Poddenham Podspur (Spurs Podcast)
by iainham iainspur
This is a Tottenham Hotspur podcast about Tottenham Hotspur podcasts and fan culture.Listen if you’re interested in hearing pseudo-intellectual reviews of the ways in which Spurs supporters use language to share their opinions on everything that happens around White Hart Lane.Sometimes known as Poddingham Podspur.Bluesky: @poddenhampodspur.bsky.social
Episodes
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The Humans and AI Making Spurs Podcasts
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools are everywhere. In our homes, schools, and even Spurs podcasts. I decided to take some time to explore the human and machine sides of creating a Tottenham Hotspur podcast. Listen if you’re interested in learning more about how I make this show and what tools are...
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Tottenham Podcasts: The Good, The Bad and The Spursy
There's a lot to love and hate about Tottenham Hotspur podcasts and YouTube shows so let's think about them for a little bit. With thanks to everyone who shared comments on Bluesky. COYS Music by Neb: @Nesbutt.bsky.social Words by Iain: @poddenhampodspur.bsky.social
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Spurs 2-0 Chelsea: Spurs Podcasters Frolicking and Fighting
Oh, what a day. What a glorious day! The mighty Tottenham Hotspur humiliated Chelsea at Stamford Bridge and all is right with the world. The sun is shining, birds are singing, and Spurs podcasters are creating content. In this episode, Iain recaps what people are saying about the performance and...
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Inside the Hometown Glory podcast with Rosa
In this episode of Poddenham Podspur, I’m joined by Rosawho hosts Hometown Glory podcast. Rosa is a longtime supporter of Spurs men and a more recent fan of the women’s team. We talk about her Tottenham podcasting story, how to strike the right balance when covering both Spurs women and men, and...
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Spurs Podcasters: Bad Gamblers or Mystic Megs?
How good (or not) are Tottenham Hotspur podcasters at predicting the future? In this episode, I put predictions from Spurs podcasts under the microscope, looking at their calls during the opening weeks of the 2026/27 Premier League season. Which shows made the most accurate predictions? Which got...
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Talking Spurs Women Podcasts with Caroline Stefko (N17 Women)
Iain chats with Caroline Stefko of the N17 Women podcast about her passion for supporting and podcasting about Spurs Women. They discuss the growth of the women’s team, what it’s like covering Tottenham from across the pond, and the joy of following the club beyond the men’s game. Caroline also...
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A Choose Your Own Spurs Transfer Window Review Podcast
Welcome to the most unnecessarily complicated way of deciding what you think about Tottenham’s summer transfer window. This is a choose-your-own-adventure Spurs podcast, where every signing and every departure comes with a choice: listen to the case for, skip to the case against, or wander off…
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A list of Tottenham Hotspur podcasts and YouTube fan channels read aloud to smooth jazz
A (mostly) complete list of every active Tottenham Hotspur podcast or YouTube fan channel. Enjoy. Listen to my review of this list, and much more, in my episode on Spurs podcast trends in 2026: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4QrShItQM5q0mlRqkGWqC8 Follow Poddenham Podspur on Bluesky:...
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Why are there 160+ Spurs podcasts and fan channels?
In this episode, I take another look at the Tottenham Hotspur podcasting and YouTube landscape: how many shows are currently active, how many have started or disappeared over the last two years, and what the numbers can tell us about the way the Spurs podosphere has changed over time. There are...
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Chemistry Lessons
Alright? In this multi-part reaction episode, Iain rides the emotional rollercoaster of Tottenham Hotspur’s opening week of the season. Hear a series of reactions recorded before, during, and after the 5-1 League Cup win over Charlton, tracing how the narratives around Spurs evolved in the wake…
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The Spurs Squad Audit... Audit
Tottenham Hotspur kick off their 26/27 Premier League campaign soon so Iain decided to revisit what Spurs podcasters were saying about the state of the Club back in early June. Featuring: a comparison between how The Spurs Show, The Extra Inch, and The Fighting Cock immediately reacted to staying...
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Everything You Wanted To Know About Spurs Podcasts But Were Afraid To Ask
There's over 100 Spurs podcasts and YouTube channels! Where did they come from, what do they talk about, what's an ITK, who are they? This episode of Poddenham Podspur is an introductory Spurs 101 to help new and long-time Tottenham supporters learn about the podcasting cottage industry. #####...
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Inside The Cheese Room Podcast with Bren McGerty
Iain spends some time talking with a man stuck inside The Cheese Room. Bren talks about the international origins of his podcast, his Spurs story, being friends with Sandro, his voice appearing in the All Or Nothing documentary, and much more. Listen to The Cheese Room podcast: Spotify -...
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How Many Tottenham Hotspur Blogs Are There?
Join me on a journey through the who, what, and why of Spurs blogs and newsletters. You can find a mostly accurate list of active Tottenham blogs, newsletters, and aggregators on Bloggenham Blogspur: blogspur.substack.com/p/a-tottenham-hotspur-blog-log ##### Music by Neb Economou...
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Inside Rule The Roost with Jack Hussey
Iain sits down with Jack Hussey to talk about Rule The Roost, one of the most recognizable podcasts in the Spurs world. Jack reflects on his podcasting journey, how he has kept the show engaging over the years, and the experience of becoming a well-known figure in Tottenham Hotspur's online...
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Making a Tottenham Hotspur Podcast: Reflections on the 2025/26 Season
Six Tottenham Hotspur podcasters walk into a bar... In this episode, Iain is joined by Graeme from Tottenham Home and Away, Graham from The Crowing Cockerel, Mike from Wicked Spursy, Owen from YAPS, and Stu from CADS to discuss their experiences of the 2025/26 Premier League season as Spurs...
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The Poddenham Podspur Podcast Awards for Podcasts About Tottenham Hotspur
Some reflecting and naval gazing about Spurs podcasting in the 25/26 season. COYS I rawdogged this episode so minimal editing and no outro song :( Follow me! @poddenhampodspur.bsky.social Email me! [email protected]
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Waiting Room
A reflection on Tottenham's final Premier League game of the season, relegation, rivalry, and a podcast about a podcast about a podcast about podcasts. Plus a few contributions from friends. Keep the faith. Up the Spurs. Music and ball throwing by Neb Economou (@tedcruzinusa.bsky.social) Thanks...
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So close yet so VAR
Let's overthink Tottenham's draw with Leeds, refereeing bias, overconfidence, and the return of James Maddison. Music by Neb Economou (@tedcruzinusa.bsky.social) Follow the show on Bluesky (@poddenhampodspur.bsky.social) Email the show: [email protected] VAR Efficacy Citations:...
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A Tale of Two Wins (As Told by Premier League Podcasters)
What can Tottenham Hotspur supporters learn about the club's relegation future by listening to podcasts which cover the entire Premier League? Iain takes a break from only reviewing Spurs podcasts by listening to some popular Premier League podcasts. Tune in for a examination of how the wider...
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Drive-by tummy punchers
Never pod and drive. Iain cruises around in the podmobile and talks about Tottenham, hope, how he'd motivate the players, and what he'd sacrifice to stay in the Premier League. Music by Neb Economou (@tedcruzinusa.bsky.social) Follow the pod on Bluesky: @poddenhampodspur.bsky.social Email me!...
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How Did Spurs Get Here? | Conspiracy Theories DEBUNKED!!!
Tottenham are a mess. But why? Let's review and address some popular ideas about what led Spurs towards disaster. Is it the grass, the players, or something more sinister? (No.) Music by the amazing Neb Economou (@tedcruzinusa) Words by the less amazing iain (@poddenhampodspur.bsky.social) Email...
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The Roberto De Zerbi Episode
A deep dive into the division between Tottenham Hotspur supporters after Spurs hired Roberto De Zerbi as head coach. Should people stick to football or their morals? Content warning: discussion of violence towards women. Organizations who can help if you or someone you know is a victim of…
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Hope Is A Dangerous Little Thing | Spurs draw with Liverpool & BEAT Atleti!
Looks like hope is back on the menu, boys! Tottenham Hotspur have spurred back into life with a draw and a win against two of Europe's best teams and Spurs podcasters are spreading hope like the measles. Let's think about how we use and channel hope during times of stress. And Cadbury Creme Eggs,...
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Wheeler Dealer Retrospective
Iain chats to Greg from Wheeler Dealer Radio about his 10+ year years podcasting about Tottenham Hotspur. They discuss the origins of the pod, covering multiple managerial reigns, and returning to record one last pod after Spurs won the Europa League in Bilbao. ----- Follow Greg on Bluesky:...
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Tottenham Hotspur vs. The World
Let's talk about distractions. ##### List of mental health crisis lines: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lines ##### Follow the show: @poddenhampodspur.bsky.social Email: [email protected] ##### Tags: #Tottenham #Hotspur #Spurs #COYS #THFC #TottenhamHotspur #N17...
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Post-Match Reaction | Spurs 1-2 Fulham (March 1, 2026)
My first reaction pod! Why did I chose a sloppy 2-1 away loss to Fulham to lay down some thoughts? Follow the pod: @poddenhampodspur.bsky.social Email: [email protected] #Spurs #TottenhamHotspur #COYS #THFC #Tottenham #TottenhamHotspurPodcast #PremierLeague #N17 #IgorTudor…
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The Myth of a Free Hit | Igor Tudor's first week as Tottenham Coach
Thomas Frank is out, Igor Tudor is in, and Tottenham Hotspur are shaking it all about. This episode of Poddenham Podspur reviews how Spurs podcasters reacted to Frank's sacking, Tudor's hiring, and the North London Derby. Listen for pondering about whether there really is such a thing as a 'free...
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Looking Through Tottenham Hotspur's Broken Windows
A look back on Spurs' January transfer window. Listen for a timeline of events and summaries of the Tottenham Hotspur podosphere's views on the board, Thomas Frank, Johan Lange, Cristian Romero, and the new signings. All of this is bookended by an ill thought out framing device based on Frederic...
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Creating a Spurs Nostalgia Podcast (interview with Gareth Dace)
Author, historian, and podcaster Gareth Dace chats with Iain about his experiences sharing his passion for the ups and downs of being a Tottenham Hotspur supporter in the 90s on his new podcast, 'Is Gascoigne Going To Have a Crack? The Spurs Nostalgia Podcast.' Gareth talks about his process...
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Conflicts of Disinterest
Iain kicks off the new year by airing some grievances and how they influence the podcast. Follow the show on Bluesky (@poddenhampodspur) or email [email protected] Music by Neb Economou (Bluesky: @tedcruzinusa) #COYS #TottenhamHotspur #Spurs #ThomasFrank
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Why Do We Listen to Spurs Podcasts After a Loss?
Why do some Spurs fans immediately reach for a podcast after a loss but others avoid them completely? In this episode, I unpack the psychology of post-defeat listening and why Tottenham Hotspur supporters turn to podcasts when results go wrong. I break fans into distinct post-match listening…
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An Inside View of Podcasting, Journalism, and Spurs
Iain talks to Ashley Collie about being a Tottenham Hotspur podcaster and interviewing some of the world's biggest stars. Ash is an award-winning journalist who has spent thirty years learning about the lives of athletes and movie stars. He talks about his experiences and how they inform his...
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Talking Tottenham and Well-Being
In a break from podcast reviews, this episode discusses recent discontent within the Spurs fanbase by exploring the complex relationship between sports fandom, personal identity, and mental health. Trigger warning: brief reference to studies on partner violence. Some mental health resources: UK:...
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North London Dejection
Spurs played Arsen*l and lost badly. I run through a list of words used by Tottenham Hotspur podcasters to describe the performance and analyze who the podcasters are blaming. COYS Podcasts reviewed or listened to: An Echo Of Glory CADS Doctor Tottenham Hometown Glory Last Word On Spurs Oh So…
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Mid-season Spurs Pod Review
It's November! Let's think about Tottenham Hotspur this season and, more importantly, what Spurs podcasters are saying about the Club. COYS ##### Music by Neb Economou (@tedcruzinusa.bsky.social) ##### Follow the pod: @poddenhampodspur.bsky.social Email the pod: [email protected] #####...
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Chat with Barnaby Slater (Spurred On)
Iain discusses all things Tottenham Hotspur Podcasts with the host of Spurred On, Barnaby Slater. Barnaby created one of the first Spurs fan channels in 2015 while working for Fremantle UK before starting his own daily podcast two years ago. He shares insights and stories about his experiences as…
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Interview with Mike Leigh (The Spurs Show)
Iain chats with Mike Leigh about his Tottenham Hotspur podcasting career. Mike is the founder, co-producer and co-host of the longest-running Tottenham Hotspur podcast, The Spurs Show. He reflects on podding about Spurs for nearly twenty years, his favorite guests, who's on his wish list, living…
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Fabio Podatici
In this episode, Iain talks about Fabio Paratici's return to Tottenham Hotspur as co-Sporting Director after serving a30 month ban on any involvement in football operations (other than consultancy, apparently). Listen for an overview of Paratici's career, his work at Spurs with Johan Lange, and…
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Chat with David Harris (Grumpy Old Spurs)
Iain chats with one of the co-hosts of Grumpy Old Spurs, David Harris, about 10+ years of being a Tottenham Hotspur podcaster, starting a new show, living in Australia, and the power of being grumpy from time to time. Watch Grumpy Old Spurs on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LadsItsTottenham...
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Why Is There So Little Patience About Football?
In this episode, Iain is joined by Matt (@radicals-roots.bsky.social) to chat about the merits of patience in football discourse, examples of impatience, and the factors which have contributed to the current atmosphere. #COYS #THFC #Tottenham #Spurs Music by Neb Economou (Bluesky:...
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Who Watches The Watchalongs?
Take a deep dive into the world of Spurs fan livestreaming by examining one of the most popular Tottenham fan channels producing producing matchday vlogs on YouTube, WeAreTottenhamTV, and who might enjoy this type of content. COYS References:Who needs Soccer Saturday? The fans putting it all out...
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The What, When and How of Tottenham Hotspur Podcasts
There's over 100 Spurs podcasts but are they all the same? Iain examines the portfolio of Tottenham pods, looking at their formats, location, publication frequency and more, plus emerging trends and gaps. COYS ##### Music by Neb Economou (@tedcruzinusa.bsky.social) ##### Follow the show on…
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Daniel Levy or How Tottenham Podcasters Learned to Stop Worrying and Love ENIC
A summer of change continues at Tottenham Hotspur with the departure of chairman Daniel Levy after decades of dominating discourse among Spurs fans. Iain digs into how they reacted to the news, described Levy's legacy, and feel about the new norm in N17. COYS ##### Music by Neb Economou...
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The Last Days of Daniel Levy
Spurs have undergone fundamental change this summer unlike anything fans have experienced in decades. Tottenham changed coaches, captains, and the chairman, Daniel Levy. Iain unpacks how Tottenham podcasters have processed these new and uncertain times. COYS ##### Music by Neb Economou (Bluesky:...
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(Spurs) Women To The Front
Spurs Women begin their 25/26 WSL campaign this weekend. Iain discusses the highs and lows of the team and reviews the three podcasts that cover them: N17 Women, Hometown Glory, and The Tottenham Depot. Listen to Hometown Glory's season preview here:...
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Interview with Flav Bateman (The Fighting Cock, The Lab)
Iain sits down with Flav Bateman to chat about his career as a Tottenham Hotspur podcaster. From recording in a derelict pub to now running one of the most popular football podcasts, Flav reflects on some of his accomplishments, challengers, and what makes The Fighting Cock a cornerstone of the...
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Jeers and Loving Tottenham Hotspur
Spurs won a trophy a few months ago! So, why does the mood around Tottenham online spaces feel so glum? Iain is joined by Mark and Matt from THFC Bluesky (a.k.a. COYSky) to talk about how Tottenham fans process frustrations, their causes, and share their tips on remaining positive. Follow Matt...
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What is Tottenham Hotspur's favourite podcast?
Tottenham Hotspur fans are spoiled for choice when it comes to podcasts—but which one truly rules the airwaves? Poddenham Podspur dives deep into the world of Spurs fan-created audio and video, using data to dissect the most popular and influential Spurs podcasts out there. COYS ###### Get in...
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Talking Spurs, Podcasts, and Soccer in the US with Mike Steenstra (Rooster And The Villain)
Iain chats with good friend and football renaissance man Mike Steenstra about his podcast (Rooster And The Villain), organizing community events (The World Cup Pop Up), running an Official Supporters Club, developing an obsession with lower tier US soccer, and doing all this while being a dad....
About this show
This is a Tottenham Hotspur podcast about Tottenham Hotspur podcasts and fan culture.Listen if you’re interested in hearing pseudo-intellectual reviews of the ways in which Spurs supporters use language to share their opinions on everything that happens around White Hart Lane.Sometimes known as Poddingham Podspur.Bluesky: @poddenhampodspur.bsky.social
Hosted by
iainham iainspur