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CBS Sports "Kickin' It" is a soccer show not only about soccer. Led by Kate Abdo – the goal is to showcase a more personal and relatable side to the biggest stars and celebrities in and around the sport through unfiltered and organic conversation. Kickin' It is part of the CBS Sports Golazo Network and Paramount+.

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Marco Messina sits down with the film producer who took a bankrupt Napoli out of the third division and built them into Italian champions. Twice.

Aurelio De Laurentiis pulls back the curtain on the full story: the chaos of acquiring a club in ruin... more

In this episode of Kickin' It presented by Modelo, host Marco Messina sits down with Atalanta's Dutch midfielder Marten de Roon. As a key figure in Atalanta's sustained success at the top of Italian and European football, de Roon discusses the secret... more

Marco Messina sits down with the King of Transfers, Fabrizio Romano, for a deep dive into the grind behind the biggest scoops in football.

From pioneering a digital-first approach to building a one-man media empire, Fabrizio explains why 20-hour wo... more

Anita Jones sits down with Portugal and AC Milan star Rafael Leão for a candid conversation about pressure, progression, and life beyond the pitch.

Leão reflects on his humble beginnings on the outskirts of Lisbon, being ghosted by Benfica before l... more

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Recent Guests

Aurelio De Laurentiis
President of Napoli, film producer and former owner of Napoli
Napoli Football Club
Episode: Aurelio De Laurentiis on Napoli, Scudetti, Maradona, and Why He'd Cast McTominay (Soccer 4/11)
Marten de Roon
Professional footballer, Atalanta midfielder
Atalanta
Episode: Marten De Roon on Atalanta's unique mindset, Messi's magic, and the World Cup dream (Soccer 3/12)
Fabrizio Romano
Transfer journalist known for Here We Go
Independent journalist with CBS Italy/Italy-based outlets
Episode: Fabrizio Romano on “Here We Go,” 20-hour workdays & the transfers that changed everything (Soccer 3/4)
Rafael Leão
Professional football player, plays for AC Milan and the Portugal national team.
AC Milan
Episode: Rafael Leão on AC Milan, CR7 & Portugal, Diogo Jota, Music & Zlatan (Soccer 2/20)
Jürgen Klinsmann
German Legend, World Cup Winner, Former Coach of the US Men's National Team
Episode: Jürgen Klinsmann on dropping Landon, USMNT mentality, MLS growth, diving, more (Soccer 10/1)
Alessandro Del Piero
Italian national team legend and Juventus striker
Juventus
Episode: Alessandro Del Piero on Juventus loyalty, Zidane's headbutt, Italy's development issues, Calciopoli relegation, more! (Soccer 9/17)
Brian McBride
Former US Men's National Team star forward and Hall of Famer.
Episode: Brian McBride on split with US Soccer, World Cup and Fulham memories, Berhalter’s impact, more (Soccer 6/18)
Trae tha Truth
Rapper and community activist committed to social change
Episode: Trae tha Truth on Clint’s rap game, community outreach, changing lives, breaking down barriers (4/30)
Tony Meola
Former USMNT national team goalkeeper and soccer legend
Episode: Tony Meola on never looking back, World Cup fever, the cost of family first, and the game now vs then (Soccer 04/15)

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Kate Abdo
Lead host of the show, described as the presenter and central figure in onboarding guests and guiding conversations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 208 ratings
  • Kate is awesome guys need to stop making it all about themselves

    I really hate the “let me tell you about myself for five minutes” so you can comment and make it sound like a question.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Balt10996
    United States2 years ago
  • Really great listen ….

    Love the pod but truly cannot do anymore Gooner honks chit chat. Far too many arsenal fools on there early doors to keep my interest

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Padrejeb
    United States2 years ago
  • Ads are too loud!

    Love the content but the ads are so much louder than the actual content! Ad breaks are like a jump scare while I’m driving then I struggle to hear the actual conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    McLema
    United States3 years ago
  • Love the podcast

    The podcast is great love the games that you play like guess the goal scorer and guess the player

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Striker2233
    United States3 years ago
  • Trash compared to ISWT

    CBS screwed this one up big time. Had a chance to grow the game and instead they put out this trash.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Pliny the Eldest
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise the host chemistry and guest quality, calling conversations authentic and engaging.
Fans appreciate the mix of locker-room stories and business-side football insights.
Some listeners note ad breaks can be disruptive or louder than content.

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#167
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#97
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Apple Podcasts
#144
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#200
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Aurelio De Laurentiis on Napoli, Scudetti, Maradona, and Why He'd Cast McTominay (Soccer 4/11)
Q: What was it like buying Napoli and turning the club around?
De Laurentiis explains the bankruptcy and auction process, risking 40 million to acquire the club's future and the long, challenging road to return to Serie A.
Marten De Roon on Atalanta's unique mindset, Messi's magic, and the World Cup dream (Soccer 3/12)
Q: How important is the mentality and the bond with Bergamo to Atalanta's success?
De Roon emphasized the deep bond with the city, the fans, and the club, calling it a 'bandiera' moment and noting the pride of being part of a community that supports constant hard work and belief in overcoming challenges.
Marten De Roon on Atalanta's unique mindset, Messi's magic, and the World Cup dream (Soccer 3/12)
Q: What has Palladino brought since taking over, and how does his approach differ from Gasperini's?
He noted Palladino's more collaborative and communicative style, with discussion and questions in training, alongside maintaining high work rate; he contrasted this with Gasperini's more directive, example-based approach, while noting that Palladino has built on the club's strong foundations.
Marten De Roon on Atalanta's unique mindset, Messi's magic, and the World Cup dream (Soccer 3/12)
Q: What was it like facing Messi, and how did you approach pressing him?
De Roon explained that they planned to press Messi with two or three players rather than alone, and he described Messi's ability to swivel away from pressure multiple times, underscoring why he regarded Messi as the best he had faced.
Rafael Leão on AC Milan, CR7 & Portugal, Diogo Jota, Music & Zlatan (Soccer 2/20)
Q: How do you feel about the impending World Cup?
It's a good opportunity for us to show what we can do, and Roberto Martínez is the right man to lead us.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kickin' It

What is Kickin' It about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A soccer-focused interview show that blends big-name guest insights with personal storytelling, anchored by veteran host talent. Episodes center on club revival stories, transfer markets, leadership and culture within top European teams, and personal journeys of players, managers, and reporters. The format often interweaves candid career anecdotes, tactical and governance viewpoints, and light banter, with sponsor messages embedded in conversation. This mix likely appeals to dedicated football fans who want in-depth industry perspectives alongside relatable human-interest moments, as well as to professionals in sports media and sponsorship seeking authentic voices with broad reach. The show stands out for its relatable host presence, high-p... more

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Recent guests on Kickin' It include:

1. Aurelio De Laurentiis
2. Marten de Roon
3. Fabrizio Romano
4. Rafael Leão
5. Jürgen Klinsmann
6. Alessandro Del Piero
7. Brian McBride
8. Trae tha Truth

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