Smut, erotica, and romance, oh my! Whatever you call it, we got it. Welcome to the book club you didn‘t ask for but secretly always wanted. Where we pick some of the most outrageous pieces of sexy literature out there and give you our unsolicited two cents.
…
continue reading
It S Whatever Man Podcasts
Chris and Greg Crofton have you over for a cup(s) of nitro, and a wide-ranging discussion of whatever is on their minds. Topics typically include injustice, poetry and payphones. New episode every Monday!
…
continue reading
Rule the Roost is a Spurs podcast where proper football man-isms meet arthouse pretension. Every Monday, Jack’s joined by a guest to wrestle with whatever state Tottenham are in – from match discussions to transfer talk and identity to existential dread. Thursdays are for Q&As, your chance to ask serious (or not) questions. And after every match, there’s a solo pod recorded on the final whistle: unfiltered, emotional, and usually involving Jack crying about Ledley King (and now Son Heung-min ...
…
continue reading
As two veteran fathers, we wanted to create a podcast that spoke to the average man in America. This podcast is a safe haven for free thoughts and ideas for real American’s with real American experiences who aren’t afraid to look at the good, bad, and ugly of life and stand up for what they believe in. So, we’ll talk about our military experiences, we’ll talk about life after our service. We will talk about our faith, politics, sports, being a father, a husband, our struggles, and our succes ...
…
continue reading
In cricket or life you never want to get beaten. But the game can bite you, and you can get BITTEN. BITTEN by the game OR SMITTEN by its characters, whatever one may choose to call happened to me in my teens. As a kid in a Bengali household I was often the victim of mum’s pathological hatred for the game. ‘Baba porte Bosho’ (get on with your books), she would say, when a generation was being charmed by a man called Sachin Tendulkar, the guile of Shane Warne, Anil Kumble’s grit or Laxman/Drav ...
…
continue reading
1
REACTION: Spurs 1-2 Fulham - Spurs Suffer Yet Another Dismal Defeat At Home | Where Do We Go From Here?
58:44
58:44
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
58:44For the third time in less than seven days, Tottenham have tasted defeat. Only one win at home all season, and we lose to Fulham who had only one point away from home until today. Where do we go from here? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Jack Hussey
…
continue reading
1
Green Shoots in Paris with Charlie Parrish | The Xavi Simons Conundrum, Frank's Playlist & Ignoring Arsenal (Q&A)
1:16:42
1:16:42
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:16:42Jack is joined by Charlie Parrish to pick the bones out of the 5-3 defeat to PSG. We discuss why, despite the result, there were genuine green shoots of promise in Paris, diving into the stylistic shifts and personnel tweaks Thomas Frank employed, and what this new look means for the rest of the season. We also debate the Xavi Simons situation, is …
…
continue reading
1
REACTION: PSG 5-3 Spurs - Green Shoots | The Performance Was Better Than The Result
54:41
54:41
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
54:41Jack is on the mic to react to a breathless 5-3 defeat to PSG in the Champions League. It was a performance that arguably defied the scoreline. Plenty of attacking promise and evidence that Thomas Frank is attempting to be more positive, but ultimately undone by moments of madness at the back and the sheer quality of PSG. Discussion covers the hars…
…
continue reading
1
North London Demolition | Eze's Hat-trick & Re-energising The Spurs Husk
1:09:23
1:09:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:09:23Jack is joined by friend of the show Phil to pick through the wreckage of a 4-1 battering at the hands of Arsenal. We discuss how the universe seems to have conspired to let Eze bag a hat-trick against us, the alarming lack of fight within the squad, and the urgent need for the Lewis family to make good on their promises and re-energise this husk o…
…
continue reading
1
REACTION: Arsenal 4-1 Spurs | Tottenham Take a NLD Battering - Frank In Trouble?
49:15
49:15
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
49:15Spurs barely even put up a fight in this shambolic display at the Emirates. Thomas Frank needs to have a word with himself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Jack Hussey
…
continue reading
1
Hating Arsenal with Flav | Mum Jokes, Roast Dinner Crimes & Radiohead (Q&A)
1:08:56
1:08:56
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:08:56Jack welcomes The Fighting Cock’s head honcho Flav back to the show ahead of the North London derby for a defiantly anti-Arsenal chat. They get into Flav’s disdain for the commodification of the fixture and whether the divide between the clubs has ever felt this wide since the peak Wenger years. Flav then answers your questions, from which injured …
…
continue reading
1
Troy Parrott’s Big Week & Spurs Mini Quiz Special
54:59
54:59
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
54:59With the international break upon us, Jack brings some light relief to Rule the Roost by welcoming Dan Kilpatrick, Tom Hayward and Sean Walsh for a Spurs quiz special. Before the games begin, the panel reflect on Troy Parrott’s standout week with the Republic of Ireland and whether Spurs were too quick to let him go. Then it’s onto Quizmaster Tom F…
…
continue reading
1
Trust Thomas Frank...We Have No Choice | Picking Tottenham's Greatest Premier League XI With Jon Bass (Q&A)
1:17:35
1:17:35
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:17:35Jack welcomes Big Jon Bass back to the pod to east the international break blues. Beginning with a discussion about the Man Utd game and the bigger picture on Frank's tenure, the pair swiftly dive into the fun stuff... Could you name Tottenham's greatest Premier League XI? Expect a few controversial shouts especially in the central midfield positio…
…
continue reading
1
Cold Brew Conversations VIII: Kristen Toomey
1:36:09
1:36:09
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:36:09Kristen Toomey is back!!! We have another DEEP (and fun) conversation about comedy and life. Go see Kristen live any chance you get! Kristen Toomey IG: https://www.instagram.com/kristentoomey/By Chris Crofton
…
continue reading
1
Is It Time To Move On From Richarlison? | Can Dane Scarlett Save Spurs?
1:01:44
1:01:44
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:01:44Jack is joined by Oly to reflect on Tottenham’s weekend performance against Manchester United. They discuss Randal Kolo Muani’s frustrating injury just as he was starting to find form, and ask whether Richarlison’s time at Spurs should finally be up despite his goal. With fans calling for academy striker Dane Scarlett to be given a real chance, the…
…
continue reading
1
REACTION: Spurs 2-2 Man Utd | Frank's Bacon Saved After Strange Selections and Switches
1:04:13
1:04:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:04:13What a strange/frustrating/exhilarating match at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium. Two teams who aren't quite sure of how good or bad they are, played out a game that answered little for either set of fans. Just as Richarlison thought he had won it (after a terrible performance from the Brazilian) De Ligt came back and notched an equaliser, which was …
…
continue reading
1
Episode 210: Why Are You Covering Me in Hot Foam If You Don't Expect Me to Moan?
1:18:16
1:18:16
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:18:16WWII vets giving sensual haircuts. ALSO: Chris had no natural part?! PLUS: The new Advice King, and a song of the week by The Velvet Underground!!! Our beloved father, Charles R. Crofton (1941-2025): https://www.nashvillefuneralandcremation.com/obituaries/charles-crofton Velvet Underground - "European Son": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNZeMMDEZ…
…
continue reading
51
Is Micky van de Ven World Class? | Life Without the Benthinha Double Pivot & Ricky Sacks’ FA Cup Dilemma (Q&A)
1:01:58
1:01:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:01:58Tottenham cruised past FC Copenhagen in the Champions League, but beneath the 4-0 scoreline there’s plenty to unpack. Jack is joined by Last Word on Spurs’ own Ricky Sacks to discuss Micky van de Ven’s outrageous solo goal, Xavi Simons finding form, and whether Thomas Frank’s cautious midfield setup is holding Spurs back. They also talk Tottenham's…
…
continue reading
1
REACTION: Spurs 4-0 FC Copenhagen | Give van de Ven the Puskás Award!
53:37
53:37
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
53:37Tottenham run riot in North London with a dominant 4-0 win over FC Copenhagen in the Champions League and it’s Micky van de Ven who stole the show. The Dutch defender produced a surreal solo goal that surely has him in contention for the Puskás Award. Jack breaks down one of Spurs’ best performances this season, discussing Frank's more progressive …
…
continue reading
1
Episode 209: Bring the (mouth) Noise!
1:33:54
1:33:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:33:54Economists getting their minds blown by the basics. ALSO: Airbnb your bathtub. PLUS: Chris is hosting The Devil At Your Heels screening November 19th at The Belcourt Theatre!!!! Public Enemy - "Bring the Noise": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mZF4G79OLkk&list=RDmZF4G79OLkk&start_radio=1 Cold Brew Patreon: Patreon.com/ChrisCrofton Channel Nonfictio…
…
continue reading
51
Was Tottenham’s Defeat to Chelsea One of Their Worst Performances Ever?
1:05:15
1:05:15
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:05:15Jack is joined by Cal from Below the Belt and The Fighting Cock to pick apart Tottenham’s dismal showing against Chelsea, and ask the question, was it one of the worst Spurs performances of all time? They discuss whether Thomas Frank is really cut out for a job of this scale, unpack the van de Ven and Djed Spence incident that hinted at dressing-ro…
…
continue reading
Kefir, Jane Goodall, and Being Self-Aware, oh my! Boo! We'reeeee backkkkkk! Les-be honest... who didn't miss us? We heard your orgasmic screams from beyond the grave and your ladies have risen to satisfy all your naughty creepy cravings. Is it Twilight? Would Jane Goodall approve? Will you bounce on it? Only time will tell. Tune in for this spooky …
…
continue reading
51
REACTION: Spurs 0-1 Chelsea | Tottenham's Terrible Home Form/Form Against Chelsea Continues
43:13
43:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:13A seriously poor performance from Tottenham has seen them slump to yet another defeat to Chelsea. Little in the way of attacking threat, disjointed passages of play and now ropey defending. Thomas Frank's work is cut out for him trying to change a few opinions on his brand of football right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice…
…
continue reading
51
Newcastle Give Spurs Some Perspective At St James’ Park | Billie T’s Gregg’s Order and Harry Kane’s Return (Q&A)
1:20:45
1:20:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:20:45Jack is joined by Billie T in the aftermath of Tottenham’s draw at St James’ Park. There’s a sense of perspective about the result. Spurs were stoic in the face of Newcastle’s quality, but the discussion soon turns to the work still needed in recruitment. The pair chat about Antonín Kinský’s shaky display and whether the calls to replace Vicario we…
…
continue reading
51
REACTION: Newcastle 2-0 Tottenham (League Cup) | Spurs Lose Fair And Square To The Better Team
36:03
36:03
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
36:03Obviously it's never a joyful occasion to watch Spurs lose in a cup competition, especially if you're one of the fans who travelled up to Newcastle, but sometimes you just have to take it for what it is... Spurs being beaten by the better side on the night. Did we learn much from that one? Did Thomas Frank? Is Kinsky ready to take over from Vicario…
…
continue reading
51
Spurs Win At Everton | Van de Ven's Brace, Set-Piece Strength & What It Says About Modern Football
1:00:56
1:00:56
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:56Jack is joined by Phil to break down Tottenham’s dominant display away at Everton, from Micky van de Ven’s brace to the growing importance of set-pieces under Thomas Frank. Are Spurs evolving into a more pragmatic, mature side? And what does their efficiency from dead-balls tell us about how football is changing, especially when even Arsenal’s open…
…
continue reading
51
REACTION: Everton 0-3 Tottenham | It Was Boring... But We'll Take It
40:06
40:06
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
40:06Spurs have climbed to third in the Premier League after a solid, but strangely unexciting win away at whatever Everton's new stadium is called. The first team to score from a set-piece against Everton, as well as being the first team to beat them at their new ground in the Premier League. Thomas Frank's introduction of Kolo Muani from the beginning…
…
continue reading
51
Spurs' Drab Football in Monaco Raises Questions Over Frank's Quality | Will Dan Louw Bring Back Away Days? (Q&A)
1:12:56
1:12:56
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:12:56Following Tottenham’s drab 0-0 draw with Monaco, Jack is joined by Dan Louw to ask whether Thomas Frank is really the right man to take Spurs forward. The football’s tough to watch, the results aren’t disastrous, but is it just mediocrity dressed up as progress? They also dig into Xavi Simons’ faltering form, his crisis of confidence, and whether S…
…
continue reading
51
REACTION: AS Monaco 0-0 Tottenham | Spurs Remain Unbeaten In The Champions League
47:11
47:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
47:11Tottenham played out a goalless draw in Monaco in a largely forgettable match - more likely remembered for Thomas Frank's somewhat baffling team selection to start the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Jack Hussey
…
continue reading
1
Villa Defeat Highlights Spurs’ Risk-Averse Football | What’s Wrong With Our Home Form?
1:01:14
1:01:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:01:14Jack is joined by Gavin to break down Tottenham’s defeat to Aston Villa, a result that laid bare the increasingly cautious nature of Thomas Frank’s side. From the conservative midfield of Palhinha and Bentancur to the lack of attacking spark and Xavi Simons’ quiet display, it was another afternoon where control seemed to take priority over creativi…
…
continue reading
1
REACTION: Tottenham 1-2 Aston Villa | Spurs Lack Cutting Edge & Vicario Under Fire
1:01:29
1:01:29
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:01:29Tottenham slipped to a 2-1 home defeat against Aston Villa in a flat and frustrating performance at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Despite a bright start, Spurs quickly lost control and never looked convincing once Villa grew into the game. Questions are now being asked of Thomas Frank’s reserved tactical approach, with his side once again lacking …
…
continue reading
Preview pods before every game on Patreon - patreon.com/rtrpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Jack Hussey
…
continue reading