The Confession Box

Garry O'Sullivan & Brandon Scott
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As freedom of speech and expression become more and more restricted in our world – The Confession Box provides a safe space where no subject is taboo and every voice gets a hearing. Join us on all major streaming apps or get in touch by emailing garry@gracecommunications.ie

  1. Episode 24: Getting back on God’s path

    27/06/2024

    Episode 24: Getting back on God’s path

    In the latest episode of The Confession Box, host Wendy Grace chats with Rob O’Hara the youth coordinator for the Diocese of Armagh. In our conversation, we hear about his life, the ups and downs and what role faith has played in it all, from love to loss to looking for happiness in all the wrong places, before getting back on the path God had planned for him.

    30 min
  2. Episode 23: New Bishop sees generous priests and busy churches in Dublin

    21/06/2024

    Episode 23: New Bishop sees generous priests and busy churches in Dublin

    Garry O’Sullivan interviews Dublin's newest Auxiliary Bishop Paul Dempsey about his move from the Diocese of Achonry, the challenges he faces in Ireland's largest diocese, and more!

    24 min
  3. Episode 22: Is a smartphone free childhood possible?

    14/06/2024

    Episode 22: Is a smartphone free childhood possible?

    The overwhelming evidence on the impact of digital devices on children's mental health and development continues to mount. But is it possible to get the genie back in the bottle? In this episode of The Confession Box, Wendy Grace talks to one of the founders of a UK movement aiming to give children a smartphone free childhood. They explore the harm these devices are causing and the grassroots movements finally pushing back in an effort to start a culture change. Wendy also talks to Cybersafe Kids about the new draft online safety code which aims to make social media companies more accountable. But will it actually make any difference? And what are some practical things parents can do to help them navigate the digital world.

    29 min
  4. Episode 21: Birthgap - is population collapse the next pandemic that dare not speak its name?

    07/06/2024

    Episode 21: Birthgap - is population collapse the next pandemic that dare not speak its name?

    On the latest episode of The Confession Box, host Wendy Grace talks to data scientist and demographer Stephen J. Shaw about the detrimental impacts of population decline. Stephen explains the shocking revelations from his documentary film "Birthgap - Childless World" including: - Causes and societal impacts of falling birth rates around the world - Unplanned childlessness - Population collapse and its impacts - The future for our children - Impacts on health, housing and the workforce - What strategies need to be put in place to try and reverse the trend

    29 min
  5. Episode 20: Catholic youth looking for community and depth

    30/05/2024

    Episode 20: Catholic youth looking for community and depth

    Eoin McCormack, a parish catechist in a busy Dublin parish is in the Confession Box this week to tell us what young Catholics are searching for and what challenges they are facing in a culture that has walked away from traditional faith.

    24 min
  6. Episode 19: How to answer your child's difficult God questions

    23/05/2024

    Episode 19: How to answer your child's difficult God questions

    In the latest episode of The Confession Box, we speak with Julianne Stanz about faith and children’s faith formation – what would you say to a 7 year old if they ask you what’s the closest planet to heaven? Julianne is the author of 'The Catholic Parents Survival Guide – Straight Answers to Your Kids Toughest Questions' and she spoke to real parents and kids from all different ages and answered the faith questions that sometimes perplex parents.

    27 min
  7. Episode 18: Birthgap - Ireland’s Looming Population Crisis

    16/05/2024

    Episode 18: Birthgap - Ireland’s Looming Population Crisis

    In the latest episode of The Confession Box, Wendy Grace talks to Fertility expert Dr Phil Boyle, the president of the International Institute for restorative reproductive medicine. Wendy and Dr Boyle explore Ireland's falling fertility rate and the impact that the 'birthgap' will have socio economically, the Government spending taxpayers money on Fertility treatments that cost more and are less effective and how women's health is often ignored or sidelined.

    31 min
  8. Episode 17: The rise of the child influencer – an industry out of control?

    01/05/2024

    Episode 17: The rise of the child influencer – an industry out of control?

    Are content-creating children safe in the online sphere? Are they protected from being hypersexualised by thousands of viewers? Are brands using ‘child influencers’ encouraging an unhealthy industry where parents ‘manage’ their child’s time and money for their personal gain? What are the long term psychological consequences of such an upbringing? Regular hosts Brandon Scott and Wendy Grace sit down with Essex Law School lecturer Dr Francis Rees to discuss the rising number of young influencers in Ireland and abroad. Social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok have exposed the unregulated role of parents who are commodifying their children, sometimes pulling them out of school to record the perfect shot for brand tie-ups, ignoring concerns surrounding consent and privacy. What can be done to regulate this growing industry?

    32 min
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As freedom of speech and expression become more and more restricted in our world – The Confession Box provides a safe space where no subject is taboo and every voice gets a hearing. Join us on all major streaming apps or get in touch by emailing garry@gracecommunications.ie

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  • Creator
    Garry O'Sullivan & Brandon Scott
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Grace Communications Ltd
  • Show Website
    The Confession Box