Johnny Vaughan On Radio X Podcast

byRadio X

Comedy

He's been the face and the voice of breakfast... Now he's forcing himself into your ear-hole at a different time. Let Johnny and his team finish off the working day with topical chat and marvellous music. It'll get you home - and make you think. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on your mobile or via www.radiox.co.uk. For advertising opportunities on this podcast, email: GlobalStudiosSales@global.com

Episodes(40 episodes)

The King of Breakfast, Steaks On A Train, and Anemones

This week, Johnny told us all about his marathon Sunday, we learnt about Cornwall's answer to Heston Blumenthal, and the team caught up with the latest Prosecco news. Plus, a very special guest...Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk

Published: May 1, 2026Duration: 55m 37s

Agg-land, Catching Rabbits, and Sax on The Beach

This week, the team celebrated World Earth Day and St George's Day in true Thang Gang style. Plus, there's a tiger on the loose, a crocodile at the buffet and a shoal of salmon talking rubbish…!Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk

Published: Apr 24, 2026Duration: 58m 59s

BONUS - Kelly Jones, The Laziest Susan & Capybaras On The Loose

No Thang Gang this week, but that doesn't mean no podcast. Here are some Thang Gang bits you may have missed - including a Stereophonic Pet Town Correspondent, The Thang Award for The Laziest Susan, and a Capybara on the loose again... Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk.

Published: Apr 17, 2026Duration: 47m 0s

Wooden Children, Britpop Damon Hunters, and Blofeld on a Plane!

This week, The Thang Gang proved Radio X listeners are just as skilled as the Artemis II astronauts, there was a blurry debrief of Best Of British, and Johnny exposed a shocking revelation about royal children.Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk.

Published: Apr 10, 2026Duration: 50m 1s

Daleks at the Palace, Speeding Scooters, and Ding Dong Mixed Nuts

This week, money-saving mutt Frugal Dougal returned at the end of the financial year, the Gang offered up some unexpected Royal guests, and Gav fell victim to the mind-games of a hungry genius.Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk.

Published: Apr 3, 2026Duration: 55m 47s

Irvine Welsh, Harry's Disappointing Danish and Pumpkin Roundabout

This week, Johnny and the Thang Gang are joined by the legendary author of Trainspotting, Irvine Welsh. He's changed.Plus, Harry goes where no listener has gone before.Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk.

Published: Mar 27, 2026Duration: 1h 1m 34s

The Thangs: The Real Climax of the Awards Season

This week, Johnny and the Thang Gang present the Thang Awards! It's our end-of-year awards, including Best Bullshido, Highest-Scoring TJ's Terrifically Topical Tuesday Top 10, and Most Obvious Research.Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk.

Published: Mar 20, 2026Duration: 57m 2s

From Space to Soles: Communication Fails, Banjo Frog, and Shoes News

This week, Johnny and the Thang Gang unpack some out-of-this-world communication breakdowns, dive into last-minute Mother’s Day shopping, and hear about the darts player who’s been competing in the wrong shoes.Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk

Published: Mar 13, 2026Duration: 58m 53s

Roundabouts, Jack The Lad & Helpful Cats

This week, Johnny and the Thang Gang had a roundabout discussion about all the roundabouts of their lives, Little Jackie Shepherd made his debut in Gav’s heroic slot – and there was all the latest in showbiz music news – featuring all the biggest names of today’s music scene...!Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9FM in London, 97.7 in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk.

Published: Mar 6, 2026Duration: 1h 4m 44s

Monkey Business, Sex Pistols & Spiders, and... Furgeddaboutit!

This week Johnny and the Thang Gang have not 1, not 2, not 3, but 4 (FOUR) monkey stories - yes, one does involve finding love in a hopeless place - plus the Gang have nights out involving Sopranos & Sex Pistols, and The Auld House in Kinghorn sees some action.Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk.

Published: Feb 27, 2026Duration: 1h 2m 39s

E-Bike Rivalry, Baracking Obama, and The Golden Cherub on Rickshaws

This week, Johnny and the Thang Gang talk pogoing, celebrate Sunta’s birthday in cheesy style, and hear The Golden Cherub take rickshaws to task.Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk

Published: Feb 20, 2026Duration: 55m 53s

The Love Thang, A Llama Expert, and Harry’s Mate Tim

This week, Johnny and the Love Thang Gang meet a llama expert, are impressed by a sexy Soprano, and try to help Harry’s mate Tim in the dating game.Hear Johnny on Radio X everyday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9FM in London, 97.7FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk.

Published: Feb 13, 2026Duration: 1h 2m 51s

Jason Fox, Big Sam AKA The Beast of Bodmin, and Mugging Off

This week, Johnny and the Thang Gang remind you not to mug yourself. Plus, there's a visit from ex-services man Jason Fox, and a catch-up with Cornish Wrestling Champion Big Sam AKA The Beast Of Bodmin.Hear Johnny on Radio X everyday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9FM in London, 97.7FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk.

Published: Feb 6, 2026Duration: 1h 8m 5s

Denise Van Outen, Joel Dommett, and Arctic Monkeys stats

This week, Johnny and the Thang Gang are joined by both Denise Van Outen and Joel Dommett, plus there's a deep-dive into Cornish Wrestling aka Wrasslin'.Hear Johnny on Radio X everyday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9FM in London, 97.7FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk.

Published: Jan 30, 2026Duration: 1h 16m 58s

Bradley Cooper AND Will Arnett, Embarrassing Parents, and the Chinese Embassy Building Report

This week, Johnny and the Thang Gang are joined by Hollywood royalty Bradley Cooper AND Will Arnett. Plus, are your parents more embarrassing than the Beckhams? And Johnny reports on the Chinese Embassy.Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9FM in London, 97.7FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk

Published: Jan 23, 2026Duration: 57m 51s

Hip To Be Square Amnesty, Yellow Boxes, and The Old Scottish Fiancée of Cupar

This week, Johnny and the Thang Gang call out AND embrace Squareness; there's all the drama from Harry's drama school reunion; and Gav gets closer to his not-so-secret admirer.Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk

Published: Jan 16, 2026Duration: 58m 8s

Lack of Atmosphere, The Greatest Zoo In All The Arabias, and Sunta's Big News

This week, Johnny and the Thang Gang share in Sunta’s wonderful news, Harry enjoys a low-key New Year, and we’re introduced to 'the Jimi Hendrix of the banjo'.Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk

Published: Jan 9, 2026Duration: 57m 19s

BONUS - "Santa"

Johnny and the Thang Gang return to Radio X on 5th January, but here’s a bonus podcast episode to tide you over until then! Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk

Published: Jan 2, 2026Duration: 35m 14s

BONUS - The Christmas Day Thang!

A yuletidious bonus episode as The Thang Gang join you for Christmas lunch.There's the annual Christmas Day Thang Quiz, plus some special musical guests. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk

Published: Dec 25, 2025Duration: 38m 32s

Stoke (Panto) Royalty, A Coffee Order, and The Pet Town Quiz World Series 2025

This week, Johnny and the Thang Gang chat with Stoke (panto) legend Jonny Wilkes, hear about your Christmas logistics, and crown a winner in The Pet Town Quiz World Series 2025.Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk

Published: Dec 19, 2025Duration: 1h 1m 26s