Not so Christian Brothers

The After Show gets heated this week as the "Not So Christian Brothers" tackle the most explosive topics of the moment: Racism, Free Speech, and Woke Culture.Justin opens with a story about his 91-year-old mother’s views on immigration (despite having a multicultural family) . This sparks a fierce debate about the "No Blacks, No Dogs, No Irish" era and Justin recounts the moment he was looked down on and called "Paddy" at a black-tie event in London.The debate intensifies:The Refugee Hierarchy: Colm and Rebecca discuss why Ukrainian refugees were welcomed while others were told to "get back in the queue" .Free Speech vs. Hate Speech: Colm argues that hate speech facilitates dictators, while Justin counters that suppressing free speech is the real danger .Health Check: From politics to... planks. Terry claims he did a 20-minute plank while watching football , and Justin gives a graphic update on his sugar detox (and his bowel movements)📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday🗓️ Release Date: Sunday, 18/01/2026⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Intro: Justin’s Mother & The "Foreigner" Debate 01:43 – Are we racist? Ukrainians vs. Other Refugees 03:54 – "No Irish, No Dogs": Justin’s experience in London 05:20 – Is "Woke Culture" killing banter? (The Kneecap argument) 07:03 – The Big Debate: Does Free Speech allow for Hate Speech? 11:07 – Terry’s 20-Minute Plank Challenge 12:11 – Justin’s "Sugar Free" Poo Update (The Bristol Stool Chart)📌 Important Listener NotesTrigger Warning: This episode contains strong discussions on racism and hate speech.Support: Please like, subscribe, and follow us to help us keep the lights on! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Not So Christian Brothers are back with an explosive episode that swings from Hollywood absurdity to serious political scandal.Colm kicks things off with a review of "Marty Supreme," the new Timothée Chalamet movie about the gritty underground world of table tennis, which he claims is the best film of the year .Then, things get serious... The lads dive deep into the rising political tension in Ireland:The Eddie Hobbs Theory: Is he being positioned as Ireland’s answer to Donald Trump? Justin breaks down the connection between Hobbs and Steve Bannon, who has declared he is focusing on "The Irish Issue" .The Deportation Scandal: Colm makes a shocking claim that the government is illegally arresting people on the street and preparing a "secret flight" to Nigeria to appease right-wing voters before the election .The Class Divide: Justin argues that working-class communities are being ignored by the "liberal wealthy," leading to the rise of the far-right .Also in this episode:Marty Whelan’s Moustache: Rumour has it that when the legendary presenter passes away, his upper lip is going to the National Museum .Radio Secrets: Why presenters are forced to say the station name after every song.Justin Quits Sugar: The update on his new Allen Carr lifestyle.📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday🗓️ Release Date: Thursday, 15/01/2026⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Intro: Timothée Chalamet looks like Colm’s son (and the Marty Supreme review).02:40 – Competitive Bed Making & Roller Derby Violence.05:30 – Radio Secrets: Why DJs talk so much.10:30 – Is Eddie Hobbs Ireland’s Donald Trump?.14:16 – Steve Bannon & "The Irish Issue" .18:26 – The "Bear Trap": The Occupied Territories Bill.19:40 – BOMBSHELL: Colm on illegal deportations & secret flights .25:35 – The Class War: Why the working class feels disenfranchised .33:00 – Anthony Scaramucci & American Fascism.📌 Important Listener NotesSensitive Topics: This episode discusses immigration, deportation, and political extremism.Support: Please like, subscribe, and follow the podcast to help us keep the lights on! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Colm is back on Irish soil! With Justin away working (possibly in Gibraltar... or the toilet), Rebecca steps into the co-host chair to debrief Colm on his emotional and chaotic trip to the USA.Colm opens up about spending his first Christmas without his wife, Anne. He shares a raw and powerful moment of realisation on the Brooklyn Bridge and describes the solitude of walking to Ground Zero alone at 6:30 AM on Christmas morning .But it wasn't all heavy:Miami Vice: Colm reports on the insane security in South Beach for New Year's Eve—including police drones and actual TANKS on the streets .Rip-Off America: The team discusses the eye-watering cost of living in the US, where a glass of wine is $15 and tipping culture has hit 42%.The Smell of NYC: Why New York now smells exclusively of "weed and rotting vegetation".Grief is the Word: Colm reveals he has started writing about his loss and is considering turning it into a one-man play .Damp January: Forget Dry January; Colm explains why he is committing to a "Damp" one instead.📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday🗓️ Release Date: Sunday, 11/01/2026⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Intro: Colm Returns (and Terry’s "backless pants" idea) 01:30 – Miami Chaos: Drag shows and Tanks on the beach 03:09 – Why Colm would never live in Miami (Traffic Nightmares) 04:54 – New York: Walking through movie sets & The Ghostbusters Garage 05:34 – The Emotional Core: "Crossing the Bridge" of grief in Brooklyn 07:30 – Christmas Morning alone at the World Trade Center 11:32 – The Shakespearean Uber Driver from Puerto Rico 14:10 – Dreaming of Anne & Writing "Grief is the Word" 18:50 – Stranded in Tennessee: Cowboys & Dollywood 20:00 – Rip-Off Alert: $80 Wine and Tipping Culture 21:48 – Why New York smells like weed 26:23 – The photo of Holly (and seeing Anne in her) 33:23 – What is "Damp January"? 📌 Important Listener NotesJustin Update: Justin is away this week (working hard, we assume).Socials: Follow us on Instagram @notsochristianbrothers to see the photos of Colm on the Brooklyn Bridge.Support: Please like, subscribe, and follow the podcast to help us grow in 2026! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The chaos of the New Year continues as Justin, Colm, and Rebecca dive deeper into their 2026 predictions—and things get dark (and hilarious).Colm reveals a terrifying Nostradamus prediction about a "stench and pestilence" sweeping Europe, linked to a new theory about mosquitoes hitchhiking on airplanes . Justin argues that society has become too "namby-pamby" and offended by everything, leading to extreme reactions .We also discuss:The "Pregnancy" Debate: Justin states firmly that men cannot get pregnant and argues we need to stop pretending otherwise .Furniture People: Colm talks about an Instagram influencer who identifies as a coffee table (yes, really) .The Missing Years of Jesus: Justin doubles down on his theory that Jesus trained as a Buddhist monk in the Khyber Pass and didn't die on the cross .Fashion & Fitness: Why "dress for the job you want" means 80s shoulder pads are back, and Colm’s plan to walk the Camino in 2026 .📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday🗓️ Release Date: Sunday, 04/01/2026⏱️ Chapter00:00 – Intro: Val Doonican & Justin’s Jumper 01:28 – Nostradamus 2026: The "Stench and Pestilence" 03:05 – Are We Too Easily Offended? (The "Namby Pamby" Debate) 06:40 – The Influencer Who Identifies as a Coffee Table 08:51 – Justin: "Men Cannot Be Pregnant" 10:44 – Colm’s Big Plan: Walking the Camino in 2026 12:54 – Fashion: The Return of Formal Wear & Blazers 19:24 – The End of the World (Hebrew Texts & The Antichrist) 21:40 – Conspiracy: Did Jesus Survive the Cross? 30:00 – AI Update: How to make money with ChatGPT 5.2📌 Important Listener NotesPoll: Check out our Spotify poll on whether men and women can really be friends.Support: Please like, subscribe, and follow us on Spotify and YouTube to help us grow in 2026!Socials: Follow us on Instagram @notsochristianbrothers for clips and chaos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy New Year! We kick off 2026 with a bang as the full team reunites to predict the future. Colm has run his theories through ChatGPT and predicts a United Ireland... sort of, involving a civil war between Munster and Leinster fought exclusively with garden furniture .Justin drops his serious financial forecast for the year, warning of a "Dead Cat Bounce" in the US markets and explaining why he thinks the rich are about to get richer off AI .We also cover:The Jesus Conspiracy: Justin argues that Jesus spent his "missing years" training as a Buddhist monk in the Khyber Pass, while Colm thinks the 11-year-old on a donkey story doesn't add up.Fashion Forecast: Why the "Green Jumper" is back, and why 2026 will see the return of formal wear (think Mad Men and Dynasty) .The "Wife Beater" Vest: A chaotic debate about sleeveless t-shirts, Stella Artois, and why Colm was once attacked by two women checking his sleeves .Dinner Party from Hell: Justin's dream dinner guests include Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, and Kim Jong Un (and Elle Macpherson just for balance)📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday🗓️ Release Date: Thursday, 01/01/2026⏱️ Chapter00:00 – Intro: Nana Mouskouri & Impure Thoughts 02:40 – Colm’s Wild 2026 Predictions (Cork Republic & Garden Furniture War) 07:35 – Justin’s Financial Forecast: The "Dead Cat Bounce" 10:30 – Crypto Update: Is Bitcoin finally a safe bet? 12:36 – Fashion Trends: Why we're all wearing suits in 2026 16:16 – The "Wife Beater" Vest Controversy 19:24 – The End of the World (According to Nostradamus & Hebrew Texts) 20:41 – The Jesus Conspiracy: Was he a Buddhist Monk? 26:00 – The Missing Bible Verse: Fasting & Praying 29:52 – AI Update: ChatGPT vs. Gemini & Becoming a Millionaire📌 Important Listener NotesFinancial Disclaimer: Justin’s comments on the US Stock Market and Bitcoin are not financial advice (even if he is wearing a serious jumper) .New Year's Resolution: Join Colm in his challenge... or don't .Support: Please like, subscribe, and follow us on Spotify and YouTube to help us take over 2026! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Merry Christmas! In this special festive episode (released early for your Christmas Eve drive), Justin is still missing in action, so Producer Rebecca steps in to save the day.This year is different for Colm. Facing his first Christmas without his wife Anne, he reveals why he can't stay in Ireland and is "running away" to New York and Miami with his kids to escape the memories of a house usually filled with lights and tradition .We also dive into:The Jesus Conspiracy: Colm claims the Pope "made up" Christmas and that Jesus was actually born on May 4th (May the 4th be with you?)The Christmas Dinner Guest List: Who would you invite, dead or alive? Colm picks Roy Keane and Reese Witherspoon, while Rebecca creates a "Bad Boy Corner" with Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and Enoch Burke .Nativity Chaos: Why Rebecca couldn't see her own child in the play, and why Colm thinks the Innkeeper today would just send Mary and Joseph to the basement car park .The "Begging Letter" Story: Colm shares a shocking story about a neighbor's "begging letter" that asked specifically for Heineken .Whether you are spending Christmas solo, with a chaotic family, or just trying to survive until the New Year, this episode is for you.📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday (Special Wednesday Release!) 🗓️ Release Date: Wednesday, 24/12/2025⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Intro: Justin is MIA & Colm hates hats 00:57 – Conspiracy Theory: Was Jesus born on May 4th? 03:13 – Colm’s Christmas Plan: Running away to New York 05:27 – Do women make the magic of Christmas? 07:49 – Rebecca’s "Protestant Christmas" vs. Colm’s "Catholic Chaos" 11:00 – Drinking at 10am: The Hayes Family Tradition 13:03 – Is Die Hard a Christmas Movie? (Terry says yes) 17:55 – The Dream Dinner Party Guest List (Roy Keane & Enoch Burke) 21:00 – Flashcards: Sea Swim or Charity Run? 24:00 – Nativity Plays: "There's no room in the Inn" 26:35 – Would you let a homeless person stay for Christmas? 28:30 – The Shocking "Heineken" Begging Letter 31:46 – Final Message: Don't let anyone ruin your day📌 Important Listener NotesJustin Update: Justin is still traveling but will return in the Christmas After Show.Support: If you are finding Christmas tough, remember Colm's advice: the only person who can ruin your day is yourself .Action: Like, subscribe, and share the podcast with someone who needs a laugh this Christmas! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The "Not So Christian Brothers" AfterShow descends into chaos as producer Rebecca takes the therapy chair (Justin is still MIA) and Terry unleashes his most controversial opinion yet.We pick up right where the main show left off with the ultimate debate: Can men and women really be just friends?Terry argues a hard "NO," claiming that if a man has a female friend, he either has slept with her or wants to . This leads to a heated clash with Rebecca and Colm, who insist their own friendship proves him wrong.Also in this episode:Sponge Bath Trauma: Colm and Rebecca get weirdly specific about "sponging" and what it reminds them of (it’s not a spa day) .The "Louisa in the Bakery" Test: Terry asks if his wife would be upset if he suddenly became best friends with a random woman he met on the street. The answer? Probably yes .The Stalker Story: Colm reveals he’s had two stalkers in his radio career, one of which he had to report to the police .Chasing vs. Being Chased: Why Colm has never been chased by a woman in his life .📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday🗓️ Release Date: Sunday, 21/12/2025⏱️ Chapter Timings00:00 – Intro: The "Sponging" Conversation (It gets weird) 02:40 – The Debate Returns: Can men and women be friends? 03:29 – Terry’s Bombshell: "Men only want one thing" 05:57 – The "Only Friends With My Wife’s Friends" Rule 06:35 – The "Louisa in the Bakery" Scenario 08:52 – The Whisper Text: Sending late-night messages from bed 10:01 – Getting Caught: Do cheaters want to be found out? 13:47 – What if a platonic friend confessed their love 5 years later? 15:30 – Rebecca’s "I’m Madly In Love With You" Horror Story 17:13 – Do men like being chased? (Colm has never been chased) 18:31 – Colm’s Stalker Story (Teaser for January!)📌 Important Listener NotesNew Shows: New episodes of the Not So Christian Brothers podcast are released every Thursday & Sunday.Justin Update: Justin will be back next week for the Christmas Special!.Poll: Check our Spotify/Socials for the poll: Can men and women be just friends? Action: Like, subscribe, and DM us your thoughts (only nice things!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Justin currently traveling (or being a "high performance Ziploc" somewhere), producer Rebecca steps out from behind the desk to take the co-host chair .This week, the "Not So Christian Brothers" tackle the age-old When Harry Met Sally debate: Can men and women have a strictly platonic friendship?. Colm insists it’s entirely possible, citing his many female friends, but Rebecca admits that at 42, she’s starting to question if men always "want something" from the interaction .Also in this episode:Movie Club: Colm raves about the new film Blue Moon and Ethan Hawke’s performance , while Rebecca explains why she thinks George Clooney has lost his edge and is just playing a narcissist in J Kelly .Workplace Horror: Colm reveals a past radio partnership so toxic that just smelling his co-host's perfume in the lift made him feel physically sick .The "Fixer" Debate: Do men try to "fix" problems while women judge? Rebecca argues that her female friends are actually the judgmental ones, while Colm is the one who just listens .Tears & Laughter: A touching look back at Colm’s speech at his wife Anne’s funeral, and why humor is the only way to survive the darkest days .📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday 🗓️ Release Date: Thursday, 18/12/2025⏱️ Chapter Timings00:00 – Intro: Where is Justin? (And Rebecca takes the chair) 01:05 – Movie Review: Blue Moon & Why Ethan Hawke deserves an Oscar 03:41 – The George Clooney Debate: Actor or Narcissist? 06:40 – Hamnet Review: Why Rebecca cried her eyes out 09:20 – How Colm & Rebecca Met (The "Mat Leave" loneliness) 11:18 – The Big Question: Can Men & Women Be Just Friends? 13:51 – Blurred Lines in the Workplace & "Robin Thicke" moments 17:04 – Men "Fix" things, but do Women "Judge"? 23:11 – Colm’s Horror Story: The Co-Host Perfume that made him sick 24:34 – Did Colm's wife ever get jealous of his female friends? 33:00 – Finding humor in grief: Colm’s speech at Anne’s funeral 34:35 – The "SuperValu Nappy Run" Story📌 Important Listener NotesNew Shows: New episodes of the Not So Christian Brothers podcast are released every Thursday & Sunday.Guest Host: Justin is away this week; Producer Rebecca steps in as the main co-host.Action: If you enjoyed the dynamic, please like, subscribe, and follow the podcast on your platform of choice! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, the lads dive headfirst into the most explosive topic of all: marriage, sex, and the reality of long-term relationships.The debate ignites immediately with Colm’s controversial "Mick Jagger Theory"—his view that older men seek younger partners because women's sex drives diminish with age. This is immediately challenged by Rebecca, who argues that a lack of interest is often due to lack of communication, feeling unvalued, and not getting what they want in bed, not menopause.Justin cuts through the chaos with a raw take on intimacy, explaining that a great sex life needs a "lead up"—it starts at breakfast, not with a "raging boner".In this episode, we challenge everything you know about commitment:The Divorce Bombshell: Why 60% of divorces are filed by women and why men statistically benefit more from marriage.The Prison of Marriage: Is staying in a bad relationship "trapped consistently failing forever," and why young people view marriage as a "prison" rather than a choice.The Choice Problem: Terry argues that "too much choice" from social media is destroying relationships and confusing people about what they truly want.Dating App Shock: Colm’s hilarious (and slightly panicked) explanation of the Grindr app.📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday 🗓️ Release Date: Sunday, 14/12/2025⏱️ Chapter Timings00:00 – Intro: The Obsession with Celebrity Marriages (Kim Cattrall & Ryan Tubridy) 02:19 – Justin: Why I Only Date Older Women (Perspective & Grounding) 03:13 – Colm’s Mick Jagger Theory: Does Female Sex Drive Disappear? 04:30 – Rebecca’s Rebuttal: Sex Drive vs. Feeling Valued in Bed 05:54 – Justin: The Pearl Jam Song That Taught Me About Orgasm 07:51 – "Sex Starts at Breakfast" – Why the Lead-up Matters 09:27 – The Commitment Barrier: Why Young People Don’t Want to Work for Sex 10:32 – Is Marriage a Prison? The Failure of a Split 11:13 – Justin: It’s Better to Get Out Than Be "Trapped Failing Forever" 11:40 – Modern Choice: Why Younger Generations Aren't Getting Married 13:11 – "You Made Your Bed": The End of Sleeping in a Bad Marriage 15:10 – The Divorce Stat: Why 60% of Divorces Are Filed By Women 17:03 – The Gender Divide: Why Men & Women See Marriage So Differently 19:15 – Terry: How "Too Much Choice" Destroys Relationships 22:30 – Colm’s Grinder Revelation: "Men Near Me" 23:21 – Outro & Final Call to Action📌 Important Listener NotesNew Shows: New episodes of the Not So Christian Brothers podcast are released every Thursday & Sunday.High Engagement: This episode features a highly opinionated and potentially triggering debate on sex and gender roles in relationships.Action: Remember to like, subscribe, and follow the podcast on your chosen platform! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is monogamy natural, or just a choice we make to keep the farm in the family? This week, Colm and Justin tear apart the concept of modern marriage.Inspired by Jack Nicholson’s line in As Good As It Gets and Kim Cattrall’s fourth marriage, the lads dive into the uncomfortable truths about long-term relationships. Colm makes a stunning admission about why he would never marry again after 35 years , while Justin argues that humans are naturally polyamorous and that most couples stop being honest the moment they say "I do" .They debate whether "staying together for the kids" is actually damaging, why so many older couples look like "dead people" just leaning on each other , and Justin challenges every listener to go home and ask their partner for a "48-hour honesty challenge" .Plus, we touch on George Clooney’s loneliness, Sean Penn’s chaotic lifestyle, and Terry’s theory of being a dog in his past life.📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday 🗓️ Release Date: Thursday, 11/12/2025⏱️ Chapter Timings00:00 – Intro: Justin’s "Confirmation Shoes" & The Power of Touch02:00 – Is This As Good As It Gets? Kim Cattrall & Jack Nicholson03:00 – Colm’s Admission: "I Would Never Marry Again" 04:30 – George Clooney, Success, and Dying Alone07:50 – Is Monogamy Natural? Justin’s Polyamory Theory 09:40 – "Staying Together for the Kids": A valid choice or a lie? 11:00 – Sean Penn, Louis Theroux & "Find What You Love and Let It Kill You"13:20 – Reincarnation: Was Justin a Double-Jointed Dog? 15:30 – The "Fine-Tuned" Version of Ourselves We Show the World18:30 – "I See Dead People": The tragedy of transactional marriages21:00 – Why Young People Think Marriage is "Gross" 24:30 – We Are All Changing: Why you aren't the person they married27:00 – The 48-Hour Honesty Challenge: Could you do it? 31:00 – Gratitude, "Ying & Yang," and Spilling Over📌 Important Listener NotesNew Shows: Catch new episodes of the Not So Christian Brothers podcast every Thursday & Sunday.High Engagement: This episode features a raw debate on marriage vs. happiness. We want to hear from you: Is honesty really the best policy in a relationship?Action: Remember to like, subscribe, and follow the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s Aftershow descends into chaos as we tackle the stress of Christmas spending, the power of cash, and Colm’s infamous history of restaurant meltdowns.We begin with the shocking admission of Colm’s assault story, where he physically grabbed a restaurant manager after a long wait for food—an incident that got his whole family banned. Justin then shares his own cringe-worthy "ape shit" complaining date.From there, we get surprisingly practical:Cash is King: Justin and Colm reveal their tactics for haggling in big box stores like Harvey Norman’s, claiming there is a 10% discount available for "difficult customers" .The Christmas Cap: Colm proposes a shocking solution to rampant holiday waste: a government "cap" on family Christmas spending, with police confiscating toys if you go over budget.We dive into the mental health pressure of "keeping up with the Joneses" , why the government's Christmas Bonus is paid at the wrong time of year , and how Justin is referred to as 'Santa' in Greystones—but Rebecca insists he looks more like Billy Bob Thornton (Bad Santa).Plus, Rebecca shares an emotional story from a nursing home that truly captures the meaning of the season .📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday 🗓️ Release Date: Sunday, 07/12/2025⏱️ Chapter Timings00:00 – Intro: The Red Wine Can and Christmas Waste 02:30 – Is Cash King? Do you spend less or just wiser? 03:30 – Colm’s Friend Haggles with the Butcher 04:06 – Justin’s 10% Rule: Haggling in Harvey Norman’s 06:40 – The Power of Asking: “If you don’t ask, you won’t get” 07:25 – Colm’s Son’s Pizza Scam 09:50 – Justin’s Ape-Shit Complaining Date Story 11:02 – Colm Grabbed the Manager: Banned from the Mexican Restaurant 13:00 – Ostentatious Gifts & The Pressure of Keeping Up 14:39 – The Government’s Christmas Bonus Blunder18:11 – Colm’s “Christmas Cap” Idea 19:46 – The Real Meaning: Justin & His Son’s Tree Tradition 21:17 – The Raw Emotion of the Nursing Home Visit 23:22 – Justin: Santa or Billy Bob Thornton? 24:10 – Teaser: The Cash-Only Algarve Village Remember to like, subscribe, and follow the podcast ✅ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the 'Silly Season' on Not So Christian Brothers! Following the massive success of last week’s episode on a looming housing crash, Justin and Colm dive deeper into the state of the global economy and what it means for your wallet.Colm kicks off the show with some "exciting news"—wine in a can—that swiftly derails into a chaotic tasting session and a debate on drinking responsibly (01:22).Then, the focus shifts to the financial world:Bitcoin and the Bonkers Market: Justin warns about the extreme volatility of crypto, its appeal to "retail young folks," and the risks of losing your entire savings, calling it what it is: gambling (05:06).The Unregulated Wild West: They explore how the lack of regulation allows Wall Street bankers to profit, referencing the Don Jr. crypto mining scandal (07:44) and the infamous GameStop frenzy.The Recession Survival Guide: With fears of war and bank cyber-attacks, the brothers discuss the old adage of keeping cash under the bed (11:36) and the strange phenomenon of businesses refusing cash payments.House Prices: Not Just Supply and Demand: Justin challenges Colm’s view on house price inflation, explaining how trillions pumped into the system since 2020 have materially disadvantaged renters and fuelled a massive global asset boom—the first time in human history all markets have moved together (21:54).Finally, they wrap up by linking economic disparity and inflation to the rise of extremist views and protests (25:53), with Justin offering a surprisingly relevant take on AI’s impact on jobs (27:09).Tune in for a chaotic, funny, and surprisingly in-depth look at money, markets, and mayhem.⏱️ Chapter Timings 00:00 - Introduction: The Success of Last Week's Show on House Prices00:22 - Colm's Exciting News: Wine in a Can & Off-License Browsing01:22 - Tasting the Italian Tinned Red Wine (Six Euro!)04:14 -Justin’s Role on the Drink Aware Campaign (Juxtaposition!)5:06 - Bitcoin Volatility, Risk, and Young People's Exposure07:44 - Crypto is Gambling: The Don Jr. Mining Scam & Unregulated Markets11:36 - Cash is King? Keeping Money Under the Bed in a War/Recession14:07 - Story: Sat with Colonel Gaddafi's Son During 2009 Banking Crisis15:50 -The Risk of Cyber Attacks in a Modern War7:05 - The End of Cash: Businesses Refusing Physical Currency18:47 - The History of the €500 Note ("Bin Laden")19:56 - Colm's "Barbie Laden" Joke21:54 - Why House Prices Are Massively Inflated (It's Not Just Supply)23:48 - Quantitative Easing, Inflation, and Asset Owners vs. Renters25:53 - Global Asset Inflation and the Rise of Political Extremism27:11 - The Real Job Taker: AI is Coming27:17 - Wrap-Up & Call to Action📢 Important InformationNew Episode: New episodes of the 'Not So Christian Brothers' podcast are released every Thursday (the Main Show) and Sunday (the sister show)Engagement: Check out the previous successful episode on house prices. They can easily find the video (and the sight of Colm's wine can) on your Spotify/YouTube platforms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the Not So Christian Brothers Aftershow, the conversation goes from the bedroom to the bank in record time.We kick things off with the "sexy stuff" as Rebecca asks the lads about manscaping and the realities of keeping the spark alive in long-term marriages. We also roast Justin’s confusing "Capitalist Mountain Man" fashion sense—is he a stockbroker or is he hiking the Wicklow Way?.Things get raw as Colm opens up about the "survivor’s guilt" of grief and the stark difference between a partner travelling and the permanence of turning off the light in an empty room.Then, Justin drops a bombshell. He warns that we are 16 years into a cycle that usually ends in 10, predicting a recession that could hit real people by late summer next year. He explains why white-collar workers and graduates are in the firing line this time, why AI is about to replace professional services, and why he believes the "Singularity" has already happened.Plus, why Terry and Rebecca are quitting the podcast to become plumbers called "Farrah Faucet".💬 EngagementComment Question: Justin says we should all have 3-4 months of expenses saved in cash right now. Are you prepared for a downturn, or is he being a doom-monger? Let us know below!Set Update: What do you think of the new studio layout? 📅 New Episodes every Thursday & Sunday 🗓️ Release Date: Sunday, 30/11/2025⏱️ Chapter Timings00:00 – The "Beg": Why you need to like and subscribe 01:00 – Manscaping, "Bush Gardening," and Sex in Marriage 06:20 – Justin’s Identity Crisis: Capitalist or Mountain Man? 09:00 – The Psychology of Clothes: Colm’s return to loud shirts 13:10 – "Grief is the Word": Survivor’s guilt and moving forward 16:30 – The Empty Bed: The reality of sleeping alone 18:30 – The Recession Warning: Why this time is different to 2009 22:30 – Advice for Homeowners: "Get Liquidity Now" 23:45 – The AI Threat: Why graduates and professionals are in trouble 26:40 – The Singularity & The AI Bubble 30:20 – Terry & Rebecca’s new plumbing business: "Farrah Faucet"  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is a wild mix — starting with new chairs and a ridiculous pitch for a male-led sex-advice show… but very quickly turning into one of the most in-depth economic breakdowns the podcast has ever hosted.Justin drops a full macroeconomic masterclass covering:📉 Why the global economy is “out of kilter”✔ Inflation out of control✔ The hidden consequences of massive COVID money printing✔ Why young people can’t buy homes anymore✔ And how wealth keeps cycling upward to the already rich🏠 The real reasons property prices exploded — globallyAnd why Ireland’s situation is both similar and uniquely worse.🤖 AI’s dirty little secretIf you strip AI from the US economic data… the economy barely exists. Is AI the biggest bubble since Dotcom?📉 Is a recession coming?The case for 2026 being a once-in-a-generation chance to buy a house — and why the “worm is turning.”🌍 The decade-by-decade pattern of economic shocks1975 petrol crisis → 2008 crash → COVID → and whatever comes next.It’s sharp, alarming, hilarious and genuinely helpful — the kind of episode listeners will replay and send to friends who “don’t get economics.”And yes… the sex-podcast joke returns just when you think it’s safe.🎧 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday.🕒 CHAPTER00:00 — New Chairs & ChaosGraham Norton chair energy, 15 sheep, wild opening.02:00 — “We Should Start a Sex Podcast…”The Sexy Boys gets pitched.05:00 — Ireland, Money & Generational EconomicsFrom 1975 to 2008 to COVID — how we got here.08:00 — The Housing Crisis Explained SimplyWhy houses cost €800k when wages are €65k.11:00 — Inflation, Global Markets & the COVID Money FloodHow the rich got richer — and everyone else got locked out.14:00 — Will 2026 Be the Reset Year?Justin’s prediction: the worm is turning.17:00 — The AI Bubble Nobody Wants to AdmitIf you remove AI spending… the US economy collapses.19:00 — Back to the Madness: Sexy Boys Returns21:00 — Wrap Up & Aftershow Tease Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This aftershow hits deeper than anyone expected.It opens with Justin’s wild story about a man who dug an entire underground temple system under a mountain — by himself — because a vision told him to. A surreal, spiritual, nearly supernatural experience that ends with police crying in awe and Justin being choked by a “future spirit” the night COVID hit. It’s bizarre, fascinating, and completely NSCB.But then the conversation shifts.Colm talks honestly about burying his wife just two months ago — and how impossible it feels to “heal” when time hasn’t even begun to make sense yet. Justin pushes back, exploring how grief forces us to confront not only loss, but every unresolved bruise underneath it. Rebecca balances both worlds, trying to make sense of the emotional chaos while grounding the conversation in compassion and common sense.From there, the episode expands into:• Therapy — does it actually help, or is it just talking in circles?Colm questions its value. Justin argues it saved his life. The contrast is powerful.• The tin-can theory of life.Justin explains how unresolved trauma rattles behind us until we face it — and why avoiding it only makes the noise louder.• Parenting, perfection, & the myth of the “healthy family.”Rebecca challenges the idea that some kids grow up untouched. Colm insists every family carries something — always.• Empowering children instead of shielding them.Colm shares a story about talking to schools and teaching kids the language of resilience.• Rebecca’s incredible story about her daughter’s confidence breakthrough.From hiding at the back of sports day to suddenly smashing races and tackling a gruelling 800m hill run — the evolution becomes the emotional heart of the episode.This aftershow is raw, human, emotional, hilarious, and unpredictable — the exact chemistry that makes Not So Christian Brothers what it is.🕒 CHAPTER TIMINGS00:00 — The Underground Temples & the Spirit in the Future RoomJustin’s insane Damanhur story and the night COVID hit.02:30 — Aftershow Starts: Same Parents, Different TimelinesThe crew settle in.03:30 — Colm vs Therapy: “Does it actually help?”A raw and honest debate about grief and whether therapy works.06:00 — The Tin Cans We Drag Through LifeJustin’s analogy for unresolved trauma and emotional weight.10:00 — Grief, Shock, and Why No One Is Ever ReadyColm talks openly about losing Anne.13:00 — Sudden Death vs Expected Death: Does It Change Grief?A deep dive into how different losses impact us.16:00 — Children, Resilience & the Harm of Over-ShieldingHow modern parenting affects mental health.18:00 — Empowerment vs Protection in Raising KidsColm shares stories from Cycle Against Suicide and parenting.20:00 — Rebecca’s Daughter Finds Her StrengthA powerful story of confidence, sport, and resilience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Christian Brothers have officially come for the podcast again — and this time, they’ve issued a full legal warning. In today’s episode, the NSCB crew dive into the new solicitor’s letter, the history of being sued over podcast names, why they might have been targeted again, and how the lads feel about it all.The episode begins with absolute chaos: Colm reveals — on mic, with zero warning — that the podcast has received a brand-new legal letter from the Irish Christian Brothers. Yes… again. The team read through the solicitor’s message, which threatens legal action if they don’t respond within 14 days. And immediately, the debate erupts:– Why are they being targeted?– Why Colm’s the one they always find?– And what does this mean for the podcast’s name (for the second time in their history)?As the crew unpack the bizarre déjà vu of being sued for their podcast identity, they veer into the complicated history of the Christian Brothers at their own school — a mix of humour, trauma, absurdity and gallows comedy that only NSCB can pull off.From there, Rebecca drags the show back to sanity (briefly), before the team launch into the week’s biggest news story: Troy Parrott’s unbelievable comeback and the headlines that followed (“The Late Troy Show”). They break down his journey, the pressure he’s faced, the resilience it took, and why Ireland is buzzing again.The conversation then spirals beautifully into:– therapy (and why some avoid it),– intrusive thoughts,– controlling emotions,– political leaders with “a screw loose,”– how childhood shapes adulthood,– and the importance of digging deep rather than avoiding the hard stuff.It’s funny. It’s raw. It’s fast-moving. It’s NSCB at their best.And yes — they promise to keep listeners updated if they get sued. Again!!New NSCB every Thursday & Sunday🕒 CHAPTERS00:00 — Another Legal Letter LandsColm reveals the new solicitor’s warning from the Christian Brothers. 02:00 — The First Time They Got SuedThe crew revisit the “Brothers in Arms” name and the original legal battle. 04:00 — Christian Brothers: Humour, Trauma & ChaosA mix of jokes, school memories, and uncomfortable truths. 06:30 — Should They Bring a Christian Brother on the Show?A wild idea gets tossed around. 07:00 — The Troy Parrott PhenomenonWhy Ireland is suddenly obsessed and how he turned his career around. 12:30 — Intrusive Thoughts, Control & Modern LifeThe team talk mindset, anger, and overthinking. 24:00 — “Are World Leaders Losing the Plot?”Colm’s rant about global politics and people with “a screw loose.” 31:00 — Men’s Mental Health & Getting Into the WeedsRebecca pushes the importance of real emotional work. 32:00 — Wrapping Up… and Yes, There’s More in the AftershowHints about defending people who avoid therapy and what’s coming next.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s Aftershow takes a turn down movie memory lane — and things get emotional, hilarious, and unexpectedly profound.Justin reveals how a paleontology podcast led to a dinosaur dream meltdown, Rebecca unpacks the childhood film that taught her people can die, and Colm dives deep into why Elf, Love Actually, and even war movies can hit harder than therapy.From Steel Magnolias, to The Big Chill, to the absolute chaos of 80s action films and teenage rom-coms, the Not So Christian crew explore how the movies we watched shaped who we became — our ideas of love, masculinity, loss, rebellion, and everything in between.It’s nostalgic. It’s unhinged. It’s surprisingly healing. And it’s pure Not So Christian Brothers energy.🎧 New episodes every Thursday and Sunday — don’t forget to follow and share!What movie shaped you?This Aftershow will have you laughing at the absolute chaos of dinosaur dreams and “penetrative” Elf monologues — and then crying as childhood film scenes resurface with all their forgotten lessons.Justin opens up about the movies that taught him how to be a man when he had no role model. Rebecca remembers the moment a film shattered her belief that mothers can’t die. Colm explains why certain movies become emotional anchors that we return to our whole lives.This is an episode about memory, identity, childhood, grief, love — and the strange, beautiful ways films teach us who we are.Grab your popcorn (and maybe a tissue). This one stays with you.🎧 Chapter List00:00 – Dinosaur Dreams & Midnight PanicJustin’s paleontology podcast → dinosaur dream → waking chaos with the dog.03:00 – Emotional Fallout from the Main EpisodeRebecca reacts to Colm’s monologue; how “Elf” hit harder than expected.06:00 – Movies That Shaped Our ChildhoodsFamily cinema memories, the films tied to parents, siblings, and growing up.09:00 – Rom-Coms, Love Actually & First Ideas of LoveWhy some rom-coms stay with us, the bracelet scene, and teenage awakenings.12:00 – Films That Built Our IdentitiesFerris Bueller, Breakfast Club, macho 80s movies, and shaping masculinity/teenage rebellion.15:00 – Movies That Taught Us About DeathSteel Magnolias, My Life, and the films that introduced mortality.18:00 – Films as Emotional AnchorsThe movies we return to for comfort, nostalgia, or mental health support.19:30 – Wrap UpLike, share, follow — and see you Thursday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Brothers are back — and this week they’re tearing into the fairy tales, Disney dreams, and “life lessons” that turned out to be complete nonsense. From Snow White’s dodgy consent to Willy Wonka’s psychedelic child abuse and Elf’saccidental life coaching, it’s a deep dive into the movies that shaped our childhoods — for better or worse.Colm reveals a beautiful real-life love story from Venice, Justin opens up about the film that changed how he saw grief forever, and Rebecca manages to keep the lads (mostly) on track. Expect laughs, heart, and a touch of chaos.🎙️ New shows every Thursday and Sunday — honesty, humour, and a little heresy.⏱️ Chapter Timings (Suggested):00:00 – The beanie, the dwarfs & Disney’s dirty secrets05:00 – Willy Wonka’s emotional damage & childhood illusions08:30 – When real life feels like a movie10:00 – Love, Venice, and the most romantic story ever told11:00 – The films that left scars (and inspiration)15:00 – Grief, legacy & The Big Chill17:00 – Finding meaning in Elf & the art that moves us20:00 – Why sharing art is the most human thing we do Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone’s chasing balance — but what if the secret is learning to live in chaos?This week’s Aftershow gets philosophical (and messy) as Colm Hayes, Justin Caffrey, and Rebecca Horan unpack the cult of calm. From meditation fails to emotional meltdowns, they rip into the myth that life’s supposed to feel peaceful.Colm admits he’s allergic to silence, Justin defends stillness (badly), and Rebecca proves she’s the only one who actually understands mindfulness — or at least can pronounce it.It’s loud, honest, and unexpectedly therapeutic — in that “you’re not alone in being a disaster” kind of way.🎙 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday.🗓 This episode: Sunday, 9 November 2025.Everybody’s telling you to calm down — but what if that’s the problem?In this episode, the Not So Christian Brothers dismantle the modern obsession with peace, balance, and “wellness.”Colm’s wound up, Justin’s zen (for five seconds), and Rebecca’s calling them both out.It’s the Aftershow that proves chaos isn’t failure — it’s the natural state of being human.⏱️ Chapter Timings00:00 – Welcome & “the cult of calm”02:00 – Colm vs stillness: “Silence is suspicious”04:30 – Rebecca on burnout & balance myths07:00 – Justin’s meditation confessions09:00 – Why chaos might be more honest than calm11:00 – Mindfulness, missteps & manic Mondays13:00 – Final thoughts & next week’s tease Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let’s be honest — we’re all full of sh*t.This week, the Not So Christian Brothers — Colm Hayes, Justin Caffrey, and Rebecca Horan — rip apart the illusion of perfection we’ve built online and off.From filtered lives and fake humility to Irish denial, ego, and middle-aged crisis rebrands, they say the quiet part out loud.Colm calls out “bullsh*t wellness,” Justin admits he’s been just as guilty, and Rebecca lays down the truth about people who post “authentic” just to get attention.It’s funny, uncomfortable, and scarily relatable — a full-on takedown of modern self-delusion.🎙 New shows every Thursday & Sunday — subscribe now and join the unholy honesty.You think you’re being real? You’re not — and neither are we.This episode of Not So Christian Brothers goes straight for the jugular:why everyone’s pretending, who’s fooling who, and how social media made us all addicted to lying.It’s fast, filthy, and full of uncomfortable truth.If you’ve ever posted a “no filter” selfie or humble-bragged about mindfulness — you might want to sit this one out.⏱️ Chapter Timings00:00 – Welcome & Colm’s rant on fake people03:00 – The cult of “authentic” influencers06:00 – Justin admits he’s played the same game09:00 – Rebecca’s reality check: “Nobody’s that happy”12:00 – The Irish art of denial15:00 – Midlife rebrands & spiritual bullshit18:00 – Truth bombs & uncomfortable laughter21:00 – Sunday tease & a final jab at fake gratitude🗓 Release Date: Thursday, 6 November 2025🎙 Next Episode: Sunday, 9 November 2025📢 New shows every Thursday & Sunday — on Spotify, Acast, Apple, and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.