In this episode, the derailment begins before we’ve even settled in — welcome back to Out of Context Weekly Scenarios. This week’s curiosities arrive in two equally baffling flavours: Imran finds himself holding a baby for the very first time, rigid with the kind of terror usually reserved for defusing a bomb, while everyone around him insists he’s “a natural.” Meanwhile, Shaun is fake-orgasming in a Dunnes Stores car park for reasons even he can’t fully explain, questioning at what point in life you simply accept that you’ve become your own cautionary tale.

Our Topic of the Week circles something a little more universal: Long Distance FOMO. We explore why watching your friends live their lives through screens can feel like both connection and punishment, how the world keeps spinning without you, and the weird ache of being present but not there — half-included, half-forgotten, and trying to make sense of it.

Then, in Pop Culture & Current Affairs, we turn our attention to all things Christmas — the good, the chaotic, and the quietly stressful. From the pressure cooker of gift-giving to navigating expectation, tradition, and the annual performance of festive cheer, we unpack why this season can feel like both a hug and a headache.

And finally, we close with Your Distance Dilemmas — real listener stories of friendship, communication, and the blurry terrain between drifting apart and circling back.

As always, it’s just the two of us — chatting nonsense, diving into the serious moments, and tracing that winding line between laughter and the things that hold us together.

In this episode, the derailment begins before we’ve even settled in — welcome back to Out of Context Weekly Scenarios. This week’s curiosities arrive in two equally baffling flavours: Imran finds himself on the bus beside a man dressed head-to-toe in full samurai clothing, trying desperately to act normal while quietly wondering whether he’s about to witness a historical reenactment or a public transport fever dream. Meanwhile, Shaun is jolted awake at midnight as an entire cabinet in his kitchen peels itself off the wall and crashes down, leaving him standing in the wreckage like a man questioning every life choice that led him to this very moment.

Our Topic of the Week drifts into the digital threads that connect us: can you keep a bond online? We explore what makes certain connections thrive across screens, why others dissolve the second real life gets loud, and how presence — even pixelated — can still feel real, grounding, and unexpectedly intimate.

Then, in Pop Culture & Current Affairs, we turn our attention to the bizarre case of the man in Zurich who sold fake meat to Muslims between 2011 and 2013 — what happened, why it mattered, and how the story speaks to trust, community, and the strange places deception can take root.

And finally, we close with Your Distance Dilemmas — real listener stories of friendship, communication, and the blurry terrain between drifting apart and circling back.

As always, it’s just the two of us — chatting nonsense, diving into the serious moments, and tracing that winding line between laughter and the things that hold us together.

In this episode, the derailment begins before we’ve even settled in — welcome back to Out of Context Weekly Scenarios. This week’s curiosities arrive in two very different flavours: Imran sits down for his first-ever poker game, only to be completely derailed by watching Troy Parrott score for Ireland mid-hand, narrating the moment with such ecstatic disbelief you’d swear he’d just won the World Series of Poker. Meanwhile, Shaun finds himself strong-armed into making egg fried rice at his nannie’s house, moving around her kitchen with the frantic precision of a man following instructions shouted from three different generations at once.

Our Topic of the Week drifts into the quiet magic of the everyday: the power of small gestures. We explore how the simplest acts — a message, a favour, a shared moment of attention — can shift the atmosphere of a day, patch over distance, or deepen the kind of care that doesn’t need to announce itself.

Then, in Pop Culture & Current Affairs, we turn our attention to Ireland’s hopes of qualifying for the World Cup — what feels possible, what feels precarious, and why the dream still pulls at something collective, stubborn, and hopeful.

And finally, we close with Your Distance Dilemmas — real listener stories of friendship, communication, and the blurry terrain between drifting apart and circling back.

As always, it’s just the two of us — chatting nonsense, diving into the serious moments, and tracing that winding line between laughter and the things that hold us together.

In this episode, the derailment begins before we’ve even settled in — welcome back to Out of Context Weekly Scenarios. This week’s curiosities arrive in two very different flavours: Imran recounts the wholesome Irish gathering he had in a café, retelling it with such gentle pride that you’d think it were a national holiday. Meanwhile, Shaun finds himself ambushed with a pop-quiz on the appearance of Dua Lipa, Sabrina Carpenter, and Billie Eilish, and his answers tumble out with the chaotic confidence of someone guessing their way through a pub raffle.

Our Topic of the Week steps into the clang and hum of everyday ritual: the culture of the gym. We get into the unspoken codes, the subtle hierarchies, the friendships forged between sets, and the strange way a place full of clanking metal teaches discipline, vulnerability, and the quiet art of showing up for yourself.

Then, in Pop Culture & Current Affairs, we turn our attention to Vince Gilligan’s new series Pluribus and the upcoming Frankenstein film from Guillermo del Toro — what they promise, what they challenge, and why both feel like love letters to the curious corners of storytelling.

And finally, we close with Your Distance Dilemmas — real listener stories of friendship, communication, and the blurry terrain between drifting apart and circling back.

As always, it’s just the two of us — chatting nonsense, diving into the serious moments, and tracing that winding line between laughter and the things that hold us together.

In this episode, things take a turn almost immediately — welcome back to Out of Context Weekly Scenarios. This week’s questions are simple yet absolutely baffling: Why did Imran confidently pick Harambe as his celebrity of choice in a guessing game? And who thought it was a good idea to gift Shaun 36 toilet rolls — and why did he accept them so proudly?

Our Topic of the Week, takes a much more serious turn: what we’ve learned from each other over the years. We talk about the ways friendships quietly shape us — how they challenge us, steady us, and sometimes reveal parts of ourselves we didn’t know existed. It’s a reflection on growth, accountability, and the kind of trust that only builds through time and honesty.

Then, in Pop Culture & Current Affairs, we’re diving into our favourite chocolate bars growing up in Ireland — the nostalgic staples, the discontinued legends, and the ones that defined schoolyard trades and after-school snacks.

And finally, we close with Your Distance Dilemmas — real listener stories of friendship, communication, and the challenges that come with growing apart or finding your way back.

As always, it’s just the two of us — talking nonsense, diving into the serious moments, and finding a balance between laughter and the things that really matter."

In this episode, things take a turn almost immediately — welcome back to Out of Context Weekly Scenarios. From an emotional encounter involving koi fish to Shaun punching the back seat of his car over a Chelsea game, we’re starting strong with confusion, chaos, and questionable life choices.

Our Topic of the Week? The strangest things we’ve ever seen on public transport. From full-blown arguments over exact change to unexpected singalongs on late-night routes, we’re exploring the unspoken social codes, unpredictable characters, and pure madness that make Irish bus journeys what they are. If you’ve ever sat through a heated debate on the 145 or witnessed someone carrying a goat on the Bus Éireann, this one’s for you.

Then, in Pop Culture & Current Affairs, we’re discussing Catherine Connolly’s election as President of Ireland — what it means for the country, why it’s such a fascinating political moment, and how Ireland somehow always finds a way to surprise us.

And finally, we close with Your Distance Dilemmas — real listener stories of friendship, communication, and the challenges that come with growing apart or finding your way back.

As always, it’s just the two of us — talking nonsense, reacting to madness, and finding small bits of meaning (and laughter) in between it all.

In this episode, things get weird fast — welcome back to Out of Context Weekly Scenarios. From suicidal sheep to the bizarre mystery of poop somehow connected to Ange Postecoglou, we’re kicking things off with the kind of chaos even we can’t explain.

Our Topic of the Week? The importance of dogs — what they mean to us, how they keep us grounded, and why life just wouldn’t be the same without them. Expect a mix of deep appreciation, emotional confessions, and a few stories that prove dogs might actually be the best people we know.

Then, in our Pop Culture & Current Affairs section, we talk about how hard Halloween really is for dogs. Between the costumes, fireworks, doorbells, and endless strangers in masks, it’s basically a month-long nightmare for our furry friends. We unpack the chaos, share our own pet horror stories, and try to figure out if there’s any way to make spooky season a little less terrifying for them.

And finally, we return to Your Distance Dilemmas — real listener stories filled with friendship drama, tough choices, and a few moments that make us yell, “What were they thinking?”

As always, it’s just the two of us — talking nonsense, reacting to madness, and finding small bits of meaning (and laughter) in between it all.

In this episode, things get a little unpredictable—welcome to our Out of Context Weekly Scenarios. From bizarre headlines to moments that make zero sense, we kick things off with a few truly chaotic situations.

Our Topic of the Week? Voting in Ireland from abroad. We dive into how it all works (or doesn’t), the frustrations, and the question of whether expats should get a say in the upcoming election. It’s thoughtful, funny, and just a little bit ranty.

We also look ahead to the Irish election next week, unpacking what’s at stake and how the campaign trail’s shaping up. Then we switch gears to the Irish football team — the ups, the downs, and the tense World Cup qualifiers that could make or break their journey.

Finally, we tackle two of "Your Distance Dilemmas" — real listener stories packed with friendship drama, tricky situations, and a few questionable choices.

As always, it’s just the two of us — chatting life, reacting to the madness, and trying to make sense of it all.