The big kick off is a football radio show. There are two podcasts, The Football Show & The League of Ireland Podcast. It also is a football website. Go to www.thebigkickoff.com
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The J Files is Double J's music doco show bringing together artists and fans to share and explore the stories behind the music you love. Each week the Double J radio program and online feature dig through archives, rarities and your experiences to create an in-depth profile of an artist, album or idea. It's your ticket to music discovery.
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Tbko Football Show S4E17 : When It Rains It Pours
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It's been a season to forget at Old Trafford and just when you thought it couldn't get any worse.. the stadium starts to fall apart!We discuss the Old Trafford waterfall and more including...- Spurs fan's and their losing mentality- Premier League clubs to vote on VARBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E16 : The Greatest Show!
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Eric Ten Haag told us this week that Manchester United are one of the most dynamic and entertaining teams in the Premier League.... We didn't see that one coming!!We discuss this and also....- Salah and Klopp touchline fallout- It's a two-horse race for the title- Worry for Ferguson at BrightonBy Roy Shanahan
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It was a week of controversy and drama and who doesn't love a bit of football drama......- Pressure on Pep, Arteta and Klopp, who will buckle first?- Nottingham Forest accuses the FA and Premier League of cheating- Who would you want on your team? Saka, Palmer, or De Bruyne?By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E14 : Peno's Are Not For Everyone
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When your club has a designated penalty taker, why do they allow someone else to pull rank?- Coventry make it to Wembley- Man United look half-decent for once- Spurs and Villa fight it outBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E13 : Liverpool Win 1-1
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After the big game at the weekend, it's fair enough to say Liverpool will look back on missed opportunities. We discuss this plus much more including... - Spurs hammer Villa- Brighton's Inconsistency - Alisson vs Kelleher- Arsenal tweak that brought the goalsBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S5E8 : Drogheda's Dream
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Drogheda United's owners were true to their word when they said they would look into acquiring Weavers Park. We discuss the positive news and also..- CK United next for LOI?- John O'Shea is the Irish Boss- Republic of Ireland Women's team face a tough Euro DrawBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S5E7 : Bohemian's Ban
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When Bohemian's supporters misbehave, is it fair to punish another club for that!? We discuss this and more including...- Is it ok to put your hands on a ball boy/girl? It seems to be...- Caoimhin Kelleher reminds everyone that he's still around ahead of the spring internationalsBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E12 : Everton On The Up
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Everton have had some up's and down's this season and the rollercoaster continued over the weekend...- Klopp earns more Silverware- Alphonso Davies agrees €70 million moveBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S5E6 : No-one wants the Ireland Job!
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The Republic of Ireland manager job seems to be a job that isn't that appealing. We discuss this and much more including...- Shelbourne to purchase Tolka?- Finn Harps under threat?- A look back at the opening weekendBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S5E5 : FAI Consultation
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What's the future for Irish football? We were at the FAI Football Consultation and a few interesting things were revealed....Also..- Dalymount gets the green light- The Republic of Irelands Nations League draw gets the juices flowing- And the league is finally back!!!By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E11 : David Moyes To Say Goodbye?
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West Ham fans have never fully taken to David Moyes. After being hit for six by Arsenal, it makes things a little more difficult to see a contract being placed on the table!- Harry Kane gets roasted in Germany!- Should Kobbie Mainoo be in the next England Squad?- Should the Blue card be dismissed so easily?…
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Tbko League of Ireland S5E4 : Dundalk Or Russia
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There seems to be a big weekly story coming out of Dundalk every week! - No plastic pitch for Dundalk- Treaty United feeling the blues- Longford hit the centuryBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E10 : Have Arsenal Won the League?
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It was a big game, there was no doubt about that! Arsenal claimed all 3 points but Jamie Carragher was having none of the celebrations...- Can Arsenal win the league?- Is Pochettino under real pressure now?- Is Hojlund the real deal?By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S5E3 : Keep Them Coming!
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Wexford Football Club is going in the right direction and the news of some US investment into the club is very welcome indeed.....- Who would you like to be the new Ireland boss?- A League of Ireland fixture sees itself sneak into the top 50 of Copa 90's best derbies in world footballBy Roy Shanahan
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Jurgen Klopp shocked the footballing world when he announced he would step down as Liverpool manager at the end of the season.- Why is he leaving?- Who is likely to take over?- How does the news affect the team this season and next?- What made him so successful?By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S5E2 : The Third Division
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Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle talk all things Irish including...- Do we want a Third tier in the League of Ireland?- Dundalk is looking to sell its naming rights Plus a bit more!By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Football Show S4E8 :Is the Saudi Pro League dying already?
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There was only a handful of Premier League games but that didn't shop the football stories rolling in...- Eni Aluko questions the policing of online hate speech- The Saudi League starts to show signs of wobble- Financial Fair Play rules starting to show its teethBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S5E1 : 4 Weeks to Kick Off
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It's only 4 weeks to the League of Ireland's opening games and there is so much to discuss...- Is Higgins under pressure this season?- Can Galway make a big impact on the Premier Division?- Can anyone topple 4 in a row Champions Shamrock Rovers?- What is success for Damien Duff and Shelbourne?Plus a lot more!…
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Tbko Football Show S4E7 : Dyer By Name, Dire By Nature!
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January shocked us early this year! Are Bayern Munich looking to improve their squad? We discuss.....- Sancho to Dortmund- Dyer to Germany too..- Havertz & Arsenal both struggling - Does Klopp need to win the League again before his times up at Liverpool?By Roy Shanahan
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2023 had moments for huge celebrations - we were gripped by Matildas fever, celebrated the 50th anniversary since hip hop began its ascent to dominance, saw technology make the impossible possible and heard more great albums than we can count. And music has been there through the hard times too - with devastating global conflicts, a referendum defe…
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DJ Shadow (Josh Davis) changed the game of instrumental hip hop in the 1990s. An early signee of British label Mo' Wax, his debut album Endtroducing….. blew minds with its fusion of electronic music and hip hop beats and it was entirely composed using samples. But he's not been content to peddle more of the same. Keeping us guessing, pushing himsel…
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Olivia Newton-John is one of the best selling artists of all time. Across a six-decade career that spanned music, stage, screen and health advocacy, she firmly embedded herself in our hearts. Before the huge success of Grease she’d already made her name as a recording artist, earning Grammys, Country Music Awards and a swathe of hit singles. The st…
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We’re handing the mic to Yorta Yorta rapper and Double J's Australian Artist of the Year winner Briggs. Adam Briggs has carved out such an important legacy in Australian music. From his early days in Shepparton, supporting artists like MC Reason, Funkoars and The Hilltop Hoods to teaming up with Trials in A.B. Original, building his own label Bad A…
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There doesn't seem to be a game that isn't decided by VAR these days!We discuss the need for VAR and also..- Squad size in the Champions League can make or break your season- Are Chelsea Improving?By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S4E26 : Turkish Not-Delight
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Tbko League of Ireland S4E26 : Turkish Not-Delight by Roy ShanahanBy Roy Shanahan
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He may not be a household name, but Ron S. Peno had all the makings of a star. From his smalltown regional NSW upbringing to his early glam and punk groups in Brisbane and Sydney, to wowing audiences overseas and being splashed across the coolest music mags, his life and legacy is as colourful and chaotic as it has been artistic and influential. He…
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Tbko League of Ireland S4E25 : The Guard Of Honour
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Stephen Bradley was unhappy that Cork City didn't give his Shamrock Rovers team a guard of honour, We discuss this and much more including...- The women's national team goes from strength to strength- Can Cobh Ramblers pull off a shock?By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E5 : The Popularity Contest
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Lionel Messi made it a record 8 Ballon d,Or's. Did he deserve it this year?Roy Shanahan, David Buggle, and Neal Dobbs discussed this and much more including.....- Erik Ten Hag starts to feel the pressure- Saudi Arabia and the 2034 World CupBy Roy Shanahan
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For eight years Camp Cope shook up the Australian music industry with their fearless anthems, raw punk rock and stand against sexism and harassment. After three albums, countless live shows and a music industry forever changed by their advocacy, Georgia Maq, Sarah Thompson and Kelly-Dawn Hellmrich have decided to call it a day. This episode of The …
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Tbko League of Ireland Podcast S4E24 : Dundalk Rumours
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If you're a Dundalk supporter these days it's getting more and more worrying. Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss the rumours surrounding the club and also discuss..- League of Ireland takeovers at Treaty United & Drogheda- Stadium developments including Oriel Park- Is Euro 2028 going to benefit the LOI in any way?…
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Is Bobby Charlton up there with the greatest footballers of all time? We discuss this and many other topics including....- Spurs are looking less and less... Spursy!- Premier League goalkeepers are struggling- Who has been the best purchase so far?By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E3 : 1-0 To The Ar-se-nal!
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Roy Shanahan was joined by Neal Dobbs and David Buggle to discuss...- City lose 3 in the last 5 games- Can Newcastle win the Champions League?- Is Birmingham and Rooney a good fit?And much more!By Roy Shanahan
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In the late 90s and early 2000s The Chicks (formerly The Dixie Chicks) were the biggest selling female group in the U.S—selling tens of millions of records and changing the face of country music. The trio weren’t afraid to do things their own way—maintaining independence from their label and speaking out about social justice issues. But their comme…
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Tbko League of Ireland Podcast S4E23 : Are Bradley's Days Numbered?
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The rumours are out that Stephen Bradley is no longer a happy camper at Shamrock Rovers. Is his time there nearly up?- Liam Buckley moves back to his Sporting Director role- Are Drogheda United close to securing investment in the club?- A couple of Managers secure their 2024 position in the hot seatBy Roy Shanahan
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Jamiroquai’s blend of soul, funk, rock, house and jazz was an instant hit. Songs like ‘Cosmic Girl’, ‘Little L’, 'Love Foolosophy' and ‘Virtual Insanity’ are still on high rotation across dancefloors around the world. Fronted by charismatic singer Jay Kay, the English group are in the country later this month to play Harvest Rock festival. This epi…
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Tbko Football Show S4E2 : Asleep At The Wheel
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Was it just a mistake or were the VAR officials just Asleep At The Wheel?- Can a foul not just be a foul anymore?- Ten Haag sees improvement in Manchester United!- How good is the standard of goalkeeping in the Premier League?By Roy Shanahan
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Australian post-punk group The Birthday Party were loud, raucous and genre-defying. Forming in 1973 as The Boys Next Door, they found limited audiences on home turf and in 1980 they jetted overseas for a crack at breaking into the London music scene, changing their name in the process. The Birthday Party's famously raucous live shows were often con…
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Tbko League of Ireland Podcast S4E23 : Who Next At Finn Harps?
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As Dave Rogers leaves his position at Finn Harps we ask 'Who will be next to sit in the Finn Harps hot seat?'- What is needed to help Galway United remain a regular club in the top tier?- WNT make it 2 out of 2 in the Nations League- UCD and Andy Myler part companyBy Roy Shanahan
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We are six games into the Premier League season and some things haven't changed from last season.... Like Chelsea being absolutely rubbish! We discuss the Blues and more including...- What is handball?- Liverpool have a fire in their belly again!- Would Bruno Fernandes get more recognition if he played for a better team like Man City?…
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Tbko League of Ireland Podcast S4E22 : Work Hard At It Lads!
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Bohemians have been working hard behind the scenes for years to redevelop Dalymount Park. Is it finally about to happen? Also..- The Irish FA release a 5-year plan for the NIFL- Jonathan Hill discusses both Stephen Kenny and Vera Pauw- The FAI cup draw makes for interesting readingBy Roy Shanahan
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Australia has produced its fair share of pop stars, but few are as cherished as Kylie Minogue. From humble soap star beginnings to worldwide chart domination, moving effortlessly between pop, dance, and indie, she has truly earned her title as Queen of Reinvention. On the eve of her sixteenth studio album Tension with instant dancefloor hits 'Padam…
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System of a Down's blend of thrash metal, alternative rock and politics was like nothing we'd ever heard before. Songs like 'Chop Suey', 'Aerials' and 'Toxicity' introduced new fans to heavy music in the late 90s and early 2000s – and were major breakthrough hits for the Armenian-American band that thought they'd never be played on radio. This popu…
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Tbko League of Ireland Podcast S4E21 : Kenny In Trouble
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Four defeats out of five leave Stephen Kenny in a precarious position! We discuss, what next and most likely who next?Also...- The U21s show the seniors how it's done- Derry City and Finn Harps Stadium redevelopment news- The next Women's International manager- Look ahead to the weekend's LOI gamesBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S4 E20 : The Showground Exodus
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Many were worried about Sligo Rovers at the start of the season, halfway through it it doesn't look to be getting any better! Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss Sligo and many other Irish football topics brought up this week....- Irish clubs in Europe- What Managers will be under pressure during the league run-in?- What will be Ireland's legacy …
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Tbko League of Ireland Podcast S4E19 : Millions
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Evan Ferguson received heaps of praise at the weekend and that was just music to Bohemian supporters everywhere!- Derry City in Europe- Irish Abroad- Do clubs underestimate the efforts of Ultra Supporters?- LOI reviewBy Roy Shanahan
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On the 50th anniversary of hip hop The J Files shines the light on one of the 21st Century's most important voices - Kendrick Lamar. The Compton rapper has had a stratospheric rise since releasing his early mixtapes under the name K.Dot. With five studio albums, a swag of GRAMMYs and a Pulitzer Prize under his belt - he's managed to maintain his ar…
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Twenty years ago The Panics (Jae Laffer, Drew Wootton, Paul Otway, Jules Douglas and Myles Wootton) released their debut record A House on a Street in a Town I'm From. It was brimming with sun-streaked visions and hazy memories of the people, places and experiences of their hometown Perth. It was clear straight away that this band was onto somethin…
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Tbko League of Ireland S4E18 : Rover and Out
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Shamrock Rovers have had a week to forget. They're not the only ones. Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle look at all the LOI news including...- Is Sky Sports to show LOI games?- Packie Bonner is looking for LOI clubs to be a feeder club for Celtic- Cup Competitions Galore- Women's World CupBy Roy Shanahan
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Angélique Kidjo's powerful voice, infectious enthusiasm and fusion of African rhythms and dancefloor-ready pop music has had the world grooving for close to four decades. Born in Benin, the singer songwriter and activist moved to Paris in her 20s and is now based in New York. Since the early 1990s albums like Logozo and Ayé and hits like 'Agolo' 'B…
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From its South Bronx beginnings to being the dominant force in music, the evolution of hip hop has been extraordinary – and incredible women have been there every step of the way. They’ve told their stories, vented their spleens, and brought wisdom and spirit – as well as sass and attitude – to hip hop. And in the process, they’ve been a major forc…
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