Arseblog Arsecast, The Arsenal Podcast

On this week's post-holiday show we discuss all the stuff that's gone on since the last podcast, including: the signing of Lacazette, the Jens Lehmann appointment, Per Mertesacker's academy role, and the pre-season tour of Australia. We chat about the game against Sydney FC, look at our summer doings so far, and then answer questions about transfer activity, Alexis, Ozil, Oxlade-Chamberlain, hugely inflated transfer fees and football's increasing bubble, which bear is the best bear, and lots more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we discuss the apparently imminent signing of Alexandre Lacazette from Lyon for what will be a club record fee. We discuss the French international, how he might fit in, and why Arsene Wenger has finally gone for him. There's also the Alexis situation over which we disagree slightly about a potential move to Man City, as well as stories about Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's refusal to sign a new deal. We then answer listener questions about Riyad Mahrez, contracts, Chris Willock, Jack Wilshere and Kieran Gibbs, and lots more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we chat about French strikers, from the reported interest in Alexandre Lacazette, the ongoing Kylian Mbappe situation and spurious links with Anthony Martial. We discuss the lack of transfer business this far and ask if we should be worried yet, as well as answering lots of listener questions including the Sanchez/Aguero swap stories, the future of Calum Chambers, Mohamed Elneny being on thin ice, more musical influenced players and loads more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we battle through the oppressive heat to discuss the over abundance of moths, TV shows, movies, pencil murder, the Confederations Cup, Alexis and his bockety ankle, why Andrew would turn down a transfer to Real Madrid, and the fixtures for next season. We then take lots of questions about transfers, chatting Mbappe, Lacazette, Aubamayang, and Giroud, as well as catchy theme tunes, jobs for the boys, podcast recommendations and plenty more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we discuss the situations of Wojciech Szczesny and Serge Gnabry as their futures go in different directions, as well as news about our goalkeeping situation next season, and why people need to not lose their minds so quickly over Hector Bellerin. There are lots of listener questions about transfers, the workings of the transfer market, Alexis Sanchez and Man City, how and why we loan players to other clubs, and loads more. As well as that, an ancient grudge is lifted which may make James' life better, and help him recover from the traumatic experiences inflicted on him last weekend. Listen to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show of the off-season we look at the reported €100m bid by Arsenal for Kylian Mbappé, try to work out how much truth there is behind it, and whether it's in any way realistic. There's chat about Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and rumours he's set to stay, before we answer questions about how much we're going to spend this summer, who is going to leave, whether we should embrace the kind of stuff we saw from Sergio Ramos in the Champions League final, and loads more – including Sickly James and his whoopy-lung, SHOW ME THE PUDDING and Satan's Helicopters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, after winning the FA Cup, it was announced that Arsene Wenger had extended his contract with Arsenal until 2019.It's a decision that has sparked plenty of conversation so for this week's podcast I'm spoke to four different people about it. Tim Payton from the Arsenal Supporter's Trust; Clive Palmer from the Arsenal Vision podcast; Gunners legend Ian Wright; and David Ornstein of the BBC.We chat about the decision to stick with Arsene Wenger, what should change to convince fans it isn't going to be more of the same, a big summer of work ahead, boardroom machinations, players coming in, players going out, and loads more. Thanks to all my guests for their time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first part of the show James and I look back on what was a brilliant weekend as Arsenal won the FA Cup for a record 13th time beating Chelsea 2-1 at Wembley. We chat about the performance, the team selection, the emotion, all the bits and pieces from the game, Per Mertesacker's heroics, and we get to hear the tender, slightly drunken, voicemail I left James after the game. In the second half, as James has to go to work in Greece, I'm joined by Andrew Allen to do the Q&A which includes questions about transfers, Alexis Sanchez and his future, best moments from the final, and lots more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at Union Chapel in London on Thursday May 25th. With James and I on the panel are Tayo Popoola and The Man from East Lower, sometimes known as Jim. We discuss FA Cup memories, preview the upcoming final against Chelsea. talk about John Terry's curious balance issues, and read out some weird comments we've had on our websites/videos. We then answer a load of listener questions, and break it all up with spot prizes of bags of delicious Jamon Ruffles! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we look back the final day of the season, the win over Everton, the Koscielny red card, injuries to Gabriel, Alexis and Xhaka, and discuss the prospect of Europa League football next season. We chat about anti-Stan Kroenke chanting from fans, Arsene Wenger's press conference and his situation in general, the boardroom issues, and Alisher Usmanov's bid for Kroenke's shares. We answer questions about moments of the season, dropped points, what kind of defence we might see for the FA Cup final, potential signings, Danny Welbeck's CHAOS MODE and lots more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With me on this week's Arsecast, to discuss the season as a whole, is Amy Lawrence. We chat about the managerial situation, boardroom stasis, whether the off the pitch stuff has affected things on it, what we might do with players like Sanchez, Ozil and Wojciech Szczesny, and we try and make some sense of what has been a generally underwhelming Premier League campaign. There's a chance to win a *boilk* mug, a quick look ahead to the weekend, and a dose of the usual waffle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this extra Arsecast Extra we look back on Tuesday night's 2-0 win over Sunderland, how goalkeeping heroics kept us at bay before Alexis found a way through, all the empty seats on show and how Arsenal should react. We also discuss how vital it is to keep Sanchez at the club, before answer questions about summer transfer plans, which positions are most important, our goalkeeping options, changing the rules for certain teams, Alex Iwobi's development, pineapple on pizza and lots more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show James battles manfully through a sore throat as we talk about the very enjoyable 4-1 win over Stoke at the weekend, the ever increasing love for Rob Holding, a great Mesut Ozil goal, some laughter at Shawcross and Arnautovic, plus the weekend's other Premier League action. We then answer listener questions about whether more points this season would be improvement, what can be read into Alexis Sanchez's celebration, the goalkeepers, the Europa League and lots more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Time now for this week's Arsecast, and with me to discuss the week that was, with two wins, two clean sheets, and all the rest is Jim Campbell from The Football Ramble. We chat about on and off the pitch goings-on, boardroom stuff, Arsene Wenger and more. There's also a bumper sized lot of the usual waffle including the manager pretending not to know what a Director of Football is, musical earworms, more *boilk* mug competitions and some Holy God FM. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we enjoy a goodly morning as we discuss the 2-0 win over Man Utd, defeating Jose Mourinho and his DNA sucking evil, laughing at Ander Herrera, and basically enjoying the fact that we won a big game that we really needed to win. We chat about the formation, the goals, Danny Welbeck celebrating, and all the rest, before answering listener questions about our wing-backs for the future, dead cats bouncing, whether Arsene Wenger should take a leaf out of the Nelson Vivas handbook, Alexis and his dodgy Instagram soundtracks and lots more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show I'm joined by the Man from East Lower to discuss all the latest exciting, exhilarating goings-on at the Arsenal, including this weekend's game with Manchester United. After that I chat with United fan Musa Okwonga about that match, but also some of the other less pleasant things that have been going on in football this week - racist incidents, and the issue of mental health among footballers. There's the winner of the Mesut Ozil book competition, a chance to win a *boilk* mug and all the usual waffle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we discuss the 2-0 defeat to Sp*rs, the team selection, the performance (or lack of it), and try and make some sense of what's going on. We'll be up front with you, we don't come to any kind of EUREKA moment conclusion, but there's a lot going on with manager, players and board. Then we answer questions about Olivier Giroud, other managers, transfer activity, scouting, Arsenal origins and more. It's not the cheeriest episode of all time, but we can only work with what we're given, and what we were given was a bit rubbish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ahead of a North London derby I chat with Arsenal journalist Layth Yousif about his thoughts on the big game, the midweek game against Leicester, empty seats and more. We also hear from the other side with Harry Hotspur, Wembley waffle, there's a chance to win Mesut Ozil's book and lots more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we discuss the 2-1 FA Cup semi-final win over Man City, the performance, the system, individual displays and the prospect of the final next month against Chelsea. We chat about how James being ill was the true catalyst for change, as well as answering questions about The Ox, Hector Bellerin's hair, the possibility of a top four finish, what a listener should call his adorable new puppy, some fantastic sounding FA Cup final scenarios, and lots more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's Arsecast is a pretty special one because yesterday I went to London to sit down for an hour with the one and only Ian Wright. I don't need to give you any bumph about who he is or what a legend he is, so I'll just tell you that we chat about his Arsenal career, his work as a pundit and how hard it is for him to separate the professional and personal when he watches this team play, what's going on at the moment from the manager to the players to the boardroom and beyond, and lots more. It's a great chat, full of passion and love for the Arsenal, but he doesn't hold back either. Big thanks to @DJTayo for helping us find a place to record yesterday, and of course to Ian for taking the time to come and talk to me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show James joins us from sunny Mallorca where he's eating all the Jamon Ruffles to discuss the 2-1 win over Middlesbrough on Monday night, the decision to go with a back three for the first time in 20 years, and how we still kind of made hard work of it. We ask whether the back three is going to be a long-term thing, especially with an FA Cup semi-final on Sunday, before answering listener's questions about Sead Kolasinac, the players post-game reaction and messages to the fans, who might benefit most from the new system, and why we need to get James to see the Supervet for the sake of all that's good about the human race. All that and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Time now for this week's Arsecast and I'm joined by lots of people who called in yesterday to chat about Arsenal and other things besides. We had fans from all the world get through and we discuss Jack Wilshere, Arsene Wenger, the board, Alexis Sanchez, writing letters to David O'Leary and lots more. There's also a bit of the usual waffle and some poetry from Tony Adams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we discuss the 3-0 defeat to Crystal Palace, what the consequences should be, what the consequences are likely to be, the manager, the board, the fans, the players and how all those relationships are being damaged by what's going on at the moment. We try and make sense of as much of it as possible before we answer some listener questions about Mesut Ozil, the so-called 'British core', Alexis being shifted to the left, what is the club these days, power ballads and more. We both also just want to say thanks to everyone for listening and sticking with us through difficult times, when the temptation would be to just switch off, so 'thanks everyone'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Time now for this week's Arsecast and to discuss training ground protests, a possible boardroom power struggle, but more importantly an actual win in a football match after we beat West Ham I'm joined by Charles Watts from Football London. We also talk Granit Xhaka and goalkeepers, before briefly previewing the Crystal Palace game which is on Monday (booo!). The winners of the *boil* mugs competition are announced, we ask 'do we see dead people?', and there's a heap of the usual waffle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we discuss the 2-2 draw with Man City that stopped the rot to an extent, but still leaves us a long way from the Champions League places. We chat about the performance, the defending, midfield issues and beyond. We then answer listener questions about the managerial situation in respect of comments made by Ivan Gazidis and his so-called 'catalyst for change', we look ahead at our upcoming fixtures and try to predict what's going to happen in each of them, fans fighting each other inside and outside of the stadium, and lots more besides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Time now for this week's Arsecast, and my first guest is former Gunner Perry Groves who has an interesting suspicion about why there's been such a delay in announcing whatever needs to be announced when it comes to Arsene Wenger's future. We chat about the current situation, whether or not that is affecting the players on the pitch, Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez and the Man City game on Sunday. Perry also provides details about how you can Play With A Legend, so check it out.Then I chat to Tim Stillman about the manager, VAR (Video Assistant Referees), and there's more on the City game. We have some vintage news, a chance for you to win a *boilk* mug and a healthy serving of the usual waffle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Interlull show we speak about the horrible injury sustained by Seamus Coleman at the weekend and why football needs to do more to prevent these things happening in the future. That applies to authorities, officials and pundits. We look back at Arsenal involvement in internationals, discuss the possibility of Thierry Henry becoming the manager of the club when Arsene Wenger decides to step down, scouting in France, weird smells, pub dogs, and James showcases his array of amazing accents and impressions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I don't know about you, but I genuinely couldn't face another conversation about what's going on, or not going on, at the club right now. I don't think there's anything I could add to what James and I spoke at length about on Monday's Arsecast Extra. So, with that in mind we have something a little different for you today. Joining me to talk a little bit about Arsenal, but much more about himself, writing, the art of interviewing, what makes a good interview, books and lots more is the brilliant Donald McRae. I'm sure many of you read his interviews in the Guardian, or might well have enjoyed one of his 11 books – two of which have won the William Hill Sports Book of the Year award. We chat about growing up in South Africa, how he became an Arsenal fan, and lots more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we discuss the dreadful defeat and performance against West Brom at the weekend. Dereliction of defensive duties, sterile football, not a shot on target in the second half and all the rest. Then there's the manager saying he knows what his decision will be without telling anyone else, more conspicuous silence from the board, their role in offering Arsene Wenger a new deal, and the general state of chaos and uncertainty that surrounds the club right now. There are more questions about the manager, players, performances, and loads more before we come to the conclusion that Arsenal is a bit of a freak show right now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining me this week for a very interesting discussion about one of the men tipped as a potential Arsene Wenger replacement is Paolo Bandini. We talk about Juventus boss Max Allegri, his career and how he might fit in at Arsenal. We also chat about the failure of English clubs to progress in the Champions League this season and more. I also celebrate what is a very special day in this household, there's some press conference stuff, and a grand dollop of the usual waffle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show discuss the FA Cup quarter-final win over Lincoln City, the sad case of Lucas Perez, terrible commentary and punditry, and who we might draw in the cup semi-finals. We then answer listener questions about Mesut Ozil's role in the team and the midfield set-up, protests and planes, Aaron Ramsey belting in a goal from close range, and lots more before we finish with a chat about the most important issue of all – the best bar snacks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

it's another long one so prep your ears. I'm joined by James Olley of the Evening Standard to talk Bayern, Wenger, Gazidis, Kroenke and more, before we get some perspective on Saturday's FA Cup quarter-final from Richie Bates, an Arsenal fan who also happens to be Commercial Director with Lincoln City. I'm then joined by Clive Palmer to chat more about the current situation at the club, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, the Arsenal environment and plenty more besides. There's a chunk of the usual waffle, as well as the winner of the Kick Off Revival game from last week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we try and get to grips with the fall-out from the Alexis Sanchez stuff over the weekend. The team selection, the training ground bust-up, the source of the story, the consequences it had for the team and the manager, and ultimately the 3-1 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield. The questions are mostly about the future direction of the club, the players, and Arsene Wenger, and we touch on the board, their responsibility (or lack of), a ludicrous suggestion from Josh Kroenke and more. It's a bit of an epic so strap in, and enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show to discuss the shake-up at youth level and the departure of Andries Jonker, Im joined by Jack Pitt-Brooke from the Independent. We chat about the Dutchman's time at the club, as well as talking about Arsene Wenger and his future in the wake of his press conference comments. We also have a chat about the Liverpool game at the weekend, before I'm joined by the Mugsmasher for more in-depth waffle about that particular game – which he predicts will be high scoring. There's also a chance for you to a win PS4 version of Kick Off Revival, the classic football game, revived and available now for Playsation, as well as all the usual waffle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we deal with the fact there's no Arsenal news by talking about a dream in which a giant James features, more Gunnerblog acclaim from the general public, the EFL Cup final, Claudio Ranieri, and some brief Arsenal U23 action. We then touch on the 15th birthday of the site, left-backs and whether Luke Shaw might be an option this summer, some of the changes in the game for good and bad, and finish up by discussing which condiments and sauces are appropriate with chips. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's Arsecast was a little bit experimental. Sound and technology issues meant that my co-host for the evening, Andrew Allen, makes only a very brief appearance as I field calls from Arsenal fans from all over the world to discuss the goings-on, the ins, the outs, the shake it all abouts, the manager, players, transfers, media landscape, and lots more. There's also a fantastic recipe for soup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we discuss the storming 2-0 win over Sutton United in the FA Cup, the so-called magic of the cup itself and how Arsenal, at least, managed to provide some with a great gesture. It's 100 goals for Theo Walcott, Lucas Perez keeps banging on Arsene Wenger's door, and we answer questions about the current situation involving the manager, Rob Holding's impressive display, a boardroom role for Edu, the sinister powers of Alexis Sanchez and lots more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Time now for this week's Arsecast and given the week that's in it, there was really only one topic of discussion: the Bayern result and what it means for Arsene Wenger. To get some differing perspectives on it, I'm joined by James from Gunnerblog, Daniel Storey from Football 365, chief football writer for the Independent Miguel Delaney, and the Man from East Lower. We talk about the manager, his future, the structures of the football club, the board, and pretty much every aspect of the situation. I also chat with Kurtis Powers from Arsenal NYC about a cool event involving Liam Brady, and as you might expect there's not a lot of the usual waffle under the circumstances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we take a look back at the difficult 2-0 win over Hull, the goals from Alexis, the handballs, the performance, Theo Walcott's aggression and the rest of the weekend's Premier League action in the context of that result. With Bayern Munich in midweek there are questions about Mesut Ozil and the possible team selection for this one, talk of succession plans, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's role in midfield, Hector Bellerin, and we end the show by wondering what to feed ducks and how to make pigeons explode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show, recorded in a hotel room in Camden, I chat with Hugh Wizzy about the state of play at Arsenal, Arsene Wenger and his future, the boardroom state of play which is contributing to our on-pitch issues and lots more. I'm nervous ahead of an exciting gig, and there's a bit of the usual waffle including some extra waffle at the end. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we look back at the 3-1 defeat to Chelsea which has ended our title chances for another year. We dissect the performance, the consequences, what it means for this season, and what the future holds. We discuss the assault on Hector Bellerin for the opening goal and the strange media coverage of it, before taking questions on what lies ahead for Arsenal and Arsene Wenger; is the club ready to make a change; what would constitute a successful season at this point; the Ox's accidental Twitter like and lots more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To discuss the last week and the game against Chelsea this weekend, I'm joined by Philippe Auclair. We talk Watford and the disappointing defeat, the lack of midfield options going into the crunch clash at Stamford Bridge, whether or not Aaron Ramsey fits into the team, and then the future of the club and the manager based on a couple of hypothetical scenarios as to where we might finish in the league this season. It's good chat, minimal waffle, and you should listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we go double-barrelled as we look at the 5-0 win over Southampton in the FA Cup, goals from Danny Welbeck and Theo Walcott, the midfield-midfield and how well they played, and what was a thoroughly enjoyable game to witness. We then answer listener questions about our myriad striking options, which of the youngsters-youngsters is most likely to make the grade, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's future and lots more, as well as interruptions from delivery men, drills and loan-shark moles. It's all in there today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Time now for this week's Arsecast, and to chat about the Premier League title race, China, the rampant commercialism of the game, player hashtags, Arsenal's season, and tons more is Ken Early from Second Captains. It's a fairly in-depth chat, so there's not as much of the usual waffle but there's still a bit of the usual waffle, a brief Southampton preview, and some Holy God FM. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we look back on the remarkable 2-1 win over Burnley, and the final few minutes which saw the game turn on its head twice. We discuss the penalties, the red card for Granit Xhaka, the referee's decisions, and a team that has once against earned points late on. We then answer questions about Xhaka and his disciplinary record, whether this win can prove a fillip to the side in the pursuit of Chelsea, how we might cope with an Arsene Wenger touchline ban, a depleted midfield, penalties and Petr Cech's record, and lots more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show I'm joined by Tayo Popoola to shoot the breeze about Arsenal, Theo Walcott, Alex Iwobi's backside, current form and more. Then I chat to photographer Jason Ilagan about his excellent project Humans of the Arsenal, how it came to be, where it's taken him and the doors it has opened. There's a brief look ahead to Burnley, Arsene Wenger is asked some silly questions, and a level teaspoon of the usual waffle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we discuss the 4-0 win over Swansea, the performance of Alex Iwobi, the Alexis reaction to his substitution, Olivier Giroud's goalscoring causing a personal conflict, as well all the other relevant Premier League action from the weekend. We then answer listener questions about Santi Cazorla's future, Serge Gnabry, Wojciech Szczesny, celebrate Nicklas Bendtner's birthday with a worst striker discussion, build a super-player from some great components, and much more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show to discuss contract renewals for three French stars, forward options, Mesut Ozil's return, the upcoming schedule, and young players taking an unconventional path to the Arsenal, I'm joined by Mattias Karen of ESPN FC. There's a brief look ahead to the Swansea game, a revealing interview, and all the usual waffle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we discuss the 2-1 win over Preston in the FA Cup, another late goal for Olivier Giroud, a dismal first half followed by a good second, and the return of Danny Welbeck. We then answer questions about Mesut Ozil's contract comments and the future of Arsene Wenger which seems to be tied in with it, Jack Wilshere's new-found fitness and no recall clause on his loan, Shkodran Mustafi's difficult recent form, why we start games slowly, Cohen Bramall, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Right, time now for this week's Arsecast and to discuss the midweek 3-3 draw with Bournemouth I'm joined by Adrian Clarke – host of The Breakdown on arsenal.com. We discuss the performance, two games in 48 hours, the contribution and celebration of Olivier Giroud, a grumpy Alexis Sanchez and much more. After that I chat to Colm McMullan, creator of the StatsZone app which you can get for iOS and Android. We talk about making the app, the increased availability of stats and data in football, how it helps round out your view of a game or a performance and what we can learn from using it. There's a minimal amount of the usual waffle, but I hope you enjoy the show anyway. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.