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Brian Lloyd has the latest movies releases including Wildwood and Klara And The Sun. To catch the full conversation press the 'play' on this page.

Over 2,400 arrests were made in France during last weekend's protests. As students and trade unions prepare for another day of demonstrations this Saturday, how have neighbouring countries reacted? Shona Murray, European Correspondent with Euronews, and Mary Fitzgerald, Irish journalist based in Marseilles, join The Last Word to to question if European authorities are prepared for what might unfold. To listen to the full chat, press 'PLAY' on this page!

Bestselling author Emma Heatherington joins The Last Word to delve into her latest winter love story, Together For Christmas. To listen to the full chat, press 'PLAY' on this page!

Singer songwriter Paul Savage, also known as Whozyerman, joins The Last Word to discuss his favourite movie, tv shows, and album.  To listen to the full chat, press 'PLAY' on this page!

'Fear' is a new anthology of chilling short stories from 32 of Ireland's leading female writers who came together to explore some of life's greatest fears. Authors Sam Blake and Edel Coffey both contributed to the book and they join The Last Word to discuss how it came about and what it was like to write about their own fears. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

The Triple Lock is the mechanism by which the Government decides to send more than 12 serving defense personal overseas on peace missions. The three conditions are UN approval, a decision by Government and a Dáil vote. Richard Boyd Barrett, TD, People Before Profit and Catherine Callaghan, Fine Gael TD and spokesperson on Defense, join Frank Greaney ahead of a contentious debate on the Triple Lock and the Government's plans to dismantle it. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

US President Donald Trump once again criticised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, this time for failing to reach a peace agreement with Russia.  Marion McKeone and Cal Thomas join The Last Word to give their two cents on the pairs every changing relationship.  To listen to the full chat, press 'PLAY' on this page!

The Road Safety Authority has announced a €1.5M project to install breathalysers in pubs and hotels around the country.  Aidan Farrelly of the Social Democrats joined The Last Word to discuss the announcement, having earlier called it a "disgrace." To listen to the full chat, press 'PLAY' on this page!

Journalist Paul Cullen has followed the construction of the new National Children's hospital since the very beginning. Years later, there is still no certainty as to when the hospital will open. Paul joins The Last Word to discuss why this much needed facility has faced so many delays and spiralling costs, as detailed in his new book 'Billion Dollar Baby'. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Mark Moriarty joins Frank Greaney on The Last Word to celebrate the release of his new book ‘Everyday Delicious’. Mark tells Frank about the most important utensils to keep in your kitchen and why simplicity is the key ingredient to enjoying delicious home cooked meals. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the chat.

As a result of the weekends protests, over 2,500 arrests have been made while 1,500 shops were looted and destroyed. Paris based Irish Times contributor, Lara Marlowe, joined The Last Word to give us the latest on the escalating situation. To hear the full chat, press 'PLAY' on this page!

Sarah Slattery of TravelExpert.ie joins The Last Word to explore alternative holiday destinations this Winter.  To listen to the full chat, press 'PLAY' on this page!

Liam Toland and Paul Wallace speak to Matt on The Last Word to preview the start of the new Investec Champions Cup season. Hit the 'Play' button on this page to hear the chat.

Shane Phelan, Legal Affairs Editor with the Irish Independent, explains why there has been further action by solicitors engaged in a dispute over criminal legal aid payment reforms. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

New research indicates that the average Irish adult loses €150 a year due to social awkwardness. Sally Rooney’s books will no longer be published in the UK due to her support for Palestine Action. And rental accommodation for fans attending The Ryder Cup in Adare next year is being advertised for up to €99,000. Aoife Barry and Cathal O’Sullivan join The Last Word to discuss the week’s trending stories. Catch the full chat by pressing the ‘Play’ button on this page!