A hilarious look at the volatile world of sport where guests compete for points with their sporting punditry. Informed comments are rewarded but witless outbursts are penalised.
Danny Mcloughlin, Izzy Christiansen, Katie Smith, Liam MacDevitt
English former footballer Izzy Christiansen, sports reporter Katie Smith, presenter and former footballer Liam MacDevitt, and comedian Danny Mcloughlin join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
10/19/2024 • 1 hour, 16 seconds
Flex, Kate Mason, Neil Delamere, Moe Sbihi
Football presenter Flex, Broadcaster Kate Mason, British rower Moe Sbihi, and comedian Neil Delamere join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
10/12/2024 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 26 seconds
Ian Moore, Kath Merry, Manny Brown, Thom Gibbs
Former GB athlete Kath Merry, sports journalist Thom Gibbs, YouTube personality Manny Brown, and comedian Ian Moore join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
10/5/2024 • 57 minutes, 13 seconds
Dougie Anderson, Ivo Graham, Mina Rzouki, Ned Boulting
Radio and television presenter Dougie Anderson, sports journalist and television presenter Ned Boulting, journalist and broadcaster Mina Rzouki, and comedian Ivo Graham join Josh Widdicombe for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
9/28/2024 • 59 minutes, 31 seconds
Gail Emms, Jake Wood, James Dowdeswell, Jim White
Actor Jake Wood, former badminton player Gail Emms, sports journalist Jim White and comedian James Dowdeswell join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds.
9/21/2024 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 19 seconds
Adam Hurrey, Eboni Usoro-Brown, Ivo Graham, Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake
Journalist, author and podcaster Adam Hurrey, former netball player Eboni Usoro-Brown, British sprinter Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake and comedian Ivo Graham join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
9/14/2024 • 54 minutes, 59 seconds
Danny Mcloughlin, Lutalo Muhammad, Natalie Pike, Paul McNamee
British Taekwondo athlete Lutalo Muhammad, sports presenter Natalie Pike, The Big Issue editor Paul McNamee and comedian Danny Mcloughlin join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
9/7/2024 • 58 minutes, 30 seconds
Carl Donnelly, David Alorka, Holly Hamilton, Phil Brown
TV Presenter and broadcaster David Alorka, Journalist and presenter Holly Hamilton, former footballer and coach Phil Brown, and comedian Carl Donnelly join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
8/31/2024 • 1 hour, 39 seconds
Bob Mills, Dougie Anderson, Gail Emms and Jeanette Kwakye
Broadcaster and former sprinter Jeanette Kwakye, Radio and Television presenter Dougie Anderson, former Badminton player Gail Emms, and comedian Bob Mills join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
8/24/2024 • 1 hour, 23 seconds
Euro 2024 Special - David James, Vicki Sparks, Pat Nevin and Henning Wehn
Rick Edwards is joined by former England international goalkeeper David James, BBC commentator Vicki Sparks, former Scotland international Pat Nevin, and comedian Henning Wehn as they fight for punditry points in our Euro 2024 special.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
6/13/2024 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 7 seconds
Champion of Champions - Martin Bayfield, Holly Hamilton, Paul McNamee, Danny McLoughlin
Former England rugby player Martin Bayfield, presenter Holly Hamilton, The Big Issue Editor Paul McNamee and comedian Danny McLoughlin join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment in the end of season Champion of Champions show. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. Tune in to hear who will be crowned the 2024 Fighting Talk Champion.Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
5/18/2024 • 53 minutes, 54 seconds
Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake, Kath Merry, Greg Brady, Dougie Anderson
GB sprinter Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake, former GB athlete and commentator Kath Merry, sports broadcaster Greg Brady and broadcaster Dougie Anderson join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
5/11/2024 • 57 minutes, 21 seconds
Alex Hartley, Matt Smith, Natalie Pike, Brian Noble
Former England cricket player Alex Hartley, Salford City player Matt Smith, sports broadcaster Natalie Pike and former Rugby League player and coach Brian Noble join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds.
5/4/2024 • 55 minutes, 48 seconds
Danny Care, Ned Boulting, Mina Rzouki, Bob Mills
England and Harlequins rugby player Danny Care, sports journalist Ned Boulting, pundit and presenter Mina Rzouki and comedian Bob Mills join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
4/27/2024 • 1 hour, 52 seconds
Aaron Paul, Katherine Downes, Paul McNamee and Danny McLoughlin
Sports presenter Aaron Paul, journalist and sports presenter Katherine Downes, The Big Issue editor Paul McNamee and comedian Danny McLoughlin join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds.
4/20/2024 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 10 seconds
Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, Holly Hamilton, David Alorka, Mark Watson
GB sprinter and Gladiator Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, broadcaster Holly Hamilton, presenter David Alorka and comedian Mark Watson join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
4/13/2024 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 50 seconds
Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, Holly Hamilton, David Alorka, Mark Watson
GB sprinter and Gladiator Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, broadcaster Holly Hamilton, presenter David Alorka and comedian Mark Watson join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
4/13/2024 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 46 seconds
Tamsin Greenway, Liam MacDevitt, Thom Gibbs, Jacob Hawley
Former England netballer Tamsin Greenway, sports presenter Liam MacDevitt, sports journalist Thom Gibbs and comedian Jacob Hawley join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
4/6/2024 • 51 minutes, 5 seconds
David James, Natalie Pike, Paul McNamee, Tez Ilyas
Former England and Liverpool footballer David James, presenter Natalie Pike, The Big Issue editor Paul McNamee and comedian Tez Ilyas join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
3/30/2024 • 52 minutes, 6 seconds
Ned Boulting, Gail Emms, Dougie Anderson, Josh James
Sports journalist Ned Boulting, former GB badminton player Gail Emms, broadcaster Dougie Anderson and comedian Josh James join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
3/23/2024 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 2 seconds
Martin Bayfield, Bianca Westwood, Steffan Powell, Kae Kurd
Former England rugby player Martin Bayfield, broadcaster Bianca Westwood, presenter Steffan Powell and comedian Kae Kurd join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
3/16/2024 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 8 seconds
Paul Dickov, Natalie Pike, Brian Noble, Neil Delamere
Former Man City player Paul Dickov, sports presenter Natalie Pike, former rugby league footballer Brian Noble and comedian Neil Delamere join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
3/8/2024 • 59 minutes, 39 seconds
Kate Mason, Flex, Jim White, Bob Mills
Broadcaster Kate Mason, football presenter Flex, journalist Jim White and comedian Bob Mills join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds
Musician and presenter Guvna B, presenter Jennie Gow, broadcaster Rickie Haywood-Williams and comedian Justin Moorhouse join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
2/24/2024 • 58 minutes, 35 seconds
Eleanor Oldroyd, Shaunagh Brown, Aaron Paul, Josh James
Broadcaster Eleanor Oldroyd, former England rugby player Shaunagh Brown, sports presenter Aaron Paul and comedian Josh James join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
2/17/2024 • 59 minutes, 14 seconds
Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, Mina Rzouki, Thom Gibbs and Danny Mcloughlin join Rick Edwards.
GB sprinter and Nitro Gladiator Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, football broadcaster Mina Rzouki, sports journalist Thom Gibbs and comedian Danny Mcloughlin join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Get the podcast from BBC Sounds
2/10/2024 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 8 seconds
Martin Bayfield, Katharine Merry, Chris Latchem, Dougie Anderson
A hilarious look at the world of sport as guests compete for points with their punditry.
2/3/2024 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 53 seconds
Lutalo Muhammad, Natalie Pike, Paul McNamee, Ian Moore
British Taekwondo athlete Lutalo Muhammad, presenter Natalie Pike, The Big Issue editor Paul McNamee and comedian Ian Moore, join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Get the podcast from BBC Sound
1/20/2024 • 59 minutes, 14 seconds
Reece Parkinson, Caroline Barker, Jim White, Kae Kurd
Presenter Reece Parkinson, sports broadcaster Caroline Barker, journalist Jim White and comedian Kae Kurd join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Get the podcast from BBC Sounds.
1/13/2024 • 59 minutes, 41 seconds
Gethin Jones, Alistair Bruce-Ball, Katie Smith, Danny McLoughlin
Presenter Gethin Jones, sports broadcaster Alistair Bruce-Ball, sports reporter Katie Smith and comedian Danny McLoughlin join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Get the podcast from BBC Sounds.
1/6/2024 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 54 seconds
Danny Care, Alex Hartley, Rickie Haywood-Williams, Steve Bunce
Danny Care from the Rugby Union Weekly Podcast, Alex Hartley from No Balls: The Cricket Podcast, Rickie Haywood- Williams from the Footballers Football Podcast and Steve Bunce from the 5 Live boxing podcast go head-to-head in a special battle of the pods episode with Rick Edwards. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Get the podcast from BBC Sounds
12/30/2023 • 57 minutes, 24 seconds
Elis James, Gail Emms, Gordon Smart, Liam MacDevitt
Comedian Elis James, former GB badminton player Gail Emms, broadcaster and journalist Gordon Smart and presenter Liam MacDevitt, join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Get the podcast from BBC Sounds
12/23/2023 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 16 seconds
Tamsin Greenway, Dougie Anderson, Eleanor Oldroyd, Bob Mills
Former England netballer Tamsin Greenway, broadcaster Dougie Anderson, broadcaster Eleanor Oldroyd and comedian Bob Mills, join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Get the podcast from BBC Sounds
12/16/2023 • 59 minutes, 19 seconds
Holly Hamilton, Natalie Pike, Aaron Paul, Tez Ilyas
Broadcaster Holly Hamilton, presenter Natalie Pike, football broadcaster Aaron Paul and comedian Tez Ilyas, join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
12/9/2023 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 32 seconds
Kelly Cates, Phil Brown, Jim White, Ian Moore
Broadcaster Kelly Cates, football manager Phil Brown, journalist Jim White and comedian Ian Moore join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!Get the podcast from BBC Sounds
12/2/2023 • 1 hour, 25 seconds
Paul McNamee, Jenny Ryan, Jake Wood, Mark Watson
The Big Issue editor Paul McNamee, ITV chaser Jenny Ryan, actor Jake Wood and comedian Mark Watson join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
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11/25/2023 • 57 minutes, 49 seconds
Kate Mason, Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, Greg Brady, Justin Moorhouse
Presenter Kate Mason, GB sprinter and new Gladiator Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, sports broadcaster Greg Brady and comedian Justin Moorhouse join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
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11/18/2023 • 59 minutes, 21 seconds
Kath Merry, Thom Gibbs, Rickie Haywood-Williams, Josh James
Commentator and former GB athlete Kath Merry, sports journalist Thom Gibbs, presenter Rickie Haywood-Williams and comedian Josh James join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
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11/11/2023 • 55 minutes, 22 seconds
Ugo Monye, Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake, Mina Rzouki, Jacob Hawley
Former England rugby player Ugo Monye, GB sprinter Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake, football broadcaster Mina Rzouki and comedian Jacob Hawley join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
11/4/2023 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 40 seconds
Martin Bayfield, Holly Hamilton, Dave Alorka, Ivo Graham
Former England rugby player Martin Bayfield, sports broadcaster Holly Hamilton, presenter Dave Alorka and comedian Ivo Graham join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
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10/28/2023 • 57 minutes, 25 seconds
Rachel Burden, Natalie Pike, Alistair Bruce-Ball, Danny McLoughlin
5 Live breakfast host Rachel Burden, sports presenter Natalie Pike, sports broadcaster Alistair Bruce-Ball and comedian Danny McLoughlin join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
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10/21/2023 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 53 seconds
Guvna B, Mina Rzouki, Greg Brady, Bob Mills
Rapper and presenter Guvna B, sport broadcaster Mina Rzouki, Canadian broadcaster Greg Brady, and comedian Bob Mills join Gabby Logan for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
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10/14/2023 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 49 seconds
Dougie Anderson, Eleanor Oldroyd, Martin Kelner, Bob Mills
To celebrate 20 years of Fighting Talk, show old-timers Dougie Anderson, Eleanor Oldroyd, Martin Kelner and Bob Mills join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
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10/7/2023 • 53 minutes, 14 seconds
Gordon Smart, Eleanor Oldroyd, Gail Emms, Neil Delamere
Broadcaster Gordon Smart, broadcaster Eleanor Oldroyd, former GB badminton player Gail Emms and comedian Neil Delamere join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
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9/23/2023 • 58 minutes, 46 seconds
Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake, Jeanette Kwakye, Kate Mason, Kae Kurd
GB sprinter Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake, former GB athlete and presenter Jeanette Kwakye, broadcaster Kate Mason and comedian Kae Kurd join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
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9/16/2023 • 58 minutes, 21 seconds
Martin Bayfield, Holly Hamilton, Paul McNamee, Tez Ilyas
Former England rugby player Martin Bayfield, presenter Holly Hamilton, the Big Issue editor Paul McNamee and comedian Tez Ilyas join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
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9/9/2023 • 58 minutes, 2 seconds
David Alorka, Dougie Anderson, Bianca Westwood, Bob Mills
Presenter David Alorka, broadcaster Dougie Anderson, football reporter Bianca Westwood and comedian Bob Mills join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
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9/2/2023 • 52 minutes, 12 seconds
Eleanor Oldroyd, Bob Mills, Jim White and Justin Moorhouse
Broadcaster Eleanor Oldroyd, comedian Bob Mills, journalist Jim White and comedian Justin Moorhouse join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment in the end of season Champion of Champions show. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner, so who will be crowned this season’s FT Champ!?
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5/27/2023 • 57 minutes, 23 seconds
Guvna B, Gail Emms, Greg Brady, Kae Kurd
Rapper and author Guvna B, former GB badminton player Gail Emms, sports broadcaster Greg Brady and comedian Kae Kurd join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
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5/20/2023 • 1 hour, 8 minutes
Jeanette Kwakye, Jake Wood, Paul McNamee, Ian Moore
Former GB athlete and presenter Jeanette Kwakye, actor Jake Wood, The Big Issue editor Paul McNamee and comedian Ian Moore join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
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5/13/2023 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 20 seconds
Jenny Ryan, John Cross, Martin Kelner, Eddie Kadi
Quizzer and singer Jenny Ryan, Mirror chief football writer John Cross, broadcaster Martin Kelner and comedian Eddie Kadi join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
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4/29/2023 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 44 seconds
Holly Hamilton, Dougie Anderson, Rickie Haywood-Williams, Neil Delamere
Presenter Holly Hamilton, writer and broadcaster Dougie Anderson, presenter Rickie Haywood-Williams and comedian Neil Delamere join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
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4/22/2023 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 33 seconds
Eleanor Oldroyd, Guvna B, Thom Gibbs, Tez Ilyas
Broadcaster Eleanor Oldroyd, rapper and author Guvna B, sports journalist Thom Gibbs and comedian Tez Ilyas Graham join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
Get the podcast from BBC Sounds
4/15/2023 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 12 seconds
Elis James, Natalie Pike, Phil Brown, Ivo Graham
Comedian Elis James, sports presenter Natalie Pike, football manager Phil Brown and comedian Ivo Graham join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in Defend the Indefensible, where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
Get the podcast from BBC Sounds.
4/8/2023 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 3 seconds
Justin Moorhouse, Mina Rzouki, Reece Parkinson and David Alorka join Jordan North
Comedian Justin Moorhouse, football journalist and broadcaster Mina Rzouki, presenter Reece Parkinson and broadcaster David Alorka join guest host Jordan North for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
Get the podcast from BBC Sounds
4/1/2023 • 1 hour, 46 seconds
Jim White, Gail Emms, Greg Brady, Bob Mills
Journalist Jim White, former GB badminton player Gail Emms, sports broadcaster Greg Brady and comedian Bob Mills join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
Get the podcast from BBC Sounds
3/25/2023 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 54 seconds
Holly Hamilton, Paul McNamee, Kate Mason, Josh James
Presenter Holly Hamilton, The Big Issue editor Paul McNamee, sports presenter Kate Mason and comedian Josh James join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
Get the podcast from BBC Sounds
3/18/2023 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 4 seconds
Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake, Kate Mason, Thom Gibbs, Charles Dagnall
GB sprinter Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake, sports broadcaster Kate Mason, journalist Thom Gibbs and former cricketer Charles Dagnall join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
8/27/2022 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 54 seconds
Phil Brown, Henning Wehn, Caroline Barker and Rick Edwards
Colin Murray is joined by Phil Brown, Henning Wehn, Caroline Barker and Rick Edwards as they look back on the events of 2021 and look forward to the big sporting year ahead.
1/1/2022 • 1 hour, 18 seconds
End of the Premier League season special- Iain Stirling, Natalie Paweleck, Pat Nevin, Jim White
Comedian Iain Stirling, football presenter Natalie Paweleck, football commentator and former Chelsea player Pat Nevin and sports journalist Jim White join Colin Murray to celebrate and commiserate what would have been the end of the Premier League season.
Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.
In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-head in 'Defend the Indefensible' where they must both defend a statement however ludicrous or distasteful for twenty seconds. There can only be one winner!
Get the podcast from BBC Sounds.