The Game Is About Glory (Spurs Podcast)

Gareth and Milo discuss our draw against Leeds, the return of James Maddison, a couple of contentious decisions and the rise of Antonin KinskyWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo and Gareth are enjoying the rare air of a vital win at Villa Park. We discuss the factors behind our improved form, celebrate a MotM performance from Conor Gallagher, and even have time for brief history lesson on Welwyn Garden City. It's been that kind of Sunday - glory glorious!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo and Gareth celebrate 300 episodes of the pod by discussing our 1-0 WIN (capital letters!) at Wolves. Of course there was the usual ration of 2025/26 'luck' which came with it (injuries) and we'll discuss those, plus we'll be looking at some of the off-field moves this 'curious leadership' have made and are looking to make. It's a bit like a Black Mirror episode...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Ram discuss the awakening of Spurs against Brighton, who turned in a fine performance despite the heartbreaking concession of that last minute equaliser. We also discuss why Xavi Simons should keep his place, what De Zerbi is doing, and whether we think it will be enough!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo look back at another Spurs defeat, this time at Sunderland, rummage around for green shots, find only dried out sod(s) and have a frank(er) discussion than ever about our potential destination.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo and Gareth try to identify the five biggest mistakes the club has made since winning in Bilbao and packing the streets of N17 celebrating that Europa League win. We also discuss the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi, the club's finances and share some memories of Victor Wanyama.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo and Gareth discuss yet another shuffle in the Tottenham managerial merry-go-round as Igor Tudor and the club part ways. What's next? Who's next? Who knows? We talk through some of the rumours, as well as pondering whether THFC are an A24 folk-horror football movie nightmare come to life...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a positive week, Steff, Milo and Gareth, chat about us coming down to ground with a bump against Nottingham Forest. We try to find some rational perspectives amidst the storms of emotion post-match, and with 7 games and 21 points left to play for, now more than ever,  it is time to believe in Audere est Facere because the alternative won't help us!The Club That Liked To Say Yeshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGA1eu8MuBAWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo find hope, spirit, and fight after a battling draw at Anfield. They'll also get into some green shoots from the Wanda earlier in the week, as well as calling out the 'football media industry' and their distasteful and unhelpful way of piling misery into our eyes and ears! Grab this hopium and soar (or something like that)!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where do we go from here? Steff, Milo and Ram discuss our loss to Crystal Palace and try to sort through the turbulence, turmoil and trauma of Tottenham Hotspur right now. How are we personally dealing with this? And with 9 games to go, what we would do.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Gareth and Milo discuss our loss at Fulham, the Champions League draw and Scott Munn getting his excuses inWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff & Milo look back at the NLD, the start of the Tudor reign, get stuck in on the goons, and dissect two major interviews given by current, and former, club employees during the week.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo and Gareth cue up "Greensleeves" and refresh the 6 wives of Henry as Tudor Times arrive at Tottenham in the shape of interim manager Igor Tudor. We discuss the appointment, dip a couple of toes into the 'future appointment' waters, and also touch on the recent Ange and Poch interviews.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gareth and Milo get together for an emergency pod to discuss Frank's sacking and look back at his time as managerWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ram and Milo chat about our loss at Old Trafford, Cristian Romero - his red card and the media narrative around him - and we review the transfer window Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo and Gareth enjoy a week which saw Spurs battle back to a well-earned point against Man.City, and finish in the top 4 of the Champions League table after a 2-0 win at Eintracht Frankfurt.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo look chronologically at a week which started with Thomas Frank's Warm & Fuzzy Training Ground Lunch, and ended with a last gasp point scraped at Burnley. Meanwhile, the alternate universe Spurs cruised to an easy 2-0 win in the Champions League v Dortmund. We also shamelessly celebrate Cristian Romero!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo and Gareth discuss the pressure building on Thomas Frank which seems to only end one way after the disastrous 2-1 home defeat to West Ham. How can it be allowed to go on? Even WE get emotional about it.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo and Gareth take a slightly different approach to discussing the week's events and matches in N17. Less forensic, more holistic, some tea, sympathy (and strawberry milk), plus we pay deserved tribute to the legend Martin Chivers and the stalwart Terry Yorath.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Gareth look back at the draws against Sunderland and Brentford. We get into some deeper observations on where the club is at. Plus...it's transfer window time, and we are right in there! There's much to sink your ears into! Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Ram discuss the fruit of victory at Selhurst Park, ponder the concept of being managed by Syd Barrett, Lemmy, or Burnstein & Mensch, muse over whether we are miserable bastards, discuss the mighty Archie Gray, pontificate on the importance of inches, and find time to compare our current state to literature! Happy Holidays!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo and Gareth chat about a festive cracker against Liverpool with lots of fiery talking points, Micky van de Ven's interview on The Overlap and Fabio Paratici's rumoured departure Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo find themselves in Notts getting through some Frank discussions on the 3-0 defeat at Forest whilst also taking a moment to adore Sonny and murals.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo discuss our enjoyable win at home to Brentford and our midweek draw up at NewcastleWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo and Gareth are your therapists helping guide us all through the choppy waters which saw a home defeat to Fulham and a CL away defeat to PSG. You actually get a little over the usual 'hour' AND we don't charge, so settle back on the couch, clear your mind, and engage with the assistance being offered (hope it helps!)...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo attempt to sort through 'that', and (frankly!) it proves a challenging task which sees them heading into all sorts of territories, including the tried and trusted arenas of food and music. Join us, and if there's a meal or album you think we currently resemble, let us know!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is the Tottenham Way? What does it mean to us? Should we always play it that way? Does it ever hamper us? And do other clubs have a "way"? Milo, Ram and Hannah have a chat about it and try to come up with the answers.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Milo, Gareth and Ram discuss our draw against Manchester United and our resounding win against FC CopenhagenWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Gareth take stock of the matches against Chelsea in the Prem and Newcastle in the League Cup, as well as taking a dialectic look at where we are at the quarter-point of the season.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo and Hannah discuss our win against Everton and Vic's heroics in Monaco.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Ram look back at the loss to Aston Villa, run an honest and measured overview on the Frank era thus far, discuss the return of Don Fabio and his new alliance with Johan Lange, plus we overview the Fan Forum. You know us, we're measured but we don't avoid a conversation!Is Gascoigne Going To Have A Crack?https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/is-gascoigne-going-to-have-a-crack-the-spurs-nostalgia-podcaBuy Gareth's bookhttps://90sspursbook.square.site/s/shopWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Milo chats to Gareth about his new pod Is Gascoigne Going To Have A Crack? How he made the pod and how he managed to attract so many stellar guests. Plus we chat about the £100m cash injection into the club and Maddison's latest video.Is Gascoigne Going To Have A Crack?https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/is-gascoigne-going-to-have-a-crack-the-spurs-nostalgia-podcaBuy Gareth's bookhttps://90sspursbook.square.site/s/shopWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Gareth discuss some Tel-ing contributions to our 2-1 win at Leeds, reflect on the CL point we scavenged at Bodo/Glimt, ponder the nature of progressive, debate the direction of Tottenham 2025/26, and come to conclusions on the importance of leadership groups in football.Is Gascoigne Going To Have A Crack?https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/is-gascoigne-going-to-have-a-crack-the-spurs-nostalgia-podcaBuy Gareth's bookhttps://90sspursbook.square.site/s/shopWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Ram take a look back at our 1-1 draw with Wolves and our 3-0 midweek win over Doncaster in the League Cup, in the process hailing the debut of Luca Williams-Barnett and celebrating the week's prolific scorer of gorgeous goals, João Palhinha. We also take a look back at The Week That Was, including 'news' of a takeover bid, and draw attention to a very important initiative the club is supporting. It'll move through your ears with the grace and class of Saturday night's equaliser...or something like that!Vigar’s Law - Ban brick walls around football pitcheshttps://www.change.org/p/vigar-s-law-ban-brick-walls-around-football-pitchesTogether Against Suicidehttps://www.mindinharingey.org.uk/our-services/together-against-suicide/07399 928274Buy Gareth's bookhttps://90sspursbook.square.site/s/shopWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo look back at a 'won-draw' against Brighton on the south-coast, reflect on what sort of lunch our return to the Champions League against Villarreal was (metaphor alert), and pick the side for our League Cup tie against Doncaster Rovers. Buy Gareth's book - https://90sspursbook.square.site/s/shopWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Gareth look back on a satisfying day at Stratford Retail Park, reflect on Xavi's debut, analyse our emeging set-piece dominance, and run the rule on rotation. We show that we know our Gardiners from Gardens, touch base with a couple of old friends and celebrate Gareth's latest Spurs book. Oh, and THAT disallowed goal? We discuss it in detail!Buy Gareth's book - https://90sspursbook.square.site/s/shopWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Milo, Steff and Ram discuss the latest on the Lewis family's new look Tottenham, Vinai Venkatesham's interview and review the transfer windowWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo get together for an emergency pod on Daniel Levy stepping down as Spurs chairmanWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Ram dig into the debris of that Bournemouth match before embarking upon a pod journey which embraces everything from Super Pav to jigsaw puzzles to purple dildos! You don't believe us? Load it up and listen...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo look back at yet another win over Manchester City, the mechanics behind it, the ways Thomas' Tottenham go about their business, and we dip into the transfer news kerfuffle from last week. Remember...lads...it's Manchester...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Gareth bask in the top top job Thomas Frank is doing at Tottenham, bask in the beauty of Richy's wondersmash, predictions for the season are offered, Milo goes over the new Premier League rules for this coming season, plus we try to fathom why the hell despicable racism still exists at football in 2025 and ponder what (beyond words) can be done to prevent it. Oh yes, we also touch on our final pre-season friendly against PSG...Kudus to us for all that, eh?!!!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff & Milo ponder the Bayern friendly, Sonny's move to LAFC, the injury to Madders and who will be our #10, plus Milo reduces the 'squad numbers game' to an easily digestible form for all of us...last week of pre-season so join us!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Ram find a few words to share on another quiet week at Spurs which saw us beat Arsenal 1-0 in Hong Kong, say goodbye to the mighty Sonny in Seoul, and potentially lose James Maddison for a while. So yes, not much in this episode (ahem)...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo bring you two games and a Week That Was in one pod, where we Frankly discuss everything in our day of friendlies against Wycombe and Luton, from Destiny to the Devine and Tel you our thoughts. No Sarr-casmhere, and trust us, you'll be a Porro person for not settling in and joining us in this summer Spurs Sonjourn...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo look back at the first sighting of Thomas' Tottenham in the 2-0 pre-season win at Reading. They run the (loose) rule on matters but yes, there's lyrical waxing about Kudus and Vuskovic, plus all of the week's news.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo discuss the news from the last week including the signing of Mohammed Kudus, trying to work out what is going on with Morgan Gibbs-White, where the new signings leave our squad for the Champions League, rumours of new investment in the club, Thomas Frank's coaching team, changes in the medical department, and what we can glean from the videos of preseason training.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gareth and Milo discuss sliding doors moments in our history like what would've happened if Robert Maxwell had bought Spurs or Poch had walked after the Champions League final? We also chat about our bid for Mohammed Kudus, pre-season starting, the imminent arrival of Kota Takai and all the other news.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo choose some players from our past who would most improve today's team, we ponder whether 'the old school maverick' is possible in the modern game, and we discuss the latest Spurs news. There's also brand new vocabulary being invented, and the first 'breed specific canine playing style' breakdown of a new signing!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Milo, Gareth and Ram review the squad and decides who stays, who goes, who's available at the right price and who gets loaned to Westerlo. We also discuss the weeks news including the interviews with Thomas Frank, Vinai Venkatesham and Daniel Levy and the signing of Mathys TelMilo's blog post explaining the squad situationhttps://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/tottenhams-summer-transfer-window-decoding-the-squad-rule-challenge-2/Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Gareth and Milo get together to discuss the appointment of Thomas Frank as Spurs managerWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.ukWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.