Quickly Kevin; will he score? The 90s Football Show
A series in which 90’s football aficionado Josh Widdicombe is joined by friends, and fellow 90s experts, co-host Chris Scull and ‘Director of Podcast’ Michael Marden, as the trio embark on a tour of niche football topics of the period 1st January 1990 to 31st December 1999. Join the Quickly Kevin fan club for early release and extended episodes as well as exclusive bonus episodes and live shows, merchandise, events, and much much more...
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Correspondence Special (QK Reloaded)
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The Series 6 Quiz (QK Reloaded)
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- Opening Banter and Gladiators Controversy
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