The Kickabout With Johnny Vaughan

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 ...