Episodes

  • How to strip a Jaffa Cake
    Dec 31 2021

    How you eat a Jaffa Cake, or any biscuit for that manner is totally up to you. We all have our own wee way of doing things. As long as you enjoy it then that's all that matters! A bit like life perhaps. 
    Ask yourself, are you existing or thriving? Is existing good enough, or do want more from life? What does that mean? What is it you want to happen? How can you make it happen? What will 2022 bring?
    Jump on the No 45 bus to hear our thoughts as we fight over Haribo and Jelly Babies, cough, splutter and deliver another not so polished podcast!
    This episode is our New Years gift to you all........ a bit of craic......... just what's needed. Hope you enjoy it as much as we did :)

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    55 mins
  • What if the wheel falls off your hoover??
    Sep 3 2021

    What if the wheel falls off your hoover? Life is full of what if's but unless we actually switch the hoover off and take time to think, will we ever know? 
    Do we just keep going regardless, pulling the hoover round the house minus a wheel, pushing ourselves until we can't go on?
    What if we did something different?
    What if we pulled the plug, sat down and asked ourselves some questions. Took time to think.
    The possibilities are endless! 
    Join  Duxy, Conal and Jill, as the gorgeous Brenda McAteer asks some thought provoking questions, then sit down, pause every now and again and consider your own answers. An interesting one for sure......

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Celebrate the holy f*ck moments
    Aug 11 2021

    When you are waiting at the bus stop and a big, yellow bus with the number 45 stops at the kerb, are you ready to get on? This rather deep and meaningful conversation will help you figure out if you are ready to hop on, or wait until the next time it passes. Either is ok, it is up to you. You are welcome when you are ready!
    Kevin Young is the bus conductor this week with some interesting questions. He really does make Conal, Duxy and Jill think hard about what really matters in life.  There are a few  'holy f*ck' moments, where all three learn a little more about themselves. There is the usual banter, swear words and much more, but adding Kevin to the conversation brings something very special. We hope you enjoy this one as much as us!

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Contentment will make you rich!
    Jul 9 2021

    Out come the tissues this week as somebody gets a little emotional! The trio discuss the struggles of young people here in Northern Ireland, how to change a negative mindset and overcoming self-doubt. 
    Powerful stuff with the usual banter, laughs and 444555555555!!!

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    52 mins
  • Is life a trade?
    Jul 1 2021

    Conal is in the driving seat and loving it!! The bus is full of laughter this week as Duxy is nudged out of his comfort zone and Jill is doing the school run in pyjamas! The trio ponder the cycle of life, trade offs to suit everyone else and living up to the expectation of others. Will Conal control the bus or will he swerve around the corner when faced with a funeral? Intrigued? You should be! Another episode not to be missed.

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    47 mins
  • Stuck in the mud
    Jun 25 2021

    Well now,,,,,if you are looking a podcast packed with interesting conversation about mental health, mindset and more, here is your ticket to the No.45 Bus!
    Duxy takes up the driving this week to steer the conversation, whilst Conal and Jill hold on to the edge of their seats in anticipation!
    A tough journey though, as issues such as getting stuck, bullying, body image and expectations are explored. It isn't all serious though, as all three can't help laughing, mostly at themselves. 
    This episode really is a cracker and worth a listen, if you don't mind a few swear words, or two! 

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    49 mins
  • What's the bloody point?
    Jun 18 2021

    Do you lie in bed in the morning thinking, what's the bloody point?
    Have you ever wondered why the hell you bother? Why is life so hard sometimes?
    We understand, but instead of wondering, or allowing negative thoughts to control our lives, we decided to do something about it!
    Jump aboard the No. 45 Bus with Duxy, Conal and Jill, a community that cares, where we all belong, we understand and want to help you move forward in life with purpose.
    We don't have a magic wand to take away your troubles, but by listening to the open and honest accounts of our own struggles, we can help you process what's going on in your head, so you can figure out what you can do to feel better.

    We believe life is too short to be miserable. We don't expect everyone to go about with a big smile everyday, but we hope by listening to this podcast you can see there is always hope for better days.

    This is a real, no frills podcast, set in Northern Ireland, where we discuss mental health, mindset and the stuff that matters. ( With a few swear words thrown in for good measure!)

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    43 mins