Rule The Roost - A Tottenham Hotspur Podcast
452 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWelcome to Rule the Roost Podcast – where Tottenham Hotspur takes centre stage in a symphony of quasi-intellectual musings and self-depreciating humour.
Immerse yourself in a world where football fandom meets philosophical exploration, greetings cards discussions, meltdowns, and joyful remembrance of Ledley King... all while basking in the glory of Spurs.
Every Monday, our podcast offers a cerebral feast as we welcome a fresh guest each episode, each bringing their unique perspective to the table. As we delve into the depths of Spurs' legacy, triumphs, and challenges.
And that's just half the story – on the full time whistle, after every match, stay tuned for our post-match reactive pods, where host Jack takes you on an introspective solo journey. Unfiltered and unscripted, his stream of consciousness captures the rollercoaster of emotions that every Spurs fan will know only too well.
If you're someone seeking a (wannabe) intellectual take on Spurs, peppered with a lot of emotion, Rule the Roost Podcast promises an enriching blend of thoughtful analysis and light-hearted humour that's bound to leave you craving more.
Up the Spurs!
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Episodes
RTR EXTRA: Brentford 2-2 Tottenham
December 26, 2022 15:27 - 42 minutes - 97.4 MBWe're back baby! Tottenham draw away at Brentford to kick the Premier League season back off again, and Jack reacts in rusty fashion. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
World Cup Ramblings
December 13, 2022 14:42 - 1 hour - 153 MBJack welcomes Spooky back to the show to say LEAVE HARRY KANE ALONE, as well as answer your questions. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Praise His Name
November 17, 2022 19:48 - 1 hour - 139 MBThe World Cup is upon us, but there's still time to reflect on Tottenham's half-season, and in order to do this, Jack is joined by (he says not) Tottenham legend, Dan Louw of Away Days fame. Rating the season so far. Best player. Most disappointing player. Conte 'vibe' check. Harry Kane. Qatar. Will Arsenal win the league? Find out. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: Tottenham 4-3 Leeds
November 13, 2022 09:52 - 39 minutes - 394 MBTottenham got it over the line in the end. Jack didn't actually watch the game, but here's a reaction to Tottenham's halfway season. Recorded from a hotel balcony in Portugal. Bit of wind to begin with, but soon fades. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: Forest 2-0 Tottenham
November 09, 2022 22:09 - 22 minutes - 41.8 MBTottenham are out of the Carabao Cup. Should we be that arsed, or should we be aiming higher while we still can? Jack dissects that strange game in Nottingham. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Give A Little Bit
November 07, 2022 13:36 - 1 hour - 161 MBJack welcomes Ricky back to the pod to decompress after that Liverpool defeat. Why do we always come unstuck to these establishment clubs? Does it say more about Spurs or more about them? Eric Dier, keep or bin? Clement Lenglet, keep or bin? Let's build the team around Kulusevski. Stop habitually booing Tottenham. AC Milan memories. Let's have it. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: Tottenham 1-2 Liverpool
November 06, 2022 19:14 - 41 minutes - 76.1 MBWhy do Tottenham always lose to Liverpool? Why does football just feel so miserable? Jack reacts to Tottenham's 1-2 defeat to an out of form Liverpool. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: Marseille 1-2 Tottenham
November 01, 2022 22:44 - 28 minutes - 52.3 MBJack reacts on the final whistle to Tottenham's dramatic and nail-biting victory over Marseille in the Champions League. NEVER IN DOUBT - ON TO THE NEXT ROUND!! COYS. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Banshees of Tottenham Hotspur
October 31, 2022 19:25 - 1 hour - 160 MBJack welcomes N17 Live's Ben Haines back to the show, and things go a bit existential. This may or may not be because the pair of them have recently watched the Banshees of Inisherin. Between wondering what the point of it all is though, they do go on to discuss Lenglet's place in the team, the wonders of Rodrigo Bentancur and quite how desperate they are for Spurs to qualify for the next round of the Champions League. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on ...
RTR EXTRA: Bournemouth 2-3 Tottenham
October 29, 2022 16:46 - 37 minutes - 67.9 MBThank heavens for that! Tottenham battle back from 2-0 to win it on the South Coast. Bizarre performance/vibe around the whole thing, but a win's a win. COYS. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: Tottenham 1-1 Sporting
October 26, 2022 22:01 - 36 minutes - 67.6 MBJack reacts on the final whistle to Tottenham's 1-1 draw with Sporting in the Champions League. Dodgy, dodgy VAR. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thanks For The Memories Hugo
October 24, 2022 14:39 - 1 hour - 154 MBJack welcomes Billie T to the show to inject some positivity into the loss to Newcastle. Is Hugo finished? Do we rely too heavily upon Dejan Kulusevski? Why are we so bad at recruiting wingbacks? They also talk about films and stuff that they've written. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: Tottenham 1-2 Newcastle
October 23, 2022 18:05 - 33 minutes - 61.2 MBJack reacts on the final whistle to Tottenham's home defeat by Newcastle. Awful, awful stuff. Be prepared for an emotionally charged one (ooo you're ard). Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rockin' All Over The World
October 21, 2022 13:38 - 1 hour - 141 MBJack welcomes Big Jon Bass back to the show for more negative discussion out the back of Tottenham's loss to Man Utd. Why does everybody always show up against us? How are Spurs supposed to compete against Newcastle (in the long run)? Where are we to find our joy if winning things becomes impossible? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: Man Utd 2-0 Tottenham
October 19, 2022 21:55 - 30 minutes - 55.3 MBJack jumps on in the aftermath of Tottenham's 2-0 defeat to Manchester United. Miserable game. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
No Mean Feat
October 17, 2022 13:29 - 1 hour - 90.8 MBJack welcomes Con back to the show to discuss Tottenham's best ever start to a Premier League. Harry Kane is lauded. Richarlison defended. Our defence championed. It's all good at Spurs, but unfortunately it's all good at Arsenal as well. Are we emotionally and mentally ready for a North London title race? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: Tottenham 2-0 Everton
October 15, 2022 19:15 - 39 minutes - 72.3 MBJack takes to the mic to reflect, on the whistle, to Tottenham's Premier League victory over Everton, which moves us level with City. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: Tottenham 3-2 Frankfurt
October 12, 2022 21:45 - 35 minutes - 65.1 MBJack reacts to Tottenham's crucial Champions League win over Eintracht Frankfurt. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We've Got To Get Behind This
October 10, 2022 13:22 - 1 hour - 161 MBJack welcomes Spooky back to the show to discuss the latest ongoings at Tottenham. The tragic passing of Gian Piero Ventrone clearly had a massive impact upon the players and staff at Spurs, who still managed to come away from Brighton with an impressive win. For the moment it was about being present as people, and not as sportsmen. Arsenal's continued form is discussed within the context of how much we should be letting it get to us? Is it disingenuous to suggest that we should just ignore ...
RTR EXTRA: Brighton 0-1 Tottenham
October 08, 2022 19:37 - 47 minutes - 108 MBJack, Con and Phil react to a great win for Tottenham away at Brighton. The season is back on track. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: Eintracht Frankfurt 0-0 Tottenham
October 04, 2022 21:38 - 34 minutes - 63.5 MBJack reacts to Tottenham finally not losing away in European competition against Eintract Frankfurt. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What Are We All Doing This For?
October 03, 2022 13:31 - 1 hour - 152 MBWith the dust now settling on our defeat at the Emirates, Jack welcomes Big Jon Bass to the show to discuss where that defeat leaves Spurs. Does any of this matter anymore with City as rampant as they are? Arsenal fans are having more fun now than they had when they were scraping FA Cups, so what should Spurs be hoping to do? Win at all costs, no matter the journey, or find something that excites us? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...
RTR EXTRA: Arsenal 3-1 Tottenham
October 01, 2022 14:19 - 40 minutes - 73.4 MBReaction from Tottenham's loss to Arsenal at the Emirates. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pigs
September 29, 2022 14:31 - 54 minutes - 125 MBThe North London Derby is upon us once more. It can't be much worse than last season's pitiful display under Nuno Espirito Santo, can it? Jack welcomes the Fighting Cock's Flav back to the show to unpack the angst ahead of this must not lose fixture. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Up And Running
September 26, 2022 17:48 - 1 hour - 144 MBJack welcomes Kimmie from the Coys r U.S. podcast to fill the void of the international break. Supporting Spurs in America. The joy of Champions League nights. Will Conte leave us? Is Son up and running now? Are Argentina within their rights to request all players arrive for World Cup duty early? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Fear
September 19, 2022 17:03 - 55 minutes - 127 MBSpurs won 6-2, so why doesn't it feel great? Jack is joined by screenwriter Joe Barton to talk about abuse on twitter, hiding Spurs references in films, why we should cherish Son and the creeping fear of Arsenal. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: Tottenham 6-2 Leicester
September 17, 2022 19:35 - 45 minutes - 105 MBAaaarrrrrgh we were looking for a reaction, and boy did Spurs provide one. Hat-trick hero Son Heung-min silences the doubters in emphatic style, as Spurs put Leicester to the sword once again. Great feeling going into an international break with a big win. We keep pace with City at the top of the table. Jack is joined by Phil and Charlotte to pick over that win. COME ON YOU SPURS!! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...
Two Plus Two Equals Five
September 15, 2022 13:31 - 1 hour - 160 MBSpurs have lost, but overall, results have been objectively good...so what is everybody complaining about? With football in its warped state, with the likes of Man City mutating reasonable expectations, what can we hope for from Spurs? If the Pochettino journey constitutes failure, is winning ugly, by means necessary under Conte favourable? Jack welcomes Spooky back to the show for a proper philosophical one. Buckle up. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted o...
RTR EXTRA: Sporting 2-0 Tottenham
September 13, 2022 19:38 - 47 minutes - 86.6 MBSeason's over. Conte out. Tottenham have lost their first game. Kane and Son, abject. Tottenham's defending at times shambolic. Lloris made a few good saves though, and Richarlison looked bright. Best to try and stay positive. Join Jack as he tries his best to pick at that one. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Are Spurs Actually Good Or Actually Bad?
September 12, 2022 13:55 - 1 hour - 151 MBJack welcomes Kyle of Hotspur Memories back to the podcast to discuss a weekend without football. Petting zoos and anxiety aside, they ponder if Haaland is actually good, if Spurs are actually good, if Richarlison is a superstar and how far Spurs can hope to go in the Champions League. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
BONUS POD - Jack On Blue Moon Podcast
September 09, 2022 09:02 - 16 minutes - 23.2 MBJack was invited on to Blue Moon podcast to discuss the (then) weekend's game against Manchester City. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: Tottenham 2-0 Marseille
September 07, 2022 22:08 - 57 minutes - 105 MBJack reacts to Tottenham's Champions League match day 1 victory over Stoke City Marseille. Two goals for the lad Richarlison who is looking every bit the bargain at £60m. Is it time for Sonny to hit the bench? Is our style of play unsustainable?All this and more, including hiking and water bottles. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Magic Competition
September 05, 2022 06:30 - 1 hour - 145 MBWhat's better than a weekend when Arsenal lose and Tottenham win? Jack welcomes AP back to the show to discuss the glory glory of the Fulham performance. Harry Kane, the literal GOAT. Loving the work of Lenglet, but not doing Davies dirty. Putting respect on Højbjerg's name. Sonny is back. Richarlison is already a legend. The Champions League, and why it's so special. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: Tottenham 2-1 Fulham
September 03, 2022 17:12 - 1 hour - 114 MBTottenham win again. Bouncing back after a miserable(ish) midweek against West Ham, Spurs showed much promise in Saturday's victory over a tricky looking Fulham. Jack reacts on the full time whistle to Tottenham's fourth win of the season, in a game that could easily have ended up 4-0 to the home side. Lenglet looking tidy, Hojbjerg our players of the season so far, and Sonny starting to resemble his old self. After all the discussion around transfer deadline day, Tottenham got the job done ...
RTR EXTRA: Transfer Deadline Day Special
September 02, 2022 13:35 - 1 hour - 173 MBIT'S OVER! Tottenham Hotspur have folded. The transfer window has closed with no drama whatsoever. Were you happy with our business this summer? Jack has invited back a load of familiar sounding buddies to discuss Tottenham's summer business, the start to the season and if that transfer deadline day has changed their opinion on anything going on at Spurs right now. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: West Ham 1 - 1 Tottenham
August 31, 2022 21:30 - 36 minutes - 66.7 MBJack dives straight in to reflect upon Tottenham's 1-1 draw with West Ham. It's five games unbeaten so far this season for Spurs, but this one felt pretty disappointing. The lack of urgency on display from Spurs so far this season feels like it's starting to catch up with us a bit. What's going wrong? Is it time to drop Son? Should Kane stop playing the number 10 role so often and just get on the end of some of Perisic's delightful crosses? Whatever the case, we've gone away to Stamford Brid...
Little Englanders
August 29, 2022 12:59 - 1 hour - 183 MBSpooky makes a much welcome return to the podcast as he and Jack speak at length about Tottenham's victory over Nottingham Forest. Are things going all a bit Mourinho, or is there more at play here? Should Spurs fans be worried about the football we've seen so far this season? How do we compared to 'the' Arsenal? What's going on with Sonny? Kulusevski is just too good. There's also some chat about Richarlison and same old pervasive media narratives that have reared their heads in the wake of...
RTR EXTRA: Forest 0 - 2 Tottenham
August 28, 2022 18:57 - 56 minutes - 129 MBIt wasn't pretty, but Spurs have another three points on the board. Forest pressed hard, but couldn't make their home advantage count as Harry Kane scored two goals for the visitors. Antonio Conte's tactics may start raising a few eyebrows if they carry on this way, but equally, if they're getting results, who are we to say? Another poor performance for Son, with Richarlison once again impressing in his cameo, will no doubt make for a very difficult decision for Conte in the coming weeks. Ja...
RTR EXTRA: Midweek Update Pre-Forest
August 25, 2022 19:31 - 35 minutes - 64.6 MBThe Champions League draw is in, Tottenham's group isn't looking too painful. Jack provides his thoughts on our upcoming opposition, and whether or not saying Sporting Lisbon is a bad thing. More reflection on Wolves, and whether or not the Arsenal are actually really good, or just alright. Also, stop having a go at Son. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Stick By Sonny
August 22, 2022 14:09 - 1 hour - 88.4 MBJack is joined by The N17 Podcast's Cosmo Teare to digest the Wolves game. Should Spurs fans be worried about the so-called slow start to the season? Are Arsenal actually good? Appreciating Harry Kane. Son's slow start is discussed. The pod ends with the pair of them looking forward to what this season/era could herald for Tottenham, and why now is a time to be excited. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: Tottenham 1 - 0 Wolves
August 20, 2022 15:38 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBJack is in the ground with Charlotte to digest Tottenham's 2-1 Premier League victory over Wolves. Cameos from Spooky and Bardi. COYS Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: Midweek Update Pre-Wolves
August 18, 2022 14:15 - 46 minutes - 85.3 MBJack is back to discuss: The Chelsea fallout - Ndombele's departure - Ruslan Malinovskyi - Sergio Regullion - Romero injury - Skipp and Winks - Wolves prediction Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oi Commentator Man
August 15, 2022 13:12 - 56 minutes - 78 MBJack welcomes one of the most instantly recognisable Tottenham voices around to the show, Rob Daly. They talk over the Chelsea draw, and what it signifies for Spurs. The feeling around the club, and the growing belief that we can do something special. Tuchel and Conte's spat as well as Romero's hair pulling are discussed, before Jack talks to Rob about his own career, and just how he got into commentary. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acas...
RTR EXTRA: Chelsea 2 - 2 Tottenham
August 14, 2022 18:29 - 43 minutes - 59.6 MBJack is joined by Phil for an instant reaction to Tottenham's last gasp draw with Chelsea. COME ON YOU SPURS!!!!!! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Are You Scared Of Chelsea
August 12, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 138 MBRAJ IS BACK - THIS IS NOT A DRILL. This is one for the old faithful RTR contingent, a blast from the past. Jack and Raj talk about the lot. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Like That Energy
August 08, 2022 16:59 - 58 minutes - 80.1 MBJack welcomes football writer Jude Summerfield to the podcast to talk about how great Kulusevski is. They also talk a bit about Sessegnon, Kane and Son and Conte's exacting standards. Do Spurs fans have every right to be excited about the season? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RTR EXTRA: Tottenham 4 - 1 Southampton
August 06, 2022 16:56 - 39 minutes - 72.5 MBWe're winning the lot. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Spilling The Tea
August 03, 2022 15:39 - 1 hour - 98.5 MBJack welcomes N17 Live's very own Ben Haines to the pod once again to talk England finally winning something, as well as the time that Ben fell out with Alex Morgan. They mostly talk about why there's every reason to feel optimistic about the season ahead, even if it does just mean more Ivan Perisic mirror selfies. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Glasgow Aggro
July 27, 2022 15:18 - 1 hour - 111 MBJack welcomes Ricky from the Fighting Cock to the podcast, who has returned from Glasgow in one piece. Should the Old Firm be in the Premier League? Is Harry Kane the best we've ever seen at Spurs? Tottenham are a proper outfit this year right? We also look ahead to the Champions League once again. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Old Tottenham Mentality
July 22, 2022 13:59 - 58 minutes - 80.9 MBJack welcomes Kyle Wetton to show to discuss Conte's Spence quotes. Why does the fanbase keep losing its arse? Do we need more signings? Do we need or want James Maddison? Never take the Champions League for granted. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.