The Last Word with Matt Cooper
Today FMOn 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.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 3014 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||
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- Cut the ads!
I’m giving one star because although I like listening to most of the content when I tried to listen to a 20 minute podcast I had to give up after 6 ads! There aren’t that many ads in a podcast that’s an hour long! A radio show shouldn’t need all this advertising on their segments from the show. I didn’t even make it to the end and I wouldn’t be surprised if there were more. Very disappointing Today FM!
Apple Podcasts1Musicmas9
Ireland2 months ago - Covid clown
Remember this presenter during the scam demic
Apple Podcasts1thatonedinosaurIreland5 months ago - Update podcasts faster
I like the content but the segments are either updated irregularly or not at all. I often miss them live but try to catch them later on the pod and a lot of the time they’re just not there
Apple Podcasts4AdamConnaughtonIreland6 months ago - Great show and host
I really enjoy the segments especially the weekly one with Cal and Marion. It would be great if all the content was uploaded as podcasts as it seems to be hit and miss on what gets shared.
Apple Podcasts5JR3.Ireland7 months ago - USA ! USA! USA!
I love it just to listen to Cal Thomas elegantly swat away the righteous bleating and squealing from Matt & Marion on the US segments….looking forward to each weekly dose for the next 4 years!
Apple Podcasts5POSROSSIrelanda year ago
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Spotify | #138 | Ireland/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #45 | Ireland/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #6 | Ireland/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #236 |  United Arab Emirates/Society & Culture |
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Intelligent opinions and dynamic debates characterize the content, focusing on current affairs and topical issues that resonate with Irish audiences. Frequent discussions span politics, culture, public safety, education, and various societal matters, providing a critical examination of events and trends affecting everyday life. Noteworthy segments include expert insights, guest commentaries, and lively exchanges between hosts and participants that challenge conventional narratives and provoke thought. This approach not only informs listeners but also encourages engagement by addressing both local and international topics, making it quite distinct in its tone and scope.
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Recent guests on The Last Word include:
1. Leon Diop
2. Gina Murphy
3. Dr. Deirdre Curran
4. James Muldoon
5. Barry Taylor
6. Tom Carstensen
7. Aimee Donnellan
8. Saibh O'Neill
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