Not so Christian Brothers

Are you actually addicted to your phone, or is that just how the algorithm was "discovered" to work?. This week, Justin and Colm explore the high-stakes legal battle happening in LA where tech giants are facing scrutiny over user dependency.But it’s not all digital gloom. Justin shares a "magic number" algorithm for anyone looking to escape the rat race through the "FIRE" (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement. We also get into:The Library Thief: Why Colm might technically owe a house to the RTE Sound Library for a record he took in 1989.Crypto Winter vs. Gold: Why the world is flocking back to physical assets as digital currencies fluctuate.Literary Sabotage: Justin’s "incandescent" rant on why the new Withering Heights adaptation is a "sex run" that ignores the actual plot.⏱️ Chapter Timings00:00 – Intro: The 1989 RTE Library Record "Heist"02:30 – Justin’s Rage: Why he won't watch Wuthering Heights03:30 – Review: Train Dreams (A must-watch on Netflix)06:00 – The Dopamine Trap: How they engineered addiction11:30 – Financial Crisis: Why young men are turning to betting apps14:03 – The Gold Standard: Why the "Big Money" is moving to bullion20:35 – The FIRE Formula: How to retire early28:30 – Protecting the Classics: The problem with modern remakes🎤 New Show Schedule:Main Show: Every Thursday @ 6:00 PMAfter Show: Every Sunday @ 8:00 AM📌 Important Listener Notes🚨 NEW TIME: We are now moving our release time for THURSDAYS to 6:00 PM to better suit your evening commute!Support: Follow us on Spotify/Apple and leave a review to help the "Truth" reach more people.

In this candid After Show, the Not So Christian Brothers dive into the shifting dynamics of modern society. From the "death of the icebreaker" to a global demographic shift, no topic is off-limits.This week we explore:Sports as Therapy: Terry and the brothers discuss how men use sports as a "shield" and a conversational gateway to check in on friends and brothers without the awkwardness of direct emotional talk.The Birth Rate Crisis: Why are birth rates plummeting across Europe? We debate whether it’s purely economic or if the rise of female independence means marriage and children are no longer the "default" setting for the modern womanOnly Child Syndrome: The team reflects on how growing up as an only child (or being an "independent soul") fosters a unique comfort with solitude—and why that might be a superpower in 2026Digital Overload: Justin and Colm admit to "disastrous" screen time levels and discuss the psychological toll of being constantly "on".📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday🗓️ Release Date: Sunday, 15/02/2026⏱️ Chapter Timings00:00 – Intro: Being Men, Sports, and Breaking the Ice03:45 – Can you be a "Sports Therapist"? Using scores to gauge mental health07:12 – The Demographic Shift: Why women are choosing independence over kids 10:30 – Economic Pressures vs. Changing Ambitions: The cost of raising a family12:55 – Only Child Independence: Why we like being alone 14:35 – "Dying is expensive": A dark turn on the cost of living15:00 – Outro: Terry’s Cowboy Hat & Baseball Caps📌 Important Listener NotesJoin the Community: We want to hear from our female listeners—is the decline in birth rates down to money, or is it a lifestyle choice?Follow Us: Find us on Instagram @notsochristianbrothers for clips from the studio.Subscribe: If you enjoy the banter and the deep dives, please hit Follow or Subscribe!

In this hard-hitting main show, the Not So Christian Brothers dive into the "Digital Opioid Crisis." A landmark court case against Meta reveals how social media algorithms were allegedly designed to be as addictive as tobacco and opioids, specifically targeting children's mental health. Justin breaks down why a $100 million fine means nothing to a trillion-dollar company and why we are living through a "public health crisis" of the mind.We also discuss:The "Sports" Shield: Why do men use football and rugby scores as a way to check in on each other? We explore male tribalism and the indirect way men communicate their well-being.Tribalism & Belonging: How the "tribal bond" of being a sports fan replaces the communities we’ve lost in modern society.The Dependency Question: In a rare personal moment, Colm and Justin answer whether they actually depend on each other or if they are just two individuals "stepping up" during a crisis.Crypto & Castrated Rams: A look back at the start-of-year predictions—from collapsing crypto to the strange reality of farming—and how the world is actually turning out.📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday🗓️ Release Date: Thursday, 12/02/2026⏱️ Timings00:00 – Intro: "Legendary Broadcaster" vs. Just a Human03:15 – The Secret Language of Men: Why we talk about sports 08:40 – Male Tribalism: Finding your pack in the modern world14:50 – The Digital Opioid: The landmark lawsuit against Meta21:13 – Social Media & The US Election: Why the algorithms win 24:56 – Big Tech vs. Big Tobacco: A history of deceptive marketing 31:20 – The Brothers' Bond: Do Colm and Justin depend on each other? 36:25 – Family Dynamics: How brothers vs. sisters communicate37:00 – Predictions Check: Crypto, Economy, and Castrated Rams📌 Important Listener NotesJoin the Conversation: Are you addicted to your phone? Does your "tribe" involve sports or something else? Let us know on socials!Support: Please like, subscribe, and follow on Spotify and Apple Podcasts to support the show.

In this revealing After Show, Producer Rebecca puts the brothers on the spot with a "Secret Question" that threatens to tear the podcast apart: "What is the trait you dislike most about each other?" .The gloves come off as Colm accuses Justin of using "silence as a weapon" to verbally ambush people, while Justin hits back by calling out Colm’s inflated "media ego" and inability to see past himself .We also discuss:Sun-bed Traumas: Colm recalls the 90s danger of owning a home sunbed and the fear of getting locked inside one .Finding Your Wild Side: Colm is desperate to visit a specific Berlin nightclub where they tape over your phone cameras (Rebecca is convinced it’s a (cough) club), while Justin says he has "rinsed" all the wildness out of his system in his 20s .Tough Love: A raw moment where the brothers discuss navigating grief, with Colm thanking Justin for his "tough love" and support after Anne’s passing .📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday🗓️ Release Date: Sunday, 08/02/2026⏱️ Timings00:00 – Intro: Getting stuck in a Sun-bed in the 90s 01:50 – Wild Side: Colm’s Berlin Nightclub Plan (Is it a (cough) club?) 03:29 – Justin: "I've Rinsed the Wildness Out" 07:19 – The Secret Question: What do you dislike about your brother? 08:11 – Colm on Justin: "You Use Silence as a Weapon" 10:00 – Deep Dive: Grief, Brotherly Love & Tough Love 13:00 – Justin on Colm: "You Have a Media Ego" 14:14 – The Brotherly Verdict: "I Idolised You As A Child" 📌 Important Listener NotesContext: Listen back to Thursday's main show for the deep dive on Men's Mental Health referenced at the start .Support: Please like, subscribe, and follow to help us keep these honest conversations going.

In this powerful episode, the Not So Christian Brothers tackle the silent crisis in men's mental health. A shocking new statistic reveals that 71% of men won't tell their employer about a mental health issue for fear of being stigmatized . Colm argues that the workplace is still a hostile environment for honesty, while Justin insists that employers aren't therapists—and shouldn't be expected to be.We also discuss:Finding Your Wild Side: From walking barefoot in forests to "wild workouts," the lads debate how to reclaim spontaneity in middle age .Truffle Hunting: Justin’s bizarre trip to Luxembourg involving foraging pigs (and why Colm thinks you can smoke a truffle) .The "Wobble" Day: Colm opens up about needing days where he just shuts down to handle his "wobbles" alone, and why that’s okay.Suicide Stats: A look at the rising suicide rates among men aged 70-74 and the misconceptions about talking to someone in crisis.📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday 🗓️ Release Date: Wednesday, 05/02/2026⏱️ Timings00:00 – Intro: Colm’s "Lesbian" Shirt & Gynecology Visit 02:30 – Finding Your Wild Side (Spontaneity vs. Stupidity) 06:40 – Justin’s Truffle Hunting Trip (With Pigs) 10:00 – Facing Your Fears Weekly 12:14 – Colm’s "Wobble" Days & Being Alone 15:30 – Mental Health Deep Dive: Suicide Statistics & Sleep Hygiene 20:12 – The 71% Stat: Why men won't talk to their bosses 24:39 – Justin vs. Colm: Should employers manage mental health? 33:39 – Why asking "How are you?" matters 📌 Important Listener NotesSupport Services: If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this episode, please contact Samaritans on 116 123 or visit samaritans.orgSocials: Follow us on Instagram @notsochristianbrothers for clips and updates.Subscribe: Please like, subscribe, and follow to help us keep these important conversations going.

This week on the Aftershow, the Not So Christian Brothers get deep into relationships, breakups, and the uncomfortable truth about why people stay in unhappy marriages.Justin doesn't hold back, arguing that if you're in a "shit relationship" where your partner doesn't love you, you need to get out immediately . Colm counters that it's not always that simple, especially when kids are involved, sharing a story about a couple who communicated exclusively through their children for years .We also discuss:Men & Flowers: Following the shocking 45% statistic from the main show, the lads debate whether they would actually appreciate receiving a bouquet (spoiler: Justin would think Beatrice was having an affair)The "Aha Club": Rebecca explains the South African concept of the "After Hours Home Avoidance Club" where men go to avoid their families.Complacency in Marriage: Colm believes men often take companionship for granted, while Justin thinks it's a choice to let the spark die .The Solving Circle: Terry introduces a psychological tool for fixing relationship issues (before you stab someone with a ketchup knife) .📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday 🗓️ Release Date: Sunday, 01/02/2026⏱️ Chapter Timings00:00 – Intro: Moms, Flowers & The "Saga Singles Tour" (Recap)01:09 – Do men really want flowers? (Colm says yes, Justin says no) 03:23 – Justin's "Monstrosity" of flowers for his wife 05:37 – Complacency in Marriage: Do men take women for granted? 08:35 – The "Aha Club" (After Hours Home Avoidance) 10:13 – Justin's Rant: "If it's a shit relationship, get out" 13:02 – The "Solving Circle" & difficult conversations 14:34 – Relationship Advice Special? 16:04 – The couple who only spoke through their children 📌 Important Listener NotesRelationship Special: Based on this episode, we are planning a full relationship advice special. Send us your dilemmas!Support: Please like, subscribe, and follow us on Spotify and YouTube to help us grow!

The Not So Christian Brothers are back, and things are getting apocalyptic. Colm predicts the total collapse of the United States Empire in our lifetime, arguing that the country is teetering on the brink of a new Civil War . Justin disagrees, viewing it as a "transitionary phase" full of opportunity .We also discuss:Doomsday Prepping: Justin reveals the contents of his "Bug Out Bag" including iodine tablets, wind-up radios, and tweezers. Colm suggests adding a butane gas cooker (and maybe growing mushrooms) .The 45% Stat: A shocking survey claims 45% of men want their partners to buy them flowers. The lads are outraged, with Justin claiming "real men" aren't interested Travel Costs: Why a flight to Nashville for a 50th birthday party costs €800 now versus €6,000 at Christmas .Nepo Babies: Colm recounts his interview with John Carter Cash (Johnny Cash’s son) and debates whether he'd be famous without the name ."Blood on the Streets": Why the current economic chaos is actually the best time to make money .📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday 🗓️ Release Date: Thursday, 29/01/2026⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Intro: The 45% Teaser & "Bovino" the ICE agent02:00 – Is Facebook dead? (Poking is back) 03:00 – Travel: Nashville flight prices & Cowboy Hats 04:30 – Interviewing Johnny Cash’s Son 06:30 – Is America unsafe? (Shootings & Protests) 11:00 – The Big Debate: Is the US heading for Civil War? 17:30 – "Every Empire Collapses": The End of the USA? 21:40 – Doomsday Prep: What is in Justin’s Survival Bag? 25:00 – The Reveal: Do men really want flowers?📌 Important Listener NotesSocials: Follow us on Instagram @notsochristianbrothers to see if Justin actually wears the lumberjack shirt and hot pants .Support: Please like, subscribe, and follow to help us survive the apocalypse!

The "Not So Christian Brothers" After Show dives straight into the biggest celebrity scandal of the year: The Beckham Family Feud.Colm drops a bombshell story from his radio days about the time he was literally "in bed" with Victoria Beckham for an interview—and reveals what she was really like behind the scenes . The team dissects Brooklyn Beckham’s explosive 6-page open letter and the rumors of an "inappropriate dance" at his wedding .We also cover:Dating Older Women: Justin explains why he prefers older women (and recounts the time a 60-year-old woman tried to recruit him for a "Saga Singles Tour") .Men's Health: The boys get real about erectile dysfunction, prostate exams, and why "porn addiction" is a major issue for men under 40 .Greenland & Trump: A quick check-in on the geopolitical madness of Donald Trump trying to buy (or invade) Greenland.Bedroom Banter: What can you say in a restaurant and in the bedroom? "I'm open to anything, darling" .📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday🗓️ Release Date: Sunday, 25/01/2026⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Intro: Justin’s "Saga Singles Tour" Mistake 02:18 – Dating Older Women: Why it’s easier 05:00 – Men’s Health: Erectile Dysfunction & Porn Addiction 06:15 – The "Restaurant vs. Bedroom" Game 07:20 – Storytime: Colm in bed with Victoria Beckham 09:30 – The Beckham Feud: Was Brooklyn’s childhood "sterile"? 14:20 – Image Rights: How David Beckham turned his kids into a tax brand 16:51 – Is the Beckham marriage a sham? 19:16 – Teaser: A new scandal is about to break... 📌 Important Listener NotesDisclaimer: Justin is not a doctor. Discussions about health are personal experiences only.Support: Please like, subscribe, and follow us on Spotify and YouTube to help us grow!

In this explosive Main Show, Justin drops a bombshell about men's health right from the start. He reveals the results of his latest bio-hacking experiment: after quitting sugar and taking a daily micro-dose of Cialis, his testosterone levels have skyrocketed by 47% in just one year .The lads have a brutally honest (and hilarious) conversation about the reality of aging, including erectile dysfunction affecting 40% of men over 38, the importance of the dreaded "finger" prostate exam and why "mouth breathing" is destroying your sleep .We also discuss:Sugar Addiction: Justin is weeks into a total sugar detox, while Colm remembers the grim 80s snack of "sugar sandwiches" .The Beckham Feud: We analyze the fallout from Brooklyn Beckham's 6-page Instagram post and the "inappropriate dance" Victoria had with him at his wedding .Trump’s War: Is Donald Trump about to invade Greenland to distract from the Epstein list? And why Ireland is the next strategic target for global superpowers .Mouth Taping: Why Justin tapes his mouth shut at night to cure asthma and improve performance .📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday🗓️ Release Date: Thursday, 22/01/2026⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Intro: Quitting Sugar & The "Sugar Sandwich" 02:40 – Health Hack: How Justin increased his testosterone by 47% 03:50 – The Cialis Experiment & Erectile Dysfunction 04:30 – The Prostate Exam: "Look Ma, No Hands!" 07:12 – Why "Mouth Breathing" Causes Dysfunction 10:00 – Night Sweats, Drooling & Teeth Grinding 13:00 – How to Tape Your Mouth (Cheaply) 14:34 – The Beckhams: Brooklyn’s 6-Page Letter & The Wedding Drama 22:44 – Geopolitics: Trump, Greenland & The Epstein Distraction 33:56 – Did World War III Start in 1945? 35:25 – Why Ireland is a strategic target for invasion📌 Important Listener NotesDisclaimer: Justin is not a doctor. Please consult a medical professional before taking Cialis or taping your mouth shut.Support: Please like, subscribe, and follow us to help us reach more listeners in 2026!