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It Started With A Kick

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Football
Premier League
FA Cup
Arsenal
Crystal Palace
Manchester United
Liverpool
Charlton Athletic
Nottingham Forest
Ipswich Town
Tottenham Hotspur
AFC Wimbledon
Wembley Stadium
World Cup
Swindon Town
Chelsea
Manchester City
Yeovil Town
Middlesbrough
Burnley Football Club

“It Started With a Kick” is hosted by renowned football writer and author Richard Foster.In each episode a well-known guest will delve into their memory bank to talk about the first football match they attended. The focus is less about the match itself and more on all the circumstances surrounding that pivotal experience. The sights and sounds, the fans and the kits, the stadium and their companio... more

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This week’s guest is John Roder joins a glittering list of commentators on this pod, which include Guy Mowbray, Peter Drury, John Helm and most recently Mike Minay. John has been at the chalk face of commentary with a host of broadcasters such as Sky... more

This week’s guest is John Roder joins a glittering list of commentators on this pod, which include Guy Mowbray, Peter Drury, John Helm and most recently Mike Minay. John has been at the chalk face of commentary with a host of broadcasters such as Sky... more

Mike Minay, a commentator and reporter who has become a regular voice on 5Live and also Match of the Day recently and Mike will be part of the BBC’s World Cup team which starts in just over a week’s time, so exciting times ahead. Mike’s first steps i... more

Mike Minay, a commentator and reporter who has become a regular voice on 5Live and also Match of the Day recently and Mike will be part of the BBC’s World Cup team which starts in just over a week’s time, so exciting times ahead. Mike’s first steps i... more

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John Roder
Football commentator and journalist with BBC, Sky, TNT, ITV affiliations mentioned in the interview
BBC, Sky, TNT, ITV
Episode: John Roder - Part 1
Mike Minay
Sports broadcaster and football commentator for Manchester City matches
BBC 5 Live, BBC Radio Manchester, Radio Sheffield
Episode: Mike Minay - Part 2
Steve Hill
Author of The Card; football writer
Author/Football writer
Episode: Steve Hill - Part 1
Jim Daly
Former footballer and broadcaster
Episode: Jim Daly - Part 2
Anthony Richardson
Comedian and guest on the show
Face of Paddy Power (mentioned in intro)
Episode: Anthony Richardson - Part 1
Mark Davison
Football writer and author; guest on the episode
Independent/Football Writing
Episode: Mark Davison - Part 2
Ian Crocker
Stadium announcer turned Sky commentator and broadcaster
Former Upton Park stadium announcer; Sky Sports commentator
Episode: Ian Crocker - Part 2
John Helm
Sports broadcaster and journalist who covered Leeds United and other sports; guest on the episode introducing his first match memory
Yorkshire TV, BBC Radio Leeds, Leeds United coverage
Episode: John Helm - Part 1
Dan Mann
Broadcast commentator and reporter, former Radio City commentator
Episode: Dan Mann - Part 2

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Richard Foster
Host of It Started With A Kick

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Excellent

    Really enjoyable podcast.

    The adverts just booming in mid sentence is very annoying though!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cheekoss Roy.
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • It Started with a Kick

    Just listened to this; loved it! The concept is brilliant and will especially appeal to “guys of a certain age” to tune into a nostalgia fest of 1970s footy. Great to hear the personal reminiscences (which we can all relate to), and past names, games and goals remembered.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hertford Ben
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Back of the net!

    I really enjoyed this new show. Pleasant change from the typical club-focused or latest news-type show. Great to learn a bit of footie history and hear a few new anecdotes. Keep it up lads!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CharlieSheenSan
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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The format shines when guests share behind-the-scenes anecdotes from football culture.
Listeners praise the show's nostalgic lens and personal storytelling.
Guests are well-connected in football media and bring rich history to discussions.

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#204
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Geoff Peters - Part 1
Q: What was the first match you remember, and what stands out about it now?
The first match was Leicester City vs Manchester United in February 1981, remembered for the atmosphere, the program and tickets, and the sense that football could be a life-long passion sparked by small, personal moments rather than just the game itself.
Tony Jones - Part 1
Q: Tony, over to you.
Tony describes the first game in March 1966 (Wrexham vs Chester), the crowd, the ground layout, and the sensory details that made the day memorable, setting the context for his lifelong association with the club.
John Helm - Part 1
Q: John, over to you.
John describes the 1952 Bradford City vs York City match at Valley Parade, the atmosphere, and how he was taken to the game by his father, which sparked a lifelong love of football and a career in journalism.
Geoff Peters - Part 2
Q: So what was your entry point, Geoff?
Geoff describes starting in school with writing match reports, then moving into behind-the-scenes roles at Radio Leicester and local outlets, before gradually rising through print and BBC radio, always saying yes to new opportunities and learning-by-doing.
Katie Shanahan - Part 2
Q: I want to take you to the 2024 European Championship Semi-Final, and this is quite a game with quite a goal. So talk us through again, what was your role here, and then a little bit about that game itself.
She explains her role presenting for Australia (Optusport) and coordinating coverage from Basel, including the Spain–France semi and the dynamics of live cross-border broadcasting.

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What is It Started With A Kick about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A nostalgia-tinged show where guests reminisce about the first match they attended, but the focus is on the surrounding experience: the sights, sounds, fans, and rituals that sparked a lifelong love of football. Episodes feature storytellers from football journalism and broadcasting who weave personal memories with broader football culture, history, and club loyalties. The format often pairs intimate childhood memories with deeper dives into clubs, eras, and iconic moments, making it appealing to listeners who crave context, culture, and a sense of shared fandom. A standout aspect is the long-running guest list drawn from football media and fandom, which gives the show a warm, conversational feel and a strong nostalgia angle that resonates ... more

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Recent guests on It Started With A Kick include:

1. John Roder
2. Mike Minay
3. Steve Hill
4. Jim Daly
5. Anthony Richardson
6. Mark Davison
7. Ian Crocker
8. John Helm

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