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The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Matt Cooper

Booking Overview

A daily current-affairs interview show focused on Irish, international, political, social, cultural and sporting issues, typically featuring journalists, academics, policy specialists, authors and subject-matter commentators. Credible pitches include experts with authoritative analysis of Irish public affairs, geopolitics, social policy, media history, sport or culture; booking difficulty is medium because guests need timely expertise and strong commentary credentials.

Metrics

Episodes: 3493

Frequency: Daily

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: Ireland

YouTube: 33.7k subscribers

Instagram: 411.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

lastword@todayfm.com

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Host

Matt Cooper - Irish broadcaster and journalist who presents The Last Word on Today FM, covering current affairs, politics, business, culture and sport.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Journalists, academics, policy leaders, authors, broadcasters and recognized subject specialists with authoritative perspectives on current Irish, international, social, political, cultural or sporting issues.
Required Achievements:  
Relevant professional or academic expertise, Published books or research, Leadership roles in policy or civic organizations, Established journalism, broadcasting or specialist commentary experience

Recent Guest Discussions

Sarah McGuinness - Youth Attitudes Toward Leaving Ireland And The Findings Of A Red C Survey

Grace McManus - Youth Attitudes Toward Leaving Ireland And The Findings Of A Red C Survey

Marion McKeone - Donald Trump's Address To The United Nations And The Latest News From The United States

Cal Thomas - Donald Trump's Address To The United Nations And The Latest News From The United States

Dee Reddy - U2's History And Five Decades Of The Band

Recent Topics

News, Current Affairs, Irish Politics, International Affairs, Social Policy

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Last Word with Matt Cooper
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How To Talk To Your Sons About The Manosphere

October 09, 2026

Boys and young men are facing a crisis of online misogyny, with the manosphere continuing to grow while preying on vulnerable boys. Matteo Bergamini, co-author of Man Enough with Amelia Fairney, joins The Last Word to advise parents on what steps to take so their boys will listen.To listen to the full chat press 'PLAY' on this page!

The Week Trending

October 09, 2026

Paddy Duffy, freelance TV producer, and Emily Keegan, Today FM Journalist, join The Last Word to go through all the biggest stories of the week.From Limerick's College Court to a firing squad livestream, you can hear the full chat when you press 'PLAY' on this page.

How Ireland Can Build More Houses

October 08, 2026

Economist Ronan Lyons, author of 'Brittle', joins The Last Word to discuss how Ireland reached the housing crisis that it's experiencing today and, more importantly, what can be done to fix it.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Frequently asked questions

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The Last Word with Matt Cooper
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How do I get in touch with The Last Word with Matt Cooper?

The Last Word with Matt Cooper is hosted by Matt Cooper. Its publicly listed email is lastword@todayfm.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Last Word with Matt Cooper?

The publicly listed email for The Last Word with Matt Cooper: lastword@todayfm.com.

How many listeners does The Last Word with Matt Cooper have?

Podseeker estimates The Last Word with Matt Cooper reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Last Word with Matt Cooper?

The Last Word with Matt Cooper typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Journalists, academics, policy leaders, authors, broadcasters and recognized subject specialists with authoritative perspectives on current Irish, international, social, political, cultural or sporting issues. Common among recent guests: Relevant professional or academic expertise; Published books or research; Leadership roles in policy or civic organizations. Recent guests include Sarah McGuinness, Grace McManus, and Marion McKeone.

How hard is it to get booked on The Last Word with Matt Cooper?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Last Word with Matt Cooper cover?

Recent episodes cover News, Current Affairs, Irish Politics, International Affairs, and Social Policy. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

lastword@todayfm.com

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