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Darts For Kids
Darren Rees
This show is sponsored by www.target-darts.co.uk
Darts for Kids is the podcast that dives into the history of the game, the stories of the players, and the magic of the darts atmosphere. Hosted by Darren Rees, it’s the place where kids and families can discover the fun, excitement, and legends of darts made especially for young fans and their families.
- 21 episodes
- weekly
- Avg 13 min
- English
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- DFAugust 22 · 11 min
🎯⭐ WESSEL NIJMAN: THE DUTCH DARTS WONDERKID! | PART 1
This show is only possible thanks to the support from www.target-darts.co.uk Meet Wessel Nijman, one of the most exciting young stars in world darts! 🇳🇱🎯 From winning international medals as a teenager to battling his way onto the PDC Tour, Wessel’s journey has included huge highs, difficult moments and one astonishing comeback. Across two episodes, discover how the Dutch star went from youth champion to senior title winner before going on an incredible trophy-winning rampage in 2026! 🏆🔥 Packed with 180s, amazing stats, massive wins, laughs and inspiration, this is the incredible story of Wessel Nijman! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFAugust 15 · 12 min
RYAN SEARLE PART 2 OF 2: HEAVY METAL, NINE-DARTERS AND WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP MADNESS 🎯🤘🔥
This show only exists thanks to the amazing support of www.target-darts.co.uk <- In the final part of Ryan Searle’s incredible story, we follow Heavy Metal as he becomes one of the most dangerous players in world darts. Discover how Ryan battled through the effects of a rare inherited eye condition, reached his first major televised final and produced a breathtaking nine-darter at the Grand Slam of Darts. We relive painful defeats, magnificent comebacks and a remarkable run of Players Championship titles before travelling to Alexandra Palace for the greatest World Championship campaign of his career. Ryan defeats Martin Schindler, James Hurrell and Jonny Clayton before facing defending champion Luke Littler in a huge semi-final. Along the way, he lands a spectacular 170 checkout and proves that he belongs among darts’ elite. From cleaning windows in Devon to becoming a genuine world-title contender, this concluding episode is a powerful story of courage, individuality and refusing to let life’s obstacles decide how far you can go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFAugust 8 · 14 min
PART 1 | : RYAN SEARLE: FROM WINDOW CLEANER TO HEAVY METAL DARTS STAR 🎯🤘🔥
This podcast is only possible thanks to the amazing support of our sponsor.: www.target-darts.co.uk <- In Part One of the incredible Ryan Searle story, discover how a boy from the quiet countryside of Devon became one of the most recognisable stars in professional darts. Ryan grew up playing football, rugby and skateboarding while secretly struggling with a rare inherited eye condition that left his vision badly blurred. He later worked as a window cleaner, threw enormous 32-gram darts and developed a love of heavy metal music that helped create his perfect nickname: Heavy Metal. We follow Ryan from his first bedroom dartboard into local pub leagues, through one of the strangest refereeing mistakes in darts history and onto the gruelling PDC Challenge Tour. Then comes his breakthrough at Alexandra Palace, enormous battles with Gary Anderson and Michael Smith, and the unforgettable night he defeated world number one Michael van Gerwen to claim his first senior PDC ranking title. This is a story about courage, risk, resilience and trusting your throw, even when you cannot clearly see where the dart has landed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFAugust 1 · 18 min
LUKE LITTLER’S RECORD-BREAKING BLACKPOOL ADVENTURE! 🎯🌟🏆
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk ----------------------- Join Darren for the incredible story of Luke Littler (LOOK LIT-luh) at the World Matchplay in Blackpool. Discover how the teenage darts superstar survived enormous comebacks, produced sensational nine-dart finishes and defeated stars including James Wade, Nathan Aspinall, Josh Rock and Gerwyn Price. We follow Luke’s journey from winning his first World Matchplay title in 2025 to returning one year later and producing one of the greatest tournament performances darts has ever seen. You will hear about his record-breaking averages, an astonishing 130 scores of 180 across two tournaments and the moment he joined one of the most exclusive clubs in professional darts. Expect pirates, spaceships, magic beans and a treble 20 desperately requesting a holiday! 🎯🏆 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFJuly 25 · 12 min
🐍 PETER “SNAKEBITE” WRIGHT: THE BOY WHO BECAME A TWO-TIME WORLD CHAMPION! 🎯🏆 | PART 2 OF 2
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk ---------- The extraordinary story of Peter “Snakebite” Wright continues! After years of difficult jobs, painful defeats and enormous near-misses, Peter finally becomes a major champion. But the biggest prize of all is still waiting: the PDC World Championship trophy. Hear how the colourful darts superstar defeated Michael van Gerwen at Alexandra Palace to become world champion just before his 50th birthday. Discover how life at Snakebite Farm, a flock of chickens and plenty of practice helped Peter return to the top and win a second world crown. There are rainbow mohawks, dramatic doubles, a Pot Noodle celebration and one of the greatest comebacks in darts history. Most importantly, Peter’s story teaches us that dreams do not disappear when life becomes difficult. Sometimes, you simply have to step back to the oche, believe in yourself and throw again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFJuly 18 · 10 min
🐍 PETER ‘SNAKEBITE’ WRIGHT: FROM THROWING AT TREES TO THE WORLD FINAL! 🎯 | PART 1
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk ---------- Discover the incredible true story of darts superstar Peter “Snakebite” Wright! 🎯🐍 In Part 1, we travel from Peter’s childhood in Scotland, where he practised by throwing darts at a tree, all the way to the PDC World Darts Championship final at Alexandra Palace. Along the way, Peter walks away from professional darts, works tough jobs and watches his dream begin to disappear. Then, one extraordinary knock at the door changes everything. With the support of his wife Jo, Peter returns to darts, creates his colourful mohawk and famous “war paint”, and transforms himself into the unforgettable Snakebite. It is a brilliant story about confidence, perseverance and why a dream is never truly gone. 🏆 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFJuly 11 · 13 min
🎯 THE WORLD MATCHPLAY! BLACKPOOL MAGIC, NINE-DARTERS & LUKE LITTLER 🔥
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk ------------------ Get ready for one of the biggest, loudest and most spectacular tournaments in the world of darts: the World Matchplay! In this episode of Darts for Kids, Darren takes you inside Blackpool’s magnificent Winter Gardens, where the greatest players on the planet battle beneath the chandeliers of the famous Empress Ballroom. Discover how players qualify, why matches must usually be won by two clear legs, and what makes the pressure of the World Matchplay so brutal. We explore Phil Taylor’s incredible domination, Luke Littler’s astonishing 2025 comeback, the tournament’s rare nine-darters and the champions who have written their names into Blackpool history. There are legends, sudden-death legs, flying tungsten and enough nervous double attempts to make your knees wobble. Beautiful. Brutal. Bonkers. This is the incredible story of the World Matchplay, powered by Target Darts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFJuly 4 · 14 min
🎯 🐄 🏆 FROM BROKEN BONES TO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS! MICHAEL 'BULLY BOY' SMITH 🎯🦴 😎 (PART 2 OF 2)
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk ------------------ In Part 2 of our Michael Smith story, Darts For Kids follows Bully Boy from heartbreaking finals and painful near-misses to the very top of world darts. We look at Michael Smith’s family life, his long wait for a major PDC title, his brilliant Grand Slam of Darts victory in 2022, and the unforgettable 2023 PDC World Darts Championship final against Michael van Gerwen at Alexandra Palace. Yes, this episode includes THAT incredible nine-darter in a World Championship final. We also explore Michael Smith becoming world number one, winning the World Cup of Darts for England with Luke Humphries, and his brave battle with injuries, arthritis and pain as he tries to climb back up the darting mountain. A fun, inspiring darts podcast episode for kids, families, young players and anyone who loves the story of Michael “Bully Boy” Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFJune 27 · 14 min
🎯 🐄 🏆 FROM BROKEN BONES TO BULLSEYES! MICHAEL 'BULLY BOY' SMITH 🎯🦴 😎 (PART 1 OF 2)
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk In this episode of Darts For Kids, we tell the amazing true story of Michael Smith, also known as Bully Boy. From growing up in St Helens to falling off his bike, breaking his hip, losing rugby league, and discovering darts while on crutches, this is the start of one of the most exciting journeys in modern darts. Kids will learn how Michael Smith battled setbacks, broke both wrists, missed a joinery exam, faced legends like Phil Taylor, won his first big PDC titles, and became one of the fastest, most fearless players in the sport. A funny, inspiring, screen-free darts story for children and families who love sport, resilience, big dreams, and brilliant comebacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFJune 20 · 12 min
CHARLIE MANBY: THE INCREDIBLE STORY OF CHAMPAGNE CHARLIE 🎯🍾✨
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk Discover the incredible darts story of Charlie Manby, better known as Champagne Charlie. 🎯🍾 In this special Darts For Kids episode, we travel to the West Yorkshire village of Flockton and meet a young player with enormous talent, a brilliant nickname and a walk-on song made for the biggest stages. Charlie first picked up a set of darts at Flockton Working Men’s Club. By day, he trained as a bricklayer. By night, he practised at the dartboard and built his game one treble, double and bullseye at a time. We follow his journey from junior tournaments and European youth success to a sensational 130.70 average on the PDC Development Tour. Then came Alexandra Palace. Walk-on music booming. Fancy-dress crowds roaring. Three brilliant victories on his World Championship debut. From building-site graft to Ally Pally glory, this is the remarkable rise of Champagne Charlie. 🎯🧱🏆 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFJune 13 · 15 min
DARYL GURNEY’S DARTS STORY: FROM NI TO WORLD CUP CHAMPION 🎯🇬🇧✨
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk Discover the incredible darts story of Daryl Gurney, better known as Superchin. 🎯🔥 In this special Darts For Kids episode, we follow Daryl from his early days practising in Derry to the biggest stages in the sport. We discover how he earned his brilliant nickname, why thousands of fans sing Sweet Caroline during his walk-on and how years of determination helped him become a major champion. Relive his dramatic World Grand Prix victory against Simon Whitlock, his brilliant bullseye finish to defeat Michael van Gerwen and the unforgettable moment he joined forces with Josh Rock to help Northern Ireland win the World Cup of Darts for the first time. This is a story about practice, patience and refusing to give up. Throw by throw. Setback by setback. Thud. Thud. Thud. Because sometimes, the boy quietly practising at the dartboard grows up to become a champion. 🎯🏆✨ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFJune 6 · 11 min
🎯 5 OF THE BIGGEST DARTS CHARACTERS EVER! (PART 2) 👑🔥
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk *PART 2* In this Darts For Kids episode, we meet five of the biggest characters in darts history. From Bobby George, the King of Bling, to Eric Bristow, Jocky Wilson, Phil Taylor and Wayne Mardle, this is the story of the players who made darts funny, colourful, dramatic and unforgettable. Part 2 OF 2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFJune 6 · 15 min
💥 ⚡️ 🎯 PHIL 'THE POWER' TAYLOR 🎯 ⚡️ 💥 (PART 2)
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk The G.O.A.T of Darts: Phil 'The Power' Taylor Part 2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFJune 6 · 14 min
💥 ⚡️ 🎯 PHIL 'THE POWER' TAYLOR 🎯 ⚡️ 💥 (PART 1)
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk The G.O.A.T of Darts: Phil 'The Power' Taylor Part 1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFJune 2 · 13 min
🥶 🎯 LUKE “COOL HAND” HUMPHRIES 🎯 🥶
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk Meet Luke “Cool Hand” Humphries, the darts superstar who proves that staying calm can be your greatest superpower. In this exciting episode we follow Luke’s journey from fixing roofs in Berkshire to lifting world titles on the biggest stages in darts. You will hear how he started playing in local leagues, practised every single day and learned to control his nerves when the lights were brightest. Luke once struggled with confidence and anxiety but he turned those feelings into strength and focus, showing millions of fans that bravery comes from within. Discover how Cool Hand became World Champion, World Matchplay winner and Premier League champion, all by keeping his cool when it mattered most. This story will inspire every young player to stay calm, aim straight and believe that cool heads really can change the game. 🎯❄️✨ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFMay 30 · 9 min
🎯 5 OF THE BIGGEST DARTS CHARACTERS EVER! (PART 1) 👑🔥
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk In this Darts For Kids episode, we meet five of the biggest characters in darts history. From Bobby George, the King of Bling, to Eric Bristow, Jocky Wilson, Phil Taylor and Wayne Mardle, this is the story of the players who made darts funny, colourful, dramatic and unforgettable. Part 1 of 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFMay 23 · 15 min
PDC WORLD CUP OF DARTS! COUNTRIES, CHAOS AND DOUBLE TROUBLE 🌍🎯
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk PDC World Cup of Darts 2026, Luke Littler, England, Frankfurt and 40 nations chasing glory. This fun Darts For Kids episode explains the team format, doubles drama, prize money, big countries, underdogs and why one tiny dart can make a whole nation explode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFMay 16 · 15 min
🎯🔥 THE INCREDIBLE STORY OF THE PREMIER LEAGUE OF DARTS! 🤯🏆
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk What happens when giant crowds, fancy dress costumes, flashing lights and the world’s greatest darts players all crash together in one unbelievable tournament? 🎯🔥 In this action-packed Darts For Kids episode, Darren Rees takes children and families inside the incredible story of the Premier League of Darts. From noisy pubs to sold-out arenas, discover how legends like Phil Taylor, Michael van Gerwen and Luke Littler helped turn darts into one of the loudest and fastest-growing sports on Earth. Perfect for sports-mad kids and families looking for fun, inspiring and screen-free listening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- DFMay 9 · 10 min
⚡ WORLD CHAMPION SHOCKER! HOW ROB CROSS CONQUERED THE WORLD (PART 2) 🏆🔥
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk In Part 2, Rob Cross goes from electrician to elite, winning multiple titles in his debut season and taking on the very best in the world. Then comes the moment that changed darts forever… The 2018 PDC World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace. Match darts survived. Giants defeated. And a final against the legendary Phil Taylor in his last ever match. What happened next? Pure sporting magic. Relive one of the greatest runs in darts history, plus the titles, triumphs, and legacy that followed. This is a story about courage, belief, and proving that no dream is too far away. Because sometimes… you don’t follow the script. You rip it up… and write your own. ⚡ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices