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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 · E74
October 24 · 45 min
Mum Thinks She’s Tom Cruise… Sean’s €200 Day Out 😂
Mum’s dressed like Tom Cruise, Sean’s already spent over €200, and somehow we’ve ended up arguing about whether grandparents should be allowed to hug their own grandchildren! 😂 This week on The Confession Box, we’re chatting about Cork’s Jazz Weekend, the crowds, the queues, and why some people would rather go home than queue for a pint. Then we get into a very expensive day out. Coffee for everyone, lunch, shopping, UGG boots, and Mum trying to get a deal wherever she goes. Sean’s wallet definitely takes a hit! 💸 We also hear about Mum’s Halloween look, which apparently has everyone thinking of Tom Cruise, and her upcoming trip to Belfast for the Black Cab tour and the Titanic Experience two things that have been on her bucket list for years. Things get a little more serious when the conversation turns to an advert about grandparents and consent, sparking a debate about affection, boundaries, and whether the message was delivered the right way. And just when you think we’ve covered everything, we end up talking about mindfulness, Pilates, wildlife documentaries, clever ants, dung beetles and the incredible ways animals work together. 🐜😂 Another episode full of family stories, strong opinions, laughs and conversations that go absolutely everywhere! 🎙️ 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 · E73
October 12 · 43 min
One Bottle of Wine, One Irish Coffee… and the Surprise Is RUINED 🍷😂
Nana P has done it again! 😂 This week on The Confession Box, we’re talking birthday surprises, holiday plans and the kind of family chaos that only gets funnier the more you hear about it. Julie had planned a surprise trip to Legoland for the twins, with strict instructions that nobody was to tell them where they were going. Unfortunately, after a bottle of wine and an Irish coffee, Nana P had other ideas… and suddenly everyone knew about Legoland! 🍷😂 Then came the debate over who took the tip money, and the question of whether Nana P should be trusted with any secrets at all. We chat about the family’s trip to Legoland, the restaurant meal beforehand, Sean’s night out, and the gin and tonics that mysteriously disappeared while someone was minding the house. There are also birthday plans involving Prague’s Christmas markets, a potential trip to Africa that raises a few questions, and the ongoing struggle of trying to help parents with phones, passwords and technology. Add in discussions about nature, dinosaurs, true crime, dancing, fishing, a birthday Hummer and a few more family stories, and you have another episode full of laughs and questionable decisions! 🎙️ 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 · E72
September 30 · 26 min
😂 “I’m an Irish Woman I’ve Got This!”
Sean is finally back in the Confession Box, although apparently he’s been enjoying a few weeks of “peace” while everyone else was looking for him. 😂 Mum has plenty going on too, including getting her ceilings painted, trying to get a discount from the painter by offering him a plug on the podcast, and somehow comparing the whole thing to getting the Sistine Chapel painted. 😂 We hear all about Fionn’s fishing trip, including the unbelievable story of him catching an eel on his very last cast and then coming away with a trophy. There’s also plenty of catching up on Sean’s beard, some serious accusations about whether he’s secretly been seeing someone, people recognising the podcast out and about, and Julie potentially heading off to South Africa for a trip involving Cape Town and a safari. Then things take a turn when the conversation moves onto health appointments, scans, smear tests and the latest things people are finding on TikTok before we get onto a completely different kind of story involving a huge bag of gravel and a woman determined to move it herself. “I’m an Irish woman. I’m independent. I’ve got this.” 😂 And finally, the gang get talking about emergency supplies, wind-up radios, unpredictable weather, power cuts and whether we should all be preparing for the apocalypse. Another week, another load of stories from 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 · E71
September 23 · 42 min
Mum Put Concrete Where It Definitely Wasn’t Supposed to Go 😂
Mum is back on the couch but Sean is missing; the new iPhones are causing arguments, and somehow we end up with Mum taking a Jaguar for a test drive and pretending she might actually buy it. 😂 Then things get even better when Mum gets a €900 quote for painting a few ceilings, starts trying to negotiate with the tradesmen using the podcast as leverage, and ends up accepting a load of free concrete from builders working next door… only to discover afterwards that the concrete was covering drainage that absolutely needed to stay there. 😭 We also get into the joys of helping kids with homework, The Traitors, Mum trying to pay her car insurance through an automated phone system, a plumber arriving to fix the “no hot water” only to discover there was actually loads of hot water, and the Tooth Fairy being forced to issue an IOU — followed by an expired voucher. 😂 And because apparently that's not enough, the kids are getting a stretched Hummer for their birthday, while the episode finishes with Mum and Julie chatting about the Lizzie Borden story they've been watching. Another completely chaotic week in 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 · E70
September 14 · 40 min
"They Know Me in Tralee!" 😂
This week on The Confession Box, the gang have plenty to catch up on, including a very memorable trip to the Rose of Tralee, where Nana P finally got her "pinch me" moment inside the Dome and somehow came away convinced that everyone in Tralee knows her. Julie also tells the story of an online troll who turned out to be much closer to home than expected, while the conversation moves through family life, the kids' sports, Rocco and Rio causing chaos, and how much easier things have become since Cathal started taking over at home. There's also a secret Legoland trip being planned for the kids, a very expensive new phone, and one particular Fortnite secret that Fionn absolutely could not keep to himself. 😂 🎙️ 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 · 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.

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