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The Ripple Effect with James Lawrence Allcott

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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.

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Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

The Ripple Effect Big Fat Quiz of The Year 25.12.2023

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 yo...

The Top Moments of 2023 21.12.2023

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: Ja...

The Story Behind Messi’s World Cup Win | With Guillem Balague 18.12.2023

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 footba...

Who Were The Ten Best Players In 2023? 14.12.2023

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 ch...

Have Arsenal Found Their Missing Pieces? 06.12.2023

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...

How YouTube Changed Football 01.12.2023

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 creat...

Footballs Greatest Bicycle-Kicks Deconstructed 29.11.2023

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,...

How Many of the Man United Squad Have a Long-Term Future? 23.11.2023

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 the players are that can’t or won’t be sold from now until then. Is there a place on the team for Harry Maguire? Is he their best defender right now? Are we seeing an Aaron Wan-Bissaka remontada? And wh...

Why GW12 Will Define the Season, Cold Palmer, Trippier’s Trap, and Why Bernardo is Golden 15.11.2023

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 the...

Life After Messi Vs. Ronaldo: Which Rivalries Will Take Over 10.11.2023

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 greate...

Chelsea’s £1 Billion Gamble: How Much Will They Make Back? 08.11.2023

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 Che...

Is Blaming the Glazers a Convenient Excuse? 01.11.2023

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 Prod...

Seven Premier League Managers That Will Get the Sack | The Pyramids of Allcott 27.10.2023

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...

Mykhailo Mudryk’s Trial by Social Media and Exploring Football’s Future Certainties 25.10.2023

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"...

The Pyramids of Allcott: Premier League Managers | Feat. Sharky and Fuad 20.10.2023

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: Fin...

Sharky Is President of Football 18.10.2023

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 Ars...

Asking a Doctor Why Premier League Injuries Are on The Rise 13.10.2023

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...

The Remaining Defining Fixtures of 2023 12.10.2023

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...

How Arsenal Vs. Man City Affects the Whole Premier League Season 06.10.2023

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...

What If VAR Never Existed? 04.10.2023

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: Reube...

Why Ancelotti’s Defining Era Continues to Redefine Football 01.10.2023

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 Learn more about you...

Tearing Apart That Awful Top 100 Players of All Time List 22.09.2023

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 sho...

Why 5-Foot-8 Goalkeepers Are the Future 20.09.2023

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...

Maguire or Partey? Which Failed Transfer Will Cost the Most? 13.09.2023

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 failu...

Should Arsenal and Man United Be Worried, and Is JWP Being Disrespected? 08.09.2023

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...

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