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Rule The Roost - A Tottenham Hotspur Podcast

RTR Extra: Philip Spencer

Speaking with author, professor of holocaust studies and Spurs season ticket holder Philip Spencer, Jack explores the use of the 'y word' and the surrounding issue of antisemitism in the context of Tottenham Hotspur.

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  • 63. Shape Up

    01:23:48||Season 8, Ep. 63
    Jack welcomes a man who needs no introduction (Ricky from Lads Anonymous/The Fighting Cock) back to the podcast to delve fully into international break listlessness.Were we expecting Ange to be sacked? Should he be sacked? What are our and your thoughts on Djed Spence's appearance on Rio's podcast? Cristian Romero and selling at the 'right time'...and while we're on centre backs, we say goodbye to Jan and Toby.Buckle up, it's a longy but it's a goody.
  • 62. Bring Your Own Blockbuster

    01:16:47||Season 8, Ep. 62
    With no Premier League action to stress over, Jack is joined by presenter, producer and Bring Your Own Blockbuster co-host Ben Haines for a special Rule the Roost x BYOB crossover episode.The pair look back on a heartwarming afternoon at White Hart Lane as Spurs legends rolled back the years against AC Milan. There’s plenty of nostalgia, a few tears, and even a car park run-in with Ledley King that Ben won’t forget in a hurry.Then, in true BYOB style, Jack and Ben dive into the cinematic ‘classic’ Goal! The Dream Begins (2005). Why did they cast someone who can’t play football to star in a football film? That soundtrack. That dodgy nurse's outfit. And, was the game better back then, or are we just all a bit too online now?If you enjoy this episode, don’t forget to check out Bring Your Own Blockbuster wherever you get your podcasts – and follow the show on socials @byobpod.
  • 61. Will We Ever See Spurs Win Something Again?

    01:01:42||Season 8, Ep. 61
    Daniel Levy has been spotted having coffees with Mauricio Pochettino, is this the end for Ange? Jack welcomes Gavin to the show to discuss this, the passing of time, Djed Spence, international breaks and much more. Enjoy!
  • 60. RTR EXTRA: Fulham 2-0 Tottenham

    01:08:16||Season 8, Ep. 60
    Spurs lose again, this time at the hands of a ruthless Fulham side. Rodrigo Muniz and ex-Spur Ryan Sessegnon did the damage, leaving Tottenham with more questions than answers. Has the Ange revolution hit a dead end? Is this the beginning of the end for Postecoglou? Join Jack as he asks the big question - where do Spurs go from here?
  • 59. RTR EXTRA: Tottenham 3-1 AZ

    43:31||Season 8, Ep. 59
    Tottenham are through to the Europa League quarter-finals after a massive 3-1 win over AZ Alkmaar, and Jack is here to react to a huge European night for Spurs. How did Ange’s side turn it around after the first-leg setback? Who were the standout performers? And what does this mean for the rest of the season?Get involved in the chat, share your thoughts, and let’s enjoy a rare stress-free post-match debrief together.
  • 58. Toxic

    53:46||Season 8, Ep. 58
    Tottenham’s season is reaching a crucial point, and Jack is joined by Bardi from The Extra Inch to break it all down. Spurs battled back to salvage a 2-2 draw against Bournemouth at the weekend, why did it feel so underwhelming - and did it put you off Iraola? We also discuss Kevin Danso’s injury and what it says about the balance between Ange Postecoglou’s high-intensity methods and Tottenham’s ongoing fitness concerns.With a make-or-break second leg against AZ Alkmaar looming, we look ahead to a huge night in Europe. Can Spurs turn it around, and what’s at stake for Postecoglou if they don’t? Plus, we assess the growing debate over Spurs’ injury record and whether there’s a deeper issue at play.Plenty to get stuck into, let us know your thoughts, and don’t forget to subscribe, leave ratings etc
  • 57. RTR EXTRA: Tottenham 2-2 Bournemouth

    38:37||Season 8, Ep. 57
    Spurs got through this one by the skin of their teeth... another totally inept performance from Ange Postecoglou's side. The manager must surely be close to the end of his time as Spurs boss?
  • 56. RTR EXTRA: AZ 1-0 Tottenham

    42:56||Season 8, Ep. 56
    Tottenham have lost away in the Netherlands following one of the most pedestrian performances they've mustered in recent times. Just what on earth is going on?
  • 55. Cristian Romer-Go?

    01:11:41||Season 8, Ep. 55
    Jack welcomes friend of the show Tahm Fowens back into the mix for his hot takes and big opinions on Cristian Romero and Argentina. Should we be frustrated, or just accept that footballers love representing their countries? Or is the real issue Romero’s constant unavailability?We then turn to the AZ game, sparking memories of Spurs’ near-misses in Europe over the years - wouldn’t it be nice to finally get one over the line? But why do English teams so often lack the grit their European counterparts seem to have in this competition?The show wraps up with a couple of quizzes - possibly the best or worst thing you’ll hear in a long time.