The Ripple Effect with James Lawrence Allcott

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Geoff Shreeves: The Art of The Interview Apr 05, 2024

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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 support the work of the charity.

Host: James Allcott

Guests: Geoff Shreeves

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher

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Liverpool and Lasagna: Answering Your Biggest Questions Apr 03, 2024

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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.

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Host: James Allcott

Guests: Cai Jones

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher

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Football Awards That Nobody Wants Mar 29, 2024

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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 winners and losers for multiple categories with some unlikely winners—and some unfortunate losers.

Host: James Allcott

Guest: Nieve Petruzziello

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher

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Ranking Every England Player Under Gareth Southgate Mar 27, 2024

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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

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James Allcott Answers Questions He Doesn’t Want to Answer Mar 19, 2024

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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

Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher

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Ranking Every Jose Mourinho Chelsea Signing Mar 13, 2024

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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 McSkimming

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How Not To Ruin A Football Club Mar 08, 2024

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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: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

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Asking A Real Football Manager Questions He's Scared To Answer. Mar 06, 2024

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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 Bonner

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

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The Hidden Threat of Burnout in Football Management Feb 28, 2024

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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

Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher

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Have Barca Become Powerless to Real Madrid’s Future Dominance? Feb 23, 2024

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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 horizon.

Host: James Allcott

Guests: Daniel Cook and Henry Hill

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher

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