The Kent Non-League Football Podcast

With Matt sunning himself on holiday, non-league programme columnist, blogger, podcaster and Kentish Man Trevor Knell sits in for a bumper show after another brilliant weekend of football. Rochester United came back from 3-0 down on their way to an FA Vase upset at Lordswood and their boss Matt Hume reflects on that comeback, explains what he said at half-time and discusses the SCEFL Division One season so far. There's a new man in charge at Phoenix Sports and Darren Anslow discusses the challenges of building a side in the middle of a season and swapping top for bottom in the Isthmian South East. Herne Bay overcame Phoenix on Saturday and Bay manager Steve Lovell reflects on that win and discusses his passion for bringing young players through. And with Dover Athletic sitting top of the table, their top scorer George Nikaj tells Matt about the season so far, how he has found the goal trail and why he's not getting too carried away. There's all the rest of the news, including seven more FA Vase wins and a 6-6 draw, plus all the usual chat and nonsense, including Biffy Clyro (shock!), songs that last a million years, Joan and loads more besides.

Recorded partly on location at Sevenoaks, we've got another packed show for you this week with four interviews and some tip-top chat. Tonbridge Angels fans will get the chance to watch their side in the stadium in the FA Cup first round for the first time in 50 years - boss Jay Saunders discusses what that means to him and his players after their win at Cray Wanderers. His opposite number Neil Smith reflects on a strong showing from his side against their higher-league opposition, and discusses the challenges in the league so far this season. Sevenoaks boss Marcel Nimani is pleased after his side held on for a point against Sittingbourne and talks about the project at the club and his path to management. And Sittingbourne manager Ryan Maxwell gives his view on that draw, plus talks about the travelling Brickies fans and the strenght of the Isthmian South East. We've got all the rest of the action from across the county and a look ahead to the FA Vase this weekend, as well as loads more besides.

Another packed show as we reflect on a successful SCEFL Groundhop and a busy weekend elsewhere in the pyramid - and preview two huge FA Cup ties. The Groundhop kicked off with a 3-0 win for Rusthall at Snodland, and Rustics boss Jimmy Anderson reflects on his side's win and clean sheet, and reveals the home truths that helped spark that win. We chose Snodland defender Tyler Hatton as their man of the match in the loss and the Maidstone youngster tells us all about his experience in the SCEFL so far, the benefits of playing men's football and his hope for an upturn in form. Cray Valley PM beat Ramsgate to progress in the FA Trophy and Millers boss Steve McKimm discusses that victory and their fine start to life at Step 3. Rams manager Ben Smith admits his side came up short in that clash, but is ready to focus on the league and looks ahead to a big game against Sheppey United this weekend. There's all the rest of the news from across the pyramid and the usual chat and nonsense, including nightclubs, school dinners, Slow Horses and the end of the banana saga.

We look back on a frustrating weekend of FA Cup results - but a draw that guarantees two of our sides will be in the FA Cup first round. We also look ahead to the SCEFL Groundhop which takes place this weekend, with some exciting news about the first game of it - and we chat to Erith & Belvedere joint-manager Billy Hamlin, who discusses the challenge of playing at 11am on Sunday, his side's start to the season, the return of striker Tunde Aderonmu and more besides. We also hear from Sheppey United first-team coach Geoff Record after his side continued their perfect start to the Isthmian League South East season with victory at Phoenix Sports. Plus there's all the rest of the news from across the county and lots more besides, including the greatest mystery of 2024 so far... Where is Jon's banana?

Ahead of a big weekend of FA Cup action, we hear from two men desperate to make it into the fourth qualifying round - and a manager whose side have made a great start after promotion last term. Maidstone midfielder Jordan Higgs discusses their 2-2 weekend draw with Chesham, his injury frustration since his summer move and why no-one will be taking their tie at Herne Bay for granted. Cray Wanderers face Hastings on Saturday looking to make it through too, in stark contrast to their league form which sees them propping up the Isthmian Premier - boss Neil Smith reflects on their start to the season, life at their new stadium and the tie against their divisional rivals. Erith Town have got 13 points from their first six games as a Step 4 team and their boss Adam Woodward discusses their form, the difference in levels and the club's hard work on and off the pitch. There's all the rest of the news from across the county and, of course, the usual chat and nonsense, including ducks, the rain and the Great British Bake Off.

Another bumper podcast after another excellent week in the FA Cup where no fewer than ten of our sides made it through to the Third Qualifying Round. Top billing goes to Herne Bay, who beat Hendon 3-0 to set up a tie with Maidstone - Bay boss Steve Lovell discusses all things FA Cup, his side's lack of league action so far this season and working closely with his son Mark. Ashford United also made it through and Danny Kedwell reflects on his start to life at Homelands, the squad he's built and the potential of the club. It was the end of the line for Corinthian though, and their manager Michael Golding admits it's a struggle for him this season after coming up short against the Nuts and Bolts. In the SCEFL, VCD made it eight wins in nine with a 2-0 win at Snodland - joint-boss Danny Joy discusses their start to the season, looks ahead to the FA Vase this weekend and discusses the importance of signing proven winners like keeper Andy Walker. And Snodland boss Byron Walker remains upbeat despite the loss to VCD, discussing his start to life as a manager and the backing he gets at the club. There's all the rest of the news from around the county, including a perfect start for Ebbsfleet's new boss, and all the usual chat and nonsense, including Toto Schillaci, Italia 90, a "posh breakfast" and being a celebrity...

Another bumper show full of Gerrard-sourced interviews after a busy week for many of our teams - and some big FA Cup clashes to come too. Tonbridge Angels are unbeaten so far this season and flying high in the National League South - boss Jay Saunders discusses their start to the season, his new-look defence and the influence of Sean Shields. There was late drama at Margate on Tuesday night as the home side scored deep into injury time to beat Deal - player-boss Ben Greenhalgh discusses that win, his own form, getting his squad built early and the double-edged sword of cup success. Hoops manager Steve King was frustrated after his side lost out at Hartsdown Park, but takes the positives from how his team are competing in their first season at Step Four. It was also disappointing for Adrian Pennock on Saturday as his Dartford side were thrashed 5-1 at Dover - the Darts chief discusses that off day for his side and looks ahead to their FA Cup clash this weekend. We've got all the rest of the news from across the county including two seven-goal thrillers on Tuesday night, and all of the usual chat and nonsense, including birthdays, Back to the Future and childhood phone numbers.

A massive weekend of FA Cup action, and we hear from four managers after two all-Kent ties ended with Step 4 sides knocking out higher-level opponents. Sittingbourne boss Ryan Maxwell was thrilled after his side put conceding twice in stoppage time behind them to beat Dover in their replay, and he tells us what the win means to him and the club. Dover boss Jake Leberl admits it was a frustrating night for his side but is hoping his team can end their Kent derby hoodoo this weekend. Ramsgate beat Folkestone at the first time of asking - but both bosses conceded that it would have been different had Invicta not had an early red card. Folkestone boss Andy Drury talks about the defeat and his short and long-term plans at the club, while Rams boss Ben Smith reflects on his so far flawless return to the club this summer. We discuss all the rest of the action, including history-makers Lordswood, and look at the league action up and down the pyramid. Plus we talk Glastonbury, not getting Oasis tickets, Pot Noodle-related injuries, Kula Shaker, Slow Horses and more besides.