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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 at 6 PM IST. Weekend After-Show every Sunday at 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 an...

Series Episodes

Is Seeking Therapy a Sign of Weakness in Men? Playing

Is Seeking Therapy a Sign of Weakness in Men?

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Why do so many men still view seeking professional help or opening up as a sign of weakness?On this Sunday After-Show edition of the Not So Christian Brothers, Colm Hayes, Justin Caffrey, and Terry Tech unpack the public backlash surrounding former Irish footballer James McClean’s recent comments on therapy. The trio discuss the dangers of bottling up emotions, share their own personal experiences with therapy and meditation, and explore why addressing underlying anger requires far more strength than hiding behind it.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 AMChapter Timings 00:00 - Dislocated Broadcasts & Studio Updates01:35 - Facial Hair Styles & Shaving Routines04:10 - James McClean’s Controversy & Men's Therapy Debates06:38 - Addressing Anger, Emotional Expression, and Stigmas09:01 - Daily Mindset Practices, Meditation, and Routine12:35 - Premier League Football Debates & Footballer Mindsets15:30 - Justin’s Personal Therapy Story & Realisations17:15 - Finding the Right Therapist & Suitcase Analogy20:15 - Strange Health Stories: Self-Treatment Horror Stories23:30 - Medical Myths, Health Advice, and Episode Wrap-Up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

24 mins

25 October Finished

Is European Unrest Reaching a Breaking Point? (Plus Modern Hotel Disasters) Playing

Is European Unrest Reaching a Breaking Point? (Plus Modern Hotel Disasters)

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Why are curfews and social unrest spreading across major European cities, and what is driving the economic strain?Broadcasting from Sardinia, London, and Greystones, Colm Hayes, Justin Caffrey, and Terry Tech break down recent European curfews, economic inflation, and demographic shifts. The trio also share humorous observations on modern hotel trends, trendy coffee shop layouts, and unusual health crazes, before examining the broader geopolitical landscape.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 AMChapter Timings 00:00 - Modern Hotel Disasters & Communal Seating02:50 - Trendy Coffee Shops & Urban Frustrations05:10 - Sardinia, Camper Vans, and Word Origins07:30 - Extreme Diets, Beard Care, and Grooming Advice10:00 - Artificial Intelligence Models & Style Experiments12:00 - Hotel Expectations vs Flip-Flops16:40 - European Curfews & Social Unrest Breakdown22:00 - Law Enforcement Differences Across Europe24:40 - Inflation Rates, Fuel Subsidies, and Economic Pressures28:30 - Geopolitical History, Spooks, and Sunday Preview Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

33 mins

22 October Finished

Are Nursery Rhymes Being Cancelled? (Plus Social Media & Modern Censorship) Playing

Are Nursery Rhymes Being Cancelled? (Plus Social Media & Modern Censorship)

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Should classic nursery rhymes like Baa Baa Black Sheep and Humpty Dumpty be rewritten for modern audiences?In this Sunday After-Show edition of the Not So Christian Brothers, Colm Hayes, Justin Caffrey, and Terry Tech examine the rise of political correctness and attempts to alter historical children’s rhymes. The team discuss the importance of preserving historical context rather than whitewashing the past, explore the long-term impact of social media algorithms on young minds, and reflect on podcasting culture while Justin continues his search for a new home in Malta.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 AMChapter Timings 00:00 - International Set-Up & Political Correctness Debate01:16 - Rewriting Classic Nursery Rhymes & PETA Campaigns04:32 - Grim Fairy Tales & Precautionary Stories for Children06:30 - Fact-Checking Language Origins & Apologies08:17 - Political Correctness, Censorship, and Preserving History10:29 - Social Media Impact, Algorithms, and Young Audiences11:34 - Podcasting Culture & Family Guest Ideas13:24 - Living Set-Ups in Malta & Courtyard Architecture14:19 - Apartment Hunting in Malta & Practical Living Choices15:08 - International Travel Preview & Episode Wrap-Up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

15 mins

18 October Finished

Why Ireland's New Investment Scheme Missed the Mark Playing

Why Ireland's New Investment Scheme Missed the Mark

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Why are financial experts criticising Ireland's new investment account scheme, and will it actually help everyday savers?Broadcasting from London, Malta, and Greystones, Justin Caffrey, Colm Hayes, and Terry Tech break down the government's latest savings accounts, Budget housing tax changes, and single-cigarette vending machine urban legends. The team also observes "National Face Your Fears Day" by confronting personal phobias—from claustrophobia to financial instability—and explores the psychology of mindset and motivation.Catch a brand-new episode of the Not So Christian Brothers twice a week:🎬 Main Show: Every Thursday @ 6:00 PM🚪 The After-Show: Sundays @ 8:00 AMChapter Timings 00:00 - Dislocated Broadcasting & Studio Updates02:30 - School Uniforms, Pub Stories, and Nostalgia05:10 - Cigarette Pricing & Vending Machine Myths08:10 - Historical Phoenix Park Stories09:35 - Ireland's New Investment Scheme Breakdown16:25 - Budget Rent Allowance & Housing Impact18:50 - Facing Your Fears: Phobias & Modern Psychology24:50 - Extreme Bungee Jump Experiences32:00 - Financial Security, Scarcity, and Mindset37:30 - Manifestation, Mind Control, and Positive Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

42 mins

15 October Finished

Why Do We Get So Emotionally Attached to Property? Playing

Why Do We Get So Emotionally Attached to Property?

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Why do we form intense emotional connections to houses before we even own them?Broadcasting from London and Greystones, Justin Caffrey, Colm Hayes, and Terry Tech explore the psychological highs and lows of house hunting, bidding wars, and property attachment. The team also reviews Irish broadcasting releases, shares surprising historical origins behind common everyday phrases, and examine the psychological shift towards caring less about public perception as we age.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 AMChapter Timings 00:00 - Hotel Check-Ins & Paddington Location Lore01:30 - New Irish Drama & Television Recommendations04:00 - The Surprising History Behind Everyday Expressions05:50 - Cameos, Television Set Memories, and Acting Stories08:00 - Bidding Wars & The Psychology of Property Attachment10:35 - People Pleasing, Personal Style, and Social Perception13:09 - Moving On, Personal Belongings, and Life Transitions17:10 - Visualising Future Homes & Ideal Living Spaces18:02 - Environmental Movements, Protests, and History20:23 - Social Media Engagement & Episode Wrap-Up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

22 mins

11 October Finished

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