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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
Analytics
Richarlison
Erling Haaland

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’re joined by journalist Tom Barclay for a look behind the curtain. We start with Mo Salah’s explosive mix zone interview, the panicking Liverpool press officer and what life is really like in those corridors after full time. Then it’s Spurs: Vicar... more

We got Kish from LilywhiteLab on to dig into Thomas Frank and the big question around Spurs right now. Why are we so blunt in attack? Why are the tactics so conservative when we have the talent to play a more ambitious brand of football? We go throug... more

Back in 2021, Spooky and Flav sat down to try and figure out something that’s been baked into supporting Tottenham for generations: why do we hate Arsenal so much? This episode digs into the roots of it all, from the early days of the rivalry to how ... more

In this one we sit down with Spurs commentator Rob Daly, the voice living rent free in all our heads after Bilbao. We chat about how he finds the right words in the biggest moments, the art of shutting up and letting the crowd breathe, Clive Allen ne... more

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Recent Guests

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
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
Sam Wilson
Sam Wilson from THFC Flags, a fan-led group managing visual displays at Tottenham matches.
THFC Flags
Episode: S3E02 | The South Stand Revolution: THFC Flags and the Future of Atmosphere
Anatole Pang
Tottenham Hotspur supporter with a professional background in investment banking, private equity, and financial analysis.
Episode: S3E01 | Wages, Debt, and Daniel Levy
Ben Bowman
Episode: S2E50 | Thomas Frank’s Tottenham: Shape-Shifting & Set Pieces

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
  • 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 Kingdom2 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 States3 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 Kingdom3 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 Kingdom5 months ago
  • Great Content

    Great podcast in various ways!! Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    COYS-92
    United States5 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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#53
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#63
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Apple Podcasts
#104
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Apple Podcasts
#158
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#50
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#70
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S3E21 | Burnley to Bilbao: Rob Daly on Goals, Noise and Narrative
Q: How do you find the words to commentate in the moment?
It's a mix of preparation and leaning into passion as a fan, ensuring to capture the essence of what's happening while staying true to the narrative of each moment.
S3E21 | Burnley to Bilbao: Rob Daly on Goals, Noise and Narrative
Q: What are you doing going into the game against Bill Bow?
There's a pressure that feels real during commentary, as each moment could become part of Spurs' history, especially with key opportunities like Harry Kane's record-breaking moments or important finals.
S3E16 | Why We Do The Fighting Cock
Q: Do you feel a responsibility in your role as a prominent Spurs podcaster?
Flav does not feel a general responsibility but is open to supporting those who show promise and are willing to put in the effort to succeed in the podcasting field.
S3E16 | Why We Do The Fighting Cock
Q: What was it that motivated you to start The Lab?
Flav wanted to have deeper conversations about football, aiming to explore subjects that he couldn't tackle in The Fighting Cock, which leans more on humor and camaraderie in its discussions.
S3E15 | “We Knew We Were Winning It” - Ben Haines on Bilbao, Ange, and Frank
Q: How do you transition from media roles to becoming a presenter for Tottenham?
I made a conscious decision to be a presenter rather than an opinionated fan, which made the transition easier.

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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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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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The Lab launched 2 years ago and published 96 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Lab include:

1. Eddie Hearn
2. Sam Gilley
3. Flav Bateman
4. Gareth Dace
5. Darren Anderton
6. Andrew Pettifer
7. Sam Wilson
8. Anatole Pang

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