• Zach Tuohy: From the GAA to the AFL
    Nov 22 2024

    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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    14 mins
  • The Last Word: General Election 2024 'Border Poll, Transport & Weekly Recap'
    Nov 22 2024

    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.

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    13 mins
  • Conor McGregor Guilty In Civil Rape Case
    Nov 22 2024

    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.

    Hear the full conversation by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

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    29 mins
  • #GE2024 Leader Interviews: Richard Boyd Barrett
    Nov 22 2024

    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.

    Listen back to the full conversation by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

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    17 mins
  • The Last Word: General Election 2024 'Pints, Young People & Disabilities'
    Nov 21 2024

    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.

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    16 mins
  • #GE2024 Leader Interviews: Michael Collins
    Nov 21 2024

    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.

    Listen back to the full conversation by pressing the 'Play' button this page.

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    15 mins
  • Where To Get The Best Deals Ahead Of Black Friday
    Nov 21 2024

    From TVs to laptops and smartphones, Andy O'Donoghue had a comprehensive guide to the best value deals ahead of Black Friday.

    To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

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    8 mins
  • The Last Word On The Environment: Rating The Manifestos’ Climate Commitments
    Nov 21 2024

    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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    14 mins