The Ripple Effect with James Lawrence Allcott

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Predicting the World Cup Semi-Finals Jul 13, 2026

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James and Joe are back together to preview and predict the 2026 World Cup semi-final matches; France v. Spain, and England v. Argentina. The boys have got the tactics board out to go through everything you need to know ahead of this all-timer of a final four.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Joe Thomlinson
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Patris Gordon

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Norway 1-2 England! Reaction and Player Ratings Jul 12, 2026

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England are through to the semi-finals! With resident co-host Joe Thomlinson unavailable for selection today, the wonderful Flav (@Flav_Bateman) gets the call-up to analyse the events of the game and rate and rank the players' and also the managers' performances.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Flav Bateman
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Patris Gordon

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Predicting The World Cup Quarter Finals Jul 08, 2026

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James and Joe sit down following the completion of the round of 16 to give their predictions for the quarter final stage. Together they look at Argentina and just how likely they are to make it following the drama against Egypt, England’s chances against Norway, and can Morocco upset France?

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England Beat Mexico 3-2!! I Reaction and Player Ratings Jul 06, 2026

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In the early hours of Monday morning, amidst endless chatter about the altitude and weather delays, Thomas Tuchel's England put on a magnificent display to beat Mexico 3-2. James and Joe give their jubilant reactions and rate and rank the players' performances. Come on, England!

Host: James Allcott
Guest: Joe Thomlinson
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Patris Gordon

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Rating Every England Player vs DR Congo Jul 02, 2026

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James and Joe sit down to reflect on England’s late turnaround against DR Congo. Together, they look through the team, analysing every individual performance and what lessons must be learned before the round of 16 tie against Mexico.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Joe Thomlinson
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Patris Gordon

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Predicting Every Round of 32 Shock and an England vs. Congo Preview Jul 01, 2026

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With the group stage complete, James and Joe look back on their (at times woeful) pretournament predictions, predict the shocks to come in the round of 32, and give a preview of England's next game against Congo. They also discuss some potential transfer rumours and done deals from the past couple of weeks.
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Joe Thomlinson
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Patris Gordon

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England 2-0 Panama | Reactions + Player Ratings Jun 28, 2026

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James and Joe sit down to analyse what we really learned from England’s 2-0 win over Panama in their final group game. Together, they discuss some of the potential issues still hanging over England whilst also looking at what potential lessons they’ve learned heading into the knockouts.

Host: James Allcott

Guest: Joe Thomlinson

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

Additional Production: Patris Gordon

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Scotland Hanging By A Thread & Have Brazil Just Arrived? Jun 25, 2026

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Scotland Hanging by a Thread, and Have Brazil Just Arrived?
James and Joe give their reaction to Brazil’s 3-0 win over Scotland. Together, they look at what could be next for Scotland with the precarious position they now find themselves in. They also take a look at Brazil and what this World Cup could hold for them!
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Joe Thomlinson
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Patris Gordon

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The Concerns After England 0-0 Ghana Jun 24, 2026

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James Allcott is joined by Joe Thomlinson to discuss the ins and outs of the 0-0 draw against Ghana. They look at the potential problems with the system and how to address them before analysing if the draw is actually worrying.

Host: James Allcott

Guest: Joe Thomlinson

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

Additional Production: Patris Gordon

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Ranking Every Team At The World Cup So Far Jun 22, 2026

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James Allcott is joined by Joe Thomlinson to rank every World Cup team’s performance so far in the tournament. Together, they look at which teams have underdelivered, which teams have surprised us, and who could genuinely go all the way!
Host: James Allcott
Guest: Joe Thomlinson
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Patris Gordon

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