The Ripple Effect with James Lawrence Allcott

James Allcott is joined by a star studded lineup 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 al...

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 Fi...

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 Addition...

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...

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...

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...

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 Learn more about your ad cho...

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...

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...

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:...

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 Bonne...

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 Addit...

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 horiz...

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...

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 A...

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...

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 Learn more about you...

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...

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...

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 Mo...

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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...

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices