Football pundit James Lawrence Allcott looks at the immediate, long-term, and off-the-wall consequences of the biggest stories in the sport, from today and yesterday.
How Pablo Escobar Built A Colombian Football Empire
James Allcott is joined by David Arrowsmith (@mrwriterman79) and Andy Brassell (@andybrassell) to discuss David’s book ‘Narcoball: Love, Death, and Football in Escobar’s Colombia'. The trio dive into the period of time where cartels ran Colombian football and how it resulted in unregulated chaos for the country.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: David Arrowsmith and Andy Brassell
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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10/23/2024 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 38 seconds
Shakhtar Donetsk: Playing Football in a War Zone
James Allcott is joined by Andy Brassell (@andybrassell) and David Arrowsmith (@mrwriterman79) to discuss Andy’s book ‘We Play On’. The trio discuss how football in Ukraine has suffered, changed, and risen again following the invasion by Russia in February 2022. The trio focus on how Shakhtar Donetsk have become ‘the people’s team’ in Ukraine and what the repercussions of the war have meant to what was once a European footballing giant.
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Host: James Allcott
Guests: Andy Brassell and David Arrowsmith
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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10/18/2024 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 2 seconds
2 Truths 1 Lie: Premier League Edition
James Allcott is joined by JCC (@WorldofJCC), Matisse (@matissearmani), and Ben (@ben_bowman_) for a game of Two Truths One Lie. In the game, the quartet give two statements that they staunchly believe in and one statement that is a barefaced lie. But who will be caught out in their lie? And who will be the person that spots the most lies and wins the episode?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: JCC, Matisse and Ben Bowman
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
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10/15/2024 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 8 seconds
Understanding The Premier League’s Most Confusing Clubs
James Allcott is joined by JCC (@WorldofJCC), Matisse (@matissearmani), Ben (@ben_bowman_), and Dave (@daveazzopardi) to take an in depth look at the Premier League’s most confusing clubs: Fulham, Chelsea, Tottenham, and Wolves. Is Fulham’s positive start to the season set to continue? Are Chelsea better than we think? Can Ange turn things around for Tottenham? And are Wolves in big trouble?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: JCC, Matisse, Ben and Dave
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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10/9/2024 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 59 seconds
How Do Man Utd Fix Their Biggest Problems?
James Allcott is joined by Sam Peoples of United Peoples TV (@UnitedPeoplesTV) to take an in depth look at Manchester United’s problems. But more importantly: what is their biggest problem? Is it recruitment? Is it the people upstairs? Or is it simply the manager?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Sam Peoples
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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10/2/2024 • 59 minutes, 11 seconds
One Underrated Player From Every Premier League Club
James Allcott is joined by Dougie Critchley (@DougieCritchley) to take a look at every Premier League club’s most underrated player. How good is Morgan Rogers? Is Mbeumo being slept on? And is Mazraoui Manchester United’s player of the season?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Dougie Critchley
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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9/27/2024 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 58 seconds
Every Possible Ripple Effect of GW5
James Allcott is joined by Dougie Critchley (@DougieCritchley) and Alex Moneypenny (@Amonfootball) to discuss every possible ripple from game week 5 and what that could mean for the Premier League season. How much will Rodri’s ACL injury hold Man City back? Is Brennan Johnson about to silence all of his critics? And will Danny Welbeck’s unique skill set see him earn an England call-up?
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Host: James Allcott
Guests: Dougie Critchley and Alex Moneypenny
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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9/25/2024 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 25 seconds
Jimmy Bullard Reveals Every Club's Ultimate Barclaysmen
What is a Barclaysman? To answer that question we welcome one of the all-time great Barclaysmen, Jimmy Bullard you he studio. We also welcome Soccer AM veteran and cohost of FC Bullard, Fenners once again. James, Jimmy, Fenners, and Cai take a look at all the possible Barclaysmen from every Barclays club and put forward their number one pick for each team with stop offs for amazing stories along the way.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Fenners, Jimmy Bullard
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
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9/20/2024 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 18 seconds
Jimmy Bullard and Fenners: The Ripple Effect of Soccer AM
James Allcott is joined by Jimmy Bullard and John ‘Fenners’ Fendley to discuss ‘The Ripple Effect’ of Soccer AM but also the life of Jimmy Bullard and what made his time as a Premier League player different to most of that era. What was it really like playing in the early 2000s? Would it have been different now? And where would Jimmy Bullard be if he was playing now?
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Host: James Allcott
Guests: Jimmy Bullard & Fenners
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
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9/18/2024 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 6 seconds
Brutally Rating 2024’s Ballon D’Or Nominees.
James Allcott is joined by Joe Thomlinson (@joethomlinson) to take a look at the controversial Ballon D’or Shortlist that has been described as “the worst ever”. Which players have been overlooked? Is the voting fair? And who is actually the best player in the world?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Joe Thomlinson
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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9/13/2024 • 43 minutes, 57 seconds
Ranking The Most Expensive Summer Transfers
James Allcott is joined by Joe Thomlinson (@joethomlinson) to discuss the top twenty transfers of the transfer window. Who got a good deal? Who massively over paid? And who is pound for pound the best value signing of the window out of these twenty?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Joe Thomlinson
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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9/11/2024 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 2 seconds
Top 10 Football Commentary Moments with Seb Hutchinson
James Allcott is joined by football commentator Seb Hutchinson (@Seb_Hutch) to discuss the greatest moments of football commentary and the ripples that followed, such as one Norwegian commentator in 1981 being the spark that ignited Manchester City’s Treble in 2023.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Seb Hutchinson
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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9/6/2024 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 36 seconds
The Complex World of Football Commentary with Seb Hutchinson
James Allcott is joined by football commentator Seb Hutchinson (@Seb_Hutch) to discuss the ins and outs of football commentary. How does a matchday look? How do you even get into commentary? And what goes into being a commentator that the public never see?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Seb Hutchinson
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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9/4/2024 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 38 seconds
Debating Your Premier League 24/25 Ripple Effects
James Allcott is joined by Cai (@ProducerCai) to debate and react to your 24/25 Premier League Ripple Effects. The pair discuss whether ball-winning midfielders are a dying breed, whether it's ever been harder to stay up as a newly-promoted side, and has one player ruined Kyle Walker Manchester City career? These and many more!
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Host: James Allcott
Guests: Cai Jones
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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8/28/2024 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 29 seconds
Debating the Top 50 Premier League Players
James Allcott is joined by Flav (@Flav_Bateman) and Dan (@HLTCO) from the brand new podcast ‘Football Between the Lines,’ and Cai (@ProducerCai) to dissect ESPN's 'Top 50 Premier League Players' list. Who is being disrespected? Why aren’t some players on the list? And is there one player above all who's way too high on the list? Find out!
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Flav Bateman and Dan Cook
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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8/23/2024 • 1 hour, 6 minutes
Reacting to Your Terrible Football Takes
James Allcott is joined by Flav (@Flav_Bateman) and Dan (@HLTCO) from the brand-new podcast ‘Football Between the Lines’ and Cai (@ProducerCai) to look at some of the strangest takes from the wonderful world that is Twitter. Will Palace actually get top four? Can Rasmus Højlund win a Golden Boot? And is Saka actually better than Gareth Bale ever was?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Flav Bateman, Dan Cook, and Cai Jones
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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8/21/2024 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 22 seconds
Ranking Every Premier League Club’s Biggest Signing
James Allcott is joined again by JJ Bull (@jj_bull), this time to rank every major signing from each Premier League club. Whose business just isn’t making sense? Is there one clear standout club? And who needs to step up?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: JJ Bull
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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8/16/2024 • 40 minutes, 6 seconds
One Problem Every Premier League Club Must Fix!
James Allcott is joined by football analyst and musical genius JJ Bull (@jj_bull) to discuss the biggest problems at every Premier League club! Have Man City got an unexpected huge problem on their hands? Will Erik ten Hag find the solution? And which of the newly promoted teams has the fewest problems?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: JJ Bull
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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8/14/2024 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 16 seconds
How Premier League Clubs Are Using xG to Win
James Allcott is joined by xG expert and author of 'xGenius,' James Tippett (@xGPhilosophy), to discuss how xG changed the world of football. Where would we be without xG? What were the problems encountered when introducing a revolutionary football stat that would later go on to become a standard in the game? And what next for the world of football metrics?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: James Tippett
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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8/7/2024 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 37 seconds
The Most Wanted Summer Transfer XI
James Allcott is joined by Lyes Bouzidi (@LyesBouzidi10) to take a look at the most wanted players in every position this summer. The duo put forward their options for each position and rate just how spicy a hypothetical move could be based on the Scoville scale.
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Host: James Allcott
Guests: Lyes Bouzidi
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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7/29/2024 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 26 seconds
Man United’s Rebuild: Should We Believe The Hype?
James Allcott is joined by Lyés Bouzidi (@LyesBouzidi10) to speak about the changes INEOS are currently making at Manchester United. How will the boardroom changes affect how the club is run? Is there someone finally in charge? Who are Erik ten Hag’s new assistant managers and how excited should we be over the changes?
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Host: James Allcott
Guests: Lyés Bouzidi
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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7/24/2024 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 36 seconds
Ranking Every Club’s Biggest Transfer Rumour
James Allcott is joined by Harry Brooks (@hbrooks_coach), Ben Bowman (@ben_bowman_) and Cai (@ProducerCai) to rank the biggest transfer rumour for each Premier League club heading into a crucial period of the transfer window. Who will secure the signing of the season? Who is quietly picking up a bargain? And of course, who is making the most pointless transfer?
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Host: James Allcott
Guests: Harry Brooks, Ben Bowman and Cai Jones
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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7/19/2024 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 54 seconds
How England Set Up at World Cup 2026
James Allcott is joined by Harry Brooks (@hbrooks_coach), Ben Bowman (@ben_bowman_) and Cai (@ProducerCai) to discuss what the future holds for England in the post-Southgate era. Which players will survive the test of time? Who are the players that won’t be featured again for England? Which players may break through into the team next? And of course, what will the lineup be for 2026?
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Host: James Allcott
Guests: Harry Brooks, Ben Bowman and Cai Jones
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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7/17/2024 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 50 seconds
Ranking England’s Next Manager Candidates
James Allcott is joined by Dougie Critchley (@DougieCritchley) to take an in depth look at every potential Gareth Southgate successor and what it means for England post-Euro 2024. Do England need an English manager? Could The FA tempt a huge name such as Pep Guardiola or Jurgen Klopp? Or has the best candidate been right under our noses this entire time?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Dougie Critchley
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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7/2/2024 • 57 minutes, 12 seconds
10 Euro 2024 Stars Your Club Should Sign
James Allcott is joined by European football expert Dougie Critchley (@DougieCritchley) to discuss the biggest individual performances from Euro 2024 so far. Which players will get moved? Which players will see their careers defined by what happens in the tournament? And what was Ronaldo thinking when he squared that ball?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Dougie Critchley
Producer: Finn McSkimming & Cai Jones
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6/28/2024 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 11 seconds
England’s Biggest Euros Moments: 'The Ripple Effect' LIVE
James Allcott sits down LIVE with a returning Flav (@Flav_Bateman) as well as (Ali Maxwell (@AliMaxwell_), George Elek (@GeorgeElek), and Dave Walker (@D_C_W), all from ‘Not the Top Twenty Podcast,' to discuss the biggest moments that rocked England on the world stage. What would have happened if Southgate had scored that penalty? Where would England be now without the Euro heartbreak of 2021? And what's next for the England national team?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Flav, Ali Maxwell, George Elek, Dave Walker
Producers: Finn McSkimming and Cai Jones
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6/26/2024 • 47 minutes, 14 seconds
Answering Your '24-25 Premier League Questions
James Allcott is joined again by 'Ripple Effect' regular Joe Thomlinson (@joethomlinson) to take an extremely early look at the '24-25 Premier League season and discuss their early feelings. The duo also answer your questions about how they see the season unfolding, from the title race to the relegation battle.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Joe Thomlinson
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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6/19/2024 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 16 seconds
How England Set Up at Euro 2024
James Allcott is joined by 'Ripple Effect' regular Joe Thomlinson (@joethomlinson) to look ahead toward England’s opening fixture against Serbia and, more importantly, how they’ll set up at Euro 2024. Who goes in midfield? Will Southgate be bold or safe? Is this tournament winnable for England, and is the first match crucial?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Joe Thomlinson
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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6/13/2024 • 35 minutes, 42 seconds
One Player To Watch From Every Euros Team
James Allcott is joined by European football experts Jack Collins (@Jackjcollins), Henry Hill (@Henry_hill94), and Cai (@ProducerCai) to take an in-depth look at one player to watch from every team playing at Euro 2024. Which star player will take the group stage by storm? Who will secure themselves a move? And are there some unlikely players that we should be keeping close tabs on?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Jack Collins, Henry Hill, and Cai Jones
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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6/11/2024 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 31 seconds
Tier List: Who Makes Real Madrid’s New Era
James Allcott is joined by Abz (@AbzBusquets) and Faysal (@elfayz_) to discuss the new era of Real Madrid. Who needs to leave this summer? Who should stay for 10 years? And who is at risk if a new manager comes in? And of course what’s going to happen when Mbappe enters the fray?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Abz and Faysal
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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6/7/2024 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 42 seconds
How the New Champions League Format Will Change Football Forever
James Allcott is joined by Henry Hill (@Henry_hill94), Jack Collins (@Jackjcollins), and Cai (@ProducerCai) to discuss the new Champions League format and the benefits and drawbacks of the new-look competition. Will Real Madrid continue to dominate? Are Man City the real winners? And is this actually a blessing for Tottenham?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Henry Hill, Jack Collins, and Cai Jones
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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6/4/2024 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 19 seconds
Will Erik ten Hag Survive, and Can Real Madrid Thrive at Wembley?
James Allcott is joined by Abz (@AbzBusquets) and Faysal (@elfayz_) to discuss the greatest Champions League finals of all time and the crazy ripple effects that came with them. The trio also look ahead to this weekend’s final and who will come out on top, Real Madrid or Borussia Dortmund.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Abz and Faysal
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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5/29/2024 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 47 seconds
Keep or Sell: Who Will Make Aston Villa’s Champions League Team?
James Allcott is joined again by Aston Villa die-hards Luke Robinson and Justin Hawthorne of the ‘Up the Villa’ podcast (@UTVPodcast_) to sift through the squad, then decide who stays and who goes. Which players need to be sold to raise funds? Who won’t survive ahead of the Champions League campaign? And who must Villa keep at all costs?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Luke Robinson and Justin Hawthorne
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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5/24/2024 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 14 seconds
How Unai Emery Made Aston Villa Great Again
James Allcott is joined by Aston Villa diehards Luke Robinson and Justin Hawthorne from the 'Up The Villa' podcast (@UTVPodcast_) to discuss how Unai Emery transformed Aston Villa into a Champions League team. What were the moments along the way that led us here? How big of an effect has Monchi had? And does it all stem from the goal-line technology failing?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Luke Robinson and Justin Hawthorne
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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5/22/2024 • 54 minutes, 45 seconds
What We Learned About Every Premier League Club in '23-24, Part 2
James Allcott is joined again by Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari) and Daniel Cook (@HLTCO) to discuss the remaining teams of in this two part mini series. The teams under the microscope in this part are Manchester United and their victory over Liverpool in the FA Cup, Brentford and Maupay in particular, Arsenal, and of course many others.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Kweku Afari and Daniel Cook
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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5/17/2024 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 42 seconds
What We Learned About Every Premier League Club in '23-24, Part 1
James Allcott is joined once again by Ripple Effect Hall of Famers Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari) and Daniel Cook (@HLTCO) for Part 1 of a two-part series looking at the defining moments for each Premier League team. The Arteta meltdown at St James’ Park, the Everton points deduction, and of course that infamous Nottingham Forest tweet, and many more!
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Kweku Afari and Daniel Cook
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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5/15/2024 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 9 seconds
Behind the Remarkable Rise of Ipswich Town
James Allcott is joined by Benjamin Bloom (@Benjaminbloom) and Mikey Smith (@MIkey_smith13) from the 'Blue Monday Podcast' (@BlueMondayITFC) to discuss the remarkable rise of Ipswich Town and how they are now celebrating their second consecutive promotion under Kieran McKenna. What were the big changes when McKenna came in? Why is his side so tactically clever? And of course, what were the biggest moments along the way?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Benjamin Bloom and Mikey Smith
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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5/8/2024 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 59 seconds
What Happens If Arsenal Win the Premier League
James Allcott is joined by Clive Palmer (@clivepafc) and Producer Cai (@ProducerCai) to discuss the question, "What if Arsenal win the league?" Is Arteta working on something secretly behind the scenes and will a title win decide when he unleashes it? Which players’ futures will be decided by the outcome of the Premier League? And ultimately … is now Arsenal’s time to take home the title?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Clive Palmer and Cai Jones
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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5/3/2024 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 32 seconds
How Arteta Made Arsenal Great Again
James Allcott is joined by the wonderful Clive Palmer (@clivepafc) from 'ArsenalVision Podcast' to discuss how Arteta changed everything at Arsenal. The culture changes, being brutal in the transfer window, and completely revamping the club from top to bottom.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Clive Palmer
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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5/1/2024 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 40 seconds
Ranking Jurgen Klopp’s Top 10 Liverpool Moments
James Allcott is joined by Chris Pajak (@mrbloodred) to discuss Klopp’s nine-year legacy at Liverpool and what have been the top 10 moments of his reign. What moments miss out? Is there one player who is the ultimate moments player? And is beating Man City to the title all it’s cracked up to be?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Chris Pajak
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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4/26/2024 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 45 seconds
What If Liverpool Win The League?
James Allcott is joined by Chris Pajak (@mrbloodred) to discuss what would really happen if Liverpool win the league? Would it become an impossible job for the next manager? And is there a quick, 1-year solution that could pave the way for the next manager? James and Chris also dive into who should be the next Liverpool manager after looking at all the possible options.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Chris Pajak
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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4/24/2024 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 42 seconds
Nedum Onuoha Explains The Reality of Relegation
James Allcott is joined by Nedum Onuoha (@kickback_nedum) to discuss the world of broadcasting within football but also the trials and tribulations of relegation. What happens if Everton go down? Will Forest suffer? And how does it really feel to be in a relegation battle?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Nedum Onuoha
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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4/19/2024 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 2 seconds
What Professional Footballers See That You Can’t
James Allcott is joined by a star studded line-up to discuss ‘Football Intelligence’. On the mics this week we have Manchester City and QPR icon Nedum Onuoha (@kickback_nedum), professional youth coach Harry Brooks (@hbrooks_coach), and technical coach Dan Edwards (@danedwards9). The panel of experts discuss what is football intelligence and why the casual fan sometimes can’t see it. The quartet also focus on how a player can look to improve their football IQ and become more savvy as a footballer.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Nedum Onuoha, Harry Brooks and Dan Edwards
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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4/17/2024 • 1 hour, 35 minutes, 1 second
Ranking Every Pep Guardiola Manchester City Signing
James Allcott is joined again by Lawrence Buvey (@Lawrence_Bury) to discuss the best and worst signings made by Pep during his tenure at Manchester City. Is there an unlikely no. 1 pick? Who are the failed signings under Pep? And does he get it right more than he gets it wrong?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Lawrence Buvey
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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4/12/2024 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 47 seconds
What Happens If Man City Win the League?
James Allcott is joined by Lawrence Buvey to discuss the impacts and ramifications of the possible Manchester City 2023-24 Premier League title win. Which players could leave? Will Klopp’s decision to leave affect Pep’s future planning? And what does it mean for Manchester City’s prospects going forward?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Lawrence Buvey
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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4/10/2024 • 58 minutes, 48 seconds
Geoff Shreeves: The Art of The Interview
James Allcott is joined by broadcasting legend Geoff Shreeves (@GeoffShreeves) to discuss the biggest moments of his career and what life is like after leaving Sky. One of Geoff’s new ventures is his brand new podcast: Football, Music and Me.
Geoff also works with Nordoff & Robbins, the UK’s largest music therapy charity. Through their ‘Legends of Football’ gala dinner they’ve raised over £8.5m to support the work of the charity.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Geoff Shreeves
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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4/5/2024 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 43 seconds
Liverpool and Lasagna: Answering Your Biggest Questions
James Allcott is joined once again by Cai (@ProducerCai) who once again asks James uncomfortable questions. With Lasagne, Haaland, and QPR all high up on the list of topics and debates. The pair also dive into the relegation battles at both Premier League and Championship level whilst also touching on QPR’s perfect Easter weekend.
Link to Deian’s channel - https://youtube.com/@Impah97
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Cai Jones
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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4/3/2024 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 51 seconds
Football Awards That Nobody Wants
James Allcott is joined by Nieve Petruzziello (@StuntPegg) for the second time this week to discuss the best and worst of everything in football, like the Poison Chalice Award, in which they decide what the worst job in management currently is. Weirdest Transfer Award is also high on the agenda for the pair, as they discuss the weirdest ins and outs of recent football. Together, they decide on the winners and losers for multiple categories with some unlikely winners—and some unfortunate losers.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Nieve Petruzziello
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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3/29/2024 • 49 minutes, 55 seconds
Ranking Every England Player Under Gareth Southgate
James Allcott is joined by Nieve Petruzziello, also known as StuntPegg (@StuntPegg). Together they look at all the England players of the Southgate era and rank the top 30 players to have played for the Three Lions under Southgate’s tutelage.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Nieve Petruzziello
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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3/27/2024 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 13 seconds
James Allcott Answers Questions He Doesn’t Want to Answer
In a strange turn of events, this week we have James Allcott in the hot seat answering your questions! He’s joined by Producer Cai (@ProducerCai) who asks questions ranging from "Who do you want to win the Premier League?" to "What rules would you change in the game?" The responses may or may not be what you expect!
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Cai Jones
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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3/19/2024 • 56 minutes, 2 seconds
Ranking Every Jose Mourinho Chelsea Signing
James Allcott is joined by YouTuber and Chelsea guru Rory Jennings (@Chelsearory) to take an in-depth look at every Chelsea signing made under Jose ‘The Special One’ Mourinho. Was the Shevchenko really that bad? Is Mo Salah one of the worst Chelsea signings ever? And of course, the wild ‘Ripple Effect’ surrounding Petr Cech.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Rory Jennings
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
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3/13/2024 • 2 hours, 8 minutes, 22 seconds
How Not To Ruin A Football Club
James Allcott is joined by professional football manager Mark Bonner (@markbonner85) and Producer Cai (@ProducerCai) to discuss the ins and outs of a successful football club and what this means from the managers’ perspective. The trio explore areas such as the Sporting Director, Recruitment, and many other crucial areas of football club operations.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Mark Bonner
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
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3/8/2024 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 56 seconds
Asking A Real Football Manager Questions He's Scared To Answer.
James Allcott is joined by professional football manager Mark Bonner (@markbonner85) to ask some questions about management. The pair are also joined by Producer Cai (@ProducerCai). Mark managed Cambridge United for a total of 201 matches and during that time has picked up invaluable experience that allows him to really lift the lid on professional management.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Mark Bonner
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
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3/6/2024 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 22 seconds
The Hidden Threat of Burnout in Football Management
James Allcott is joined by Elite Sport Psychologist Dan Abrahams (@DanAbrahams77) to discuss what goes on inside a manager’s mind. What is burnout? Do managers struggle with their personality development? How do footballers keep the ‘winning mentality’? And does it all rely on the people you have around you?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Dan Abrahams
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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2/28/2024 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 50 seconds
Have Barca Become Powerless to Real Madrid’s Future Dominance?
James Allcott is joined by Henry Hill (@Henry_Hill94) and Daniel Cook (@HLTCO) to take an in-depth look at two of the biggest clubs in the world, Real Madrid and Barcelona. The trio look at Barcelona’s current state of play with Xavi leaving and the team on the hunt for a new manager. They also take a look at Real Madrid’s new take on the galácticos with Endrick and Kylian Mbappé both on the horizon.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Daniel Cook and Henry Hill
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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2/23/2024 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 58 seconds
Are Premier League Fans Becoming Spoilt?
James Allcott sits down with Daniel Cook (@HLTCO) and Henry Hill (@Henry_Hill94) to discuss expectations within lower half Premier League clubs, with Crystal Palace fans protesting (successfully) for change, West Ham fans turning on David Moyes, and fans of other lower half clubs begging for more ambition. The trio discuss what the expectations should be for teams trying to break into the top six of the Premier League.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Daniel Cook and Henry Hill
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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2/21/2024 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 39 seconds
The Worst Football Predictions Of All-Time
James Allcott is joined by ‘The Irish Guy’ (@the_irishguy) to rank the worst predictions of all time! With an eclectic mix of pundits, ex-footballers, and YouTubers there are some howlers in here that will offer nostalgia but also the chance to reminisce on these takes that aged woefully.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Michael Ramsay, a.k.a. The Irish Guy
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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2/16/2024 • 1 hour, 25 seconds
Why Traitors Are Inevitable in Football
James Allcott is joined by The Irish Guy (@the_irishguy) to discuss what "ripple effects" the traitors in football have had and where they have led us today. Did Tevez to Manchester City need to happen for the sake of the club? Could Tottenham have become the next Manchester United if Sol Campbell had stayed? And is Fabian Delph the biggest "Villan" of all time?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Michael Ramsay, a.k.a. The Irish Guy
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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2/14/2024 • 53 minutes, 7 seconds
How Away Days Have Changed Football Culture Forever
James Allcott is joined by football shirt guru and away day connoisseur, Ellis Platten (@ellis_platten) to discuss the best away days in football. The pair also put together a tier list of the best and worst guests on his popular series ‘Shirt Shopping’.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Ellis Platten
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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2/9/2024 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 53 seconds
How Fashion Took Over Football
James Allcott is joined by football shirt guru and YouTuber Ellis Platten (@ellis_platten) to discuss the world of football fashion, its impact on the game and the culture surrounding it. Why are retro shirts seen as investments? What are the dangers of shirt collecting? And most important of all, what happened to the snood?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Ellis Platten
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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2/7/2024 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 20 seconds
Ranking The BEST and WORST Arsenal Signings Since 2006
James Allcott is joined by Alex (@Amonfootball) from ‘The Different Knock’ and Cai (@ProducerCai) to rank the best signings of the “Emirates Era” made by Arsenal. Prepare for a detailed look at the highs and lows of the post-Wenger era, the strange signings that followed, and some of the best business under Arteta. Who takes the number one spot? Because it’s not who you think!
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Alex Moneypenny and Cai Jones
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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2/2/2024 • 1 hour, 40 minutes, 50 seconds
Is Replacing Klopp the Impossible Job?
James Allcott is joined by Alex (@Amonfootball) from The Different Knock and Laurence McKenna to discuss what will really happen during the manager merry-go-round over the coming months. Is there a stand-out candidate for Liverpool? Will they poach another Premier League manager? Is De Zerbi destined for the Barcelona job? And will any of this affect Unai Emery?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Alex Moneypenny and Laurence McKenna
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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1/31/2024 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 20 seconds
EFL Physio Breaks Down Football's Most Iconic Injuries
Port Vale FC first team physio Michael Green reveals the truth behind the treatment room door and breaks down football's most iconic injuries.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Michael Green
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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1/24/2024 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 38 seconds
Who Will Be The Casualties of the Manchester United Takeover?
James Allcott is joined by Manchester United ownership expert, and the face of United Peoples TV, Sam Peoples to discuss the INEOS takeover. Christmas Eve British Billionaire, Sir Jim Ratcliffe acquired 25 per-cent of Manchester United taking control of football operations. This podcast explores the possibilitiy of the return of the almighty Red Devils, if they can shake the shadow of Sir Alex to create a new identity, and if so who will be the casualties?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Sam Peoples
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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1/17/2024 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 41 seconds
Ranking Every Jurgen Klopp Transfer Signing
James is joined by a well-prepared Paul Machin from Redmen TV as we work to rank every Jurgen Klopp signing for his beloved Liverpool football club. Who will take the no. 1 spot?!
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Paul Machin
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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1/12/2024 • 1 hour, 43 minutes, 10 seconds
Klopp, KDB, and Hendo’s Return: Weird Things That Could Decide the Title Race
The Redmen TV’s Paul Machin sits down with James to discuss how Tottenham and Aston Villa’s fixtures, AFCON and Timo Werner, could decide the Premier League title race, then reveal five reasons why it will be Liverpool’s year.
Host: James Allcott
Guests Paul Machin
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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1/9/2024 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 35 seconds
Predicting 2024’s Tactical Trends
With 2024 upon us, James Allcott sits down with Cormac McAinsh, the man behind the Football Meta YouTube channel, to explore the possible tactical trends we could see in football in 2024.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Cormac McAinsh
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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12/28/2023 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 38 seconds
The Ripple Effect Big Fat Quiz of The Year
It’s quiz time and James Allcott is joined by a super star line up for the second time this week made up of Flav (@Flav_Bateman), Rory (@Chelsearory), Buvey (@lawrence_buvey), Lyés (@LyezBouzidi10), Cams (@culturecams), and most importantly, the quiz master himself, Luke (@LukePingu). The guys take on the biggest football quiz of the year but there can only be two victors, and it may not be who you think…
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Guests: Flav Bateman, Rory Jennings, Buvey, Lyés Bouzidi and Luke 'Pingu'
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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12/25/2023 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 48 seconds
The Top Moments of 2023
James Allcott is joined by a star studded line-up of Flav (@Flav_Bateman), Rory (@Chelsearory), Buvey (@lawrence_buvey) and Lyés (@LyesBouzidi10) to discuss the biggest, most important, and funniest football moments of 2023. The group discuss Man City’s historic treble, Liverpool’s 7-0 annihilation of Man Utd back in March, Nathan Jones’ interesting post match interviews and so much more!
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Flav Bateman, Rory Jennings, Buvey and Lyés Bouzidi
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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12/21/2023 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 46 seconds
The Story Behind Messi’s World Cup Win | With Guillem Balague
James Allcott is joined by Guillem Balague (@GuillemBalague) to speak about one person, and one person only. The best to ever do it? Possibly. The one true heir to Maradona’s throne? Possibly. That person is of course Messi and in this podcast James and Guillem dive into the story behind Lionel Messi’s World Cup win and how this changed not only Messi’s status within the game but the entire footballing world.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Guillem Balague
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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12/18/2023 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 18 seconds
Who Were The Ten Best Players In 2023?
James Allcott is joined by Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari) and Daniel Cook (@HLTCO) to discuss ‘Who have been the top 10 players of 2023?’. Which players have had the best 2023 calendar year? And who is ranked number one? Who missed out? Does Haaland have to be number one or is there one player who takes top spot? And of course, what is world class and does Ollie Watkins fit the description?
Kweku’s channel - https://youtube.com/@KwekuAfari?si=FBNJGPll5Jt2LwwY
Dan’s Channel: https://youtube.com/@HLTCOMEDIA?si=lH9p667d_jwH9VTc
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Kweku Afari and Daniel Cook
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Alex Adey
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12/14/2023 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 19 seconds
Have Arsenal Found Their Missing Pieces?
James Allcott is joined by Alexander Moneypenny (@amonfootball) from The Different Knock who makes his third appearance and seals off his hat-trick. The pair dive deep into Arsenal’s season so far and look at all the things going well for Arteta whilst also looking at which players could step up and will that mean unlikely position changes?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Alexander Moneypenny
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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12/6/2023 • 1 hour, 42 minutes, 10 seconds
How YouTube Changed Football
James Allcott is joined by YouTube and Football Content Gurus Alex Emery (@AlexJamesEmery), Adam Boultwood (@Adamboultwood), and Seb Losardo (@SebLosardo) to dive deep into how football content and YouTube content creation has forever changed the sport. How do you make a successful YouTube video? How did KSI rise from it? And what’s next for the ever-changing landscape of YouTube and content creation?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Alex Emery, Adam Boultwood and Seb Losardo
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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12/1/2023 • 1 hour, 46 minutes, 44 seconds
Footballs Greatest Bicycle-Kicks Deconstructed
James Allcott is joined by Alex Emery (@AlexJamesEmery), Adam Boultwood (@Adamboultwood), and Seb Losardo (@SebLosardo) to take a look at the vest bicycle kicks of all time. Why did Trevor Sinclair’s goal deny Ireland World Cup glory? Why was Bale’s so influential in the downfall of Juventus? And who were the victims of Zlatan’s long ranger?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Alex Emery, Adam Boultwood, and Seb Losardo
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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11/29/2023 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 37 seconds
How Many of The Man United Squad Have A Long-Term Future?
James Allcott is once again joined by Joe Thomlinson (@JoeThomlinson), this time to discuss Manchester United. James and Joe look at how Manchester United’s current squad could look by 2028 and who are the players that can’t/won’t be sold from now until then. Is there a place in the team for Maguire? Is he their best defender right now? Are we seeing an Aaron Wan-Bissaka remontada? And which youth prospects have to go to make way?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Joe Thomlinson
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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11/22/2023 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 11 seconds
Why GW12 Will Define the Season, Cold Palmer, Trippier’s Trap, and Why Bernardo is Golden
James Allcott is joined by Joe Thomlinson (@JoeThomlinson) to discuss why Game Week 12 was the most important Game Week so far, and why it was a season-defining weekend. The duo discuss the events that led to Cole Palmer’s dramatic equalizer against Manchester City, and why it could leave Manchester United behind. They also discuss Everton’s big win against Crystal Palace and what it means for them going forward. And of course, what is really going on at Newcastle?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Joe Thomlinson
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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11/15/2023 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 25 seconds
Life After Messi Vs. Ronaldo: Which Rivalries Will Take Over
James Allcott is joined again by YouTubers/Podcasters Matisse Hofer (@Matissearmani) and Mayowa Quadri (@MayowaQuadri_) to discuss who will be the players that follow each other for the span of their careers. Is Haaland vs. Mbappe the new Messi vs. Ronaldo? Does Bukayo Saka have an unlikely enemy? And is there one person in particular that can stop Jude Bellingham? The trio also discuss the greatest rivalries in history such as: Gerard Pique vs. Sergio Ramos, Roy Keane vs. Patrick Vieira, and of course Steven Gerrard vs. Frank Lampard.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Matisse Hofer and Mayowa Quadri
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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11/10/2023 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 2 seconds
Chelsea’s £1 Billion Gamble: How Much Will They Make Back?
James Allcott is joined by Chelsea fans, YouTubers, and podcasters Matisse Hofer (@Matissearmani) and Mayowa Quadri (@MayowaQuadri_) to react to the fallout from what is likely the most dramatic Premier League game of the season so far in Tottenham versus Chelsea. But the trio aren’t done there! They also take a look at what the Chelsea 11 could look like in five years' time and how much money Chelsea could realistically recoup on their unwanted players!
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Matisse Hofer and Mayowa Quadri
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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11/8/2023 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 59 seconds
Is Blaming the Glazers a Convenient Excuse?
James Allcott is joined by financial guru Kieran Maguire (@KieranMaguire) to discuss the hottest financial topics in the Premier League right now! Are the Glazers actually doing a good job? Are Everton in unprecedented danger? And, of course, how much can Newcastle actually spend to close the gap?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Kieran Maguire
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
Kieran's book Unfit and Improper Persons can be found here.
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11/1/2023 • 52 minutes, 43 seconds
Seven Premier League Managers That Will Get the Sack | The Pyramids of Allcott
James Allcott is joined once more by Culture Cams (@Culturecams) and Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari), this time to discuss each and every one of the 2023-24 Premier League managers and where they sit within the ‘Pyramids of Allcott.’ Will another unlikely manager take the top spot this week? Where should Erik ten Hag realistically sit on this list? And which seven Premier League managers are guaranteed to be sacked by May?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Culture Cams and Kweku Afari
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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10/27/2023 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 44 seconds
Mykhailo Mudryk’s Trial by Social Media and Exploring Football’s Future Certainties
James Allcott is joined by two guests who are fast becoming ‘TRE’ regulars, Culture Cams (@Culturecams) and Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari), to discuss a whole host of topics following on from Game Week 8. The trio discuss what is next for Chelsea, the on-field problems of Manchester United, and which manager is in the most danger. Also, the trio go bold as they make their predictions for "certainties" that will happen within football.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Culture Cams and Kweku Afari
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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10/25/2023 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 36 seconds
The Pyramids of Allcott: Premier League Managers | Feat. Sharky and Fuad
James Allcott is joined by Sharky (@ohnosharky), Fuad Cadani (@FuadCadani), and Cai Jones (@ProducerCai) for the second time this week to put together the very first ‘Pyramids of Allcott.’ The quartet discuss, debate, and argue who should be crowned the most "impactful" manager of the Premier League era.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Sharky, Fuad Cadani, and Cai Jones
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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10/20/2023 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 48 seconds
Sharky Is President of Football
James Allcott is joined by Sharky (@ohnosharky), Fuad Cadani (@FuadCadani), and Cai Jones (@ProducerCai) to discuss a wide variety of subjects. One topic is five changes Sharky would make to football. The quartet also discusses the Prime Card and the fallout from KSI's and King Kenny’s defeats. And, of course, Sharky predicts Arsenal’s season following his prediction that Arteta would shine at Arsenal!
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Sharky, Fuad Cadani, and Cai Jones
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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10/18/2023 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 27 seconds
Asking a Doctor Why Premier League Injuries Are on The Rise
James Allcott sits down with Alex Moneypenny (@AMonFootball) from The Different Knock, Harry Brooks (@hbrooks_coach), and Dr. Rajpol Brar (@3cbPerformance) to discuss why there are so many injuries this season. Are injuries on the rise, and are there any specific reasons for why this is? The quartet also look at the golden talents we’ve lost to career-ruining injuries and why we may be set to lose more talents if things continue as they are …
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Alex Moneypenny, Harry Brooks and Dr. Rajpol Brar
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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10/13/2023 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 2 seconds
The Remaining Defining Fixtures of 2023
James Allcott sits down with Alex Moneypenny (@AMonFootball) from The Different Knock, and Harry Brooks (@hbrooks_coach) to settle the debate around Tottenham and their ‘title charge’. The trio also dive deep into the remaining fixtures of 2023 including Manchester United’s ‘Hell Month’, Tottenham’s lovely run, Bournemouth’s ‘Gary O’Neill’ derby, and Chelsea’s nightmare fixture list. The trio also look at why the bottom three could make the Premier League even stronger next season and why this will be a game-changer for Wolves, Nottingham Forest, and Everton.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Alex Moneypenny and Harry Brooks
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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10/11/2023 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 56 seconds
How Arsenal Vs. Man City Affects the Whole Premier League Season
James Allcott is joined by Reuben Pinder (@ReubenPinder) and James Waine (@JamezWaine) to preview what is potentially the biggest, most high-stakes Premier League match of the season! The trio discuss all things Arsenal and Manchester City and where both teams currently stand within the climate of the Premier League. What if Arsenal win? Is that the best outcome for Spurs? And will it lead to Pep walking?!
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Reuben Pinder and James Waine
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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10/6/2023 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 41 seconds
What If VAR Never Existed?
James Allcott is joined by Reuben Pinder (@ReubenPinder) to discuss everything wrong with VAR. The pair also discuss some of the biggest talking points from the weekend such as Aston Villa’s six-goal hammering of Brighton and what the repercussions for both teams will be. Are Chelsea finally good or have their problems just begun? And what is Kai Havertz’s ceiling?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Reuben Pinder
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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10/4/2023 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 4 seconds
Why Ancelotti’s Defining Era Continues to Redefine Football
James Allcott is rejoined by Carlo Ancelotti and AC Milan expert Dev Bajwa (@ammandev) to discuss how Ancelotti redefined AC Milan and European football in the early 2000s, and why one player in particular holds the key to why football is the way it is today.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Dev Bajwa
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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10/1/2023 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 19 seconds
Tearing Apart That Awful Top 100 Players of All Time List
James Allcott is joined by Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari) and Faysal (@elfayz_) once again to rip apart the top 100 players list, made up and posted by GDC Media. The trio is also joined by Cai Jones (@ProducerCai), who provides the stats, facts and figures. The trio discusses who is the real second GOAT and whether it's still Cristiano Ronaldo. Why is Di María so highly ranked? And of course, who should be in this list that missed out altogether?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Kweku Afari, Faysal and Cai Jones
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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9/22/2023 • 1 hour, 40 minutes, 28 seconds
Why 5-Foot-8 Goalkeepers Are the Future
James Allcott is joined once again by Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari) and making his ‘Ripple Effect’ debut, Faysal (@elfayz_). Cai Jones (@ProducerCai) also joins the trio to provide the stats and settle the debates. In the first installment of the week, the trio dive into the ‘Ripple Effects’ from Game Week 5 of the Premier League season and why Game Week 5 could live long in the memory when it comes to which managers will see the boot over the next few weeks and which clubs are in crisis.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Kweku Afari, Faysal and Cai Jones
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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9/20/2023 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 18 seconds
Maguire or Partey? Which Failed Transfer Will Cost the Most?
James Allcott is joined by the returning Daniel Cook (@HLTCO) to discuss the ins and outs of every failed ‘out’ over the summer. The pair look at the biggest failed transfers of the summer window, and what would have been the outcomes if these transfers had gone through. Is Maguire leaving the beginning of the end for Man Utd? Is keeping Partey a huge mistake by Arsenal? Will Bayern Munich’s failures on deadline day increase their chances of winning the Champions League? And of course, did Man City’s failed Paqueta move result in some panic buys from Pep?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Daniel Cook
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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9/13/2023 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 39 seconds
Should Arsenal and Man United Be Worried, and Is JWP Being Disrespected?
James Allcott is joined by Dev Bajwa (@ammandev) and Alex Moneypenny (@AMonFootball) to discuss the ripple effects of the season so far, as suggested by YOU. The trio also discuss the truth about Arsenal versus Manchester United at the weekend and what we've learned from the clash. Which Man United players will be hung out to dry, and is Sancho one of them? But also, what has Kai Havertz’s season been like so far, and is Arteta right to stick by him? And of course, why Haaland is the reason Nketiah is Arsenal’s starting striker.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Dev Bajwa and Alex Moneypenny
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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9/6/2023 • 1 hour, 38 minutes, 52 seconds
The Dildo Effect: Past, Present and Future of Deadline Day
James Allcott is once again joined by Fuad Cadani (@FuadCadani), but this time to discuss deadline days past and present. Why did the Everton Dildo change everything for deadline day? Did the Ozil signing mean the end for Unai Emery? Was Luis Suárez the worst thing to ever happen to Brendan Rodgers? And why Salah's departure wins Scotland the Euros …
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Fuad Cadani
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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8/31/2023 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 11 seconds
How Spurs Should Spend That £85M in 'Harry Kane Money'
James Allcott chats with Fuad Cadani (@FuadCadani) about how Tottenham should actually spend the Harry Kane money. Which positions do Tottenham need to strengthen in? How crucial is a striker? Is Brennan Johnson the answer? Does 'Football Manager' have a big part to play? The pair explore options across Europe and even further afield as to who Tottenham should buy before deadline day.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Fuad Cadani
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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8/30/2023 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 45 seconds
The Ultimate Liverpool Ripple Effect XI
James Allcott is joined for the second time this week by Laurence McKenna (@lozcast) and Jamie Slevin to discuss what is truly the most impactful Liverpool XI. What was Steven Gerrard’s biggest moment? What did Jamie Carragher’s own goals in 1999 mean for the club? And what role did John Barnes’s dad play in the film ‘Cool Runnings’?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Laurence McKenna and Jamie Slevin
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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8/25/2023 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 14 seconds
Making Liverpool Title Challengers for Under £115 Million
James Allcott welcomes backs Laurence McKenna and also welcomes Jamie Slevin, who is making his ‘Ripple Effect’ debut. The trio discuss how Liverpool can fix their season and mount a title challenge while also putting forward their options for defensive midfield, center back, and right back. And of course, is it even possible to get all three positions sorted before the window closes?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Laurence McKenna and Jamie Slevin
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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8/23/2023 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 52 seconds
The Ultimate Man United Ripple Effect XI
Culture Cams (@CultureCams) and Lyez Bouzidi (@LyezBouzidi10) make their second appearances of the week. In this episode, the pair and host, James Allcott, sit down to discuss who the most meaningful Manchester United players of all time are. Is Beckham the obvious answer? What is Bobby Charlton’s legacy? Is Gary Neville one of the all-time greats? And can Wayne Rooney even make the team?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Culture Cams and Lyes Bouzidi
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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8/18/2023 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 1 second
How Chelsea Spent £800 Million and Got Away With It
James Allcott welcomes Culture Cams (@CultureCams) as well as Lyes Bouzidi (@LyesBouzidi10), who makes his 'Ripple Effect' debut. The trio dive deep into what recent transfer goings-on mean for the Premier League but also for Europe. How are Chelsea able to spend so much? Have Liverpool just shot themselves in the foot? What is Neymar's legacy? And of course, what's next for all the teams involved?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Culture Cams and Lyes Bouzidi
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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8/15/2023 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 56 seconds
How FPL Is Taking Over Football
James Allcott is joined again by FPL experts Sujan Shah & James Linden to discuss the biggest moments of Fantasy Premier League. Who are the true cult heroes of FPL? What were ‘The Ripple Effects’ of the infamous FPL controversies? Is FPL single-handedly changing the way we view football and how we perceive football fans? And of course, what will the new Premier League stoppage time rules mean for FPL this season?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Sujan Shah and James Linden
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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8/11/2023 • 1 hour, 21 seconds
Predicting the 23/24 FPL Season
James Allcott is joined by ‘FPL’ experts Sujan Shah & James Linden also known as @PlanetFPLPod. The trio put forward their predictions for how the Premier League will pan out this season. Will anyone out-score Erling Haaland this season? Who will be the first manager to go this season? Are there any surprises we should be looking out for? And of course, what does this look like from an FPL perspective?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Sujan Shah & James Linden
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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8/8/2023 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 50 seconds
Luton, Burnley, and Sheffield United: How the Premier League New Boys Change the Premier League
James Allcott sits down to discuss the cost of promotion to and relegation from the Premier League. Joining him is English Football League expert Ali Maxwell from ‘Not the Top 20 Podcast.’ The duo discuss what the season may hold for the newly promoted teams, and how much money you really have to spend to survive in the Premier League. And of course, what the season will hold for the relegated teams: Southampton, Leicester, and Leeds.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Ali Maxwell
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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8/2/2023 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 53 seconds
Mbappe’s Cash Grab, Hendo’s Legacy, and Why the Saudi Pro League Is the Future of Elite Football
James Allcott welcomes back Hugh Woozencroft to discuss the game-changing ripple effects from the Saudi Pro League and why it may benefit some Premier League clubs while also dooming others. Will Mbappe make the move, and will that elevate the league for decades to come? What will the Jordan Henderson transfer mean? And of course, what have we learned from preseason so far?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Hugh Woozencroft
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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7/26/2023 • 1 hour, 43 minutes, 48 seconds
“He’s the Best in the World” | What's Next for England’s U21 Stars
James Allcott is joined by Harry Brooks (@hbrooks_coach), Joe Donnohue (@JoeDonnohue) and the returning Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari) to shine a light on the unearthed gems from the England under-21 squad and what the ripple effects will be from their historic continental triumph. Who are the players that will now look to secure moves? How do we view youth football in England? Does Mudryk need a haircut to save his career? And what is the future of the England national team? And of course, what is Thomas Gravesen’s role in all this?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Harry Brooks, Joe Donnohue and Kweku Afari
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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7/12/2023 • 1 hour, 46 minutes, 20 seconds
The Most Significant Transfer of the Summer Is …
James Allcott is joined by Culture Cams (@Culturecams) and Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari) to discuss the big transfers that have happened so far. Will Mason Mount thrive at Manchester United next season? Is Declan Rice the most important transfer of the summer? What role will Kai Havertz have at Arsenal? And why could the Kim Min-jae transfer to Bayern Munich result in the Wolves being relegated next season?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Culture Cams and Kweku Afari
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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7/5/2023 • 2 hours, 5 minutes, 10 seconds
How To Spend Unai Emery’s £200m Aston Villa War Chest
James Allcott discussed ‘How Aston Villa will set up in 2025’ with Aston Villa fan, broadcaster, and podcaster, Dan Bardell (@DanBardell). The pair discuss what this summer holds for the club with Unai Emery and Monchi set to have a substantial budget and subsequent ample spending power ahead of next season’s European tour.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Dan Bardell
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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6/28/2023 • 1 hour, 36 minutes, 44 seconds
Will Football Always Follow the Highest Bidder?
James Allcott is joined by Flav from ‘The Fighting Cock' to discuss what the future of Tottenham will be and how it will affect the future of football as we know it. The pair discuss the ins and outs, Harry Kane, and who could be the casualties under Ange Postecoglou at Spurs.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Flav
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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6/21/2023 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 25 seconds
Who Is the ‘Apex Predator’ of the 2023 Summer Transfer Window?
James Allcott is joined by European football expert Dougie Critchley to discuss the chain reactions of the biggest transfers this summer. James and Dougie discuss Harry Kane’s future and what that holds for the likes of Kolo Muani, Victor Osimhen, and even Declan Rice. What will the future hold for Kylian Mbappé and PSG? And how does Gianluca Scamacca become involved in all of this?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Dougie Critchley
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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6/14/2023 • 1 hour, 39 minutes, 44 seconds
The UCL Final and How Saudi Arabia Will Affect Football
James Allcott welcomes back @Rimedi to discuss some big topics: the Champions League final between Manchester City and Inter Milan (14:58), the recent moves by the Saudi Pro League and what the huge sums of money being doled out to some of the best players in the world mean for football going forward (38:15). Will the money provided by the state give the league a platform to get to the top five? And will we see a restructuring of European football and, more important, the Champions League?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Rimedi
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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6/8/2023 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 1 second
West Ham Vs. Fiorentina: "47 Years of Hurt Never Stopped Me Dreaming"
James Allcott is joined by Nicky Hawkins from West Ham Fan TV to talk all things West Ham. They discuss last season at Upton Park, what happened to Payet, the real reason Declan Rice has become who he is, and what happens if West Ham win the Europa Conference League. All of this and more in this installment of ‘The Ripple Effect.’
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Nicky Hawkins
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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6/6/2023 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 51 seconds
How Do Man City Fans Really Feel About the Treble?
James Allcott, Ciarán Carlin, and JCC look back at the consequential ripples of being in an FA Cup final and what the ramifications of the big moments have been for clubs such as Everton, Portsmouth, Liverpool, Chelsea, and many more. They also discuss the impending FA Cup final of Manchester City vs. Manchester United and what a potential Manchester City treble could mean for Manchester United’s 1999 treble.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Ciarán Carlin and JCC
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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6/2/2023 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 6 seconds
What Will Be the Aftermath of the ’22-’23 Premier League Season?
James Allcott is joined by Ciarán Carlin and JCC to discuss the ripple effects from the final day of the Premier League season. The trio discuss the high points, the low points, and what the future holds for the likes of Southampton, Aston Villa, Fulham, Leeds, and more. Haaland vs. Kane is also debated: Who is the better player following on from the culmination of the Golden Boot race?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Ciarán Carlin and JCC
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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5/30/2023 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 54 seconds
Where Next for Zaha, Messi, Tielemans and More | This Summer's Top Free Agents
James Allcott and Daniel Cook (@HLTCO) discuss the ‘Free Agents Effect’ and who have been the best free transfers of all time. The pair also discuss who the best free agents this summer could be with Youri Tielemans, Lionel Messi, Wilfried Zaha, and many more up for grabs. And of course, what does the future hold for Liverpool with a quartet of players soon to be leaving for free?
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Daniel Cook
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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5/26/2023 • 59 minutes, 3 seconds
The Defining Moments of the 22/23 Premier League Season
James Allcott looks at the ins and outs of the Premier League season with Daniel Cook (@HLTCO). The pair discuss what have been the defining moments of the Premier League season and what have been the ripples brought to us by the defining moments. The Conte rant, Casemiro’s red card against Palace, the Darwin Nunez effect, and many more key moments all discussed in this week’s episode of ‘The Ripple Effect’.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Daniel Cook
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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5/23/2023 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 4 seconds
Coutinho, Cantona and Quick Corners: The Impact of the Champions League Semifinal Second Leg
James Allcott welcomes back Chris Ryan and Laurence McKenna to discuss the ins, the outs, the good and the bad of the Champions League semifinals and what the unsung casualties have been from what can only be described as the biggest moments in European football heritage. The trio also dive into the interesting parallels between football/the Premier League and basketball/the NBA and what the ripples that bring both sports together are.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Chris Ryan and Laurence McKenna
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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5/19/2023 • 1 hour, 58 minutes, 43 seconds
Pep vs Fergie: Which Manager Has Influenced British Football The Most?
James Allcott and guest, Hugh Woozencroft chat about ‘Manager Disciples’ in football and what have been the ‘Ripple Effects’ of Sir Alex Ferguson, Johan Cruyff, and Sir Bobby Robson, and how their legacy still has an effect on modern day football years after their retirement. The pair also look at who the next disciples will be, with the likes of Xavi, Kompany, and Arteta all graduating from the Pep Guardiola school of football. James and Hugh also have a look at the landscape of thr Premier League after Southampton's relegation. And of course, how Chelsea will fare under Mauricio Pochettino.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Hugh Woozencroft
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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5/16/2023 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 11 seconds
The Ripple Effects of Relegation From the Premier League
James Allcott discusses the relegation battle with representatives from each of the teams involved. Jack from the 'Big Strong Leicester Boys Podcast,' Wolverine from Forest Fan TV, Harry from 'The Saints Score,' Lewis Deighton from LUFC Lewis and @CaiStatsFTBL all join. The landscape of the relegation battle, the ripples that got them to this point and, most important, what will happen moving forward are all discussed.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Jack from the 'Big Strong Leicester Boys Podcast,' Wolverine from Forest Fan TV, Harry from 'The Saints Score,' Lewis Deighton and Cai Jones
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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5/12/2023 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 10 seconds
Are We Witnessing the Revival of Italian Football?
James Allcott sits down for a vibrant discussion all about Serie A and Italian football with Italian football experts Nima Tavallaey Roodsari and Gianni Buttice. The trio talk all things Italian, including Juventus’s crisis, what has happened to Inter and AC Milan, and the enigma that is Romelu Lukaku. They also dive deep into the inner workings of Napoli and how they have gone from top-four challengers to one of the best teams in world football.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Nima Tavallaey Roodsari and Gianni Buttice
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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5/9/2023 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 41 seconds
The Real Winners of the Ballon d'Or, Past, Present, Future
James Allcott is joined by Nubaid Haroon, host of The No Ratings Pod, to discuss the past, present, and future of the Ballon D'or. Who are the runners and riders? What is the fallout from the Ronaldo vs. Messi era? Who are the victims of this? Could Mo Salah and Gareth Bale have won a Ballon D'or if a couple of things went differently? And, of course, what does the future of the award hold for Haaland, Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, and Jude Bellingham?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Nubaid Haroon
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production Supervision: Jonathan Fisher
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5/1/2023 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 13 seconds
10 Transfers That Will Define The 22/23 Premier League Season
James Allcott sits down with Lawrence ‘Buvey’ and @Rimedi to speak about the biggest transfers made in the Premier League this season and what their effects are. What does Mudryk flopping mean for Chelsea’s transfer strategy? How good is Gabriel Jesus? What has his effect been? And many transfers discussed in ‘The Ripple Effect’.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Lawrence “Buvey” and Rimedi
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production Supervision: Jonathan Fisher
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4/28/2023 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 29 seconds
Man City vs. Arsenal Title Decider: How We Got Here
James Allcott is joined by Lawrence “Buvey” and Harry Symeou to discuss the huge moments that have led to the chaotic circumstances of this Premier League season. Where does this start? Does it stem from Arteta signing for Arsenal back in 2011? When did Pep decide to bring in Haaland? What part do Liverpool play in the title race? All discussed in this week’s ‘The Ripple Effect.’
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Lawrence “Buvey” and Harry Symeou
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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4/25/2023 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 34 seconds
Rags to Matt Ritchie: The Truth Behind Newcastle’s Past and Future
James Allcott sits down with broadcaster and Newcastle fan Emil Franchi to dive deep into the ins and outs of the Newcastle takeover. The pair discuss Mike Ashley’s involvement at Newcastle and how it led to the takeover, what's happened since the takeover, the effect on the fans, and what the expectations have become. And, of course: What is the future for Newcastle?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Emil Franchi
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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4/21/2023 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 40 seconds
How UCL Qualification Affects Every Top 4 Contender
James Allcott and Emil Franchi discuss who of Manchester United, Liverpool, Brighton, Tottenham, Newcastle, and Aston Villa will finish in the top four and what Champions League football means for the clubs. The pair also discuss what missing out on Champions League football means for the clubs and who will be the biggest losers from missing out on a coveted fourth-place spot. Can Brighton surprise everyone in the Champions League? What does it mean for the next Spurs manager? What next for Liverpool? All discussed in this week’s episode of 'The Ripple Effect.'
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Emil Franchi
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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4/18/2023 • 1 hour, 17 minutes
The Truth Behind Europe’s Quarterfinals
James Allcott sits down with European football expert Jack Collins to traverse the landscape of European football and to investigate what the future holds for the big dogs across the continent. The pair also discuss why Serie A may become a new powerhouse in the game as they look to regain their '90s status. They also hop over to Italy for a Bayern Munich deep dive as they analyse the current direction of the Bavarian club. And of course, Real Madrid’s Champions League tie against Chelsea.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Jack Collins
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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4/11/2023 • 1 hour, 19 minutes
How the "Gerrard Slip" Stopped Man Utd and Saved Liverpool
James Allcott welcomes back Zac Djellab and Laurence McKenna to discuss the fierce history surrounding Chelsea and Liverpool. Where does the rivalry originate? Is this one of the fiercest rivalries in England? What parts do Rafa Benítez and José Mourinho play in the rivalry and what did their war of words mean for both clubs? And of course why Steven Gerrard is the personification of the rivalry and possibly the most important part of the whole story.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Zac Djellab and Laurence McKenna
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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4/7/2023 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 28 seconds
Potter and Rodgers Sacked. Could Klopp Be Next?
James Allcott is joined by Zac Djellab and Laurence McKenna to unravel the chaos of Chelsea following the sacking of Graham Potter. The trio also discuss the recent dismissal of Brendan Rodgers alongside the Crystal Palace rejuvenation under Roy Hodgson. Who will be the new managers for Leicester and Chelsea? What will the outcomes be if they don’t get it right? And of course, the trio look ahead to the Chelsea vs Liverpool match and what it entails for both clubs!
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Zac Djellab and Laurence McKenna
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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4/4/2023 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 15 seconds
CR7: Football’s Wrecking Ball | The Cristiano Ronaldo Effect
There are endless possibilities and ripples when we talk about Cristiano Ronaldo’s career. In this episode, James Allcott and Joe Thomlinson discuss one of the most unique, exciting, and successful footballing careers in the history of the game. But it could have been oh so different. The pair discuss the move to Arsenal that never was, his move to Real Madrid and why this harmed Karim Benzema, and what his legacy looks like now after his move to Al-Nassr.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Joe Thomlinson
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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3/31/2023 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 45 seconds
The Future of England and the Death of the "No. 10"
James Allcott and Joe Thomlinson sit down to discuss Cesc Fàbregas’s 2020 prediction that no. 10s in football are at the end of their time and why diminutive, creative players are being phased out of modern football. What will this hold for the future of football? Will we ever see another Messi or Maradona? James and Joe also discuss the future of England and why there’s reason to be positive going forward. But has Southgate’s time come to an end, and what should the FA do going forward? Who are the players that can end the England heartbreaks, and could this come as soon as 2028?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Joe Thomlinson
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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3/28/2023 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 28 seconds
“He Defied Science!” The Frank Lampard Effect
James Allcott is joined by Rory Jennings to take a look at the life and times of Frank Lampard. The pair discuss Lampard’s astronomical impact at Chelsea, the ripple that caused the move, and how Lampard has affected the game since going into management. Where next for Frank Lampard? And is he one of the all-time greats of English football?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Rory Jennings
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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3/24/2023 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 41 seconds
Conte vs. the Culture: Breaking Down the Meltdown
James Allcott sits down with Rory Jennings to critically break down THAT Conte interview. They take a close look at who is to blame, the Tottenham culture or Conte himself? James and Rory also break down and read between the lines of the rant. What are the ramifications of this interview? What are the next steps for Tottenham? Which players deserve the criticism? And of course what next for Conte?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Rory Jennings
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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3/21/2023 • 1 hour, 25 seconds
The Truth Behind the Manchester United Takeover Battle
James Allcott is joined by Sam Peoples of United Peoples TV to discuss who the new owners of Manchester United will be. The pair also discuss the fallout from this, such as what Man United would become under Qatari ownership, how much money the prospective new owners can spend and the moral aspects of it all. With Jim Ratcliffe also in contention, James and Sam discuss who the preferred bidder for Man United should be. And of course, which players should the club purchase with the money?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Sam Peoples
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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3/14/2023 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 27 seconds
Seven Years of Farhad Moshiri at Everton
James Allcott is joined by Baz from Toffee TV for a deep dive into Farhad Moshiri’s seven years in charge of Everton. James and Baz look at what the main issues have been over this period and where the real problems are at the club. Looking at the transfers, managerial appointments, and plans for Bramley-Moore stadium, the pair discuss the positive and negative aspects of the Moshiri era.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Baz from Toffee TV
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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3/10/2023 • 1 hour, 38 seconds
How Jude Bellingham Becomes the GOAT
James Allcott sits down with lifelong Birmingham City fan Will Brazier to discuss the recent events at the weekend, including Liverpool’s 7-0 thrashing of Manchester United, Arsenal’s last-gasp winner, and what it means for Reiss Nelson, and of course West Ham’s struggles against Brighton. But most importantly the pair attempt to map out the next 15 years of Jude Bellingham’s career. Who will he sign for this summer? Is he capable of becoming an all-time great? What part does Modric play in this? How important is a Premier League title for Bellingham? Will we see Jude Bellingham back at Birmingham one day? The first player-owner?
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Will Brazier
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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3/7/2023 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 33 seconds
Barcelona 6-1 PSG: The Night That Changed European Football Forever
James Allcott is joined by Ed from PSG Talk alongside Dan Hilton from 'The Barcelona Podcast' to analyze why the Barcelona 6-1 PSG caused shockwaves throughout Europe. Who was impacted the most? Why is Neymar the main character? And who were the real losers from this match? The trio look at the post-event effects of THAT Sergi Roberto goal, THOSE refereeing mistakes, and of course WHAT happened later…
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Ed from PSG Talk, Dan Hilton
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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3/3/2023 • 46 minutes, 25 seconds
How Arsenal Saved Harry Kane's Career and What Marcus Rashford Owes to Adrien Rabiot's Mum
James Allcott is joined by Flav Bateman from 'The Fighting Cock' to discuss how Casemiro is holding the collective hands of every Manchester United player as he elevates them to success and how Harry Kane’s career could have gone down a route entirely different to what we know today. And of course the ripples from the weekend’s action in London, both at Wembley and at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Flav Bateman
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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2/28/2023 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 39 seconds
How Sam Allardyce’s England Changed Everything and Nothing At All
James Allcott is joined by Laurence McKenna to discuss Sam Allardyce’s 67-day stint in charge of the England national team. The pair discuss: what were the short-, medium-, and long-term effects for what was the shortest period in charge from any England manager. What has it meant to Gareth Southgate? Where would he be now without Allardyce leaving? Who are the players who would have made it under Big Sam? All these cosmic ripples are addressed, explained, and evaluated in this installment of ‘The Ripple Effect.’
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Laurence McKenna
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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2/24/2023 • 58 minutes, 46 seconds
The Loris Karius Redemption Ripple and Neil Warnock to Replace Graham Potter?
James Allcott is joined by Laurence McKenna to discuss how Neil Warnock could shepherd in a new wave of managerial appointments. What would happen if Graham Potter were to ACTUALLY get sacked by Chelsea? Was Abramovic the ruthless one or the fan base? And of course with the Loris Karius Cup final on the horizon, we tuck into the ripple effects of a galaxy of cast members that have collided to set up a movie-style moment for Newcastle's third-choice keeper.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Laurence McKenna
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher
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2/22/2023 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 40 seconds
The Rise of Stefan Bajčetić and Elon Musk's Hunt for Influence at Manchester United
The Ripple Effect opens its doors with its first episode. James Allcott and guest Chris Ryan kick off by diving into the ramifications of Conor Coady's upbringing, Rodrigo Bentancur's injury, and that warm, fuzzy feeling that only VAR debacles could bring. It's then time to explore the options that have arisen from the rise to prominence of midfield saviour 18-year-old Stefan Bajčetić in the wake of the Merseyside derby. In terms of top jobs, it doesn't get much bigger than Manchester United and more volatile than Elon Musk. Why is Elon so fascinated with the Red Devils? All that and more in the first chapter of The Ripple Effect...
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Chris Ryan
Producer: Jonathan Fisher
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2/14/2023 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 43 seconds
Introducing: The Ripple Effect
Join James Allcott, a YouTuber, broadcaster, and football enthusiast, as he takes you on a journey through The Ripple Effect, a captivating football podcast. James and his expert guests delve into the complex and far-reaching consequences of the beautiful game, exploring the impact of both current events and pivotal moments from the past.
From the pitch to the lives of those involved, every action in football has the potential to create a Ripple Effect, shaping the outcome of the game and leaving a lasting impression. James and his guests bring a fresh perspective, analyzing the numerous ramifications of the sport and how they have impacted the game we all love.
Tune in every week and immerse yourself in the world of football as James Allcott and his guests navigate The Ripple Effect.
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