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EPISODE · Mar 26, 2026 · 55 MIN

S3E42 | Danny Blanchflower, A Glorious Life

from The Lab (Tottenham Hotspur Podcast) · host The Fighting Cock

You can buy Mike Donavan's wonderful book here We sat down with author Mike Donovan to explore the life and legacy of Danny Blanchflower, a man who helped define Tottenham Hotspur. We discuss Donovan’s journey, Blanchflower’s move to Spurs, and his influence on one of the club’s greatest sides. More than a brilliant footballer, Blanchflower was a modern captain ahead of his time. Thoughtful, articulate, and demanding of high standards, he shaped the dressing room and embodied what Spurs stood for. This episode looks at why his legacy still matters today, and why he remains the gold standard for leadership and identity at a football club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You can buy Mike Donavan's wonderful book here We sat down with author Mike Donovan to explore the life and legacy of Danny Blanchflower, a man who helped define Tottenham Hotspur. We discuss Donovan’s journey, Blanchflower’s move to Spurs, and his influence on one of the club’s greatest sides. More than a brilliant footballer, Blanchflower was a modern captain ahead of his time. Thoughtful, articulate, and demanding of high standards, he shaped the dressing room and embodied what Spurs stood for. This episode looks at why his legacy still matters today, and why he remains the gold standard for leadership and identity at a football club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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