Is Gascoigne Going To Have a Crack? The Spurs Nostalgia Podcast

Singer songwriter and 2000s Global superstar Antony Costa from Blue joined me to discuss his Spurs supporting experiences in the 90s. Growing up in North London in the 90s Antony, like many of us, had to cope in an era where Arsenal had the better of the local banter stakes. We reflected on how supporting Spurs in the 90s hardened our experiences following the club ever since. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I spoke to Spurs legend Micky Hazard mostly about his return to Spurs and brief second spell at White Hart Lane in the 90s. Micky is most synonymous with the 80s where he enjoyed a glittering career as part of the glory team that won 2 FA Cups and the UEFA Cup, but as he explains he was sold to Chelsea in 1985 very much against his wishes. Micky was desperate to return 'home' but had to wait 8 years util his great friend Ossie Ardiles, now Spurs manager re-signed him. He returned to a very different club from the one he left but there was no lack of drama. We endured a terrible run of results and found ourselves in a relegation dogfight and Micky discussed why that happened. He, like us, then enjoyed the euphoria of Jurgen Klinsmann's shock arrival in Summer 94. Listen now to hear Micky's take on:Attending the 1991 FA Cup parade (as a Chelsea player!)Relegation with ChelseaBeing coached by Ossie and Glenn Hoddle at SwindonReturning to Spurs and the politically charged situation at the club in 93Surviving relegation in '94Klinsmann's arrivalArchibald x Crooks v Teddy x KlinsmannMicky is one of 83 players to have appeared for us in the 80s and 109 who played for Spurs in the 90s. Read about all of them in both my books - https://90sspursbook.square.site/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I talk you through our 11 home games against Nottingham Forest from the 90s which includes a bomb scare, a penalty shoot-out and Dean f****n Saunders again! I also discuss some of the relegation six-pointers we played at home in 94 and 98 and conclude that this weekend's game probably wont be the final determining factor in whether we stay up or not. Bit of 80s nostalgia too for you.I recorded this without making proper notes so there may be a couple of factual errors - if you identify them let me know! Comments always welcome on Spotify or find me on BlueSky @80s90sspursbooks. PLEASE review and rate the show (only if its good!). Buy my books directly from me here - https://90sspursbook.square.site/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I take you back to the 90s to remember away games at Anfield. Through our history our results at Liverpool have been infamously bad but the 90s saw us record 3 wins - more than in any other decade since we were formed! I'll talk you through all 9 league games, the results and key incidents plus our two cup wins - the first of which, from 1995, is perhaps, our biggest and most impressive away win of the era. Stay tuned at the end for a 2-minute snip of my upcoming episode with Gerry Francis where he shares his memory of that aforementioned 2-1 FA Cup win from 1995. That full episode will be out later in 2026. Please take a few seconds to review and rate this podcast. Do also share it with friends and family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I was joined by the co-authors of 'A People's history of Tottenham Hotspur Football Club' Alan Fisher and Martin Cloake. Their book, published in 2016, told the history of the club but told through the prism of supporters relationship with the club. We focused on the 80s and 90s and how supporters of the club reacted to on and off field matters from the decision to pull down The Shelf in 1988 to George Graham's appointment in 1998. We considered the mass commercialisation of football and how that affected everyday fans at White Hart Lane and what made Spurs fans challenges unique. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Opposition Focus format I spoke with Coventry fan and author Richard Chamberlain about his book 'When The Sky Was Blue' and how Spurs and Coventry's respective stories intertwined. Coventry were Spurs' first opponents in the 90s and we played each other 23 times throughout the decade...one of 9 opponents that we played in each and every season. We picked two games each to reminisce about - with good and bad memories! You can find my books about Spurs in the 80s and 90s respectively here - https://90sspursbook.square.site/Check out 'When the Sky Was Blue' here - https://www.amazon.co.uk/When-Sky-Was-Blue-Coventry/dp/1801504628/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1GUENYQ1GJOLE&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ZSLSnCD4QBFabRGADVc8GGG50mjh0PV8WylKv04cfle9wrAQ20QVcMFQldyko2IETMxussMBX7Z3-ZbY5_CKXhgmr2dL_uwxiz4krBrsFXM.wXcSCAJJ23gtadSU_H5QvBBJVKeQ_KxAZPI2s4yL5Jg&dib_tag=se&keywords=when+the+sky+was+blue&qid=1771514839&s=books&sprefix=when+the+sky+was+blue%2Cstripbooks%2C128&sr=1-1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

90s home games against Arsenal. Not as bad as you might think. We won 4, drew 4 and lost 2. In this bonus episode I'll talk you through all the games, goals and the strange Stephen Clemence phenomenon! What do you recall about North London Derbies at White Hart Lane in the 90s? Please do share this podcast series with others. Get in touch with me by leaving a comment in Spotify or find me on Bluesky @80s90sspursbooks. Read all about Spurs in the 80s and 90s with my two books - Hot Shot Tottenham and Is Gascoigne Going To Have a Crack? - buy directly from me here - https://90sspursbook.square.site/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I spoke with Tracy Ryan and Denise Amasanti - original members of Spurs Women - about the clubs early days in the late 80s and through the 90s. It's a fascinating story about their, and their teammates desire to play football in an era where women's football was still frowned upon by many in society. We discuss the club's formation as Broxbourne Ladies, the connection with Spurs and how those early years helped set the foundations for the modern day iteration. This will appeal to anyone interested in the early years of Spurs Women, the progress of Women's football or for anyone who has played grass roots football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's BONUS episode I talk you through the horror show that was trips to Old Trafford in the 90s. We played Manchester Utd away on 10 occasions winning precisely on zero occasions with just 2 draws - but the last time we travelled there we all revelled in defeat - but can you remember why?From double trophy parades to schoolboy strike pairings I'll share with you my memories of travelling to Old Trafford. Let me know what you remember by following me on Bluesky @80s90sspursbooks or by commenting in Spotify. All reviews and ratings greatly appreciated...come on guys its been months since the last one! You can buy my books directly from me here - https://90sspursbook.square.site/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do you remember about our 7 home games v Man City in the 90s? There's Gazza and Lineker's glorious homecoming after Italia 90, Nayim enjoying himself against and my personal grudge against Martin Bodenham. In a nod to contemporary matters I also discuss our 90s managers being under pressure. Let me know your memories and recollections on bluesky @80s90sspursbooks on Glory-glory.co.uk forum or through spotify. Buy my books about Spurs in the 80s and 90s here - https://90sspursbook.square.site/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs and Newcastle both experienced their own rollercoaster of emotions throughout the 90s. In this special episode I spoke with Newcastle fan and Author Andrew Nagy as we discussed our team's respective journey's throughout the 90s told through the prism of 5 matches between us.Listen in to a two-sided analysis of bursting Newcastle's bubble on their huge return to the big time in 93; a final day draw in 95/96 that left both teams proud but deflated and a relegation 6-pointer in 98 when two former Newcastle heroes returned to haunt them in lilywhite. We also talk about several players who appeared for both clubs including the man who have this podcast its name...and Kevin Scott!Buy my books here - https://90sspursbook.square.site/Check out Andrew's book 'The Battle for Newcastle United' - https://www.pitchpublishing.co.uk/shop/battle-newcastle-united Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do you remember about the 8 games against West Ham at White Hart Lane in the 90s?In this bonus episode I talk you through them including all the usual magic, mayhem and mediocrity? Can you answer these three trivia questions - answers revealed in the episode:Which Spurs player scored a hat-trick in this fixture?Which Spurs cult hero played his final game for the club in October 1994?Which ex-Spurs player was sent off, as a West Ham player, in the April 1999 fixturePlease share your own memories of going to Spurs v West Ham games in the 90s too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'MAGIC OF THE FA CUP CLICHES BINGO TIME' - RE-RELEASED TO FIX TECHNICAL ERROR AT START! I recall all Spurs' 11 FA Cup 3rd round ties from the 90s in this bonus episode to get you in the mood ahead of the 2026 campaign.What do you recall about Blustery conditions at Blackpool, near humiliation at Peterborough or Garry Brady's dream debut? They all happened in the 90s and are discussed here.To read about Spurs exploits in the FA Cup during the 80s and 90s (as well as all other games and competitions) be sure to read my books - available to purchase directly from me here - https://90sspursbook.square.site/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy New Year! In this bonus episode I look back at our five New Years Day games in the 90s which include Gazza madness and Gerry Francis' magic spells over Alex Ferguson. What are your New Years resolutions? If you've not got one yet make it to spread word about this podcast. I share some brief plans for this podcast in 2026 at the end of this episode. Thank you so much for listening and supporting in 2025. To buy my books directly from me - https://90sspursbook.square.site/Or to use the Amazon Vouchers Auntie Beryl gave you for Christmas - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Gascoigne-Going-Have-Crack-Mediocrity/dp/1801507023?crid=2DV7WC4E5S9FS&keywords=Is+Gascoigne+Going+to+Have+a+Crack%3F&qid=1704651050&s=books&sprefix=is+gascoigne+going+to+have+a+crack+,stripbooks,124&sr=1-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=pitchpublishi-21&linkId=88272e3a4cdf939af4d3ce7618cef971&language=en_GB&ref_=as_li_ss_tl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For me Boxing Day was as exciting as Christmas Day itself....though Spurs would go on to ruin that on several occasions! In this bonus episode I talk you through all our Boxing Day games throughout the 90s and I also touch on some games at Selhurst Park (not always against Palace) too. Please help to grow this podcast by telling someone about it. Leaving a (positive!) review or rating also really helps. Got some xmas money from your Aunt that's burning a hole in your pocket? Buy my books about Spurs in the 80s and 90s respectively. You can get them directly from me here - https://90sspursbook.square.site/Follow me on X @garethdace or Bluesky @80s90sspursbooks and let me know your memories of watching Spurs on Boxing Day! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We round up Season 1 of Is Gascoigne Going To Have a Crack? by looking back at the breakdown of the Alan Sugar - Terry Venables partnership which saw one of the messiest divorces in the club's history and set the tone for a generation at White Hart Lane. I was joined by the author of the official Club biography Dame Julie Welch and my podcast tutor Milo as we explore Venables' and Sugar's backgrounds and their unlikely and partnership that, on paper, appeared to be the 'Dream Ticket' but proved to be a thing of nightmares literally within days.What were the ramifications for the club? How much do you remember and were you firmly in Camp Venables like me...at the time?Looking for some Spurs reading material? I have written two books that cover Spurs' journey through the 1980s and 1990s respectively. You'll find them both on my website - https://90sspursbook.square.site/ - both are available at Amazon (as hardback and as e-book) or other book retailers. Please follow the podcast and leave reviews and ratings! Thanks for listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What can you remember about home games against Liverpool in the 90s? In this bonus episode I talk you through our 10 encounters at White Hart Lane that begin and end with victories and the usual mixture of magic, mayhem and mediocrity in between!These bonus episodes act as an appetiser in the build up to a forthcoming match. If I manage to trigger any memories or peculiarities you weren't aware of then do discuss them and tell somebody else about this podcast. Find me on BlueSky @80s90sspursbooks or X @garethdace. Buy my Spurs books directly from me here - https://90sspursbook.square.site/Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonny Blain from An Echo of Glory joins me as we reminisce about the inaugural Premier League season 92/93. It was a season that...eventually....provided some great hope as the Anderton-Barmby-Sheringham trio set White Hart Lane alight in Spring. We discussed scoring 4 goals in 5 minutes against Southampton and Nayim's hat-trick at Man City. However, it was ultimately a season of disappointment as Arsenal got FA Cup SF revenge. And what about the Fiorucci Cup?! There's some cultural references too - Gladiators, Ghost Watch and WWF. If you're enjoying the podcast please leave a positive review or rating - they really help. To learn more about the 90s please buy my book also titled Is Gascoigne Going To Have a Crack - you can buy directly from me here - https://90sspursbook.square.site/ also available on Amazon.Check out Jonny's podcast An Echo of Glory - https://podfollow.com/1686363610 or on YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do you remember about away games at The City Ground in the 90s? In total there were 13 games of which 12 were completed! Join me as I reminisce about all those games, results and goalscorers identifying the magic, mayhem and moments of mediocrity. Did you go to any of these games or have any particular memories? If so, please share them in the comments or on BlueSky @80s90sspurs books or on X @garethdacePlease help spread the word about this podcast by telling someone about it. All reviews and ratings are also really helpful.Buy my books about Spurs in the 80s and the 90s. You can get them directly from me here - https://90sspursbook.square.site/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Gascoigne and Gary Lineker are two of the greatest players to have performed in lilywhite in the club's history. Gazza arrived in Summer 1988 and Lineker a year later and they formed one of the great Spurs attacking partnerships while also starring for England at Italia 90. What were they like to watch and to play alongside? My guests for this episode were Guy Butters, a teammate of both and esteemed South American Football journalist Tim Vickery who was a regular at White Hart Lane during this period. We discuss the state of Spurs in the late 80s before they arrived, a little about Guy's Spurs career, Gazza and Lineker's individual traits and what made them such a potent partnership for club and country. Read more of Guy's memories of Spurs and about Gazza and Lineker's arrivals in the 80s in my book Hot Shot Tottenham. If you want to learn or relive the 90s then take a look at my book Is Gascoigne Going To Have a Crack? - both are available to buy directly from me here - https://90sspursbook.square.site/Follow me/the pod on Bluesky - @80s90sspursbooks.bsky.social and @spursnostalgiapod.bsky.social or Twitter @GarethDace.Please help me to grow this podcast by giving it a rating and/or review....and please spread the word and tell others about it too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.