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Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

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Nelson provides Halloween treat for five-star Arsenal

Ian Stone is joined by The Athletic's Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke as Arsenal put five past Nottingham Forest at the Emirates.Reiss Nelson replaced Bukayo Saka to come on and score twice for Arsenal with the panel assessing his performance and opportunity to live up to his potential at the Emirates.Granit Xhaka and Thomas Partey's showings in midfield are also praised before looking ahead at what's to come prior to the break for the Qatar World Cup.Produced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 31, 202241 min

Arteta & Edu left to ponder January plans after defeat in Eindhoven

Ian Stone is joined by The Athletic's James McNicholas as well as special guest Adrian Dunbar, who plays Ted Hastings in the BBC series Line of Duty, to analyse Arsenal's defeat to PSV Eindhoven.Fresh from returning from Eindhoven, James shares his view on Arsenal's performance and the trend that has been setting in over recent games. The panel discuss the need to respond quickly as well as sharing their hopes for the upcoming January transfer window.Plus, Adrian shares his favourite memories of supporting The Arsenal prior to previewing Sunday's visit of Nottingham Forest.Produced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 28, 202237 min

The two halves of Arsenal & don't mess with Ben White

Ian Stone is joined by Art De Roche and Adrian Clarke to look back on Arsenal's 1-1 draw with Southampton at St Mary's.The panel debate Arsenal's contrasting performances in either half on the south coast with the Gunners playing in their seventh game of nine in October on Sunday afternoon.There's also analysis of Granit Xhaka scoring his second goal in as many games as well as Ben White's no-nonsense approach in a post-match interview following the draw with Southampton.Plus, there's reaction to Arsenal Women's latest WSL win, equalling the competition's record for 12 successive wins.Produced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 24, 202245 min

Arsenal's victories in Europe starring Bukayo and Beth

Joining Ian Stone today it's Art de Roche and James McNicholas as Arsenal football club celebrate not one, but two big victories in European competition.First up it's the men who defeated PSV on Thursday night with a dominant display. The pod gives the biggest shout out to Bukayo Saka who once again starred for the team, but note that the game changed when Odegaard and Partey were introduced. Plus there's a discussion about how Arteta wants his team to get used to playing every three days as that's what the top teams do.On Wednesday night the Arsenal Women threw down the gauntlet when they smashed reigning Champions League champions Lyon 5-1. It was a landmark victory to quote James, and Art shows some love to Caitlin Foord who's been quietly going steady this whole calendar year.We also dive into the stats to try and find out why Arsenal are playing better and we discuss which Arsenal players past and present would make the best option for the next Prime Minister.Produced by Abi Paterson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 21, 202232 min

One Nil to The Arsenal as Saka provides spark at Elland Road

Ian Stone is joined by The Athletic's Amy Lawrence and Michael Cox as Mikel Arteta guided Arsenal to their best-ever Premier League start at a powercut-hit Elland Road.Bukayo Saka scored the only goal of the game to see off Leeds United with Arsenal extending their lead to four points at the top of the table, making it nine wins from 10 at the start of the new season.As well as the win at Leeds, the evolution of Mikel Arteta as manager of Arsenal is also analysed before also touching on Thursday's Europa League clash with Ruud van Nistelrooy's PSV Eindhoven.Produced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 17, 202237 min

Arsenal enjoy Europa exploits & Mik Arteta's Gabis

Ian Stone is joined by the returning James McNicholas for his first Handbrake Off outing of the new season to talk Europa League, Arsenal's Gabis as well as preview Sunday's trip to Elland Road.Fresh from the Gunners' 1-0 win away to Bodø/Glimt in the Europa League Sambi Lokonga's performance is analysed with a number of squad players given an opportunity in Norway.Given the impact of Arsenal's Brazilian Gabriel trio, there's also analysis on the impact of the trio before looking ahead to the return to Premier League action against Leeds United.Produced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 14, 202242 min

Saka and Martinelli steal the show as Gunners blast past Liverpool

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Ian Stone is joined by the Athletic's Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke as we react to Arsenal's scintillating 3-2 win over Liverpool at the Emirates.Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli are both singled out for praise following the explosive attacking performance to see off Jurgen Klopp's side.Looking at the defence, both Takehiro Tomiyasu and Ben White's performances are analysed with the Gunners retaining their place at the top of the Premier League.Produced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 10, 202243 min

Nketiah shines as spotlight on the Emirates for showdown with Liverpool

Ian Stone is joined by The Athletic's Art De Roche and Adrian Clarke to look a second successive huge weekend of action at the Emirates as Liverpool head to North London.Eddie Nketiah's performance in the Gunners' 3-0 win over Bodø/Glimt is analysed as Reiss Nelson also made his first Arsenal appearance in 14 months.Plus, there's the latest on the contract front with speculation increasing over Arsenal's aims to secure the services of Bukayo Saka, William Saliba and Gabriel Martinelli.Produced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 7, 202239 min

Arsenal 3 Tottenham 1: reaction and redemption

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Ian Stone is joined by Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke as they bask in the glorious glow of Arsenal defeating their bitter rivals in quite brilliant fashion.Listen as we try to bring you the feel of the Emirates from that Saturday early kick off as the hottest ticket in town lit up the weekend. And as we discuss which previous iteration of Arsenal this team most feels like.We talk in depth on William Saliba, Ben White and Gabriel Jesus. We, of course, mention the man of the moment, Granit Xhaka, with his story getting better and better. And we talk about what would be the ultimate closing chapter in his Arsenal journey.And there's a look at Aaron Ramsdale's quotes post match where he discusses the mentality of the team and how they have this "never say die" attitude. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 2, 202245 min

Paul Davis 'Arsenal And After' & North London Derby preview

Ian Stone is joined by Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke and Arsenal legend Paul Davis to discuss his book 'Arsenal And After' before looking ahead to Saturday's North London Derby at the Emirates. Paul opens up on his experiences with racism, winning the 1994 Cup Winners' Cup in Copenhagen as well as his relationship with Terry Neill and George Graham. We also look ahead to the North London Derby with Paul sharing his thoughts on the start to the season as well as the transformation of Granit Xhaka. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 29, 202255 min

North London Derby preview, a shifting Swiss midfielder, and an all time Arsenal Women 5-a-side

Ian Stone is joined this week by Art De Roche and Tim Stillman to talk all things Arsenal Women ahead of this weekend's (hopefully) record breaking North London Derby.We begin by asking everyone for their All Time Arsenal Women 5-a-side teams, who makes yours?We get the big lowdown ahead of the North London Derby at the Emirates, who should we watch out for, how's it going to sound, and where does it go from here?We shine a spotlight on another Swiss midfielder who's been shifted from number 6 to number 8 in the Arsenal midfield, Lia Walti. And we talk about women's team training with the Academy boys. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 23, 202239 min

Nice kick about with the boys aged 15 years and 181 days

Joining Ian Stone this week is Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke after a weekend that saw seven goals, two table toppers, and a Premier League record broken across Arsenal Football Club.First up we relish a near perfect Arsenal performance after their 3-0 win over the Bees which saw goals for Saliba, Jesus, and Vieira. One member of the team suggests that from minute two they knew this would be a win. We discuss a certain Swiss player who has made himself "undroppable" and question whether the club has been playing him in the wrong place the whole time!There's a discussion on Ethan Nwaneri who became the Premier League's youngest ever player at 15 years and 181 days. We discuss what happens next with Nwaneri, and reveal what we were up to at the same stage in our lives.And finally the Women's Super League got underway on Friday night at Meadow Park as Arsenal bested Brighton 4-0. Adrian tells us all about his time there.RUNNING ORDERBrentford 0-3 Arsenal - 07.00Ethan Nwaneri - 28.00Arsenal 4-0 Brighton - 34.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 19, 202243 min

Targeting Jesus, the WSL returns and our favourite 15 minutes

Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke and Art De Roché are back to ask the big questions. Is Gabriel Jesus being targeted for unfair treatment? Would you have Ivan Toney at Arsenal? Can the Gunners win the WSL? What are your favourite 15 minutes of Arsenal? And how good was Stoney in his dreams?RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: The best 15 minutes of Arsenal (01.00)• PART 2: Brentford v Arsenal preview (12.00)• PART 3: The brand new WSL season, with Art De Roché (32.30) • PART 4: Finishing with a song (40.30) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 16, 202244 min

A disappointing defeat and Dadaism

Adrian Clarke, Amy Lawrence and Michael Cox discuss the 3-1 defeat to Man United. Plus, a look ahead to the trip to Zurich - the home of Dadaism and muesli, no less - and we wonder which Arsenal players past and present would make up the staff room at Gooner High?PART 1a: Fast Times at Gooner High (01m 30s)PART 1b: United 3 - 1 Arsenal (05m 30s)PART 2a: Zurich in the Europa League preview (22m 00s)PART 2b: Dadaist or Zurich player quiz (25m 30s)PART 3: Plugs, songs and farewells Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 5, 202236 min

Transfer window round up, bye bye Bellerin, and ear defenders at the Emirates

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone for a look back at the transfer window deadline day and sum up whether it's really as bad as some people close to keyboards are making it out to be.The team go into the reasons why things didn't work out, why Arsenal's outgoings aren't as good as other clubs' and how the team might set up if and when other injuries occur. And why it might be a good thing that another D Luiz didn't join.There's a look back on Wednesday night's victory over Villa and the speed at which Arsenal keep bouncing back with goals when conceding. Plus a look ahead to Sunday's match up at Old Trafford.And finally we bid farewell to Hector Bellerin after he joined Barcelona this week.RUNNING ORDERPART 1a - Trust-the-process-o-meter - 01.00 PART 1b - Transfer window review - 07.00 PART 2a - Arsenal 2-1 Villa - a dominant 2-1 - 23.00 PART 2b - Manchester United preview - 36.00 PART 3 - Hector Bellerin departs to Barcelona - 41.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 2, 202246 min

The classiest 10 in the Premier League, the deep midfield question, and Nicholas Pepe’s Nice

Art de Roche and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone for a dive into the latest Arsenal news, tactics and matches.Today: we answer the question of what Arteta can do in midfield if Elneny is out with a long term injury - is it Zinchenko? Could the solution be Ben White? We praise the connection between the fans and the club, and question whether the noise for Gabriel's winner was really the loudest we've ever heard the Emirates. And there's a look at Nice v Marseille where two of our loanees played against each other - but only one could win...All that plus a fun dig at Richard KeysRUNNING ORDERPART 1a - Bernd Leno or Jay Leno - 01.00PART 1b - Corrections - 03.30 PART 2 - Arsenal’s potential midfield issue - 04.30PART 3a - Brief look at the Fulham win and club togetherness - 12.00PART 3b - Loan watch - 22.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 30, 202234 min

Transfer update with David Ornstein, Europa League draw reaction, and AAAAA (Ask Adrian Anything About Arsenal)

Adrian Clarke is alongside Ian Stone for a reaction pod to the Europa League draw as Friday afternoon revealed that Arsenal will be facing PSV, Bodo/Glimt, and FC Zurich on their return to European football. We discuss what the expectation should be with regard to the tournament, what team we expect Arteta to play, and which location we'd like Arsenal Airways to fly us to.There's less than a week to go in the transfer window so we get the transfer don David Ornstein on to update us on Arsenal's potential incomings and outgoings.And we have time for a new feature AAAAA where Adrian answers your questions in: Ask Adrian Anything About ArsenalRUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Europa League reaction - 01.00 PART 2 - Transfers with David Ornstein - 12.00 PART 3 - AAAAA (Ask Adrian Anything About Arsenal) - 25.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 26, 202239 min

Arsenal's weekend: from pitch perfect to perfect pitch

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone once again to bathe in the goodness that is three successive Arsenal victories. A far cry from this time last season!On this episode we discuss the earworms of the Arsenal canon (songbook to you and me) from years gone by. We talk about why it is so remarkable that Saliba has hit the ground running given the build up to his debut in an Arsenal shirt.There's some good vibes around the club, and good tactics too, Adrian has a look at how Zinchenko makes Xhaka better and we briefly imagine a world where it's Martinez and not Zinchenko in the squad.All that plus a discussion on Bukayo Saka, the loanees, and we pay tribute to an Arsenal legend, Head Groundsman Steve Braddock who sadly passed away earlier in the week.RUNNING ORDERPart 1a - Arsenal earworms - 02.00Part 1b - The Saliba story - 07.00 Part 2a - Bournemouth 0-3 Arsenal - 15.00 Part 2b - Bukayo Saka’s contract - 25.00Part 3a - Loan watch - 36.00Part 3b - Steve Braddock (1964-2022) - 39.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 22, 202247 min

Is Xhaka right: Should fans be able to go to training?

Joining Ian Stone for this one it's Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke as they talk about the idea of fans going along to training sessions. Could it work? What would you get to see? And will it ever happen?We discuss which of the Arsenal teams from down the years you'd like to see an "All or Nothing" documentary on and why really there is only one answer.Wednesday night was the first chance that fans had to see Fabio Vieira in an Arsenal shirt, we discuss what he will bring to the senior team when he gets his chance.Amy and Adrian gets their teeth into the question of squad depth and look at the opportunities players will have to get game time.And finally there's a nod to Nacho Monreal and his time at the EmiratesRUNNInG ORDERPART 1 - All or Nothing for any season - 01.00PART 2 - See the process to trust the process? - 06.00PART 3 - Fabio Vieira first look - 19.00 PART 4 - Squad depth - 25.00PART 5 - Monreal memories - 33.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 18, 202241 min

Jesus: the "perfect striker for Arteta", "the boy" Martinelli, and Arsenal's Joga Bonito

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Joining Ian Stone for a look back on Arsenal 4 Leicester 2 it's Art de Roche and Adrian "buzzkill" Clarke.Today it's all about Gabriel Jesus and what he has immediately brought to the Arsenal set up. We discuss why he has been able to have such an immediate impact in his new team, the various player roles he's performing and the influence he has on the younger players too now that he's part of the senior leadership team. Expect stats, tactics, and joy in part one.But it's not all about that Brazilian Gabi, as his attacking compatriot Gabriel Martinelli was on fire too and we discuss his development under Arteta and how the more fluid structure has allowed him to shine.It was the first home game of the season and boy did the fans come out to play, especially the Ashburton Army as Adrian admires their stamina for songs throughout the day.Plus we check in on our loans, our Academy and hail Saka for his Kopa Trophy nominationRUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Spa trip anyone? - 01.00 PART 2a - Jesus has arrived - 04.00PART 2b - Martinelli’s moments - 21.00PART 2c - Fan-demonium - 26.00PART 3a - Loan watch - 33.00PART 3b - Academy watch - 36.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 15, 202243 min

"He's a massive tit" Rating the Sven Mislintat signings

Joining Ian Stone this week it's Art De Roche and Adrian Clarke to look back on the Sven Mislintat era when everything was just a little confused at the Emirates.In order to make sense of it all we have a little game of Sven Mislintit or tat where we rate the eight players that came in under Sven's eye. It's also four years since Unai Emery's first match in charge of the gooners and we compare that team to today's.Moving on to the big topic in The Athletic this week we talk about player roles and the various ways that they can be defined by focusing on Saka and Xhaka.And finally it's all about captains, and one former captain who's going to be lighting up the ballroom this winterRUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Sven Mislintit or tat - 01.00PART 2 - Saka the wide threat - 11.00PART 3 - Captaincy and squad leaders - 27.00PART 4 - Strictly Tony Adams - 37.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 12, 202240 min

The Saliba Show

Adrian Clarke and James McNicholas join Ian Stone for a look back on Arsenal's opening day victory over Crystal Palace.And it was all about one man: William Saliba. Is he undroppable after that "Rolls Royce" performance? Is not knowing your back four a good thing? And can we come up with a song for him?Plus Arsenal's fighting spirit, wingers, and why Ian needs to watch All or NothingRUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Rolls Royce of a defender 01.00PART 2 - Palace 0-2 Arsenal 05.00PART 3a - Transfers 23.00PART 3b - All or Nothing 28.30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 8, 202238 min

Ep 134Arsenal’s Lionesses, Palace preview, Terry Neil

Join Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke as we look ahead to the new season!In this episode: we speak about England winning Euro 2022 and the heavy influence that Arsenal have on this team, we look back at our last preseason game, a 6-0 battering of Sevilla and look ahead to the first game of the Premier League season against Crystal Palace.Plus there’s some transfer talk focused on those who are leaving rather than coming.And we pay tribute to Terry Neil, Arsenal’s youngest ever manager and an FA Cup winner in that incredible 1979 win over Manchester United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 2, 202246 min

There’ll always be a place at Arsenal that belongs to Maria Petri

Join Ian Stone, Art de Roche, and Amy Lawrence for a look back on the latest from Arsenal.This week we pay tribute to the greatest football fan of all time, Maria Petri, who sadly passed away on Friday. Amy shares her memories of Maria, whilst Art discusses her love of the women's team. Maria was Arsenal through and through and embodied the club in a way that no one else ever will.We then move to talking about James's wide ranging interview with Edu and whether the tide of opinion has turned in favour of the Kroenkes.Finally we talk William Saliba, what would make a dream transfer window and the gooners at the EuroRUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Rename the stadium 02.00PART 2 - “I shall be oh so sad when I die, as I won’t be able to watch Arsenal anymore” RIP Maria Petri 05.00PART 3a - Edu talks business 14.00PART 3b - Arsenal and the Kroenkes 23.00PART 3c - William Saliba 29.00PART 4 - Gooners at the Euro 35.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 25, 202241 min

The Arteta Effect

Joining Ian Stone this week it's Art De Roche and Adrian Clarke to discuss all that has happened since we last spoke.First up there's the new away kit launch, and how the club community looks out for and after each other.Then we get into the impending arrival of Zinchenko as he finalises his move to Arsenal from Man City - do we think he's a better fit for the club than Martinez?We catch up with James McNicholas who's out with the team in Orlando, Florida to find out what the vibes are like, and to discuss his interview with Fabio Vieira.And we have some tactical discussions, talk All or Nothing, and the WSL fixture list too. You asked for more so we're giving you more!RUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Wear the shirt with pride 02.00PART 2 - Zinchenko 08.00PART 3a - Pre season win v Everton : 21.00PART 3b - James McNicholas on tour: 30.00PART 4a - Cut backs: 44.00 PART 4b - All or Nothing: 49.00 PART 4c - WSL fixture list: 52.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 20, 202256 min

Jesus opens his Arsenal account, Coach Wilshere, and Inside Hale End

Join Ian Stone, Adrian Clarke, and Art de Roche for the latest goings on in and around Arsenal.This week: Arsenal's pre season game against FC Nuremburg - what learnings can we take, should we get over excited about Jesus, and what about Elneny's goal!Adrian went to screening of 'Inside Hale End' so we find out about that, and we discuss the impact Jack Wilshere will have at Arsenal's Academy.Plus we talk about hot games Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 12, 202238 min

Olá Jesus, Kanu believe it, and are you standing safely?

Join Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke and host Ian Stone for another check in on the Gunners.It's time for pre season and so we discuss what ours look like, what Adrian's used to look like, and what actually happens at the weigh in.As for the outings and incomings Gabriel Jesus was finally announced on Monday but there's not much going out.We also discuss the possibility of safe standing and Kanu's greatest Premier League gameRUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Pre season starts 02.00PART 2a - Who will leave the club?: 08.00PART 2b - Gabriel Jesus signs : 15.00PART 2c - Safe standing?: 28.00PART 3 - Kanu believe it : 30.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 5, 202246 min

The patron saint of growling

Join Ian Stone, James McNicholas, and Amy Lawrence for a look at the latest transfer news, the curious case of William Saliba and renewed criticisms of Arsenal's "Visit Rwanda" sleeve sponsor.On the show we discuss the arrival of Gabriel Jesus and what he does and doesn't bring to the side. We talk about the not so impending arrival of Raphinha as it looks like he's off to Chelsea. And we take a look at the Arsenal back line and its formation next season.All that plus a discussion on the upcoming "All or Nothing" Arsenal series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 29, 202233 min

Norway, numbers, and no new names

This week Ian Stone is joined by Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke to talk all things Norway, numbers, and transfers.All things being *at the time of recording* there's been no names just yet but since we last spoke the name Lisandro Martinez has picked up apace. Therefore asking the question, is Mikel Arteta all about versatility?We hear about Amy's trip to Norway back in April as she found out all about Arsenal's MO - Martin Odegaard.Plus there's a game of number association tooRUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Shirt numbers 02.00PART 2 - Versatile players : 05.00PART 3 - Arsenal’s MO: Martin Odegaard: 25.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 21, 202242 min

The new Vieira

We're back for the new season! And it's Ian Stone, Adrian Clarke and Amy Lawrence here to bring you up to date with everything that's happened in the Arsenal landscape since we last spoke - including a certain midfielder called Vieira.And this week's big question - Can you retire a song?All that plus discussions about Arsenal's striker situation, the fixture list, and how should Alex Lacazette be remembered?RUNNING ORDERPART 1a - What to do with no World Cup 02.00PART 1b - Fixtures announced 05.00PART 2 - Transfers : 11.00PART 3 - Bye bye Laca: 34.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 17, 202242 min

The season in 12 words

Join Ian Stone, Adrian Clarke, Amy Lawrence, and Art de Roche for one last time this season to look back on the season that was for Arsenal men, women, and the academy.This week: a dive into the positives, the manager, the injuries, and ultimate the January decisions that cost the club.All that plus Art brings his reflections from a busy season for the women and academy teams of Arsenal, and some end of season awards at the end too.RUNNING ORDERPART 1a - Season in three words : 01:00PART 1b - Arsenal 5-1 Everton: 2.30 PART 2 - Men’s Team Season review : 07.00PART 3a - Academy season review with Art De Roche : 28 .00PART 3b - Women’s Team season review with Art too! : 34.00PART 4 - Awards: 44.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 23, 202257 min

Less of a podcast, more of a support group

Join Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, and Adrian Clarke for a look back on the Newcastle defeat as Arsenal complete a season of winless Mondays.This week: why didn't the team show up? What prospects are there for the Everton game? And the biggest sigh you'll hear.Plus, reasons to be positive and keep the faith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 17, 202227 min

Massive and crushing disappointment

Join Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke for look back at a miserable night in N17.This week: we dissect the disappointing night that saw Spurs easily best Arsenal. We debate the big calls on the night, talk through what it means for the rest of the season, and learn about "bread poultice"RUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Bread poultice: 01:00PART 2a - Spurs 3-0 Arsenal : 08 :00PART 3a - Champions League or Europa League : 29.00PART 3b - Newcastle preview : 32.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 13, 202240 min

Two: goals for Eddie, contracts signed, and finish in the WSL

Join Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas for a reflection on Arsenal's weird/nerve-wracking 2-1 win over Leeds at the weekendThis week: games where you can't stay in your seat, Arteta and Eidevall sign on for more years at The Arsenal, and Art de Roche joins to talk about Arsenal Women being oh-so-close to the WSL title.All that plus a discussion on what to do with Eddie Nketiah, emotions from 'The Angel' and a preview for Thursday's big game against SpursRUNNING ORDER PART 1 - Games you couldn’t watch : 01:00PART 2a - Arsenal 2-1 Leeds : 07:00PART 2b - NLD preview: 26.00PART 3a - New contracts for Arteta and Eidevall : 33.00PART 3b - Arsenal Women pipped to the WSL title with Art de Roche : 38.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 9, 202249 min

Pulchritude and fortitude

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Join Ian Stone, Adrian Clarke and James McNicholas for a look back on Arsenal's win over West Ham.This week: big up Nketiah, big up Holding, and big up securing top six.With a team that was largely mad up of squad players, Arsenal were able to make their way past a strong West Ham team at the London Stadium on Sunday afternoon. We look at the players who shone, who got in Declan Rice's face, and whether they'll all be staying at the club come next season.Plus a discussion on Arsenal's potential new anthemRUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Cult heroes : 01:00PART 2 - West Ham 1-2 Arsenal : 10:00PART 3 - North London forever… : 30.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 2, 202238 min

Chaos, stress, and screams

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Join Ian Stone, Art de Roche and Amy Lawrence for a look back on Arsenal's chaotic and stressful win over Manchester United on SaturdayThis week: we reminisce on the times big north west clubs have missed penalties against Arsenal, we talk about Elneny, Eddie, and Emile, and we welcome back the old big guns of Henry, Gilberto, Bergkamp and others.All that plus a catch up on the Arsenal Women's team, who have just 3 games left.RUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Penalty misses : 01:00PART 2 - Arsenal 3-1 Manchester United : 10:00PART 2b - The return of the legends: 37.00PART 3a - When we won the league at WHL : 44.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 25, 202248 min

They didn't think like squirrels

Join Ian Stone, Art De Roche and James McNicholas for a look back at Arsenal men's defeat to Southampton and Arsenal women's defeat to Chelsea in the FA Cup - it wasn't a good weekend.This week: is the issue attack or midfield? James and Art differ? How much blame should be portioned to Mikel Arteta? And what's worse the Europa Conference League or no Europe at all?All that plus an in depth look at what went wrong for both senior clubs at the weekend and further reflections on Unai Emery.RUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Conference League or no Europe?: 01:00PART 2a - Southampton Men 1-0 Arsenal Men: 05:00PART 2b - Unai Emery - wrong manager at the wrong time?: 21.00PART 3a - Arsenal Women 0-2 Chelsea Women: 30.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 18, 202243 min

The Graham Potter Curse

Join Ian Stone, Art de Roche, and James McNicholas for a sorrow filled look back at the defeat to Brighton at the weekend.Did Arteta get it wrong with putting Xhaka at left back? Should Sambi have been left all on his own? And is top four off now? Just some of the questions from the weekend's result.Plus we talk to Art about up and coming striker Mika Biereth and we reminisce on Alex Song.RUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Bogey teams : 01:00PART 2 - Arsenal 1-2 Brighton : 04:00PART 3a - Art and Mika Biereth: 28:00 PART 3b - A Song for Alex Song: 35:00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 11, 202243 min

Arteta's conundrum, football and fashion, and Unai (m)Emer-ies

Join Ian Stone, Adrian Clarke, and James McNicholas for some company following that shocking defeat against Palace.This week: cack. There's no other word for it. Adrian and James dissect the fall out from the result in South London including how the injuries to Tierney and Partey will affect the line up going forward - will Saka be a full back again? Will Nuno Tavares get a game again? And just why does this sort of performance happen from seemingly nowhere?We also talk about Unai Emery after he spoke to The Athletic about his time at Arsenal and we talk fashion - here's the must see catalogue where Adrian makes an appearanceRUNNING ORDER PART 1 - Preferable mundane tasks: 01:00PART 2 - Crystal Palace 3-0 Arsenal - tactics and what next: 04:00PART 3a - Unai (m)Emer-ies: 28:00 PART 3b - Fashion and football: 37:00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 5, 202247 min

Arsenal HOF, Rashford to Arsenal & What Bergkamp Would Cost Today!

Host Ian Stone is joined by Adrian Clarke and The Athletic's Art de Roche to reflect on Arsenal Women's Champions League hopes and how the NLD postponement could actually help their season... Plus, a discussion over which Arsenal legend should follow Patrick Vieira into the Hall Of Fame and whether or not Marcus Rashford would be a smart addition to the current squad this summer (if not, then who?)Plus, the trio explore a fantastic article from Art, all about how much Arsenal's biggest transfers would cost today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 29, 202246 min

A result to celebrate

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It's Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas here looking back at another 1-0 to the Arsenal win, this time over Aston Villa.This week we rub our victories in the celebration police's faces, we ask why there's this English obsession with "hardness" and talk about Arteta getting a song.All that plus some love for our England call ups, love for Bernd Leno, and a bit more of a chat about celebrating.RUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Celebrate good times: 01:00PART 2a - Aston Villa 0-1 Arsenal: 04:00PART 2b - Celebration police: 25:00 PART 3 - Three Four Lions: 30:00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 21, 202238 min

Goldfish memories, fuming at the fixture computer and club identity

Join Ian Stone, Adrian Clarke, and Art de Roche for a look back on Arsenal's so close but so far loss to Liverpool.We praise the work of Gabi Martinelli, discuss the season Aaron Ramsdale's had so far, and ask how do we get to Liverpool's level?Plus you can hear Amy Lawrence's interview with Fabrice Muamba on the 10 year anniversary from his collapse whilst playing for Bolton against Spurs in the FA Cup.And we talk about the "yoot" and make sure you know who to keep an eye on.RUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Players to fear : 01.00PART 2 - Arsenal 0-2 Liverpool : 07.00PART 3a - Amy meets Muamba : 31.30PART 3b - A look in on the Arsenal Academy : 41.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 17, 202255 min

Happy Arsenal, happy Odegaard, happy Emirates

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Join Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, and James McNicholas for a look back on Arsenal's win over Leicester on Sunday evening.After a relatively comfortable win over Leicester we talk about the importance of Martin Odegaard and his comments about happiness in the team. We discuss the roles of Xhaka and Tierney too. And after Chelsea's owner Roman Abramovich was sanctioned by the UK government, we ask what does that mean for Arsenal and football?Oh and James has a great story that involves a bus stop and a former Arsenal player.RUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Seeing players unexpectedly 01.00PART 2 - Arsenal 2-0 Leicester: 06.00PART 3 - Chelsea and Arsenal: 25.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 14, 202237 min

Into the top four, a song for Saka, and Ray Parlour: 49 undefeated

Join Amy Lawrence, Ian Stone, and James McNicholas as they look back on Arsenal's win at Watford which saw them grace the top four again. Is it on? And have Arsenal got the strength and mentality to finish there?Data Analyst Mark Carey talks us through how Arsenal have ascended the table, coming from the bottom to the top four. We also praise Saka and Odegaard, talk about who should be getting a chant, and celebrate Ray Parlour's 49th birthday.RUNNING ORDER PART 1 - Boom boom boom and other chants: 01.00PART 2 - Watford 2-3 Arsenal: 06.00PART 3 - Top four reached with Mark Carey: 21.30PART 4 - It’s only Ray Parlour: 33.00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 7, 202240 min

Arteta’s bold substitutions, Pepe’s prowess, and faxing in results

Join Amy Lawrence, James McNicholas, and Ian Stone for a look back on the week of Arsenal including that spectacular last minute winner against Wolves on Thursday night.This week: where does Pepe fit in the team? Why is Martinelli so popular? And where were you when you found out that Arsenal had won on Thursday? Probably not mid performance like James!All that plus a discussion on Laca's contract, the club's owners, and Arteta's bold substitutions.PART 1 - Weird places to find out results (01.00)PART 2 - Arsenal 2-1 Wolves (06.00)PART 3a - Ownership (32.30)PART 3b - Martinelli’s “My Game In My Words” (41.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 28, 202248 min

The Fab Four, Gabi’s snuggly blanket, and memories of Madrid magic

Join Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, and Adrian Clarke for a look back on Arsenal's win over Brentford from the weekend.This week we crown the Fab Four, we discuss our captaincy choices, and we look at a shift in system. All that plus a trip down memory lane to the Bernabeu when Arsenal became the first english side to beat Real Madrid in their own backyard.RUNNING ORDERPART 1 - The new Fab Four (01.00)PART 2 - Arsenal 2-1 Brentford (06.00)PART 3 - Real Madrid 0-1 Arsenal (31.30) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 21, 202244 min

A red card problem, complicated sales, and why we love the Arsenal

Join Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, and James McNicholas for a look back on the last week in Arsenal.Today: Do Arsenal have a discipline problem? What's our signature performance? And how many goals will Arsenal need to score in the final 16 games to get top four?All that plus a brilliant weekend of results for Arsenal despite not playing, look at our selling problem, and reasons to love the Gunners.RUNNING ORDERPART 1 - We love you Arsenal, we do (01.00)PART 2 - Wolves 0-1 Arsenal (06.00)PART 3 - Arsenal and signings: it’s complicated (33.30) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 14, 202242 min

Seventeen cup finals, Sir Wrighty, and Viv's pass

Join Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, James McNicholas and Art de Roche for a spin through the latest from ArsenalThis week: is Tomiyasu the best right back since Lee Dixon? Should Ian Wright get a knighthood? And which former Arsenal player did Viv Miedema remind Ian of this weekend?We discuss the hopes and expectations for the season ahead, whether Martinelli could play through the middle of the pitch, and find out whether we'll be seeing any of our youngsters making a cameo for the seniors in the second half of the season.RUNNING ORDERPART 1 - What are we looking forward to when football returns? (01.00)PART 2 - Seventeen cup finals (06.00)PART 3 - U23s and Women with Art de Roche (27.30) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 7, 202241 min

January transfer wrap: au revoir Auba and a leaner, meaner Arsenal

Join Ian Stone, Adrian Clarke and James McNicholas for a discussion on Arsenal's (lack of) business during the January transfer window.This week: how do the panel rate our January out of day? Memories of Auba, and who are these two new signings we've brought in?Plus is it Europe or bust for Arteta?RUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Rate January out of 10 (01.00)PART 2 - Transfers, Auba, and who we brought in (04.30)PART 3 - Trust the process? (28.30) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 1, 202240 min

The apparition of Olivier Giroud, the resurgence of Heath, and Pierre-Emerick Oboe-meyang

Join Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas for a look back on our 0-0 draw with Burnley and ask will we get a striker?Strikers very much the theme of the show as we discuss if Arsenal need and/or should kiss and make up with Pierre Emerick Aubameyang. Flo Lloyd Hughes joins to tell us all about the disjointed state of Arsenal Women and answer our questions about the likelihood of Miedema's Arsenal exit. Plus we ponder if Arsenal's European hopes rest on Arsenal getting a striker in January.All that and Ian asks the most surreal question you may ever hear.RUNNING ORDERPART 1 - Pick a sub (01.00)PART 2 - Arsenal 0-0 Burnley (04.30)PART 3a - Streaky strikers: Pierre Emerick Aubameyang (21.00)PART 3b - Streaky strikers: Viv Miedema (30.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 24, 202242 min