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone discussed the upcoming Republican nomination battle.
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The profits of motor insurers are continuing to surge, but customers are only getting tiny premium cuts according to the latest figures. Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor of the Irish Independent has all the details.
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The profits of motor insurers are continuing to surge, but customers are only getting tiny premium cuts according to the latest figures. Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor of the Irish Independent has all the details.
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Matt was joined by Jack Chambers TD, Government Chief Whip & Minister of State for Sport, the Gaeltacht & Defence to discuss the Cabinet signing off on a bid for Ireland to be a joint host of the 2028 European football championship.
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Matt was joined by Jack Chambers TD, Government Chief Whip & Minister of State for Sport, the Gaeltacht & Defence to discuss the Cabinet signing off on a bid for Ireland to be a joint host of the 2028 European football championship.
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John Caddell & Dave Hanratty joined us to review ‘Only the Strong Survive’, the latest album from Bruce Springsteen, and predicted what fans can expect to hear from Dermot Kennedy’s upcoming album ‘Sonder’.
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John Caddell & Dave Hanratty joined us to review ‘Only the Strong Survive’, the latest album from Bruce Springsteen, and predicted what fans can expect to hear from Dermot Kennedy’s upcoming album ‘Sonder’.
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Nora Twomey, animator, screenwriter and director spoke to The Last Word about ‘My Father’s Dragon’, which was released on Netflix on November 4th.
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Nora Twomey, animator, screenwriter and director spoke to The Last Word about ‘My Father’s Dragon’, which was released on Netflix on November 4th.
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This week’s US slot with Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone focused on what former US President Donald Trump’s latest announcement could mean for the 2024 election.
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This week’s US slot with Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone focused on what former US President Donald Trump’s latest announcement could mean for the 2024 election.
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Former Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill joined Matt to discuss his life, career and new autobiography, On Days Like These.
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Former Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill joined Matt to discuss his life, career and new autobiography, On Days Like These.
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Ireland's Fittest Family could be the next prime time RTE show to be axed due to budget cuts.
Joe O'Shea and Elaine Burke joined us to discuss this and more.
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Ireland's Fittest Family could be the next prime time RTE show to be axed due to budget cuts.
Joe O'Shea and Elaine Burke joined us to discuss this and more.
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On our weekly glimpse into the world of travel, Sarah Slattery from thetravelexpert.ie joins Matt to discuss Roman holidays.
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On our weekly glimpse into the world of travel, Sarah Slattery from thetravelexpert.ie joins Matt to discuss Roman holidays.
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Cervical cancer campaigner Vicky Phelan passed away today aged 48.
In September 2020, she joined Matt to talk about her favourite music, movies, and books, her passions and inspirations.
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Cervical cancer campaigner Vicky Phelan passed away today aged 48.
In September 2020, she joined Matt to talk about her favourite music, movies, and books, her passions and inspirations.
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Tony Cascarino and Mark Lawrenson joined Matt to discuss this weekend's Premiere League proceedings.
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Tony Cascarino and Mark Lawrenson joined Matt to discuss this weekend's Premiere League proceedings.
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A teenage boy has been found guilty of murdering a 49-year-old mother-of-two as she made her way home from work in Dublin city on the 20th of January last year.
Today FM's Courts Correspondent Frank Greaney joined The Last Word to discuss.
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A teenage boy has been found guilty of murdering a 49-year-old mother-of-two as she made her way home from work in Dublin city on the 20th of January last year.
Today FM's Courts Correspondent Frank Greaney joined The Last Word to discuss.
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Journalist Lise Hand and political reporter with the Irish Times, Jack Horgan Jones, discuss some of the other stories making headlines this week, including a Dublin bus mounting pavements and Sean Penn loaning his Oscar to Zelensky.
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Dr Brian Higgins joins Matt to talk about complications that occur from diabetes.
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Ollie Grimes, Owner of the Snug in Skerries joins Matt to discuss Heineken's decision to raise the price of their draughts and ciders.
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John Gibbons joins Matt for his weekly environmental slot.
This week they discuss car parts and Cop 27 progress.
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Brian Lloyd joins Matt to go through the latest movies to hit Irish screens.
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Dr Brian Higgins joins Matt to talk about complications that occur from diabetes.
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Ollie Grimes, Owner of the Snug in Skerries joins Matt to discuss Heineken's decision to raise the price of their draughts and ciders.
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John Gibbons joins Matt for his weekly environmental slot.
This week they discuss car parts and Cop 27 progress.
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Brian Lloyd joins Matt to go through the latest movies to hit Irish screens.
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Season five of Netflix's royal drama The Crown arrived to Netflix today and has already caused controversy.
What's fact, what's fiction and is it worth a watch?
Mic Wright, journalist & media critic, joined us to discuss.
The House is leaning Republican in the States while the vote for the Senate is on a knife-edge.
Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone gave us the latest on the US midterm elections.
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Those with variable rate mortgages are now in ‘last-chance saloon’. Is it too late to lock in?
Charlie Weston joined us to discuss.
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Bob Dylan played the 3Arena this week in his long-awaited return to Dublin. Zara Hedderman was at the gig and joined Matt to review it.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy also covered the latest music news and releases including new music from Irish band House Plants and the tragic passing of singer Aaron Carter.
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Voters in the US have been heading to the polls for the midterm elections which will determine whether the Democrats lose control of Congress. The party that controls the White House typically loses seats in the midterms.
Matt is joined by Marion McKeone and Cal Thomas to discuss these key elections as well as the other biggest stories from the States.
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Laureate for Irish Fiction, Colm Tóibín spoke to Matt about his latest book 'A Guest at the Feast', which is a collection of essays about his own life.
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There have been big changes to social media giant Twitter since Elon Musk’s takeover and more are expected to come. As a result lots of people have started looking for an alternative platform.
Andy O’Donoghue spoke to Matt on The Last Word about Mastodon, a platform that has already seen a surge in users, as well as other alternatives to Twitter.
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Miguel Delaney and Mark Lawrenson spoke to Matt on The Last Word about the potential sale of Liverpool and the weekend’s Premier League.
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Matt was joined by Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke on The Last Word to discuss the latest TV and streaming news, including the return of reality TV staple I’m A Celebrity and Netflix’s The Crown.
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The Northern and Western Regional Assembly has called for at least two electric charge facilities in every town and village in the country in order to meet electric vehicle targets.
John Daly, chief economist at the Northern & Western Regional Assembly, joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss why more people aren’t switching to electric vehicles.
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Visiting New York with kids may seem daunting to some, but it can be the trip of a lifetime.
Sarah Slattery from the travelexpert.ie spoke to Matt on The Last Word about her top attractions when travelling to New York as a family.
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Twitter has begun laying off Irish staff as it plans to cut up to half of its global workforce.
Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post and General Secretary of the Irish Congress of Trade Unions, Owen Reidy spoke to The Last Word about what this means for the social media giant.
Ian also has the day’s other business stories including Revolut’s plan to offer ‘100% digital’ mortgages.
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Fifa have written to the teams competing in the World Cup asking them to focus on the football in Qatar and not allow the game “to be dragged into every ideological or political battle that exists.”
Miguel Delaney spoke to The Last Word about the wave of controversies facing the tournament and how world football is dealing with them.
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On The Last Word on Movies Roe McDermott and Brian Lloyd discuss this week’s biggest movie releases. These include Watcher, The Wonder and the latest project from Cartoon Saloon, My Father’s Dragon.
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Ahead of the Autumn International series at the Aviva, the IRFU has plans to contact ticket holders to remind them to be respectful to fellow patrons. Gerry Thornley, Irish Times Rugby Correspondent doesn’t think the measures will go far enough as many patrons have highlighted the interruptions caused by the flow of traffic through seat rows and aisles.
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Recent incidents on the side-lines of children’s sports have led to calls for a ‘zero tolerance’ policy on abuse of officials and players. In the UK, parents have been banned from shouting during children's football matches as part of a pilot project to curb violent incidents. Irish Times parenting columnist Jen Hogan and Senator Shane Cassells joined The Last Word to discuss whether a similar approach should be taken for underage games in Ireland.
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Glaucoma is a slowly progressive illness and the leading cause of blindness in the developed world. Dr Brian Higgins outlines the causes of glaucoma and how to treat it.
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Fr. Tim Hazelwood from the Association of Catholic Priests and theologian Gina Menzies joined The Last Word to discuss the survey from the Association of Catholic Priests on the ageing population of priests in Ireland.
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Fergal Hickey, president of the Irish Association of Emergency Medicine joined The Last Word to discuss hospital waiting lists, staff shortages and delays in discharging patients.
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Looking for a Christmas or New Year's break? Sarah Slattery from travelexpert.ie joined The Last Word to discuss the best Irish hotel deals for Christmas and New Year's Eve 2022/23.
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Hugh Bonneville, actor and author speaks on the ups and downs of career which has seen him star in Downton Abbey, Nothing Hill and Paddington.
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Dee Reddy and Dave Hanratty discuss all the latest music news and releases, including Adele commanding £40,000 for tickets to her Las Vegas gigs.
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Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist, and Marion McKeone of the Business Post discuss the assault on US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s husband Paul. They also look ahead to next week’s midterm elections.
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Boxer and Olympic Gold medalist Kellie Harrington and author Roddy Doyle discuss collaborating on “Kellie”, which tells the story of the boxer’s journey from inner city kid to winning gold in Tokyo.
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Geoff Shreeves is a giant of football and in his memoir 'Cheers Geoff', he shares hilarious, bizarre and moving stories from across his career.
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Elon Musk has completed his $44m takeover of Twitter after months of speculation over the deal. Jenny Darmody, Deputy Editor at Silicon Republic, considers how Twitter might change after Elon Musk’s take over.
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Today FM presenter Pamela Joyce and Mark Paul, Business columnist with the Irish Times discussed some of the other stories making headlines this week, including the release of Matthew Perry’s book, and criticism of UK foreign secretary James Cleverly for saying LGBT football fans should respect Qatar.
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Ford have announced that the Fiesta has reached the end of the road.
First introduced in 1997, the Fiesta has had many different models and was a go-to for those looking for a small and affordable car. But what other popular cars have been given the chop over the years?
Presenter and motoring enthusiast Anton Savage joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss the most-beloved decommissioned cars.
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Emma Donoghue is the writer of the new movie 'The Wonder' coming to Netflix in November and starring Florence Pugh.
The film is based on Emma's book by the same name and is not her first film adaptation. She also wrote the script for the 2015 film Room which was shortlisted for an Academy Award, Golden Globe and Bafta for Best Adapted Screenplay.
On The Last Word, Matt spoke to Emma about the movie.
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Recent anti-Semitic remarks made by rapper Kanye West have caused deep upset and have received widespread condemnation from celebrities, global corporations and fans around the world.
On The Last Word, Matt spoke to John Caddell and Dave Hanratty about the comments and whether fans should continue to listen to West’s music in light of the controversy.
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The World Meteorological Organisation has found there is now more planet-warming carbon dioxide, methane and nitrogen in the atmosphere than at any time since records began.
Environmental commentator John Gibbons joined Matt on The Last Word to discuss this and more.
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In his new book, Ian McKinley explores how a catastrophic eye injury derailed his career and his path back to international rugby stardom.
He joined Matt in studio to discuss.
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There is a workforce and workload crisis in general practice in Ireland and as a result qualified doctors are moving abroad or finding other work.
The HSE predicts a GP shortage of up to almost 1,400 by 2025.
Dr Maura McLoughlin, GP in Galway City, spoke to Matt about the pressure on GPs in Ireland.
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A study from the Teachers' Union of Ireland has revealed that nine in ten secondary schools have struggled to fill vacant teaching posts in the last six months.
What is causing the shortage of teachers and how can the issue be solved?
Irish Examiner Columnist and teacher Jennifer Horgan, and TUI President Liz Farrell joined us to discuss.
A Russian court has rejected an appeal by the US basketball player Brittney Griner against her nine-year prison sentence for possession of drugs.
Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone discuss this and more in our weekly US slot.
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When Richard's beloved wife Joan died in 2021 after almost four decades of marriage, she set him a challenge: to find a pocketful of happiness in every day.
The result of that challenge is a memoir, reflecting on the personal and professional life of the Oscar-nominated actor.
Richard joined Matt in studio to discuss.
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This weekend saw Taylor Swift and Arctic Monkeys battle it out on the charts following the release of their new records.
What do John Caddell and Dee Reddy have the say about these high-profile albums?
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New treatment guidelines that redefine obesity care have been launched with the support of doctors, patient groups and the HSE.
The guidelines move away from obesity being a ‘lifestyle illness’ to recognising that obesity is a disease driven by complex factors.
Professor Dónal O'Shea is HSE National Clinical Lead for Obesity. He joined Matt to discuss what these new guidelines mean for patients and doctors.
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‘Life Begins In Leitrim : From Kurdistan to Croke Park’ is Zak Moradi’s autobiography.
The former intercounty hurler tells his story of being born in a refugee camp and how he and his family ended up travelling from Iraq to Carrick-on-Shannon, and then settled in Tallaght.
The book has been nominated in the Best Irish Sports Book category at the 2022 An Post Irish Book Awards, and Zak joined Matt in studio to discuss it.
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‘Life Begins In Leitrim : From Kurdistan to Croke Park’ is Zak Moradi’s autobiography.
The former intercounty hurler tells his story of being born in a refugee camp and how he and his family ended up travelling from Iraq to Carrick-on-Shannon, and then settled in Tallaght.
The book has been nominated in the Best Irish Sports Book category at the 2022 An Post Irish Book Awards, and Zak joined Matt in studio to discuss it.
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Due to the nature of it's storytelling, Netflix's hit show The Crown will now carry a 'fictionalised' disclaimer.
Joe O'Shea and Elaine Burke joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Due to the nature of it's storytelling, Netflix's hit show The Crown will now carry a 'fictionalised' disclaimer.
Joe O'Shea and Elaine Burke joined the Last Word to discuss.
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University College Cork will take on the archive of the late actor Richard Harris.
The Limerick born actor was one of the first great Irish movie superstars from his breakthrough role in ‘The Sporting Life’ to his much-loved performance in the first two Harry Potter films.
The donation to UCC has been made by the Harris family. Richard’s son, ‘Mad Men’ actor Jared Harris, joins Matt to discuss this new collection and the legacy of his father.
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University College Cork will take on the archive of the late actor Richard Harris.
The Limerick born actor was one of the first great Irish movie superstars from his breakthrough role in ‘The Sporting Life’ to his much-loved performance in the first two Harry Potter films.
The donation to UCC has been made by the Harris family. Richard’s son, ‘Mad Men’ actor Jared Harris, joins Matt to discuss this new collection and the legacy of his father.
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Malaga airport is frequented by millions of international visitors each year, but most use it as a gateway to stay in beach resorts on the Costa del Sol.
However, the city itself is vibrant with lots to do and see.
Sarah Slattery joined Matt to give her guide for visiting the Malaga city.
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Malaga airport is frequented by millions of international visitors each year, but most use it as a gateway to stay in beach resorts on the Costa del Sol.
However, the city itself is vibrant with lots to do and see.
Sarah Slattery joined Matt to give her guide for visiting the Malaga city.
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Given the extent of the current climate and energy crisis, Engineers Ireland have called on the Government to reconsider the legislative ban on generating nuclear energy. John Gibbons discusses this and other issues.
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Given the extent of the current climate and energy crisis, Engineers Ireland have called on the Government to reconsider the legislative ban on generating nuclear energy. John Gibbons discusses this and other issues.
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After just 45 days in Number 10, Liz Truss has stepped down - becoming the shortest-serving prime minister in UK history.
What happened in the 24 hours leading to her resignation and where does this leave the British government?
Rachel Cunliffe, Senior Associate Editor of New Statesman and Nick Ferrari, presenter of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast on LBC join us to discuss.
After just 45 days in Number 10, Liz Truss has stepped down - becoming the shortest-serving prime minister in UK history.
What happened in the 24 hours leading to her resignation and where does this leave the British government?
Rachel Cunliffe, Senior Associate Editor of New Statesman and Nick Ferrari, presenter of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast on LBC join us to discuss.
This week is Menopause Awareness Week - the first ever in Ireland.
To mark the occasion, we discuss the signs and symptoms of perimenopause with Dr Brian Higgins.
This week is Menopause Awareness Week - the first ever in Ireland.
To mark the occasion, we discuss the signs and symptoms of perimenopause with Dr Brian Higgins.
With the An Post Irish Book Awards 2022 drawing closer, we are delighted to announce the shortlists for Eason Novel of the Year and Eason Sportsbook of the Year.
Bert Wright from the An Post Irish Book Awards joins us live in studio for the announcement, alongside a few familiar faces - Edel Coffey, Paul Howard, Aoife Dooley, Louise Kennedy and Aingeala Flannery.
With the An Post Irish Book Awards 2022 drawing closer, we are delighted to announce the shortlists for Eason Novel of the Year and Eason Sportsbook of the Year.
Bert Wright from the An Post Irish Book Awards joins us live in studio for the announcement, alongside a few familiar faces - Edel Coffey, Paul Howard, Aoife Dooley, Louise Kennedy and Aingeala Flannery.
Journalist and author Tommie Gorman discusses his new book ‘Never Better: My Life In Our Times’.
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Journalist and author Tommie Gorman discusses his new book ‘Never Better: My Life In Our Times’.
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More than 50% of people believe that companies with a pet-friendly policy are a more attractive place to work and 27% say it would influence their choice of where to work, according to a new survey from the ISPCA.
With a lot of new dog owners in the country since lockdown, should more workplaces have pet-friendly policies? CEO of the ISPCA, Dr Cyril Sullivan and vet Tim Kirby joined The Last Word to discuss.
More than 50% of people believe that companies with a pet-friendly policy are a more attractive place to work and 27% say it would influence their choice of where to work, according to a new survey from the ISPCA.
With a lot of new dog owners in the country since lockdown, should more workplaces have pet-friendly policies? CEO of the ISPCA, Dr Cyril Sullivan and vet Tim Kirby joined The Last Word to discuss.
Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent, and Michael Dowling, managing director of Dowling Financial explain what the Central Bank’s easing of mortgage lending rules mean for first time buyers.
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Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent, and Michael Dowling, managing director of Dowling Financial explain what the Central Bank’s easing of mortgage lending rules mean for first time buyers.
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Cabinet has signed off on a winter eviction ban which is expected to run from November until the end of March.
How is it going to work and what does it mean for renters and landlords?
Daniel McConnell, Political Editor of the Irish Examiner and Pat Doyle, CEO Peter McVerry Trust join us to discuss.
Cabinet has signed off on a winter eviction ban which is expected to run from November until the end of March.
How is it going to work and what does it mean for renters and landlords?
Daniel McConnell, Political Editor of the Irish Examiner and Pat Doyle, CEO Peter McVerry Trust join us to discuss.
Andy O’Donoghue, tech journalist, outlines how Meta’s latest technology will track eye movements of users and why this raises privacy issues.
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Andy O’Donoghue, tech journalist, outlines how Meta’s latest technology will track eye movements of users and why this raises privacy issues.
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Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with the Business Post discuss the latest news from the US, including Kevin Spacey’s testimony at his civil trial in New York where he has denied the claim that he sexually assaulted a 14-year-old at a house party in 1986.
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Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with the Business Post discuss the latest news from the US, including Kevin Spacey’s testimony at his civil trial in New York where he has denied the claim that he sexually assaulted a 14-year-old at a house party in 1986.
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Arctic Monkeys and Taylor Swift will go head-to-head in the charts this week as they both release new albums.
‘The Car’ by Arctic Monkeys will be the band’s 7th studio album, while ‘Midnights’ will be Swift’s 10th, and the first since ‘Evermore’ was released in 2020.
John and Dee joined Matt in studio to speculate about what we can expect to hear from both records.
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Arctic Monkeys and Taylor Swift will go head-to-head in the charts this week as they both release new albums.
‘The Car’ by Arctic Monkeys will be the band’s 7th studio album, while ‘Midnights’ will be Swift’s 10th, and the first since ‘Evermore’ was released in 2020.
John and Dee joined Matt in studio to speculate about what we can expect to hear from both records.
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Liverpool secured an impressive 1-0 win over Manchester City on Sunday which has left Guardiola's side four points behind Premier League leaders Arsenal.
Matt was joined by Miguel Delaney to discuss whether the result can reenergise Jurgen Klopp's team after a slow start to the season.
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Liverpool secured an impressive 1-0 win over Manchester City on Sunday which has left Guardiola's side four points behind Premier League leaders Arsenal.
Matt was joined by Miguel Delaney to discuss whether the result can reenergise Jurgen Klopp's team after a slow start to the season.
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Thirty-five projects aimed to increase the use of public transport, cycling and walking have been launched by the Government.
Transport Minister Eamon Ryan said the Pathfinder Programme will transform communities and improve sustainable travel.
He joined The Last Word to discuss further.
Thirty-five projects aimed to increase the use of public transport, cycling and walking have been launched by the Government.
Transport Minister Eamon Ryan said the Pathfinder Programme will transform communities and improve sustainable travel.
He joined The Last Word to discuss further.
Actor Robbie Coltrane has sadly passed away at the age of 72, after an iconic and memorable career.
Joe O'Shea and Elaine Burke join The Last Word to discuss.
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Actor Robbie Coltrane has sadly passed away at the age of 72, after an iconic and memorable career.
Joe O'Shea and Elaine Burke join The Last Word to discuss.
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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.
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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.
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The mother of jailed teacher Enoch Burke was removed from court today after interrupting proceedings.
Frank Greaney joined the Last Word to discuss.
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The mother of jailed teacher Enoch Burke was removed from court today after interrupting proceedings.
Frank Greaney joined the Last Word to discuss.
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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.
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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.
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Climate protest at the London National Gallery, controversial football celebrations and much more on the Week Trending with Brianna Parkins and Dave Hanratty.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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'.
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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'.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Are Liverpool at crisis point after their loss to Arsenal over the weekend?
Mark Lawrenson joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Are Liverpool at crisis point after their loss to Arsenal over the weekend?
Mark Lawrenson joined the Last Word to discuss.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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'.
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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'.
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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.
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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.
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Should taxis be completely banned from bus lanes?
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Should taxis be completely banned from bus lanes?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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'.
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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'.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Elon Musk has landed himself in trouble with Ukraine after strange 'Trump-like' tweets.
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Lindsey Buckingham has become the latest popular artist to cut a tour short.
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Lindsey Buckingham has become the latest popular artist to cut a tour short.
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From 2024 all mobile phones in the EU will use USB-C.
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From 2024 all mobile phones in the EU will use USB-C.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Was Manchester City's fantastic performance this past weekend a sign they will dominate the premiere league?
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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.
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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.
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Taking a pet on holiday can be tricky. How can you take an animal away and ensure they are safe, happy and healthy?
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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.
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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.
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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!
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This weekend sees the return of the premier league, with North London derbies and a Manchester derby on the horizon.
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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.
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This weekend sees the return of the premier league, with North London derbies and a Manchester derby on the horizon.
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The Last Word on Sport - With Carlsberg
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Something we often overlook is the importance of having good gut health! But where should you start?
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Something we often overlook is the importance of having good gut health! But where should you start?
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Something we often overlook is the importance of having good gut health! But where should you start?
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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?
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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With mixed reactions to budget 2023, how did environmental issues fare in the Government's spending?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Charlie Weston joined us this week for a personal finance special, answering your questions about Budget 2023.
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Charlie Weston joined us this week for a personal finance special, answering your questions about Budget 2023.
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Charlie Weston joined us this week for a personal finance special, answering your questions about Budget 2023.
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What do the opposing parties of our Government think of the choices made for Budget 2023?
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What do the opposing parties of our Government think of the choices made for Budget 2023?
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What do the opposing parties of our Government think of the choices made for Budget 2023?
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What has the reaction of businesses been like to Budget 2023?
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What has the reaction of businesses been like to Budget 2023?
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What has the reaction of businesses been like to Budget 2023?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Today was Ireland's long awaited Budget day, but what are the details?
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Today was Ireland's long awaited Budget day, but what are the details?
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Today was Ireland's long awaited Budget day, but what are the details?
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Amongst all of the economic uncertainty, is there some good news emerging from the housing market?
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Amongst all of the economic uncertainty, is there some good news emerging from the housing market?
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Amongst all of the economic uncertainty, is there some good news emerging from the housing market?
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Why is a Chinese intelligence unit operating on Capel Street in Dublin, independent of the Chinese embassy?
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Why is a Chinese intelligence unit operating on Capel Street in Dublin, independent of the Chinese embassy?
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Why is a Chinese intelligence unit operating on Capel Street in Dublin, independent of the Chinese embassy?
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Only weeks after the death of Queen Elizabeth III, Netflix have announced the fifth season of their hugely popular show 'The Crown'.
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Only weeks after the death of Queen Elizabeth III, Netflix have announced the fifth season of their hugely popular show 'The Crown'.
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Only weeks after the death of Queen Elizabeth III, Netflix have announced the fifth season of their hugely popular show 'The Crown'.
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Christmas is still a while away but if you're considering going on holiday in December, now is the time to book!
Sarah Slattery joined us for The Last Word on Travel to discuss the best Christmas Markets to visit this festive season.
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Christmas is still a while away but if you're considering going on holiday in December, now is the time to book!
Sarah Slattery joined us for The Last Word on Travel to discuss the best Christmas Markets to visit this festive season.
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Christmas is still a while away but if you're considering going on holiday in December, now is the time to book!
Sarah Slattery joined us for The Last Word on Travel to discuss the best Christmas Markets to visit this festive season.
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Beloved British novelist Hilary Mantel has passed away at the age of 70. Kevin Power joined the Last Word to discuss her brilliant career.
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Beloved British novelist Hilary Mantel has passed away at the age of 70. Kevin Power joined the Last Word to discuss her brilliant career.
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Beloved British novelist Hilary Mantel has passed away at the age of 70. Kevin Power joined the Last Word to discuss her brilliant career.
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An important election taking place this weekend in Italy could have far reaching economic and political consequences.
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An important election taking place this weekend in Italy could have far reaching economic and political consequences.
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An important election taking place this weekend in Italy could have far reaching economic and political consequences.
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One of the biggest stories of the week involved an Irish Rugby legend taking home the wrong dog from the groomers! There has been a worrying amount of backlash about the casting choice for Ariel in Disney's remake of 'The Little Mermaid'.
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After the unbelievable hype and drama that has surrounded Olivia Wilde's latest movie, is it any good?
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After the unbelievable hype and drama that has surrounded Olivia Wilde's latest movie, is it any good?
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After the unbelievable hype and drama that has surrounded Olivia Wilde's latest movie, is it any good?
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After new census findings, is it starting to look like there's a possibility for a future United Ireland?
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After new census findings, is it starting to look like there's a possibility for a future United Ireland?
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After new census findings, is it starting to look like there's a possibility for a future United Ireland?
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With King Charles III having established himself as environmentally conscious in the past, has John Gibbons decided to go royalist?
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With King Charles III having established himself as environmentally conscious in the past, has John Gibbons decided to go royalist?
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With King Charles III having established himself as environmentally conscious in the past, has John Gibbons decided to go royalist?
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Since last week all women in Ireland from the age of 17 up to 25 can now avail of free contraception. Dr. Brian Higgins joined the Last Word to chat all things contraception.
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Since last week all women in Ireland from the age of 17 up to 25 can now avail of free contraception. Dr. Brian Higgins joined the Last Word to chat all things contraception.
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Since last week all women in Ireland from the age of 17 up to 25 can now avail of free contraception. Dr. Brian Higgins joined the Last Word to chat all things contraception.
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The events that took place in Cherry Orchard this week have highlighted a potential lack of force when it comes to anti-social behaviour in Ireland.
Brendan O’Connor and Dr. Johnny Connolly joined the Last Word to discuss.
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The events that took place in Cherry Orchard this week have highlighted a potential lack of force when it comes to anti-social behaviour in Ireland.
Brendan O’Connor and Dr. Johnny Connolly joined the Last Word to discuss.
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The events that took place in Cherry Orchard this week have highlighted a potential lack of force when it comes to anti-social behaviour in Ireland.
Brendan O’Connor and Dr. Johnny Connolly joined the Last Word to discuss.
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For those living in apartments, news of a new bill that will allow tenants to keep pets and to save energy by hanging clothes to dry on balconies is a welcome possibility.
Senator Rebecca Moynihan joined the Last Word to discuss.
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For those living in apartments, news of a new bill that will allow tenants to keep pets and to save energy by hanging clothes to dry on balconies is a welcome possibility.
Senator Rebecca Moynihan joined the Last Word to discuss.
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For those living in apartments, news of a new bill that will allow tenants to keep pets and to save energy by hanging clothes to dry on balconies is a welcome possibility.
Senator Rebecca Moynihan joined the Last Word to discuss.
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This week for the culture club we are joined by multi award winning director, Eimear Reynolds! Her work includes 2022 film 'Joyride' starring Olivia Colman.
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This week for the culture club we are joined by multi award winning director, Eimear Reynolds! Her work includes 2022 film 'Joyride' starring Olivia Colman.
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This week for the culture club we are joined by multi award winning director, Eimear Reynolds! Her work includes 2022 film 'Joyride' starring Olivia Colman.
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The pension age will stay at 66, but workers will have the option of working on until the age of 70 in return for a larger state pension. Are the financial benefits worth it?
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The pension age will stay at 66, but workers will have the option of working on until the age of 70 in return for a larger state pension. Are the financial benefits worth it?
Charlie Weston joined the Last Word to discuss.
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The pension age will stay at 66, but workers will have the option of working on until the age of 70 in return for a larger state pension. Are the financial benefits worth it?
Charlie Weston joined the Last Word to discuss.
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A criminal investigation has been launched into a publicity stunt that involved the luring of migrants up to wealthy holiday destination 'Martha's Vineyard' under false pretenses, by Ron DeSantis.
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A criminal investigation has been launched into a publicity stunt that involved the luring of migrants up to wealthy holiday destination 'Martha's Vineyard' under false pretenses, by Ron DeSantis.
Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss.
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A criminal investigation has been launched into a publicity stunt that involved the luring of migrants up to wealthy holiday destination 'Martha's Vineyard' under false pretenses, by Ron DeSantis.
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A surprisingly well written chapter from Bono's new memoir has been released, setting expectations high for the book's release on November 1st.
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A surprisingly well written chapter from Bono's new memoir has been released, setting expectations high for the book's release on November 1st.
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A surprisingly well written chapter from Bono's new memoir has been released, setting expectations high for the book's release on November 1st.
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'The Shona Project' is a non-profit organisation which works to help today's Irish women to be strong, confident and curious. A survey conducted by the group has found that 80% of teenage girls feel they won't receive the same opportunities in life as boys of the same age.
Tammy Darcy, chief executive of The Shona Project joined the Last Word to discuss.
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'The Shona Project' is a non-profit organisation which works to help today's Irish women to be strong, confident and curious. A survey conducted by the group has found that 80% of teenage girls feel they won't receive the same opportunities in life as boys of the same age.
Tammy Darcy, chief executive of The Shona Project joined the Last Word to discuss.
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'The Shona Project' is a non-profit organisation which works to help today's Irish women to be strong, confident and curious. A survey conducted by the group has found that 80% of teenage girls feel they won't receive the same opportunities in life as boys of the same age.
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A shocking incident took place last night involving two reckless drivers ramming into a Garda car in Cherry Orchard, with footage ending up on social media.
Stephen Breen, Hazel De Nortuin and Trina O’Connor joined the Last Word to discuss.
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A shocking incident took place last night involving two reckless drivers ramming into a Garda car in Cherry Orchard, with footage ending up on social media.
Stephen Breen, Hazel De Nortuin and Trina O’Connor joined the Last Word to discuss.
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A shocking incident took place last night involving two reckless drivers ramming into a Garda car in Cherry Orchard, with footage ending up on social media.
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Paschal Donohoe has stated hotel's price gouging in recent months will be taken into account in the 2023 budget.
Paul Clancy, chief executive of the Vintners Federation of Ireland and Denyse Campbell, president of the Irish Hotels Federation joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Paschal Donohoe has stated hotel's price gouging in recent months will be taken into account in the 2023 budget.
Paul Clancy, chief executive of the Vintners Federation of Ireland and Denyse Campbell, president of the Irish Hotels Federation joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Paschal Donohoe has stated hotel's price gouging in recent months will be taken into account in the 2023 budget.
Paul Clancy, chief executive of the Vintners Federation of Ireland and Denyse Campbell, president of the Irish Hotels Federation joined the Last Word to discuss.
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With energy costs increasing, how can companies justify increasing a basic standing charge?
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With energy costs increasing, how can companies justify increasing a basic standing charge?
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With energy costs increasing, how can companies justify increasing a basic standing charge?
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One of the biggest televised events of the decade took place today, the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II.
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One of the biggest televised events of the decade took place today, the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II.
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One of the biggest televised events of the decade took place today, the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II.
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Where can you get the best value for your money on a getaway this winter? Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word for her best picks for 2022 winter travel breaks!
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Where can you get the best value for your money on a getaway this winter? Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word for her best picks for 2022 winter travel breaks!
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Where can you get the best value for your money on a getaway this winter? Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word for her best picks for 2022 winter travel breaks!
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Did David Beckham que for 12 hours to greet the queens coffin?
Aoife Barry and Kieran Cunningham join Matt to go over this weeks trending stories.
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Charlie Weston, personal finance editor Irish Independent, joins Matt to discuss the rise in home insurance, ESBs massive profits and BOI to open on Saturdays in an attempt to gain Ulster Bank customers.
Should the legacy of the British Empire be celebrated?
Maya Jassanoff, Coolidge Professor of History, Harvard University joins Matt to discuss just that.
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Should the legacy of the British Empire be celebrated?
Maya Jassanoff, Coolidge Professor of History, Harvard University joins Matt to discuss just that.
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Charlie Weston, personal finance editor Irish Independent, joins Matt to discuss the rise in home insurance, ESBs massive profits and BOI to open on Saturdays in an attempt to gain Ulster Bank customers.
Charlie Weston, personal finance editor Irish Independent, joins Matt to discuss the rise in home insurance, ESBs massive profits and BOI to open on Saturdays in an attempt to gain Ulster Bank customers.
Should the legacy of the British Empire be celebrated?
Maya Jassanoff, Coolidge Professor of History, Harvard University joins Matt to discuss just that.
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With the latest energy bill increases kicking in at the start of October, how can we reduce our consumption to soften the blow?
Andy O’Donoghue, Dr. Tara Shine and Tom Halpin joined the Last Word to discuss.
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With the latest energy bill increases kicking in at the start of October, how can we reduce our consumption to soften the blow?
Andy O’Donoghue, Dr. Tara Shine and Tom Halpin joined the Last Word to discuss.
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With the latest energy bill increases kicking in at the start of October, how can we reduce our consumption to soften the blow?
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The founder of clothing company Patagonia has decided to put future company profits towards fighting climate change saying 'Earth is now our only shareholder'.
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The founder of clothing company Patagonia has decided to put future company profits towards fighting climate change saying 'Earth is now our only shareholder'.
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The founder of clothing company Patagonia has decided to put future company profits towards fighting climate change saying 'Earth is now our only shareholder'.
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'Moonage Daydream' is a new music documentary following the life of David Bowie, directed by Brett Morgan who is also credited to 'Montage Of Heck', a fantastic Kurt Cobain documentary released in 2015.
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'Moonage Daydream' is a new music documentary following the life of David Bowie, directed by Brett Morgan who is also credited to 'Montage Of Heck', a fantastic Kurt Cobain documentary released in 2015.
Brian Lloyd joined the Last Word to discuss.
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'Moonage Daydream' is a new music documentary following the life of David Bowie, directed by Brett Morgan who is also credited to 'Montage Of Heck', a fantastic Kurt Cobain documentary released in 2015.
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Headaches are extremely common and often are not cause for serious concern. However, not all headaches are the same and some can call for further investigation.
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Headaches are extremely common and often are not cause for serious concern. However, not all headaches are the same and some can call for further investigation.
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Headaches are extremely common and often are not cause for serious concern. However, not all headaches are the same and some can call for further investigation.
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With many in the UK still mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth in the build up to her funeral, many businesses are deciding on what should be done on the day to show respect for the late queen.
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With many in the UK still mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth in the build up to her funeral, many businesses are deciding on what should be done on the day to show respect for the late queen.
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With many in the UK still mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth in the build up to her funeral, many businesses are deciding on what should be done on the day to show respect for the late queen.
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The Commission on Taxation and Welfare report has made a number of tax proposals to government, which includes the removal of tax relief on health insurance premiums.
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The Commission on Taxation and Welfare report has made a number of tax proposals to government, which includes the removal of tax relief on health insurance premiums.
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The Commission on Taxation and Welfare report has made a number of tax proposals to government, which includes the removal of tax relief on health insurance premiums.
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In one of the more distressing stories of the year, Dublin man Tony Dempsey's body was left in a room in a flat for over a week before it was brought to the attention of authorities.
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In one of the more distressing stories of the year, Dublin man Tony Dempsey's body was left in a room in a flat for over a week before it was brought to the attention of authorities.
Conor Lally, security & crime editor of the Irish Times joined the Last Word to discuss.
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In one of the more distressing stories of the year, Dublin man Tony Dempsey's body was left in a room in a flat for over a week before it was brought to the attention of authorities.
Conor Lally, security & crime editor of the Irish Times joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Joe Biden has pledged to half cancer deaths over the next 25 years. Does this promise mimic that of of a fictional character from a much loved American political drama?
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Joe Biden has pledged to half cancer deaths over the next 25 years. Does this promise mimic that of of a fictional character from a much loved American political drama?
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Joe Biden has pledged to half cancer deaths over the next 25 years. Does this promise mimic that of of a fictional character from a much loved American political drama?
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It is one of the biggest disappointments for music fans when an artist has to cancel concert dates, but is often necessary. Why has popular English singer and songwriter Sam Fender decided to cancel his remaining tour dates?
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It is one of the biggest disappointments for music fans when an artist has to cancel concert dates, but is often necessary. Why has popular English singer and songwriter Sam Fender decided to cancel his remaining tour dates?
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It is one of the biggest disappointments for music fans when an artist has to cancel concert dates, but is often necessary. Why has popular English singer and songwriter Sam Fender decided to cancel his remaining tour dates?
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Photo sharing social media app 'Be Real' is shooting up the charts. But what exactly is it and how does it differ to other social media apps?
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Photo sharing social media app 'Be Real' is shooting up the charts. But what exactly is it and how does it differ to other social media apps?
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Photo sharing social media app 'Be Real' is shooting up the charts. But what exactly is it and how does it differ to other social media apps?
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King Charles made a his first official visit as King to Northern Ireland today. What did this involve and who was in attendance?
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King Charles made a his first official visit as King to Northern Ireland today. What did this involve and who was in attendance?
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King Charles made a his first official visit as King to Northern Ireland today. What did this involve and who was in attendance?
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Reports of considerable concern have arisen from schools on the affordability of energy resources this winter for students during the academic term.
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Reports of considerable concern have arisen from schools on the affordability of energy resources this winter for students during the academic term.
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Reports of considerable concern have arisen from schools on the affordability of energy resources this winter for students during the academic term.
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All anyone seems to be talking about is how great Garth Brooks was over the weekend, or how much they're looking forward to going this week!
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All anyone seems to be talking about is how great Garth Brooks was over the weekend, or how much they're looking forward to going this week!
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All anyone seems to be talking about is how great Garth Brooks was over the weekend, or how much they're looking forward to going this week!
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There is plenty of coverage on the aftermath of the queen's death and related programming being broadcast in the build up to her funeral, but what parts of it are worth watching?
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There is plenty of coverage on the aftermath of the queen's death and related programming being broadcast in the build up to her funeral, but what parts of it are worth watching?
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There is plenty of coverage on the aftermath of the queen's death and related programming being broadcast in the build up to her funeral, but what parts of it are worth watching?
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After a weekend of massive ques and missed flights for Aer Lingus customers, our travel expert Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word to break down what actually happened. Also, a list of travel bucket list items for inspiration on your next holiday.
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After a weekend of massive ques and missed flights for Aer Lingus customers, our travel expert Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word to break down what actually happened. Also, a list of travel bucket list items for inspiration on your next holiday.
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After a weekend of massive ques and missed flights for Aer Lingus customers, our travel expert Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word to break down what actually happened. Also, a list of travel bucket list items for inspiration on your next holiday.
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It's an usual scene in Wentworth as the stand off between PGA and LIV golfers continues.
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It's an usual scene in Wentworth as the stand off between PGA and LIV golfers continues.
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It's an usual scene in Wentworth as the stand off between PGA and LIV golfers continues.
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With hundreds of thousands of tickets sold for Garth Brooks in Croke Park this weekend and next, many people who aren't attending may be wondering what makes Garth Brooks so special?
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With hundreds of thousands of tickets sold for Garth Brooks in Croke Park this weekend and next, many people who aren't attending may be wondering what makes Garth Brooks so special?
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With hundreds of thousands of tickets sold for Garth Brooks in Croke Park this weekend and next, many people who aren't attending may be wondering what makes Garth Brooks so special?
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With the world paying their respects after the passing of Queen Elizabeth, is it ok at the same time to have a fair but realistic conversation about the future of the British monarch?
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Renowned best selling British author, Robert Harris joined the Last Word to discuss his latest novel, 'Act Of Oblivion'.
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Renowned best selling British author, Robert Harris joined the Last Word to discuss his latest novel, 'Act Of Oblivion'.
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Renowned best selling British author, Robert Harris joined the Last Word to discuss his latest novel, 'Act Of Oblivion'.
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Roe McDermott joined the Last Word for an update on the 'Don't Worry Darling' drama, and a breakdown of 'See How They Run', Saoirse Ronan's new movie.
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Roe McDermott joined the Last Word for an update on the 'Don't Worry Darling' drama, and a breakdown of 'See How They Run', Saoirse Ronan's new movie.
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Roe McDermott joined the Last Word for an update on the 'Don't Worry Darling' drama, and a breakdown of 'See How They Run', Saoirse Ronan's new movie.
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Many of us are looking forward to seeing Garth Brooks in Croke Park at some point over the next week and a half, but have we taken into consideration the carbon footprint that will be left behind by this massive run, not to mention Garth Brooks private jet travel?
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Many of us are looking forward to seeing Garth Brooks in Croke Park at some point over the next week and a half, but have we taken into consideration the carbon footprint that will be left behind by this massive run, not to mention Garth Brooks private jet travel?
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Many of us are looking forward to seeing Garth Brooks in Croke Park at some point over the next week and a half, but have we taken into consideration the carbon footprint that will be left behind by this massive run, not to mention Garth Brooks private jet travel?
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It can be difficult to determine if a child has asthma at a young age. So what are the signs to look out for?
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It can be difficult to determine if a child has asthma at a young age. So what are the signs to look out for?
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It can be difficult to determine if a child has asthma at a young age. So what are the signs to look out for?
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Electric cars are becoming more and more popular, but is there value in selling or purchasing a second hand electric vehicle?
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Electric cars are becoming more and more popular, but is there value in selling or purchasing a second hand electric vehicle?
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Electric cars are becoming more and more popular, but is there value in selling or purchasing a second hand electric vehicle?
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Today the Government announced a new 'reduce your use' energy campaign, which goes as far as to suggest local authorities should reconsider putting up Christmas lights this December.
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Today the Government announced a new 'reduce your use' energy campaign, which goes as far as to suggest local authorities should reconsider putting up Christmas lights this December.
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Today the Government announced a new 'reduce your use' energy campaign, which goes as far as to suggest local authorities should reconsider putting up Christmas lights this December.
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Interest rates on mortgages are set to rise by as high 0.75%, following on from the first increase in July of 0.5%.
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Interest rates on mortgages are set to rise by as high 0.75%, following on from the first increase in July of 0.5%.
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Interest rates on mortgages are set to rise by as high 0.75%, following on from the first increase in July of 0.5%.
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Garth Brooks' huge 5 night run at Croke Park is nearly upon us! What do John Caddell and Dee Reddy have to say about the madness?
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Donald Trump has called Joe Biden's most recent speech 'the most vicious, hateful and divisive speech ever delivered by an American president'. Is the pot calling the kettle black?
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Donald Trump has called Joe Biden's most recent speech 'the most vicious, hateful and divisive speech ever delivered by an American president'. Is the pot calling the kettle black?
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Donald Trump has called Joe Biden's most recent speech 'the most vicious, hateful and divisive speech ever delivered by an American president'. Is the pot calling the kettle black?
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A memo is due to go to cabinet which will suggest new energy saving measures for the public sector, one of which will suggest turning down the temperature in public buildings.
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A memo is due to go to cabinet which will suggest new energy saving measures for the public sector, one of which will suggest turning down the temperature in public buildings.
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A memo is due to go to cabinet which will suggest new energy saving measures for the public sector, one of which will suggest turning down the temperature in public buildings.
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Instagram's parent company, 'Meta', are no strangers to controversy over breaches of privacy. What is the latest issue to surface?
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Instagram's parent company, 'Meta', are no strangers to controversy over breaches of privacy. What is the latest issue to surface?
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Instagram's parent company, 'Meta', are no strangers to controversy over breaches of privacy. What is the latest issue to surface?
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A number of controversial decisions in recent games have put the reliability of referees and VAR into question in the Premier League.
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A number of controversial decisions in recent games have put the reliability of referees and VAR into question in the Premier League.
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A number of controversial decisions in recent games have put the reliability of referees and VAR into question in the Premier League.
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'The Lord of the Rings' spin off, 'The Rings Of Power', is available to stream now. But why do all of the hobbits seem to have Irish accents?
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With the rising cost of living, adults looking for a getaway in Ireland this autumn may be reluctant to reach too far in their pockets. So our travel expert Sarah Slattery has curated a list of the best deals available right now for an affordable Irish break!
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With the rising cost of living, adults looking for a getaway in Ireland this autumn may be reluctant to reach too far in their pockets. So our travel expert Sarah Slattery has curated a list of the best deals available right now for an affordable Irish break!
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With the rising cost of living, adults looking for a getaway in Ireland this autumn may be reluctant to reach too far in their pockets. So our travel expert Sarah Slattery has curated a list of the best deals available right now for an affordable Irish break!
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The weekend of Electric Picnic has come to and end, topped off by the Arctic Monkeys' performance on Sunday night. What did our very own Pamela Joyce make of the late summer festivities?
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The weekend of Electric Picnic has come to and end, topped off by the Arctic Monkeys' performance on Sunday night. What did our very own Pamela Joyce make of the late summer festivities?
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The weekend of Electric Picnic has come to and end, topped off by the Arctic Monkeys' performance on Sunday night. What did our very own Pamela Joyce make of the late summer festivities?
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We are closing in on the start date of one of the most controversial World Cups of all time, taking place in Qatar. David Beckham has appeared in a promotional video for Qatar tourism, but why is this potentially problematic?
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It's a change that is becoming more and more possible, but are we actually prepared for a united Ireland?
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With Leaving Cert results finally out it is important for students to be aware of all other options available to them if not satisfied with their points.
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Germany's nine euro train tickets have saved almost 2 tonnes of emissions. Should we look at doing something similar in Ireland?
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One of the most anticipated cinematic releases of the year is here, Michael Flatley's directorial debut, 'Blackbird'.
Is it any good?
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A shocking video has surfaced of a referee being knocked to the ground at a GAA match in Roscommon.
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Children returning to school can very easily cause a spike in viral infections. What can we do to minimise this risk?
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Aislinn Mahon, Head of Growth and Operations at Huckletree and Jen Hogan, Irish Times parenting columnist join Matt to discuss whether or not parents should have more flexibility working from home as kids return to school.
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Charlie Weston joins Matt to discuss how you can make your home more energy efficient this winter.
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Dee Reddy joins Matt to discuss the latest Bono memoir.
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Have you heard about the recent payment technologies failing?
Andy O’Donoghue, tech journalist, joins Matt to discuss just this!
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Dee Reddy and John Caddell join Matt to discuss the latest in music!
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Brid Smith - People Before Profit TD for Dublin South Central and Billy Kelleher - Fianna Fáil MEP for Ireland South join Matt to discuss the upcoming Shannon LNG development and just how necessary they believe it is.
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Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Marion McKeone, US Corr, Business Post join Matt to discuss Bidens latest warnings.
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Have you seen this? People are now being refused entry for wearing a tracksuit.
Una Mullally, Irish Times columnist and Ollie Grimes, Owner of the Snug in Skerries join Matt to discuss their views on this.
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Collie Ennis - Research Associate in Zoology at Trinity College joins Matt to tell us about the new spider variant!
Just a heads up, it's pretty scary.
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Fancy a cheeky trip away? We've got you covered!
Sarah Slattery, thetravelexpert.ie joins Matt to discuss Autumn city breaks.
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Have you heard Vogue Williams has a new show coming out?
You can find out about that and so much more in our weekly tv and streaming slot.
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Helen Vaughan, psychotherapist at Maynooth counselling joins Matt to dicuss how you can talk to your kids about returning to school.
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Aoife McEvilly, chairperson, commission for regulation of utilities joins Matt to discuss new protections coming in this winter.
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Aoife Moore and Mick Clifford sit down with Matt to give you the weekly lowdown on what's trending this week.
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Jen Hogan, Parenting Columnist with the Irish Times and Dr Seaneen Sloan, Assistant Professor at the UCD School of Education and lead researcher of the report join Matt to discuss the latest report on Junior infants lacking in 'everyday skills'
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Charlie Weston joins Matt to chat all thing mortgages
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Jack Horgan Jones, Political reporter with the Irish Times and Don Moore, Chair of the Irish Academy of Engineering. Energy and Climate action committee and former head of ESB international join Matt to discuss the energy charge crisis.
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Dermot Whelan and Dave Moore from 'Dermot & Dave' join Matt to discuss how they met, some funny stories and where they're going.
Will they last another 20 years?
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Dee Reddy and John Caddell join Matt for their weekly music round up.
Things get pretty heated with the weekly picks.
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Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Marion McKeone, US Corr, Business Post Join Matt for their weekly US segment.
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Andy O'Donoghue joins Matt to discuss back to school road safety tech
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Michael Gillespie, general secretary, Teachers Union of Ireland and Niamh Murray, principal, Rutland National School join Matt to discuss the latest teacher crisis.
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Joe O'Shea and Grace McKeever, entertainment.ie join Matt to fill you in on all the latest tv happenings.
They even deep dive into the return of 'The Rose Of Tralee'
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Jim White and Phil McNulty, co-authors of Red On Red join Matt to discuss their latest book release.
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Playwriter Jimmy Murphy and musician and historian Paddy Cullivan join Matt to discuss Michael Collins on his 100-year anniversary.
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Fancy a cheeky trip away?
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Could reducing electricity demand during peak hours be a solution to avoiding blackouts this winter?
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With Ireland becoming more diverse everyday, it is clear immigration is contributing to Irish sport in an extremely positive way.
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Calls for transport police and a night out with Finland's Prime Minister, Lorcan Nyhan and Roe McDermott joined the Last Word to discuss the Week Trending.
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What is the possibility of the Glazer family selling their majority shares in Manchester United Football Club?
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It's not unusual for musicians to cross over into the acting world, and we can now see Imelda May making her acting debut in the new 'Fisherman's Friend' sequel.
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Golfing is one of the world's most popular pass times, but what affect are golf courses having on the environment?
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We all worry about being told we have high blood pressure, but more people actually display symptoms of having low blood pressure. What does this mean?
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Recent assaults on staff and passengers on public transport have renewed calls for a dedicated transport Garda unit to ensure safety.
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'Gone With The Wind' is considered a Hollywood classic, but how has it affected US politics?
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We're joined this week for the Culture Club by 'Walking Dead' and 'Vikings' actor Pollyanna McIntosh to discuss music, movies and more!
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ICS have effectively taken a step back from the mortgage market by deciding to offer only two and a half time a borrowers salary. Will the big banks make a killing on mortgages as a result?
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More than 12 healthcare staff a day are subjected to physical, verbal or even sexual assaults, a new report has said.
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Former US president Donald Trump has scrapped his plans to visit Doonbeg, Co. Clare!
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The biggest selling animated band of all time, 'Gorillaz' are set to play Dublin Wednesday night!
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With schools returning in a couple of weeks time, Andy O'Donoghue joined the Last Word to discuss his picks for the best back to school tech available.
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Have you ever been a victim of or witness to anti-social behaviour on public transport in Ireland?
Charlie Taylor joined the Last Word to discuss his recent experience on Dublin's Luas.
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'House Of The Dragon', HBO's Game Of Thrones spin off starts this weekend. Can it possibly live up to the massive hype of the original series?
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What is the point of having laws if they are never enforced? 11 out of 22 local authorities across Ireland have issued 0 fines for dog fouling this year.
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Schools will be back soon, and for anyone who's already been on their Summer holidays, it's a great time now to start looking ahead to the mid term break. Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word with some fantastic mid-term holiday deals!
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The race to replace Boris Johnson as Prime Minister is in full pursuit. Meanwhile the British economy sits stagnant with bills rising to frightening new heights.
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ICS Mortgages have announced they will now cap loans at 2 ½ times the borrower's salary, as apposed to the traditional 3½ times cap.
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After a week of heatwave action, it's time to look back on the biggest trending stories around the world.
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Why is public transport in Ireland still so unsafe?
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There is no longer a single place on Earth where rainwater is safe to drink.
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Most of us have experience heartburn in our lives. What brings it on and how can it be avoided?
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The bizarre story of the investigation into Donald Trump continues as the former president exercises his 5th amendment rights, refusing to answer questions from prosecutors.
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The average national rent has hit €1,618, up about 12.6% this year, an all time high.
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€25 million has been announced by Sport Ireland in funding for sporting bodies around the country, however 4 key objectives have been set out alongside it, one of which states sporting boards must hit 40% female representation by 2023.
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The FBI have raided Donald's Trump's private office in Florida, leading to Trump supporters protesting outside of Mar-A-Lago house.
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Olivia Newton-John has sadly passed away at the age of 73 and Kasabian are set to release a new album.
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It's not the first place that comes to mind when you think 'family holiday', but Dubai offers some fantastic and extremely accessible options for families looking for a great year round sun holiday.
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In an effort to make users feel more secure, Whatsapp has announced an update to it's privacy features.
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There's a lot to catch up on in the world of soccer as the Premier League kicks off with a bang!
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Over the last 16 years 1 in 5 pubs have closed, the majority of which are in rural Ireland. Why is this happening?
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Sandy Hook conspiracy theorist loses defamation case, and Lidl workers can now push retirement to 70 years of age.
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A report has suggested house prices could become more affordable if we reduce the size of public spaces and gardens in housing estates. Would this really help?
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It's Brad Pitt's latest action offering : 'Bullet Train'. Is it any good?
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Why are cars sporting 'bull bars' so dangerous?
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Is your elbow hurting after spending time on the golf or tennis court? You could have tennis or golfer's elbow!
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Should GAA players be allowed to move freely between clubs or will the GAA clamp down on transfers with stricter rules?
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Could we see an Irish language film win an Oscar in 2023? 'An Cailín Ciúin' has been announced as Ireland's entry for Best International Feature at next year's Oscars.
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Do you enjoy saving money at the supermarket with vouchers? Charlie Weston says you might still be overspending, on our week Personal Finance spot!
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Is it the right time for Nancy Pelosi to be in Taiwan or does her visit just contribute to global tensions?
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Beyoncé's latest album 'Renaissance' has come under fire after an ableist slur was included on one of the tracks.
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Minister for transport Hildegarde Naughton has written to the DAA over the poor hygiene standards currently in place at Dublin Airport.
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We're living in the era of remote work, and tech that makes the experience more comfortable is becoming more and more important.
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Who came out on top in the wagatha Christie trial?
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Our very own Pamela Joyce and Dee Reddy join Matt to Discuss Beyoncé’s latest album drop.
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According to a new book Meghan and Harry’s relationship with the royals has gone downhill his the release of their Oprah interview.
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We have all experienced dizziness in one form or another, but when is it serious?
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Builders of defective apartments during the Celtic Tiger era will not be penalised, according to a new report.
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A new movie set in and made in Ireland, 'Joyride' starring Olivia Coleman is being released in theatres this week, is it worth the watch?
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Emission reduction targets have been agreed and will see a cut back in sectors to reach the projected figures, with agriculture set at 25%.
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Minister for Justice Helen McEntee joined the Last Word to discuss a newly proposed bill that seeks to strengthen the law on consent in Ireland.
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What percentage of holiday makers are going abroad with travel insurance? Is it more important to have it now than ever?
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Chrysta Bilton is the author of incredible memoir 'Normal Family : On Truth, Love and How I Met My 35 Siblings', which outlines the discovery of her unusual origin.
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Thinking of investing in smart tech for your home?
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Are Las Vegas residencies practically retirement homes for musicians? Will this be the case for U2?
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A Garda who has admitted to coercively controlling his girlfriend while terminally ill has received 3 years and 3 months in prison.
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A decision has been made by the government to double fines for motorists who commit unacceptable driving offences. Why is this?
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A new reality dating show is being called a 'Love Island' for middle aged parents.
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News was confirmed at the weekend that legendary Kilkenny senior hurling manager Brian Cody is retiring. But who will take his place?
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Should employers be offering paid compassionate leave for the death of a pet?
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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.
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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.
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Author Patrick Radden Keefe joins Matt to discuss his new book 'Rogues' true stories about grifters, killers, rebels and crooks.
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Is cattle reduction the answer to our environmental problems? John Gibbins joins Matt in studio to discuss just that.
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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?
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We are delighted to be joined on the Last Word by author Louise Kennedy. Her fantastic debut novel is called 'Trespasses'.
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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?
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What are the consequences of Ukrainian exports being blocked and reduced massively as a result of the war?
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We were joined on the Last Word for an extensive interview by Tánaiste Leo Varadkar to discuss climate change, inflation and more.
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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.
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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?
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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!
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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.
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A new movie on Prince Andrew, and a show on how to design a sex room.
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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.
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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.
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With an array of issues going on at Dublin Airport these days, is there a way you can avoid lost luggage?
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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.
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Michael Flatley's delayed and highly anticipated directorial debut, and Florence Pugh's outfit controversy.
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With exceptional weather forecast for this weekend, how can you ensure your pet is safe during the heatwave?
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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.
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With temperatures predicted to hit 32 degrees by Monday, how can you best avoid heatstroke?
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The latest adaptation of Jane Austin's 'Persuasion' goes straight to Netflix this week. Is it any good?
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Temperatures are reaching record highs across Europe. How dangerous and significant is this?
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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.
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The number of bags being lost coming into Dublin airport every day has risen significantly. Why is this?
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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.
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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!
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Is there a push happening against Joe Biden running for a second term?
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The biggest events in online shopping, 'Amazon Prime Day' has arrived!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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A potential dream holiday destination, we're going to the Maldives this week for the Last Word on travel .
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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?
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After Boris Johnson's indication of his intent to step down, the question is who will replace him?
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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
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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?
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Is animal free meat the next big step for sustainably produced food products?
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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?
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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.
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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?
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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?
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It looks like yet another household name in music is enjoying a new lease of life as a result of Stranger Things!
This and lots more on our weekly music spot with Dave Hanratty and Dee Reddy.
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A suspect has been arrested in relation to the horrific 4th of July mass shooting in Chicago which saw 6 killed and 24 injured.
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'Digital dementia' is the phenomenon that is seeing us transfer our memory over to our smartphone by constantly relying on reminders and calendars to organise our day. Is this making us more forgetful?
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Flight prices are set to rise significantly in the near future, but is there a bright side to the inflation?
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After announcing the budget will take place on the 27th of September, the government has provided a 'Summer Economic Statement', indicating how much money it is prepared to spend.
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Television stations in the UK will be allowed to show longer add breaks in an effort to combat competition from streaming services, and Ronan Keating's son has entered Love Island!
Jenn and Joe joined the Last Word for our weekly TV and Streaming spot.
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Is South Africa suitable for a family holiday or is it somewhere you should avoid with young children? Our travel expert Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word to discuss the ins and outs of a South African holiday.
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Ian Guider is in for Matt this week and today he's joined by Charlie Weston and Dr Dorothea Dowling to discuss whether or not the price of your car and home insurance could be dropping.
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Ian's in for Matt this week and today he discusses whether or not Putin would have invaded Ukraine if he were a woman. Apparently not according to Boris Johnson.
Kieran Cunningham and Laura Byrne join him to delve deep into today's trending topics.
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Ian Guider is in for Matt this week and today he's joined by Christina Finn and Niall Collins to discuss budgeting.
They cover everything from childcare measures to electricity costs.
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A full review is being launched on the case of the murder of Sophie Toscan Du Plantier in December of 1996. What exactly does this involve and what is the objective?
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With Hollywood currently obsessed with sequels and reboots, it's no surprise that we're getting yet another Minions movie.
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A new study suggests people who spend their time taking 'selfies', are less connected to the natural world. Is there any truth in this?
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GP surgeries are currently extremely busy, leading to a lack of available slots for patients trying to make appointments. What should you do if unable to get an appointment?
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Writers of character references for sex offenders may be called to attend court for cross examination in the future.
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Evidence has been shown that Donald Trump had planned on attending and leading the march on Capitol Hill in January 2021.
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With many students about to beginning third level education, and many others returning for another year, a sharp rise is in costs is a concerning financial matter for parents and students all over the country.
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Early indications of Ghislaine Maxwell's sentence are being discussed as her sentencing trial begins.
Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word for our weekly US spot.
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With gigs on constantly at the moment, there's no shortage of topics to discuss this week on our weekly music spot with John Caddell and Claire Beck.
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Since the beginning of the issues in Dublin Airport this year, there have been calls for the Defense Forces to get involved in smoothing out delays caused by staff shortages. It has been announced that the army are to be put on standby to take up such responsibilities if necessary, but will it and should it happen?
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Keeping optimistic about having good weather this summer, Andy O'Donoghue is back for part 2 on the best tech for hosting your summer barbeques this year!
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With a multitude of flights being cancelled, what are you entitled to if you find yourself grounded while travelling?
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It's time to set you up for the week with our TV and streaming spot!
Joe and Jenn joined the Last Word to discuss their picks for you to enjoy this week.
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The US supreme court have made a decision today that many are calling a step backwards for the rights of women in America.
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It is a well known fact that there is a major shortage of affordable homes in Ireland. Could existing empty homes be a solution to this issue?
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The quick witted Mick Lynch, fines for urinating in the sea, some bad publicity for Dublin and a creepy new Amazon Alexa feature.
This and more on the Week Trending with Dave Hanratty and Brianna Parkins.
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An Elvis Presley biopic is finally hitting theatres, but should we buy into the hype?
Roe McDermott joined the Last Word to discuss all of the latest movie releases.
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Karin Slaughter is one of the world's best selling crime writers with over 40 million books sold. Her latest offering is 'Girl Forgotten' and is available now.
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David Gough is a Gaelic football referee from County Meath. He is also the GAA's first openly gay top-level match official.
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If you're spending the money to go away this summer you'd better keep yourself as healthy as possible so you can enjoy it!
Dr. Ilona Duffy joins the Last Word for our weekly health spot.
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4,000 public servants earning over €150,00 per year are about to receive pay increases. Why is this happening?
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A series of rail strikes are taking place across Britain, making a serious impact on many aspects of day to day life in towns and cities. Who is Mick Lynch, the leader of the charge?
Nick Ferrari joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Charlie Weston is back for our weekly personal finance spot, with some good news for Laya Healthcare customers, along with all of the latest on the banks and cost of living crisis.
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Barbeque season is in full swing, so it's only fitting that Andy O’Donoghue fill us in on his tech picks for cooking up a feast this summer.
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Ireland is currently experiencing a major shortage of taxis partially as a result of the pandemic. Would it be wise to allow Uber and Lyft to operate in Ireland to the capacity they do in other countries?
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A bizarre new beef has surfaced in the world of American talk show television involving Stephen Colbert and Tucker Carlson. Catch up with all the latest from the US with Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone.
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Paul McCartney turns 80, Kendrick Lamar to play Glastonbury and Beyoncé releases new music! Not to mention two great picks of the week from John Caddell and Dee Reddy.
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The incredible story of Rose Dugdale, an English Heiress turned Irish Republican is told in Sean O'Driscoll's book 'Heiress, Rebel, Vigilante, Bomber'.
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Meditation has become extremely popular in mainstream wellness culture, but why is it thought of as being so beneficial?
Mediation teacher and author of 'The Truth About Love', Conor Creighton joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Does the world really need a Squid Games reality show? Netflix seem to think so.
Catch up here on the latest in TV and streaming with Jenn and Joe.
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An ancient city in Italy on top of a rocky mountain with lush green valleys below, Matera is a gorgeous holiday destination which was also featured in the most recent James Bond blockbuster.
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Parts of Europe are experiencing extreme heat with record breaking temperatures leading to warnings.
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Riverdance is returning to Dublin after a 2 year Covid hiatus.
Co-founder, John McColgan joined the Last Word to discuss the history of the show, and what audiences can expect.
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Backlash for magazine after Rebel Wilson story, Michael D Higgins both praised and criticised for housing comments, and 'Squid Games' to become a reality show.
These stories and more on the Week Trending with Lorcan Nyhan and Roe McDermott.
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The era of reboots and prequels continues with Disney's latest offering from the Toy Story universe, 'Lightyear'.
Brian Lloyd joined the Last Word to chat about this movie and much more.
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A new study lead by Queen's University in Belfast and Cornell University in the United States has suggested that restoring native predator mammal populations in Ireland could help to keep problematic invasive species in check.
Padraic Fogarty joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Up to 10,000 people a year in Ireland die as a result of coronary heart disease. What preventative measures can be taken and how often should you be visiting your GP for a check up?
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With threats of strike action from Ryanair employees in the near future, will this cause a major disruption to international flights over the summer?
Marketing Director at Ryanair, Dara Brady joined the Last Word to discuss.
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The price of Ryanair flights are to increase significantly over the next few months. How will this effect demand?
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After the president's strong remarks on Ireland's housing crisis, it has been observed that the government's reaction was less than positive.
Gabija Gataveckaite and Dr. Laura Cahillane joined the Last Word to discuss.
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The price of petrol is resulting in road users having to cut back on basic necessities such as food to keep vehicles moving.
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With festival season in full swing, it's time to look ahead at the some of the Irish acts taking to the stage at Glastonbury this summer.
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Donald Trump has blasted the US Capitol riot hearings, calling them a 'mockery of justice' and 'kangaroo court'.
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A new system which should be introduced at the end of 2022 will focus on more thorough screening of anyone who wishes to donate blood, which will include donors being asked for details on their sex life.
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As if from the beginning of a science-fiction movie, a Google engineer has been put on leave after claiming that Google AI has developed sentience.
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Following a brilliant victory for the Republic of Ireland on Saturday over Scotland, the question is whether or not the team can repeat the effort going forward.
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Love Island is back, is it worth talking about this year or not? This and more on our weekly streaming spot with Joe O'Shea and Grace McKeever.
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Following on from our story last week on the rise of cocaine use across the general population, a study has shown a massive increase in treatment for cocaine addiction in Ireland over the last 7 years.
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It's not always possible to plan a holiday months in advance, and with prices on the rise a good deal can be hard to come by! However our travel expert Sarah Slattery is here to save the day with some great summer holiday deals for 2022.
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The world of golf has been thrown into chaos with the beginning of the Liv series in London. What is going on behind the scenes?
Lawrence Donegan joined the Last Word to discuss.
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With inflation at a near 40 year high with the cost of food, energy and other essentials increasing. Could a mini budget be effective in tackling the issue?
Damien English and Pearse Doherty joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Photo opportunities, fake Irish accents and more on the Week Trending.
Mark Paul and Gabija Gatavechkaite joined the Last Word to discuss.
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With the summer months in full swing hay fever is a very common complaint.
Matt is joined by Dr Ilona Duffy on ways to combat the coming months.
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Charlie Weston and Martine Hennessy join Matt to discuss mortgage hikes as ECB to raise interest rates in July.
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This week Matt caught up with John Gibbons to discuss why wildlife should have their own bridges to cross motorways, Pollution compensation and 1m species face extinction.
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Refunds, Rights and Covid, we cover it all in this episode.
Sarah Slattery from travelexpert.ie joined Matt to answer all your traveling questions.
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Are remote hubs the future of work spaces for companies? What are the benefits of transitioning to remote hubs?
Tracy Keogh and Geraldine Herbert joined the Last Word to discuss.
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A new report has found an increase in drug use amongst the general population, with cocaine use rising particularly with young women.
Anne Doyle, Bobby Smyth and Professor Denis Cusack joined the Last Word to discuss.
The saga of KBC and Ulster Bank switching issues continues with delays for thousands of ex-customers.
Charlie Weston joined the Last Word to discuss.
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New findings on 'Long Covid' reveal that up to a fifth of patients are experiencing mental health issues following infection by COVID-19.
Dr Brendan O’Kelly and Norah Casey joined the Last Word to discuss.
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It's officially gig season and John Caddell and Dee Reddy join us to break down the best upcoming events of the summer!
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The January 6th Capital Hill riots are to be televised. What do Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone make of this?
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Universal phone chargers, Apple's 'Pay Later' and a redesign for the Macbook Air. It's a huge week for tech!
Andy O'Donoghue joined the Last Word to discuss.
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A shocking video has surfaced on social media of a group singing a song about the murder of Michaela McAreavey. What is the story behind this deeply disturbing video?
Amanda Ferguson joined the Last Word to discuss.
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With two huge provincial hurling finals coming up, there's a lot to talk about with Jamesie O’Connor and Seamus Hickey ahead of a big hurling weekend.
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Often overlooked, panic attacks are a common and often frightening symptom of anxiety.
Stella O'Malley joined the Last Word to discuss.
After the verdict of the controversial and high profile libel case of Johnny Depp and Amber heard, Jennifer Gannon joined the Last Word to discuss one of the biggest legal moments of the decade.
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Does the concern over the issues at Dublin Airport suggest we still don't get it about climate change?
John Gibbons joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Our courts correspondent Frank Greaney joined us today on the Last Word to give us an update in the high profile Michael Lynn trial. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/06/01215746/FG.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Despite the DAA unveiling a plan to fix the current delays at Dublin Airport, questions are still being asked surrounding the lead up to the problems and how the DAA managed to allow such a huge error to occur. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/06/01175417/DAA-PLAN.mp3"][/audio] CEO of the DAA, Dalton Philips joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
With uncertainty brewing regarding KBC and Ulster Bank's departure from the Irish market and the future of their current customers, we have decided to extend our weekly personal finance spot with Charlie Weston. Also joining us is Daragh Cassidy, Head of Communications at Bonkers.ie. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/06/01172318/LW-PF-LONG.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Since the tragedy that took place in Uvalde, Texas last week, president Joe Biden has vowed to push for gun legislation in the United States. Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/31195709/US-BIDENGLS.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The trials of a comedown form fame for musical artists is often overlooked, but it can be a difficult path for young musicians who become accustomed to the fame they've received early on in their careers. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/31193435/POPSTARS-AFTERLIFE.mp3"][/audio] Nick Duerden, author of 'Exit Stage Left' joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Television and streaming are known for bringing older music to a new audiences. The latest season on 'Stranger Things' has been no exception! [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/31191137/MUSIC3105.mp3"][/audio] John Caddell, Dee Reddy and Amanda Ferguson joined the Last Word for our weekly music spot to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Is it time for a change at Anfield after Liverpool's Champions League defeat to Real Madrid? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/30194503/soccer.mp3"][/audio] Mark Lawrenson and Miguel Delaney joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The end of Claire Byrne Live, the 60th birthday of the Late Late show and Danny Boyle's latest venture on Disney Plus. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/30193258/TV.mp3"][/audio] It's TV and Streaming with Joe and Jenn! Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The situation at Dublin Airport reached a new level yesterday with approximately 1,000 passengers missing flights. How did this happen? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/30191858/LW-POD-AIRPORT.mp3"][/audio] Kevin Cullinane and Ruth Andrews joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Have you considered going on a cruise for this year's summer holiday? What exactly does a cruise offer? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/30190838/LW-PODCAST-TRAVEL-CRUISES.mp3"][/audio] Sarah Slattery joins the Last Word for our weekly travel spot. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Why is it so expensive to hire a car in Ireland compared to the rest of Europe? How will this impact tourism? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/27183205/CAR-HIRE.mp3"][/audio] Geraldine Herbert joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page
Following the tragic events that took place in Texas this week the age old question is being asked, how can the US better handle the threat of school shootings? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/27182124/SCHOOL-SHOOTING-TEXAS.mp3"][/audio] Colum McCann and Lee Keylock joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Passport outrage, diversity in An Garda Síochána, Ricky Gervais backlash and the passing of actor Ray Liotta. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/27175516/LW-PODCAST-WEEK-TRENDING-2705.mp3"][/audio] All of this and more on the Week Trending with Aoife Barry and Eoghan Tomás McDermott. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
36 years later, a sequel to Top Gun has arrived! Undoubtedly one of the biggest releases of the year, is it any good? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/26184745/LW-PODCAST-MOVIES-2605.mp3"][/audio] Roe McDermott joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
How much are rising heat levels affecting our sleep and why is it concerning? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/26183039/ENV.mp3"][/audio] John Gibbons joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Ardal O'Hanlon is an Irish actor, comedian and novelist. His new book is called 'Brouhaha'. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/26175756/LW-PODCAST-ARDAL.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Seeking screening, diagnosis and treatment for STIs can be tough for people all over the world, and as a nation that can still be uncomfortable discussing sex, the Irish are no exception. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/26174320/LW-PODCAST-HEALTH-STIs.mp3"][/audio] Dr. Brian Higgins joined us for our weekly health spot to discuss STIs. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Since last week Ireland is part of the 'Ukraine Contact Group' assembled by the US department of defense. Is this appropriate for a country that is military neutral? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/25190345/LW-PODCAST-RUSSIA-2505.mp3"][/audio] Paul Murphy and Cathal Berry joined the Last Word to discuss.
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Emilie Pine is the No. 1 bestselling author of 'Notes To Self'. Her first novel is called 'Ruth & Pen'. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/25184510/LW-POD-EMILY-PINE-CC.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Boris Johnson evidently believes he should remain as Prime Minister following the release of a damning report by Sue Gray. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/25183131/LW-PODCAST-NICK-FERRARI.mp3"][/audio] Nick Ferrari joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The latest American mass shooting incident in a school has taken place in Uvalde, Texas. The conversation regarding gun laws continues in the United States. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/25182201/LW-PODCAST-US-SPOT.mp3"][/audio] Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Erectile dysfunction affects about 50% of men over the age of 40, but what percentage of men seek out help for this issue? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/25133423/LW-HEALTH-UPDATED1.mp3"][/audio] Dr. Brian Loyd joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The passing of Cathal Coughlan, Bruce Springsteen's return to Ireland and Ed Sheeran's latest collaboration. All of this and more on this week's music spot with John Caddell and Dee Reddy. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/24190955/LW-PODCAST-MUSIC-240522.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The Archbishop of San Francisco has announced he will no longer allow US house speaker Nancy Pelosi to take communion when she attends mass. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/24180445/LW-PODCAST-US-2405.mp3"][/audio] Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Are car advertisements unrealistic to a point that they endanger public health? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/24175425/CAR-ADVERTISING.mp3"][/audio] Dr Lorraine D’Arcy and Jimmy Murphy joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Clearview AI have been fined 7.5 million pounds for illegally collecting images of people all over the world from a variety of websites and social media platforms. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/24173819/LW-PODCAST-TECH-2405.mp3"][/audio] Andy O'Donoghue joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
It's been two year since the murder of George Floyd. But how much do we know about the man himself? Toluse Olurippina, co-author of the new book 'His Name is George Floyd', joined the Last Word to discuss. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/23192522/GEORGE-FLOYD.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
It's time for TV and Streaming with Joe and Jenn! Yes or no to the new Sally Rooney adaptation? Did 'Derry Girls' final series hit the mark? These and more on our weekly TV and Streaming spot! [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/23190243/LW-PODCAST-TV-2305.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
With the cost of hotels around the country sky rocketing, these days even a staycation won't always save you money. Our travel expert Sarah Slattery joins us this week armed with ten deals for the best staycations available that won't break the bank! [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/23185226/LW-POD-TRAVEL-IRELAND.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
We're fast approaching summer festival season! Does rising costs for organisers mean you'll be paying more for your ticket this year? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/20184852/LW-POD-FESTIVALS.mp3"][/audio] Shane Dunne joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Does anti-Irish sentiment linger in the UK? Jake Daniels is the first active footballer to come out as gay, and a Cork shop has halted the sale of Animal Bars! All of this and more as we're joined by Deirdre O’Shaughnessy and Michael Foley for the week trending. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/20173918/LW-POD-WEEK-TRENDING.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Rent for houses and apartments in Ireland are at all time highs, so why are landlords giving up this enormous income? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/20000037/LW-PODCAST-LANDLORDS1.mp3"][/audio] Margaret McCormick and Rebecca Moynihan joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
It's the massively anticipated TV adaptation of Sally Rooney's first book, 'Conversations With Friends'. Has it lived up to the hype? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/19233858/LW-PODCAST-CONVERSATIONS.mp3"][/audio] Aoife Barry and Grace McKeever joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Is letting your beloved pet roam around outside damaging the environment? John Gibbons says it is, in our weekly environment spot. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/19232902/LW-PODCAST-ENVIRONMENT.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Louise O'Neill is one of Ireland's most accomplished cotemporary novelists. We are delighted to have her join us on the Culture Club this week on the Last Word. Her latest book is called 'Idol'. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/18195857/LW-PODCAST-CC-18052.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The craziest trial of the year is coming to a close! [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/18190200/LW-PODCAST-WAGATHA.mp3"][/audio] Jennifer Gannon joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
A Russian soldier pleaded guilty today to shooting a civilian in the first Ukrainian trial over a potential war crime since Russia's invasion. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/18175014/LW-PODCAST-UKRAINE-1805.mp3"][/audio] Bel Trew joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
It is well known that working from home has it's benefits both financially and environmentally. A new report has taken an in depth look at the extent of these benefits. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/18173823/LW-PODCAST-WFH.mp3"][/audio] Mary Connaughton and John Evoy joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Another mass shooting has taken place in America, with this particular incident appearing to be racially charged. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/17194652/LW-PODCAST-USA.mp3"][/audio] Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The cost of hotel rooms in Dublin and other parts of the country have reached extortionate heights. What are the reasons for this? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/17182549/LW-PODCAST-HITEK-ROOMS.mp3"][/audio] Paul Gallagher, Joan Harrington and Ben Finnegan joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
When investing in home security tech, it's important to know exactly what you're buying. Andy O'Donoghue is back on the Last Word to break down the best products available. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/17181518/LW-PODCAST-TECH-TUESDAY-1705.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Tony Cascarino and Miguel Delaney are back to discuss the weekend's premier league action and Liverpool's win of the FA Cup. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/16185044/LW-PODCAST-SOCCER-1605.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
As the weather continues to improve, so do your options for TV and streaming! [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/16184131/LW-PODCAST-TV-1605.mp3"][/audio] Joe O'Shea and Jennifer Gannon joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Our weekly travel spot continues with part two of our Florida special! This week we're focusing in on one of the biggest attractions Orlando has to offer : Disney World. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/16183347/LW-PODCAST-FLORIDA-PART-2.mp3"][/audio] Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Marguerite Penrose is an Irish writer of mixed race. Her first book 'Yeah But Where Are You Really From?', is personal memoir of life in the face of adversity, growing up in a largely white Ireland while struggling with health issues along the way. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/16182411/LW-PODCAST-PENROSE.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined the Last Word to discuss the latest in the world of soccer. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/13183744/football.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The most bizarre celebrity trial of the year continues. 'Wagatha Christie' AKA 'The Spouse Trap'. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/13172723/wagatha.mp3"][/audio] Jennifer Gannon joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Gove criticized for ‘silly voices’, calls for meal deal ban & the iPod Retires. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/13181618/LW-PODCAST-WEEK-TRENDING1.mp3"][/audio] Mick Clifford & Laura Byrne joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The cost of having a place to live is one of the biggest issues facing multiple generations of Irish people. Massive increases in rent price due to a lack of housing availability show no sign of slowing. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/12182024/LW-PODCAST-RENTS.mp3"][/audio] Ronan Lyons, Karl Deeter and Rebecca Moynihan joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
---Steve Thompson's autobiography 'Unforgettable' looks at his premature diagnosis and fight against dementia. Thompson is a rugby World Cup winner as part of one of England's best ever rugby teams. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/12180759/lw-podcast-rugby-dementia.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Coldplay's efforts to 'go green' for their next tour seem to have backfired... [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/12175417/LW-PODCAST-ENVIRONMENT-ooo.mp3"][/audio] John Gibbons joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Testosterone deficiency is a condition that often goes undiagnosed in men despite common visible symptoms. How can it be diagnosed and why is treatment important? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/12173212/LW-PODCAST-HEALTH-1205.mp3"][/audio] Dr. Brian Higgins joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Dogs rescued under the Animal Health and Welfare Act are being held for extended periods of time as evidence in cases relating to the conditions and/or establishment from which they were seized. This is in contrast to dogs seized under the Control of Dogs act which can be rehomed within five days. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/11183824/LW-PODCAST-DOGS.mp3"][/audio] Gillian Bird and Lynn Boylan joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
'The Quiet Girl' as it's known outside of Ireland, has already gained extensive critical acclaim ahead of it's release in cinemas. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/11182749/LW-PODCAST-MOVIE.mp3"][/audio] Director Colm Bairéad joined the Last Word to chat about the new film. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The controversy surrounding the site of the new National Maternity Hospital continues. Who shall own the land, and why does it matter? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/11181312/LW-PODCAST-NMH1.mp3"][/audio] Simon McGarr and Alice Murphy joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy are back to talk the biggest and best releases in the world of music, including a brand new album from hip-hop superstar Kendrick Lamar. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/10185223/LW-PODCAST-MUSIC1.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
An unusual climate change related story has emerged from Las Vegas, USA involving a body in the dessert. That's just one of the several topics up for discussion on our US spot here on the Last Word. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/10180430/LW-PODCAST-US-1005.mp3"][/audio] Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined Matt in studio to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The UN's World Meteorological Organization gave an annual climate update today which warned of a 50/50 chance of the world breaching the guard rail of extremely dangerous climate change. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/10173610/LW-PODCAST-ENVIRONMENT-1005.mp3"][/audio] John Gibbons and Dr. Tara Shine joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
From dash cams to smart mugs, there is a huge amount of handy on the road tech available, but which items are worth the cost? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/10171128/LW-PODCAST-TECH-TUESDAY-1005.mp3"][/audio] Andy O'Donoghue joined the last word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald spoke over the weekend about the potential for a border poll on the issue of national reunification. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/09184250/LW-PODCAST-BORDER.mp3"][/audio] Louise O'Reilly and Neale Richmond joined the Last Word to discuss the pros and cons of this potentially historic event. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The weather can be unreliable these days, so it's always good to have a few great TV and streaming choices in the back pocket! [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/09193213/LW-PODCAST-TV.mp3"][/audio] Pam Joyce and Joe O'Shea join the Last Word for our weekly TV and streaming spot. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Dublin has seen a 20% reduction in public transport fares as of today. This has been previously implemented in other parts of the country and is undoubtedly a positive development for those who use public transport regularly, but is it enough to get commuters out of their cars and onto buses and trains? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/09191233/LW-PODCAST-CHEAP-PT.mp3"][/audio] Anne Graham, Conor Faughnan and Mark Gleeson joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Orlando, Florida is on the bucket list of many travelers and appeals especially to families going on holiday. When travelling to a destination with so much to do, planning is essential! [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/09185904/LW-PODCAST-ORLANDO-TRAVEL-0905.mp3"][/audio] Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word to discuss how best to tackle a trip to Orlando. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
As the Premiere League comes toward a close, who will take the top spot? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/06192336/LW-PODCAST-FOOTBALL.mp3"][/audio] Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
James Elder of UNICEF is in Ukraine observing the evacuation of Mariupol. What has he experienced so far? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/06191158/LW-PODCAST-UKRAINE.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
President Higgins hits out at Musk, simulation of nuclear attack on Ireland condemned, and Glengarriff residents remove statue. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/06190409/LW-PODCAST-WEEK-TRENDING.mp3"][/audio] Pat Fitzpatrick and Roe McDermott joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Between 2004 and 2021 there's been a 60% decline in flying insects on average in Britain. A similar study in Denmark has detected an 80% decline. Why is this dangerous? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/05200846/LW-PODCAST-ENVIRONMENT-0505.mp3"][/audio] John Gibbons joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Ireland is experiencing a shortage in Hormone Replacement Therapy medication. How bad is this shortage currently? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/05194835/LW-PODCAST-HEALTH-0505.mp3"][/audio] Dr. Illona Duffy joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
A new study that looks at injury rates in school rugby in Ireland has found that shoulder injury is the most frequent and severe level of injury in the sport, followed by head, knee and ankle injuries. How can this study help to decrease injury rates in the sport in the future? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/05191520/LW-PODCAST-RUGBY-INJURY.mp3"][/audio] Therese Leahy joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Despite fees for third level education being abolished in the mid 1990's, they were re-introduced at the beginning of the financial crash under the euphemism of 'student contributions'. What is the future of third level fees in Ireland? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/04195608/LW-PODCAST-SIMON-HARRIS.mp3"][/audio] Simon Harris joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
'Pandemonium : Power, Politics and Ireland's Pandemic' is the new book from journalists Hugh O'Connell and Jack Horgan Jones, which takes a detailed look at Ireland's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/04194425/LW-PODCAST-PANDOMONIUM.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
28.5% of tax revenue taken in by the state so far this year came from VAT. Does the government need this percentage of income from VAT and will the latest decrease in VAT rates make any difference with rising prices? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/04192710/LW-PODCAST-PF-0405.mp3"][/audio] Charlie Weston joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Why is a woman's right to choose to have an abortion in the US being called into question and what exactly is Roe Vs Wade? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/03195047/LW-PODCAST-US-0305.mp3"][/audio] Marion McKeone and Cal Thomas joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
As hard as it is to believe, fitness mirrors are getting popular! What are they? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/03193851/LW-PODCAST-TECH-0305.mp3"][/audio] Andy O'Donoghue joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
If you're trying to decide on a destination for this summer's getaway, why not consider Sorrento in Southern Italy? You're guaranteed great weather and some of the most beautiful surroundings in Europe! [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/03192734/LW-PODCAST-TRAVEL-0305.mp3"][/audio] Paul Hackett joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined the Last Word on music to discuss the latest releases including brand new Sigrid and Arcade Fire albums! [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/03191359/LW-PODCAST-MUSIC.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
First up it's Hurling: SHEFFLIN VS CODY AS GALWAY HOST KILKENNY IN THE LEINSTER CHAMPIONSHIP Jamesie O’Connor - Former Clare Hurler and Former Galway manager John McIntyre join Matt to discuss the latest Hurling news and look ahead to the weekend's fixtures. Then it's Football: DUBLIN GET THEIR 2022 CHAMPIONSHIP CAMPAIGN UNDERWAY AGAINST WEXFORD Peter Canavan and Barry Cahill join Matt to discuss the weekend's fixtures.
In the week that Jurgen Klopp signed a contract extension with Liverpool Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino join Matt Cooper to discuss if City will drop any points, and who out of Arsenal or Spurs will get fourth. Plus, the rest of the weekend's action (and that includes Leeds... don't worry Matt!) [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/29192258/LAST-WORD-LAWRO-AND-CASS-290422.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button above.
Author Fergal Tobin discusses his new book 'The Irish Difference: A Tumultuous History of Ireland’s Breakup with Britain', which explores the features and circumstances that led to Irish independence. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/29190336/LAST-WORD-290422-FERGAL-TOBIN-AUTHOR.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button above.
Charlie Weston, personal finance editor of the Irish Independent, joined The Last Word to discuss the news that mortgage borrowing has returned to peak levels. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/29184633/LAST-WORD-290422-CHARLIE-WESTON.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button above.
Gavan Casey, sports journalist with the42.ie joins Matt to discuss the history making boxing clash between multiple World Champ Katie Taylor and challenger Amanda Serrano. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/29183429/LAST-WORD-290422-POD-GAVAN-CASEY.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing either Play button above.
Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with the Irish Daily Star & Gabija Gatavechkaite, Political Reporter with the Irish Independent joined Matt to discuss some of the stories that made headlines this week. The panel covered turf wars, Boris Becker's jail sentence and Piers Morgan's interview with Tyson Fury. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/29175213/TDFM-LW-290422-WEEK-TRENDING.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button above.
John Gibbons joined Matt on The Last Word on his weekly environmental slot looking at heatwaves in India and Pakistan.
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Jim O’Callaghan, Fianna Fáil TD, spoke to Matt on The Last Word about his warnings over an increase in gang violence and unprovoked attacks in Dublin. Conor Lally, crime and security editor, Irish Times and Janet Horner, Green Party councilor for North Inner-City, also discussed the issues faced by many people in recent times.
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There are growing concerns over internet ads aimed at young people self diagnosing with mental health conditions. Dr. Brian Higgins joined the Last Word to discuss. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/28160242/TDFM-LW-280422-BRIAN-HIGGINS-online-audio-converter.com_.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
This week on the Culture Club, Matt was joined by Dr Linda Doyle, the first woman to be elected provost in Trinity College Dublin's 429-year history. She is an engineer, researcher, leader, and advocate for the arts and women in STEM and talked us through her top picks in music, film, podcasting and television. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/27185000/TDFM-LW-2703422-CC.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Ray Goggins, author, Chief Instructor on Ultimate Hell Week and former Irish Army Ranger joined Matt on the Last Word to discuss why people take part in the programme, as well as what the intense physical and mental training entails. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/27182855/TDFM-LW-2703422-ray.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Our Courts Correspondent, Frank Greaney, has details after Patrick Quirke was granted permission to further appeal his conviction for the murder of Bobby Ryan in 2011. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/27175004/TDFM-LW-2703422-FRANK-.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Matt was joined on The Last Word this evening by Richard Guiney, chief executive of Dublin Town and Vinny Kearns, chief executive of NXT Taxis, to discuss the shortage of taxis in Dublin. He raised the question about whether the shortage may deter patrons from heading out during these peak times and if this in turn will affect businesses such as clubs, pubs and restaurants. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/27170506/taxi2022-04-27-16_00_00.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Daniel McConnell caught up with John Caddell and Dee Reddy to chat the latest in music news and releases, including the prospect of two new albums from James Vincent McMorrow in 2022. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/26191647/Music2022-04-26-18_00_00.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Cal and Marion joined Daniel McConnell on the Last Word for our weekly US spot. They discussed whether Donald Trump will return to Twitter after the Elon Musk takeover and also the Amber Heard and Johnny Depp trial. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/26185730/US-with-Cal-and-Marion2022-04-26-17_00_00-1.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Over 25,800 Ukrainians have arrived in Ireland seeking refuge since the beginning of the Russian invasion. Darragh O’Brien, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, spoke to Daniel McConnell on the creation of a cabinet sub-committee to oversee Ukrainian refugee assistance. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/26180408/2022-04-26-17_00-Darragh_00.mp3"][/audio]
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Yesterday, it was confirmed that social network site Twitter is to be sold to billionaire Elon Musk. The sale is reportedly valued at $44 billion. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/26165817/TDFM-LW-260422-andy-tech-online-audio-converter.com_.mp3"][/audio] On this week's Tech Tuesday, Andy O'Donoghue told Daniel McConnell what this could mean for the future of the company and if it will change users' experience. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Daniel McConnell discusses this weeks TV and streaming with Joe O’Shea and Jennifer Gannon, including the return of Piers Morgan, and how 'Stranger Things' season 4 reportedly cost $30 Million Per Episode. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/25190020/2022-04-25-17_00_00.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Daniel McConnell spoke to Deirdre Finnerty about the release of her new book, Bessborough: Three Women, Three Decades, Three Stories of Courage. Terri Harrison, gave her account of her residency in the facility in the 1970's.
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Daniel McConnell was joined by Lara Marlowe, Irish Times Paris Correspondent, to discuss the French Election results. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/25183437/Lara-Marlowe.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Daniel McConnell spoke to Paul Hackett, CEO of Click and Go, about Tenerife, the all-year-round holiday destination. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/25172814/TDFM-LW-250422-TRAVEL-SLOT-online-audio-converter.com_.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
What are the chances the Kinahans could be extradited to Ireland from Dubai? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/22203337/LW-PODCAST-KINAHANS.mp3"][/audio] Keiran Cunningham and Stephen Breen joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
It's been nearly 15 years since the disappearance of Madeleine McCann and a conviction has still not been made. However there has been what appears to be a major development in the form of a new suspect. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/22191325/LW-PODCAST-MM.mp3"][/audio] Brenda Power joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Amanda Brunker and Dave Hanratty joined the Last Word to discuss the biggest stories from the past week. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/22195901/LW-PODCAST-PANEL.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Isaac Stone Fish is the author of 'America Second' and chatted to the Last Word about how China has reached the economic heights it's at today. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/21195722/LW-PODCAST-ISF.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Bill Browder is a CEO and political activist who has been outspoken on issues around Vladimir Putin. He has just released a best seller titled 'Freezing Order'. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/21182033/LW-PODCAST-BB.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Since the war in Ukraine began in late February, the EU has paid Russia more than €35 billion for gas, coal and oil. What does this say about our future dependence on fossil fuels? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/21175817/LW-PODCAST-ENVIRONMENT.mp3"][/audio] John Gibbons joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Eczema is one the most common skin conditions in Ireland, affecting approximately 1 in 5 children and up to 10% of adults. What is the cause and how is it avoided/treated? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/21164741/LW-PODCAST-HEALTH.mp3"][/audio] Dr. Brian Lloyd joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
€600 million is to be spent making the city of Cork more public transport friendly, with 75km of bus lanes and 54km of cycle routes to be built. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/20204512/LW-PODCAST-NNA.mp3"][/audio] Anne Graham joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Why is it that nearly 900,000 people have not yet taken up their offer for a booster vaccine? Is it skepticism or just complacency? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/20182411/TLW-PODCAST-VACCINES.mp3"][/audio] Kingston Mills and Paul Hackett joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
A bill is being discussed that will aim to bring Ireland into line with the EU's work/life balance directive. This will introduce a number benefits to employees including unpaid leave to care for sick children or family members with medical needs as well as the right for parents and carers to request flexible or compressed working hours. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/20180552/TLW-PODCAST-WORK-LIFE-BALANCE.mp3"][/audio] Neil McDonnell and Karen O'Reilly joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Ed Sheeran's massive world tour is kicking off this weekend in Croke Park and it will be the first concert the stadium has seen since before the beginning of the pandemic. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/19205153/Mix-Down.mp3"][/audio] Dee Reddy and Dave Hanratty also discuss the latest and upcoming music releases on the Last Word on Music. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
From Elon Musk to testicle tanning, Cal and Marion join the Last Word for our weekly US spot. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/19183718/190422-TLW-PODCAST-US.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Is your beloved mobile phone a tracking device? Can it be used to listen to your conversations? How much does it know about your location and daily habits? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/19181541/190422-TLW-PODCAST-TECH.mp3"][/audio] Andy O'Donoghue joined the last word to answer these questions and more. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
If you're looking for a staycation this year or even just a day trip, Ireland has a lot to offer including a number of stunning greenway cycle paths! [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/19175723/190422-TLW-PODCAST-TRAVEL_1.mp3"][/audio] Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Elon Musk has decided to make an offer to buy Twitter. Following the news, the Twitter stock price has surprisingly fallen. What does this mean and what are the odds on this deal actually happening? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/14201900/140422-TLW-PODCAST-BUSINESS.mp3"][/audio] Ian Guider joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Scabies is one of the most common skin diseases worldwide. It is very common in young people in their late teens and early twenties. What causes it and how can it be managed? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/14184932/140422-TLW-PODCAST-HEALTH.mp3"][/audio] Dr. Brian Higgins joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Sinead Gleeson is back on the Last Word to discuss 'This Woman's Work', a collaborative collection of music essays curated and edited with iconic musician Kim Gordon. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/13200258/130222-tlw-podcast-sinead-gleeson.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
A man has been arrested in relation to the killing of two men in Sligo which has raised concerns about a potential rise in homophobic assaults. This is among a number of other physical and/or verbal attacks that have taken place across the country recently. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/13192335/130222-TLW-PODCAST-SLIGO.mp3"][/audio] Lisa Connell joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
As KBC advances plans to exit the Republic of Ireland customers are being given 90 days to close their accounts. Is 3 months enough time to get this done or will it cause some major issues? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/13190530/130422-TLW-PODCAST-PF.mp3"][/audio] Charlie Weston joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Ten people were injured by gunshots today at a Brooklyn subway station. What do we know so far? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/12184205/120422-TLW-PODCAST-US.mp3"][/audio] Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
From September 2022 the sale and distribution of turf will be banned. But what are the reasons for this and what exactly will this mean? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/12181540/120422-TLW-PODCAST-TURF.mp3"][/audio] Roisin Garvey and Michael Fitzmaurice joined the last word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The US government has offered a reward in return for information that could lead to the financial disruption of the Kinahan criminal organisation or the arrest and/or conviction of Christopher Vincent Kinahan, Christopher Kinahan or Daniel Joseph Kinahan. A reward of up to 5 million dollars is being offered on the head of each man. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/12175749/120422-TLW-PODCAST-KINAHAN.mp3"][/audio] Conor Lally joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The weather is set to improve over the next few days. Is it time to invest in a piece of wearable tech that will track your fitness stats? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/12171039/120422-TLW-PODCAST-TECH.mp3"][/audio] Andy O'Donoghue joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Rory McIlroy is undoubtedly one of the best golfers in the world, but after celebrating a second place finish at the Masters the question is being asked, will he ever take a Masters top spot? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/11192227/110422-TLW-PODCAST-GOLF-1-online-audio-converter.com_.mp3"][/audio] Keiran Cunningham joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Richie Sadlier is a former professional footballer, who is currently working as an author and psychotherapist. His latest book 'Let's Talk' is aimed at young men aged 15-16. Sadlier believes this is the perfect time to educate males on the importance of consent, sexual health and relationships. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/11190240/110422-TLW-PODCAST-RICHIE-SADLIER-online-audio-converter.com_.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Thousands of Ukrainian refugees have come into the country in recent weeks. Proposed solutions to housing include building modular housing and repurposing holiday homes. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/11183508/110422-TLW-PODCAST-UKRAINE-1-online-audio-converter.com_.mp3"][/audio] Lorcan Sirr and Rebecca Moynihan joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Lisbon is Portugal's capital city, boasting a gorgeous coast line, fantastic food and an incredible culture. There are many ways to see the sights, one of which is by taking a tuk-tuk ride around the city! [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/11181154/110422-TLW-PODCAST-TRAVEL-online-audio-converter.com_.mp3"][/audio] Sarah Slattery joined the Last Word to chat all things Lisbon. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Harlan Coben has written 33 novels and is one of the world's most prolific writers. He is also now a Netflix producer with many of his books being adapted into series for the streaming platform. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/08191541/HARLAN.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
An Irish MEP praised on Russian TV, 'Hand of God' jersey up for sale, Ed Sheeran's lawsuit and more. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/08190406/WEEK-TRENDING.mp3"][/audio] Aoife Barry and Mark Paul joined the Last Word to discuss the week trending. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The Harry Potter series continues with the latest installment of 'Fantastic Beasts'. Is it worth seeing? Brian Lloyd and Deirdre Molumby join the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
It's been reported that Ireland has more searches for the game 'Wordle' per capita than any other country. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/07181514/070422-TLW-PODCAST-WORDLE.mp3"][/audio] Edel Coffey joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
1 in 10 people suffer with Rosacea, a chronic inflammatory condition associated with redness across the central face. Why does it happen and how can it be managed? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/07180225/070422-TLW-PODCAST-HEALTH.mp3"][/audio] Dr. Brian Higgins joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Images from Bucha following Russia's retreat from the city have lead to increased calls for an investigation into alleged Russian war crimes. How likely is this to happen and what is involved? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/07174804/070422-TLW-PODCAST-BRENDAN-ROOK_1.mp3"][/audio] Brendan Rook joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Grocery inflation has reached 3.7 per cent, and will continue to climb in the next few weeks. The cost of food is being driven up as a result of the war in Ukraine. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/06203011/060422-tlw-podcast-FINANCE-online-audio-converter.com_.mp3"][/audio] Siobhan Maguire joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Hannah Walker Brown, author of 'A Delicate Game' joined the Last Word to speak about acquired brain injury through sport and the development of degenerative conditions as a result of consistent injury. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/06200301/060422-tlw-podcast-HW-online-audio-converter.com_.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy made an address to the Dáil saying he is grateful for every citizen of Ireland. The president also called for the Irish government to push for even more rigid sanctions against Russia. This was met largely with applause, bar four People Before Profit TDs who stood but did not applaud. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/06194132/060422-tlw-podcast-ukraine-online-audio-converter.com_.mp3"][/audio] Richard Boyd Barret and Neale Richmond joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
This week for the Culture Club we were joined by Irish fashion designer and artist, Paul Costelloe. He is currently involved with the Incognito Event on behalf of the Jack and Jill Foundation.
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for Russia to be removed from the UN Security Council. The US plans to push for Russia's suspension from the UN Human Rights Council but will not push for their suspension from the security council. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/05184536/TLW-PODCAST-USA.mp3"][/audio] Cal Thomas and Marion McKeown joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The Census form people in Ireland have received over the last couple of weeks has to be filled out on Sunday night. The census is a count of a population at a particular point in time, over 5,000 enumerators have been travelling around the country ensuring they are filled in. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/01163738/0104census.mp3"][/audio] Eileen Murphy, Head of Census Administration joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
There is news today that the electricty provider Airtricity has hiked its electricity costs by 24% and gas by 32%. Across Europe inflation has hit a record high which is impacting the cost of living. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/01172349/0104fuel.mp3"][/audio] Susanne Rogers, research and policy analyst, Social Justice Ireland, Dr Frances Ruane, economist & former director of ESRI joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
People Before Profit TD Richard Boyd Barrett was followed on Instagram by Bella Hadid this week. The star shared a post by Barrett about how the Irish government had provided €88 million funding for horse racing and only €30 million for domestic violence refuges. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/04/01170550/0104Trending.mp3"][/audio] Roe McDermott, Irish Times Columnist, & film critic with Hot Press and Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training, Communications Clinic joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
More than a month after the conflict in Ukraine started a large population in Mariupol are now trapped without heating and is rapidly running out of food. Talks are ongoing about opening a humanitarian corridor but there is uncertainty as to whether the city will be safely evacuated. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/31192136/3103Ukraine.mp3"][/audio] Bel Trew, International Correspondent, The Independent (UK) in Zaporizhzhia Ukraine and Aoife O’Donoghue, Professor of International Law and Global Governance in Durham Law School joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Doctors and Nurses are warning of unsafe conditions in Irish hospitals due to the latest wave of Covid-19. Short-staffing and hospital services being pushed to their absolute limit are some of the issues caused by the increase in cases. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/31190903/3103Covid.mp3"][/audio] Fergal Hickey, President of Irish Association for Emergency Medicine and consultant in emergency medicine, Sligo University Hospital and Priscilla Lynch, clinical editor, Medical Independent joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The number one factor that makes skin age prematurely is photo-aging or exposure to UV radiation exposure. This underscores the necessity when in sunlight to use a broad spectre sunscreen. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/31185238/3103health.mp3"][/audio] Dr Brian Higgins, GP at Galway Primary Care joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The price of used cars has gone up by 7.9% during the first three months of this year alone. This is the tenth consecutive quarter where prices have increased which is a 56% increase since the start of the pandemic. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/31183649/3103usedcars.mp3"][/audio] Dr Tom Gillespie - Environmental Economist at TCD & NUI Galway and Michael Sheridan - Motoring Journalist joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
This week's Culture Club inductee is Rosanna Davison, former Miss World and ambassador for Cystic Fibrosis Ireland’s 65 Roses Day. First Single You Oughta Know by Alanis Morrissette Favourite Album Lovefool by The Cardigans Favourite TV Show The Scientist by Coldplay Best Gig The Spice Girls in concert Favourite Artist Tom Hanks and an ensemble cast Favourite Movie Favourite TV Show Father Ted Favourite Play The Lion King Favourite Book ‘Perfume’ by Patrick Suskind Favourite Podcast We Do Science Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The traditional written leaving certificate exam will only be worth 60% in every subject under new plans. Teacher based continuous assessment will account for the other 40% of the grade of students. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/30184741/3003leaving.mp3"][/audio] Arthur Godsil – Former Headmaster of St. Andrews College and Director of Godsil Education and Jennifer Horgan - Irish Examiner Columnist & Teacher joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
There are almost a million people in Ireland with no pension provision who are going to be relying on their flat-rate state pension to pay rent. The auto-enrolment scheme won't be sufficient for non-homeowners who have to pay excessive rents in old age. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/30183447/3003PENSION.mp3"][/audio] Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Tánaiste Leo Varadkar has approval to publish The Sick Leave Bill 2022 which creates the right to sick pay for employees from their employer. The Bill will take effect this year and will mean that you have a certified medical illness you will receive sick pay. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/30182111/3003leo.mp3"][/audio] Leo Varadkar, Tanaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The way we run our leaving certificate exams has been largely set in stone for generations until Covid ushered in some dramatic changes. One of the proposals announced by Minister for Education Norma Foley is that all schools will have the option to provide transition year for their students beginning in 2024. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/29184413/2903leaving.mp3"][/audio] Norma Foley, Fianna Fail TD, Minister for Education joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
If someone has a 6 am flight they will have to be at the airport at 3 am for the time being. The Dublin Airport Authority has flagged these challenges with the customers and are attempting to rectify the situation. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/29183342/2903delays.mp3"][/audio] Paul Hackett, President, Irish Travel Agents Association joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
An Taoiseach Michéal Martin announced that four senior Russian diplomats have been asked to leave the Irish State. There are suspicions that the reason there is such a large Russian diplomatic presence in Ireland is largely down to the fact many US tech companies are based in Dublin. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/29182012/2903Ukraine.mp3"][/audio] Daniel McConnell, Political Editor, Irish Examiner joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Ryanair has advised their customers to get to Dublin Airport 3 and a half hours before their flight and that the bag drop would be open. This follows of chaos in Dublin Airport where there were long flight delays with customers unable to check in their bags as the bagdrop up until last Sunday was open only two hours before flights. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/29180800/2903travel.mp3"][/audio] Sarah Slattery from the thetravelexpert.ie joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Kildare have been relegated from division 1 alongside Dublin who were beaten by Monaghan yesterday. Monaghan beat Dublin 3-13 to 1-18 relegating Dublin to division 2 in Clones. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/28194226/2803gaa.mp3"][/audio] Barry Cahill - Former Dublin footballer and Dick Clerkin - Former Monaghan footballer joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The time is fast approaching when UlsterBank will be shutting down its services in Ireland. If you want to use an UlsterBank branch in July, you will have up to 1 pm every day before the accounters will close and so will the cash counters. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/28193140/2803Biz.mp3"][/audio] Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Inflation could average at close to 7% for the year and could hit a peak of 8.5% during the summer according to the ESRI. Many trade unions are saying that this inflation is resulting in the reduction of living standards for many workers in Ireland. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/28192027/2803payrise.mp3"][/audio] Neil McDonnell, chief executive of ISME and Kevin Callinan, general secretary of FORSA and president of Irish Congress of Trade Unions joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Dublin City Council has plans to aggressively restrict road space for cars according to the Irish Times. This is to provide more space for protected cycle lanes in the city. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/28185736/2803council.mp3"][/audio] Richard Guiney, CEO Dublin Town and Christy Burke, Dublin City Councillor joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Ireland take on the Belgians in a friendly in the Aviva Stadium tomorrow from 5pm. Irish football Manager Stephen Kenny has his new contract ahead of these buildup games before the Euro qualifiers. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/25190947/2503Sport.mp3"][/audio] Eamon Dunphy - Host of The Stand podcast joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
In the last two years, 90% of pubs have reopened since enforced closures wrought by the pandemic. Many pubs in rural areas do not open Monday to Friday before 5 or 6pm which is space that could be utilised. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/25185807/2503pubs.mp3"][/audio] Sheila McKiernan, publican, The Keeper’s Arm, Bawnboy, Co Cavan, Paul Moynihan, President, Vintners Federation of Ireland and Wicklow publican and Seamus Boland Irish Rural Link joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
There was a war of words this week between Fine Gael leader Leo Varadkar and Independent TD Michael Healy Rae. In the exchange between the two Healy Rae said ''Away With The Airy Fairies'' to Varadkar which he has not apologised for. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/25184457/2503Trending.mp3"][/audio] Michael Clifford - special correspondent with the Irish Examiner and Laura Byrne assistant news editor with thejournal.ie joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Temperature anomalies are not that unusual in Antarctica which is 1.5 times the size of the continental US. However, we are seeing an increase in weather variability which is breaking all temperatures records as the weather at the polar ice caps begins to destabilize. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/24181522/2403Environment.mp3"][/audio] John Gibbons, environmental journalist joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Hodgkin's lymphoma is a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system, which is part of the body's germ-fighting immune system. Tomorrow is Daffodil day which is a major source of fundraising for the Irish Cancer Society. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/24180655/2403hodgkins.mp3"][/audio] Averil Power, CEO, Irish Cancer Society and Rebecca Duffy joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Fine Gael Seanad spokesperson for Sports Micheál Carrigy claimed that Robbie Keane is still getting paid by the taxpayer despite having left his position in the Irish football team set-up. Robbie Keane was handed a four year contract by John Delaney and he has seen out that contract which was to cover a two-year stint with Mick McCarthy and then to carry on when Stephen Kenny came in. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/24175457/2403Robbie.mp3"][/audio] Kieran Cunningham - Chief Sports Writer, Irish Daily Mail joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
In the region of about 150,000 people are not paying the property tax and in total 316,000 are not paying or have not submitted a return with an updated valuation. It is a self-assessment tax and the homeowner is required to do all the calculations for submission. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/24174335/2403tax.mp3"][/audio] Charlie Weston - Personal Finance Editor, Irish Independent joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
This week's Culture Club inductee is Irish Actor and IFTA best actor award winner, Moe Dunford. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/23180434/2302CC.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Employers are facing price hikes from two angles, their costs of doing business are going up and their employees are coming to them looking asking for a wage in keeping with the cost of living. Unlike the 2008 downturn, businesses are facing a sudden spike in all input prices such as labour and raw materials. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/23182408/2303biz.mp3"][/audio] Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
There have been 21,098 further cases of COVID-19 reported in Ireland today. As of this morning, 1,395 patients were hospitalised with the virus which is an increase of 57 on Tuesday. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/23174536/2302covid.mp3"][/audio] Priscilla Lynch - Clinical Editor, Medical Independent and Dr Jack Lambert - Professor of Infectious Diseases UCD School of Medicine joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Two of the biggest mobile operators in the state Vodafone and Three Mobile are going to have price increases next month. This will affect both contract plans and broadband with Three Mobile having a 4.5% increase next month and the company say this will happen every April. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/23171823/2302WESTIN.mp3"][/audio] Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Last night US President Joe Biden said there are clear signs Putin is weighing up the use of chemical weapons in Ukraine. President Biden warned that there will be consequences if Russia uses chemical weapons in Ukraine however this was a warning given out to Russia in Syria nevertheless the Kremlin crossed this line. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/22190748/2202biden.mp3"][/audio] Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Marion McKeone, US Corr, Business Post joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
There have been 23,702 further cases of COVID-19 reported in Ireland. With 7,729 of those PCR-confirmed cases and 15,973 people registered positive antigen tests. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/22185629/2202masks.mp3"][/audio] Illona Duffy, Monaghan GP and Phil Ni Sheagadha, general secretary of Irish Nurses and Midwives Association joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Labour are bringing forward a Prohibition of Advertising Bill to be debated in the Seanad tomorrow. This Bill is an attempt to break the association between gambling and sport which is created by gambling companies. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/22184607/2202Gambling.mp3"][/audio] Senator Mark Wall joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Simon Coveney spoke about the possibility of some Irish troops taking part in a new EU Rapid Reaction Force yesterday. For Irish troops to take part in peacekeeping or humanitarian missions it needs approval from the Dáil, from Government and subject to a UN Security Council Ressolution. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/22182847/2202war.mp3"][/audio] Daniel McConnell - Political Editor, Irish Examiner joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The port city of Mariupol in Ukraine for weeks has been bombarded by Russian artillery and modern weapons. Drone footage of the city depicts a wasteland that has been gutted from an onslaught of shelling. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/21220125/2103ukraine.mp3"][/audio] Lara Marlowe, Irish Times, in Lviv joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
On Saturday evening 36-year-old mother of five, Sandra Boyd was shot dead in her home in Finglas. Garda have arrested a man in his late twenties on suspicion of the murder of Ms Boyd. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/21214559/2103crime.mp3"][/audio] Conor Gallagher, crime correspondent, Irish Times joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
It is possible for Irish holidaymakers to travel to the United States Once again and passengers are flocking there in their droves. Irish carrier Aer Lingus have 14 different routes back on stream from Ireland to the United States now. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/21205752/2103travel.mp3"][/audio] Sarah Slattery, thetravelexpert.ie joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The change of temperatures in the Arctic and Antarctica is giving rise to considerable concern about the pace of global warming. The East Antarctica is significantly warmer than expected where records in temperature change have been broken. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/21203941/2103Arctic.mp3"][/audio] Peter Thorne, Professor in Physical Geography at Maynooth University and Director of the Irish Climate Analysis and Research Units group joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The Ukrainian President today gave a dramatic and emotive address to the US Congress via video link. The question that has been asked will this lead to the US introducing a no-fly zone over Ukraine. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/16185345/1603Ukraine.mp3"][/audio] Dr Alexandra Vacroux, Executive Director, Davis Centre for Russian and Eurasian Studies at Harvard joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
There have been an additional 5,452 PCR-confirmed cases of Covid-19 and 8,644 positive antigen tests recorded through the HSE portal today. There are many reports of people getting a positive antigen test and not notifying the HSE. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/16183028/1603Health.mp3"][/audio] Paul Cullen - Health Editor, Irish Times, Fiona O’Malley - CEO of Turn2Me and Anthony Staines - Chair of Health Systems, School of Nursing and Human Sciences, Dublin City University joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Price walking is a form of price discrimination whereby existing customers, especially long-standing customers, incur a loyalty penalty over new customers. The pricing strategy is common in the insurance industry. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/16180416/1603walking.mp3"][/audio] Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
There are things that gas and electricity customers can do to soften the blow of record highs in prices. Two options are to switch supplier which people rarely do and the second is to look at ways at using less energy around the home. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/16175156/1603electricity.mp3"][/audio] Daragh Cassidy - Head of Communications, Bonkers.ie and Dee Reddy Head of Content Development for GoLoud joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Last night on Russian state tv Marina Ovsyannikova interrupted a live news broadcast with an anti-war poster. She shouted ''No War'' and ''Putin is an aggressor'', this has prompted many to question how to communicate to the people of Russia despite the media blackout there. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/15195528/1503Social.mp3"][/audio] Andy O’Donoghue - tech journalist joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
There are some reports today that Russia is struggling so badly to conquer Ukraine that a Russian victory may not be possible. The forces committed by Russia are suitable to secure the regions of Donetsk and Luhansk but not to subdue the entire population. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/15194141/1503Ukraine.mp3"][/audio] Aoife O'Donoghue, Professor of International Law and Global Governance in Durham Law School and Tom Clonan, security analyst, former Irish Army Captain joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
At the moment there are 1,047 people with Covid-19 in hospitals around the country. Covid numbers are up 60% when compared with the middle of last month. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/15192824/1503covid.mp3"][/audio] Kingston Mills – Professor of Experimental Immunology at Trinity College Dublin and Priscilla Lynch, clinical editor with the Medical Independent joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
There was concern amongst the aviation industry that consumer confidence would be low following the pandemic. However, despite the pandemic and the war in Ukraine Irish people have been booking holidays in their droves. Sarah Slattery, thetravelexpert.ie joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
On Saturday the Irish rugby team had the biggest ever victory against England at Twickenham. They scored four tries to none in that game but many Irish fans are focussing on the things that didn't go quite right, in particular the scrum. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/14194407/1403rugby.mp3"][/audio] Paul Wallace joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The war in Ukraine is a watershed moment for the European Union as the conflict has completely changed the debate around defence and security. The European Union is not a defence union and is primarily an economic grouping of states. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/14192924/1403EU.mp3"][/audio] Suzanne Lynch, journalist, Politico in Brussels and Neale Richmond, Fine Gael spokesperson on European Affairs joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Paschal Donohoe said today in his role as the Eurogroup finance Minister chairman that the group still has to assess whether or not to cut off the remaining oil and gas supplies coming from Russia. This confused many who were perplexed that the Eurogroup is still taking oil and gas from Russia. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/14191943/1403Economy.mp3"][/audio] Dr Muireann Lynch, Senior Research Officer on Energy Economics, ESRI and Stephen Kinsella, Professor of Economics, UL & chief economics writer with The Currency joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
So far in Russia's invasion in Ukraine, the West of the country has been relatively untouched by war. The Russians yesterday attacked a base about 30 miles from the city of Lviv in the west of Ukraine. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/14190331/1403ukraine.mp3"][/audio] Lara Marlow, Irish Times correspondent and Alex Proshuta, Sports Journalist based in Kyiv (writing for Business Post) joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Albert Manifold is the chief executive of CRH plc which is an international group of diversified building materials businesses. Manifold's pay package increased to €13.9 million in 2021, this set a new record for the head of an Iseq company. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/11184900/1103Biz.mp3"][/audio] Ian Guider- columnist with the Business Post joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Government are currently giving hauliers a €100 a week subsidy to cope with the increase in fuel price. To tackle the rise in fuel costs this will apply for eight weeks to support an industry that has been hit hard by increasing costs. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/11182849/1103MiniBudget.mp3"][/audio] Aoife Moore, Political Correspondent, Irish Examiner joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The government is currently putting plans in place to accommodate the impending 100,000 Ukrainian refugees estimated to land on our shores. It's been put forward that state lands might be used for modular housing for the people fleeing the conflict. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/11181312/1103Trend.mp3"][/audio] Dave Hanratty, Joe.ie and No Encore Podcast and Gabija Gataveckaite – Political Reporter, Independent joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The government of Britain has been criticised for admitting so few Ukrainian refugees when compared to other countries in Europe. UK Home Secretary Priti Patel has gotten in touch with our Minister for Justice and given out because Ukrainian Refugees might go from Ireland to the UK through the soft border. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/10193706/1003uk.mp3"][/audio] Nick Ferrari, presenter of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast on Today FM joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Daniel Kinahan has attempted to sports wash his reputation using boxing as the vehicle. Sportswashing is the practice of an individual, group, corporation, or nation-state using sport to improve their tarnished reputation, through hosting a sporting event, the purchase or sponsorship of sporting teams, or by participation in the sport itself. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/10191917/1003crime.mp3"][/audio] Kieran Cunningham - Chief Sports Writer, Irish Daily Star joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
There were 4,065 confirmed cases of Covid-19 via PCR and 7,617 via antigen in Ireland today. Through the HSE portal, there were over 11,500 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in a single day. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/10190641/1003Health.mp3"][/audio] Dr Brian Higgins, GP at Galway Primary Care joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
At the stroke of midnight last night we had a reduction of 20 cents of the price of petrol and a reduction of 15% in the price of diesel. There are reports of price gouging at petrol and diesel four courts which meant prices were unchanged or increased. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/10185539/1003Fuels.mp3"][/audio] Kevin McPartlan, CEO of Fuels for Ireland, the representative body for the fuel industry in Ireland, Brian Clarke, owner of Silverlinings coach service in Blanchardstown and Verona Murphy, Independent TD for Wexford; former President of the Irish Road Haulage Association joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
This week's Culture Club inductee is Graphic Novelist, Aoife Dooley. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/09182714/0903aoifedooley.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Today Minister Eamon Ryan said today that one practical example of keeping fuel costs down is to drive slower. According to motoring experts, the reality is that when you drive slower you use less fuel to propel you down the road. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/09181607/0903slowdown.mp3"][/audio] Michael Sheridan - Motoring Journalist joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The government announced a 30% reduction of the excise inclusive of VAT on Petrol today. Diesel excise has also been reduced by almost 30% but can't be reduced further on account of an EU directive. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/09180026/0903McGrath.mp3"][/audio] Minister for Public Expenditure & Reform, Michael McGrath joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
50% of the world's sunflower oil is produced in Ukraine and because of the conflict, there is no grain being planted in the country at the moment. Ukraine also exports a large percentage of its grain to North African and the Middle East where there are no concerns of an impending humanitarian disaster. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/09173738/0903food.mp3"][/audio] Ciaran Fitzgerald, food economist and Tadhg Buckley, Director of Policy, Irish Farmers Association joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
President Joe Biden has placed a ban on Russian oil and other energy imports in retaliation for Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The US imports about 3% of its total crude oil and about 4% of its petroleum from Russia. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/09172628/0903US.mp3"][/audio] Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist and Marion McKeone, US Corr, Business Post joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
National Flag Day here in Ireland takes place on the 16th of March which celebrates peace, respect diversity and inclusion. The flag is taken to be a rallying point for citizens of a democratic state and represents the sovereign rights of that jurisdiction. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/08180928/0803Defence.mp3"][/audio] Retired Defense forces Chief of Staff, Vice Admiral Mark Mellett joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Lviv is a Ukrainian city about 130 kilometres from the Polish border which is a waypoint for refugees trying to escape the conflict. The Mayor of Lviv is saying that there are 30 to 40 thousand refugees passing through the train station every day. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/08175638/0803Ukraine.mp3"][/audio] Jack Horgan Jones, Irish Times, Liam O’Dwyer, Secretary General, Irish Red Cross and Lara Marlowe, Irish Times, in Lviv joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Kelly-Anne Byrne is part of the Focus Ireland LEAP Program which is the lived experience ambassador program. Kelly-Anne experienced homelessness when she was 16 and thrown out of her foster home and second when she was 26 as a result of an ex-partner threatening the landlord. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/08174520/0803focus.mp3"][/audio] NIAMH LAMBE, Project Leader, Family Homeless Action Team and KELLY-ANNE BYRNE, Ambassador for Focus Ireland’s Lived Experience Ambassador Programme joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Fares on buses and trains are going to decrease by 20% by the beginning of April in Ireland. Given the cost of living and fuel alongside the effect the Ukraine conflict is having on the cost of crude oil this may be a much-needed relief for many. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/08173344/0803Public.mp3"][/audio] Brid Smith, People Before Profit TD, Dublin South Central and Brian Leddin, Green Party TD, and transport spokesperson joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
There was a lot of speculation overnight that the US and Europe would ban oil from Russia which caused oil prices to rocket. The price went as high as $139 a barrel which is up about 15% compared with last Friday. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/07193534/0703BIZ.mp3"][/audio] Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The government will meet tomorrow to discuss the influx of Ukrainian refugees in the near future. The main discussion topics at this meeting will be financial assistance and social protection for Ukrainian refugees arriving in Ireland. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/07192339/0703education.mp3"][/audio] Simon Harris, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The city of Lviv is considered by many as the last semi-safe place to be in the country of Ukraine. There is alarm at the continuing flow of refugees which according to the UN is at 1.7 million who have vacated Ukraine. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/07191353/0703ukraine.mp3"][/audio] Lara Marlowe, Irish Times, in Lviv and Kateryna Kachurets, GP in Dublin, originally from Kyiv and part of ‘Medical Help Ukraine’ campaign joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Russia's unlawful invasion of Ukraine began in earnest 12 days ago. Today at least 13 people have been killed in an airstrike on the outskirts of Kyiv according to reports. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/07190434/0703Russia.mp3"][/audio] Bel Trew, International correspondent for The London Independent, khmelnynsky , Ukraine and Kevin Byrne, retired lieutenant colonel and airport safety auditor joined the last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The Labour Party unseated their leader Alan Kelly earlier this week and will decide on a new leader over the next few days. It's been reported that Alan Kelly's style of leadership was one area where party members took issue. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/04185930/0403AlanKelly.mp3"][/audio] Daniel Mc Connell, political editor, Irish Examiner and Cllr Dermot Lacey, chairman of the Labour Councillors Association joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Today Nato Allies did not accept Ukraine's demand for a no-fly zone over Ukraine. The organisation said they were increasing support but that stepping in directly would lead to a broader more brutal European war.
[audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/04185139/0403nato.mp3"][/audio] Tim Judah, The Economist, Kyiv, Tom Clonan, security analyst and Suzanne Lynch, Politico journalist, Brussels joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The International Olympic Committee has asked for all Russian and Belarusian athletes to be excluded from sports federations and events wherever possible.
Fifa has moved to suspend all Russian football clubs and national teams from all competition with Uefa doing the same. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/04183317/0403trend.mp3"][/audio] Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent, Irish Examiner and Helen Vaughan, Psychotherapist with Maynooth counselling joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
United Nations General Secretary António Guterres has called the most recent IPCC report 'An Atlas of human suffering'. The IPCC report is the product of the review of about 34,000 scientific studies and reports on climate change. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/03183944/0303enviro.mp3"][/audio] John Gibbons, environmental commentator joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Bill Browder was the largest foreign investor in Russia when he discovered massive corruption in the Russian stock market. He was then expelled from the country after complaining and declared a threat to national security. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/03182447/0303Browder.mp3"][/audio] Bill Browder, CEO Hermitage Capital, Head of Global Magnitsky Justice campaign, and Author of Red Notice & Freezing Order joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
In recent weeks many parents have been presenting with children with the common cough to GPs. A cough is simply your immune system working to clear out your lungs in an attempt to prevent infection. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/03180837/0303cough.mp3"][/audio] Dr Brian Higgins, GP at Galway Primary Care joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The Polish town of Przemysl is bordering Ukraine and is one of the main crossing points for Ukrainians fleeing the war. Over 700,000 refugees have come over to Poland and almost all of them through that border crossing. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/03175800/0303Ukraine.mp3"][/audio] Naomi O’Leary, Europe Correspondent, Irish Times and Lara Marlowe, Irish Times - in Polish town of Przemysl bordering Ukraine joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
This week's Culture Club inductee is Eithne Shortall, author of It Could Never Happen Here. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/02185135/0203cc.mp3"][/audio] Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The prices of foodstuffs could now be seriously affected by the conflict as Ukraine and Russia produce about 30% of the Wheat consumed by Europe. Grain traders in Ukraine have suspended operations and the price of Wheat is at a 14 year high. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/02182158/0203brands.mp3"][/audio] Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Many people have been exiting Ukraine through a so-called 'Refugee Trail' towards the Northwest of the country and the Polish border. On this trail is the city of Khmelnyskyi which is still under fire from Russian airstrikes. Late last night a neighbouring city's maternity ward was hit with a cruise missile and its inhabitants were forced underground to a bunker for safety. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/02180656/0203Ukraine.mp3"][/audio] Patrick Bury, Senior Lecturer in Security at the University of Bath, former army officer and NATO analyst and Bel Trew, International correspondent for The Independent (she’s in Khmelnytskyi Ukraine) joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Luxury department store Brown Thomas has opened a new store in Dundrum Shopping centre. It has various concessions and independent operators, one of these companies is Get A Drip. This store gives people booster injections and IV drips claiming that they contain anti-ageing and detoxifying qualities. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/02175424/0103.mp3"][/audio] Louise Reynolds, Registered Dietician, communications director with Irish Nutrition and Dietetic Institution joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Cyberattacks were launched on Ukraine in the weeks before the Russian invasion took place. A type of malware called the Hermetic Wiper was used to stop Ukrainian computers from rebooting. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/01182808/0103tech.mp3"][/audio] Andy O’Donoghue, Tech Journalist joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
There are 31 registered staff in the Russian embassy on Orwell Road in Dublin, more than their embassies in Britain, Germany and France. Security experts believe that a significant number of these staff are involved in espionage and intelligence gathering. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/01181428/0301ukraine.mp3"][/audio] Lesia Vasylenko, Ukrainian MP, Goloszmin Party, Conor Gallagher - Crime Correspondent, Irish Times and Shona Murray - Europe Correspondent, Euronews join the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Trevor Rowe a 29-year-old from Abbey street in Kilkenny has gone on trial accused of murdering 71-year-old Anne Butler in her home two years ago. He has pleaded not guilty to the charge and the jury for the case were sworn in yesterday. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/01175618/0103courts.mp3"][/audio] Frank Greaney, Courts Correspondent, Today FM joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The government is currently looking at a four-step plan to see Ireland out of the Covid-19 pandemic. The plan is based around living with Covid in the long term and contingencies to scale up if cases rise again. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/03/01174606/0103pandemic.mp3"][/audio] Priscilla Lynch, clinical editor, Medical Independent and Darragh O’Loughlin, Secretary General, Irish Pharmacy Union joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Genomics is the branch of molecular biology concerned with the structure, function, evolution, and mapping of genomes. Many genome experts want to hold a genomics jury or hearing with the public to discuss the branch of medicine. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/02/28182944/2802genome.mp3"][/audio] Professor Orla Hardiman Professor of Neurology, Trinity College Dublin and IPPOSI board member and Nuala Ryan, parent of a child with rare epilepsy, and who herself has been diagnosed with breast cancer joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The Ukrainian President has said that the next 24 hours will be a crucial period for his country. Talks occurred today between the Russians and Ukrainian delegations today on the Belarussian border. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/02/28182008/2802ukraine2.mp3"][/audio] Diana Berg, artist and activist Mariupol, Ukraine, Aoife O’Donoghue, Professor of International Law and Global Governance in Durham Law School and Naomi O’Leary, Irish Times, Europe Correspondent joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
The requirement to wear face masks in public settings outside healthcare is no longer in effect in Ireland from today. Many are still heeding the health advice as many reports come in of people still wearing the PPE on public transport. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/02/28180428/2802masks.mp3"][/audio] Dermot O’Leary, general secretary, NBRU and Pete Lunn, head of the Behavioural Research Unit at the ESRI joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.