The Ripple Effect with James Lawrence Allcott

James Allcott is joined by QPR star and former Premier player Isaac Hayden for the second part of this bumper episode. Together, they discuss Isaac’s time at Arsenal and what Mikel Arteta was like as a player. They also talk about his experience being coached by Arsene Wenger, before looking at Jamaica’s ambition to get to the World Cup! Host: James AllcottGuest: Isaac HaydenProducer: Cai JonesEdi...

James Allcott is joined by current Queens Park Ranger and former Premier League footballer Isaac Hayden (@isaachayden1995). Together, they chat about what really goes on inside a dressing room and lift the lid on some totally unexpected activities and preferences. They also discuss how these things are seen as normal within a Premier League squad. Host: James Allcott Guest: Isaac Hayden Producer:...

James Allcott is joined by Jordan Macauley (⁠@Jordan_TLP⁠) to discuss how the Premier League’s new financial rules will affect the clubs involved. You can see more of Jordan on his YouTube channel. Host: James AllcottGuest: Jordan MacauleyProducer: Cai JonesEditor: Finn McSkimmingAdditional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by leadership mentor Steve Sallis (@stevensallis) to analyse the mindset of what makes a professional footballer. They discuss how footballers are forced to overcome adversity and the mental hurdles that often come with that. Learn more about the solutions mindset of athletes here. You can also buy Steve's book 'How Not to Be a Leadership Dickhead' here. Host: James Allcott...

James Allcott is joined by leadership mentor Steve Sallis (@stevensallis) to discuss the psychology of elite athletes. Together, they talk about the mindset and mental battles of footballers in extreme high-pressure scenarios and what challenges they face. Learn more about the solutions mindset of athletes here. You can also buy Steve's book 'How Not to Be a Leadership Dickhead' here. Host: James...

James Allcott is joined by Jordan Macauley (@Jordan_TLP) to discuss the financial decision behind sacking a manager. Together, they talk about why clubs don’t necessarily care about the financial implications of letting a manager go, and why this has become such a common theme in today’s game. You can see more of Jordan on his YouTube channel. Host: James AllcottGuest: Jordan MacauleyProducer: Cai...

James Allcott is joined by Clive Palmer (@Clivepafc) and Jacob Hawley (@hawleyjacob) to discuss Arsenal’s season in depth. The trio talk about the ins and outs that have gotten Arsenal to this point, whilst taking a look at why Mikel Arteta needs this Premier League title more than anyone else. Host: James AllcottGuests: Clive Palmer and Jacob HawleyProducer: Cai JonesEditor: Finn McSkimmingAdditi...

James Allcott is joined by Clive Palmer (@clivepafc) and Jacob Hawley (@hawleyjacob) to discuss all the action from the latest weekend of Premier League football. The trio discuss the fallout from Liverpool vs. Manchester City—was that really a red card?! They also take a look at Michael Carrick and why his Manchester United team can’t stop winning, whilst also touching on all the potential conseq...

James Allcott is joined by Raees Mahmood (@Pythaginboots) to take a look at the most expensive January signings. Together, they break down the transfers and analyse if the signings can work over the short and long term, before addressing whether the moves suit the clubs and the players involved. You can see more of Raees on his YouTube channel. Host: James AllcottGuest: Raees MahmoodProducer: Cai...

James Allcott is joined by Raees Mahmood (@Pythaginboots) to discuss the latest drama that unfolded over the weekend. Together, they take a look at how Jérémy Jacquet’s future arrival at Liverpool affects the squad and whether it was a smart purchase or not. They also dive into Manchester United’s current form under Michael Carrick, whilst discussing Liam Rosenior’s Chelsea and how he has extended...

James Allcott is joined by Joe Thomlinson (@joethomlinson) to pick apart the latest action from the Premier League. The duo first takes a look at how Michael Carrick’s new-look Manchester United have blown the title race wide open. They also assess the reaction of Arsenal fans to the defeat at the Emirates. Finally, they discuss how West Ham’s recent form has shaken up the relegation battle and mu...

James Allcott is joined by Nedum Onuoha (@kickback_nedum) and Nieve Petruzziello (@StuntPegg) to analyse every emergency signing that each Premier League club could make. Together, they take a look at players who could help plug some gaps for some teams or take others to the next level. Host: James Allcott Guests: Nieve Petruzziello and Nedum Onuoha Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Addi...

James Allcott is joined by Nedum Onuoha (@kickback_nedum) and Nieve Petruzziello (@StuntPegg) to discuss all the latest talking points from this weekend’s action. Together, they chat about the latest case of Premier League managers at risk: why Michael Carrick beating Pep Guardiola could see England with a new manager at the 2028 Euros; whilst taking a look at Liam Rosenior’s first two games at th...

James Allcott is joined by Rory Jennings (@ChelseaRory) and Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari) to sift through the Chelsea squad. As a trio, they analyse and predict the future of every Chelsea player under Liam Rosenior. You can see more of Rory at his YouTube channel. You can also see more of Kweku at his YouTube channel. Host: James Allcott Guests:  Rory Jennings and Kweku Afari Producer: Cai Jones Edi...

James Allcott is joined by Rory Jennings (⁠@ChelseaRory⁠) and Kweku Afari (⁠@Kweku_Afari)⁠ to discuss this week’s latest hot topics. Together, they discuss whether Michael Carrick can be the one to save Manchester United and whether Liam Rosenior is the correct choice for Chelsea, and they take a look at the current situation at Spurs. You can see more of Rory on his ⁠YouTube⁠ channel. You can als...

James Allcott sits down with Paul Machin (@ThePaulMachin) to look at the Liverpool situation and how they will look to grow as a club over the next three seasons: How do they replace Salah? Who will they build the team around? Which contracts may be an issue? And which direction will the executives want to take the club over the next few years? You can see more of Paul on his YouTube channel. Host...

James Allcott is joined by Paul Machin (⁠@ThePaulMachin⁠) to unpack all of the recent Premier League drama. Together, they make sense of the current Manchester United situation and Ruben Amorim’s sacking. They also take a look at Liam Rosenior and how his tenure at Chelsea may play out. You can see more of Paul on his YouTube channel. Host: James AllcottGuest: Paul MachinProducer: Cai JonesEditor:...

James Allcott is joined by JJ Bull (⁠@jj_bull⁠) to discuss the most influential footballers/football people of the year. Together, they take a look at the most talked-about people, discussing their impact on 2025.Source: ⁠Fan Narrative⁠You can see more of JJ on his ⁠YouTube⁠ channel. Host: James AllcottGuest: JJ BullProducer: Cai JonesEditor: Finn McSkimmingAdditional Production: Patris Gordon Lea...

James Allcott is joined by a big line up of Flav (@flav_bateman), Nieve (@stuntpegg), Ellis (@ellis_platten), Lyes (@LyesBouzidi10), Ollie (@talkcpfc) and quizmaster Cai (@ProducerCai). In their teams they answer questions from every month of the year as it happened. But who will take home the fantastic prize on offer? Host: James Allcott Guests: Flav Bateman, Nieve Petruzziello, Ellis Platten, Ly...

James Allcott is joined by JJ Bull (⁠@jj_bull⁠) to discuss players who may currently be considered underperformers but could possibly become key factors for other clubs. The pair also discuss Enzo Maresca's and Ruben Amorim’s comments and how they could each affect their clubs going forward. You can find JJ Bull on his ⁠YouTube⁠ channel. Host: James AllcottGuest: JJ BullProducer: Cai JonesEditor:...

James Allcott is joined by Ben Bowman (@ben_bowman) and Karel Prince (@karelprince_) to analyse the value of potential transfers that may happen in January. Together, they look at the different factors affecting a transfer’s value, such as age, price, and contract. They then rank the value of the transfer and which club may be interested. Host: James Allcott Guests: Ben Bowman and Karel Prince Pro...

James Allcott is joined by Ben Bowman (@ben_bowman) and Karel Prince (@karelprince_) to take a look at the Mohamed Salah situation. The trio also discuss the title race and who is in the strongest position to take on Arsenal. Host: James Allcott Guests: Ben Bowman and Karel Prince Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

James Allcott is joined by Nieve Petruzziello (@StuntPegg) to give one prediction for every Premier League club. Will Mikel Arteta get Arsenal over the line? What will be the ripples of his first title win with the Gunners? Which managers will move on? And will Liverpool see a major reshuffle? Host: James Allcott Guest: Nieve Petruzziello Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Prod...

James Allcott is joined by Ripple Effect regular Nieve Petruzziello (@StuntPegg). In this episode, they analyse Liverpool's recent form and decide who should stay and who needs to move on. Does Liverpool need a squad revamp? Are there some players that must go? And which ones are untouchable? Host: James Allcott Guest: Nieve Petruzziello Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Produ...

ames Allcott is joined by Dougie Critchley (⁠@DougieCritchley⁠) to take a look at one player from every Premier League club we should be keeping a close eye on in 2026. Should all the focus be on Estevao? Can Kobbie Mainoo turn it around? And will Harry Gray get thrusted into the limelight? Host: James Allcott Guest: Dougie Critchley Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Productio...