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The Last Word On US: Trump Warns He Could 'Annihilate' Iran
The episode critiques Trump’s UN speech, focusing on his threats to annihilate Iran and his dismissal of midterm election outcomes.
Seven In Ten Young People Are Considering Leaving Ireland: Survey
The episode examines why young Irish people are emigrating, citing rising costs, housing crises, and job insecurity.
Martin O’Neill To Consider Celtic Future After Poor Run Of Form
Matt Cooper and Miguel delaney analyze the turbulent start to the 2024/25 season, focusing on Celtic’s potential managerial crisis under Ronny Deila…
How Magill Magazine Exposed A Darker Side To Institutional Ireland
Kevin Rafter discusses his new book, *Fearless*, which examines Ireland in the 1980s through the lens of McGill magazine and its founding editor, Vincent Brown.
The Last Word On Travel: Family City Breaks
Matt Cooper and travel expert Sarah Slattery discuss shifting holiday trends, noting that families are taking more frequent but shorter trips focused on unique experiences.
How Sports Journalism Has Changed
Vincent Hogan discusses his new book, The Lost Sports Writer, which critiques the declining access and respect afforded to Irish sports journalists by bodies like the GAA.
Last Word on Sport: Is Manchester United in Crisis?
The episode analyzes Manchester United’s early-season crisis under Michael Carrick, highlighting poor results and the controversial move of 15-year-old JJ Gabriel to Barcelona.
The Week Trending: Sydney Sweeney, Hyrox & Royal Scandal
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary issued a formal apology for comparing competitor fares to rape, a statement he initially defended but later retracted…
The Last Word On Movies: Israel Seeks To Remove Citizenship For Directors Of Gaza Documentary
Matt Cooper reviews the satirical film The Unwanted, the Resident Evil reboot, and the controversial documentary NASA, which sparked citizenship revocation threats in Israel.
Robert Harris On Returning To Ancient Rome For His Latest Novel
Historical novelist Robert Harris discusses his new novel, *Agrippa*, which imagines the life of Augustus’s powerful co-ruler through a fictionalized memoir.
Gary Murphy On The Life And Times Of Brian Cowen
Gary Murphy discusses his new biography of Brian Cowen, arguing that while Cowen is widely viewed as Ireland's worst Taoiseach, the book offers a…
Tech Thursday: TVs, Projectors And Soundbars To Maximise Home Viewing
Andy Donoghue discusses the benefits of using projectors over large TVs, highlighting the XGIMI Mogo 3 Pro and Hisense PL2 for immersive, eye-friendly viewing.
Culture Club: Evanne Ní Chuilinn
Guest Yvonne Quillen discusses her new children's book, *Squad Girls*, which she wrote to encourage her daughter to read by featuring gymnastics and diverse sports.
MetroLink Construction Activity Could Be Seen By Year End
Lorcan O'Connor, CEO of Transport Infrastructure Ireland, discusses the updated €15.
Personal Finance: Sharp Rise In Price Of Home Heating Oil
Matt Cooper and Charlie Weston discuss the 32% surge in home heating oil prices, noting that rural households are facing a difficult winter with no immediate government relief.
Support Acts Leave Ed Sheeran’s Tour In Solidarity With Macklemore
Host Matt Cooper and guest Dave Hanratty discuss the fallout from Ed Sheeran’s removal of Macklemore from his tour, which triggered a mass exodus of support acts.
The Last Word On Music: Ed Sheeran Issues Statement After Macklemore Dropped From US Tour Over Palestine Speech
Matt Cooper and John Caddell discuss the controversy surrounding Ed Sheeran’s tour cancellation after Michael Moore’s “Free Palestine” protest, debating venue ownership and free speech.
The Last Word On The US: Supreme Court Blocks Trump Plan To Curb Mail-In Voting
The panel analyzes the Supreme Court’s ruling on mail-in ballots, arguing that Trump is weaponizing legal chaos to undermine election integrity.
HSE To Review Hospital Car Park Prices
This episode examines the controversy surrounding exorbitant hospital parking charges in Ireland, which have doubled in revenue over five years.
Irish People Vastly Underestimating Cost Of Having A Car
Shane, a behavioral scientist, discusses a Department of Transport study revealing that seven in ten Irish drivers underestimate their car's running costs, guessing €2,000 versus the actual €3,000.