Rule The Roost - A Tottenham Hotspur Podcast
Rule the Roost is a Tottenham Hotspur podcast hosted by Jack Hussey. It features match discussions, transfer talk, and Q&A episodes, blending football analysis with pop-culture references. The podcast releases content every Monday, Thursday, and after matches.
Episodes
TONALI BOMBA... FERNANDES BOMBA... Spurs aren't stopping!
David Ornstein has dropped the bomba this evening that Spurs are spending around the £100m mark for Sandro Tonali from Newcastle... THEY SHOULD HAVE RELEGATED US!! Finally, we're acting like a big club... unreal times!!
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From Crisis to Brighter Days with Alasdair Gold: De Zerbi's Rebuild, Fernandes, Tonali & Life on the Spurs Beat
Jack is joined by football.london’s Alasdair Gold to escape the sweltering UK heatwave and take a welcome step back from the frantic transfer window. In a relaxed, wide-ranging discussion, we explore Alasdair's personal journey on the Tottenham beat, looking at what it really takes to cover the club through recent turbulent seasons and finding reasons to look forward to brighter days ahead.
We ch
Will Lankshear Stays? | The Harry Kane Media Narrative, Mateus Fernandes Danger & Alex Scott (feat. Ricky)
Jack is joined by Ricky from Lads Anon and The Fighting Cock to digest the latest Tottenham Hotspur transfer news and international talking points. We kick things off with some England World Cup chatter, focusing on the frustrating media fallacy that Harry Kane is only now being recognised as a truly great player because he left Spurs, completely ignoring the world-class levels he consistently hit
WORLD CUP DIGEST: Cape Verde’s Glamour Tie, USA’s Reality Check & Dutch Dark Horses?
On today's 15-minute briefing:
The Pepe Mystery: Côte d'Ivoire secure a 2-0 win over Curaçao, lit up by a couple of absolute belters from Nicolas Pépé. Watching him strike them makes me wonder all over again: why on earth was he so poor during his time at Arsenal?
Germany Stunned: Ecuador confirm their place in the Round of 32 with a thoroughly impressive 2-1 victory over Germany. This
Are Spurs Acting Differently? | Van Hecke's World Cup Records & The Tonali Transfer Saga
Phil and Jack brave the sweltering UK heatwave to bring you a comprehensive update on all things Tottenham Hotspur. We kick off by reflecting on England's stuttering World Cup campaign before diving into Jan Paul van Hecke's outrageous, record-breaking performance for the Netherlands. After smashing tournament statistics for touches and passes, did Spurs pull off a masterstroke by paying a premium
WORLD CUP DIGEST: Ronaldo Answers the Critics, Mexico’s Home Advantage Warning & South Africa History
On today's 15-minute briefing:
Hate Watchers in Disarray: Portugal completely dismantle Uzbekistan 5-0. The big talking point? Cristiano Ronaldo finally gets himself on the scoresheet, leaving the hate watchers in absolute disarray.
England Frustrated by Ghana: A tricky, frustrating goalless draw for England as Ghana dug incredibly deep to earn a well-deserved point. It leaves me with o
WORLD CUP DIGEST: Messi the GOAT, Rain Delays & Cape Verde's Dream
On today's 15-minute briefing:
Spain Kick Into Gear: Spain are finally looking the part against Saudi Arabia. Dani Olmo is just such a wonderful player, and with Lamine Yamal in the side, they can probably pose a massive problem to absolutely anyone.
Belgium Underwhelm: Belgium underwhelm yet again, but I have to give a massive shout out to Iran, who dug deep to pick up a huge point.
Bergvall's Bombshell & Fixture-List Defiance | Stand-up Aidan Jones on his Spurs Survival Viral Video
Jack is joined by touring stand-up comedian and Spurs fan Aidan Jones to talk all things Spurs and stand-up. We kick things off by talking to Aidan about his viral video where he stopped a live gig to celebrate Spurs surviving relegation, before diving into how his critically acclaimed show Chopin's Nocturne blends classical piano with raw comedy, and how an Aussie in London ended up adopting the
WORLD CUP DIGEST: USA March On, Brazil Bounce Back & The End of the Road for Turkey
On today's 15-minute briefing:
Pochettino's Magic: The battle of the jocks saw the USA come out on top against Australia. Mauricio Pochettino simply continues to work his magic, and the hosts are looking seriously impressive.
Scottish Heartbreak: A really difficult one to swallow for the Scots against Morocco. Looking back at the crucial moments, I have to ask: should they have had at l
WORLD CUP DIGEST: Is It Finally England's Year? Plus: Qatar Chaos & Ronaldo Off The Pace
On today's 15-minute briefing:
Ronaldo Holding Portugal Back: A brilliant result for DR Congo, and a massive well done to Yoane Wissa. But the main talking point has to be Cristiano Ronaldo—he is looking way off the pace right now and genuinely seems to be holding this Portuguese side back.
Hope for the Three Lions: England getting it done against Croatia. It begs the question: are thin
Kane Puts Croatia to the Sword | Vuskovic's Reality Check, Levy, Van Hecke and Tottenham's pants
Jack is joined by Conor Mummery where the lads kick things off by checking in on England’s World Cup campaign, celebrating Harry Kane reaching 10 tournament goals as he puts Croatia to the sword, and reflecting on his legendary status. Attention then turns to young defender Luka Vuskovic’s recent performance, evaluating reports of friction between the youngster and Roberto De Zerbi, who reportedly
WORLD CUP DIGEST: The Messi Show Begins, Mbappe or Olise & Vozinho's Exploding Insta
On today's 15-minute briefing:
Messi Makes History: The main event. Lionel Messi just does it again. He bagged a sensational hat-trick against Algeria and actually looks fitter now than he did during the 2022 run, even if he probably should have been sent off. He is now the joint-record World Cup goalscorer alongside Miroslav Klose with 16 goals. Can Argentina retain the trophy?
Mbappe
De Zerbi Backed: The Tonali Links & The Vuskovic Dilemma | Pedro Porro's New Deal & Pape Matar Sarr to Brentford? (feat. Baker)
Jack is joined by Baker from the Above Average FPL podcast to break down a fascinating week of Tottenham transfer strategy as the summer rebuild begins to take shape. The lads dive straight into the sensational links bringing Sandro Tonali to N17, evaluating how his technical profile perfectly aligns with Roberto De Zerbi's tactical vision. We also look at the massive optics of the deal—after a gr
WORLD CUP DIGEST: Ordinary Brazil, Aussie Joy & Water Break Drama
An Ordinary Brazil: Morocco proved they are a genuinely good side, but Brazil looked decidedly ordinary. I take a moment to reflect on the legendary Brazilian teams of years gone by and ask where the magic has gone.
Scottish Pride: Well done to Scotland on getting the job done! I loved the brilliant rendition of Flower of Scotland, which really shines a light on our rather dreary English ant
WORLD CUP DIGEST: Poch's USA Balling Out, Sonny's Struggles & Brazil Nostalgia
Welcome to the very first episode of the Rule the Roost World Cup Digest - your 15 minute morning wrap-up of the biggest talking points from across the tournament.
On today's 15-minute briefing:
Opening Day Reflections: Lovely opening ceremony—unapologetically LATAM and a massive spectacle to get us underway. It is just a shame the referee didn’t get the carnival brief, marring the Mexico vs
Rebuilding Tottenham Hotspur | Paul O'Keefe on Striker Gossip, Outgoings & De Zerbi's Power (Q&A)
Jack is joined by club insider Paul O'Keefe for a massive Thursday Q&A, kicking things off by looking ahead to the 2026 World Cup and asking if tournament fever has finally managed to wash away the exhaustion of the domestic campaign. With the dust settling on Tottenham Hotspur miraculously staying up, Paul shares his honest reflections on surviving the drop and what the mood is really like behind
Crypto Bro Takeover Rumours & Robertson Confirmed | Micky’s Van Hecke Tap-In & Harry Wilson Debate
Jack is joined by friend of the show Tom Hayward to unpack a surprisingly busy start to the week of Tottenham news that spans from boardroom takeover rumours to various movements in the transfer window. The lads dive straight into the madness surrounding Matt Law's latest report on a potential "crypto bro" takeover at Spurs, debating what this ownership model could mean for the future of the club
Arsenal Relief & Summer Rebuild | The Van Hecke Bid, Senesi, Robertson & The Alex Scott Dilemma (feat. Jon Bass)
With the domestic season officially at an end, Jack is joined by Jon Bass to celebrate a massive weekend of collective relief across North London following Arsenal’s defeat in the Champions League final. Drawing a definitive line under a chaotic campaign, the lads look ahead to a pivotal summer under Roberto De Zerbi. We dive straight into the breaking transfer news that dropped this morning regar
Tottenham's 40% Sponsorship Valuation Drop | Unpacking The Sponsor's 2026 Premier League Fair Market Value Index with Sean Connell
With Premier League survival officially secured, Jack sits down with Sean Connell, Editor of The Sponsor, to digest the sobering commercial reality facing the club hierarchy. Unpacking the data from the newly released Premier League Fair Market Sponsorship Values 2026 report, the pair discuss the massive 40% collapse in Tottenham’s front-of-shirt sponsorship value, which has dropped to £29.8m foll
The Spurs Squad Audit | Keep, Loan or Bin? Backing Roberto De Zerbi (feat. Baker)
With the season finally behind us, Jack is joined by Baker from the Above Average FPL podcast for a comprehensive, no-holds-barred Tottenham Hotspur squad audit. Following the sheer relief of surviving a second consecutive 17th-place finish, the lads take the opportunity to ruthlessly analyse exactly where the club has gone wrong over the past couple of years. Going player-by-player through the Pr
Spurs Survive & The Rebuild Begins | De Zerbi's South Stand Moment, Vinai Venkatesham's Interview & Transfers (Q&A)
Jack is joined by Gavin for the Thursday Q&A, and the atmosphere is noticeably lighter now that Tottenham Hotspur have officially stayed up and this gruelling season is finally over. The pair kick things off by reacting to the incredible footage of Roberto De Zerbi looking towards the South Stand in full voice after Premier League survival was confirmed. We discuss the genuine glimmer in the manag
Spurs Stay Up! | Charrington's Letter, De Zerbi's Impact & Tottenham's Future with Jack Pitt-Brooke
Jack is joined by The Athletic's Jack Pitt-Brooke for a monumental episode of Rule the Roost, as we finally breathe a massive sigh of relief: Tottenham Hotspur have stayed up. We kick things off by discussing the bittersweet nature of our survival, admitting that while we shouldn't really be celebrating avoiding the drop, the sheer emotional release makes it impossible not to. The conversation qui
REACTION: Spurs 1-0 Everton - WE ARE STAYING UP
I LOVE THIS FOOTBALL CLUB
Never in doubt....
Give Roberto De Zerbi whatever he wants
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Tottenham Hotspur: Standing On The Edge Of The Abyss
WARNING: This episode contains an unfiltered, emotional and deeply cathartic discussion about the state Tottenham Hotspur currently find themselves in. If you’re after a clean-cut rallying cry ahead of the weekend, this probably isn’t the energy you need right now. But if you’re feeling drained, furious, disconnected, bewildered, or simply need to hear a couple of Spurs fans say out loud what so m
Is Kolo Muani Our Worst Ever Signing? | Chelsea VAR Farce, Is Johan Lange to Blame & Everton (Q&A)
Jack is joined by Billie T to dissect yet another miserable defeat at Stamford Bridge, kicking things off by trying to make sense of the latest refereeing controversy. With images clearly showing the ball was in play for the penalty that wasn't given, we vent our frustrations at the officials before confronting the harsh reality of our own underlying numbers. Spurs once again displayed a total lac
REACTION: Chelsea 2-1 Spurs - It's Still In Tottenham's Hands!
You didn't really think Tottenham would get something at Stamford Bridge did you? Spurs getting done by Chelsea, making our end of season even less comfortable, as Arsenal win the league - truly the nightmare timeline. It was a game that never really got going, and yet another example of why we're in the mess that we're in... quite simply, we're not very good.
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Is VAR Ruining Football? | Maddison Returns & Newcastle vs West Ham (Q&A)
Jack is joined by Gavin for a Thursday Q&A to dissect the frustrating fallout from Tottenham's clash with Leeds United. The pair kick things off by venting about the baffling VAR decision to deny James Maddison a clear foul, reacting to the midfielder's own frustrations posted on Instagram. We ask the broader question of whether the current implementation of VAR is fundamentally ruining the sport,
REACTION: Spurs 1-1 Leeds - The Officiating Was A Disgrace!
Spurs missed the chance to open up a four point gap on West Ham this evening after one of the most shocking examples of officiating many of us will have ever seen took place. It felt like Spurs were in charge after Tel's wonder goal, but he went from hero to zero after his high boot in the box resulted in a penalty for Leeds and Spurs couldn't quite find a way back after that, despite James Maddis
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West Ham denied a last minute equaliser to keep the pressure on Spurs means that we can now open up a gap at the bottom of the table... but we have to take it. Surely we have every faith in Roberto De Zerbi now to equip these players to do what's needed in this crunch game against Leeds. We'll
Are We Safe Yet? | Leeds Preview, Signing Joao Palhinha & Arsenal (Q&A)
Jack is joined by football writer Sean Walsh for the Thursday Q&A to dissect yet another stressful week in the life of a Tottenham Hotspur fan. The pair kick things off by finding a silver lining in poor old Harry's Champions League elimination, noting the relief of being spared the nightmare scenario of watching him lose a European final to Arsenal. Confronting the grim reality of Arsenal actuall
A Massive Win For Tottenham | Conor Gallagher, Roberto De Zerbi & The Relegation Crossroads
Jack is joined by Baker to celebrate a genuinely massive, potentially season-altering victory as Tottenham Hotspur's win at Villa Park lifts them out of the Premier League relegation zone. Pushing back against the incredibly lazy outside narrative that a heavily rotated Villa side simply 'threw the game', the lads choose instead to focus on the undeniable tactical and mental improvements shown by
REACTION: Villa 1-2 Spurs - We Might Be Back
Spurs are out of the relegation zone thanks to an accomplished and incredibly encouraging performance away at Villa Park... we've looked down and out at points this season, and injuries to key players threatened to derail it all even further, but Roberto De Zerbi has found a way to get this lot going. Come on you Spurs!
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Will Villa Rest Players Against Spurs? | ENIC's Mess, Missing Harry Kane & Relegation Reality (Q&A)
Jack is joined by Lara for the Thursday Q&A to preview a genuinely daunting fixture against Aston Villa. With Unai Emery's side still battling deep in knockout cup action, we desperately ask if our only real tactical advantage right now is hoping for opposition rotation. The conversation then turns to the painful reality of the current Premier League hierarchy, as we lament how Villa have firmly o
Tottenham Turn A Corner? | The Wolves Win, Xavi Simons Devastation & Surviving Relegation
Jack is joined by Big Jon Bass from The Big Jon Bass Show to celebrate a genuine rarity this year: Tottenham Hotspur actually winning a football match. The pair dissect the massive, much-needed victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers to secure our first Premier League win of 2026. We discuss why, despite West Ham's gutting late winner against Everton keeping Spurs firmly in the relegation mire, this
REACTION: Wolves 0-1 Spurs - WE WON A GAME OF FOOTBALL!!
Spurs have won a game in 2026 - and what a time to win it!!! Keeping the hope of staying in the Premier League alive, João Palhinha's bundled stab at goal was the difference in an ugly game of football. Incredible effort from Tel to win the corner that resulted in the goal, and an overall solid, if at times slightly uninspiring game from Spurs. Truly matchwinning save from Kinsky at the end to den
Spurs On The Brink | Chelsea's Managerial Bounce, Van de Ven Rumours & Relegation Snobbery (Q&A)
Jack is joined by Phil to dive into another incredibly tense week for Tottenham Hotspur, kicking things off by examining the sheer chaos over at Chelsea. With Liam Rosenior sacked, we question whether a dreaded new manager bounce could derail our survival hopes, and ask if Spurs are now the canary in the coal mine for massive clubs completely losing their way. Staring down the barrel of the Champi
Have Spurs Run Out Of Road? | The Brighton Collapse, ENIC's Failings & Are Tottenham Too Emotional?
Jack is joined by Gavin to unpack the sheer emotional rollercoaster of Tottenham's devastating 2-2 draw with Brighton. The pair start by dissecting that crushing 95th-minute equaliser, questioning whether the squad was simply too emotionally burned out to see the game out. We discuss the wild celebrations that followed Xavi Simons' brilliant strike to put Spurs ahead, and ask if the team desperate
REACTION: Spurs 2-2 Brighton - Positives in a gutting result
Tottenham suffer yet another heartbreak in a season of heartbreaks as Brighton score an equaliser deep into stoppage time to deny them their first league win in 2026. It looked like Xavi Simons' screamer was going to be enough for Roberto De Zerbi's men, but alas, it wasn't to be. Can they avoid relegation? There are some positives to take from the game, but it feels as if hope is all but gone now
Is De Zerbi Embracing Vibes? | Romero On His Way Out, LinkedIn Hotspur and Looking Ahead to Brighton with James Maw (Q&A)
Jack is joined by James Maw from The Athletic to try and make sense of another incredibly turbulent week at Tottenham Hotspur. The pair kick things off by exploring Roberto De Zerbi’s comments post Sunderland. We ask whether the famously intense tactician taking the squad for a lavish dinner and claiming they need a 'father' rather than a coach could be the Hail Mary we need right now.
The conve
Spurs "Not Strong Enough" Against Sunderland | Relegation Awaits, Officiating Woes & The Brobbey Push
Jack is joined by Adam Michie to pick through the wreckage of a miserable defeat at the Stadium of Light. The pair discuss the perceived lack of fight on display against Sunderland, asking if this squad has already accepted its Championship fate without so much as a whimper. The loss further compounded by the opposition manager’s brutal post-match assessment that Tottenham simply weren't strong en
REACTION: Sunderland 1-0 Spurs - Championship incoming
Tottenham are getting relegated and all of our players are useless tbh - leave me alone, I'm angry
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Spurs Heading Into The Bottom Three? | Kudus' Injury Blow, Johan Lange's Ineptitude & Sunderland (Q&A)
Jack is joined by Rosa from the Hometown Glory podcast to process yet another devastating blow in this miserable season, as we react to the news that Mohammed Kudus has suffered a fresh injury setback. We discuss the club's grim update, and Tom Barclay's confirmation, that the winger may now require surgery, before turning our ire firmly towards Johan Lange. We dissect the sheer ineptitude of his
Will The Players Respect De Zerbi? | The Kinsky Conundrum & Flav's Tottenham Team Talk
Jack is joined by podcast royalty, Flav from The Fighting Cock, to process the goings on at Tottenham Hotspur over our extended break from the pitch. With Roberto De Zerbi officially through the door, the pair discuss whether the glowing reports from the training ground have genuinely changed our initial opinions of the volatile Italian. We explore the shifting power dynamic in the dressing room,
Will There Be A De Zerbi Bounce? | The Goalkeeper Dilemma & Tottenham's Damning Numbers (Q&A)
Jack welcomes Baker from the Above Average FPL podcast to make sense of the monumental news that Roberto De Zerbi is officially the new manager of Tottenham Hotspur. We explore our genuine surprise at the revelation that he has been handed a massive five-year contract completely devoid of a relegation release clause, and ask if he genuinely possesses the ability to hit the ground running to salvag
Roberto De Zerbi Appointed | A Volatile Rebuild, Fan Displeasure & Tottenham's PL Survival Reality
Roberto De Zerbi has officially been appointed as the new manager of Tottenham Hotspur. We run through the details of his new long-term contract, focusing specifically on the incredible revelation that there is no relegation break clause included. We discuss his apparent commitment to completely rebuilding the club, regardless of whether we are playing Premier League or Championship football next
Roberto De Zerbi To Tottenham? | Tudor Sacked, Fan Concerns & Seven Games To Save Spurs
Jack welcomes Conor back to the show to process the sudden departure of Igor Tudor. With only seven games left to save Tottenham from the drop, the pair ask if it was actually fair to sack the interim boss at such a critical juncture.
The conversation quickly shifts to his seemingly imminent replacement, Roberto De Zerbi. We tackle the controversial appointment from all angles, starting with the
Igor Tudor Leaves Tottenham (By Mutual Consent) - Who next to try save Spurs?
Days after the passing of his father, it has been confirmed that Tottenham have parted ways with interim gaffer Igor Tudor in a Sunday afternoon announcement. Who is next in line for Spurs, which route can the club take? Roberto De Zerbi heavily linked... will Mauricio Pochettino bin off the World Cup? Adi Hutter, is he the guy?
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Who Can Save Tottenham Now? | Brushing Off Forest & Will There Be Full-Scale Protests with Big Jon Bass (Q&A)
Jack welcomes Big Jon Bass back to the show to discuss how we desperately need to brush ourselves off and go again after the Forest disaster.
We start by addressing the deeply uncomfortable feelings directed towards the squad this week. Seeing the players post jubilant, smiling social media updates while away on the international break has struck a massive nerve with a fanbase still reeling from
Tottenham's Nottingham Forest Disaster | Will ENIC Sell? The Refereeing Conspiracy & Keeping Faith
Jack welcomes Gavin back to the podcast to pick through the rubble of the absolute disaster against Nottingham Forest. After such an incredible show of support from the fans on the High Road before kick-off, the 3-0 collapse feels like a crushing blow. We discuss how it remains vital to keep the faith, even when the on-pitch performances make it increasingly difficult to do so week in, week out.
REACTION: Spurs 0-3 Forest - Where Do We Go From Here?!
Despite the best efforts of the fans, Tottenham are battered at home by relegation rivals Nottingham Forest - an embarrassing and deeply alarming result, that begs the question - where do we go from here?
With an international break now thrust upon us, there will be talk about Igor Tudor and his position at the club after some questionable decisions today. It's hard to fathom how we get back fro
Show Up. Sing Up. Stay Up. | Atletico Pride, A Nottingham Forest Six-Pointer & Can The Fans Save Spurs?
Jack is joined by Stu and Jay to try and harness some desperately needed positivity ahead of a monumentally important weekend for Tottenham Hotspur. We kick things off by reflecting on a surprisingly uplifting night in the Champions League. Despite crashing out on aggregate, the 3-2 victory over Atletico Madrid showcased a squad genuinely fighting for the shirt. We discuss Igor Tudor finally secur
REACTION: Spurs 3-2 Atlético - Is Igor Legit?
Spurs go out of the Champions League, but win on the night - restoring some pride and keeping their momentum going ahead of a crucial game against Nottingham Forest on the weekend.
Once again, a performance full of promise, heart and desire... you have to ponder if Igor Tudor might actually be pretty good at his job after all.
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Spurs Finally Show Some Fight | Relegation Richarlison Silences The Kop, Tudor Bites Back & Fan Power
Jack welcomes Phil back to the pod to bask in the glory of a Tottenham win. Well, it wasn't actually a win, but it certainly felt like one. The pair discuss the sheer relief of taking a glorious, precious point away from Anfield, the scene of so many historic horrors for Spurs, after relegation Richarlison popped up at the back post to silence the Kop.
We dissect just how vital this point, and mo
REACTION: Liverpool 1-1 Tottenham - THAT'S MORE LIKE IT, LADS!!!
One of Tottenham's best performances in months, of course, came at Anfield? Who could have expected that - a precious point picked up on the road against Liverpool, and a level of fight and courage that many of us thought these lads were incapable of. Come on you Spurs! Fight to the end!
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Are There Positives To A Tottenham Relegation? | Atletico Thrashing, Forcing ENIC Out & Championship Away Days (Q&A)
Jack welcomes stand-up comic James Regal to the podcast to dissect the absolute humiliation we suffered in Madrid at the hands of Atletico. We start by discussing the bizarrely slippery pitch and the catastrophic impact it had on the game, before turning our attention to Antonin Kinsky. The pair express their deep sympathy for the young player, whose dream Champions League debut brutally morphed i
REACTION: Atlético Madrid 5-2 Spurs - Get Tudor GONE
An absolute farce of a match in the Champions League for Spurs that must surely signal the end of the Tudor era.
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Is It Up To Us To Save Tottenham? | Billie T on Henry Winter, Fan Perseverance & Atletico Madrid
Jack welcomes Billie from the When The Whistle Blows podcast back to the show to reflect on the current doom spiralling at Tottenham Hotspur. With board neglect, mounting injuries, and a general feeling that the universe is conspiring against us, we try to find a reason to remain hopeful.
We ask if the fans are now the last bastion keeping the club in the Premier League. The pair explore the heav
Are Spurs Really Going Down? | ENIC's Dereliction Of Duty, The Palace Disaster with Adam Michie (Q&A)
Jack is joined by Adam Michie to confront the terrifying emotions swirling around the ether after Spurs lost their absolute 'must-win' game to Crystal Palace, making the threat of relegation a harrowing reality.
We dive straight into the criticisms of the current squad. While it has undoubtedly been a difficult season with plenty of mitigating circumstances, we ask why these players consistently
REACTION: Spurs 1-3 Palace - Surely we're done?
Spurs lose to Crystal Palace. Micky Van de ven sent off. This is darkest hour stuff. Is there any saving us?
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Is There A Conspiracy Against Spurs? | Dragusin's "Foul", Fulham Frustrations & A Must-Win Palace Clash
Jack welcomes Phil back to the microphone in the wake of yet another painful Tottenham defeat, this time a 2-1 loss at Craven Cottage. The pair unpack the frustrating Fulham performance, dissecting the problems that were entirely of our own making, whilst desperately trying to cling to the few positives we can take forward.
However, there is an elephant in the room that simply cannot be ignored.
REACTION: Fulham 2-1 Spurs - Too Little Too Late
Despite a spirited end to the game, once again we were nowhere to be seen for large periods of this match. Tottenham and Igor Tudor need to shape up quickly. Don't overcomplicate things, get players in their correct positions and fight. Tel has to start. Richarlison has to start.
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Who Is To Blame For Tottenham? | Best "Worst" Players, The Podcaster Problem & Protests (Q&A)
Jack welcomes Lara back to the show to try and make sense of the seemingly hopeless situation at Tottenham right now. We ask the big questions: what exactly is going wrong, who is ultimately to blame for this mess, and where on earth do the club go from here?
Lara also tackles a selection of listener questions, diving into some fascinating debates. We discuss which of the 'best worst' players of
Can We Trust This Squad? | Spurs 1-4 Arsenal, Individual Failings & The Relegation Dogfight
Jack welcomes Con back to the show, and he is angry. After specifically requesting to come on purely to vent his frustrations, the pair pick through the rubble of another painful North London Derby defeat.
With the dust having settled slightly on the 4-1 thrashing at the hands of Arsenal, we desperately try to see if there are any positives to take forward as Tottenham find themselves thoroughly
REACTION: Spurs 1-4 Arsenal - A Dark Day for Tottenham
A bit later than usual, I try my best to break down what exactly went wrong yesterday... what bits did we get right? My fears for Spurs going forwards and just a general sense of trying to get my emotions in check after what was a miserable, miserable defeat. Just when you think the pain that club dishes out on us has maybe stopped, it always seems to find a way to make itself known.
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Are Spurs Sponsors Pulling Out? | Matt Law's Report, Stadium Naming Rights & Commercial Chaos
Jack is joined by Sean Connell, Editor at The Sponsor, to dive deep into the business and commercial reality of Tottenham's current existential spiral.
We start by looking at the elusive stadium naming rights. Following Sean's recent research on the fair market value of European stadiums, we ask if Daniel Levy and the current hierarchy missed the boat by holding out for unrealistic valuations whi
Are Spurs A Complete Mess? | Will Lange & Venkatesham Be Fired? The Pochettino Rumours & Igor Tudor (Q&A)
Jack welcomes Paul O Keefe back to the show to discuss the latest happenings at Tottenham and ask the ultimate question: is everything really as big a mess as it seems from the outside?
We start by looking back at the decision to keep Thomas Frank in post for as long as the club did. Whose idea was it to delay the inevitable, and what does that hesitation say about the current power structure?
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Tottenham's Brutal Clearout | The 33-Day Heitinga Farce, Tudor's Youth Dilemma & Is Pochettino The Answer?
Jack welcomes Tom Foins back to the pod to mull over the news that the majority of Thomas Frank's backroom staff have been given the chop.
We discuss the brutal nature of the clearout, specifically Johnny Heitinga departing after just 33 days at the club, and the loss of highly-rated coach Justin Cochrane. Tom reflects on why this is probably for the best in the long run, but acknowledges that th
Igor Tudor to Spurs: The Emergency Reaction | Paratici’s Last Act? Relegation Fight & A Lunch Date With Mourinho
Jack jumps on an impromptu call with Gazzetta dello Sport's Tommy Milanese to react to the breaking news that Igor Tudor is all but confirmed as Tottenham's new interim manager.
We dig into Tudor's reputation in Italy to find out exactly what we are getting. Tommy gives the lowdown on his mixed spells with Lazio and Juventus (including that recent 8-game winless run), and we discuss whether his a
Spurs In An Existential Spiral | Frank Gone, The Legacy of Incompetence & The Retractable Pitch Injury Curse (Q&A)
Jack is joined by Jon Bass to discuss the sacking of Thomas Frank.
We look back on his time at the club and ask the burning question: why on earth did it take the board this long to remove a man who was clearly incompetent for the role? We reflect on the damage done and the "existential spiral" the club now finds itself in.
Attention then turns to the future. We mull over potential alternative a
THOMAS FRANK SACKED - It HAD to happen | Who will step in? | Spurs STILL in BIG trouble
Thomas Frank is gone - official announcement.
Tottenham's worst manager of the Premier League era and one of their worst managers of all time... but is it all his fault?
Whatever the case, something had to change... but who now? Cochrane? Heitinga? Mason?
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REACTION: Spurs 1-2 Newcastle - Now Is The Time To Panic
Say it again, Jack... Tottenham lose again.
Surely the game that seals Thomas Frank's fate?
Results around Spurs conspiring to give the league table a very concerning glow.
Where are the wins coming from?
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Is Cristian Romero A Liability? | Spurs In Relegation Trouble, Thomas Frank’s Failings & Pochettino to Return?
Jack welcomes Con back to the show to reflect upon the defeat at Old Trafford that pushes Spurs perilously close to the relegation zone.
We ask the uncomfortable question: is this actually going to happen? Do we have enough about us to avoid the drop, or is the club sleepwalking into disaster? We discuss the failings of Thomas Frank, his system, his demeanour, and the uninspiring displays that se
REACTION: Man Utd 2-0 Spurs - CRISIS?! What Crisis?
Spurs lose again. Something I'm getting bored of typing. Sure, Manchester United have been reinvigorated by Michael Carrick, but it's still frustrating to see Spurs put in such a meek showing against a side that we beat four times last season. The Cristian Romero debate will rage on, was it a red, wasn't it? Either way, the timing is somewhat ironic, giving his bemoaning of the team being short of
Did Cristian Romero Go Too Far? | Xavi Simons Listening to Chas & Dave, Johan Lange's Interview & Change For Tottenham's Walkout with Billie T (Q&A)
Jack welcomes Billie T (When The Whistle Blows) back to the podcast to pile into the post-transfer window anguish at Tottenham.
We start on a lighter note with a story about Billie virtually rubbing shoulders with Xavi Simons, and explore the unlikely connection between the Dutch playmaker and the joys of Chas & Dave.
Conversation quickly turns serious as we discuss Cristian Romero's inflammator
Spurs Sign Nobody On Deadline Day | Unpacking The Window, Youth Obsession & A Threadbare Squad
Jack is joined by Phil to unpack another transfer window of frustration as the deadline SLAMS shut.
Spurs failed to get any significant last-minute deals across the line, leaving the fanbase refreshing their feeds only to see more youthful acquisitions rather than the first-team ready starters we desperately need.
We ask if this is a major worry for the remainder of the campaign. With the squad
REACTION: Spurs 2-2 Man City - Pep Thwarted By Spurs AGAIN
Tottenham Hotspur Football Club is officially a social experiment... with about five fit players at our disposal, we still somehow managed to avert disaster at home to Man City in a game that at half time looked like it was set up to be a cricket score... Yes, it may have given Arsenal a slightly advantage, but this is about Spurs getting precious points.
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Tottenham's European Joy vs. League Misery | Is Frank Safe? Relegation Fears & Old Hard Men Signings (Q&A)
Jack is joined by Gavin to reflect on the joys of European football and ask why Tottenham aren't more loud and proud about their pedigree in continental competition.
We discuss the bizarre duality of the current season: finishing in the top 4 of the Champions League phase, yet languishing in the bottom half of the Premier League with the threat of relegation breathing down our necks. Does the Eur
REACTION: Frankfurt 0-2 Spurs - CHAMPIONS OF EUROPE?
Spurs continue their hot form in Europe. There is nothing about this club that makes sense.
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Spurs Snatch Draw At Burnley | The Andy Robertson Link, Djed Spence In Attack & Vicario To Inter?
Jack is joined by Billie T to react to Tottenham's last-gasp draw with Burnley.
We discuss how Cristian Romero turned goalscorer, a consistent theme this season, to snatch a point from the jaws of a terrible defeat. But the bigger question remains: how is Thomas Frank still in charge? We react to the particularly uncomfortable video of his interaction with fans after the final whistle, and discus
REACTION: Burnley 2-2 Spurs - HE'S SURELY GOT TO GO?
By the skin of their teeth, Spurs squeezed out a draw away at Burnley. Surely that's it for Thomas Frank? Also, why is it only our defenders that score goals?
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