The Kickabout With Johnny Vaughan

Join Johnny Vaughan and Gavin "The Woodman" Woods for an alternative build-up to the weekend's sport, plus a look at off-the-ball news, quirky stories and, more often than not, bizarre impressions of Rugby League fans. The boys celebrate sporting superstars, interview athletes and most importantly shine a spotlight on grass roots warriors plying their trade on hungover sundays. Tune in to Radio X at 11am on Saturdays to hear the show - Radio X is available across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on your mobile or via www.radiox.co.uk

Episode 479 - The US Open Final Special

Ever wondered who the world's most famous number 19's are? Nope, neither have we... until now! Plus, Johnny and Gav run through the very best football calling cards.You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

09-06
33:29

Episode 478 - The Hundred Old Firm Derby Special

Aside from all the hubbub surrounding the final weekend of The Hundred and the Old Firm Derby, Johnny and Gav discuss all the major talking points of the sporting week, including... segregation on flights, the Geordie Mafia and their new gameshow idea - Escape From Alcaraz!You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

08-30
38:42

Episode 477 - The Tour of Spain Special with Toby Tarrant

Johnny was on holiday this week, so Toby Tarrant joined Gavin 'The Woodman' Woods for a Tour of Spain special... and Gav doesn't like it one bit. The Tour of Spain that is. He hasn't made a decision on Toby just yet.What is for certain though, is that there were plenty of gentleman's agreements to be had.Plus, we discovered what Toby's favourite week on Strictly is.You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

08-23
43:52

Episode 476 - The Premier League Special

We're nothing short of predictable on The Kickabout, so in honour of the opening weekend of the Premier League season, we made the entire episode about it... well in our own unique way. That being said, if you're looking for outlandish pre-season predictions then you're better off elsewhere, it's not that kind of show, and it never will be!Johnny also chats Football Chants with Felix White from The Maccabees.You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

08-16
40:32

Episode 475 - The Championship Special

This week's show involved a lot of hope... "where all your dreams are made, when you go to Sheffield, and you play The Blades"!It was also where AirBourne-mouth was... born. (Sorry)Plus, Rich 'The Wolfman' Wolfenden stopped by for 'Play Your Pies Right'.You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

08-09
44:52

Episode 474 - The Champagne Super-Oval Special

Johnny and Gav have almighty day ahead of them. Straight after the show, they're hotfooting down to the Oval for the cricket before then running across town to see the one and only Gallagher brothers at Wembley. But before that, they face the ultimate conundrum... what do they wear? It sounds simple at first but think about it, and think about it they did.Plus, there's the return of Take A Chant as Johnny has discovered his new favourite terrace anthem. Send us your best chants via voicenote to our WhatsApp on 0330 33 33 100 or email us your clips to kickabout@radiox.co.uk. We're looking for Premier League specials please, and whilst you're at it send us your Premier League Mexican Handbags too!You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday.

08-02
42:54

Episode 473 - The Lions & Lionesses (Pride of Radio X) Special

The (self proclaimed) Pride of Radio X preview this historic weekend of Sport which remarkably features both Lions and Lionesses competing in major fixtures, in true Kickabout fashion... by thinking up new penalty run ups for Chloe Kelly to use, of course.Plus, we've got another 'Team of Steves'.You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

07-26
40:25

Episode 472 - The Martin 'Chariots' Offiah Special

This week Johnny & Gav were joined in the studio by Rugby League Legend, Martin Offiah... and introduced him to The Meat Locker!Plus, Gordon McNamara & Barry Villiers made their long awaited return to The Kickabout with an update on Rory McIlroy's movements at a petrol station in Northern Ireland.You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

07-19
44:33

Episode 471 - The Club World Cup Final (Because Chelsea Are In It) Special

Despite speaking to Rich 'The Wolfman' Wolfenden every Saturday for the last month about the Club World Cup, we still weren't really paying much attention to it... Until now! And that is because Chelsea are in the final.Plus, following on from last week's Steve Special in honour of Blackpool's coaching staff, Mark in Seaford treated us to a 'Team of Steves'.You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

07-12
40:14

Episode 470 - The Steve Special

Nothing beats 5 Steves. Just ask the Vegas of the North. They'll tell ya.Plus, with the FIFA Club World Cup nearing it's conclusion... Johnny and Gav caught up one last time with Radio X's Rich 'The Wolfman' Wolfenden. You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

07-05
45:04

Episode 469 - The Nothing Special Special

Alas, no royal tournaments to talk of this week on The Kickabout but Johnny did come up with a new national anthem at least.And, with the FIFA Club World Cup getting to the business end of the competition... Johnny and Gav caught up with Radio X's man on the ground, Rich 'The Wolfman' Wolfenden, after he took Mexican Handbags worldwide.You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

06-28
40:40

Episode 468 - The Queens Club Royal Ascot Special

As the title suggests, it was an extra classy Kickabout this week.There were even discussions of Royal Tournaments and how we could 'spice them up a bit'.Plus, with the FIFA Club World Cup action hotting up in America... Johnny and Gav were joined by Radio X's very own Rich 'The Wolfman' Wolfenden as he's over there reporting on it all.You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

06-21
38:57

Episode 467 - The Le Mans 24 Hour Special with Toby Tarrant

Johnny was off this week, so Toby Tarrant sat in for a Le Mans 24 Hour special with Gavin 'The Woodman' Woods... It was serious stuff as the chaps discussed the Scottish 4th choice goalkeeper and rugby tackling in Golf. Plus, Toby revealed the greatest 'put down' of all time.You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

06-14
42:27

Episode 466 - The Rugby League Challenge Cup Espom Derby Special With Alex Iwobi

For the very first time on the Kickabout, we were joined by a current premier league superstar... Alex Iwobi was on the show! And what a debut it was from the Super Eagle. Plus, we took a deep dive into what Tommy Tuchel's second England Camp might actually look like.You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

06-07
45:04

Episode 465 - The Champions League Final Special

Don't be fooled by the episode title, because as ever, this is not route 1 sports broadcasting.Instead, we offer our humble subjects the freedom of the Kickabout and name Cole Palmer the patron saint of Football for his revolutionary ideas.Plus, there's also a South American Football update from the forgotten royal, Dave Windsor - @DailyDaveFootball on tiktok, youtube etc.You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

05-31
42:22

Episode 464 - The ECC Cardiff Rugby Final Special / Life On The South Circ

If you're looking for content surrounding Rugby's European Champions Cup Final, then you should probably go elsewhere as there was just SO MUCH sport to get across this weekend that we couldn't find a spot anywhere.However, Johnny and Gav did find a gap to catch up with gentleman broadcaster Mark 'Pougy' Pougatch ahead of the release of his new podcast 'How It All Played Out', which is available from Tuesday 27th May on Global Player.You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

05-24
44:44

Episode 463 - The Massive Great Big Football Day

This week on The Kickabout for our 'FA Cup Final Special', we uncharacteristically bring you relevant content as we talk to the owner of one of the actual finalists! Crystal Palace's Steve Parish was on the line for 'The Most Football Day on Earth' - our words, not his.Plus, it was Gav vs Toby Tarrant in Johnny's new game 'Fore or Gore'.You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

05-17
44:51

Episode 462 - The Postseason Playoff NBA UCL EFL NHL Semi Final Special

The clue's in the name this week...(not really) as Gav's beloved Arsenal will now end yet another season trophyless. Plus, following on from Ruben Amorin's weird rallying cry in the week, Johnny offers some proper ones from the animal kingdom that are much more rousing.You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

05-10
42:27

Episode 461 - The Glastonbury Of Rugby League

This week, Johnny & Gav "congratulate" Liverpool, discuss Rugby League's Magic Weekend, and search for Antonio Montana...You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

05-03
47:05

Episode 460 - The Gooners

On this week's Kickabout, Johnny & Gav anoint The New Neil Warnock, youth players get The Kickabout treatment, and we introduce... The Gooners! What is it about disagreeing Arsenal fans...?You can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday. Get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

04-26
40:04

Chris weath

missed a swear there Vinnay🤪

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Marco Appel

cracking show lads.

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dave.gibbon1987@googlemail.com

agree with the comment below. unfortunately the good the bad and ugly backing was way too loud this week

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Mason Bracewell

hi guys love the show but , cant hear most of the good bad and the ugly as the bed is way too loud , keep uo the good work ,

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rohan miles

Two of the most talented comedic genizusus the world has ever seen the vvooocababularry of theeezzz voice ova guyzz is eggs zemp u Larry twoooo ninety niiiiine ninety ninneee for too slip on moka sonsz made of the the fyyynest beer tail fur peeerrrrrr fetcet for ridingggg you Chelsea har leee Davidson mmmoooo deee cykal, thank you t j sure sure vaughny @ woody Wood wood woodsman for such comical geeee nneee us see ummm do this in voice over guys

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