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

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The Week Trending

98FM's Cathal O'Sullivan and Irish Times advice columnist, and Hot Press movies editor, Roe McDermott sit down with Matt to go through all the biggest stories of week. From Donald Trump’s bizarre AI Gaza video to the Tates' stateside visit and why Sophie and Jack have become such popular names. Get all the week's action by hitting 'Listen' here.

22 min
2 DAYS AGO

Micheal Martin Invited To White House On March 12

Daniel McConnell, Editor of the Business Post, discussed the Taoiseach’s upcoming trip to Washington DC. He also reacted to the repatriation flight that deported 32 people back to Georgia from Ireland. To listen to the full conversation, press the ‘play’ button on this page.

12 min
3 DAYS AGO

What Disney's 'Say Nothing' Got Wrong About The Murder Of Jean McConville

Journalist and author Martin Dillon joins The Last Word to discuss the role played by women in the Troubles and the toll it took on them, as described in his new book 'The Sorrow and the Loss'. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

17 min
3 DAYS AGO

Who Will Be The Big Winners At This Year’s Oscars?

Roe McDermott, Movies Editor with Hotpress, joined Matt for this week’s movies slot on The Last Word. She predicted who she thinks will win big at Sunday night’s Academy Awards and discussed the release of “The Last Showgirl” starring Pamela Anderson. Matt and Roe also remembered the Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman, whose death was announced on Thursday morning alongside his wife Betsy Arakawa. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the conversation.

13 min
3 DAYS AGO

How Rural Depopulation Is Impacting GAA Clubs

At GAA Congress in Donegal last weekend, president Jarlath Burns described rural depopulation as “a full-blown crisis” for the association. Speaking at the event, Mr. Burns said “it is unconscionable that we would be the generation who preside over the permanent demise of rural Ireland.” So, what can the GAA do to ensure rural clubs in Ireland survive? Michael Foley, sportswriter with The Sunday Times, spoke to Matt about the issue. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the conversation.

12 min
3 DAYS AGO

Number Of Bears, Wolves And Lynx On The Rise Across Europe

Following the introduction of several conservation measures, the number of brown bears has risen by 17% across Europe since 2016. Experts have seen a 12% rise in the Eurasian lynx and a 16% jump in the number of wolverines over the same time period. Environment commentator John Gibbons joined Matt on Thursday to discuss this. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the chat.

13 min
4 DAYS AGO

Culture Club: Garrett Carr

To celebrate the release of his new book “The Boy From The Sea”, author Garrett Carr was The Last Word’s latest entry to the Culture Club. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear his choices.

32 min
4 DAYS AGO

Glanbia Share Price Tumbles As Company Predicts Significant Headwinds This Year

Glanbia's share price fell by around 20% today as the nutrition company predicts its 2025 profits will take a battering, Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss this and more of the day's business news. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

6 min

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Culture Club: Ed Smith

TodayFM's Ed Smith joined us for The Culture Club this week! He spoke to Matt about music, films, comedy and more. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

12/07/2023

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