The Ripple Effect with James Lawrence Allcott

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CR7: Football’s Wrecking Ball | The Cristiano Ronaldo Effect Mar 31, 2023

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There are endless possibilities and ripples when we talk about Cristiano Ronaldo’s career. In this episode, James Allcott and Joe Thomlinson discuss one of the most unique, exciting, and successful footballing careers in the history of the game. But it could have been oh so different. The pair discuss the move to Arsenal that never was, his move to Real Madrid and why this harmed Karim Benzema, and what his legacy looks like now after his move to Al-Nassr.

Host: James Allcott

Guest: Joe Thomlinson

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher

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The Future of England and the Death of the "No. 10" Mar 28, 2023

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James Allcott and Joe Thomlinson sit down to discuss Cesc Fàbregas’s 2020 prediction that no. 10s in football are at the end of their time and why diminutive, creative players are being phased out of modern football. What will this hold for the future of football? Will we ever see another Messi or Maradona? James and Joe also discuss the future of England and why there’s reason to be positive going forward. But has Southgate’s time come to an end, and what should the FA do going forward? Who are the players that can end the England heartbreaks, and could this come as soon as 2028?

Host: James Allcott

Guest: Joe Thomlinson

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher

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“He Defied Science!” The Frank Lampard Effect Mar 24, 2023

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James Allcott is joined by Rory Jennings to take a look at the life and times of Frank Lampard. The pair discuss Lampard’s astronomical impact at Chelsea, the ripple that caused the move, and how Lampard has affected the game since going into management. Where next for Frank Lampard? And is he one of the all-time greats of English football?

Host: James Allcott

Guest: Rory Jennings

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher

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Conte vs. the Culture: Breaking Down the Meltdown Mar 21, 2023

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James Allcott sits down with Rory Jennings to critically break down THAT Conte interview. They take a close look at who is to blame, the Tottenham culture or Conte himself? James and Rory also break down and read between the lines of the rant. What are the ramifications of this interview? What are the next steps for Tottenham? Which players deserve the criticism? And of course what next for Conte?

Host: James Allcott

Guest: Rory Jennings

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher

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The Truth Behind the Manchester United Takeover Battle Mar 14, 2023

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James Allcott is joined by Sam Peoples of United Peoples TV to discuss who the new owners of Manchester United will be. The pair also discuss the fallout from this, such as what Man United would become under Qatari ownership, how much money the prospective new owners can spend and the moral aspects of it all. With Jim Ratcliffe also in contention, James and Sam discuss who the preferred bidder for Man United should be. And of course, which players should the club purchase with the money?

Host: James Allcott

Guest: Sam Peoples

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher

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Seven Years of Farhad Moshiri at Everton Mar 10, 2023

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James Allcott is joined by Baz from Toffee TV for a deep dive into Farhad Moshiri’s seven years in charge of Everton. James and Baz look at what the main issues have been over this period and where the real problems are at the club. Looking at the transfers, managerial appointments, and plans for Bramley-Moore stadium, the pair discuss the positive and negative aspects of the Moshiri era.

Host: James Allcott

Guest: Baz from Toffee TV

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher

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How Jude Bellingham Becomes the GOAT Mar 07, 2023

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James Allcott sits down with lifelong Birmingham City fan Will Brazier to discuss the recent events at the weekend, including Liverpool’s 7-0 thrashing of Manchester United, Arsenal’s last-gasp winner, and what it means for Reiss Nelson, and of course West Ham’s struggles against Brighton. But most importantly the pair attempt to map out the next 15 years of Jude Bellingham’s career. Who will he sign for this summer? Is he capable of becoming an all-time great? What part does Modric play in this? How important is a Premier League title for Bellingham? Will we see Jude Bellingham back at Birmingham one day? The first player-owner?

Host: James Allcott

Guest: Will Brazier

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher

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Barcelona 6-1 PSG: The Night That Changed European Football Forever Mar 03, 2023

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James Allcott is joined by Ed from PSG Talk alongside Dan Hilton from 'The Barcelona Podcast' to analyze why the Barcelona 6-1 PSG caused shockwaves throughout Europe. Who was impacted the most? Why is Neymar the main character? And who were the real losers from this match? The trio look at the post-event effects of THAT Sergi Roberto goal, THOSE refereeing mistakes, and of course WHAT happened later…

Host: James Allcott

Guest: Ed from PSG Talk, Dan Hilton

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher

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How Arsenal Saved Harry Kane's Career and What Marcus Rashford Owes to Adrien Rabiot's Mum Feb 28, 2023

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James Allcott is joined by Flav Bateman from 'The Fighting Cock' to discuss how Casemiro is holding the collective hands of every Manchester United player as he elevates them to success and how Harry Kane’s career could have gone down a route entirely different to what we know today. And of course the ripples from the weekend’s action in London, both at Wembley and at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Host: James Allcott

Guest: Flav Bateman

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher

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How Sam Allardyce’s England Changed Everything and Nothing At All Feb 24, 2023

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James Allcott is joined by Laurence McKenna to discuss Sam Allardyce’s 67-day stint in charge of the England national team. The pair discuss: what were the short-, medium-, and long-term effects for what was the shortest period in charge from any England manager. What has it meant to Gareth Southgate? Where would he be now without Allardyce leaving? Who are the players who would have made it under Big Sam? All these cosmic ripples are addressed, explained, and evaluated in this installment of ‘The Ripple Effect.’

Host: James Allcott

Guest: Laurence McKenna

Producer: Cai Jones

Editor: Finn McSkimming

Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher

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