The World Football Programme
The World Football Programme has been on air since 1987. The show has grown into an energetic and informative two hours of football news on Saturday mornings between 10-12. To get complete football coverage, the show engages with a handful of local and national guests live every show. The programme is researched, produced and presented by Penny TannerHoath and the team. Penny has played football for state and country. We all coach, play or administrate in the sport and love talking about all aspects of football. A sampling of our regular guests include - National Coaches and players, Football Federation Australia...
Season 40 Episode 7
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday March 21, 2026.
Welcome to season 40 of the longest running live football show in Australia and maybe the world?! The World Football Team this Saturday is Hugh Best, Peter Szkiela and Kayla O’Connor.
Thanks to all of our listeners, members and partners for joining us again in 2026 and downloading our podcasts! You are awesome! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.
Season 40 Episode 6
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday March 14, 2026.
Welcome to season 40 of the longest running live football show in Australia and maybe the world?! The World Football Team this Saturday is led by Sean Kelly, joined by Tony (TC) Campbell and gate-crasher Phil Kelly!
On the agenda this Saturday is -
Patrick Clancy, Chair Football Supporters Association Australia. We talk to Pat about the big issues facing fans at home and overseas.
Hayley Roach, "The Lost Lioness" With the Tillies fate now known we ask what next and...
Season 40 Episode 5
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday March 7, 2026.
Welcome to season 40 of the longest running live football show in Australia and maybe the world?! The World Football Team this Saturday is led by Penny Tanner Hoath, joined by ace wingman Peter Szkiela and young footballer, Kayla O’Connor.
On the agenda this Saturday is-
Tommy Doleman, local match commentator. Tommy brings us news and results on the Night Series and NPLM.
Tracey Wheeler, Matildas Alumni. With the Asian Cup in full swing, we chat about how the Cup is...
Season 40 Episode 4
The World Football Programme, 107.9FM Radio Fremantle Saturday February 28th, 2026.
Welcome to season 40 of the longest running live football show in Australia. The World Football Team this Saturday is led by Murray Stevens, Jim Webb &, Kayla O’Connor.
On the agenda this Saturday is-
Robbie Thomson, A-Leagues commentator for Channel 10 & Paramount Plus. We talk all things happening in the A-Leagues.
Blayne Treadgold, Host of the Far Post Perth. We go in depth on Perth Glory Men's and Women's, look towards round 1 of the WA NPL competition.
Asian Cup preview...
Season 40 Episode 3
The World Football Programme, 107.9FM Radio Fremantle Saturday February 21st, 2026.
Welcome to Season 40 of the longest running live football show in Australia! The World Football team this Saturday is led by Sean Kelly, Kayla O’Connor & Phil Kelly.
On the agenda this Saturday is -
Steve Nelkovski, President Olympic Kingsway. Steve will be talking about the success of Olympic Kingsway on and off the park and some impressive signings in the off season.
Maria Hulls, former Matilda, Foreveroo. Maria is involved in walking football on a State and National basis. We wi...
Season 40 Episode 2
The World Football Programme, 107.9FM Radio Fremantle Saturday February 14th, 2026. A Valentines to remember!
The World Football Team this Saturday is led by Murray Stevens, stats guru Peter Skiela &, Kayla O’Connor.
On the agenda this Saturday is-
Matt Olsen, A-Leagues writer for Front Page Football. We review Perth Glory's Men's A-League fixture, preview the Women's & cast our eye over the Australian Football landscape.
Hayley Roach, Lost Lioness & Asian Cup event manager. We go in depth on the rapidly approaching Asian Cup.
Max Parris, Founder & Host of WA Football In...
Season 40 Episode 1
The World Football Programme, 107.9FM Radio Fremantle Saturday February 7, 2026.
Welcome to season 40 of the longest running live football show in Australia and who knows, maybe the world?! We are on air from February through to the end of November every year.
The World Football Team this Saturday is led by Penny Tanner Hoath, our Scottish insider, David Kindness and young football hungry, Kayla O’Connor.
On the agenda this Saturday is-
Introductory banter!
Introducing the new voice: Kayla O’Connor, in the studio and her global football journey from Pert...
Season 39 Episode 44
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, 29 November 2025.
The World Football Team are (almost) all in the studio this Saturday for our final show of 2025. We say a big thanks and Merry Christmas to Hugh Best who will be listening from afar, our listeners and partners, WA Futsal and Gate and Fence Hardware WA.
In studio is Penny Tanner Hoath, Peter Szkiela, Sean Kelly, Dave Kindness, Jim Webb and Murray Stevens. Watch out for the usual Christmas cheer in the post show photos.
In a very relaxed but chockers show...
Season 39 Episode 43
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, 22 November 2025.
The World Football Team are Murray Stevens and Penny Tanner.
The guest list for this week is:
Robbie Thomson, A-Leagues commentator for Paramount, channel 10 & host of the popular A-League Off Air Podcast. We chat to Robbie about the Socceroos recent friendlies & cast our eyes towards the A-Leagues.
Gareth Morgan, Perth Glory media manager. We discuss the latest Perth Glory news and preview the Men's and Women's fixtures this weekend.
Lachie Avil, Founder, writer & host of Round Ball Australia...
Season 39 Episode 42
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday November 15, 2025.
The World Football Team this Saturday is Hugh Best and Penny Tanner.
The guest list for this Saturday is -
Sam Riachi, President Soccer South West. There’s moves to bring the whole of South West football under the one banner. Sam explores the challenges with the journey and where football in the South West sits in the Western Australian landscape.
Hayley Roach. The Lost Lioness talks football from afar. WSL, Matildas abroad and Champions League highlights. Maybe some comments on...
Season 39 Episode 41
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, 8 November 2025.
The World Football Team are Murray Stevens and Jim Webb.
The guest list for this Saturday is:
Teo Pellizzeri, A-Leagues commentator for Paramount & Channel 10. We chat to Teo about the Men's and Women's A-Leagues campaigns.
Tommy Doleman, A-Leagues commentator for SportFM & Football West football. We discuss the latest Perth Glory news and analysis of Friday night's games.
Rocco Maio, Bayswater City. Fresh off the plane we chat to Rocco about Bayswater's stunning run in the Australian Championship and...
Season 39 Episode 40
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday November 1, 2025.
The World Football Team this Saturday is Penny Tanner and Peter Szkiela.
The guest list for this Saturday is -
The Farrell Family, Futsal WA and Sorrento FC. It’s trial city amongst NPLW and First Division clubs alike across Perth at present as coaches vie for the best players to build their foundations for 2026. A lot of players combine small-sided football in the Futsal WA competitions with 11 a side for skill development and fitness.
Wayne Nurse, Regional Referee. Wayne is...
Season 39 Episode 39
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, October 25.
The World Football Team are Murray Stevens and Phil Kelly.
The guest list for Saturday is:
Anthony Radich, Perth Glory CEO. We chat to Anthony about the start of the Men's and Women's A-Leagues campaigns and put your listeners questions to air.
Neil Bennett, A-Leagues writer for the full 90 & women's football expert. We discuss the latest A-Leagues news and preview the rapidly approaching season.
Blayne Treadgold, The Far Post Perth. We chat to Blayne about men's A-Leagues news...
Season 39 Episode 38
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, 18 October 2025.
The World Football Team this Saturday is Sean Kelly and Peter Szkiela.
The guest list for this Saturday is-
Richard Paveley, AWFA. Richard talks to us about the Walking game in WA, Asia, and the World.
Kim Hawkins, PGFRG Chair. Deputy chair FSSA. With the Glory season starting this weekend, what is in store for the fans?
Ethan Rigg, Sports Journalist. Ethan joins us to talk about the Australian Championship, and the World cup qualifiers
Rocco...
Season 39 Episode 37
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday October 11, 2025.
The World Football Team this Saturday is Penny Tanner and Jim Webb.
The guest list for this Saturday is -
Grace Gill, Network 10 and Paramount Match Commentator. The A-League kicks off later this month, and Sam is back for the upcoming Matildas Match in the October International window. Which Australian players are making news globally?
Selina Kiddle, Geraldton Junior Soccer Association President. Country Week wrap and growth in the Geraldton region.
Football West awards are underway. Jim and...
Season 39 Episode 36
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, October 4, 2025.
The World Football Team are Murray Stevens and Peter Szkiela.
The guest list for Saturday is:
Kelechi Osunwa, The Perth Football Podcast Host & producer to discuss all the latest news across West Australian Football & review our tips from preseason.
Robbie Thompson, A-Leagues commentator for Ch10 and Paramount +. We discuss the latest A-Leagues news and preview the rapidly approaching season.
Blayne Treadgold, The Far Post Perth. We chat to Blayne about men's and women's A-Leagues news & the Australian Championship.<...
Season 39 Episode 35
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday September 27, 2025.
The World Football Team this Saturday is Sean and Phil Kelly.
The guest list for this Saturday is-
Greg Farrell, Futsal WA, Station sponsor. We talk to Greg about latest from planet Futsal where every day is a perfect day for futsal.
Patrick Clancy, President, Football Supporters Association Australia. With a brief to provide a voice and representation for supporters Patrick leads a team of dedicated volunteers, we will ask "are we being heard?".
Connor Rae, Ashfield Sports...
Season 39 Episode 34
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, September 20th 2025 from 10AM
The World Football Team are Murray Stevens and Peter Skiela.
The guest list for this week is:
Prefaced by the usual introductory preamble and local and world football news summarised for your weekend football conversations!
Kelechi Osunwa, The Perth Football Podcast Host & producer to discuss all the latest news across Australian Football & preview the current round off play off promotion & relegation matches
Chris Brady, Kingsley Westside President. We chat to Chris about Kingsley Westside's season 2025...
Season 39 Episode 33
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, September 13, 2025.
Strap in and brace yourselves, because your presenters this week are Hugh Best and Peter Szkiela.
The guest list for Saturday, September 13th, is:
Kelechie Osunwa with the Cup Finals and everything still going on in the local leagues.
Hayley Roach - Hayley will be giving us an EFL and WSL preview/review. Expect Rotherham United FC to be mentioned way more often than you'd expect in a West Australian show.
Molly Appleton - Molly will be sharing...
Season 39 Episode 32
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, September 6, 2025.
The World Football Team are Murray Stevens and Jim Webb.
The guest list for Saturday, September 6th, are:
Prefaced by the usual introductory preamble and local and world football news summarised for your weekend football conversations!
Ethan Rigg, NPL Victoria commentator. We discuss the Various NPL finals taking place around the country this weekend.
Kelechi Osunwa, The Perth Football Podcast Host & producer to discuss all the latest news across Australian Football & preview the current round of NPLM & NPLW.<...
Season 39 Episode 31
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday August 30, 2025.
The World Football Team this Saturday is Penny Tanner and Dave Kindness.
The guest list for this Saturday is:
Tommy Doleman, Football West match reporter. Tommy previews the finals at Sam Kerr SFC with a wrap of any other local news if there’s time before his match call at 10.30!
Jason Marocchi, President Perth SC. What has been the clubs key to building a successful 2025 NPLW campaign, how will plans for the club redevelopment effect upcoming seasons.
Neil Be...
Season 39 Episode 30
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, August 23, 2025.
The World Football Team are Peter Szkiela and Murray Stevens.
The guest list for Saturday, August 23, is:
Matt Sparrow, Head Coach of Bayswater City Football Club. Matt joins us after securing the league last round. It's time for celebration at Bayswater winning the league & celebrating 10 years of long serving club legend Jason Mirco.
Robbie Thompson, A-League commentator to discuss all the latest news within Australian Football & Western United A-League licence appeal.
Kelechi Osunwa, The Perth Football Podcast Host...
Season 39 Episode 29
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday August 16, 2025.
The World Football Team this Saturday is Penny Tanner and Dave Kindness.
The guest list for this Saturday is:
Mo Syafiq, Football West Club Development Lead. What’s happening in the Football West space travelling through a very busy period of weather, events and programmes and moving into finals and league contentions. Dave chips in with local matches of the round, who’s already in pole position for championship titles and who’s battling in the relegation zone.
Kayla O’Connor...
Season 39 Episode 28
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday August 9th 2025.
The World Football Team this Saturday are Sean and Philip Kelly.
The guest list for Saturday August 9 is:
Mhairi Flay, Walkeroo. Mhairi was one of several West Australians who represented Australia in the Walking Football World cup in Malmo, Sweden, how did they fare?
Tony Campbell, State Schoolboys Coach. We spoke to Tony a while ago as his team prepared for the National Championships, we catch up with Tony for an update.
Kim Hawkins, Chair - Perth...
Season 39 Episode 27
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday August 2, 2025.
The World Football studio Team this week for season 39 are Hugh Best & Murray Stevens.
We are the longest running soccer radio show in Australia!
The guest list for Saturday August 2 is:
Tommy Doleman - The TD chats all things Local Football.
Hayley Roach - Will explain how the worst team in competition's history will walk away with the title.
Steve Nelkovski - The Green Machine is the Greatest Team from WA ever?
Ben Gilby...
Season 39 Episode 26
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday July 26, 2025.
The World Football Team are Murray Stevens and Peter Szkiela.
The guest list for Saturday July 26 is:
Robbie Thompson, A-League commentator to discuss all the latest news within Australian Football.
Fraser Marr, Rockingham City President. We chat to Fraser to preview Rockingham's 50th anniversary celebrations.
Kelechi Osunwa, The Perth Football Podcast Host & producer to discuss all the latest news across Australian Football & preview the current round of NPLM & NPLW.
Luke Pavlos, Stirling Macedonia President. Stirling Macedonia...
Season 39 Episode 25
The World Football Programme, is live on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle this Saturday July 19, 2025.
The World Football Team this week for season 39 is Penny Tanner, Peter Szkiela and Dave Kindness. We are the longest running soccer radio show in Australia!
The guest list for this Saturday is:
Louis Prospero, Football Hall of Fame Western Australia Chair, talks about the importance of recognising members of the community and upcoming events.
Ario Susanto, Chair of the Arek JATIM (East Javanese) community in WA. Ario joins us to share conversations on Indonesian football, the Persebeya...
Season 39 Episode 24
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday July 12, 2025.
We are the longest running soccer radio show in Australia!
Hugh Best is flying solo for this week.
The guest list for this Saturday is:
Tommy Doleman. The TD of the Perth Football Podcast regularly joins the team for his insight and opinions on the WA local scene!
Hayley Roach. The Lost Lioness will run us through the 2025 UEFA Women’s European Nations Championship and maybe gives us an ABBA story that ties in with those games!
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Season 39 Episode 23
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday July 5, 2025.
The World Football Team this week are Sean Kelly and Peter Szkelia.
The guest list for this week is:
David Winkless, PGSC president. When he is not leading the PG shed, Dave can be found cheering on the Gold and green for both men and women, this weekend we catch up with him in Bunbury as he follows the Matildas.
Sara King, Former Matilda. We join Sarah in Bunbury at the "Girls day out" one like no other with the "...
Season 39 Episode 22
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, June 28th, 2025.
The World Football Team are Penny Tanner Hoath, Dave Kindness and Murray Stevens.
The guest list for this week is:
Blayne Treadgold, The Far Post Perth Host & producer. We discuss all the latest news across Australian Football. Cover the latest player signings at Perth Glory & the current round of NPLM & NPLW.
Luke Pavlos, Stirling Macedonia President. Stirling Macedonia have reached the final of the state cup and have been drawn in the round of 32 to face Avondale. We check...
Season 39 Episode 21
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday June 21, 2025.
The World Football Team this week for season 39 is Hugh Best, Peter Szkiela and Jim Webb.
We are the longest running soccer radio show in Australia!
The guest list for this Saturday is:
Josh Chiat from the Perth Football Podcast
Hayley Roach, The Lost Lioness
Matt Webb, Volunteer Commercial and Marketing Director for the Marshall Islands Soccer Federation
Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on...
Season 39 Episode 20
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday June 14, 2025.
The World Football Team this week for season 39 is Sean Kelly, Peter Szkiela and Penny Tanner. We are the longest running soccer radio show in Australia!
The guest list for this Saturday is:
Shannon Bennison, Head Coach Swan United. It's all changed at Swan and the new coach joins us to tell us a bit about himself and his ambition for Swan and beyond.
Ann Odong, PR Manager, Matildas. After 8 years with the Tillies, Ann is moving on, we will...
Season 39 Episode 19
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday June 7, 2025.
The World Football Team this week for season 39 is Penny Tanner and Dave Kindness. We are the longest running soccer radio show in Australia!
The guest list for this Saturday is:
Alexandra Lyons, UWA-Nedlands FC President. UWA recently celebrated 50 years of women’s football teams at the club. There’s some very significant names and events in the club history. Not the least is the appointment of a female President of one of the largest clubs in Western Australia.
Simon Hill...
Season 39 Episode 18
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday May 31, 2025.
The World Football Team this week for season 39 is Sean Kelly and Murray Stephens. We are the longest running soccer radio show in Australia!
The guest list for this Saturday is:
Greg Farrell, Futsal WA. Always in tune with all things Futsal we catch up with Greg. We will also talk about the NPLW and Matildas series coming to WA.
Tracey Wheeler, Matildas Alumni and one of the best goalkeepers ever to represent Australia. Tracey joins us from Melbourne for...
Season 39 Episode 17
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday May 24th, 2025 from 10AM
The World Football Team this week are Penny Tanner Hoath, Peter Szkiela and Murray Stevens.
The guest list for this week are:
Blayne Treadgold, The Far Post Perth Host & Producer. We to discuss all the latest news across Australian Football. We review the A-League Women’s Grand Final and preview the upcoming A-League Men’s finals and current round of NPLM & NPLW.
Dean Zlendic, President of Western Knights. Western Knights rejoined the top tier of WA football last...
Season 39 Episode 16
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday May 17, 2025.
The World Football Team this week for season 39 is Sean and Phil Kelly. We are the longest running soccer radio show in Australia!
The guest list for this Saturday is:
Paul Lowthorpe, Association of Walking Football WA. Not resting on their laurels AWFA are embarking on another first for Australian walking football with their latest venture.
Anthony Radich, Perth Glory CEO. Last week saw the Glory close out their season with the Most Glorious Players awards night. This week they...
Season 39 Episode 15
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday May 10, 2025.
The World Football Team this week for season 39 is Hugh Best and Jim Webb. We are the longest running soccer radio show in Australia!
The guest list for this Saturday is:
Tommy Doleman, local Perth match commentator, with his usual TD style of “what’s up” with the local scene!
Hayley Roach, The Lost Lioness, with Arsenal, Arsenal, Arsenal, Rotherham didn’t get relegated again?
Dave Winkless, Perth Glory Shed Supporters Club President, with his “on location” report from New Zea...
Season 39 Episode 14
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday May 3, 2025.
The World Football Team this week for season 39 is Penny Tanner Hoath and Dave Kindness. We are the longest running soccer radio show in Australia!
The guest list for this week is:
Jamie Harnwell, CEO Football West. Summary, growth and status of WA football in the last 12 months, Company and Life Member Meeting, upcoming AGM.
Kelechi Osunwa, Perth Football Podcast. Wrap of local NPL and State League men’s and women’s competitions and news.
Teo Pellizzeri, Channel Ten...
Season 39 Episode 13
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday April 26, 2025.
The World Football Team this week for season 39 is Penny Tanner Hoath and Jim Webb. We are the longest running soccer radio show in Australia!
The guest list this week is:
Melanie Loreto, Female Football Director, Mandurah City Football Club. All-round club person, Melanie, joins us to chat Mandurah and Peel football with our own Jim Webb, Compliance and Operations Club Manager.
Miranda Templeman, Perth Glory goalkeeper. We reflect on the Glory Men and Women’s seasons in this section, pl...
Season 39 Episode 12
The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday April 19, 2025.
The World Football studio Team this week for season 39 are Hugh Best and Murray Stevens, one who knows the gig and the trainee! We are the longest running soccer radio show in Australia!
The guest list for this week is:
Keleche Osunwas from The Perth Football Podcast. Chatting all things in the local football scene.
Hayley Roach, The Lost Lionesses. Talking about anything she wants too!
Matt Stacey, Perth Glory Superfan. Time to chat about the Glory!
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