“Episode 1…The first yin…" The one that sets the tone and grabs attention…Needs to be good…Canny be shite…Make the right choice…Find the right guest…Don’t drop the ball…The pressure is on…DO NOT FUCK THIS! Starting a podcast is hard and stressful but I found a solution for all of my dilemmas What the solution you ask? Louise McCarthy is the solution! The lassie can do it all and she agreed to be my first guest and I can’t thank her enough Get it watched!” 00:00 - Unexpected Musical Choices and Performance Challenges 01:20 - Nostalgia and Cultural References 04:45 - Family Support and Online Interactions 06:28 - Supportive Parents and Pursuing Dreams 07:21 - Career Aspirations and School Memories 09:16 - Belief in Achieving the Impossible 09:49 - Perseverance and Overcoming Challenges 11:48 - Unconventional Path to Acting 13:44 - The Joy and Challenges of Pantomime 15:39 - The Emotional Farewell to Junior Ensembles 17:34 - Drama as a Community and Personal Growth 18:57 - Technological Hesitations and Lifestyle Choices 21:24 - The Chocolate Abstinence Journey 23:06 - Unusual Eating Habits 24:59 - The Parma Violets Challenge 25:35 - Childhood Fixations and Religious Habits 27:10 - Journey to Acting and Drama School Reflections 29:37 - Childhood Movies and Early Curiosities 30:59 - Nostalgia and Awkward Memories 31:39 - Admiration for Barbara and Strong Women 33:27 - Audition Experiences and the Value of Boldness 36:46 - A Wrestling Journey and Unexpected Acting Opportunity 38:04 - First Acting Experience and On-Set Challenges 41:11 - Overcoming Doubts and Pursuing Dreams 42:50 - Family Traits and Generational Differences 44:10 - Pregnancy and Cultural Superstitions 46:00 - Cultural Observations and Humour 47:00 - Humorous Observations of Local Culture 49:25 - Reflections on Personal and Social Norms 50:09 - Cultural Differences and Self-Acceptance 52:04 - Reflections on Exam Pressure and Relevance 53:06 - Tights, Wrestling, and Hygiene Rants 55:14 - Halloween Memories and Costume Mishaps 56:34 - Childhood Embarrassment and Unique Experiences 57:18 - Halloween Costumes and Social Commentary 01:00:15 - Acting and Observations on Behaviour 01:00:46 - Reflections on Acting and Improvisation 01:01:45 - Support and Encouragement in Creative Work 01:02:46 - Overcoming Claustrophobia and Stress on Set 01:04:29 - Recollections of a Cheeky Assistant Director 01:05:11 - Overcoming Personal Struggles on Set 01:06:40 - A Day of Loss and Resilience 01:10:11 - Family Stories and Unconventional Choices 01:12:07 - A Safari Park Adventure 01:12:53 - The Monkey Incident 01:16:16 - Absurd Family Stories and Animal Antics 01:17:02 - The Tortoise Smuggling Tale 01:19:50 - Closing Thoughts and Laughter Recorded at the Variety Bar Glasgow for No Mean Radio. STAY BRASS NECKED & FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Insta: https://www.instagram.com/glasgowjester69/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL835ICVt5Lt3QzZEWdTwirjdWxjoabEkw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GlasgowJester CONTACT US Web: brassneckpodcast.com Email: hello@brassneckpodcast.com