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The Eras Podcast

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30 episodes
Language
English
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No
Date created
2024/06/14
Latest episode
2026/09/27
Average duration
54 min.
Release period
51 days

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Get to know the music and moments that have made your favourite artists who they are today. Expect in-depth and unfiltered conversations, hosted by award-winning music broadcaster Abbie McCarthy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Nothing But Thieves - creative freedom, Essex & building a statue
2026/09/27
Abbie McCarthy is deep in conversation with Conor Mason and Joe Langridge-Brown from rock band Nothing But Thieves to find out more about their fifth album ‘Stray Dogs’, as well as their other eras so far. Abbie, Conor and Joe chat about the band’s formation, the influence of Chinnerys and the Essex music scene, what each member brings to the band’s DNA, their incredible live shows, the key to longevity and lots more... Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraksi. The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma / Junopro / Context Films production, recorded at Metropolis Studios. Follow us: Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthy TikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy #nothingbutthieves #theeraspodcast #musicinterview #musicpodcast #conormason #joelangridgebrown #abbiemccarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Paris Paloma - The Fatal Flaw, resisting beauty standards & living with OCD
2026/09/06
Abbie McCarthy chats indepth with singer songwriter Paris Paloma about her incredible, visceral second album ‘The Fatal Flaw’ and her other eras to date. Abbie and Paris discuss her songwriting process, supporting Florence & The Machine on tour, the overwhelming worldwide reaction to her viral song 'Labour', using mythological references in her music and dismantling the patriarchy. Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski. The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma / Junopro / Context Films production, recorded at Metropolis Studios. Follow us: Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthy TikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy #parispaloma #labour #music #feminism #musicinterview #songwriting #florencewelch #abbiemccarthy #theeraspodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Liam Fray (Courteeners) - Winning over Manchester, 20 years of music & God Bless The Band
2026/08/30
Abbie McCarthy is in conversation with Liam Fray, frontman and songwriter of legendary Manchester indie band Courteeners to delve into all their eras so far.  Abbie & Liam chat about the band's 20 year history, coming through the Manchester music scene and having to fight for their approval, their new anniversary album 'God Bless The Band', his red book of poetry and lyrics, defining indie anthem 'Not Nineteen Forever' and Liam ponders what the band's legacy will be...  Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraksi.  The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma / Junopro / Context Films, recorded at Metropolis Studios.  Follow us: Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthy TikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy #courteeners #liamfray #indiemusic #guitarmusic #musicinterview #theeraspodcast #abbiemccarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Holly Humberstone - Cruel World, falling in love & attempting DIY
2026/04/12
Abbie McCarthy sits down with indie pop artist Holly Humberstone to dive into her highly anticipated second album 'Cruel World'. Abbie & Holly discuss how scary and consuming yet brilliant being in love can be, the ease of writing songs about other people, working with her teen hero and long term collaborator Rob Milton, resisting the music industry pitting women against eachother, supporting and touring with the likes of Taylor Swift, Sam Fender & Olivia Rodrigo and plenty more. Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski. The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma / Junopro / Context Films Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios. Follow us: Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthy TikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy #hollyhumberstone #indiemusic #indiepop #cruelworld #theeraspodcast #music #musicinterview #interview #abbiemccarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dermot Kennedy - sharing his notepad, self assured energy & football skills
2026/04/05
Abbie McCarthy chats indepth with Irish singer songwriter Dermot Kennedy about his third and most confident album yet ‘The Weight Of The Woods’.  Abbie & Dermot chat about the importance of vulnerability, working with producer and main collaborator Gabe Simon, incorporating Irish sounds into his latest music, the special connection with members of the crowd at live shows, the come up from busking on Grafton Street and lots more.  Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski. The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma / JunoPro / Context Films Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios. Follow us: Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthy TikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy #dermotkennedy #theweightofthewoods #theeraspodcast #music #irishmusic #interview #musicinterview #abbiemccarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Leigh-Anne - restoring her true self, her debut solo album & the best Little Mix songs ever
2026/02/23
Abbie McCarthy sits down with Leigh-Anne, to celebrate the release of her long awaited solo album 'My Ego Told Me To'. Abbie and Leigh-Anne chat about Leigh-Anne reconnecting with her younger self and unlocking her inner confidence, representing her Jamaican and Bajan heritage, what it truly means to be an independent artist, the duality on display on her debut album and the lasting legacy of Little Mix. Music produced by JMAC, Freddy Sheed & Rich Zbaraski. The Eras Podcast is a Good Karma / JunoPro / Context Films Production, recorded at Metropolis Studios. Follow us: Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthy TikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy #LeighAnne #LeighAnnePinnock #legion #littlemix #MyEgoToldMeTo #PopMusic #MusicInterview Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sigrid - playing the king, heartbreak and the ultimate pop formula
2025/08/28
Abbie 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. Follow us: Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthy TikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Royel Otis - stage fright, growing a spice horn & sun-drenched tunes
2025/08/24
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 Studios. Follow us: Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthy TikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nova Twins - syncing dreams, an underdog mentality & early fan Tom Morello
2025/08/10
Abbie 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 @abbiejmccarthy TikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Joy Crookes - South London, remaining honest & anti-perfectionism
2025/07/27
Abbie 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 @abbiejmccarthy TikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rebecca Lucy Taylor - visionary songwriting, the Self Esteem trilogy and a Madonna surprise
2025/07/13
Abbie 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 indie band Slow Club. 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 TikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cian Ducrot - music in his blood, manifesting a Grammy & bestie Ed Sheeran
2025/05/25
Abbie 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 @abbiejmccarthy TikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Luke Pritchard (The Kooks) - rockstar training. iconic curls and evolving
2025/05/11
Abbie 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. Follow us: Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthy TikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sam Ryder - a life-changing surfing accident, punk energy and frontier soul
2025/04/27
Abbie 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 @abbiejmccarthy TikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Glass Animals - honest songwriting, conjuring thunder & fear of cows
2024/10/20
Abbie 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 Metropolis Studios. Follow us: Instagram @theeraspodcastuk @abbiejmccarthy TikTok @theeraspodcast @abbie__mccarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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