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- Today14 min
TV & Streaming: Will RTE Continue Eurovision Boycott Next Year?
The Eurovision song contest took place in Vienna last week, with Bulgaria winning Saturday’s final with the song “Bangaranga”.But after Ireland and RTE’s boycott this year due to Israel’s participation in the competition, will they continue with the same stance in 2027?Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke join Matt on The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the discussion.
- Today9 min
CCPC Warns Over Pitfalls Of Car Hire Abroad
Following an survey of Irish holidaymakers' experiences of car hire abroad, the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, it was found over 40% had issues with their car hires.Long wait times, hidden fees and the car not being as described were some of the issues reported.Orla Delargy, Deputy Communications Director at the CCPC, speaks to Matt about the survey and offers advice for those planning to hire cars abroad.To listen to the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.
- Today12 min
The Last Word On Travel: A Guide To Visiting The Greek Islands
Greece is home to more than 200 inhabited islands, many of which are very popular with Irish tourists.Kaitlin Murphy from thetravelexpert.ie joins The Last Word to run through what some of the Greek islands have to offer and to give some travel tips for anyone looking to go island hopping.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
- 3 days ago27 min
The Week Trending: Eurovision, Wordle, & The Mosquito That Killed Cromwell
It's Eurovision week but this year there is no Irish entry and viewers in Ireland will have to switch to the BBC if they want to watch the final in Austria.In other TV news this week, Wordle, the popular online game, is getting a TV adaptation.And, a statue to commemorate the mosquito that may have killed Oliver Cromwell has been proposed as a quirky new attraction for Cork city.Paddy Duffy and Fionnuala Jones join The Last Word to discuss these and more of the week's trending stories.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
- 4 days ago18 min
What Does The Future Hold For RTE?
Former government minister Shane Ross has written his latest book, looking back on the history of the national broadcaster.He reflects on past controversies that threatened to impact its reputation and also looks forward to what the future might hold for the company.He speaks to Matt on The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the piece.
- 4 days ago16 min
A Quarter Of World Cup Matches To Be Played In Temperatures Above 26 Degrees
World Weather Attribution has conducted a study which found that 25% of matches at this year’s FIFA World Cup are likely to be played in temperatures over 26 degrees Celsius.Extreme heat conditions are most likely to be experienced in Miami, New York, New Jersey and New York.Officials insist they have plans in place to accommodate players if the weather gets too hot, but is it fair to expect them to compete in such conditions?Environmental commentator John Gibbons joins Matt on The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the piece.
- 4 days ago11 min
Tech Thursday: Screenless Tech Wearables
This week for Tech Thursday, Andy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to discuss some of the latest screenless wearable tech amid increasing demand for screen free smart watches and health tracking devices.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
- 5 days ago43 min
Culture Club: David Gray
Ahead of bringing his Past & Present Tour to Dublin's Fairview Park & the SSE Arena in Belfast, David Gray joins Daniel McConnell on for The Last Word's Culture Club.Hit the 'Play' button on this page to hear his choices.
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