In conversation with Nicola McCarthy

Johnny McMurray is joined by broadcaster, presenter, ex-player and media trailblazer Nicola McCarthy, the first female guest on the podcast — and what an incredible conversation it is. From playing football as a kid with the boys, to presenting for Manchester City during their Premier League glory days, to paving the way for women in sports media, Nicola shares it all.

We talk:

✅ The rise of women’s football in Northern Ireland

✅ Playing with and against legends like Marissa Callaghan & Julie Nelson

✅ Behind-the-scenes with Aguero, De Bruyne, Tevez & Kompany

✅ Sacrifices of being a working mum in elite sport

✅ Her passion for the future of the game — and what’s next…

It’s funny, emotional, inspiring, and full of stories you won’t want to miss.