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01/12/2025

The Last Word On Travel: Stockholm And Berlin As Food Destinations

Russell Alford, co-restaurant critic with the Sunday Times and one half of the GastroGays, joins The Last Word to chat about more of his top travel destinations for those in search of great food. This time he is bringing us to Stockholm where specialties include Swedish meatballs and cardamom buns and then to Berlin for currywurst and kebabs. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

01/12/2025

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14 min
1 day ago

The Last Word On The US: Supreme Court Rejects Trump’s Bid To Limit Birthright Citizenship

The US Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled against President Donald Trump’s attempt to restrict birthright citizenship in the United States. The decision is a significant blow to Trump’s immigration agenda. Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone join The Last Word to discuss this and more of the latest news from the US. Catch the full chat by pressing the ‘Play’ button on this page!

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17 min
5 May

The Last Word On The US: US & Iran Risk Slipping Back Into All Out War

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has insisted that the ceasefire with Iran is not over despite renewed attacks by the Iranians. Marion McKeone and Larry Donnelly join The Last Word to discuss this and more of the latest news from the US. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

5 May

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18 min
5 days ago

The Week Trending: Metallica Concert Fraud, World Cup & Heat Domes

This week on The Week Trending Matt is joined by writer and broadcaster Aoife Barry and Managing Director of The Communications Clinic Eoghan Tomás McDermott to discuss the week's stories. They discuss three American tourists arrested for counterfeit Metallica wristbands, players taking leaves of absence from the World Cup and much more Hit Play on this page to listen now

5 days ago

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29 min
18 Jun

'It's Been Hell', Widow Of Hit And Run Victim On Life After Tragedy

In 2024, hurling coach Niall MacEneaney was knocked down and killed by a drunk driver. That driver was Michael Ball, who at the time was a serving garda. He was recently sentenced to six years after pleading guilty to dangerous driving causing death. Niall's wife Grace Martin talks to Matt about Niall's life and the impact of his loss on her.

18 Jun

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19 min
22 Jun

Burnham Sworn In As MP As Starmer Resigns

British Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer has resigned from office, paving the way for new leadership. Nick Ferrari, Presenter of Nick Ferrari at Breakfast on LBC, talks to Matt about the fortunes of the Labour leader. He also discusses the rise of former Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham, who secured a definitive win in the Makerfield by election, winning back votes from Reform. He seems set to be the only contender for the leadership. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

22 Jun

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11 min
19 Jun

The Week Trending: Brand It Like Beckham, Shrinking Chocolate, & McGregor On Fallon

This week, Cadbury confirmed that its chocolate bars are in fact getting smaller but the company denies that it is trying to fool customers. As the World Cup gets in full swing, many viewers have remarked on the number of ads starring ex-footballer turned professional brand ambassador David Beckham. And, Jimmy Fallon has sparked outrage from Irish fans over his interview with Conor McGregor. Elaine Burke and Lorcan Nyhan join The Last Word to discuss the week’s trending stories. Catch the full chat by pressing the ‘Play’ button on this page!

19 Jun

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23 min
11 Jun

Who Will Win The FIFA World Cup 2026?

The FIFA World Cup kicks off on Thursday with co-hosts Mexico facing South Africa. There’ll be a staggering 104 matches across the tournament, with a record 48 teams involved. Miguel Delaney, Chief Football Writer with The Independent and Dion Fanning, co-host of the Free State podcast, preview the competition on The Last Word. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the piece.

11 Jun

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29 min
29 May

The Week Trending: Pope's AI Warning, 'Bin Interference', & Luke Kelly Loses His Hair

This week, Pope Leo XIV used the first major teaching document of his papacy to warn about the threat of artificial intelligence. Dublin City Council said 'bin interference' by people looking for bottles and cans has cost it €500,000 and is leading to more rubbish on city streets. And, a popular statue of Dublin folk legend Luke Kelly is undergoing extensive repair after visitors repeatedly broke off strands of its distinctive copper hair to take as souvenirs. Dave Hanratty and Lise Hand join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending stories. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

29 May

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31 min
10 Jun

Trial Of Man Charged With Attempted Murder Of Three Children Begins

The trial of 52-year-old Riad Bouchaker, who is charged with the attempted murder of three children and assault causing serious harm to a care worker in November 2023 began on Wednesday. The court heard from the mother of one of the children, who said her daughter suffered severe injuries and is now non-verbal and in a wheelchair. Frank Greaney, Today FM Courts Correspondent, joins The Last Word. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the piece.

10 Jun

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10 min

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