Kickin' Off with Kevin Egan

Antoine Walker was a star NBA player that won a Championship in 2006 with the Miami Heat, alongside legends Shaquille O'Neal and Dwyane Wade. Throughout his career Antoine earned over $110 million, yet two years after retiring he declared bankruptcy. In this incredible chat, Kev chat's with 'Toine about his humble childhood on Chicago's south side, his influence on friend Michael Jordan's return to the NBA, partying hard during Miami days, and how he's now rebuilding his life.

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Nick van de Wall, known as Afrojack, is one of the world's top DJ's, and it turns out he's one seriously good conversationalist too. Kevin and Afrojack chat about life, success, and how happiness is paramount. I promise you'll be better for listening to this!

If you haven't seen 'Ted Lasso', I promise you're missing out on maybe the greatest gift of 2020! It's a hilarious, moving, and fun journey with the most likeable characters imaginable. Brendan Hunt plays 'Coach Beard' in the show, Ted Lasso's assistant manager at Premier League side AFC Richmond. Hunt is also the co-creator of the show alongside Jason Sudeikis, and I was thrilled to Kick Off with him, chatting all things soccer, Ted Lasso and Chicago hotdogs. You do not have to be a soccer fan to enjoy Ted Lasso, or this interview! Any and all feedback appreciated, and don't forget hit that subscribe button! Cheers! Kev

Most kids that love the game dream of one day starring alongside the world's elite. I've had that same dream countless times, you know the one where you make your debut for one of the best teams in the world in front of a packed stadium and an international TV audience, you receive a pass from a superstar and score the winning goal in stoppage time! Incredibly that dream became a reality for Danny Karbassiyoon, who one day was playing high school soccer in Virginia, and the next he was playing alongside Thierry Henry, Denis Bergkamp, Cesc Fabregas and the Arsenal Invincibles!

Imagine professionally reinventing yourself over and over again, yet consistently being at the top. That's Nicky Byrne! Nicky was a professional footballer with Leeds, before joining one of the most successful boybands ever in Westlife, and now he's an incredible TV and Radio host. Nicky is incredibly humble and sound, and I think you'll love this chat.

You'll enjoy this one, folks. Kevin has an in-depth chat with one of the most successful, kind, and inspirational figures there is, Arthur Blank. Owner of the NFL franchise Atlanta Falcons and MLS side Atlanta United, as well as the founder of The Home Depot, Arthur Blank continues to preach that profit and purpose can go hand in hand, and you can always do more to help others. A thoroughly enjoyable chat, and I hope you like it too. I'd appreciate any feedback below, and don't forget to click that subscribe button! Cheers!

In episode 9 Kevin chats with one of his closest friends, former colleague and co-host Kay Murray. Kay tells her story of how she jumped from being without a home with her mother, to hosting the Ballon d'Or. Kay is now a global football and Sports Center host for ESPN, and one of the best humans you'll meet!

Jack Collison is a former Premier League midfielder that has a fascinating story to tell. While chatting with Kev, Jack opens up about his Father's tragic death while he was traveling to see him play against Spurs. Jack also tells us who the real Gareth Bale is, as well as how his old teammate and friend Scott Parker will fare as a Premier League manager.

Kevin is joined by two-time New York Times best selling author and photographer Kate T. Parker. It's a special day for Kate as her latest book 'Play Like A Girl' is released. This is an empowering conversation about stigmas, roadblocks for girls and women, and the results of 'playing to your strengths'.

Charlie Davies is one of the brightest personalities in the soccer world. His genuine happiness and infectious enthusiasm for life has been shaped by his turbulent past. On Episode 6 of Kickin' Off, Charlie tells Kevin his story of adversity faced as a child, a life altering car crash, being told he had cancer days after welcoming his twin boys into the world, and now how he has mastered the ability to re-frame and focus on the positives. Charlie is such an inspiration. I really hope you enjoy this, and as always, any and all feedback is welcome in the comment section below! Cheers!