Jack is joined by Gavin to dissect yet another miserable afternoon in N17 as Tottenham fell to a 2-1 defeat against Fulham. We digest the reality that Spurs have managed just one home win all season, and ask if time is finally up for Thomas Frank. Is he simply unable to handle this level of football, or is it too hasty to pull the trigger? If he does go, who steps in? They look into the potential candidates to replace him and weigh up the pros and cons of another managerial reset. We also touch ...
Dec 01, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 9Ep. 60
For the third time in less than seven days, Tottenham have tasted defeat. Only one win at home all season, and we lose to Fulham who had only one point away from home until today. Where do we go from here? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 29, 2025•59 min•Season 9Ep. 59
Jack is joined by Charlie Parrish to pick the bones out of the 5-3 defeat to PSG. We discuss why, despite the result, there were genuine green shoots of promise in Paris, diving into the stylistic shifts and personnel tweaks Thomas Frank employed, and what this new look means for the rest of the season. We also debate the Xavi Simons situation, is he just taking time to adapt, or is he the latest victim of the club's disjointed squad building? Questions this week cover whether we need to ignore ...
Nov 27, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 9Ep. 58
Jack is on the mic to react to a breathless 5-3 defeat to PSG in the Champions League. It was a performance that arguably defied the scoreline. Plenty of attacking promise and evidence that Thomas Frank is attempting to be more positive, but ultimately undone by moments of madness at the back and the sheer quality of PSG. Discussion covers the harsh reality of individual errors at this level, why there is reason for stoicism rather than panic, and the undeniable positives to take from a chaotic ...
Nov 26, 2025•55 min•Season 9Ep. 57
Jack is joined by friend of the show Phil to pick through the wreckage of a 4-1 battering at the hands of Arsenal. We discuss how the universe seems to have conspired to let Eze bag a hat-trick against us, the alarming lack of fight within the squad, and the urgent need for the Lewis family to make good on their promises and re-energise this husk of a football club. We also put the spotlight on Thomas Frank, is he the man for the long term, or is he struggling under the pressure of the job? Them...
Nov 24, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 9Ep. 56
Spurs barely even put up a fight in this shambolic display at the Emirates. Thomas Frank needs to have a word with himself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 23, 2025•49 min•Season 9Ep. 55
Jack welcomes The Fighting Cock’s head honcho Flav back to the show ahead of the North London derby for a defiantly anti-Arsenal chat. They get into Flav’s disdain for the commodification of the fixture and whether the divide between the clubs has ever felt this wide since the peak Wenger years. Flav then answers your questions, from which injured player deserves the super magic sponge, to whether you’d trade a 4–0 derby win for a week of Marv-from-Home Alone-style trauma. There’s also a debate ...
Nov 20, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 9Ep. 54
With the international break upon us, Jack brings some light relief to Rule the Roost by welcoming Dan Kilpatrick, Tom Hayward and Sean Walsh for a Spurs quiz special. Before the games begin, the panel reflect on Troy Parrott’s standout week with the Republic of Ireland and whether Spurs were too quick to let him go. Then it’s onto Quizmaster Tom Foin’s meticulously crafted questions, from top-scoring nationalities to North London Derby brain-teasers, as the lads battle it out for Spurs trivia s...
Nov 16, 2025•55 min•Season 9Ep. 52
Jack welcomes Big Jon Bass back to the pod to east the international break blues. Beginning with a discussion about the Man Utd game and the bigger picture on Frank's tenure, the pair swiftly dive into the fun stuff... Could you name Tottenham's greatest Premier League XI? Expect a few controversial shouts especially in the central midfield positions. Jon also answers your questions; are meal deal wraps a rip-off? Is wearing jeans at home ever acceptable? His dream garage as well as a chat on da...
Nov 13, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Season 9Ep. 51
Jack is joined by Oly to reflect on Tottenham’s weekend performance against Manchester United. They discuss Randal Kolo Muani’s frustrating injury just as he was starting to find form, and ask whether Richarlison’s time at Spurs should finally be up despite his goal. With fans calling for academy striker Dane Scarlett to be given a real chance, the pair debate whether it’s time to throw him in and see if he’s truly cut out for the Premier League. The conversation then turns to Thomas Frank. Is h...
Nov 10, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 9Ep. 50
What a strange/frustrating/exhilarating match at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium. Two teams who aren't quite sure of how good or bad they are, played out a game that answered little for either set of fans. Just as Richarlison thought he had won it (after a terrible performance from the Brazilian) De Ligt came back and notched an equaliser, which was probably fair on the balance of play. Frank's starting XI and subs have definitely raised a few eyebrows, but at least it wasn't a loss going into the...
Nov 08, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 9Ep. 49
Tottenham cruised past FC Copenhagen in the Champions League, but beneath the 4-0 scoreline there’s plenty to unpack. Jack is joined by Last Word on Spurs’ own Ricky Sacks to discuss Micky van de Ven’s outrageous solo goal, Xavi Simons finding form, and whether Thomas Frank’s cautious midfield setup is holding Spurs back. They also talk Tottenham's recruitment, Richarlison vs Dane Scarlett, and answer your listener questions - from the origins of LWOS to Jah Wobble on Top of the Pops and whether...
Nov 06, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 9Ep. 48
Tottenham run riot in North London with a dominant 4-0 win over FC Copenhagen in the Champions League and it’s Micky van de Ven who stole the show. The Dutch defender produced a surreal solo goal that surely has him in contention for the Puskás Award. Jack breaks down one of Spurs’ best performances this season, discussing Frank's more progressive tactics, standout displays across the pitch, and what this result means for Spurs going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...
Nov 04, 2025•54 min•Season 9Ep. 47
Jack is joined by Cal from Below the Belt and The Fighting Cock to pick apart Tottenham’s dismal showing against Chelsea, and ask the question, was it one of the worst Spurs performances of all time? They discuss whether Thomas Frank is really cut out for a job of this scale, unpack the van de Ven and Djed Spence incident that hinted at dressing-room tension, and debate whether the issues lie in personnel or system. The pair also look ahead to the Champions League clash with Copenhagen and what ...
Nov 03, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 9Ep. 46
A seriously poor performance from Tottenham has seen them slump to yet another defeat to Chelsea. Little in the way of attacking threat, disjointed passages of play and now ropey defending. Thomas Frank's work is cut out for him trying to change a few opinions on his brand of football right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 01, 2025•43 min•Season 9Ep. 45
Jack is joined by Billie T in the aftermath of Tottenham’s draw at St James’ Park. There’s a sense of perspective about the result. Spurs were stoic in the face of Newcastle’s quality, but the discussion soon turns to the work still needed in recruitment. The pair chat about Antonín Kinský’s shaky display and whether the calls to replace Vicario were a bit premature, before digging into Xavi Simons’ recent struggles with form. It’s also a listener Q&A, featuring questions like: which 90s Spu...
Oct 30, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Season 9Ep. 44
Obviously it's never a joyful occasion to watch Spurs lose in a cup competition, especially if you're one of the fans who travelled up to Newcastle, but sometimes you just have to take it for what it is... Spurs being beaten by the better side on the night. Did we learn much from that one? Did Thomas Frank? Is Kinsky ready to take over from Vicario? Who knows... not me. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Oct 29, 2025•36 min•Season 9Ep. 43
Jack is joined by Phil to break down Tottenham’s dominant display away at Everton, from Micky van de Ven’s brace to the growing importance of set-pieces under Thomas Frank. Are Spurs evolving into a more pragmatic, mature side? And what does their efficiency from dead-balls tell us about how football is changing, especially when even Arsenal’s open-play output has dipped despite sitting top of the league? We blame late-stage capitalism, because why not? Theme is Ghost Cat by Gillen . Learn more ...
Oct 27, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 9Ep. 42
Spurs have climbed to third in the Premier League after a solid, but strangely unexciting win away at whatever Everton's new stadium is called. The first team to score from a set-piece against Everton, as well as being the first team to beat them at their new ground in the Premier League. Thomas Frank's introduction of Kolo Muani from the beginning was a welcome addition, regardless of the Palhinha x Bentancur double pivot. How good are Spurs? Do we know? No. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
Oct 26, 2025•40 min•Season 9Ep. 41
Following Tottenham’s drab 0-0 draw with Monaco, Jack is joined by Dan Louw to ask whether Thomas Frank is really the right man to take Spurs forward. The football’s tough to watch, the results aren’t disastrous, but is it just mediocrity dressed up as progress? They also dig into Xavi Simons’ faltering form, his crisis of confidence, and whether Spurs’ issues can really be solved by new signings or if a change of manager would put Spurs on an upward curve. In the Q&A, Dan reflects on his cl...
Oct 23, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Season 9Ep. 40
Tottenham played out a goalless draw in Monaco in a largely forgettable match - more likely remembered for Thomas Frank's somewhat baffling team selection to start the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 22, 2025•47 min•Season 9Ep. 39
Jack is joined by Gavin to break down Tottenham’s defeat to Aston Villa, a result that laid bare the increasingly cautious nature of Thomas Frank’s side. From the conservative midfield of Palhinha and Bentancur to the lack of attacking spark and Xavi Simons’ quiet display, it was another afternoon where control seemed to take priority over creativity. The pair also question whether Spurs’ struggles come down to tactics or personnel with Tel and Odobert under scrutiny and debate the ongoing conce...
Oct 20, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 9Ep. 38
Tottenham slipped to a 2-1 home defeat against Aston Villa in a flat and frustrating performance at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Despite a bright start, Spurs quickly lost control and never looked convincing once Villa grew into the game. Questions are now being asked of Thomas Frank’s reserved tactical approach, with his side once again lacking attacking impetus and creativity in the final third. Further scrutiny also falls on Vicario after another shaky display between the posts. A disjointe...
Oct 19, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 9Ep. 37
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Oct 17, 2025•56 min•Season 9Ep. 36
Continuing the international break theme and easing that listless, no-Spurs feeling, Jack’s joined by Tottenham’s very own comms duo, Rob Daly and Ben Haines, to relive the unforgettable Europa League Final in Bilbao. They share what it was like being on the inside of one of the greatest nights in the club’s history, from how they prepared to cover it professionally to the emotional high of witnessing a night where Spurs weren’t just there to take part, but to win. There’s talk of the surreal tr...
Oct 13, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Season 9Ep. 35
Tottenham have announced a fresh £100m investment from the club’s owners, but what does that actually mean? Jack speaks with Connor, aka Levynomics1882, to break it down in plain English. Is this real money Spurs can spend, or just clever accounting? What does it tell us about ENIC’s plans, and why now? Everything you need to know about Spurs’ latest financial shake-up. Theme is Ghost Cat by Gillen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Oct 10, 2025•44 min•Season 9Ep. 34
No Spurs this week, but plenty to talk about. Jack is joined by The Extra Inch’s Windy to take stock of Tottenham’s season so far. Is Thomas Frank genuinely builing a brighter future, or is his system limited? They debate whether the team’s attacking issues come down to personnel or system, and share thoughts on Wilson Odobert's ability and potential dividing fans right now. Then it’s onto listener questions: – How should we manage expectations around young players like Mikey Moore and Luca Will...
Oct 09, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Season 9Ep. 33
Jack is joined by Billie T to discuss Tottenham’s 2-1 win over Leeds United, a huge result before the international break that ends Leeds’ long unbeaten run at Elland Road. The lads talk about Spurs’ growing solidity under Thomas Frank, the remarkable stat of being the only Premier League team not to concede in the final 15 minutes of games, and whether Frank’s pragmatic, low-xG style is sustainable. There’s praise for Mathys Tel after his goal, Xavi Simons’ influence through the middle, and Udo...
Oct 06, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 9Ep. 32
Spurs became the first team to win at Elland road since September 2024 as they left Yorkshire the victors this afternoon. Despite another solid performance full of belief from Frank's men, there remains some skepticism from the fanbase. Shouldn't we just get on with it and try and enjoy the fact that Spurs aren't losing loads of games at the moment? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 04, 2025•38 min•Season 9Ep. 31
Jack is joined by Jon Bass of the Man’s Not What podcast for the latest Thursday Q&A. We reflect on Spurs’ frustrating Europa League draw with Bodo/Glimt — where Thomas Frank needs to take the blame, but also where he’s actually doing a good job. Which players should be stepping up, and are the younger talents being asked to carry too much pressure too soon? Then it’s over to your questions, from what kind of pants Thomas Frank might wear, (and what Jon wears when tackling a burglar in the n...
Oct 02, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 9Ep. 30
