Richard Osman Talks His New Book, Pointless & More
Legendary novelist and presenter Richard Osman joins Matt in studio to talk about his New Book The Impossible Fortune, the latest in the bestselling Thursday Murder Club Mystery series.They also discuss his career, including as a presenter including on Pointless and his podcast alongside Journalist Marina Hyde; The Rest is Entertainment. Hit Play on this page to listen now.
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Nightmare Commutes: Cork
In the fourth instalment of The Last Word’s series on the delays people face on their daily commutes in Ireland, we look at one of the country's busiest cities: Cork.Matt chats to Director of Public Affairs and International Affairs at Cork Chamber, Cathal McSweeney, Fianna Fáil TD for Cork South Central Seamus McGrath and Opinion Editor at the Irish Examiner Deirdre O’Shaughnessy.Hit Play on this page to listen now.
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What Does The US Want From A Ukraine-Russia Peace Deal?
The United States and Ukraine are working on a 'refined' peace plan, aimed at bringing an end to Russia's war, after a leaked US-backed document was criticised for being pro-Russia.Journalist Lara Marlowe joins The Last Word to discuss what is on the cards in the latest peace talks.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
Troy Parrott's hattrick in Hungary has kept Ireland's World Cup dream alive but fans will have to fork out a lot of cash if they want to see the Boys In Green take on Czechia in Prague.Lorcan Nyhan, head of training at the Communications Clinic, and Elaine Burke, host of For Tech’s Sake podcast, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending stories. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
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Nightmare Commutes: Dublin
The Last Word continues to look at the difficulties people face on their daily commutes around Ireland.Having already discussed the issues in Galway and its surrounding areas, Friday's focus turns to Dublin.Matt spoke to transport commentator Conor Faughnan, Green Party councillor Janet Horner and Mary Rose Burke, Chief Executive of Dublin Chamber of Commerce.Hit the 'Play' button on this page to hear the conversation.
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