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Want a deeper dive into the world's most pressing issues? Join us on The Shaft Podcast. We offer you thought-provoking conversations, expert analysis, and a unique perspective on everything from social justice to sports and politics. From insightful interviews to in-depth discussions, we'll challenge your thinking and keep you informed. Subscribe now to get a fresh take on the issues that matter.

3D AGO

#178. 5 More Rule That Have Rewired Elite Football

Football didn’t just evolve. It was engineered. In Part 2, we break down 5 more rule changes that quietly reshaped modern football: • Kickoffs going backwards • Delayed offside flags • Timekeeping crackdown • One-metre wall rule • Concussion substitutions These changes didn’t tweak aesthetics. They altered: - Pressing triggers - Defensive urgency - Game length - Squad fatigue - Set-piece routines - Risk calculations Modern football isn’t softer. It’s operating under a completely different incentive structure. If you’re judging today’s game with a 2000 rulebook in your head, you’re comparing two different sports. Subscribe for deeper tactical breakdowns every week. #modernfootball , #footballtactics , #premierleagueanalysis , #footballrulechanges, #varexplained, #tacticalanalysisfootball, #footballevolution , #pressingtactics, #buildupplayanalysis, #elitefootballstrategy, #footballanalytics , #handballrulechange, #fivesubstitutions, #doublejeopardyfootball, #offsideanalysis, #footballdiscussion , #footballdebate , #footballcommentary , #howfootballchanged, #shaftsports, #offside Subscribe to our channels and enjoy this episode: YouTube: @theshaftpodcasts. . Spotify: https://spotify.link/oHwF5hicHDb Appreciations for this Episode: Host: Andy Terku Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo Timestamps: 00:41 Rule Change #1: Backward Kickoffs Turn Restarts Into Set Pieces 01:40 Rule Change #2: Delayed Offside Flags in the VAR Era 03:39 Rule Change #3: Timekeeping Crackdown & the Death of Time-Wasting 05:31 Rule Change #4: The 1-Meter Wall Rule and New Free-Kick Routines 06:52 Rule Change #5: Concussion Subs + The Wenger Offside Proposal 08:04 Wrap-Up: How Rule Changes Engineered Modern Football

9 min
5D AGO

#177. You’re Comparing Two Different Sports | 5 Rule Changes That Rebuilt Football

Modern football didn’t get softer. It got rewired. Since 2000, subtle rule changes have quietly transformed elite football — not just officiating, but pressing systems, squad building, defending behaviour, and risk calculation. This episode breaks down 5 key rule changes that reshaped the game: - The Goal Kick Law (2019) - VAR & Officiating Precision - Handball Interpretations - Double Jeopardy Reform - Five Substitutions These weren’t cosmetic tweaks. They changed: • Pressing geometry • Defensive behaviour inside the box • Player profiles • Squad depth value • Tactical incentives If you think football used to be better, this might challenge you. Part 2 drops soon; covering offside flag delays, kickoff changes, timekeeping shifts, concussion subs and more. Subscribe and join the debate. #modernfootball , #footballtactics , #premierleagueanalysis , #footballrulechanges, #varexplained, #tacticalanalysisfootball, #footballevolution , #pressingtactics, #buildupplayanalysis, #elitefootballstrategy, #footballanalytics , #handballrulechange, #fivesubstitutions, #doublejeopardyfootball, #offsideanalysis, #footballdiscussion , #footballdebate , #footballcommentary , #howfootballchanged, #shaftsports, #offside Subscribe to our channels and enjoy this episode: YouTube: @theshaftpodcasts. . Spotify: https://spotify.link/oHwF5hicHDb Appreciations for this Episode: Host: Erasmus Segbefia Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo Timestamps: 00:00 | Goal Kicks Inside the Box & The Rise of Modern Pressing Traps 03:58 | VAR & The Behavioural Shift in Defending 08:16 | Handball Interpretations & The New Penalty Economy 11:14 | Double Jeopardy & The Defender’s New Gamble 13:46 | Five Substitutions & The Industrialization of Intensity 17:29 | Closing – These 5 Rules Rewired Elite Football

19 min
FEB 11

#176. Why “Qualified” People Keep Getting Rejected From Their Dream Jobs | The Hiring Boardroom

📘 Get the ebook NOW: How to Land Your Dream Job (limited-time discount for early buyers) - https://the-shaft-media-network.myshopify.com/products/how-to-land-your-dream-role?utm_source=copyToPasteBoard&utm_medium=product-links&utm_content=web Millions are applying, interviewing, and still getting rejected… and it’s not always because they’re “not good enough.” In Episode 1 of The Hiring Boardroom, we pull you into the room you’ve never been invited into: the pressure, fear, incentives, and risk calculations behind every job post. We use a powerful World War II story (“survivorship bias”) to explain why applicants keep optimizing the wrong parts of the process—and how to start thinking like the people making the decision. In this episode, we break down: - Why companies hire in the first place (and why that matters) - Replacement vs growth vs “fix-it” hires—and how each changes what they want - Why hiring decisions are slower and more cautious than ever - Why job descriptions often don’t match the real interview - The “ghost notes” hiring managers never write down—but always evaluate 🎯 If you’ve felt qualified but overlooked, this will change how you approach applications, interviews, and career strategy. 🔔 Subscribe— Next Episode goes deeper into the politics of hiring decisions. #Hiring,#JobSearch,#CareerAdvice,#InterviewTips,#CVTips,#ResumeTips,#Recruitment,#HiringManagers,#JobHunt,#CareerGrowth,#Unemployment,#CorporateLife,#LinkedInTips,#CoverLetter,#InterviewPreparation,#CareerStrategy,#OfficePolitics,#WorkLife,#Graduates,#GenZCareers,#CareerPodcast,#ShaftConversations,#TheHiringBoardroom,#JobMarket,#CareerDevelopment For more engaging content and discussions, follow us on our social media platforms: Twitter: https://x.com/theshaftpoddie_/status/... Instagram: / theshaftpodcast. . Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... Subscribe to our channels and enjoy this episode: YouTube: / @theshaftpodcasts. . Spotify: https://spotify.link/oHwF5hicHDb Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0... Appreciations for this Episode: Hosts: Andrews Terku & Erasmus Segbefia Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo Social Media Management: Pearl Kwadade Timestamps: 00:00 | The Hidden Faces Behind Hiring Decisions 09:54 | The Real Pressures Inside Hiring Boardrooms 30:15 | What Actually Gets You Hired 44:41 | The Truth About Job Descriptions

54 min
FEB 3

#175. Is Arsenal Over-Coached, Is It Killing Their Attack? | Is Pep Guardiola a “Checkbook Manager”?

Big clubs are changing how football works — and 2026 is making it obvious. In this episode of The Shaft Sports, we break down the biggest top-end EPL stories through one lens: the relationship between managers and their clubs. We cover: - Chelsea & Maresca: why it “stopped working,” and what Liam Rosenior could represent - Liverpool & Slot: transition season… or revisionist PR? - Man United: Amorim out, Carrick caretaker — reset or repeat? - Man City: is Pep a “checkbook manager,” or is City trapped by expectations? - Arsenal: over-coached, set-piece reliance, and the pressure of perfection Drop your hottest take below: Are clubs building teams… or building systems that replace managers? 🎧 Follow / Subscribe for weekly EPL breakdowns + culture conversations. 📌 New episodes every week. Subscribe for weekly deep dives on the Premier League, club projects, ownership models, and the stories behind the headlines. #PremierLeague, #EPL, #Football, #FootballTwitter, #FootballAnalysis, #Tactics, #Chelsea, #CFC, #Maresca, #EnzoMaresca, #LiamRosenior, #ToddBoehly, #Clearlake, #Liverpool, #ArneSlot, #ManUnited, #MUFC, #Amorim, #MichaelCarrick, #ManCity, #MCFC, #PepGuardiola, #Arsenal, #Arteta, #SetPieces, #TransferTalk, #FootballBusiness, #SportingDirectors, #TheShaftPodcast, #ShaftSports Subscribe to our channels and enjoy this episode: YouTube: @theshaftpodcasts. . Spotify: https://spotify.link/oHwF5hicHDb Appreciations for this Episode: Host: Erasmus Segbefia Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo Timestamps: 00:00 Chelsea's Managerial Shake-Up: The Enzo Maresca Saga 03:25 Liam Rosenior's Potential Challenges at Chelsea 10:25 Liverpool's Transition Season Under Slot 14:27 Manchester United's Managerial Turmoil 20:47 Pep Guardiola: The Checkbook Manager Debate 29:40 Arsenal's Over-Coaching Concerns

43 min
FEB 2

#174. Why Every Generation Thinks Yours Is “Soft” (And Why They’re Wrong)

The world feels louder, faster, and more unstable than ever: wars, layoffs, visa policy changes, AI disruption, misinformation, and nonstop crisis headlines. So how are young people supposed to plan? How do you build a career, set goals, or even stay calm when the “background noise” keeps shaking your future? - In this episode of The Shaft Conversations, we break down: - Why modern uncertainty creates anxiety and decision fatigue - How algorithms amplify fear (and how to protect your focus) - Why “step-by-step” planning is outdated—and what replaces it - The skills + information habits that keep you employable in 2026 - How to build a flexible plan that survives real-world changes - If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about your next move—this one is for you. Comment: What’s the biggest uncertainty you’re planning around this year? Subscribe for weekly conversations on life, culture, career, and strategy. #TheShaftConversations #Planning #CareerGrowth #Anxiety #2026 #TheShaftConversations, #Podcast, #LifePlanning, #2026Goals, #CareerAdvice, #CareerGrowth, #Adulting, #PersonalDevelopment, #Mindset, #Anxiety, #MentalHealth, #Doomscrolling, #SocialMedia, #Algorithms, #CriticalThinking, #Misinformation, #Geopolitics, #FutureOfWork, #AI, #Upskilling, #JobSearch, #Productivity, #DecisionFatigue, #Resilience, #SelfImprovement, #YoungAdults, #Ghana, #UK, #Motivation, #Planning For more engaging content and discussions, follow us on our social media platforms: Twitter: https://x.com/theshaftpoddie_/status/... Instagram: / theshaftpodcast. . Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... Subscribe to our channels and enjoy this episode: YouTube: / @theshaftpodcasts. . Spotify: https://spotify.link/oHwF5hicHDb Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0... Appreciations for this Episode: Hosts: Andrews Terku & Erasmus Segbefia Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo Social Media Management: Pearl Kwadade Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction, welcome back + the “fufu is actually easy” opener 03:36 – Global political climate → ripple effects on daily life (economy, visas, aid, protests) + rising anxiety 09:02 – Survival instincts + misinformation era → why critical thinking and information quality matter 15:30 – Generational struggles + what “planning” means now → principles, adaptability, avoiding rigid paths 31:10 – Building an uncertainty-proof life plan → skills, risk awareness, job-market signals + final reflections

35 min
JAN 6

#173. Why Did Chelsea Sack Maresca… After He Won Trophies?

Chelsea didn’t just sack Enzo Maresca on New Year’s Day; they revealed what they really want to be. In this episode of Shaft Sports, Erasmus breaks down why Maresca’s exit wasn’t simply about form… and why this keeps happening at modern clubs built on “systems” rather than managers. We dig into: - Why Chelsea’s model prioritises assets, youth, and resale value - Why the head coach is not the centrepiece in this structure - How recruitment, medical control, and squad planning can clash with winning now - The “development paradox”: building a team while constantly reshuffling it - Why Maresca’s exit felt inevitable, even after trophies + UCL qualification The bigger question: Is Chelsea building the future of football — or a permanent experiment? Because if Chelsea’s vision works, they become the smartest club in Europe. But if it doesn’t… they become the club that’s always developing and never arriving. 👇 Drop your take in the comments: Was Chelsea right to sack Maresca? And can this model actually win big titles? Subscribe for weekly deep dives on the Premier League, club projects, ownership models, and the stories behind the headlines. #chelsea, #cfc, #premierleague, #enzomaresca, #marescasacked, #chelseaowners, #toddboehly, #clearlake, #footballownership, #footballtactics, #footballanalysis, #chelseanews, #chelseaproject, #premierleagueanalysis, #footballbusiness, #sportingdirectors, #transferstrategy, #squadbuilding, #modernfootball, #managersacked, #footballdocumentary, #youtubefootball, #clubmodel, #footballculture, #chelseafans, #chelseadebate, #shaftsports, #theshaftconversations Subscribe to our channels and enjoy this episode: YouTube: @theshaftpodcasts. . Spotify: https://spotify.link/oHwF5hicHDb Appreciations for this Episode: Host: Erasmus Segbefia Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo Timestamps: 00:00 | Introduction & Why Maresca’s Exit Matters 03:58 | Chelsea’s Ownership Model: System over Manager (Clearlake, Sporting Directors, Player-Asset Logic) 07:54 | Where It Broke: Squad Balance, Recruitment Friction, Media/Medical Control, “Unworkable” Mandate 25:16 | What Chelsea Wants Next: The “Head Coach” Profile, Risks of the Model & Final Verdict

32 min
JAN 1

#172. The 10 Questions That Will Decide the Premier League in 2026

Premier League Christmas chaos is here — Arsenal vs Man City vs Aston Villa, the 115 charges cloud, relegation sleepers, January transfers, and the 10 hottest EPL questions everyone’s debating. In this episode of Shaft Sports, we rank the Top 10 most controversial Christmas Premier League questions—from the City 115 saga, to which “big club” is drifting into danger, to the transfer move that could flip the title race. We go 10 → 1 and end on the only question that matters: WHO wins the league from here? Drop your answers below: which question decides the season? Subscribe for weekly EPL breakdowns + bold predictions. #PremierLeague, #EPL, #Arsenal, #ManchesterCity, #AstonVilla, #TitleRace, #ChristmasFootball, #FootballTwitter, #TransferNews, #JanuaryTransferWindow, #ManCity115, #115Charges, #RelegationBattle, #TopFourRace, #Arteta, #Maresca, #ShaftSports, #FootballPodcast, #MatchdayAnalysis, #PremierLeaguePredictions, #EnglishFootball, #SoccerDebate, #EPLTalk, #FootballNews Subscribe to our channels and enjoy this episode: YouTube: @theshaftpodcasts. . Spotify: https://spotify.link/oHwF5hicHDb Appreciations for this Episode: Host: Andy Terku and Erasmus Segbefia Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo Timestamps: 00:00 | Christmas Reality Check + The “Top 10 Questions” Setup 04:14 | Who’s in Danger + January Signings That Could Flip the Season 11:20 | Arsenal’s Striker Problem + Arteta vs Maresca (Who’s Really Better?) 26:56 | Title Race Heat Check: 3-Horse Race? City’s 2nd-Half Surge + Villa “Real or Run?” 38:57 | Are Arsenal Slipping? + Final Predictions: Who Wins the League?

48 min
JAN 1

#171. How to build the best Strategy for 2026 | Before you begin 2026, WATCH THIS!

2026 goals, habits, and consistency, this is the New Year episode that helps you increase your odds in 2026 by building a personal operating system. No recycled “wake up at 5am” advice, just what works for you. Most people don’t fail because they’re lazy. They fail because they copy systems built for someone else, then blame themselves when it collapses by February. In the first episode of 2026, I’m joined by Erasmus to break down how to stop “resetting” every month and start building momentum using something simple: pattern recognition. In this episode, we cover: 1. Why your best seasons aren’t luck (they’re evidence) 2. How to study your wins and extract what actually works 3. Turning patterns into routines that survive real life 4. How to increase your odds without becoming robotic 5. The 2026 framework: design over motivation 2026 challenge: Pick 3 wins from last year → extract 3 principles → test them for 14 days. 💬 Question: What’s one condition that makes you perform at your best? (sleep? environment? pressure? routines?) Drop it below. #2026, #NewYear2026, #NewYearReset, #2026Goals, #GoalSetting, #Habits, #HabitBuilding, #Consistency, #Discipline, #Productivity, #SystemsThinking, #Routines, #SelfImprovement, #PersonalDevelopment, #Mindset, #GrowthMindset, #SelfAwareness, #Focus, #Motivation, #LifeDesign, #HighPerformance, #Reflection, #Journaling, #DecisionMaking, #MentalHealth, #theShaftConversations, #Podcast, #PodcastClips, #LifeAdvice, #SelfMastery For more engaging content and discussions, follow us on our social media platforms: Twitter: https://x.com/theshaftpoddie_/status/... Instagram: / theshaftpodcast. . Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... Subscribe to our channels and enjoy this episode: YouTube: / @theshaftpodcasts. . Spotify: https://spotify.link/oHwF5hicHDb Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0... Appreciations for this Episode: Hosts: Andrews Terku & Erasmus Segbefia Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo Social Media Management: Pearl Kwadade Timestamps: 00:00 | Life Feels Random: Why Your “Good Seasons” Disappear 04:42 | Spot the Patterns: Reflection, Risk & Building Your Principles 19:49 | Control vs Chaos: Socialization, Environment & What Shapes Happiness 36:04 | Make Wins Repeatable: Your Personal System + Final 2026 Takeaways

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Want a deeper dive into the world's most pressing issues? Join us on The Shaft Podcast. We offer you thought-provoking conversations, expert analysis, and a unique perspective on everything from social justice to sports and politics. From insightful interviews to in-depth discussions, we'll challenge your thinking and keep you informed. Subscribe now to get a fresh take on the issues that matter.

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The Shaft Podcast
Years Active

2024 - 2026
Episodes

180
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