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The Confession Box

Julie Haynes

The Confession Box is hosted by Julie Haynes and is like a weekly catch up with your besties.

Each episode, Julie fills you in on what's going on their world and nothing is off limits.

Confession Box has it all - incredible interviews, relationship dramas, listener dilemmas, TV and film recommendations, Julie has her own little sinners corner among much more

Julie's Confession Box is the podcast that's sinfully good.

New episode released every week.

Get in touch at theconfessionbox@brendaandjulie.com . We want to hear from YOU!

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S2 · E69
August 13 · 46 min
The Crow Comes Back! 🐦
This week on The Confession Box, we're back with another episode packed with family stories, questionable facts and plenty of slagging. There's a new garden, a nearly €20,000 landscaping quote, Mum's plans for a visit to the plastic surgeon, and the long-awaited confirmation that Mikey Oog is officially, finally registered. The conversation then takes us from the eclipse and old-school LimeWire downloads to aliens watching dinosaurs, shark attacks and a family trip to a golf course that nearly ended with them being eaten by a crocodile. Julie also tells the story of the terrifying creature that flew into her house... which turned out to be a butterfly. And just when you thought the animal stories were finished, a certain crow makes another appearance. 🎙️ New episodes every week. Please be sure to like, leave a comment and share if you enjoyed the podcast. And as always - Be safe out there !! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E68
July 24 · 25 min
Sean Said Dolphins Get High... 😂
This week on The Confession Box, the gang are back with another episode full of laughs, family chaos and conversations that somehow end up in the most unexpected places. Sean becomes the target of plenty of slagging after turning up dressed like Onslow before Julie's shorts get compared to a pair of Penny's jocks. Julie shares life with baby Mike Óg and the challenge of keeping little ones entertained long enough to finish a conversation. There's also a chat about giving children more independence during the summer holidays, before Sean sends everyone down another rabbit hole with some unbelievable animal facts involving dolphins, cuckoo birds and turtles. As always, one conversation somehow leads to another... and complete chaos follows. 🎙️ New episodes every week. Please be sure to like, leave a comment and share if you enjoyed the podcast. And as always - Be safe out there !! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E67
July 17 · 25 min
The Heatwave Has Us Delirious
This week on The Confession Box, the heatwave has everyone talking as the gang swap stories about family life, childhood memories and the things that were completely normal growing up that definitely wouldn't fly today. From the panic of forgetting to turn off the immersion to tales of old-school parenting, summer shopping, household gadgets and family updates, the conversation goes exactly where you'd expect... and nowhere you could predict. Throw in plenty of laughs, a few family disagreements and an update on baby Mike, and you've got another classic episode of The Confession Box. 🎙️ New episodes every week. Please be sure to like, leave a comment and share if you enjoyed the podcast. And as always - Be safe out there !! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E66
July 8 · 21 min
Erin Rose Exposed EVERYTHING 😂
This week on The Confession Box, Julie admits she's completely hooked on Love Island, Sean shares all about his trip to WWE in London with Fionn, and the gang somehow end up chatting about everything from summer weather and Cork hurling to menopause, holidays and Julie's infamous "Tippex toes." Things take a turn when Sean tries to explain one of his jokes… and somehow only manages to confuse everyone even more. But as always, it's Erin Rose who steals the show. From revealing things Julie definitely didn't want repeated on the podcast to calling out a few questionable parenting moments, she leaves everyone in stitches and Julie wondering what she'll say next. 🎙️ New episodes every week. Please be sure to like, leave a comment and share if you enjoyed the podcast. And as always - Be safe out there !! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E65
June 26 · 37 min
I Knew Something Was Wrong... Nobody Would Listen
This week on The Confession Box, we're joined by Christine for one of our most open and honest conversations yet. What started with numbness in her hands quickly became a frustrating search for answers as Christine found herself repeatedly trying to explain that something wasn't right. She shares her journey from those first symptoms through to receiving a life-changing diagnosis, the impact it had on her family, and how she learned to navigate the uncertainty that followed. Along the way, Christine talks about friendship, motherhood, resilience and finding the strength to keep moving forward when life takes an unexpected turn. There are plenty of laughs mixed in too, including the story of her son's unforgettable question during a hospital visit. A powerful conversation about trusting your instincts, advocating for yourself, and appreciating what really matters. 🎙️ New episodes every week. Please be sure to like, leave a comment and share if you enjoyed the podcast. And as always - Be safe out there !! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E64
June 17 · 38 min
Do Crows Have Court?!
This week on The Confession Box, we finally get to the bottom of the infamous Crow Court story. After it was first mentioned a couple of episodes ago and left hanging while Sean was away, he's back on the couch to explain whether crows really hold funerals, hold grudges, and put each other on trial. The gang also chat about parenting, social media bans for under-16s, and how different childhood looks today compared to years gone by. Julie shares a doctor's appointment story that takes an unexpected turn thanks to Erin Rose, while Sean relives one of his more questionable childhood decisions involving a bike and a bonfire. Throw in some strange animal facts, a trip down memory lane, and Nana P becoming increasingly concerned that crows might actually be keeping an eye on her, and you've got another classic episode of The Confession Box. 🎙️ New episodes every week. Please be sure to like, leave a comment and share if you enjoyed the podcast. And as always - Be safe out there !! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E63
June 11 · 37 min
Acts of Kindness & Eye-Watering Ticket Prices 😂
This week on The Confession Box, Nana P shares a story about an unexpected act of kindness that gets them talking about the good people you meet when you least expect it. From Nana P's story involving a traffic warden to Julie sharing a touching experience involving a broken-down car and an email she received, the gang reflect on the small moments that can make a big difference in someone's day. There's also an update on baby Mike, a parenting dilemma that Julie needs help with, a chat about sold-out concerts and rising ticket prices, Erin Rose's latest obsession, beauty treatments, and one very unexpected kangaroo story that sends the conversation off in a completely different direction. A mix of laughs, family life, heartwarming stories and the usual Confession Box chaos. Catch you next week when Sean catches us up on crow court 🎙️ New episodes every week. Please be sure to like, leave a comment and share if you enjoyed the podcast And as always - Be safe out there !! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E62
June 3 · 39 min
The Word That Stopped Us in Our Tracks
This week on The Confession Box, Julie talks about finally feeling like herself again, the gang take a trip down memory lane with childhood TV favourites, and Sean opens up about an uncomfortable experience that sparked a bigger conversation about attitudes, acceptance and how much Ireland has changed over the years. There's also a debate about whether family members should have spare keys to each other's houses, plenty of reality TV opinions, and somehow the episode finishes with a discussion about whether crows hold their own version of court. As always, it's honest, funny, completely unfiltered and somehow ends up somewhere nobody expected. 🎙️ New episodes every week. Please be sure to like 👍, leave a comment 💬 and share if you enjoyed the podcast Be safe out there !! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E61
May 28 · 40 min
The Communion Money Investigation
This week starts with one conversation and somehow ends with Cleopatra, communion money, conspiracy theories, mortgage advice and Irish traditions. The gang chat about ADHD medication costs, overpaying mortgages, family finances, old-school traditions from West Cork and whether parents actually “borrowed” communion money growing up 😂 There’s also a completely chaotic debate about pyramids, ancient Egypt and songs nobody can properly remember. Another all-over-the-place episode in the best possible way. If you enjoyed the episode, please like, share, and leave a comment. It really helps support the podcast and means a lot! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E60
May 20 · 33 min
Left Sitting on the Bench 😂
Julie thought communion day was going to be emotional and full of big moments… until she found herself literally sitting on the bench while everything unfolded around her 😂 In this episode, Julie chats about Fionn & Aaron Rose’s communion day and the mix of expectations vs reality, including all the funny, chaotic, and very real family moments that came with it. Julie also opens up about pregnancy in the final stretch, general life updates, and the everyday ups and downs of parenting and family life. It’s an honest, light-hearted catch-up filled with laughs, relatable chaos, and a few unexpected tangents along the way. If you enjoyed the episode, please like, share, and leave a comment. It really helps support the podcast and means a lot! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E59
May 14 · 42 min
He Bought Me WHAT After Giving Birth?! 😂
This week, the gang are back and there’s finally a new addition to the family - baby Mikey Óg. Julie opens up about the reality of giving birth, the panic during her C-section, the emotional hormone crash afterwards, and the completely random things that had her crying all week. From “don’t be nice to me” meltdowns to getting nose strips as a push present, this episode swings between emotional and absolute chaos in classic Confession Box fashion. Plus, stories about the twins meeting their baby brother, Lanzarote holidays, Netflix documentaries, and plenty of slagging throughout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E58
April 28 · 37 min
“What If Everything Changes?” Final Weeks Before Baby
This week is all about the final stretch. Julie talks through how things are actually feeling right now, hospital visits, low energy, and everything starting to feel very real. There’s still plenty of laughs along the way, but it’s a proper insight into where things are at heading into the final weeks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E57
April 22 · 37 min
The Speed Van Came Out of Nowhere 😂
It’s all going fine… until the speed van shows up. What starts off as a normal story quickly takes a turn, leading into a mix of reactions, laughs, and moments that don’t go quite as planned. There’s a bit of everything in this one, the kind of stories you don’t expect to go anywhere, but somehow end up being the highlight. Sit back and enjoy this week’s episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E56
April 13 · 35 min
This One Nearly Didn’t Make It Out…
After a couple of weeks without a release, this episode feels like everything hits at once. The conversation moves fast, jumping between stories, side tangents, and a few moments where things almost go a bit too far. There are points where everyone’s talking over each other, bits that probably should’ve been cut, and a few lines that might need a second listen before staying in. It’s one of those episodes that doesn’t stay on track for long, but that’s what makes it. Messy, honest, and very nearly left on the cutting room floor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E55
March 23 · 44 min
We Left Him Alone for 3 Weeks…
Welcome back to The Confession Box and this week, Sean is finally back after disappearing for three episodes… and of course, he has absolutely nothing useful to report. What starts as a simple catch-up quickly turns into the usual chaos, from nights out and running into old friends to stories that could’ve gone very differently if things escalated. There’s a bit of everything: awkward encounters, questionable decisions, and the kind of situations where you’re thinking this could turn at any second. In between all that, the conversation drifts (as always) into random debates, side stories, and the everyday madness of life. From money stress and talk of loans to the small things that somehow turn into full-blown arguments. It’s messy, it’s funny, and it goes completely off track more than once… but that’s exactly what makes it a Confession Box episode. Please leave a like, comment and share the podcast to continue helping it grow. Stay safe out there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E54
March 20 · 41 min
She Said WHAT to the Landlord?!
Welcome back to The Confession Box Just Julie and Nana P this week, and it doesn’t take long before things go completely off the rails. What starts as a simple catch-up around Mother’s Day, gifts, and day-to-day life quickly turns into one of Julie’s most mortifying moments yet… when her landlord and a painter arrive at the house and the kids decide it’s the perfect time to start saying everything they shouldn’t. Safe to say, she nearly didn’t recover. From there, the conversation drifts into the reality of juggling home life, money stress, and trying to figure out what’s next, all while raising kids who have absolutely no filter. There’s plenty of throwbacks, a few questionable parenting takes, and the kind of honest chats that somehow swing between heartfelt and chaotic in seconds. It’s funny, a bit mad, and painfully relatable, another classic Confession Box episode. Be sure to share the podcast. We love reading your comments, leave one behind x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E53
March 9 · 1 hr 24 min
Three Tragedies, One Family: Yvonne’s Story of Loss, Strength & Survival
This week on The Confession Box, we sit down with our first guest, Yvonne, who shares the heartbreaking story of growing up in a family that has faced unimaginable loss. This episode contains discussion of suicide, death, drug use, and grief involving young people. Some listeners may find parts of this conversation distressing. Listener discretion is advised. Yvonne opens up about the first tragedy that struck when she was just three years old, after her 13-year-old brother Roy passed away. She reflects on the few memories she holds from that morning and the incredible strength her mother showed in protecting the rest of the children during an unthinkable moment. Years later, the family was devastated again when her brother Killian died at just 16 after collapsing in Dublin following a cardiac arrest. Yvonne shares what it was like hearing the news, the shock that spread through their small town, and the complicated grief that followed. But heartbreak struck the family once more. The episode also begins the story of Yvonne’s younger sister Molly, whose tragic death would become another life-changing moment for the family. Through it all, one thing remains constant: the strength of a mother raising a large family through loss, grief, and unimaginable hardship. This episode is raw, emotional, and deeply honest, a story about family, resilience, and the lasting impact of love even in the darkest moments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E52
March 2 · 32 min
Finally She Got the Keys
Julie finally got the keys. After five years of being told no, single mum, self-employed, rejection after rejection, she walks into her own house for the first time… and immediately realises she owns absolutely nothing to put in it. The excitement quickly turns into “where do I even start?” as the reality of an empty shell hits. No furniture. No sofa. Just a kettle, a toaster, and an air fryer on the way. They break down the bidding war, the panic over new builds, the small €2k jumps that decide your future, and why saving consistently in the credit union actually mattered more than anything else. And just when things get sentimental… Julie gets charged bus fare at a toll booth and becomes convinced she was weighed. Proud moments, financial chaos, a little vindication, and one very confused toll operator. Classic Confession Box. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E51
February 23 · 35 min
How’s That Even Legal?!
Mortgage approved… chaos unlocked. Julie finally gets the text she’s been waiting for, but before she can celebrate properly, trolls manage to dig up her new house listing and post it online. Meanwhile, outside the studio, a man casually cuts an electric bike free with an angle grinder in broad daylight... no panic, no rush, just vibes. Scrambler bikes are flying up one-way streets like it’s a video game, and McDonald’s is making announcements about “we do not accept abuse” mid-ice cream order. As if that wasn’t enough, the conversation somehow ends up in America, where 56 fraternity pledges stand covered in ketchup and vodka refusing to move for police. Add in gym delusions, Dwayne “The Rock” comparisons, and a baby shower booking thrown into the madness, and you’ve got another week where the only real question is… How is that even legal?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E50
February 16 · 43 min
Why Were the Guards at My Door at 5 in the Morning?!
What starts as a normal catch-up turns into pure chaos. Julie wakes from a dream about her dad to a doorbell ringing at 5AM… but convinces herself she imagined it. The next morning there are bits scattered on the driveway, missed calls from an unknown number, and by that evening there’s a Garda at the door holding the twins’ school bags. Yes. The school bags. From a car break-in no one realised was happening, to passports going missing, to the slow realisation that the guards were the ones ringing at dawn — it’s a weekend Julie won’t forget in a hurry. And because this is The Confession Box, the episode somehow also takes a hard turn into childhood fears of the Bermuda Triangle, irrational worries about quicksand, and a full in-studio science experiment that proves your own hand can’t decide if it’s hot or cold. Guards, panic, nostalgia, and accidental education. Another chaotic one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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