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Jack Hussey
Welcome 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!Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rtrpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/tehTrunkTVSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Magic Competition
What'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.
01:03:2205/09/2022
RTR EXTRA: Tottenham 2-1 Fulham
Tottenham 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 where it mattered. COYS.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:02:0403/09/2022
RTR EXTRA: Transfer Deadline Day Special
IT'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.
01:15:3002/09/2022
RTR EXTRA: West Ham 1 - 1 Tottenham
Jack 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 Bridge and to West Ham and not lost either, there's something to be positive about.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
36:2631/08/2022
Little Englanders
Spooky 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 his showboating. Get into it.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:19:5629/08/2022
RTR EXTRA: Forest 0 - 2 Tottenham
It 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. Jack discusses all of the above and more. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
56:1628/08/2022
RTR EXTRA: Midweek Update Pre-Forest
The 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.
35:1725/08/2022
Stick By Sonny
Jack 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.
01:04:2322/08/2022
RTR EXTRA: Tottenham 1 - 0 Wolves
Jack is in the ground with Charlotte to digest Tottenham's 2-1 Premier League victory over Wolves. Cameos from Spooky and Bardi. COYSSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29:3320/08/2022
RTR EXTRA: Midweek Update Pre-Wolves
Jack is back to discuss: The Chelsea fallout - Ndombele's departure - Ruslan Malinovskyi - Sergio Regullion - Romero injury - Skipp and Winks - Wolves predictionSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
46:3318/08/2022
Oi Commentator Man
Jack 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 acast.com/privacy for more information.
56:4815/08/2022
RTR EXTRA: Chelsea 2 - 2 Tottenham
Jack 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.
43:2114/08/2022
Are You Scared Of Chelsea
RAJ 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.
01:40:3412/08/2022
Like That Energy
Jack 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.
58:2008/08/2022
RTR EXTRA: Tottenham 4 - 1 Southampton
We're winning the lot. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
39:3606/08/2022
Spilling The Tea
Jack 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.
01:11:4303/08/2022
Glasgow Aggro
Jack 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.
01:20:4127/07/2022
The Old Tottenham Mentality
Jack 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.
58:5422/07/2022
Finding The Fly In The Ointment
Jack welcomes Athletic journalist and View from the Lane podcaster, Charlie Eccleshare to the show to discuss the goings on from the ground in South Korea. Also welcomed to the show is friend of the pod Phil, who chats about our lack of fear going into this season, potential transfers and our worst kits in history. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
58:2114/07/2022
They're Done
Jack welcomes Flav to this week's show to discuss being cancelled, Tottenham's place in football right now, Ndombele's career, the Djed Spence transfer and a lot of mugging off Arsenal. We love Richarlison as well. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:04:3508/07/2022
It's A Bit Different Now
New season, new look, for Tottenham and for this podcast. Is it time to finally get excited? It doesn't feel like the "same old Tottenham" anymore does it? Jack spoke to old pal, Spooky about the current feel of everything going on IN and AROUND the club. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:06:5301/07/2022
On The Cusp
OH WHAT A NIGHTSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:04:3123/05/2022
Everything Will Be Alright In The End
Jack works out some Norwich themed nerves with friend of the show, Phil.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
39:2820/05/2022
Live Love Laugh
Jack is joined by Ben Haines to talk about the glory of the North London Derby. Did they bottle it, or was there more to it than that? Do we need to embrace professional 'ugly' displays? Heung Min Son, the greatest guy. We're on the cusp of the Champions League, and we're trying to contain our excitement. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:12:5017/05/2022
Queueing For A P**s
The North London derby is upon us. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:00:4012/05/2022
Everybody Loves Him
Jack welcomes a little known podcaster by the name of Flav to the podcast to discuss Jack's love of Arsenal, as well as some stuff to do with Spurs. How good is Kulusevski? Is Son one of the goats? Why does everybody hate Spurs? Jealous of Man City? Liverpool are very good. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
56:3304/05/2022
Vibes
Jack welcomes Spooky to the show and things get deep, obviously. Conte vs Pochettino, the ultimate clash. Who will prevail? Hopefully Tottenham Hotspur football club.\xtOMpYAVqAfUu30SeAPBSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:12:0725/04/2022
Realignment
Jack and Raj are back at their self-indulgent, existential mulling selves. Brighton, Conte, Pochettino, Eriksen...Football, what does it all even mean anymore?Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:11:3421/04/2022
F**king 'av it
Jack welcomes Ricky back to the show to bask in the glory of Spurs' win over Villa. With their incredible momentum, can they make top 4 their own, and maybe go one step further next season? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:02:4512/04/2022
Sentient Play-dough
As night follows day, a Tottenham win follows a Tottenham loss. Back on the show is Tom Foins to discuss that win over Brighton. Harry Kane, he's just ruddy brilliant isn't he? Son, not so much at the moment. Is that his own doing, or is Conte not getting the best out of him? Arsenal and Spurs are compared, as are Conte and Pochettino, because why not? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:11:1117/03/2022
A Man Reborn
Jack welcomes AP back to the show to discuss the win over Everton. Matt Doherty and why he's the best RWB in world football. The brilliance of Kulusevski and Bentancur. Not forgetting the majesty of Harry Kane. Can Spurs finish in the top 4? There's a lot to go over.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:01:3709/03/2022
Tonal Shift
Jack welcomes the Evening Standard's Dan Kilpatrick and his old pal Tom Foins back to the show for a Tottenham Way reunion. Conte and Kane, Kane and Conte. One goes, they both go?Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
54:1702/03/2022
At The Helm
Oh dear.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
52:2624/02/2022
Spuds Are Really Versatile
Jack welcomes back Spooky to the pod to discuss that victory over City. Conte the right man for the big occasion. Pep's Tottenham failures. Eric Dier and Twitter cancellations/echo chambers/pile ons. GOAT Harry Kane doing GOAT things. The versatility of spuds.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
57:2922/02/2022
Please, Don't Do This
Jack and friend of the show Phil pick over the pieces of Tottenham's defeat to Wolves, after Tottenham's defeat to Southampton. It's really not looking good so far, but who's to blame? Does Conte need to shoulder some of this? Is it entirely Levy's fault? Are the players absolutely awful? Remember when football was fun? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:00:5814/02/2022
Give The People What They Want
Jack welcomes back football writer and Juventus aficionado Jack Gallagher back to the pod to mull over the many Juventus and Spurs links of late. What would signing Dybala mean for Spurs? Is Paratici a fraud? What can we expect from new boys Kulusevski and Bentancur? Listen immediately. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
56:2504/02/2022
Bye Dele
Jack is joined this week by Spooky aka Dear Mr Levy aka GOAT Tottenham blogger to go over the transfer window. They say a long and heartfelt goodbye to Dele, who departs on his way for Everton, leaving a legacy of love at Tottenham regardless of trophies. In a less fond farewell, there's some chat about Ndombele and Lo Celso. They discuss finding the balance between cautious skepticism/optimism over Paratici and Levy. Before looking forward to a new era, putting the Pochettino era to bed with Dele's departure. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:21:2901/02/2022
Touchpaper
Well, that was certainly dramatic. Jack and Raj sit down to discuss that game against Leicester. What does this mean for the Conte tenure? What does this mean for Steven Bergwijn? They also discuss, for about the 575th time, why it's great to have Harry Kane. Things are happening, Fletch.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
56:3320/01/2022
Tinfoil Hat
To discuss the Arsenal game that never was, Jack welcomes friend of the show Phil back into the fold. Were Arsenal within their rights, or is there skulduggery at play? Looking ahead to Leicester, they discuss the pros and cons of Brendan Rodgers. Are Spurs right to dream this season? Should we be pursuing big transfers anymore? Do they ever work for Spurs? Is Levy's time up?Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
57:3718/01/2022
Muscle Memory
Another semi-final against Chelsea, and another loss for Tottenham Hotspur (obviously). Why can't Spurs ever get these games across the line, even when we are underdogs? Does Conte deserve to carry some of the flack for last night's performance? What was with that Gollini selection? Just how far off the pace are Tottenham, and who can we even bring in to fix this? Will Conte stick around? And if all that wasn't cheerful enough, we then preview the Arsenal game. Joy.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:08:1213/01/2022
He's Not That Bad
Amidst a sea of boos, Jack welcomes Adam Nathan to the pod to talk over Morecambe, and that Ndombele incident. Just how bad were the team? Do most of them need shipping out? Goalkeeping succession. We look ahead to Chelsea, whilst also spending far too long debating whether or not Arsenal are actually any good. Also, Daniel Levy, is about time he received a bit more respect?Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
53:2310/01/2022
We Do It To Ourselves
Jack is once again joined by friend of the show Ritch Grove (@Grove_digger on twitter) to pick apart the result from Stamford Bridge. Expectation vs reality. Why do we always do this? Is Conte going to leave? Are we going to back him? Where has Son gone? Does Ndombele have a future? All this, and cyclist's penises as well.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:05:2806/01/2022
Toe To Toe
Jack is joined by a very special guest to pick over the Liverpool game. We look at Conte's start as Spurs manager, what oft-called dead end players are now looking great, and a few predictions for the second half of the season. COYS.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:17:5320/12/2021
Keep Or Bin
In the wake of the Mura disaster, Jack welcomes friend of the show Tom 'Foins' back to the podcast, where they discuss the state of the squad at length.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:30:0226/11/2021
Full Alan Brazil
Jack this week welcomes the Daily Mirror's Conor Mummery to the pod, to talk all things Conte and pashun related, why people need to stop policing Pochettino love, Europa Conference, Harry Kane, Christian Romero and the need for more propa players from the British Isles. Get involved. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:01:0924/11/2021
Grandad
Jack welcomes historian, archeologist and all round top bloke Ritch Grove back to the pod where they discuss the promise of the Conte era, why it's been crap for a few years despite us having always been supposedly crap, all via Jack's method of asking vague questions in order to attempt to sound smart. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:08:2313/11/2021
Nuno Hadn't Even Hung His Hat Up
Nuno out. Conte in. Nuff said.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
55:3102/11/2021
They Have To Play Their Part
Jack welcomes back host of BBC Five Live's Football Daily and Tottenham's own N17 live, Ben Haines, back to the show to discuss the current state of play. Nuno in or out? How much of it is even on him? What can Spurs really hope for now? Does Harry Kane simply not care anymore? They also throwback to 'that' night in Amsterdam as Ben discusses a recent interview he held with Luca Moura. Listen and enjoy.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:11:2726/10/2021
Crisis? What Crisis?
Jack is joined by friend of the show AP to discuss Tottenham winning, losing our heads after the NLD, why Son is the true GOAT and whether or not Kane should be sold in January.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
58:0206/10/2021
Where Is The Hope?
Jack speaks with Spooky aka Dear Mr Levy aka the GOAT in an attempt to pick up the pieces in the wake of this weekend's defeat to Arsenal. Is it too soon to be calling for Nuno's head? If not, what's the alternative? Levy, hero, villain or a bit of both?Is Kane just not arsed anymore? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:05:2628/09/2021