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The Lab (Tottenham Hotspur Podcast)

The Fighting Cock
Tottenham Hotspur
Premier League
Ange Postecoglou
Daniel Levy
Thomas Frank
Europa League
Football
Chelsea
Transfer Window
Dejan Kulusevski
Injuries
ENIC
Manchester City
Harry Kane
Arsenal
Brentford
Manchester United
Change For Tottenham
Xavi Simons
Roberto De Zerbi

Brought to you by the lads at The Fighting Cock, The Lab is a Football podcast that encourages in depth conversation on subject matter that ranges from tactics, to transfer deals, how injuries are treated, to an agent's role, to content creators, to coaches, and much more. Essentially The Lab is a podcast that talks about everything around the pitch, not just just what happens on it.

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Why would anyone voluntarily support Tottenham? Josh Emden joins us on The Lab to explain why Spurs might still be the best choice for a neutral, even when the football makes us miserable.

We debate owner funding, the financial arguments around City... more

Ben White joins us to unpack Tottenham’s finances. Why are Spurs reporting losses when the stadium generates so much money? What does ENIC’s cash injection actually mean? And how much room is there for another big transfer window?

We discuss the dif... more

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James Harris joins us to talk about his dad, their shared love of Tottenham and what it means to follow Spurs without him.

From childhood trips to White Hart Lane and arguments over favourite players to w... more

Welcome to The Lab. For this episode, I sat down with someone who means an enormous amount to this club and to all of us who support it: Ledley King.

An academy graduate, our captain, a one-club man and now a member of Tottenham’s Hall of Fame.

On ... more

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Recent Guests

Josh Emden
Tottenham supporter and writer of Subenham Stackspurs
Subenham Stackspurs
Episode: S4E13 | Why every neutral should support Spurs
Ben White
Finance expert providing in-depth analysis of Tottenham Hotspur's finances
The Lab / Tottenham Hotspur
Episode: S4E12 | ENIC’s Cash, City’s Case and Tottenham’s Next Move
James Harris
Writer and contributor on The Fighting Cock, discussing his dad and Tottenham
The Fighting Cock
Episode: S4E11 | Me, My Dad, and Tottenham
Ledley King
Former Tottenham Hotspur captain and Hall of Fame inductee
Tottenham Hotspur
Episode: S4E10 | 30 Minutes With Ledley King
Dan Kilpatrick
Athletics journalist covering Tottenham Hotspur
The Athletic
Episode: S4E09 | Richarlison Exit, Mudryk Gamble & Spurs’ Injury Reset
Adam Catterall
Broadcaster, storyteller and host of Fight Disciples
Fight Disciples
Episode: S4E02 | The Beautiful Rivalry: The People, Pubs and Pavements of Spurs vs Arsenal
Anatole Pang
Analyst and regular guest on The Lab
The Lab
Episode: S4E01 | How Tottenham Became A Super Club
Harry Brooks
Trainer to professional footballers at every level, including Champions League players
RH10 Football
Episode: S3E54 | Excitement, Skepticism and Spurs' Summer Rebuild
Matt Slater
Senior news reporter for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: S3E54 | Inside The Fall Of Daniel Levy

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Flav
Host of The Lab

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 2.5k ratings
  • Love it #COYS

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Andy K
    7 days ago
  • Love this Pod

    Big fan of The Fighting Cock and the Lab is excellent addition.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fits895
    United Kingdom24 days ago
  • The Fighting Cock Gets Serious

    The Lab is Flav’s podcast to have expert guests join the pod to discuss serious subjects on the current state of Spurs. Transfers, football corporate finance, football operations, management, etc. I highly recommend listening for the expert discussions of Spurs never boring state of affairs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LongarLongar
    United States4 months ago
  • Love this pod, great job Flav

    Many great and insightful discussions about football generally and specifically how it relates to Spurs. From finance to psychology, they go deep on fascinating topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aubrey ML
    United States4 months ago
  • Expert Spurs content

    Excellent every time

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yiddaholic
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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Great depth on a Spurs-focused podcast with engaging hosts and high-quality guests.
The show stands out for its serious, informed take on ownership and strategic decisions.
The host creates a thoughtful space for complex topics like governance and transfers.
High-quality interviews with industry-insiders and journalists giving a clear view of football business.
Well-produced, thoughtful, and evergreen content that goes beyond current events.
Insightful and nuanced discussions on Spurs beyond match results.
Balances warmth with rigorous, data-driven exploration of football topics.
Consistently top-tier guests and deep analysis across finance, governance, and strategy.

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#195
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#218
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Apple Podcasts
#18
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#69
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#96
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#112
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S4E13 | Why every neutral should support Spurs
Q: But do you think that distinction really matters to football fans? Is it for most of us that just winning is the be-all and end-all regardless of how you do it?
Emden says it matters to him because it gives him a sense of moral high ground as a Tottenham supporter, while admitting that this argument is partly a way to cope with the club's struggles.
S4E13 | Why every neutral should support Spurs
Q: What is it do you think makes Spurs the perfect team to support if you're a neutral looking for a team?
Emden says Spurs are a hipster choice with a hint of past glory, and that neutrals can support the club without being labelled glory hunters. He also argues that the club offers a morally preferable alternative to teams he believes benefited from questionable financial practices.
S3E56 | The Spurs Finance Q&A - Why Cash Is King
Q: Has Levy actually set us up better than any Premier League club since his departure?
Yes, the Lewis family have provided substantial cash injections, and Levy built a structure that allows Samsung-like long-term spending capacity without immediate danger, though they'd likely be more cautious if he were still in charge.
S3E51 | Steve Nash & The Fighting Cock - From MVP to COYS
Q: What are the key differences between basketball and football in terms of culture, leadership, and game strategy?
The guests discuss how leadership in basketball often relies on player-led culture and the role of coaches as catalysts rather than sole drivers. They contrast the one-championship nature of basketball with football's multiple trophies and the broader ecosystem in football (league, cup, World Cup), emphasizing how culture, leadership, and tactical approaches vary by sport.
S3E51 | Steve Nash & The Fighting Cock - From MVP to COYS
Q: How did you end up becoming a two-time MVP, and what were the factors that allowed you to stand out in the league?
Nash explains that his impact came from a combination of vision, playmaking, efficiency, and the fit within his team, rather than simply being the most athletic or dominant player. He highlights how team context, coaching, and the responsibility given to him were crucial, along with the ability to close games.

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A deep-diche short-form description focusing on enterprise-level football analysis around a top-flight club. Episodes commonly cover transfers, ownership and governance, wage frameworks, stadium revenue, and regulatory constraints, alongside tactical breakdowns and leadership culture. The show stands out for hosting a mix of journalists, analysts, former agents, and industry insiders who bring finance, governance, and strategic perspectives to Spurs-centric conversations. Listeners likely include serious fans, industry professionals, and marketers seeking insightful commentary beyond match reports, with a candid, data-informed, and sometimes provocative tone that balances opinions with inside context.

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1. The Fighting Cock (Tottenham Hotspur Podcast)
2. The Extra Inch (Spurs Podcast)
3. Rule The Roost - A Tottenham Hotspur Podcast
4. The Tottenham Way
5. Talking Tottenham

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Recent guests on The Lab include:

1. Josh Emden
2. Ben White
3. James Harris
4. Ledley King
5. Dan Kilpatrick
6. Adam Catterall
7. Anatole Pang
8. Harry Brooks

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