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Not so Christian Brothers

Podcast Series Not so Christian Brothers

🎙️ Welcome to the Not So Christian Brothers Podcast! 

New episodes every Thursday @ 6 PM IST | Weekend "After Show" every Sunday @ 8 AM IST.

Meet veteran Irish radio broadcaster Colm Hayes (RTÉ, FM104, Ireland’s Classic Hits) and his brother, renowned high-performance coach, psychologist, and entrepreneur Justin Caffrey. They might share the same DNA, but they couldn’t be more different. 

Together, they host Ireland's most candid podcast on modern masculinity, mental health, business strategy, and lifestyle. No topics are off-limits. From sobriety, marriage, and grief to fatherhood, business failures, global politics, and Dublin childhood memories—they take the sacred cows of modern life...

Series Episodes

Humanoid Robots, Weird 80s Movies & Why Dating Has Changed Playing

Humanoid Robots, Weird 80s Movies & Why Dating Has Changed

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Are humanoid robots about to take over athletics and daily domestic life? In this Sunday After-Show edition of the Not So Christian Brothers, Justin Caffrey, Colm Hayes, and Terry Tech react to the 2026 World Humanoid Robot Games, complete with sprinting androids and bizarre scenario-based trials. The team dives into modern dating trends, discussing eye-opening statistics about relationships and communication. The conversation then shifts to nostalgic 80s cinema, testing their knowledge on top-rated films from Amadeus to Raiders of the Lost Ark, while recalling unusual local names and cultural trends from their youth. Catch a brand new episode of the Not So Christian Brothers twice a week:🎬 Main Show: Every Thursday @ 6:00 PM🚪 The After-Show: Every Sunday @ 8:00 AM Chapters 00:00 - The 2026 World Humanoid Robot Games & Robot Cheerleaders01:36 - Sprinting Androids, Mattresses & Unexpected Mishaps02:41 - Future Tech, Domestic Robots & Social Trends04:19 - Shifting Relationship Dynamics & Modern Communication06:38 - Back-of-Napkin Math & Theoretical Robot Uses08:57 - Pop Culture References & Sci-Fi Tropes10:49 - Retrospective Look at Classic 80s Films13:00 - Hollywood Themes & Changing Cinema Standards14:26 - Political History & Historical Shifts17:28 - Quiz Time: Top-Rated 1980s Movies21:09 - Unique Names, Cultural Trends & Local Memories22:40 - Wrap-Up & Social Media Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

23 mins

30 August Finished

The Sardine Challenge, Lobster Escapes & What Really Happens in Abattoirs Playing

The Sardine Challenge, Lobster Escapes & What Really Happens in Abattoirs

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What happens when you eat nothing but canned sardines for three days straight? In this Thursday edition of the Not So Christian Brothers, Justin Caffrey, Colm Hayes, and Terry Tech dig into extreme dietary shifts, from pure carnivore living to vegetarianism, ketosis, and the sudden realization that sleeping in the spare room might be necessary after a seafood binge. The lads share unbelievable stories from past jobs, including Justin’s teenage experience training at an abattoir and Colm’s chaotic stint working with Christmas turkeys. They also recall a bizarre lobster rescue attempt in Puerto Banús, debate the ethics of seafood preparation, and tackle the ultimate question: how did humans ever decide to start eating eggs? Catch a brand new episode of the Not So Christian Brothers twice a week:🎬 Main Show: Every Thursday @ 6:00 PM🚪 The After-Show: Every Sunday @ 8:00 AM Chapter Timings 00:00 - The 3-Day Sardine Experiment & No-Carb Diets01:05 - Puerto Banús Lobster Rescue Incident03:05 - Dalkey Lobster Festival & Public Demonstrations04:09 - Episode Welcome & Host Backstory05:22 - Kitchen Culinary Habits & Animal Ethics07:28 - Butcher Apprenticeships & Abattoir Experiences10:17 - Working with Turkeys in Portmarnock13:26 - Cooking Pheasant & Game Meat Traditions14:15 - Hunting vs Factory Farming Debates16:16 - Animal Consciousness & Terminology18:52 - Early Human Food Discoveries & Egg History20:21 - Transitioning Between Veganism & Carnivore Diets25:31 - Health Benefits, Ketosis & Sardine Nutrition27:10 - Hare Krishna Beliefs & Sacred Cow Traditions29:00 - Fast Food Production Theories & Robot Teaser Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

30 mins

27 August Finished

Have Restaurant Complaints Gone Too Far? (When Bad Reviews Get Out of Hand) Playing

Have Restaurant Complaints Gone Too Far? (When Bad Reviews Get Out of Hand)

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Is modern complaining out of control, or are we just standing up for better standards? In this Sunday After-Show edition of the Not So Christian Brothers, Justin Caffrey, Colm Hayes, and Terry Tech open up about public grievances, online critiques, and where the line is between justified feedback and downright obnoxious behaviour. The lads discuss everything from food influencers reviewing local chippers to Colm's hilarious and chaotic real-life dining room altercations—including notes handed over by waiters and confrontation over dirty fingernails. Meanwhile, Terry shares local Greystones history, from class dynamics and Protestant-Catholic heritage to urban myths about secret convent tunnels. 🍞 NATIONAL TEFAL TOASTER GIVEAWAY! 🍞We are giving away top-of-the-range Tefal toasters worth over €100 each across our regular shows! To enter the upcoming draws: Like this episodeSubscribe to the channelShare the episodeTag a friend in the comments section below Catch a brand new episode of the Not So Christian Brothers twice a week:🎬 Main Show: Every Thursday @ 6:00 PM🚪 The After-Show: Every Sunday @ 8:00 AM Chapter Timings 00:00 - Convent Tunnel Rumours & School Myths01:09 - Meet the Hosts & Sunday After-Show Introductions02:18 - Social Media Reviews & Restaurant Critiques04:09 - Greystones History & Class Dynamics06:22 - Dalkey Tunnels & Convent Folklore07:38 - Hotel Reception Encounters & Public Complaints09:43 - Colm's Restaurant Incident: Letters & Loud Tables12:14 - Catering Hygiene Standards & Incident Reporting14:33 - How to Complain Appropriately with Decorum16:39 - Restaurant Escort Incident & Banning Debate18:02 - Summary & Channel Subscriptions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

20 mins

23 August Finished

Are the Rose of Tralee & Modern Culture Getting Out of Hand? Playing

Are the Rose of Tralee & Modern Culture Getting Out of Hand?

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Has television entertainment lost its mind, or are we just watching the world change? In this week's episode of the Not So Christian Brothers, Colm Hayes and Justin Caffrey unpack the cultural phenomenon that is the Rose of Tralee. From Irish dancing fused with Somali culture to stage-made spice bags, the team debates whether the iconic pageant has truly evolved or if the format is as frivolous as ever. The conversation takes a dive into tech and global power as the brothers dissect Elon Musk’s plans to remake Homer’s Odyssey using full AI, the rise of tech narcissism, and space tourism. Plus, the team explores bizarre historical and global death rituals, from traditional Irish "keeners" or professional mourners to South American family traditions. 🍞 NATIONAL TEFAL TOASTER GIVEAWAY CONTINUES! 🍞Our nationwide Tefal toaster giveaway is still running! We are giving away top-of-the-range Tefal toasters worth over €100 each. To enter the upcoming draws, make sure you like this episode, subscribe to the channel, and tag a friend in our social media comments. Catch a brand new episode of the Not So Christian Brothers twice a week:Main Show: Every Thursday @ 6:00 PMThe After-Show: Every Sunday @ 8:00 AM Subscribe today and share this episode with a friend! Chapter Timings00:00 - Neutral Athletes, Swimming, & Drug-Enhanced Olympics Debates03:22 - Elon Musk’s $150M AI Odyssey Film & Cinema’s Future04:37 - Space Exploration Realities & Why Living on Mars is a Fallacy07:10 - Media Narcissism & Being Featured in Local Newspapers08:08 - The Rose of Tralee Debate: Spice Bags, Escorts, & Pageant Culture15:38 - Modern Media Desks & The History of Newsroom Aesthetics21:46 - Global Power Dynamics: Historical Empires vs. Modern Tech Billionaires23:44 - Bizarre Global Traditions: Exhumation Rituals & Irish Wakes26:47 - The History of Irish "Keeners" & Professional Funeral Mourners28:38 - Wrap-Up, Channel Subscriptions, & Tefal Giveaway Details Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

29 mins

20 August Finished

31 Weddings in One Year, The Jacksons Tour, & Big Life Milestones Playing

31 Weddings in One Year, The Jacksons Tour, & Big Life Milestones

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How many weddings is too many in a single year? In this Sunday After-Show, Colm Hayes, Justin Caffrey, and Terry Tech react to the mind-boggling reality of modern 20-somethings attending upwards of 31 weddings in twelve months—complete with destination trips, pizza vans, and two-day celebrations. On a personal note, Colm reflects on his son Alex’s wedding, sharing bittersweet family memories, origin stories behind the name, and what it feels like watching the next generation step into married life. The lads also talk music nostalgia, covering the Jacksons touring Ireland alongside Sister Sledge, Nile Rogers, and memories of iconic live gigs. Plus, Justin debates whether expensive African safaris are worth it when you can watch David Attenborough in 4K, and the team unearths the wild story behind the 2013 Liberace biopic Behind the Candelabra! 🍞 TEFAL TOASTER GIVEAWAY UPDATE! 🍞The nationwide Tefal toaster giveaway continues! We are giving away top-of-the-range Tefal toasters worth over €100 each. To make sure you are entered in the upcoming draws, like this episode, subscribe to the channel, and tag a friend in our social media comments! Catch a brand new episode of the Not So Christian Brothers twice a week:Main Show: Every Thursday @ 6:00 PMThe After-Show: Every Sunday @ 8:00 AM Chapters00:00 - The 31 Weddings Craze: Modern Hipster & Destination Marriage Culture01:07 - The Jacksons & Sister Sledge Live at the 3Arena04:05 - Seeing Music Legends Live vs. Watching Gigs on DVD04:26 - Safaris, Serengeti Photos, & Why Justin Prefers David Attenborough06:22 - Garth Brooks & His Secret 1999 Alter Ego Album (Chris Gaines)07:29 - Movie Retrospective: Behind the Candelabra & Raising Pre-Production Money11:25 - Bittersweet Milestones: Colm Reflects on His Son Alex’s Wedding Day14:21 - Tuscany Honeymoons, Two-Day Wedding Afters, & Food Trucks18:00 - Wrap-Up, Channel Subscriptions, & Tefal Giveaway Details Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18 mins

16 August Finished

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