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The Eras Podcast Sigrid - playing the king, heartbreak and the ultimate pop formulaAbbie McCarthy is in conversation with Norwegian popstar Sigrid, ahead of the release of her most accomplished album to date ‘There’s Always More That I Could Say’. Abbie and Sigrid chat about the confidence on display in the new album, her beginnings in Ålesund, falling back in love with songwriting, the dichotomy of being an artist and recieving love from fellow artists Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan and Charli xcx. Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios.

2025-08-291h 00

The Eras Podcast Royel Otis - stage fright, growing a spice horn & sun-drenched tunes Abbie McCarthy welcomes one of Australia's most exciting exports, indie-rock duo Royel Otis, to get all the details on their latest album 'hickey' and their other defining moments. In this episode Abbie, Roy & Otis discuss writing with huge pop writers like Amy Allen & Julian Bunetta, the nostalgic sun-drenched DNA of their music, the energy at their live shows, the wild success of their viral covers and their favourite songs to date.Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Stu...

2025-08-2545 min

The Eras Podcast Nova Twins - syncing dreams, an underdog mentality & early fan Tom MorelloAbbie McCarthy chats indepth with rock band Nova Twins about their upcoming new album ‘Parasites & Butterflies’ and their other defining moments so far.In this episode Abbie and Nova Twins discuss bringing the alt category to the MOBOs, their underdog mentality, building a world around their music, mental health struggles and having Elton John & Tom Morello as fans.Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios.Follow us:Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthyTikT...

2025-08-1155 min

The Eras Podcast Joy Crookes - South London, remaining honest & anti-perfectionismAbbie McCarthy sits down with singer, songwriter & storyteller Joy Crookes to discuss her forthcoming second album 'Juniper' and her other eras thus far. In this episode Abbie and Joy discuss identity, politics, mental struggles, working with British rap royalty Kano and the stories behind her songs that have moved millions.Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios.Follow us:Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthyTikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy Hosted on A...

2025-07-2850 min

The Eras Podcast Rebecca Lucy Taylor - visionary songwriting, the Self Esteem trilogy and a Madonna surpriseAbbie McCarthy is joined by Rebecca Lucy Taylor aka Self Esteem, deep diving into the Ivor Novello winning artist’s rise to success from a grassroots artist touring small venues, to a critically acclaimed visionary hailed for her groundbreaking performance style and brutally honest lyricism. In this episode Rebecca and Abbie discuss the latest - trilogy completing - album 'A Complicated Woman’, its accompanying theatre show, Madonna being in the audience, art vs commodity, going back to the things that brought you joy in childhood, acting in the west end show Cabaret and Rebecca's previous life in in...

2025-07-141h 02

The Eras Podcast Cian Ducrot - music in his blood, manifesting a Grammy & bestie Ed SheeranAbbie McCarthy is in conversation with Irish singer songwriter Cian Ducrot ahead of the release of his second album 'Little Dreaming'. Cian and Abbie also discuss his other eras and definining moments so far including getting started playing in pubs, working with SZA in LA, winning a Grammy, touring with Teddy Swims, having Ed Sheeran as a mentor & more.Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.Follow us:Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthyTikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy Hosted on Acast. See...

2025-05-2648 min

The Eras Podcast Luke Pritchard (The Kooks) - rockstar training. iconic curls and evolvingAbbie McCarthy chats in depth with Luke Pritchard, the frontman of indie greats The Kooks to get the details of their latest album 'Never/Know' and the other pivotal moments in their two decades as a band. In this conversation Luke and Abbie discuss the golden age of indie, previous tensions in the band, keeping things fresh, their defining song 'Naive' and being a good drinking partner for Noel Gallagher.Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios.

2025-05-1252 min

The Eras Podcast Sam Ryder - a life-changing surfing accident, punk energy and frontier soulAbbie McCarthy sits down with singing sensation Sam Ryder to find out more about his new music and other defining moments so far. In this conversation Sam and Abbie discuss his early days performing in punk and metal bands around the world, breaking into the industry via TikTok, Eurovision, having tea with Gary Barlow and always practising gratitude.Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski. The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios. Follow us: Instagram @theeraspodcastuk@a...

2025-04-281h 16

THE RED RADIO Davey-Lad meets Jamie Grey on The Big Red DriveJoin Davey-Lad on a very special Podbite with Redcar born singer songwriter Jamie Grey. Jamie Grey talks about his new single and tour starting in April 2025. The headline tour will see the emotive balladeer visit iconic venues across Manchester, Birmingham, London and of course, Stockton-on-Tees. Tickets for the tour will be available from www.gigsandtours.com. Grey’s songwriting proficiency is undeniable. His style predominantly through use of acoustic guitar and piano is at the core singer/songwriter but he flirts in several sub genres from straight pop to folk, soul, as-well as RnB. This uniq...

2025-02-2120 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey A Fond FarewellBroadcasters & friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones discuss Gavin & Stacey: A Fond Farwell, the behind the scenes documentary released post finale. Highlights include: the real Glenda, the actors who had roles written for them and the soap ICON who auditioned to play Smithy’s sister...Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2025-01-0218 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey What it's like working with James Corden & Ruth Jones (Lauren Cornelius) Broadcasters & friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones are back with a bonus episode - Abbie's friend and super talented actress Lauren Cornelius starred in the Gavin & Stacey finale as Sonia's mate Anna, making her Christmas Day TV debut at the hen do! Lauren lets us in on the audition process, how the whole cast kept it top secret, the experience of starring in a show you're a lifelong fan of, what the actors are like behind the scenes and who was first on the dancefloor at the wrap party... Plenty of good insight in this so enjoy!

2024-12-2814 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey Debrief on the last ever episodeBroadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones chat through the IMMENSE last ever episode of Gavin & Stacey. Uh oh, Sonia's back! Gwen's with Dave Coaches. Mick makes us sob. Neil The Baby sings Blackbird. Ness & Smithy finally get together. The finale that had it all... Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-281h 10

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey Predictions for Gavin & Stacey FinaleBroadcasters and best pals Abbie McCarthy & Olivia Jones give their predictions for the last ever episode of Gavin & Stacey. Plus, they go through the inbox to get the listeners thoughts & theories too... Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-2227 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey 2019 Christmas Special: toffee hammer towels, circus tricks & a proposal Broadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones exchange notes on the 2019 Christmas Special of Gavin & Stacey. Dawn & Pete are arguing again before they enjoy some wacky bac and dancing with Pam & Mick. Bryn's tense as he's cooking Christmas dinner for over 13 people, we meet Smithy's new girlfriend Sonia and his voice totally changes. Then, the day wraps up with a proposal from Nessa... Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on A...

2024-12-2035 min

The Radio Academy Podcast Never Seen Gavin and Stacey PodcastIt’s the most eagerly anticipated TV event of the year. The Gavin and Stacey finale at Christmas is nearly here but what do you do when everyone’s talking about it but your best mate has never seen your favourite show? Music DJ and sports presenter Abbie McCarthy is a super fan of the classic sitcom and Olivia Jones, presenter for Virgin Radio UK, has never seen it - until now! The friends have come together to make the Never Seen Gavin and Stacey podcast. Host Georgy Jamieson chats to them about the idea behind the podcast, finding the fans...

2024-12-1821 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S3 E6: John Prescott, Noel from Hear'Say & Nessa's nuptials Broadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones mull over the last episode of Series 3 of Gavin & Stacey. It's the wedding day of Vanessa Shanessa Jenkins & Dave Lloyd Goch, which features celebrity cameos and an interruption from Smithy...Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-1631 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S3 E5: beach day, one ball of Wimbledon & stolen meatBroadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones dissect the penultimate episode of Series 3 of Gavin & Stacey. Things are still tense between Nessa & Dave Coaches, the gang descend on Barry beach for a bank holiday in the sunshine, Mick & Gavin have a heart to heart, then there's fun to be had at the fair before they round off the day with a BBQ, with stolen meat supplied by Dick Powell. Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @ne...

2024-12-1625 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S3 E4: Gwyn, Doubt & the vow renewalsBroadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones dive into the fourth episode of Series 3 of Gavin & Stacey. Bryn & Gwen try and give Gavin advice on his sex life, Dawn & Pete are renewing their vows, Smithy goes suit shopping, Pete's ring for the big day is quite something and Smithy makes a big revelation to Dave... Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-1628 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S3 E3: the lad pad, Cardiff Schmardiff, Bryn & his young boysBroadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones chat through all the details of the third episode of Series 3 of Gavin & Stacey. They both want to throttle Stacey at this point in time, Nessa texts Smithy, there's a showdown in the pharmacy, Bryn transforms his house into the ultimate lad pad and the boys are all ready for their big night out in Cardiff! Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod

2024-12-1625 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S3 E2: Pam's had some wines, curry night & Smithy's bhunasBroadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones spill the juice on the second episode of Series 3 of Gavin & Stacey. Stacey's trying to get Gavin in the downstairs loo, we get that infamous curry order from Smithy, everyone's sloshed and having a ciggy and guess who's woken up in bed together, again... Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-1622 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S3 E1: Wedding / Christening, Doris on the drums & Nessa's webcam Broadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones mull over the first episode of series 3 of Gavin & Stacey. Both families are off to the christening of Neil Noel Edmund Smith / Nessa & Dave's engagement party. Godfather Bryn belts out a song, accompanied by Doris on the drums and Smithy's sister Rudi and mum Kath meet Nessa for the first time, or is it... Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See ac...

2024-12-1622 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S2 minisode: your emailsBroadcasters and best pals Abbie McCarthy & Olivia Jones go through the inbox to get your thoughts & feelings on Series 2. They find out what 'being at the crease' actually means, some vital Gavin & Stacey memorabilia, a wild finale prediction & epiphany on Bryn’s love life. Also, find out how to get your mitts on the bingo card for the last ever episode!Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

2024-12-1311 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S2 E8: The Christmas Special (2008)Broadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones discuss all the details of the first Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special. The announcement of Gavin's new job in Cardiff does not land well... Plus, Edna makes a surprise appearance, Gwen gets a bounty & Dave Coaches proposes!Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-0937 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S2 E7: Bryn's rubber gloves, mooing & the birth of Neil The BabyBroadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones dive into the seventh episode of series 2 of Gavin & Stacey. The couple at the centre of the show are on the rocks but that gets put aside as Nessa Shanessa Jenkins goes into labour. Bryn is very hands on, we witness Smithy & Rudi's special handshake, Gavin & Smithy race up to Wales & there's the emotional moment that Smithy meets his newborn son, Neil. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-0925 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S2 E6: foam, bingo & a silver statue Broadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones share their thoughts on the sixth episode of series 2 of Gavin & Stacey. Pam and Big Fat Sue are protesting again the installation of the mast, Smithy's organised a boys night out at a foam party, Stacey goes to the bingo, we see Nessa in full street entertainer mode and there's a romantic phone call. Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See ac...

2024-12-0926 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S2 E5: Jean, Pam Ham & the barn dance Broadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones chat through the fifth episode of Series 2 of Gavin & Stacey. Bryn is cracking under the pressure of keeping the barn dance a surprise, Pam is found eating ham, Nessa & Bryn blow us away with 'Islands In The Stream', everyone hates Jean and Stacey reveals she's lonely & homesick. Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-0926 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S2 E4: Mick on the news, Nessa's semi-pro bowling & a corn on the cobBroadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones spill the juice on the fourth episode of the second series of Gavin & Stacey. The love birds look round an awful flat, Stacey's been cracking them out to Cash In The Attic, Mick becomes a minor celebrity, we see Nessa's unreal bowling skills and things get all hot & steamy over a corn on the cob. Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. Se...

2024-12-0923 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S2 E3: cheeky Doris, homo-erotic gym time & the scanBroadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones dissect the third episode of the second series of Gavin & Stacey. The couple go to Barry to support their pals at the baby scan, Nessa & Bryn are rehearsing a song, Doris flirts with a petrified Gavlar & Nessa and Smithy see their baby for the first time on screen. Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

2024-12-0923 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S2 E2: the driving range, Take That & boiling hot apple pieBroadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones chat all about the second episode of series 2 of Gavin & Stacey. We meet Rudi, the boys manage to track Smithy down, Bryn experiences the drive thru for the first time, Pam has a secret sausage and Gavin and Stacey's squeaky bed ruins breakfast. Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-0920 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S2 E1: Carpriccios, code words & Mick's elephant trunkBroadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones swap observations on the first episode of series 2 of Gavin & Stacey. The happily married couple are back from their honeymoon, Bryn shows off his lousy t-shirt, the gang go to Capriccios to catch up, we meet Seth and "Smithy's the father!"Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-0923 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S1 minisode: your emailsBroadcasters and best pals Abbie McCarthy & Olivia Jones go through the inbox to see what you guys have to say about series 1. They chat about possible spin off shows, character crushes, favourite characters, Nessa’s OH count and predictions for the show’s finale…Get in touch with your thoughts & feelings on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-0616 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S1 E6: Charlotte Church, Royal roleplay & raising a toastBroadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones chat through the last episode of Series 1 of Gavin & Stacey. It's the big day and the whole gang are in Barry for the wedding of the year. Bryn gets teary reading a special letter, Smithy's best man speech is much shorter than anyone expected, Pam, Dawn & Gwen discuss keeping things alive in the bedroom, Stacey supports Nessa through her own life milestone and there's a question that lingers until Series 2...Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @ab...

2024-12-0222 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S1 E5: the infamous fishing trip, whipped cream & AhmedBroadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones dissect the fifth episode of Gavin & Stacey. Jason returns home but it all feels very awkward. Stacey has her hen do with a bonus PC Lovelength and Gavin has not one, but two stag dos... Gavin bumps into Ahmed, Stacey's ex-fiancé and does not take it well at all!Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

2024-12-0224 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S1 E4: God, tuna sandwiches & a magician Broadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones spill the juice on the fourth episode of Gavin & Stacey. The happy couple visit the wedding fayre, Smithy gets drawn in by Jammy and the idea of the ultimate stag do, Bryn is enchanted by a magician, we meet Barry's eccentric vicar & we play the classic game Cruise, Marry, Shag... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-0224 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S1, E3: Bryn's sat nav, leek munching & muddy kneesBroadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones exchange takes on the third episode of Gavin & Stacey. Stacey's family are skeptical about the engagement whilst Pam is ready to throw a party! Abbie & Olivia debrief on the painful journey to Billericay, Nessa's dating history, Smithy's baby voice, Pam turning veggie & the revelation of the wedding destination. Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-0219 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S1, E2: phonecall drama, spot-gate & a sniper proposalBroadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones share their thoughts on the second episode of Gavin & Stacey. The perfect love story has it's first blip after a mix-up on the phone, Stacey visits Essex and wakes up with the most squeezable spot the world has ever seen! And Gavin gets a thrilling lesson in computers from Bryn. Abbie & Olivia chat about quiz night, the introduction of Dawn & Pete, that very quick proposal & everything in between...Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy...

2024-12-0224 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey S1, E1: Leicester Square, aftershock shots & en-suite filthBroadcasters and friends Abbie McCarthy and Olivia Jones debrief on the very first episode of Gavin & Stacey and the 'blind' date that started it all. They get into the outfits (nice cardi!) the characters' friendships and chemistry, cheeky Doris, omelettes & loads more... Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok - @neverseenpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-0218 min

Never Seen Gavin & Stacey TrailerHere's a lil taster of what to expect from this podcast - two best friends chatting about the award-winning comedy sitcom Gavin & Stacey. Abbie is a self-confessed superfan, Olivia has never ever watched it. Abbie needs no excuse to binge this show again and Olivia wants to catch up ahead of the show's finale at the end of 2024, so together they watch & debrief on every single episode and they'd love you to get involved too! Get in touch on hello@neverseenpodcast.comFollow us on socials:Instagram - @abbiejmccarthy @thatoliviajonesTikTok...

2024-11-2906 min

The Eras Podcast Glass Animals - honest songwriting, conjuring thunder & fear of cowsAbbie McCarthy is in conversation with Dave Bayley, the frontman of critically acclaimed band Glass Animals to get all the details on their latest album 'I Love You So F***ing Much' and their other eras so far. In this episode Dave and Abbie discuss the band's beginnings, record-breaking song 'Heatwaves', having an existential crisis, feeling empowered by their fans to write more candidly and creating in the middle of the night.Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at...

2024-10-211h 01

The Eras Podcast Tom Walker - overnight success, falling back in love with music & service stationsAbbie McCarthy sits down with singer songwriter Tom Walker to chat indepth about his latest album 'I Am' and his other eras to date.In this episode Tom and Abbie discuss developing his singing voice, scrapping a whole album and starting again, nearly falling out with his record label, his defining song 'Leave a Light On' and keeping things as truthful as possible. Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios.Follow us:I...

2024-10-1452 min

The Eras Podcast Pale Waves - queer celebration, maturing musically & a broken back Abbie McCarthy sits down with Heather Baron-Gracie, the lead singer of Manchester band Pale Waves to delve into the band's latest album 'Smitten' and their other eras so far.In this conversation Heather and Abbie discuss the strong connection with their fans, having Matty Healy from The 1975 as a mentor and refining the Pale Waves sound. Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios.Follow us:Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthyTikTok @theeraspodcast @a...

2024-09-3046 min

The Eras Podcast Nina Nesbitt - being a label boss, manifesting & bad karaokeAbbie McCarthy chats indepth with Scottish singer songwriter Nina Nesbitt about her latest album 'Mountain Music' and her other eras so far.In this conversation Nina and Abbie discuss Nina being championed by Taylor Swift, starting her own label Apple Tree Records, supporting her hero Stevie Nicks, going back to her Scottish roots and writing with other artists.Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios.Follow us:Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthy...

2024-09-2355 min

The Eras Podcast Shygirl - collaborating with friends, Club Shy and sword swallowingAbbie McCarthy sits down with Shygirl ahead of her supporting Charli xcx on the BRAT tour and they get into all the moments that have made her the artist and performer she is today.In this conversation Shy and Abbie discuss her strict yet supportive family, working with Björk, winning a MOBO, the flipside to the rave, creating community and living in the present at Club Shy.Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios.

2024-09-1650 min

The Eras Podcast Sam Tompkins - vulnerability, busking acapella & breakfast with Bieber Abbie McCarthy chats indepth with Brighton singer songwriter Sam Tompkins to get the low down on his debut album 'hi, my name is insecure' and his other eras to date. In this conversation Sam and Abbie discuss his beginnings busking with Ren, being able to be raw and vulnerable in his songs, his ups and downs in the music industry, spirituality and meeting & becoming friends with his musical idol Justin Bieber. Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski. The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Stud...

2024-09-091h 01

The Eras Podcast Orla Gartland - going HD, collaborating with Declan McKenna & the band FIZZAbbie McCarthy sits down with Irish rising star Orla Gartland to get all the details on her forthcoming album 'Everybody Needs A Hero' and her other eras to date.In this conversation Orla and Abbie discuss growing up online, the recent fun times with supergroup FIZZ, her track being featured on Netflix's Heartstopper, finding her sexuality and being bolder than ever.Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios.Artwork: @malkahartFollow...

2024-09-0256 min

News of the Old Podcast Chicago Rashomon '68I am looking at a photograph taken on Chicago’s Michigan Avenue a little after 8 on the evening of Wednesday, August 28, 1968, and wishing my father was still around to fill in a few details. It’s a dramatic image. Center foreground is a cop in a riot helmet who seems to be weighing whether to use his night-stick on the photographer, Michael Boyer of the Associated Press. Behind him, moving right to left, similarly accoutered colleagues are chasing people down the sidewalk outside the Conrad Hilton. That’s where Vice President Hubert Humphrey, the Democratic presidential nominee, is headquartered along...

2024-08-2413 min

The Trans-Atlanticist An Eye-Witness Account of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, 1968with Andrew Sola, Charlotte Lerg, and Gary Kissick This episode is part of the ChicagoHamburg30 podcast series, celebrating the 30-Year Anniversary of the Chicago Hamburg Sister-City relationship. The Democratic National Convention in Chicago 1968 was one of the most important political events in the twentieth century. It was preceded by a number of earth-shaking crises, including the devastating Tet Offensive in Vietnam in January, President Lyndon B. Johnson's shocking announcement that he would not run for a second term in March, the assassination of beloved civil rights leader Martin Luther King in April, and then the...

2024-08-101h 10

The Eras Podcast Blossoms - Stockport, pints with Rick Astley and longevityAbbie McCarthy chats in depth with indie stars Tom Ogden & Joe Donovan from Blossoms to delve into their latest album 'Gary' and the other eras in their decade together as a band.In this conversation the guys and Abbie discuss their defining songs, recently working with CMAT & Jungle, battling imposter syndrome, the sonic DNA of Blossoms and their Whatsapp group with Rick Astley.Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios.Artwork: @malkahart

2024-08-051h 04

The Eras Podcast Hak Baker - channeling emotion, misfits & hero Pete Doherty Abbie McCarthy sits down with East End singer songwriter Hak Baker to find out more about his relationship with music, debut album 'Worlds End FM' and other eras so far.In this conversation Hak and Abbie discuss pivotal guitar lessons in prison, representing his community, the deep connection with his supporters, chaotic live moments and growing as a person & artist. Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios.Artwork: @malkahartFollow us:

2024-07-2946 min

The Eras Podcast Remi Wolf - creating instinctively, throwing parties & bonding with ParamoreAbbie McCarthy chats to Remi Wolf, live from Rough Trade East in London. They delve into her second album ‘Big Ideas' and her other eras so far.In this conversation Remi and Abbie discuss choosing music over sport, busking in LA, finding musical chemistry, touring with Olivia Rodrigo & Paramore and playing Stevie Wonder’s Rhodes.Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, this episode was recorded live in front of an audience at Rough Trade East.Artwork: @malkahart

2024-07-2242 min

The Eras Podcast Bradley Simpson - getting personal, chicken wings & Paul McCartney's guitarAbbie McCarthy sits down with Bradley Simpson to discuss his new chapter as a solo artist, writing in a more personal way than ever before and letting the fans pick the singles. In this conversation Bradley and Abbie discuss his earliest musical memories, favourite moments with The Vamps, meeting his hero Dave Grohl, working with hugely respected producer Boots and his love for NYC. Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios.Artwork: @malkahart

2024-07-1555 min

The Eras Podcast Hard Life - making music without expectation, getting sued & jacket potatoesAbbie McCarthy chats to Murray from Hard Life (fka Easy Life) about their highly publicised lawsuit, new band name and plans for this next chapter. In this conversation Murray and Abbie discuss the band’s humble beginnings in Leicester, creating early mixtapes, finding their signature sound, the challenges of playing live and how to always keep things authentic. Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios.Artwork: @malkahartFollow us:Insta...

2024-07-0858 min

The Eras Podcast Lauren Mayberry (CHVRCHES) - going solo, kitchen tattoos & emails with Robert Smith Abbie McCarthy chats to Lauren Mayberry about her thriving new solo era, best moments with the band CHVRCHES and their collaborations with The National, Hayley Williams and Robert Smith. In this conversation Lauren and Abbie discuss her beginnings in music, creating community and growing into being the frontwoman we see today. Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios.Artwork: @malkahartFollow us:Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthyTikTok @theeraspodcast @abb...

2024-07-0155 min

The Eras Podcast Caity Baser - writing honestly, Latex disasters & growing in confidence Abbie McCarthy chats to rising popstar Caity Baser about her earliest music memories, going viral on TikTok and releasing her chart-topping mixtape 'Still Learning'. In this conversation Caity and Abbie discuss her ambitions from a young age, public wardrobe mishaps, her pure love of performing, affordable tickets for fans and her defining songs to date.Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios.Artwork: @malkahartFollow us:Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthy...

2024-06-2445 min

The Eras Podcast AURORA - music after death, big nights out and Mother EarthAbbie McCarthy sits down with Norwegian star AURORA to delve into her latest album 'What Happened To The Heart?' and her other eras so far.In this conversation AURORA and Abbie discuss embracing the chaos, her defining song 'Runaway', collaborating with new people, the importance of nature to her work and being an inspiration to Billie Eilish.Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski.The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios.Artwork: @malkahartFollow us:...

2024-06-1756 min

The Eras Podcast Trailerwhat to expect from The Eras Podcast... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-06-1400 min

My Music My Music Episode 352 - JeweliaLondon-based singer-songwriter Jewelia creates her own flavour of pop, centred around her recognisable vocals, lyrical charisma and catchy melodies. Find her music at www.jewelia-music.com Jewelia’s self-produced music has garnered a warm welcome from listeners, with over 1.5 million views on her YouTube channel and 1.2 million streams on Spotify and features on editorial playlists like New Music Friday UK and Chill Pop Hits on Spotify, Rising Pop on Tidal or New in Alternative on Apple Music. Jewelia was featured in press in Clash Magazine, The Daily Star, EARMILK, Women in Pop, Honey Pop and The Vinyl District, among ot...

2024-03-0136 min

Half Time Sandwiches Blanked by Boyzone, De Zerbi's new teeth & Garth Crooks the music criticBack after their very own winter break, Josh and Henry explore the real possibility of Garth Crooks lining up a career as a music journalist, presenter and Chelsea fan Abbie McCarthy joins them for a special edition of 'Punalty Shoot Out' and after reports of Boyzone taking over Chorley FC, the boys dream up some other popstar and football club collaborations.Follow the podcast @halftimesandwiches and get in contact on Instagram or email halftimesandwiches@gmail.com - we'd love to hear from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-02-1518 min

The MonkCast The Docs Are In: Documentation - the Bridgework of OSS (With Abigail McCarthy)Abigail McCarthy (Staff Technical Open Source Communications Manager at VMware and Kelly's former colleague from their time at Apprenda) joins Kelly and Kate in a conversation that leverages all the civil engineering metaphors: documentation as an avenue into open source projects; Abbie's own pathway from OSS documentation lurker to active participant (her current titles also include Kubernetes SIG Docs Localization Subproject Lead); docs as an essential part of the bridge work needed to meet potential contributors (and even maintainers) where they are and get them comfortable engaging with such projects. Abbie also drops some best practices and recommendations, including...

2023-12-0420 min

Sound Advice- The Music Industry Podcast #001: Kickstart Your Music Career with BBC Introducing | Abbie McCarthyFor our first episode, I was joined by Abbie McCarthy to talk about how indpendent artists can get their music played on the radio and access countless opportunities through the BBC Introducing platform. Abbie is a presenter and DJ from Kent, who's BBC Radio Kent show has helped launch the careers of artists like Venbee and Soft Play (formerly Slaves). 🔗 ABBIE MCCARTHY: 📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/abbieabbiemac/ 📻 Listen to Abbie's show here: bbc.co.uk/sounds/series/p09m765q 🎵 Upload your music to BBC Introducing: bbc.co.uk/introducing/uploader 🎧 LISTEN TO THE SHOW https://linktr.ee/soundadvicepod 🔗 JOIN OUR COMMUNITY...

2023-11-0726 min $The Big Red Bench | Cork\'s RedFM$

The Big Red Bench | Cork's RedFM The Women in Sport Podcast S4 E 28On this week’s edition of the Women in Sport Podcast with Ger McCarthy: 1.40 Munster Women’s Rugby senior players Abbie Salter-Townshend and Roisin Ormond PLUS our resident rugby expert Wendy Keenan 28.40 Crookstown Traditional Shotokan Karate club members Denise Lehane and Aisling O'Donovan 41.40 Big Red Bench AFLW Expert Mike Currane 54.50 Cork Camogie senior manager Matthew Twomey 1.10.10 Carbery Camogie Division and Clonakilty club captain Niamh Desmond-Collins

2023-08-171h 23

The Helping Musicians Podcast The Helping Musicians Podcast - 037 - Abbie McCarthyQueen of BBC Introducing in Kent, badass Mum to gig night Good Karma Club, plus all round ray of heart-warming hustle sunshine, this week's guest is Abbie McCarthy. ABBIE INSTA - https://www.instagram.com/abbieabbiemac/ Episode features: - Abbie's top three tips to increase your chances of National radio play. - How Abbie ended up doing a DJ set with Mel C. Yes. The Mel C. - How does she find new music proactively? - Why ya need to keep your bios up to date.

2023-06-1927 min $We\'re Too Old For This Podcast$

We're Too Old For This Podcast Episode 36 - The HeatAbbie and Brendan get wicked Boston-ish with the 2013 buddy cop comedy THE HEAT starring Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy.

2023-04-0557 min

The Faster Than Normal Podcast: ADD | ADHD | Health Award Winning TV & Radio Presenter Abbie McCarthy on ADHD and Career SymmetryAbbie McCarthy is an award-winning TV / Radio presenter & DJ, you'll find her hosting BBC Music Introducing in Kent on the airwaves every Saturday night and also bringing great new music & fun interviews to your TV screens on 4Music and E4 Extra with Fresh This Month. Abbie is known for bringing the party with her DJ sets and this year has played at a whole host of festivals, including Glastonbury, Latitude & Knebworth, as well as playing several arena shows. Abbie is also the host and curator of popular gig night Good Karma Club, which has put on early shows for...

2023-02-0116 min $It\'s All Cobblers To Me$

It's All Cobblers To Me The Preview Show: Northampton Town v Barrow AFCCharles chats to Bluebirds fan Ronan McCarthy ahead of Northampton Town's League 2 home game against Barrow AFC.Hear about Barrow's start to the season, their style of play and how the 3 ex-Cobblers in their squad are getting on.Plus we give our predictions for the game._________________________Support the showIf you'd like to support the podcast, we'd really appreciate it.You can sign up to the Fan Club on Patreon from just £2 a month and in return we'll give you loads of extra cool stuff like exclusive pod...

2022-09-0241 min

The Radio Academy Podcast Soundtracking with Edith BowmanThis week’s episode features Edith Bowman in conversation with fellow ARIA-winner Abbie McCarthy, about her hugely successful podcast Soundtracking. We didn’t want you to miss out on this live chat they did for the Radio Academy at The Podcast Show 2022 - so we’ve selected all the best bits for you to listen to. Edith explains how she combined her passion for music and film to get the idea started, how Steven Spielberg made her cry, the logistics of recording a small podcast from home, and how she’s so dedicated that she’s only ever mi...

2022-06-1518 min $It\'s All Cobblers To Me$

It's All Cobblers To Me The Preview Show: Barrow AFC v Northampton TownThe Cobblers travel to Barrow-In-Furness for what we hope will be the last game of the season this Saturday. To win promotion to League One, all the Cobblers need to do is win. Yes, it's not quite that simple as Bristol Rovers could potentially smash 7 or 8 past Scunthorpe but we're thinking positively on this podcast.Danny and Charles are joined by lifelong Barrow fan Ronan to get the view from the opposition on the game, the ticket situation and the ridiculous love-in between Barrow's official Twitter account and Bristol Rovers fans.This Week's...

2022-05-0652 min $Hi, I\'m Sober$

Hi, I'm Sober Hi, I'm Sober - Abbie McCarthyThis week I spoke to Abbie McCarthy, you might know her as A Sober Tale. Abbie is one of the shining lights in my sobriety, I have the privilege of calling her a true friend.Abbie bared her soul to me and goes through the ups and downs of her early sobriety which led her to three months with AA. She’s another guest who has struggled greatly with mental health problems in sobriety, keep listening to get her take on why it’s worth carrying on. And how she is ready to start getting deep with ther...

2022-03-0742 min

Holy Interruptions 4: Clarity is KindnessIn this episode, Abbie McCarthy and Sarah Spacek discuss dating in the Christian world, touching on a variety of topics including: Is casual dating allowed in Christian circles? Can girls ask boys out? How do we date in a way that honors the Lord? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/holyinterruptions/support

2022-01-2825 min

What was That? with Jon Williams Calva LouiseCalva Louise is one of the most exciting modern alternative bands on the planet. I have played the shit out of them since launching WWTR a little over a year ago, ha. Here's their bio. "Their eclectic sound is a molotov cocktail, encompassing ambitious songwriting and searing guitar hooks. Jess, Alizon, and Ben crossed paths in London during 2016, forming the band and quickly supporting the likes of Highly Suspect, Albert Hammond Jr., and Razorlight on tour. Since the band started, Calva Louise's songs have found heavy rotation across BBC1 with Jack Saunders, Huw Stephens, Annie...

2021-11-291h 33

Music Industry Secrets... Spilled Music Industry Secrets... Spilled with Abbie McCarthyFor the last episode in the series, we are joined by presenter Abbie McCarthy. Abbie is the host of BBC Introducing in Kent as well as regularly covering on BBC Radio 1. She is also the mastermind behind 'Good Karma Club' & has her own podcast called 'Celebrity Search Engine'. We focus this episode mainly on Radio. We talk about how artists can get their music played on their local BBC Introducing show, to playing on their stages at festivals. We also talk about other avenues of getting radio play and when the right time is to bring in a...

2021-11-1547 min

Almost Famous on 95.9 WATD Almost Halloween 2021 (10/26/21)Playlist: Walter Sickert & The Army of Broken Toys - It's Only Halloween, Jenna Lotti – Ghosts, Running Mates - Black Moon, Fil Pacino - Death By Lions, Caravan of Thieves - Raise the Dead, Lainey Dionne - I Love You To Death, Tammy Laforest - Into the Water, Jay Psaros – Zombies, Abbie Barrett - Blood & Bone, Briana White – Ghost, Mallett Brothers - Dangerous Enemies, Mary McAvoy - Blood Supply, Butch McCarthy/AllOneWorld - Ghosts In These Woods, Annabelle Lee - Warm Blood, Wyn Doran – Spell, Visiting Wine – Haunted, Elovaters - Shaking Off The Wolves, Didn't Planet - Abe Lincoln, Kala Farnham...

2021-10-271h 45

Strong Songs "Fingertips" by They Might Be GiantsKirk picks apart not one, not two, but twenty one micro-songs by the great They Might Be Giants.What's that blue thing doing here? Who's knocking on the wall? And for that matter, who's that standing out the window? It's time to answer those questions and many more, as Kirk delves into The Might Be Giants' singular collection of mini-songs, "Fingertips." It's a stylistic smorgasbord of sound, with everything from jazz to rock to lounge to... honestly, genre doesn't exist and "Fingertips" proves it. Each tiny song shines for its brief moment of life, and then lives...

2021-08-2559 min

Strong Songs "Scenes from an Italian Restaurant" by Billy JoelA bottle of red... a bottle of white... whatever kind of mood you're in, we're talking Billy Joel tonight!Pull up a table and join Kirk for a long look into one of Joel's most enduring songs, the seven-and-a-half minute, five course musical meal that is "Scenes from an Italian Restaurant." The centerpiece on Joel's breakthrough 1977 album The Stranger, Italian Restaurant has got it all: schmaltzy sax, hard rock rhythms, love, heartbreak, and a pair of harmonized clarinets. Written by: Billy JoelProduced by: Phil RamoneAlbum: The Stranger (1977)L...

2021-08-1156 min

Strong Songs The Music All Around Us, with Imogen HeapOn this episode, Kirk sits down for a conversation with composer, singer, and music technologist Imogen Heap.The two talk about the creative process, live performance in the pandemic age, the shifting relationship between artist and audience, the process of developing new music technology, several of Heap's ambitious musical projects, and of course, her song "Hide and Seek," which was the subject of an episode of Strong Songs earlier this year.REFERENCED/DISCUSSED:Imogen Heap's App, home of the "Heapsters": https://imogenheap.app/The Mi.Mu Gloves: https://mimugloves.com/“Promo” by Tim Exile live...

2021-07-141h 18

Strong Songs Strong Covers, Vol. 1It's time for Strong Songs to talk about some Strong Covers! On this episode, Kirk tackles four famous covers, comparing each with the original while trying to suss out what makes a great cover in the first place. COVERED (HEYO):"Respect" by Otis Redding, as covered by Aretha Franklin in 1967"Satisfaction" by Jagger/Richards, as covered by Devo on Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, 1978"Mad World" by Roland Orzabal/Tears for Fears, as covered by Michael Andrews and Gary Jules for Donnie Darko, 2001"Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen, as covered by Jeff Buckley on...

2021-06-301h 00

Strong Songs "New Born" and "Micro Cuts" by MuseLink it to the world, link it to yourself, link it to your podcast app, because it's time to talk about Muse.Kirk takes a deep dive into not one but two songs off of Muse's seminal 2001 album Origin of Symmetry: "New Born," which kicks the album off with a strong pop-rock approach, and "Micro Cuts," a mid-album high point that shows off their more eclectic influences. It's time for some contrapuntal harmony mixed with some good old fashioned blues riffs, and a lot of guitar fuzz on top.Written by: Matthew Bellamy...

2021-05-1956 min

Strong Songs Sidechain Compression & Saxophone Traffic ConesMailbag time! Kirk peruses the Strong Songs inbox to answer your questions about jazz drum solos, practicing with play-a-longs, Tame Impala tunes, saxophones with traffic cones, vocal technique, sidechain compression, and several tricky rhythms.REFERENCED/DISCUSSED:“Tubes” by Moon Hooch from their NPR Tiny Desk live concert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwBhxBBa7tE“Strangers” by The Kinks from Lola vs. Powerman and the Moneygoround, Pt. 1, 1970“Tubular Bells” by Mike Oldfield from Tubular Bells, 1973“In The Moonlight” by Pearl Jam from Last Dogs, 2003“Good Time Boys” by the Red Hot Chili Peppers from Mother’s Milk, 1989"One Night i...

2021-04-2159 min

Strong Songs "Stolen Moments" by Oliver NelsonJazz is all about the contrast between the individual and the collective, and few recordings embody that as beautifully as "Stolen Moments," the opening track from Oliver Nelson's 1961 hard-bop record The Blues and the Abstract Truth.On this episode, Kirk dives deep into Nelson's classic tune, starting with his dense horn arrangement, then considering the three improvised horn solos as distinct creations that reflect the at-times wildly different ambitions of each individual player. Also, there's jazz flute.Written by: Oliver NelsonPerformed by: Freddie Hubbard (tpt.), Eric Dolphy (alto/flute), Oliver Nelson (tenor...

2021-04-0759 min

Strong Songs "Cameo Lover" by KimbraOpen up your heart! Open up your heart! Open up your heart, let Kimbra pull you out!On this episode, Kirk goes for a swim in the extra-buoyant waters of Kimbra's 2011 pop stomper "Cameo Lover." It's an intricate musical narrative told through shifting time-feels, retro drum beats, leaping vocals, and sneaky key changes, and it's just the song to raise our spirits after a long, dark winter.Written by: Kimbra JohnsonAlbum: Vows (2011)Listen/Buy via Album.LinkALSO REFERENCED/DISCUSSED:“Somebody That I Used to Know” by Goty...

2021-03-2455 min

Strong Songs The Mysteries of Music, with Carmen StaafWhat's this? An off-week episode of Strong Songs??Indeed it is! For this episode of Strong Conversations (working title), Kirk hopped on a call with New York pianist Carmen Staaf to talk about the fundamental elements of music, learning to sing as an instrumentalist, teaching jazz and ear training, her collaborations with vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater and drummer Allison Miller, and the similarities between jazz and chess.Learn more about Carmen at her website: https://www.carmenstaaf.com/Check out her music here: https://carmenstaaf.bandcamp.com/REFERENCED/DISCUSSED:“Blackbird” by P...

2021-03-171h 07

Strong Songs Cross-Rhythms, Concept Albums & Dream SongsTime for the first Q&A episode of Strong Songs year three!On this episode, Kirk digs into the mailbag for your questions on Jack White's guitar tone, Shabaka Hutchings' sax sound, 70s kitsch jazz, concept albums, drummers learning mallet instruments, Celtic sounds, "saving" jazz, and SOPHIE. Also, a listener shares a song that came to him in a dream.REFERENCED/DISCUSSED:“O Superman” by Laurie Anderson from Big Science, 1982“Let Down” by Radiohead from OK Computer, 1997“Icky Thump” by The White Stripes from Icky Thump, 2007“Summon the Fire” by The Comet is Coming from Trust In Th...

2021-02-2458 min

Strong Songs "Babylon Sisters" by Steely DanHere comes that Santa Ana wind again, blowing us right into the slightly skewed world of Steely Dan.It was never a question whether Strong Songs would do a Steely Dan episode, it was more a question of which song to focus on. In the end, Kirk chose "Babylon Sisters," a culmination of the band's incredible 1970s run that exemplifies Fagen and Becker's brand of pristine, laser-focused groove. It's also arguably the definitive recording of Bernard Purdie's signature Purdie Shuffle.Written by: Walter Becker and Donald FagenAlbum: Gaucho (1980)Listen/Buy...

2021-02-1059 min

The Music Industry Podcast Build Your Music Brand in Under 10 MinutesWithout a strong artist brand, how do you expect people to remember you?Besides creating quality music, building your artist image should be your top priority when it comes to marketing yourself.In this bite-size podcast, we've compiled our top tips and advice from industry professionals, including major labels, playlist curators and musicians, who discuss how you can effectively build your brand through the use of artist visuals, brand authenticity and crafting your story.Guests (in order of appearance):Joe Kentish - Head of A&R at Warner RecordsLiberty Wilson...

2021-02-0109 min

Spoken Word with Electronics Episode 40, Introduction: "Well, the Insurrection WAS Televised, Wasn't It."SPOKEN WORD WITH ELECTRONICS #40: "A YIPPIE SEANCE!" A YIPPIE SEANCE! — Abbie Hoffman and Jerry Rubin Take Credit for Last Week's Insurrection. Spoken Word with Electronics is an audio series delivering to you a two side recording of unusual stories paired with vintage modular electronic sounds Hi, everyone. Welcome back to the show. This week we're pleased to welcome Abbie Hoffman and Jerry Rubin into the studio. It's their first interview in more than 25 years! Abbie has been in hiding since 1989 and Jerry has gone low profile since 1994, but we meet with them via seance this week. The reason: They want to...

2021-01-1113 min

Ethan Persoff Episode 40, Intro: "Well, The Insurrection -WAS- Televised, Wasn't It."SPOKEN WORD WITH ELECTRONICS #40: "A YIPPIE SEANCE!" A YIPPIE SEANCE! — Abbie Hoffman and Jerry Rubin Take Credit for Last Week's Insurrection. Spoken Word with Electronics is an audio series delivering to you a two side recording of unusual stories paired with vintage modular electronic sounds Hi, everyone. Welcome back to the show. This week we're pleased to welcome Abbie Hoffman and Jerry Rubin into the studio. It's their first interview in more than 25 years! Abbie has been in hiding since 1989 and Jerry has gone low profile since 1994, but we meet with them via seance this week. The reason: They want to...

2021-01-1113 min

The Music Industry Podcast The Impact TikTok Has On The Music IndustryTikTok is having a huge effect on the music industry - but is it for better or worse?In this bite-size podcast, we've compiled the best TikTok chat from discussions with industry experts, so you can know how to implement the platform best, or whether it's even for you at all.Speakers (In order)Damian Keyes - Musician/ Founder at BIMMAbbie McCarthy - BBC Radio DJ and PresenterChelsea Wood - Artist Manager at VDM Music (speaking on her artist, Nina Nesbitt)Andy Knox - Director of Commercial and Streaming...

2021-01-0511 min

Noisy & Outspoken Broadcasting for The BBC and Pinch me Moments with Abbie McCarthy - Noisy Women The PodcastAbbie and I have a mutual friend, the delightful Sarah Gosling from BBC Devon and Introducing in the South West. Abbie is someone who I have quietly admired from afar for a few years now, I adore her drive and passion for the music industry, but not only that, her various avenues to her job and her hard working attitude. Abbie McCarthy is a Radio and TV Presenter, hosting shows on BBC Radio 1, BBC Introducing in Kent, as well as BBC Sport.Abbie founded Good Karma Club, a monthly gig night at The Sebright Arms in London, which has led to...

2021-01-0129 min

The Music Industry Podcast How to Get Played on The Biggest Radio Stations | BBC Radio 1’s Abbie McCarthyRadio play can break an artist, getting music played on the radio can help access a worldwide audience who are ready to discover new music.In this podcast, BBC Radio 1's Abbie McCarthy explains how she decides which music is played on the radio as well as the best ways to submit music to be considered for radio play.Abbie's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/abbieabbiemac/

2020-10-1032 min

Phil Taggart’s Slacker Podcast Slacker Friends Ep1Hey GuysWelcome to the very first episode of a brand new format podcast that will run along side the original Slacker Podcast. This is the Slacker Friends Podcast, a weekly look at the strange, beautiful, topical, serious and irreverent stories in music with two of our favourite people.This week our Slacker Friends are LeGalaxie/Fight Like Apes and Other Voices legend MayKay and BBC Introducing, 4 Music, Radio 1 and MOTDx star Abbie McCarthy!Let us know what you think of this first episode?Support Slacker on...

2020-06-281h 13 $What\'s In The Bag?$

What's In The Bag?Abbie McCarthyAbbie McCarthy is a radio and TV presenter for BBC Introducing Kent, BBC Radio 1, 4Music and MOTDx. In the past few years alone she's hung out with footballers at the Women's World Cup, partied on Lewis Capaldi's boat and taken her club night Good Karma Club on tour around the UK. An advocate for new music and football fanatic, Abbie joins Josh Shreeve on a video call to discuss how things have changed during lockdown and reflect on her favourite music memories.Follow Abbie on Twitter and Instagram @AbbieAbbiemac and this podcast @witbpod on Twitter and...

2020-04-2944 min

Bitesize Bodacious Babes Podcast 12 🍑 Being a BBC Radio Presenter, a TV Host & DJ | Guest: Abbie McCarthyWe talk local and national radio presenter role + running a club night and being a TV presenter and more! Podcasts alumni Rhonagh O'Donnell introduced Abbie and I ahead of the recent Dublin Music Week. Abbie met Rhonagh when she was working at the BBC filming the session for BBC Introducing. The magic of women helping women and sharing the love! EPISODE GUEST: ✨ Abbie McCarthy: Abbie is from Kent and her current main job is presenting BBC Music Introducing in Kent - a weekly show on BBC Radio Kent that focuses on unsigned, undiscovered and under the radar music from her home cou...

2019-11-2759 min

Can You Forgive Her? by TROLLOPE, Anthony Eastside Punks Podcast #4 - Novelist David Swinson InterviewThis episode is also available on on i-Tunes and Google play. We sat down with writer David Swinson to talk about his new book "Crime Song", the follow up to one of The New York Times top 10 best crime novels of 2016 "The Second Girl". We also talked about his involvement in music, film, as a D.C. detective and his experiences with luminaries such as Dr. Timothy Leary, John Waters and Jim Carroll among others. David Swinson began his career at the height of the punk rock movement in the early 1980s. After attending California State University as a film major, he...

2018-06-151h 10

Home Front - Omnibus 27 November - 1 December 1917The third omnibus of Season 12, Giddy with Possibility, set in Tynemouth, in the week, in 1917, when Germany and the new Russian government began a cessation of hostilities. Cast Kitty Lumley ..... Ami Metcalf Sarah Illingworth ..... Naomi Frederick Isabel Graham ..... Keely Beresford Iris Reed ..... Charlie Hardwick Phyllis Marshall ..... Christine Absalom Adeline Lumley ..... Helen Schlesinger Bill McCracken ..... Caolan McCarthy Cressida Marshall ..... Isabella Inchbald Ethel Manning ..... Sophie Scott Edie Chadwick ..... Kathryn Beaumont Eva Reynolds ..... Sophie Scott Johnnie Marshall ..... Paul Ready Kenny Stokoe ..... Dean Logan Lester Reed ..... Trevor Fox Marion Wardle ..... Laura Elphinstone Matilda James ..... Hannah Wood Maud Drummond ..... Vineeta Rishi Molly...

2017-12-0156 min

The SRA Selector on Smoke Radio Abbie McCarthy from BBC Introducing's Champion Sound - The Bay RaysAbbie McCarthy from BBC Introducing in Kent gives us her 'Champion Sound'. Listen live, Thursdays 6pm-7pm on Smoke Radio: http://smokeradio.co.uk/listen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andybackhouseofficial AudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/AndyBackhouseDJ Twitter: @smoke_radio @andybackhouse This show was produced by Andy Backhouse and Folded Wing, in association with the British Council and the Student Radio Association. This radio show is an SRA-affiliated version of The Selector and NOT the official Selector for The British Council show. To listen to The Selector for The British Council, presented by Goldierocks, please go to http://selector-radio.com

2016-03-2201 min

2015-06-032h 12

The BBC Academy Podcast Student radioPaul Buller is joined by three of this year's Student Radio Award winners. Best newcomer Abbie McCarthy, Robin Murphy, station editor for the best student station University Radio Nottingham and Radio Warwick's Tom Davis, executive producer of the best outside broadcast. They talk about the need to focus on your audience, take creative risks, how video and clips can bring people back into radio, their future aspirations and offer tips to other student stations and the wider industry.

2012-11-1523 min

Student Radio Association Best Newcomer Abbie McCarthy#SRAs

2012-11-0800 min