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The Confession Box

Julie Haynesbrendaandjulie.com

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 episodes are released every Monday.


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

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Episodes

Mandela, Mischief & Mayhem

Sean and Julie each drop a cheeky confession, and Julie & Patty have some surprise news to share. We dive into wild Simpsons predictions (how do they know ?!), plus the brain-bending world of Mandela Effects Quick, chaotic, and just weird enough to keep you up at night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 07, 202541 minSeason 2Ep. 22

Tattlelife and Trolls

We’re getting real about the dark side of internet hate—trolls, Tattle Life, and the ripple effect on Influencers and their families. From anxiety to strained relationships, this one dives into how online gossip hits way too close to home. Raw, honest, and not holding back. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 24, 202549 minSeason 2Ep. 18

Julie do people listen to us?

Bonus episode with Nana P Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 19, 202535 minSeason 2Ep. 17

All Things Slightly Suspicious

Erin Rose is on the hop, Hugo’s unwrapping birthday gifts, and Julie and Sean? They’re knee-deep in All Things Conspiracy Talks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 16, 202546 minSeason 2Ep. 16

Holy Truths and Home truths with Nana P

Real questions. Honest answers .Nana P responds to your dilemmas. Email us and Nan P might just dish out her advice in next weeks episode julzhaynes1988@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 12, 202530 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Text me when you get home

13 for a glass of Prosecco? Patty’s off on a stag and Julie’s wondering if she’s crazy for wanting a quick “miss u x” between Jägerbombs. And with Father’s Day coming up, if you've lost your dad—we hear you, we see you, and you're not alone. This pod’s a bit of everything: overpriced drinks, underwhelming texts, big feelings, small icks, and the messy bits in between. No rules, no filters—just chats about the stuff we’re all secretly thinking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

Jun 09, 202548 minSeason 2Ep. 14

Bras, Blood and Blessings

Bras, murder, and communions — the chaotic trio you never knew you needed We’re spilling stories, sharing scandal, and laughing through Seans mayhem Unfiltered and slightly unhinged Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 06, 202543 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Do men get menopause?

BONUS EPISODE Chatting through everyday life worries with advice from our lovely listener Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 03, 202522 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Julie spent Sean's Communion Money

It's time Sean told Julie how she got her first car. Patti answers some questions for Julie. The guys chat mam and there's s special guest in studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 26, 202547 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Introducing Nana P to the world

An additional episode this week to introduce you all to another member of the Haynes family, Julie has brought the one and only person that most of you will know alraedy. And it's a quick chat that will give you a giggle or two! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 23, 202517 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Julie has the best ride in years

In this weeks episode, Julie is fresh back from a weekend with Patti Seans heartbeat goes quite high There's sleep walking confessions. People having picnics on roundabouts And horror movie chats Confessions and much more Thank you to our sponsor Better Help - you can get 10% off through the Confession Box by clicking here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 21, 202549 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Dirty cars, dirty counters, dirty trolls

Julie has a message and a call out to the trolls Sean reminds his sister how dirty her car is after one day. We hear that only one person in the family is tech savy. Producer Damien overworked thanks to the confessions. And Sean has Julie is a fit of laughter...you need to hear it Leave your own voice notes each week here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 12, 202543 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Julies "Hot Girl Summer"

This week Julie & Seán are back for your catch-up, they chat about how Julie needs to clean her windows... Someone has a new pair of sunglasses Going on the hop in school. Three listeners confess Deirdre Barlow & Jeffrey Dahmer in the same breath And much more Leave your own voice notes each week here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 04, 202534 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Julie has the entire GAA World raging

It's time for your weekly catchup with Julie Haynes and she has two guests with her this week Here's whats on.. Julie angers half the country after heading to a GAA Match. Julie angers her producer also for something else. Sean is back and he is feeling the love. Alice takes on Julie in our quiz Julie and Sean are joined by Jen Bowler who shares her story and her experiences of lifes low points And much more Leave your own voice notes each week here Remember - it's good to talk, here are who to ...

Apr 28, 20251 hr 5 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Julie gets an answer for her Mortgage

Your weekly catch up is here, so grab a cuppa, lock the kids somewhere and give himself a shiny ball while you get settled for The Confession Box. Hosted by Julie Haynes and this week she has brought someone to keep her in check. We've got News with Jools Did the mortgage come in? Sean is back Getting work done Easter Eggs Is Julie smarter than a 10 year old? And much much more. Check out our Patreon here and leave voice notes by heading to our website or email theconfessionbox@brendaandjulie.co...

Apr 21, 202549 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Julie brings someone to say hi

Your weekly catch up is here, so grab a cuppa, lock the kids somewhere and give himself a shiny ball while you get settled for The Confession Box. Hosted by Julie Haynes and this week she has brought someone to keep her in check. We've got News with Jules. Voice Notes Galore Father Julie is in the house Julie and her brother Seán discuss difficult times in their lives they shared together and chat about when Julie found out he was gay. And much much more. Check out our Patreon here and leave voi...

Apr 14, 202545 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Goodbye Brenda!

In this episode it's just Julie Haynes as she says goodbye to Brenda Dennehy. There's plenty of updates as to what's been going on in her life to just let people play catch up. Mortgage talk and Julie has questions for listeners. A new segment of listeners voice notes as to what gives girlies the flutters How Julie met Patti! Court Drama and much more Leave your own voice notes each week here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Apr 07, 202531 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Julie’s NYC Love Story & Brenda’s Unexpected Wolf Whistle

In this episode, Julie gets a phone call, sparking a conversation about body image and self-care. Brenda and Julie dive into the challenges of navigating social media, particularly TikTok and Instagram, and how these platforms shape their experiences. Reflecting on life during the pandemic, they discuss how it changed their perspectives and routines. Julie also recounts highlights from her recent trip to New York with Patti, offering humorous and heartfelt stories about travel, relationships, an...

Mar 06, 202545 minSeason 2Ep. 2

New York Baby!

We are back and it's time to get on the microphones again. This week Brenda and Julie chat Traveling to New York brings excitement and planning challenges. Past travel experiences shape current expectations. Brenda reflects on her dating life and personal growth. The importance of being open to new experiences in relationships. Julie shares her plans for her trip The challenges of modern dating. And much more Click our partner in this episode to get your Bingo Books discount - click here for Sun...

Feb 28, 202535 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Who missed us?

Thought we were gone? Well Season 2 of the Confession Box is coming! Join Brenda & Julie every week for more of the chart topping podcast Get in touch with us theconfessionbox@brendaandjulie.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 26, 202522 sec

Bless Us Father - We have sinned!

We've got an extra long episode for you this week. Our special guest this week is Father Ray Kelly who you may have seen on Britains Got Talent. In this episode, we ask if he'd marry Patty and Julie, Ray tells us that miracles are everywhere and he also shares his online stalking experience. It's a real life Baby Reindeer situation. Settle back and enjoy. Love, Brenda and Julie. Follow Julie , Brenda and the podcast for all the latest updates and sign up to our You Tube channel here. For comment...

Feb 03, 202552 min

Storm Chasin' & Online Stalkin'

Happy Monday all! We hope you all got through Storm Eowyn okay. We had to record remotely for this episode so sound is not up to the usual studio quality but we hope you understand! In this episode we cover lots of ground. Julie shares her hospital update and Rocco’s paw problems. Brenda’s back at boxing and does a little bit of stalking - sure you have to turn into Jessica Fletcher sometimes don't you?! Follow Julie here, Brenda here and the podcast here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Jan 27, 202535 min

A trip down Julie's well

We’re back Confession Box-ers and we’ve so much to talk about. In this episode, Brenda talks about wearing fake contact lenses FOR 20 YEARS! Julie thinks she’s Bono since the live shows plus she also talks about going for her smear test. It is so important that you keep on top of yours and if you want to check if when your next test is due, just click on cervicalcheck.ie, pop in your date of birth and PPS number and off you go. If you’ve any concerns about any aspect of your health don’t delay a...

Jan 20, 202545 min

A Cork Mystery & Keeping Hope Alive

On October 20, 2000 Pearse Cremin, disappeared from Cork city after an evening out with a friend on October 30, 2000. In this interview, Brenda and Julie talk to Pearse’s sister Siobhan about the last time she saw her brother and how all this time later, their family keeps hope alive that Pearse may some day return. Follow Julie , Brenda and the podcast for all the latest updates and sign up to our You Tube channel here. For comments, confessions, ideas and everything else, why not send us an em...

Jan 13, 202539 min

Rory’s Stories Interview - Part 2

Happy New Year & Happy Womens Little Christmas! For anyone in need of a lift as we start our journey through 2025, this second part of our chat with the one and only Rory O’Connor aka Rory’s Stories will surely give you a lift. In this episode Rory talks about how hard parenting can be, his experience of living with autism and ADHD and what having kids can do to your relationship. And if you liked what you hear, you can buy Rory’s latest book ‘The Rory's Stories Guide to Parenting’ in all go...

Jan 06, 202525 min

Rory’s Stories Interview - Part 1

We loved our chat with Rory O’Connor a.k.a Rorys Stories so much we didn’t want to cut any of it out so we’ve split this interview into two parts. If you need a bit of motivation and pep in your step as we head into 2025 - these are the episodes for you. Enjoy and Happy New Year! Follow Julie , Brenda and the podcast for all the latest updates and sign up to our You Tube channel here. For comments, confessions, ideas and everything else, why not send us an email at theconfessionbox@brendaandjuli...

Dec 30, 202439 min

Is London 5 mins ahead of Ireland?

And just like that it’s Christmas Eve, Eve. Brenda’s intrusive thoughts are telling her to text an old flame & Julie wonders if Louis Theroux is in fact a horse. They both share their Christmas Day plans and one of them asks if London is 5 minutes ahead of Ireland. See if you can guess who before we listen…! It’s a Christmas cracker of an episode. Happy Christmas Eve, Eve everyone and Patreon subscribers, see you Thursday! Love, Brenda and Julie. Follow Julie , Brenda and the podcast for all...

Dec 23, 202435 min
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