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The Kickabout With Johnny Vaughan

Radio X
Football
Darts
Rugby
Manchester United
Formula One
FA Cup
Rugby League
NFL
Chelsea
Premier League
Cricket
Championship
Liverpool
Golf
Six Nations
Arsenal
Wayne Rooney
Sports
Christmas
World Cup

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 ... more

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This week on The Kickabout, we had not one but two international sporting experts on the show... as we caught up with our South American Football correspondent, Dave WIndsor, as well as Gav’s very special guest, Will Buxton from Global’s ‘Up To Speed... more

"At Headingley you always look up, not down"... and that's not all we learned ahead of 'The biggest game in English Football' (according to J Vaughan & G Woods) - Arsenal vs Chelsea...

Plus, Toby Tarrant puts Gav into bat for another terrifically to... more

The game is so back.

Yes Johnny and Gav return for a Mountain Bike World Championships special where we leave all of the excitement surrounding that to the professionals...!

Plus, we catch up with Alan Young from Royal Scottish Society for Officia... more

With Johnny still on holiday, Toby Tarrant was keeping his seat warm alongside another very special guest co-host.

This Saturday he was joined by former England & Man Utd right-back, iconic pundit – from The Overlap and Stick To Football - and one o... more

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Recent Guests

Toby Tarrant
Guest, contestant in Top 10 segment
Radio X
Episode: Episode 530 - The Vaughan Woods Pride Of London Special
Gary Neville
Premier League legend, head of The Overlap and Stick to Football
The Overlap, Stick to Football
Episode: Episode 528 - The Gary Neville Special with Toby Tarrant
Will Buxton
Motorsport broadcaster, Up To Speed host on Global
Global
Episode: Episode 527 - The Will Buxton Special with Toby Tarrant
Steven Finn
Retired cricketer, guest on 4-7 show segment
London Spirit / former Manchester Originals
Episode: Episode 524 - The Road To Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games Special
Gordon McNamara
Golf commentator, Open coverage
Royal Birkdale Open commentary
Episode: Episode 523 - The Revengé Special
Barry Villiers
Golf commentator, Open coverage
Royal Birkdale Open commentary
Episode: Episode 523 - The Revengé Special
Liam Fray
Courteeners frontman
Courteeners
Episode: Episode 522 - The Tarrant Nations Global Soccer Tournament Special
Steve Jones
Channel 4's Formula 1 commentator
Channel 4
Episode: Episode 521 - The Azteca Magic Weekend Independence Day Special
Craig Doyle
TNT Sports presenter, Irish broadcaster
TNT Sports
Episode: Episode 519 - The Royal Ascot Special

Hosts

Johnny Vaughan
Host with long-running presence in studio, lead presenter; known for humor, football banter, and in-depth sports commentary
Gavin Woods
Co-host known as The Woodman, in-studio banter and co-presenting with Johnny Vaughan

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • It’s at the top of my cliboard

    Quite brilliant!! It cracks me up so I am a regular listener. The Radio’s “Hard Man” & the Woodman are the No 1 combo. My favourite part is the legendary Mexican Handbags. Nothing is as good!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Derek from Dominoes
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • The second best podcast ever, 4 til 7 thang is number 1

    Podchaser
    5
    Nick marshall
    a year ago
  • Tell Harry

    To tone down his over the top laughing. It’s funny but not everything needs a loud HA HAAA. I’m out until “canned laugh Harry” has gone.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    outofmydepthwithtechcrap
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • I absolutely love this podcast

    I originally subscribed to this podcast to try & learn about football, & because (I’m sure he won’t thank me for saying this ) but Johnny was a big part of my childhood from the big breakfast , I love his quirky sense of humour. however I quickly realised this is not this type of podcast, although I don’t get the references between Johnny & Gav sometimes,it still makes me laugh & I enjoy the banter & humour between him & gav , it’s almost become my comfort podcast ..it’s like a warm cup of tea a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Meishseeks
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Good info but nothing special.

    I think they have good information but they didn’t introduce themselves and who they support, meaning it’s difficult to follow the ramblings at times. They also clearly had the “Saudi’s “. Not racist but the disrespect is clear.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Papa Jai
    Canada4 years ago

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Apple Podcasts
#99
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Apple Podcasts
#234
Singapore/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 527 - The Will Buxton Special with Toby Tarrant
Q: What's your background and how did you end up in motorsports broadcasting?
Will Buxton describes his start as a journalist who fell into broadcasting, eventually joining Formula One coverage and expanding into IndyCar, which laid the groundwork for his current role and guest appearance.
Episode 517 - The Monte Carlo Grand Prix Special with Terry Butcher and Ben Youngs
Q: What inspired the documentary Butcher Invisible Wounds and what message do you want viewers to take away?
Butcher describes wanting to honor a fallen family member and veterans, conveying the realities of PTSD and the importance of support from charities and loved ones, with an overarching note of hope.
Episode 516 - The Champions League Final Special with Michail Antonio!
Q: What inspired you to write Humans Not Robots, and what message do you want readers to take away?
He discusses the aim of bridging the gap between fans and players, conveying that athletes have emotions and pressures beyond what's visible, and the importance of empathy for those in the sport.
Episode 516 - The Champions League Final Special with Michail Antonio!
Q: Where are you from in South London, and how has that shaped you?
Antonio talks about growing up in the South London area near Mitcham and Earlsfield, the local football culture, and how his roots influenced his path into professional football.
Episode 510 - The Super Duper Soccer Sunday Special with Alex Horne
Q: Where can people get tickets for the Chesham United charity match, and what makes this event special?
Alex confirms the Chesham United charity match details, highlights the humorous, high-energy format with extra incentives like penalty shootouts and fun on-field challenges, and points to the Chesham United site for tickets.

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1. Toby Tarrant
2. Gary Neville
3. Will Buxton
4. Steven Finn
5. Gordon McNamara
6. Barry Villiers
7. Liam Fray
8. Steve Jones

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