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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

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

This Baby Will Live to 150?! (Plus Airport Meltdowns & Longevity Secrets) Playing

This Baby Will Live to 150?! (Plus Airport Meltdowns & Longevity Secrets)

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Could the first human destined to live to 150 years of age already be amongst us?Join Justin Caffrey, Colm Hayes, and Terry Tech as they investigate new scientific predictions surrounding human lifespan, biohacking trends, and the impact of ultra-processed foods on modern health. Justin shares a chaotic story from Malta Airport involving flight delays and public outbursts, while the team unpack daily habits, caffeine consumption, and intriguing spiritual lore.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 Studio Set-Up & Heathrow Fog Delays02:53 - Malta Airport Confrontation & Travel Friction05:09 - Scientific Predictions: Living to 150 Years Old06:45 - Anti-Ageing Breakthroughs, Wealth, and Biohacking10:37 - Perspective on Longevity & Modern Diets12:19 - Ultra-Processed Foods vs Whole Foods Debate17:44 - Happiness, Diet Choices, and Carbohydrates20:33 - Daily Coffee Intake Statistics & Morning Habits24:04 - Digital Inbox Management & Unread Email Habits26:46 - Preview: Sunday After-Show & Spiritual Lore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

31 mins

8 October Finished

Finding the 1979 Popemobile, Maltese Culture, and Manchester City’s Legal Battles Playing

Finding the 1979 Popemobile, Maltese Culture, and Manchester City’s Legal Battles

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What happens to iconic historical vehicles, and how do financial regulations shape top-tier football?Broadcasting across borders, Justin Caffrey provides updates on settling into Malta, from navigating local customs and accents to uncovering 17th-century cellars. Joined by Colm Hayes and Terry Tech, the team recount extraordinary stories surrounding the 1979 Papal visit to Ireland, search for the whereabouts of the original Popemobile, and break down the major financial compliance cases facing Premier League football clubs.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 Broadcast Set-Up & Moving to Malta02:53 - Local Customs, Accents, and Life in Malta05:30 - Family Memories, Telephone Etiquette, and Local Drinks08:32 - The 1979 Papal Visit to Ireland & Historic Artefacts11:34 - Uncovering Historical Cellars & Vatican Lore15:15 - Finding the 1979 Popemobile & The Rental Story17:43 - Premier League Financial Governance & Legal Cases21:40 - Historical Controversies in European Football23:52 - Irish Podcast Award Categories & Community Submissions26:40 - Listener Feedback & Show Announcements Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

27 mins

4 October Finished

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