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Down The Dog with Jon Richardson and Matt Forde

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes235Founded5 years ago
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On the show this week Matt & Jon discuss:

If we all die now - what’s the weirdest thing people will find?

Matt’s bought a new comb.

Jon’s finally put his Christmas tree away.

Matt asks: “Stop Farming My Mum Out!”

The Postman delivers a parcel ha... more

On the show this week Matt & Jon discuss:

Southampton Spy Gate.

Have you ever spied on someone?

The Algorithm.

What accent would Matt want.

Mat’s recent nightmare

What would Matt would say at Jon’s funeral

And we want the listeners to send in ... more

On the show this week Matt, Jon & The Landlord discuss:

Tottenham v Leeds - “Hey, This Game’s PG”

Forest v Leeds joining “the safe club”

Jon destroys one of the classics

Matt reports back from a gluttonous trip to Paris like a 70’s comic.

Landlo... more

This week...

Matt shows us his vocal warm up, tells us of his gym routine and he’s also a bit aggy from a night out.

Jon regales us about his depressing Wembley day out with Leeds.

And Landlord Danny 'Scats'

Plus 5 yr old Lee Anderson revisits th... more

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Recent Guests

Danny Cart
Guest, landlord mentioned in banter
Episode: S3 EP 19: “You’d Love Someone To Get Fragged”
Cy Graham
Listener diagnosed with bowel cancer sharing his story
Episode: S2 EP 27: "Bombay Mix is Good for the Libido - That’s What My Mum Told Me"
Rachel Evans
Charity supporter and fan of Leeds Football Club
Episode: S2 EP 25: “It’s Mainly Dead Dogs & Cancer Survivors”
Eddie Gray
Former professional footballer
Leeds United
Episode: S2 EP 23: “My Knob Ain’t Got Any of That...”

Hosts

Jon Richardson
Host with long-running involvement; primary on-show presence with frequent banter and storytelling.
Matt Forde
Co-host and key comedic voice; frequent driver of banter and conversational energy.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Corporate rats

    The nerve to mention another slice (link broken btw) when The Dog is never open…

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    George Agdgdgdwango
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • A must

    This pod is one of the best.Well done guys .if you just stopped going on about football and fantasy leagues it would be much better.thanks to you both .please don’t stop.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peterbees
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Fun bants

    Love me a bit of Cats does countdown team captain Jon Richardson 🫶🏻 I’d never harass you down the pub, just lovin you from afar in QLD.

    Bit too much footy chat for me but love you anyways.

    Thanks for the laughs guys👍😘💌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sourciness
    Australia2 months ago
  • Quality Toss

    Way better before the fantasy football stuff

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    LotusBlueTwo
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • great podcast

    yep, it’s a great podcast - love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    app review 726726
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the genuine camaraderie and banter between the hosts, with many praising the show's humorous energy and chemistry.
Some listeners prefer less football-specific content and more traditional banter, but overall feedback highlights strong host rapport and consistency.
Fans enjoy the mix of football chatter with personal stories and pop culture riffs, often finding it relatable and entertaining.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#118
United Kingdom/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#50
Singapore/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#203
United Arab Emirates/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#204
New Zealand/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#230
Saudi Arabia/Comedy

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S1 EP 24: "You Told Me How To Touch Dogs & I’ll Always Be Grateful”
Q: Would you have Biel Sabak now, if he became available?
Jon wrestles with the idea of taking Bielsa back, emphasizing the importance of rewarding current manager Daniel Fark for his success.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Down The Dog

What is Down The Dog about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A laid-back, banter-forward show that blends football chatter with personal stories, pop culture riffs, and humorous tangents. Episodes frequently cycle between match commentary, sports fandom, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes from touring and media life, all delivered with a spontaneous, playful dynamic between two long-time collaborators. Noteworthy are the frequent sponsor reads and audience-engaging bits that keep the tone light, relatable, and often irreverent, appealing to listeners who want humor anchored in sports and everyday life.

Across recent samples, the duo explores team loyalties, celeb moments at games, travel anecdotes, and occasional serious topics treated with humor. The format's strength lies in their chemistry, consiste... more

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Down The Dog launched 5 years ago and published 235 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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