‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ was written in just 15 minutes in August. It went on to become one of the most iconic Christmas tunes of all time. Join Louise Cantillon for a Last Word on Music Christmas Special, with the story behind Mariah Carey’s iconic 'All I Want For Christmas Is You'.

The FAI apologises over use of 'Londonderry' in a match programme, Marian Price sues Disney over 'Say Nothing' scene and growing number of allegations against Masterchef's Greg Wallace. Roe McDermott, advice columnist with The Irish Times, and Kieran Cunningham, chief sports writer with the Irish Daily Star, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trending stories. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Children in mixed schools have more friends than those at single-sex schools and boys in all-boys schools have the lowest level of closeness to their friends according to new research. Irish Times Parenting Columnist Jen Hogan joins The Last Word to discuss why she thinks co-education is best for boys and girls. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

With the Green Party out and Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael on course to be back in government, John Gibbons joins The Last Word to discuss what the general election result could mean for Ireland's fight against climate change. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Andy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to talk through his top picks for kitchen and beauty tech that could make wonderful gifts this Christmas. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Frank Greaney, Courts Correspondent, Today FM, had the details of Mr Justice Alexander Owen's judgement on legal costs after Nikita Hand won her civil case against Conor McGregor.

Chef Mark Moriarty joined Matt on the Culture Club to discuss his favourite music, books, film and TV. He also spoke about his new book Season: Master the Elements of Amazing Taste. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

It's that season where work Christmas parties are in full swing and they can often make or break office relations. Julie Galbraith, partner and head of employment law at Eversheds Sutherland, to discuss what employers and employees should keep in mind to prevent a HR hangover after the festivities. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The 2024 general election saw voter turnout fall to record low levels, but many are sceptical about the reliability of the turnout figures due to flaws with the electoral register. Art O'Leary, chief executive of the Electoral Commission, joins The Last Word to explain why the register might be overstated and to answer more of your questions about last Friday's vote. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' on this page.

With government formation talks commencing this week Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Irish Independent, had some recommendations that the new government could use in order to ease the cost of living. He also discussed how an IT issue led to some PTSB customers facing a delay in receiving their wages on Friday. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear his chat with Matt.

Clodagh Finn and John Morgan join The Last Word to discuss the untold stories of the Irish WWII heroes who fought in the Resistance as told in their compelling book 'The Irish in the Resistance'. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

US President Joe Biden has pardoned Hunter Biden despite saying previously that he would not use his executive authority to pardon his son or commute his sentence. Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with the Business Post, join The Last Word to discuss this and more news from the United States. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Gregg Wallace has stepped away from presenting MasterChef after allegations of inappropriate behaviour were made by 13 people over a 17-year period against him. The BBC had previously announced a Celebrity MasterChef Cook-Off and a Strictly Festive Extravaganza. However, they have since been pulled from their Christmas schedule. Elaine Burke, host of the For Tech’s Sake podcast and The Last Word’s TV & Streaming contributor, spoke to Matt to explain the latest on the story. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear their conversation.

Russell Alford, Food Critic for The Sunday Times and one half of the GastroGays, joined Matt for Tuesday’s travel slot. Bologna, a city famous for its authentic Italian food, was Russell’s choice this week. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear his recommendations.

As the 2024 general election comes to a close and the final few seats are filled around the country, Sarah Carey, Irish Independent columnist, and Gary Murphy, professor of politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU, join The Last Word to discuss who is likely to be in the next government. They are also joined by Harry McGee, political correspondent with the Irish Times, Lorcan Nyhan, head of training with The Communications Clinic, and Trina O'Connor, criminologist and community worker, to assess the turnout, the campaigns and how Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch came so close to being elected. Catch the full discussion by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Will O'Callaghan from Off The Ball and The Independent's Chief Football Writer Miguel Delaney join Matt to discuss the weekend's Premier League action. Liverpool dominate Man City to go nine points clear at the top of the league, as Arsenal and Chelsea try to keep pace. Hit 'Play' to get all the latest.

Ian Guider, columnist with The Business Post, joins Matt to discuss the big business news of the day. According to the Central Statistics Office, the average weekly earnings for employees in the Irish economy rose by 5.3% year on year in the third quarter to stand at €955.49. Hit 'Play' to get the latest.

Two-time Grand National and Cheltenham Gold Cup winner, Davy Russell has released his autobiography. He spoke to Matt on The Last Word about his experience of riding Tiger Roll to win the Aintree Grand National in 2018, the sacrifices he made to ensure he succeeded in his career and his long road to recovery after fracturing two vertebrae and dislocating another in 2020. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the chat.

After a short three-week campaign, the 2024 general election is coming to a close. Daniel McConnell, editor of the Business Post, Tabitha Monahan, political reporter with the Irish Independent, and Gary Murphy, professor of politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU, join The Last Word to look back on the campaign and how it compared to the debates and personalities of elections past. Catch the full discussion by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has launched legal proceedings against a number of retailers nationwide for breaking sales pricing laws during Black Friday and January sales. Brian McHugh, chair of the CCPC, joins The Last Word to discuss the legal requirements retailers must stick to when displaying discounts. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.