Poddenham Podspur (Spurs Podcast)

Iain chats with Mike Leigh about his Tottenham Hotspur podcasting career. Mike is the founder, co-producer and co-host of the longest-running Tottenham Hotspur podcast, The Spurs Show. He reflects on podding about Spurs for nearly twenty years, his favorite guests, who's on his wish list, living in Portugal, and shares some behind the scenes anecdotes. Listen to The Spurs Show here: https://po...

In this episode, Iain talks about Fabio Paratici's return to Tottenham Hotspur as co-Sporting Director after serving a30 month ban on any involvement in football operations (other than consultancy, apparently). Listen for an overview of Paratici's career, his work at Spurs with Johan Lange, and how Spurs podcasts have reacted to his transfers and controversies. COYS. ##### Podcasts discuss...

Iain chats with one of the co-hosts of Grumpy Old Spurs, David Harris, about 10+ years of being a Tottenham Hotspur podcaster, starting a new show, living in Australia, and the power of being grumpy from time to time. Watch Grumpy Old Spurs on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LadsItsTottenham Follow David on X/Twitter: @davidmha71 ###### Music by Neb Economou (@tedcruzinusa.bsky.social) Follow Po...

In this episode, Iain is joined by Matt (@radicals-roots.bsky.social) to chat about the merits of patience in football discourse, examples of impatience, and the factors which have contributed to the current atmosphere. #COYS #THFC #Tottenham #Spurs Music by Neb Economou (Bluesky: @tedcruzinusa.bsky.social) Follow Poddenham Podspur on Bluesky: @poddenhampodspur.bsky.social Email the show: poddenha...

Take a deep dive into the world of Spurs fan livestreaming by examining one of the most popular Tottenham fan channels producing producing matchday vlogs on YouTube, WeAreTottenhamTV, and who might enjoy this type of content. COYS References:Who needs Soccer Saturday? The fans putting it all out there on YouTube - https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/54607473 Music by Neb Economou (@tedcruzinusa.bsk...

There's over 100 Spurs podcasts but are they all the same? Iain examines the portfolio of Tottenham pods, looking at their formats, location, publication frequency and more, plus emerging trends and gaps. COYS ##### Music by Neb Economou (@tedcruzinusa.bsky.social) ##### Follow the show on Bluesky (@poddenhampodspur.bsky.social) or email poddenhampodspur@gmail.com ##### Thanks to all the Spurs...

A summer of change continues at Tottenham Hotspur with the departure of chairman Daniel Levy after decades of dominating discourse among Spurs fans. Iain digs into how they reacted to the news, described Levy's legacy, and feel about the new norm in N17. COYS ##### Music by Neb Economou (@tedcruzinusa.bsky.social) ##### Follow the pod: @poddenhampodspur.bsky.social or email poddenhampodspur@gm...

Spurs have undergone fundamental change this summer unlike anything fans have experienced in decades. Tottenham changed coaches, captains, and the chairman, Daniel Levy. Iain unpacks how Tottenham podcasters have processed these new and uncertain times. COYS ##### Music by Neb Economou (Bluesky: @tedcruzinusa.bsky.social) ##### Follow the pod on Bluesky @poddenhampodspur.bsky.social ##### Podcasts...

Spurs Women begin their 25/26 WSL campaign this weekend. Iain discusses the highs and lows of the team and reviews the three podcasts that cover them: N17 Women, Hometown Glory, and The Tottenham Depot. Listen to Hometown Glory's season preview here: https://shows.acast.com/6166a5b881a77f0012f27d9e/68b8bf7e7450e0cb417b7470 COYSW! ###### Music by Neb Economou (@tedcruzinusa.bsky.social) Follow...

Iain sits down with Flav Bateman to chat about his career as a Tottenham Hotspur podcaster. From recording in a derelict pub to now running one of the most popular football podcasts, Flav reflects on some of his accomplishments, challengers, and what makes The Fighting Cock a cornerstone of the Spurs fandom. ##### Listen to Flav on The Fighting Cock (https://podfollow.com/the-fighting-cock/view),...

Spurs won a trophy a few months ago! So, why does the mood around Tottenham online spaces feel so glum? Iain is joined by Mark and Matt from THFC Bluesky (a.k.a. COYSky) to talk about how Tottenham fans process frustrations, their causes, and share their tips on remaining positive. Follow Matt @radicals-roots.bsky.social and Mark @stowellym.bsky.social because they're good dudes. Music by Nec...

Tottenham Hotspur fans are spoiled for choice when it comes to podcasts—but which one truly rules the airwaves? Poddenham Podspur dives deep into the world of Spurs fan-created audio and video, using data to dissect the most popular and influential Spurs podcasts out there. COYS ###### Get in touch: Bluesky: @poddenhampodspur.bsky.social Email: poddenhampodspur@gmail.com Thanks to: u/annyong333 fo...

Iain chats with good friend and football renaissance man Mike Steenstra about his podcast (Rooster And The Villain), organizing community events (The World Cup Pop Up), running an Official Supporters Club, developing an obsession with lower tier US soccer, and doing all this while being a dad. Follow Mike on X (@RoosterVillain), Bluesky (@roostervillain.bsky.social), or Instagram (@the_footyclub)....

Iain reflects on the Ange Postecoglou era at Tottenham Hotspur the only way he knows how: by listening to Spurs podcasts. Listen for a summary of how supporters voiced their feelings on sacking Ange, debated the merits of hiring Brentford's Thomas Frank, expressed animosity towards the THFC board, and what all this means for the Club's identity. COYS ****** Follow the pod on Bluesky: @podd...

Iain sits down with Gareth Dace to talk about his book, 'Is Gascoigne Going To Have A Crack? Spurs In The 90s", compare how the club and fan culture has changed over three decades, discuss Tottenham Hotspur heroes and villains, and offer a few historical podcast recommendations for your summer travels. COYS ########## Follow Gareth on Bluesky: @80s90sspursbooks.bsky.social Buy "Is Ga...

How do you learn to produce and market a Spurs podcast? In this episode, iain chats with Guy Varela about his passion for Tottenham Hotspur, his podcast (Hotspur State of Mind), and how making a podcast is linked to his college studies. COYS *********** Listen to Hotspur State of Mind on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xGMh4Nf0OYnBpRqkvuFk6?si=e3595d8b3f5d4144 Visit the show's website: htt...

Tottenham Hotspur won the Europa League but more importantly how do the Spurs podcasters feel about this? iain talks about the shows he listened to, reflects on the importance of this win for the THFC community, and enjoys the good vibes. COYS Music by Neb Economou Spurs Pod Bibliography: Dr. Tottenham, The View From The Lane, Come And Discuss Spurs, Tottenham Home and Away, Rule The Roost, The Ex...

Spurs are days away from playing Manchester United in the 2025 Europa League final and iain explores how each fanbases' podcasters are approaching the final. Follow the show on Bluesky @poddenhampodspur.bsky.social or email poddenhampodspur@gmail.com. Music by Neb Economou. Podcasts listened to: Spurs An Echo Of Glory Chris Cowlin Come and Discuss Spurs (CADS) Durag Diaries Hollie's Hotspu...

TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR ARE IN THE EUROPA LEAGUE FINAL AND THE SPURS PODCASTERS ARE VERY EXCITED. IAIN DISSECTS THEIR EXCITEMENT AND WHAT IT MEANS FOR SPURS. Follow the show on Bluesky: @poddenhampodspur.bsky.social Email: poddenhampodspur@gmail.com Music by Neb Economou. Podcasts listened to (deep breath): Rule The Roost, An Echo Of Glory, Tottenham Boys Makin' All The Noise, The Cheese Room, Spurr...

Is it really a Spurs podcast if you haven't hosted a listener Q&A? Stay to the end for a mini review of the infamous and depraved listener questions submitted to The Fighting Cock. COYS Follow the show @poddenhampodspur.bsky.social or email poddenhampodspur@gmail.com [Intro song by Neb Economou]

iain decides to psychoanalyze Spurs podcasters and makes sweeping generalizations about complete strangers. Listen for comparisons between career podcasters to hobbyists and Spurs lifers to newcomers, while iain tries to figure out the "why" of the Spurs podosphere. COYS **** Intro song by the lovely Neb Economou

This week, iain and special guest (and provider of intro songs) Neb Economou talk about The Spurs Show. The guys overanalyze the pod's history, vibes, characters, business, and more.

Tottenham Hotspur are through to the Europa League semi finals and iain was challenged to review how the Spurs podcasters are reacting to Ange Postecoglou still being in a job. By the way, iain also fixed this show's sound levels so he isn't so quiet. Sorry about the other episodes. He's a luddite. Harry Sherlock's JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/page/harry-sherlock-med...

iain spends some time talking about the Change For Tottenham (@changeforspurs) fan movement and the livestream podcast content they've been producing in support of their protests against the Spurs ownership group. Learn more about CfT: https://changefortottenham.com/ linktr.ee/changeforspurs Other podcasts reviewed (alphabetical) Come And Discuss Spurs (CADS) Doctor Tottenham Rule The Roost The Ex...

Tottenham Hotspur just beat Southampton 3-1 so let's check in on our favorite podcasters for a vibe check. This week's mini-episode is brought to you by the letter "F", as iain ranks the pods by their colorful use of language. Follow the show on Bluesky: @poddenhampodspur.bsky.social Podcasts Discussed (A-Z): An Echo Of Glory Come And Discuss Spurs Echoes Of Glory Oh So Spurs Rul...