

The Ripple Effect with James Lawrence Allcott
The Ringer
Football pundit James Lawrence Allcott looks at the immediate, long-term, and off-the-wall consequences of the biggest stories in the sport, from today and yesterday.
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Feb 12, 2026 • 1h 23min
Inside the Arsenal Fan Base: Love, Fear, and Why Arteta Needs Validation
James Allcott is joined by Clive Palmer (@Clivepafc) and Jacob Hawley (@hawleyjacob) to discuss Arsenal’s season in depth. The trio talk about the ins and outs that have gotten Arsenal to this point, whilst taking a look at why Mikel Arteta needs this Premier League title more than anyone else.Host: James AllcottGuests: Clive Palmer and Jacob HawleyProducer: Cai JonesEditor: Finn McSkimmingAdditional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 9, 2026 • 1h 11min
Are Liverpool Actually Better Than Man Utd, Chelsea and Aston Villa?
James Allcott is joined by Clive Palmer (@clivepafc) and Jacob Hawley (@hawleyjacob) to discuss all the action from the latest weekend of Premier League football. The trio discuss the fallout from Liverpool vs. Manchester City—was that really a red card?! They also take a look at Michael Carrick and why his Manchester United team can’t stop winning, whilst also touching on all the potential consequences from Gameweek 25.
Chapters:
(0:00) Intro
(1:25) Breaking Down Liverpool v Man City
(21:34) Analysing the VAR Decisions
(33:37) Carrick Wins FOUR In A Row!
(47:47) Who Is Better: Villa, Man Utd, Chelsea or Liverpool?
(56:16) Evaluating Rosenior’s Chelsea
(1:01:36) Tuchel’s England Squad Dilemma
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Clive Palmer and Jacob Hawley
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 5, 2026 • 1h 7min
Breaking Down the Most Expensive January Signings
James Allcott is joined by Raees Mahmood (@Pythaginboots) to take a look at the most expensive January signings. Together, they break down the transfers and analyse if the signings can work over the short and long term, before addressing whether the moves suit the clubs and the players involved.You can see more of Raees on his YouTube channel.Host: James AllcottGuest: Raees MahmoodProducer: Cai JonesEditor: Finn McSkimmingAdditional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 2, 2026 • 1h 7min
Why Jérémy Jacquet to Liverpool Is a Gamble
James Allcott is joined by Raees Mahmood (@Pythaginboots) to discuss the latest drama that unfolded over the weekend. Together, they take a look at how Jérémy Jacquet’s future arrival at Liverpool affects the squad and whether it was a smart purchase or not. They also dive into Manchester United’s current form under Michael Carrick, whilst discussing Liam Rosenior’s Chelsea and how he has extended his winning streak!You can see more of Raees on his YouTube channel.Host: James AllcottGuest: Raees MahmoodProducer: Cai JonesEditor: Finn McSkimmingAdditional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 26, 2026 • 1h 15min
How Carrick Transformed Man United, and Why Are Arsenal Fans Booing?
James Allcott is joined by Joe Thomlinson (@joethomlinson) to pick apart the latest action from the Premier League. The duo first takes a look at how Michael Carrick’s new-look Manchester United have blown the title race wide open. They also assess the reaction of Arsenal fans to the defeat at the Emirates. Finally, they discuss how West Ham’s recent form has shaken up the relegation battle and much more!
You can see more of Joe on his YouTube channel.Host: James AllcottGuest: Joe ThomlinsonProducer: Cai JonesEditor: Finn McSkimmingAdditional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 22, 2026 • 59min
One Emergency Transfer for Every Premier League Club
Nedum Onuoha, a former professional footballer turned insightful pundit, and Nieve Petruzziello, a savvy football journalist, join the conversation. They analyze potential emergency signings for Premier League clubs. Highlights include discussions on Arsenal's Adam Ola-Lukman, Aston Villa's striker options, and Chelsea's budget-friendly pick in Marcos Senesi. The duo also speculates on Liverpool's urgent centre-back needs and Newcastle's required defensive reinforcements, all while weighing the pros and cons of each suggested transfer.

Jan 19, 2026 • 1h 17min
The Power Shift Breaking Modern Managers
James Allcott is joined by Nedum Onuoha (@kickback_nedum) and Nieve Petruzziello (@StuntPegg) to discuss all the latest talking points from this weekend’s action. Together, they chat about the latest case of Premier League managers at risk: why Michael Carrick beating Pep Guardiola could see England with a new manager at the 2028 Euros; whilst taking a look at Liam Rosenior’s first two games at the helm of Chelsea.
Host: James AllcottGuests: Nieve Petruzziello and Nedum OnuohaProducer: Cai JonesEditor: Finn McSkimmingAdditional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 15, 2026 • 51min
Predicting the Future of Every Chelsea Player
James Allcott is joined by Rory Jennings (@ChelseaRory) and Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari) to sift through the Chelsea squad. As a trio, they analyse and predict the future of every Chelsea player under Liam Rosenior.
You can see more of Rory at his YouTube channel.
You can also see more of Kweku at his YouTube channel.
Host: James Allcott
Guests: Rory Jennings and Kweku Afari
Producer: Cai Jones
Editor: Finn McSkimming
Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 12, 2026 • 1h 14min
Michael Carrick Is Great for Man Utd, and That’s a Problem
James Allcott is joined by Rory Jennings (@ChelseaRory) and Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari) to discuss this week’s latest hot topics. Together, they discuss whether Michael Carrick can be the one to save Manchester United and whether Liam Rosenior is the correct choice for Chelsea, and they take a look at the current situation at Spurs.
You can see more of Rory on his YouTube channel.
You can also see more of Kweku on his YouTube channel.
Host: James AllcottGuests: Rory Jennings and Kweku AfariProducer: Cai JonesEditor: Finn McSkimmingAdditional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 9, 2026 • 1h 16min
Where Will Liverpool Be in 2029?
Paul Machin, a football pundit and content creator, shares insights on Liverpool's future. He discusses how the club might replace Salah, the importance of upcoming contracts, and the potential tactical shift with Arne Slot. Paul evaluates the squad's depth, including Gakpo's role and young talents like Curtis Jones. He reflects on managerial styles, the possibility of Xabi Alonso stepping in, and the club's recruitment strategy. With a mix of optimism and caution, Paul paints an intriguing picture of Liverpool in 2029.


