Not so Christian Brothers

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

⏱️ Timings
00:00 – Intro: "Legendary Broadcaster" vs. Just a Human
03:15 – The Secret Language of Men: Why we talk about sports
08:40 – Male Tribalism: Finding your pack in the modern world
14:50 – The Digital Opioid: The landmark lawsuit against Meta
21:13 – 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 communicate
37:00 – Predictions Check: Crypto, Economy, and Castrated Rams

📌 Important Listener Notes
Join the Conversation: Are you addicted to your phone? Does your "tribe" involve sports or something else? Let us know on socials!
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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

⏱️ Timings
00:00 – 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 Notes
Context: Listen back to Thursday's main show for the deep dive on Men's Mental Health referenced at the start .
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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

⏱️ Timings
00:00 – 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 Notes
Support Services: If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this episode, please contact Samaritans on 116 123 or visit samaritans.org
Socials: Follow us on Instagram @notsochristianbrothers for clips and updates.
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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 Timings
00:00 – 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 Notes
Relationship Special: Based on this episode, we are planning a full relationship advice special. Send us your dilemmas!
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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

⏱️ Chapters
00:00 – Intro: The 45% Teaser & "Bovino" the ICE agent
02:00 – 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 Notes
Socials: Follow us on Instagram @notsochristianbrothers to see if Justin actually wears the lumberjack shirt and hot pants .
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