Radio X

The Kickabout With Johnny Vaughan

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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

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Episodes

Episode 302 – Laser Show 02.04.2022 34:23

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 take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

BONUS –Toby Tarrant sits in; You’ve Only Got One Job 26.03.2022 32:19

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 Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 300 – The Equinox 19.03.2022 36:46

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 you want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 299 – Toby Tarrant, Champagne Football 12.03.2022 36:05

Toby Tarrant sat in this week, and The Kickabout turned decidedly boozy. Plus roving reporter Gav went pitchside… 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 introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 298 - Ivan Lendl, Stormy Daniels & Alan Young 05.03.2022 44:19

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 ideas to spice up penalty shootouts. 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 introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in...

Episode 297 – Seb Coe, Bear Wrestling & The Frozen Finn 26.02.2022 35:58

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 can hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 296 – Elite Performance Radio in a High Octane Environment 19.02.2022 31:03

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 hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 295 – Stud Jockeys 12.02.2022 38:32

More Six Nations previewing this week, plus reaction (in a way) to the Beijing Winter Olympics, and an analysis of lower league football (haircuts). 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 introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 294 – John Inverdale, Gavin Hastings, On Hiatus 05.02.2022 35:57

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 hear The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 293 – Back Of The Head 29.01.2022 31:23

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 Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 292 – It’s Fine 22.01.2022 37:17

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 if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 291 – The Magic Of The Cup and The Tragic Of The Cup 15.01.2022 39:32

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 The Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 290 – Pint Trigger 08.01.2022 36:47

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 Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 289 – The Super Boxing Day Saturday Kickabout Spectacular – with Peter Crouch! 26.12.2021 45:37

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 want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 288 – The Captain’s Revenge 18.12.2021 28:56

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 Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 287 – Straddling The Pommel House 11.12.2021 33:10

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 the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 286 – The Foam End 04.12.2021 34:17

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 Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 285 – ShhhhhDrivel 27.11.2021 30:58

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 from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 284 – Mirth Of The Day 20.11.2021 33:14

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 from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 283 – None More Big 13.11.2021 35:54

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 Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 282 – John Inverdale is alive! 06.11.2021 37:25

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 Kickabout live on Radio X from 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 281 – Total Format 30.10.2021 34:53

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 the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 280 – Toby Tarrant sits in…and reveals all about kegs 23.10.2021 32:46

Toby brings stories of autograph paraphernalia and GPS trackers, and Gav pitches a different angle for the TV show Succession… 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 introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 279 – Leg of Stam 16.10.2021 34:36

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 11am every Saturday, and if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk

Episode 278 – 3pm Saturdayists: Angry But Predictable 09.10.2021 41:08

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 if you want to take the boys Around Your Ground or introduce them to your mates in the Sunday League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen then get in touch on kickabout@radiox.co.uk