The Ripple Effect with James Lawrence Allcott

James Allcott is joined by Fuad Cadani (@FuadCadani) to discuss the second part of their top 20 players of the season. In the episode, they compare their personal top 20 versus the top 20 players put together from an amalgamation of statistical websites in order to determine who the best players of this season have truly been. And most importantly: Who will make the top five? Host: James Allcott Guest: Fuad Cadani Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Fuad Cadani to discuss their top 20 players of the season. In the episode, they compare their top 20 to the top 20 players compiled from an amalgamation of statistics websites to determine who the best players of this season have truly been. Host: James Allcott Guest: Fuad Cadani Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by @DougieCritchley as they both take turns apologising to some of the surprise performers of the Premier League season! Which players deserve a sincere apology for their performances this season? Who has surprised them? And who has turned their club's season around? Host: James Allcott Guest: Dougie Critchley⁠  Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Dougie Critchley (@DougieCritchley) to discuss the biggest summer transfer rumours ahead of the upcoming window. Together, they rank each rumour based on its potential impact on the clubs involved. Host: James Allcott Guest: Dougie Critchley Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Laurence McKenna (@lozcast) to discuss the ten key reasons that allowed Liverpool to win the league. Together, they talk about the impact of Arne Slot, how his tactics made a difference, and how he was able to take over from Jurgen Klopp. You can watch Laurence's football channel on YouTube - and also his dedicated LFC channel on YouTube. Host: James Allcott Guest: Laurence McKenna Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Nima Tavallaey Roodsari to discuss one of Italy's most confusing and wildest clubs, Internazionale (Inter Milan). Together, they look at how the club has developed since Antonio Conte's departure, and what Simone Inzaghi has built at the club. They also discuss some of the key players that could help Inter to reach yet another Champions League final. You can watch Nima on YouTube; or follow him on X; Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. You can also follow The Italian Football Podcast on X; Instagram, TikTok and Facebook Host: James Allcott Guest: Nima Tavallaey Roodsari Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by The Athletic's Senior Data Analyst, Mark Carey (@MarkCarey93) to discuss how some Premier League clubs could replace their superstar players, such as Morgan Rogers at Aston Villa, Kevin De Bruyne at Man City, Trent Alexander-Arnold at Liverpool, and many more. Host: James Allcott Guest: Mark Carey Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by The Athletic's Senior Data Analyst, Mark Carey (@MarkCarey93) to discuss the most underrated players in the Premier League. Together, they take a look at every position and put forward their picks for under-the-radar players using this season's data, to see how accurate it really is. Host: James Allcott Guest: Mark Carey Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Tomás Hill to take an in-depth look at the La Liga versus Premier League debate. Together, they dive into the positives and negatives of both leagues and analyze which one is actually the strongest. Host: James Allcott Guest: Tomás Hill Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Tomás Hill to take an in-depth look at the new-look Barcelona under Hansi Flick. They explore the tactical changes made by Flick and which players have thrived as a result. They also take a look at all the La Masia graduates that have helped contribute to the instant success under Flick. Host: James Allcott Guest: Tomás Hill Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Woody (@woodythedrum) and Piers (@piershewitt) from Away Days to discuss how you write the next big football anthem. Woody is a drummer from Bastille, and Piers plays drums for The Boxer Rebellion. Together, the trio explore and dive into the relationship between football and music. You can listen to the Away Days podcast on Spotify Host: James Allcott Guests: Chris “Woody” Wood and Piers Hewitt Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Baz (@THT1878) from Toffee TV to take an in-depth, top-down look at Everton. How will the new stadium change Everton's finances? Will it attract the top talent to Everton? How has the board restructure changed Everton's operational approach? And, of course, which players will leave this summer? You can also watch Baz and Toffee TV on their YouTube channel. Host: James Allcott Guest: Baz (Toffee TV) Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is back with Nieve Petruzziello (@StuntPegg) and Nedum Onuoha (@kickback_nedum) to finish their ranking of every Premier League club's most used XI. Who will make those coveted European spots? Who would make a combined Newcastle/Chelsea XI? If Saka wasn't injured, would Liverpool still have won the league? Find out the 10th to 1st place ranking in the final episode of this two-part podcast. Host: James Allcott Guests: Nieve Petruzziello and Nedum Onuoha Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by the new guest signings of 'The Ripple Effect,' Nieve Petruzziello (@StuntPegg) and Nedum Onuoha (@kickback_nedum), appearing together for the first time. In Part 1 of this double-bill podcast, the team ranks every Premier League club's most used XI, starting with 20th to 11th place. Host: James Allcott Guests: Nieve Petruzziello and Nedum Onuoha Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Host: James Allcott Guests: Nieve Petruzziello and Nedum Onuoha Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by the 'England Pod' boys (Ali Maxwell and David Walker) for an in-depth, intense, Premier League–era England squad selector. Together, they filter through each position and create what they believe to be the greatest possible (modern) England squad. You can listen to 'The England Pod' on Spotify Host: James Allcott Guests: Ali Maxwell and David Walker Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by ‘The England Pod' boys (Ali Maxwell and David Walker) to discuss the new-look England under Thomas Tuchel. Together, they look at the changes that could happen under Tuchel and how it could be beneficial to England going forward. Listen to the England Pod on Spotify Host: James Allcott Guests: Ali Maxwell and David Walker Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by football analyst Jamie Hamilton (@stirling_j) to discuss why positions in football are beginning to mean less and less due to a new way of playing the game: relationism. Together, they discuss how relationism differs from positional play and the potential benefits of this radical shift in style. Listen to Jamie's podcast The 3rd Circle here. Read Jamie's articles on relationism and positionism. Host: James Allcott Guest: Jamie Hamilton Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by JJ Bill (@jj_bull) to take a look at the Player of the Year nominees and Young Player of the Year nominees. Crucially, the two will be deciding on their Player of the Year, with the caveat that Salah is not considered because he's almost a cert for the award. Will a Big Six player win the award? Or have there been too many undeniable performances by players at other clubs? Host: James Allcott Guest: JJ Bull Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by JJ Bull (@jj_bull) to discuss their favourite players from each of the 20 Premier League clubs. Together, they filter down through each of the clubs with talking points about why those chosen are their favourites, amongst some wider conversations about what makes that player great. Remember that favourite does not always equal best! Host: James Allcott Guests: JJ Bull Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Jack Collins (@jackjcollins) and Ben Bowman (@ben_bowman) to discuss the best players in every part of the pitch. Together, they take a look at the 14 different zones that make up a football pitch and decide on which players are the best, with some surprises along the way. Host: James Allcott Guests: Jack Collins and Ben Bowman Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Jack Collins (@jackjcollins) and Ben Bowman (@ben_bowman) to discuss Liverpool and Manchester City's dynasties and what that means for the future of the game. The trio also chat about Man Utd and Tottenham Hotspur's Europa League credentials. Can either team win the competition? What will it mean for their managers if they do win it? And can it save their respective season?  Host: James Allcott Guests: Jack Collins and Ben Bowman Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Daniel Cook (@HLTCO) to discuss the biggest ‘Ripple Effects' of the season so far and how it has shaped the Premier League table. Together, they take a look at the moments that got us to this point, whilst analysing what it'll mean for the remainder of the Premier League season. Watch Daniel on his YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@hltcomedia Host: James Allcott Guest: Daniel Cook Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Daniel Cook (@HLTCO) to discuss the biggest ripple effects of the season so far and how they have shaped the Premier League table. Why have Chelsea stagnated after a great start? What's going on at Crystal Palace? And what is the aftermath of Rodri's injury? https://youtube.com/@hltcomedia Host: James Allcott Guest: Daniel Cook Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined once again by ex-Premier League footballer, Nedum Onuoha (@kickback_nedum). This time, they discuss the reality of surviving a Premier League relegation battle, and look at the ins and outs and the non-negotiable for a successful survival season. Host: James Allcott Guest: Nedum Onuoha Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by The Ripple Effect's latest signing, Nedum Onuoha (@kickback_nedum), in which he answers questions that footballers are (maybe) scared to answer! James asks Nedum all of the need-to-know questions on topics such as performance enhancers, teammate brawls, and referee altercations. Host: James Allcott Guest: Nedum Onuoha Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Nieve Petruzziello (@stuntpegg) for the second instalment of ranking every Premier League club's transfer window. Who will be the ultimate victor? And which club will be ranked bottom for its window?  Host: James Allcott Guest: Nieve Petruzziello Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Nieve Petruzziello (@stuntpegg) to take an in-depth look at every Premier League team's January transfer window. Together, they also rank each club's activity across the period, and ask themselves: who really won the transfer window? Host: James Allcott Guest: Nieve Petruzziello Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Clive Palmer (@clivepafc) to discuss and rank Arsenal's top ten most expensive signings of all time. Was Xhaka a bargain? What happened to Aubameyang? And where does Declan Rice rank?  Host: James Allcott Guests: Clive Palmer Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Clive Palmer (@clivepafc) to take an in depth look at the evolution of Arsenal's attack since Mikel Arteta took over way back in December 2019. Together they look at some of the casualties, players who may have left too soon, and the current situation of Arsenal's attack. Host: James Allcott Guests: Clive Palmer Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Joey Knight (@JoeyKnightPod) and Matisse Armani (@matissearmani) to discuss and rank Chelsea's top ten most expensive transfers of all time. As a trio, they take a look at some of Chelsea's record-spending transfer activity whilst analysing the success of the players. Check out Joey's and Matisse YouTube channels: https://m.youtube.com/@JoeyKnightPodcast and https://youtube.com/@matissearmani Host: James Allcott Guests: Joey Knight and Matisse Armani Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Joey Knight (@JoeyKnightPod) to discuss the biggest January transfers so far. They take a look at Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's big money move to PSG, Wolves' centre back saviour, Aston Villa's new game changer, and much more! Check out Joey's YouTube channel: https://m.youtube.com/@JoeyKnightPodcast Host: James Allcott Guests: Joey Knight Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Carl Anka (@Ankaman616) to assess and rank Man Utd's most expensive transfer deals of all time. Are there any players who succeeded? And who are they? Why did Di Maria fail at Man Utd? And who will be ranked 10th? Host: James Allcott Guests: Carl Anka Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Eli Mengem (@Elmengem) and Carl Anka (@Ankaman616) for an in-depth chat about Eli's new documentary 'Once in a Lifetime: Argentina.' Together, they break down the documentary: the making of it, the journey, and the repercussions of creating such an epic piece. You can watch the documentary on YouTube (https://youtu.be/unnUFi94bfc) Host: James Allcott Guests: Eli Mengem and Carl Anka Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Paul Machin (@ThePaulMachin) to take a look at Liverpool's most expensive signings of all time. Who were the success stories? Are there any huge failures? And, of course, who ranks at no. 1? Check out Paul's YouTube channels: The Redman TV (https://youtube.com/@theredmentv) and Maych TV (https://youtube.com/@maychtv) Host: James Allcott Guests: Paul Machin Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Paul Machin (@ThePaulMachin) to discuss Liverpool's current contract situation. What will happen with Salah? Should van Dijk stay? And, is Trent right to leave? Check out Paul's YouTube channels: The Redman TV (https://youtube.com/@theredmentv) and Maych TV (https://youtube.com/@maychtv) Host: James Allcott Guests: Paul Machin Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by ex-England, Crystal Palace, and Bolton (among many more) manager, Sam Allardyce. The pair discuss what Sam's England starting 11 would have been at the 2018 World Cup. Would there have been a wild-card inclusion? Would Michail Antonio have featured? And what about Wilfried Zaha? Host: James Allcott Guests: Sam Allardyce Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Nieve Petruzziello (@StuntPegg), Laurence McKenna (@lozcast), Stevo (@StevoTheMadMan), Fuad (@FuadCadani), and Abz (@AbzBusquets) to team up and see who can be the victors of the 'Ripple Effect' 2024 big fat quiz of the year. Will James defend his crown with new teammate Stevo? Host: James Allcott Guests: Nieve Petruzziello, Laurence McKenna, Stevo, Fuad, and Abz Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari) to discuss the top five players who will take over 2025! As a duo they work through the 15-man shortlist, consisting of the likes of Paul Pogba, Mikey Moore, Leif Davis, and more! Host: James Allcott Guest: Kweku Afari Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari) to discuss which players impacted their careers the most during 2024. Together they discuss Jhon Duran's unexpected Aston Villa turnaround, Chris Wood's journey to Nottingham Forest glory, and why Ross Barkley is now a Champions League player! Host: James Allcott Guest: Kweku Afari Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Glenn Murray (@GM_83) and Harry Brooks to discuss Brighton's great start to the season, Danny Welbeck's remontada, Hurzeler's wild tactics, and the recruitment strategy. The trio also discuss Mohamed Salah and what's next for him at Liverpool. Host: James Allcott Guests: Glenn Murray and Harry Brooks Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Glenn Murray (@GM_83) and Harry Brooks to discuss all things Tottenham and what does that win over Man City truly mean? The trio also take a look at Leicester's decision to sack Steve Cooper and who may be next for The Foxes. Host: James Allcott Guests: Glenn Murray and Harry Brooks Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Julien Laurens (@LaurensJulien) to discuss Kylian Mbappé: a player who had the world at his feet when he was aged only 18 and one of the most expensive players of all time. Together, they discuss the impact of Mbappé's time at PSG, his influence on the club, and what is next for him at Real Madrid. Host: James Allcott Guest: Julien Laurens Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices