Not so Christian Brothers

It is time to announce our very first Tefal toaster winner! In this week's After-Show, Colm Hayes, Justin Caffrey, and Terry Tech reveal the lucky Dublin listener taking home a brand-new top-of-the-range toaster worth over €100. But do not worry if you missed out—there are still TWO more premium T-fal toasters left in the studio giveaway! The conversation kicks off with family memories, as the brothers recall an eccentric uncle who promised an inheritance for fifty years, only to leave behind a pair of driving gloves. They explore the strange phenomenon of naming all your children the same name, before shifting to modern technology and interrailing across Europe. Justin shares how his son navigates major European cities using TikTok as a real-time Lonely Planet guide, leading to a debate on why younger generations prioritise experiences over buying physical items. Plus, the lads review Season 5 of The Bear, discuss restaurant culture, and address the podcast's rapidly growing male viewership! 🎁 THE NATIONAL T-FAL TOASTER GIVEAWAY CONTINUES! 🎁We still have TWO Tefal toasters to give away over the next two Sundays!To enter, make sure you like this show, subscribe to the podcast, share the episode, and tag a friend in the comment section! 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 Hit follow, leave a rating, and share this episode with a friend today! Chapter Timings00:00 - Baby Names: Tyson Fury & The Prince Trend00:30 - Announcing Our First T-fal Toaster Winner!02:30 - How to Enter for the Remaining Two Toaster Giveaways03:38 - Godfather Duties & Family Inheritance Stories05:51 - Uncle Arthur’s Will: £500 Sterling vs. A Pair of Driving Gloves07:53 - Adult Subscription Platforms & Social Media Trends10:34 - Inter-railing in 2026: Using TikTok as the New Lonely Planet12:45 - How TikTok Search Works for Travel, Coffee, & Restaurants15:46 - TV Review: The Bear Season 5 & The Realities of Hospitality18:00 - Behind the Scenes in TV Writing Rooms: Why Shows Flag & Recover20:38 - Wrap-Up: Growing Audience Statistics & Sunday Farewell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when your bike lock jams outside the 40 Foot and you have to walk back through Woody's with a pair of bolt cutters while wearing a helmet so you don't look like a thief? Colm Hayes opens this week's main show with another classic "Larry David moment," while Justin Caffrey details his week of extreme ketogenic eating—which involved eating nothing but sardines for three days straight. The conversation quickly shifts to music nostalgia, covering Stevie Nicks’ iconic guitar riff on Edge of 17, Beth Orton's emotional new release The Ground Above, and the legendary studio documentary detailing how Fleetwood Mac made Rumours. Later, the lads address a viral LinkedIn post written by Justin about raising children and navigating the "empty-nest" transition. When your kids leave for university, do you sit around waiting for them to visit, or do you completely reinvent your life and your marriage? The team dives into relationship dynamics, the myth of chasing non-stop happiness, and why living strictly "in the moment" might actually be overrated. 🎁 THE NATIONAL TEFAL TOASTER GIVEAWAY IS STILL ON! 🎁Tefal was so impressed with the community response that they offered to send a 40-foot lorry of toasters! We are giving away THREE top-of-the-range Tefal toasters (worth over €100 each). To enter, like this video, subscribe to the channel, share the episode, and tag a friend in the comment section below. Winners will be announced on the first Sunday in August! 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 Hit follow, leave a rating, and share this episode with a friend today! Chapter Timings00:00 - Non-Judgmental Thinking: Spoons vs. People00:30 - Tefal Toaster Giveaway & Ketogenic Diet Progress01:48 - The 3-Day Sardine Cleanse: Toilet & Breath Warnings02:36 - Colm’s Bike Lock Jam & Buying Bolt Cutters in Woody's04:11 - The Beating Heart of Larry David: Spanish Airport Suit Carrier Disaster05:46 - Music Magic: Stevie Nicks, Beth Orton, & Madonna's Return10:42 - Behind the Scenes: Rolling Stones & Fleetwood Mac Studio Documentaries13:25 - Terry’s Barefoot Shoes & The YouTube Comment Conspiracy Theories17:45 - Are We Being Judged? Social Anxiety & Public Perceptions19:29 - Empty-Nest Syndrome: What Happens When Kids Go to University?21:32 - Relationship Maintenance: Making Time Together & Apart23:25 - The Constant Search Elsewhere: Travel vs. Home Comforts24:32 - Chasing Happiness & The Myth of Strict Mindfulness27:44 - Wrap Up: Toaster Giveaway Reminder & Sunday After-Show Teaser Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Could Terry’s narrow feet be the next viral sensation? In this week’s after-show, Colm Hayes, Justin Caffrey, and Terry "Twinkletoes" Tech return for an unfiltered Sunday morning session. The studio kicks off with a hilarious look at Terry’s growing fanbase—complete with a live foot inspection, discussions on shoe sizes, and an unexpected proposal to launch a dedicated foot-focused channel! The conversation then takes a nostalgic turn back to North Dublin. The brothers recall running cross-country at Santry Stadium, surviving physical training sessions, and getting chased through the woods by local Christian Brothers clad in full religious habits. Terry reveals he almost pursued the priesthood himself, sparking a sharp debate on church rules, Anglican loopholes, and the historical impact of Vatican II when Latin mass was phased out for local dialects. Later, the lads dissect high-profile public figures turning to faith during public scandals, billionaire "hedging" bets on the afterlife, and why psychological research suggests that regular quiet reflection and prayer can actually improve mental health and longevity. 🎁 THE NATIONAL TEFAL TOASTER GIVEAWAY IS STILL ON! 🎁Don't forget that we are giving away THREE top-of-the-range Tefal toasters (worth over €100 each)! All you have to do to enter is like, subscribe, tag a friend in the comments, and share the show. The lucky winners will be announced on the first Sunday in August! 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 Hit follow, leave a rating, and share this episode with a friend today! Chapter Timings00:00 - Stand-up Comedy Standouts: Shane Gillis & Kevin Hart’s Netflix Hit00:52 - Welcome Back: The "Second Coming" of Our Podcast Community01:21 - Terry’s Growing Fanbase & The Foot Stream Proposal02:53 - Live Studio Foot Inspection: Dainty Size 7s vs. Lopsided 12s04:12 - Santry Stadium Memories: North Dublin School Competitions04:42 - Cross-Country Training: Getting Chased by Habits in the Woods05:37 - Dermot Morgan & Father Ted: Unpacking Christian Brother Nuances06:40 - Terry’s Priesthood Ambitions & Considering the Anglican Route07:47 - Misconceptions & Church Rules: Celibacy vs. Chastity08:14 - Vatican II Changes: Phasing Out Latin Mass for Local Dialects11:00 - Public Figures & Finding Faith: Celebrities Under Pressure12:00 - Legal Defences & Appeals: Spiritual Rebrands and Right-Wing Backing13:27 - Youthful Bargains: Promising Mass Attendance for Football Wins14:44 - The Billionaire’s Bet: Why Successful People Hedge on the Afterlife15:45 - Mental Health & Longevity: Psychological Benefits of Daily Reflection17:34 - Envy & Sanctuary: Finding Quiet Reflection in Empty Spaces18:54 - Internal Quietness: Breaking Away from the Busyness of Modern Life20:05 - Toaster Giveaway Reminder: Entering Before the August Deadline Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why are simple kitchen habits still dividing households across the country? In this week's main show, Colm Hayes and Justin Caffrey return to tackle the ongoing cultural fallout from their viral toaster debates. To help smooth things over, their friends at T-fal have stepped in with an incredible giveaway, offering listeners a chance to win one of three premium, state-of-the-art toasters worth over one hundred euros each! The lads break down the simple steps to enter before the winners are announced on the first Sunday in August. The studio then dives straight into the dramatic final match of the World Cup. From the intense, defensive tactics that neutralised the game to the hilarious antics of global leaders celebrating on stage behind bulletproof glass, Colm and Justin give their honest, unfiltered review of the tournament’s conclusion. Tech-man Terry questions the rule changes, while the brothers debate whether the over-the-top halftime show performance actually missed the mark for traditional football fans. Finally, as summer holiday season peaks, Justin shares his expert travel wisdom as a seasoned international commuter. Learn the exact lane shortcuts to take at security, how to master airport "slipstreams" to bypass slow queues, and why investing a few extra euros in premium terminal services will completely transform your travel experience. 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 Hit follow, leave a review, and make sure to enter the toaster giveaway on our social channels today! Chapter Timings00:00 - The Tefal Giveaway: Resolving the Great Toaster Controversy01:19 - Left Footers vs. Right Footers: Do Denominations Butter Bread Differently?02:00 - Nostalgia Corner: Central Heating, Colour TV, and Our Very First Grill02:24 - Giveaway Deadline: Entering Before the First Sunday in August03:10 - Football Final Review: Spain’s Defensive Blanket vs. Argentina04:41 - Historical Realities: Comparing International Team Aggression05:37 - Stage Antics: Public Figures, Celebrations, and Bulletproof Glass06:42 - Corporate Influence: Debating Leadership Decisions in Global Football07:47 - Travel Warnings: Business Partners and International Entry Restrictions08:02 - Halftime Show Analysis: Pre-recorded Sets and Pulse-Racing Performances09:40 - Television Standards: How Classic Children's Broadcasts Changed Titles10:40 - Looney Tunes Realism: Bugs Bunny, Tom & Jerry, and Cartoon Logic11:55 - 1970s Television Subtext: The Strange Behind-the-Scenes Writing13:25 - Character Tropes: Cross-dressing and Repression in Classic Media14:00 - The Seasoned Traveller: Why Justin Can't Stay in One Place15:00 - Airport Survival: Managing the Stress of the Terminal Gates15:24 - Dublin Airport Hacks: Security Time-Savers and Lane Upgrades16:47 - Queue Etiquette: Navigating the Rollercoaster of Security Paths18:14 - The Racing Slipstream: Following Organised Business Travellers19:20 - Mid-Terminal Sprint: Navigating Flight Gates in Malta and Rome20:28 - Meticulous Packing: Using Vacuum Pumps and Organised Luggage21:27 - New Scanner Technology: The Evolution of Liquid and Electronic Checks22:34 - Terminal Lounges: Evaluating the Best Value Experiences in Europe23:37 - Duty-Free Strategy: Avoiding Sample Sprayers and Turning Right24:24 - Final Reminder: How to Secure Your Premium Tefal Entry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Has a simple kitchen appliance completely polarised the nation? In this week’s after-show, Colm Hayes and Justin Caffrey return to smooth over the absolute chaos caused by their viral Catholic versus Protestant toaster debate. Thanks to their friends at Tefal, they have three premium toasters to give away to listeners, irrespective of race, creed, or colour. They break down the exact rules of the competition, including why tech-man Terry will be using his non-judgmental feet to pick the winners out of a basket! The conversation takes an unexpected historical turn as the brothers investigate the bizarre classical history of Roman and Imperial Chinese court eunuchs, detailing the agonizing realities of their daily lives and a strange connection to certain modern political figures. Finally, the studio tackles the heavy reality of modern media consumption. With close to 40% of the population completely switching off traditional news since the pandemic, the lads debate the dangerous rise of unfiltered propaganda algorithms on social media. From the playbook of right-wing media empires to the erosion of political ethics, Colm and Justin explore why society is stepping away from the middle ground and what it means for the future of global democracy. 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 Hit follow, leave a review, and make sure to enter the giveaway on our social channels today! Chapter Timings00:00 - The Tefal Toaster Giveaway: Uniting a Divided Nation00:40 - Competition Rules: How to Enter and Win01:15 - Terry’s Non-Judgmental Toes: Selecting the Winners02:11 - Studio Banter: Wardrobe Fans and Fake Followers04:08 - Wild WhatsApp Group Names: Badminton and Hysterectomies05:50 - Classical History: The Strange Power of Court Eunuchs07:41 - The Medical Reality: How Did Eunuchs Actually Function?09:30 - Global Political Rumours and Incontinence Debates10:30 - Why Society is Disengaging from Modern Politics11:30 - The Death of the Middle Ground and Rising Extremism12:42 - Social Media Propaganda: How Algorithms Shift Beliefs14:05 - Comparing the Dangerous Realities of Political Extremes16:34 - UK Politics: Predictions for Future Leadership Shifts17:38 - Corporate Ownership: The Strange Setup of Political Parties18:14 - Media Empires: Inside the Rise of Tabloid Propaganda19:24 - Slogans and Strategy: The History of Political Marketing20:25 - The Candidate: How Political Ethics Automatically Decay22:18 - Looking to Alternative Global Government Models23:04 - Back to the Bread: Final Giveaway Criteria & Tefal Specs24:34 - Cultural Backgrounds and Kitchen Counter Etiquette25:45 - The Correct Toasting Technique: Avoiding Carcinogens27:30 - Soft Toast vs. Grilled Bread: Terry’s Kitchen Confession Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.