Modern World

Send us a Text Message.DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND, WE HAVE MADE SEASON 1 AVAILABLE AGAIN!In anticipation for the return of Modern World, we have decided to re-upload the original episodes that first aired in 2023! Stay tuned for Season 2!In this episode, Jay and Ross explore the difficulties of navigating the world of online dating from a male perspective. They chat about why people constantly tag themselves everywhere on social media and how people fall for those pesky fake adverts on Facebook. The lads also discuss their favourite TV shows, and stick around to see how Ross stops Jay from completing the show's outro!

Send us a Text Message.“Live, Laugh, Love is the equivalent of getting your spouse's name tattooed on your lower back. Like a tramp stamp.”What would you put in Room 101? That is the main question in this week's episode. Jay and Ross discuss petrol station etiquette, talking in the cinema, selfish cyclists, drivers who don't say thank you, and the infamous slogan, ‘Live, Laugh, Love.' The lads also discuss their music guilty pleasures and the usual weekly social media pet peeves.In this episode we discuss:Inspirational quotes on social media postsLive, Laugh, F*** offMusic guilty pleasures Petrol station etiquetteThose people who talk in the cinemaWhat goes in Room 101?

Send us a Text Message.“Instead of asking the opening hours of a shop on Facebook and waiting for a reply, just Google it.” Anyone else get frustrated using public transport? Jay and Ross discuss how using public transport should be a pleasant experience. They chew over why people try to get off a plane the second it's touched down, why they stand right up against the baggage carousel and why someone is always in your seat on the train. Also, in this episode, they touch upon their ideal ‘death row' meal and the usual social media pet peeves.In this episode we discuss:People on public transportPeople who are too lazy to GoogleBoxing machinesDeath row meal

Send us a Text Message.“Working in a customer-facing job does have an effect on how you treat others.”Have you ever worked in retail? If so, you understand the annoyances that come with it—mainly the customers! In this episode, Jay and Ross look at the world of retail from both sides of the counter, discussing those annoying things customers say and do. They look at how working in retail changes the way you are as a customer. If you have worked on the front line, you will empathise with this episode; if you haven't, then come and enjoy the laughs with us.In this episode we discuss:Why are coffee cups all of a sudden an accessory on Instagram?Why do people thank brands online for things that they have paid for?Retail lifeAnnoying things retail customers doDoes working in retail change how you are as a customer?Worst ever jobs

Send us a Text Message.“Live, Laugh, Love is the equivalent of getting your spouse's name tattooed on your lower back. Like a tramp stamp.”What would you put in Room 101? That is the main question in this week's episode. Jay and Ross discuss petrol station etiquette, talking in the cinema, selfish cyclists, drivers who don't say thank you, and the infamous slogan, ‘Live, Laugh, Love.' The lads also discuss their music guilty pleasures and the usual weekly social media pet peeves.In this episode we discuss:Inspirational quotes on social media postsLive, Laugh, F*** offMusic guilty pleasures Petrol station etiquetteThose people who talk in the cinemaWhat goes in Room 101?

Send us a Text Message.“Tagging me on social media wishing me a happy birthday is not for me, it is for you to tell everyone, ‘Oh look at me, I'm such a good friend'”Do you have red or brown sauce on your bacon sandwich? Do you shower in the morning or in the evening? Would you rather have more money or live longer? In this episode, we asked our listeners to send in some pop culture daily dilemmas to discuss those all-important life choices. Also, this week, Jay and Ross discuss public birthday wishes on social media and ask if it's actually quite selfish. The duo also discuss their phones' most used apps, and it looks like Ross is back on the dating scene.In this episode we discuss:Mother's Day on social mediaThe sudden trend of taking photos of dying relativesFavorite apps on your phoneEveryday dilemmas

Send us a Text Message.“You have to be a very disciplined person to walk out of Costco and not spend three figures.”There's a magical place, we're on our way there—food by the crate-load all under one roof. It's called Costco! Okay, so Toys ‘R' Us is no longer a thing, but for those of us who do the adult thing these days, Costco might as well be our Toys ‘R' Us.Jay and Ross discuss the pros and cons of the wonderful world of warehouse bulk shopping, and explore why people are ignorant to advice when using their mobile phones—plus a great set of “Would you rather?” questions, including: Would you rather talk to animals or speak every language?In this episode we discuss:The highs and lows of shopping at CostcoCelebrity deathsPeople who can't record videos on their phone the right way roundWould you rather?

Send us a Text Message.“When I order a takeaway for collection, it's ready in ten minutes, but when I have it delivered, it's at least an hour! How does that work?Who doesn't love a takeaway? Sometimes it is the thing you look forward to most and it is just magic when your spouse says, “shall we get a takeaway?” However, it does come with its frustrations and ones that, quite simply, you can't get over. Jay and Ross debate the good, the bad and the ugly world of fast food. In this episode we discuss:Social media pet peevesThe good, the bad and the ugly of fast foodBest and worst fast food outletWould you rather?

Send us a Text Message.“I'd rather go on a day session than a night one. I can get home at a reasonable hour and be in bed!”Nightlife and clubbing. Is it all just irritating drunks and phat, dirty bass? Is there any point in going to meet up with a bunch of friends for a night out when you can't even hear them speaking? Jay and Ross try to find some positives in socializing into the early hours and even learn a new phrase or two! In this episode we discuss:Social media pet peevesGoing out versus staying in. The easy debate.Listeners contributions Would you rather?

Send us a Text Message.“People can't argue with politeness, so if you're just sarcastic with them, it's a lot easier.”Driving should be one of the world's most fun, relaxing activities—so why is it also the most stressful?! This week Jay and Ross discuss all the very worst aspects of driving: from red lights and undercutting to being the allocated driver and bad parkers.In this episode we discuss:Social media pet peevesBad drivers, cyclists, and the general publicListeners contributions Would you rather?

Send us a Text Message.“Isn't it mad that when you're a kid towards your teens, you want to progress to being an adult, but now all I want is to be a stress free kid back in the 90s.”The 90s is arguably the best era in modern history, but why? Jay and Ross discuss life when it was a simpler time; the music, the films, the fashion, the memories and Ross' Spice Girl confession…From Ace Ventura to Jurassic Park, Tamagotchis to Playstation, dial-up internet to Funfax, the lads have the 90s covered in under an hour!In this episode we discuss:Social Media pet peeve of the weekThe 90s – Memories Best films of the 90s 90s music Fashion faux pasThe Spice GirlsNintendo, SEGA and Playstation