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The Lab (Tottenham Hotspur Podcast)

The Fighting Cock
Tottenham Hotspur
Premier League
Ange Postecoglou
Chelsea
Football
Fantasy Premier League
Football Tactics
Manchester United
Antonio Nusa
Arsenal
Dejan Kulusevski
Harry Kane
Player Injuries
Team Dynamics
Club Brugge
Player Performance
Norway
Richarlison
Erling Haaland
Analytics

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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Latest Episodes

We get into Romero’s Instagram post and whether “disgrace” was a translation issue or another not-so-subtle dig at the people running Spurs. From a historically dead January window to PSR reality, loan market weirdness, and why the club feels complet... more

We’re joined by sports psychologist Dan Abrahams to talk about what’s really happening inside a player’s head when the pressure hits. Dan explains his “ANTS” idea (automatic negative thoughts), why mistakes snowball, and how crowd emotion can seep in... more

We stop doing the “everyone’s rubbish” routine and actually audit the squad. What’s a genuine upgrade, what’s just frustration, and who simply doesn’t fit. Vicario and the modern keeper problem, Dragusin as the obvious sale, Udogie’s injuries, Porro’... more

We’re back with Harry Brooks and we get stuck into Conor Gallagher to Spurs, why he’s basically plug and play, and why managers love him. We talk about what he actually gives Spurs off the ball, how he can become the press trigger we’ve been missing,... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Abrahams
Sports psychologist with extensive experience in elite sports including football, rugby, and Formula One
Self-employed
Episode: S2E32 | Psychology at Spurs: Dan Abrahams on Control, Chaos, and the Crowd
Tom Barclay
Journalist covering Tottenham Hotspur
Episode: S2E24 | Spurs, The Media And The Mix Zone
Eddie Hearn
Promoter and CEO of Matchroom Boxing
Matchroom Boxing
Episode: S3E20 | The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Boxing
Sam Gilley
Commonwealth boxing champion and Tottenham Hotspur fan
Episode: S3E20 | The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Boxing
Dan Kilpatrick
Football journalist at The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: S3E18 | Booing, xG, and an Identity Crisis with Dan Kilpatrick
Flav Bateman
Creative force behind The Fighting Cock and The Lab
The Fighting Cock
Episode: S3E16 | Why We Do The Fighting Cock
Gareth Dace
Author of 'Hotshot Tottenham Spurs in the 80s, Hoddle, Hummel and Hazards'
Episode: S3E13 | Hotshot Spurs: Hoddle, Hummel and the Hazards of the 80s
Darren Anderton
Former Tottenham player, first episode guest on Gareth Dace's podcast
Episode: S3E13 | Hotshot Spurs: Hoddle, Hummel and the Hazards of the 80s
Andrew Pettifer
Author of 'When the Final Whistle Blows: Glory, Grief and Tottenham Hotspur'
Episode: S3E08 | When the Final Whistle Blows: Glory, Grief and Spurs with Andrew Pettifer

Host

Flav Bateman
Flav Bateman serves as the host and creative force behind discussions delving into Tottenham Hotspur's narratives, tactics, and cultural significance in football.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Great Podcast

    Real insight on all aspects of THFC. Brilliantly hosted by Flav.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MTHCOYS
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Brilliant!

    Flav has nailed this. Love TFC but this is a more serious look at Spurs and he has fantastic guests on to talk all things Spurs. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Colonel_Klinck
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Fantastic Pod

    Another great pod from Flav and the crystal palace guy 😂. I like both of them and their opinions and also they make me laugh a lot. Keep it up lads

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ckjah
    United States5 months ago
  • Balanced Spurs pod

    Love The Lab. a wide range of different discussions with a diverse group of guests, all superbly facilitated by the host Flav. Keep it going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MF_HART
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Brilliant

    I love this show. Goal as always is able to present in such a warm, educated and funny way. Listen to almost everything he does but this pod is a really good deep dive in to Spurs

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paramoralex
    United Kingdom7 months ago

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Listeners enjoy the balance between serious football talk and a light-hearted approach, making it entertaining and informative.
The variety of guests brings a rich understanding of the sport and club, enhancing the conversation.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis and the unique perspective on Tottenham Hotspur's tactics and culture.
Reviews highlight the authenticity and thoughtfulness of the discussions, providing a fresh take on football.

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Apple Podcasts
#55
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Apple Podcasts
#89
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#152
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#184
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#69
Australia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#97
Italy/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Vinai Venkatesham’s Promises vs Reality: What is the Plan?
Q: Do you think Spurs generally tried to sign players and failed or just chose not to act?
They tried to sign players but faced difficulties due to competition and market conditions.
S2E32 | Psychology at Spurs: Dan Abrahams on Control, Chaos, and the Crowd
Q: Can a team's success primarily come from the changing room culture, or does it need to stem from the organization at large?
Success is best achieved when mindset practices are integrated throughout the organization, from the board down to the players.
S2E32 | Psychology at Spurs: Dan Abrahams on Control, Chaos, and the Crowd
Q: Would you consider players like Harry Kane and Son to be mentally top of their field in terms of controlling their emotions?
They exhibit sophistication and accomplishment mentally, although it's important not to assume their mindset without direct conversation.
S2E32 | Psychology at Spurs: Dan Abrahams on Control, Chaos, and the Crowd
Q: How do you approach dealing with ants (automatic negative thoughts) for a player?
By creating mental frameworks and specific tools, players can maintain their high-performance mindset despite experiencing ANTS.
S2E30 | From Santos Chaos To Spurs Madness: Why Joao Souza’s Mentality Will Be Huge
Q: Is Joao Souza ready for Premier League football right now?
Vickery thinks Souza is much better than a previous player (Veli's) and is worth giving a chance to play.

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Focused on the deeper narratives and tactical discussions surrounding Tottenham Hotspur, this podcast explores a wide range of subjects encompassing the sport of football. From analyzing managerial tactics and player transfers to engaging with fan sentiments and exploring the intricacies of match atmosphere, the content encourages listeners to consider the broader context of the game. Discussions with both guests and hosts provide expert insights, personal anecdotes, and reflections, creating a communal and reflective listening experience for sports enthusiasts and Tottenham supporters alike.

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Recent guests on The Lab include:

1. Dan Abrahams
2. Tom Barclay
3. Eddie Hearn
4. Sam Gilley
5. Dan Kilpatrick
6. Flav Bateman
7. Gareth Dace
8. Darren Anderton

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