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Popnerd

Holly Carnegie

Music

Frequency: 1 episode/31d. Total Eps: 6

The podcast all about pop music artists, their songwriting, their influences and what makes them tick. Host Holly Carnegie chats to a bunch of guests with some of the most successful songwriters and musicians in the world.

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🇬🇧 Great Britain - musicInterviews
07/08/2026
#80
🇬🇧 Great Britain - musicInterviews
06/08/2026
#46
🇬🇧 Great Britain - musicInterviews
05/08/2026
#25
🇬🇧 Great Britain - musicInterviews
04/08/2026
#33

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Episode 1 - Toyah Willcox

Season 1 · Episode 1

Thursday, February 26, 2026 • Duration 28:34

Welcome to the first episode of Popnerd! Host Holly Carnegie chats to legendary singer-songwriter Toyah Willcox.

Rising to fame in the late 70s and early 80s with hits like 'It’s a Mystery' and 'I Want to Be Free', Toyah became a defining figure of the UK’s post-punk and new wave movement.

In this candid interview, she shares insights into her creative process, how AI has helped her write songs, the importance of collaboration in music, and how she continues to challenge expectations more than four decades on.

Toyah Willcox Links:

Website: https://toyahwillcox.com/

Rewind Festival: https://south.rewindfestival.com/

Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Toyah/videos

If you enjoyed this podcast, feel free to subscribe, and follow us on Instagram, @popnerdpodcast.

Popnerd is made by Holly Carnegie.

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Episode 2 - Martin Kemp

Season 1 · Episode 2

Thursday, March 26, 2026 • Duration 21:56

Welcome to the second episode of Popnerd! Host Holly Carnegie chats with musician and 80s icon Martin Kemp.

Best known as the bassist for the new wave band Spandau Ballet, Martin played an integral role in their biggest hits, including 'True' and 'Gold'.

In this interview, Martin talks about the early days of Spandau, his surprising love of country music, and performing live in front of 1.9 billion people at Live Aid.

Martin Kemp Links:

https://www.martinkempdj.com/

https://www.instagram.com/martinjkemp/

If you enjoyed this podcast, feel free to subscribe, and follow us on Instagram, @popnerdpodcast.

Popnerd is made by Holly Carnegie.

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Episode 3 - Haircut 100

Season 1 · Episode 3

Friday, May 1, 2026 • Duration 21:41

Welcome to the third episode of Popnerd! Host Holly Carnegie chats with Haircut 100 stars Nick Heyward and Blair Cunningham.

With hits like 'Favourite Shirts (Boy Meets Girl)', 'Love Plus One' and 'Fantastic Day', the group are back together for their first record in over 40 years. Their distinctive new wave sound, blending funk rhythms with breezy pop melodies make for a truly irresistible combo.

Haircut 100 Links:

https://haircut100.com/

https://www.instagram.com/haircutonehundred/?hl=en-gb

https://www.instagram.com/nickheyward/

https://www.instagram.com/blaircunningham660/reels/?hl=am-et

If you enjoyed this podcast, feel free to subscribe, and follow us on instagram @popnerdpodcast.

Popnerd is made by Holly Carnegie

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Episode 4 - Trevor Horn

Season 1 · Episode 4

Thursday, May 28, 2026 • Duration 27:33

Welcome to the fourth episode of Popnerd! Host Holly Carnegie chats to multi-Brit award winning producer Trevor Horn.

Nicknamed 'the man who invented the 80s', Trevor shaped the sound of the decade through his work with ABC, Yes, Frankie Goes to Hollywood and Grace Jones.

Trevor Horn Links:

https://www.instagram.com/trevorhornmusic/

https://www.awaywithmedia.com/tours/Trevor-Horn

If you enjoyed this podcast, feel free to subscribe, and follow us on instagram @popnerdpodcast.

Popnerd is made by Holly Carnegie

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Episode 6 - Johnny Hates Jazz: Clark Datchler

Season 5 · Episode 6

Thursday, July 30, 2026 • Duration 37:59

Host Holly Carnegie, chats to Johnny Hates Jazz lead singer and principal songwriter Clark Datchler.

Clark talks about the future of songwriting, his love of music from the 50s and 60s, along with penning his biggest hits 'Shattered Dreams', 'I Don't Want to Be a Hero' and 'Turn Back the Clock'.

Clark Datchler / Johnny Hates Jazz Links:

http://johnnyhatesjazz.com/

https://www.clarkdatchler.com/

https://www.instagram.com/johnnyhatesjazzofficial/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/clarkdatchlerjhj/?hl=en

If you enjoyed this podcast, feel free to subscribe, and follow us on instagram @popnerdpodcast.

Popnerd is made by Holly Carnegie

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Episode 5 - Nik Kershaw

Season 1 · Episode 5

Thursday, June 25, 2026 • Duration 27:14

Popnerd host Holly Carnegie, chats to 'the one and only' Nik Kershaw about his musical influences, his adventurous use of harmony and his songwriting processes.

Nik chats about writing hits like 'I Won't Let the Sun Go Down on Me', 'Wouldn't it be Good' and 'The Riddle'.

Nik Kershaw Links:

https://www.nikkershaw.net/

https://www.nikkershaw.net/tour-dates/

https://www.instagram.com/nikkershawofficial/?hl=en

If you enjoyed this podcast, feel free to subscribe, and follow us on instagram @popnerdpodcast.

Popnerd is made by Holly Carnegie

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