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The Confession Box

By: Garry O'Sullivan & Brandon Scott
  • Summary

  • 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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Episodes
  • Episode 22: Is a smartphone free childhood possible?
    Jun 14 2024

    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.

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    29 mins
  • Episode 21: Birthgap - is population collapse the next pandemic that dare not speak its name?
    Jun 7 2024

    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

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    29 mins
  • Episode 20: Catholic youth looking for community and depth
    May 30 2024

    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.

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    24 mins

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