The Kickabout With Johnny Vaughan
Episodes
Episode 313 – The Cresta Dance
18 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You don’t have to have 24 cans, but you should enjoy The Kickabout. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you...
Episode 312 – The Royal Bahamas Defence Board
11 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A Nations League special this week that focuses on scousers, crashes and bibs. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, a...
Episode 311 – Platinum Jubilee special – Archer Pose
04 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Platurday! A Jubilee special (somehow), as The Kickabout examines Paul Heaton and Boca Juniors. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from...
Episode 310 – Mancdinavian
28 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A huge end-of-season finale as we build up to/ignore the Champions League final this week. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every...
Episode 309 – Toby Tarrant sits in; with Eddie Hearn?
21 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The man himself Eddie Hearn joined the Kickabout this week, as Toby sat in with Gav (or did he? I’m sure you can guess the answer). You can hear Th...
Episode 308 – FA Cup Wizardry
14 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
5 pints and 2 burritos on this week’s Kickabout. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the b...
Episode 307 – Hybrid Sport Stars
07 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We get the Kickabout team together to make it happen this week, as Champions League coverage boldly goes where no man has gone before. You can hear T...
Episode 306 – Och
30 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Kickabout team invent 2 new Olympic sports this weekend. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to ...
Episode 305 - Referees or Rap Artistes
23 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Kickabout, the boys speak a bit of German, play a new game and discuss next seasons 6 nations fixture list, which is out already...! ...
Episode 304 – Carp Fishing from Grantham
16 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learn all about Easter, Norwegian football, and gangster rap in this week’s Kickabout. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every ...
Episode 303 – Spanky Saturday
09 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A brand spanking sporty Saturday analysed on The Kickabout – but don’t mention that team, and look out for March Madness. You can hear The Kickab...
Episode 302 – Laser Show
02 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Kickabout returns with the ultimate new sport – Foxing. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to...
BONUS –Toby Tarrant sits in; You’ve Only Got One Job
26 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The biggest refereeing story OF ALL TIME. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Aroun...
Episode 300 – The Equinox
19 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The most important weekend in the sporting calendar, as Johnny returns! You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if y...
Episode 299 – Toby Tarrant, Champagne Football
12 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Toby Tarrant sat in this week, and The Kickabout turned decidedly boozy. Plus roving reporter Gav went pitchside… You can hear The Kickabout live o...
Episode 298 - Ivan Lendl, Stormy Daniels & Alan Young
05 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Little Si was the Cox of the good ship Kickabout this week and oh what fun was had...! Alan Young was on the show and we also came up with some great ...
Episode 297 – Seb Coe, Bear Wrestling & The Frozen Finn
26 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny and Gav suggest a better way to name a storm, talk curling commentary and discuss the Six Nations with John Inverdale and Mike Phillips. You...
Episode 296 – Elite Performance Radio in a High Octane Environment
19 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny & Gav take on the Winter Olympics again this week, plus finally name a potentially-never-going-to-happen Rangers vs Newcastle derby. You can h...
Episode 295 – Stud Jockeys
12 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
More Six Nations previewing this week, plus reaction (in a way) to the Beijing Winter Olympics, and an analysis of lower league football (haircuts). ...
Episode 294 – John Inverdale, Gavin Hastings, On Hiatus
05 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In some actual sporting chat, The Kickabout previews this season’s Six Nations. Plus fandom in Rugby League and religious beliefs in Tibet. You can...
Episode 293 – Back Of The Head
29 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A Kickabout take on boxing fees, the Qatar World Cup, onion bags, and albatrosses. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturda...
Episode 292 – It’s Fine
22 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In a world of chaos and opposition, The Kickabout relaxes you. Just chill… You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and...
Episode 291 – The Magic Of The Cup and The Tragic Of The Cup
15 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Some extraordinary behaviour from Italian fans this week, plus a double hit of Back In Black and a formal apology from The Kickabout. You can hear Th...
Episode 290 – Pint Trigger
08 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The return of The Kickabout in 2022 introduces us to the Royal Scottish School For Officiating Excellence (RSSOE). You can hear The Kickabout live on...
Episode 289 – The Super Boxing Day Saturday Kickabout Spectacular – with Peter Crouch!
26 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Crouch joined Johnny & Gav on this most sportiest of holidays. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you ...
Episode 288 – The Captain’s Revenge
18 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, meet Sheriff Fergie. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Gro...
Episode 287 – Straddling The Pommel House
11 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The complex Formula 1 permutations explained this week. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take ...
Episode 286 – The Foam End
04 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
More tips for washing lettuce than you would expect in from your average sports show. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Satu...
Episode 285 – ShhhhhDrivel
27 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Veteran referee Alan Young returns this week, plus Johnny & Gav take a look at knighthoods and amateurs. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X ...
Episode 284 – Mirth Of The Day
20 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Another example of Total Format this week, as Steven Gerrard’s decision-making is thoroughly examined. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X f...
Episode 283 – None More Big
13 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Definitely NOT a change in format this week, but there was plenty of “doubling up”… You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every ...
Episode 282 – John Inverdale is alive!
06 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Silver Kickabout is joined by John Inverdale this week, for some actual insight into rugby, and some rubbish insight into golf. You can hear The ...
Episode 281 – Total Format
30 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Just as much chat about clocks this week as about sport. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take...
Episode 280 – Toby Tarrant sits in…and reveals all about kegs
23 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Toby brings stories of autograph paraphernalia and GPS trackers, and Gav pitches a different angle for the TV show Succession… You can hear The Kic...
Episode 279 – Leg of Stam
16 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Kickabout sings the praises of Steve Bruce this week, and there’s a lot of talk about meat… You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 1...
Episode 278 – 3pm Saturdayists: Angry But Predictable
09 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny appeals for 3pm Saturdayism, and Gav is confused by cross-promotion. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and ...
Episode 277 – Haulage Tsar
02 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The return of the Super Saturday Kickabout Retrospective Super Saturday Special this week, plus HGV drivers get the Kickabout treatment. You can hear...
Episode 276 – Christ on a bike
25 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gav makes a bold claim about Jesus this week – do you agree? Also the same question, but for cheese. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X fr...
Episode 275 – Don’t Mess With The Analogy
18 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A serious, focussed take on some of sports under-stories this week. Like how to pronounce Lukaku, and where Marathon is. You can hear The Kickabout l...
Episode 274 - Sprinters with Personality
11 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny and Gav discuss Emma Raducanu's amazing run at the US Open, how FIFA could liven up football friendlies and why Gareth Southgate would make a g...
Episode 273 – David James returns as The Kickabout returns!
04 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Kickabout returned without any loss of form, and in this Soccer Aid week we welcome renaissance man David James back to the show. You can hear Th...
Episode 272 – Commuting Flies to Hell
14 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Toby and Johnny chat Messi, lawn bowls and the implications of introducing holograms at Crystal Palace. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X fr...
Episode 271 – Track & Shoe
07 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Remember his name – Matty Lee… You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your ...
Episode 270 – Olympic Kickabout, Lively Affair
31 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A return of the Scottish Football Update this week, plus an exemplary Kickabout link – the perfect Good. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X...
Episode 269 – Hurrah!
24 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The sports show that says HUZZAH. New Olympic sports this week, plus one of the worst new kits ever designed. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radi...
Episode 268 – Pen Pens
17 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most heinous acts of Back In Black this week, plus HRH plays golf… You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, ...
Episode 267 – Chiellini & Counterprogramming: Toby Tarrant sits in…
10 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
HUGE game tomorrow. Once in a lifetime stuff. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys A...
Episode 266 – The Penalty Kick
03 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
All your Ukrainian build-up here, exactly where you’d expect it. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you wa...
Episode 265 – The Darling Derby
26 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gav unveils the Portuguese Mike Dean this week… You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the bo...
Episode 264 - Glastonbury 'Jus'
19 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It was the "BIG" morning after the "BIG" night. Just how "BIG" was it though? You probably already know the answer, but why not get Johnny & Gav's tho...
Episode 263 – The Euros!
12 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stay tuned for that big interview with Lionel Messi! (if we have time) You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if yo...
Episode 262 – Baffling Bounce
05 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The sports show that looks at horses. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Yo...
Episode 261 - Rocky Killed Boxing
29 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How to improve penalty shoot outs, F1 and the Olympics. What more could you ask for? You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Satu...
Episode 260 - A Bit Latin Heavy
22 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Get your Latin translators out, because The Kickabout demands more this week (it completely doesn't, so no worries). You can hear The Kickabout live...
Episode 259 – Dog Style
15 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny has one word to save the Olympics this week – fire. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to ...
Episode 258 – Caesar Delicious Vinicius
08 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Discover why Johnny is considering supporting Bristol City. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to t...
Episode 257 – We Don’t Have It All Left To Do
01 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week Johnny & Gav invent the Goalspider. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys A...
Episode 256 – Jamie Carragher and The Super Kickabout League
24 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Kickabout breaks away from all sports media this week – for the sake of the listeners – and we’re joined by Jamie Carragher! You can hear T...
Episode 255 – Drew McIntyre and WoodManGav *KLAXON*
17 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
No Kickabout last week as Radio X reacted to breaking news, but this week Johnny & Gav were joined by WWE superstar Drew McIntyre. You can hear The K...
Episode 254 – Toby Tarrant sits in; FrankenToys
03 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Kickabout could be the best show on radio, if it was the best show on radio. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday,...
Episode 253 – Stephen Hendy’s Art
27 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Something amazing on this week’s Kickabout – a reason to praise Ben Affleck. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday,...
Episode 252 – San Marino? and Kammy returns…
20 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Another appearance from Chris “Kammy” Kamara this week, plus we hear Lee Westwood’s “real” voice. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio ...
Episode 251 - The Klopp Paradox
13 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
So many questions answered: Why are West Ham good this season? How could the Cheltenham Literary Festival be better and why is there no room for baby ...
Episode 250 – sportrighthereonradiox
06 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Plenty of targets this week on the Kickabout; rugby, Aston Martin, the English, Guardiola. Plus we pay tribute to Davie Moyes and the late Ian St John...
Episode 249 – To The Cleaners
27 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Get ya Rashfords! You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introdu...
Episode 248 - Moon Golf
20 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
So what really did happen to those golf balls hit on the moon? Were they even really hit, or will the Chinese prove it never happened? Find out! Plus,...
Episode 247 – Right Royal Kickabout Special
13 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Either a Royal guest or no Royal guest this week. And instead, either some Valentine’s Day content or not some Valentine’s Day content. You can h...
Episode 246 – Mainly Music
06 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nah you’re alright mate. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground o...
Episode 245 – The Buttcheeks of Simile
30 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Solutions for you this week – Gav solves the threat of cancelled leagues, and Johnny solves the 6 Nations. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio...
Episode 244 – Pog Of Cor
23 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It turns out it was all about money this whole time! You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the...
Episode 243 – Certainly
16 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny & Gav explore Linekering Gazzas this week. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the bo...
Episode 242 – We Are The Kickabout And We Don’t Care
09 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
DOMINATE. Don’t helmetize. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground...
Episode 241 - Snuggling
02 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Getting cosy on the first Kickabout of 2021. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Ar...
Episode 240 – Jackie Stallone and buttocks
26 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The biggest (or smallest) Kickabout of the year! You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boy...
Episode 239 – Advent Saturday
19 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Empty stadiums, wind machines. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Grou...
Episode 238 – Clean Ears
12 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny & Gav postulate on Fergie’s cleaning products this week… You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you w...
Episode 237 – The Fourth Game Theory
05 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Plenty of nonsense from Paddy Vaughan, Yorkie Woods and Titch this week. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if ...
Episode 236 – Kammy returns, and The Good, Bad & Ugly life of Diego Armando Maradona
28 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Friend of the show Chris ‘Kammy’ Kamara is returns for his annual visit, and we look back at the incredible life of Maradona… You can hear The ...
Introducing That’s a First! Season 2!
23 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hi Kickabout fans! Radio X are releasing Season 2 of a podcast we think you’ll enjoy. That’s A First! is hosted by comedians Maisie Adam and To...
Episode 235 – Sir Kenneth Vaughan
21 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re joined by a special guest this week – Johnny’s dad, who brings us “expert” Masters analysis. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio...
Episode 234 – Jamie Carragher and Will Arnett!
14 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny & Gav were joined by Jamie Carragher this week – and there’s bonus content from Will Arnett! You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X fr...
Episode 233 - Andy Townsend
07 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Football and commentating legend Andy Townsend was on for a chat this week, plus there's a much more dramatic take on MOTD, competitive fishing & path...
Episode 232 - Stealing Victory
31 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny & Gav were joined by journalist Tom Pettifor this week, giving them an insight into the real story behind the 1966 World Cup trophy theft. Plus...
Episode 231 – Neil ‘Razor’ Ruddock
24 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny & Gav were joined by THE football man. Razor Ruddock was on the show! You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and...
Episode 230 – Crouching Tiger, Hovering Goalkeeper
17 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The older the footballer, the better. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Yo...
Episode 229 – Kirsty Gallacher
10 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny & Gav were joined by broadcaster Kirsty Gallacher. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to tak...
Episode 228 – Toby Tarrant sits in and talks dogging
03 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
All the big issues covered this week as Toby sits in with Gav; they cover dogging, Klopp, Maradona, poetry, and mess. You can hear The Kickabout live...
Episode 227 - Jeff Stelling
26 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Gav joins from his West Byfleet home and the BIG guest is the jewel in football's crown, Mr Jeff Stelling! You can hear The Kickabout li...
Episode 226 - The Retrospective Retrospective
19 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Retrospective continues, and Johnny & Gav discuss portcullises, Judgement Night, and nodding. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11a...
Episode 225 – The Retrospective
12 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny & Gav took a walk down memory lane this week…all the way back…to last week. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Sat...
Episode 224 – Satanic Dwarf
05 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Gav has another excellent idea for getting crowds back into stadia, plus Johnny has spotted a way to jazz up the Community Shield. You can hear The K...
Episode 223 – Second Half Always Disappointing
29 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Where should Messi be heading? Gav thinks…everywhere. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take ...
Episode 222 – Frank Take
22 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Good luck to Thiago Alcantara with the scouse accent. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take th...
Episode 221 – Toby & Gav's Sistine Chapel
15 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Toby Tarrant sits in for Johnny this week with Gav to discuss batting styles, security at Wet Wet Wet gigs and kit sponsorship. You can hear The Kick...
Episode 220 – Black & White Tiger
08 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been proud of one of your friends? There’s a real-life success story on the show this week as we talk to a kit designer! You can hear...
Episode 219 – FA Cup Final Preview (sort of)
01 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dangerously close to sport this week, but don’t worry, we avoided it. Also a discussion of Italian art & architecture. You can hear The Kickabout l...
Episode 218 – Poppadom Wrists
25 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Plenty on this week’s Kickabout; Liverpool, Leeds, De Gea, Jon Moss’ boots, and an exclusive interview with Toby Tarrant. You can hear The Kickab...
Episode 217 – All The Result
18 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Kickabout gets sweary this week, but importantly – it doesn’t get sporty. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday...
Episode 216 – David James
11 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny & Gav were joined by gentleman goalkeeper and renaissance man David James this week! You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am ever...
Episode 215 – Michael Vaughan & Isa Guha
04 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Cricket is coming back – in a way. And Ashes winners Isa Guha and (cousin) Michael Vaughan are on The Kickabout… You can hear The Kickabout live ...