Fighting Talk Emma Paton, Luke Moore, Martin Kelner, Neil Delamere
Dec 6, 2025
Join Emma Paton, a charming presenter and former athlete, alongside Luke Moore, a witty sports journalist; Martin Kelner, a veteran broadcaster with a treasure trove of anecdotes; and Neil Delamere, an Irish comedian who infuses humor into sports discussions. The panel dives into the World Cup draw, debates the luckiest and unluckiest teams in sports, and brainstorms on what sporting items should change color. In a fun segment, they defend outlandish statements in a showdown while reminiscing about sports icons who pulled viewers into the game.
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Banter Frames The Show
- Rick Edwards opens with dry, self-deprecating humour that sets a light, irreverent tone for the show.
- The panel dynamic relies on banter and quick jibes to frame sporting discussion rather than deep analysis.
Panelists' Track Records Matter
- Luke Moore has a history of finishing last and being penalised by fellow panellists for weak answers.
- Martin Kelner is a longstanding broadcaster with many appearances and self-deprecating stories about longevity.
Live Sport Interruption Strategy
- The show interleaves live sport updates (the Ashes) with studio games to keep topical relevance.
- That format creates interruptions but allows for timely listener interaction and bonus points.
