Not so Christian Brothers

Can writing down your goals actually change your reality, or is it just a glorified to-do list? In this Sunday After-Show, Justin Caffrey, Colm Hayes, and Terry Tech dive into the mechanics of manifestation. Justin shares his non-airy-fairy, pragmatic 26-step morning routine, explaining how establishing a clear "North Star" aligns your focus and actions. Meanwhile, Colm reflects on breaking out of life's repetitive roundabouts and putting together a concrete life plan following a year of massive personal change.The lads also look at Lucy Kennedy’s new chat show Unfiltered, debate classic TV hosts from Parkinson to Dame Edna, and walk down memory lane with their very first record purchases. Plus, Justin reports back from his new home in Malta, where the kitchen layout finally settles the viral debate over where Catholics and Protestants store their bread-toasting appliances!🍞 TEFAL TOASTER GIVEAWAY UPDATE! 🍞The team announces the second winner of the premium Tefal toaster giveaway, Sharon McGinty! If you are Sharon McGinty or our week one winner Eleanor Wood, please get in touch via DM or the comments so we can arrange delivery. We still have ONE Tefal toaster left to give away in our upcoming draw!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 AMChapter Timings00:00 - TV Chat Shows: Lucy Kennedy’s Unfiltered, Parkinson, & Dame Edna04:47 - Malta Property Update & The Great Tefal Toaster Debate06:14 - Tefal Toaster Winner Announcements & Contact Info07:27 - Calvinism, Toaster Placement, & Household Habits09:20 - Practical Manifestation: Goal Setting vs. Airy-Fairy Dreams13:05 - The "I Am" Philosophy & Setting Your North Star18:50 - Colm’s Life To-Do List & Breaking Out of Repetitive Cycles24:03 - First Albums, Music Nostalgia, & Walkmans from the 80s & 90s29:20 - Wrap-Up & Tefal Giveaway Details

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 AMHit 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

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 AMHit 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

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 AMHit 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

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 AMHit 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

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 AMHit 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

Why are some households completely obsessed with hiding their kitchen appliances, and does a clean counter represent a deeper cultural divide? In this week’s main show, Colm Hayes and Justin Caffrey unpack the hilarious feedback from their viral debate on Protestant utility rooms and why some houses simply refuse to leave their toasters on display.Broadcasting directly from a hotel room in Malta, Justin reveals the absolute chaos of packing up his entire life in Greystones—selling the cars, the bikes, and literally everything that doesn’t fit into a suitcase as he prepares to transition his business abroad. Meanwhile, Colm is battling a household crisis of his own: a failing broadband connection that forces him onto a shaky mobile hotspot.The lads also look at what it truly means to "grow old gracefully". From avoiding burnt toast (under strict warnings from leading oncologists) to Terry fitting comfortably into teenagers' clothes from TK Maxx, the studio dives headfirst into the realities of middle age. Finally, with a massive hosepipe ban looming across Ireland, the brothers debate whether the Irish public will actually report their neighbours for watering their hanging baskets, or if our historical aversion to "snitching" will keep the lawns dry but the community united.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 AMHit follow, leave a review, and connect with us on social media to let us know your thoughts!Chapter Timings00:00 - Utility Rooms & The Great Protestant Toaster Debate Revisited02:03 - Family Sizes, Historical Divides, and Free Kitchen Counter Space03:36 - The Oncology Warning: Is Burnt Toast Actually Carcinogenic?04:30 - Broadcasting from Malta: Justin’s Massive Life Relocation06:03 - Colm’s Tech Troubles & Shaky Mobile Hotspots08:14 - Crispy Barbecue Steaks vs. Growing Old Gracefully09:19 - Pop Culture Milestones: Wannabe & Wonderbra Ads at 3011:20 - Classic Rock Debates: Hotel California vs. Bon Jovi12:30 - Happy Birthday, Terry! The 44-Year-Old Teenager14:26 - TK Maxx Teenager Fashion & Colm’s '90s "Fly" Look15:55 - Martin Short, Steve Martin, and the Art of Male Banter17:22 - Recluses, Porn, and Having at Least Two Holidays a Year19:47 - Why Justin Absolutely Can’t Sit Still on a Sun Lounger21:20 - Grandchildren, Wedding Speeches, and Future Generations23:14 - Getting Old Disgracefully: The Death of the Local Bank Heist24:04 - Crypto Theft: The New Threat for Marbella Influencers25:20 - The €5,000 Hosepipe Ban: Will the Irish Snitch on Their Neighbours?26:10 - How Germany and England Enforce Sunday Rules27:37 - Why Ireland Doesn’t Do TV Licences or Water Fines29:52 - Outro: Upcoming WhatsApp Group Names & Instagram Feedback

Has modern society completely lost its sense of empathy, or are we all just hiding behind our mobile phones? In this weekend's after-show, Justin and Colm look at the fading art of face-to-face conversation. Colm shares his frustration after his daughter was left shaken at a local petrol station with a shattered back window, while onlookers simply passed her by. The chaos only escalates when Colm tries to borrow a simple pair of scissors from a deeply suspicious shop assistant.Shifting from a lack of connection to an unexpected one, Justin recalls an incredibly moving encounter on a park bench in Greystones with a seemingly dishevelled stranger—proving that we should never misperceive the people around us. Terry chimes in on his time exploring the southern hemisphere, sparking an unbelievable debate about wildlife control.To wrap things up, the lads dive into a controversial new piece of legislation making its way through the Irish parliament regarding traditional countryside pursuits, before Justin completely blindsides the studio with real news reports of literal mobs of wild camels causing absolute havoc in the Australian Outback.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 AMHit follow, leave a review, and connect with us on social media to let us know your thoughts!Chapter Timings00:00 - Morning Walks and the Fading Art of Saying Hello01:47 - Colm's Story: A Shattered Car Window and Zero Empathy03:57 - The Great Petrol Station Scissors Stand-Off04:44 - Is It a "Scissor" or a "Pair of Scissors"?05:32 - Justin’s Chance Encounter with a Stranger on a Park Bench07:25 - The Surprising Identity of the Man in the Shade08:34 - Why Mobile Phones are Ruining Real Human Connection10:06 - Old School Post Offices and the Value of Listening12:14 - Terry's Visit to the Greystones Wellness Hub13:28 - Traditional Indian Medicine and the Irish Vernacular16:16 - Broadcasters, Banned Words, and Australian Sky News17:02 - Cultural Differences and Ancestral History19:04 - The Protestant Toaster-in-the-Cupboard Mystery20:53 - The Controversial Countryside Hunting Bill in Parliament23:11 - Justin’s Wildcard: The Camel Population in the Outback25:06 - Terry’s Days as an Australian Cowboy25:46 - Colm Fact-Checks the Thirsty Camel Invasions live on Air28:06 - Outro: Subscribe, Review, and Avoid the Camel Hump!