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The Athletic's Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke, James McNicholas (Gunnerblog), Art de Roche and comedian Ian Stone bring you a twice-weekly podcast dedicated to Arsenal Football Club. They'll bring you reaction to all the games, expert insight into the inner-workings of the club, including transfers and contracts, and analysis on the women's team too.
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- Yesterday47 min
Squad Audit: Where do Arsenal improve this summer?
Adrian Clarke joins Ian Stone to do a squad audit ahead of what could be a busy summer for Arsenal.They discuss the need to continually refresh especially when you’ve won, the players that are more likely to leave this summer, those who there may be questions about, if there could be some surprising departures, improvements needed in the attack, who their ideal signings would be and they touch on the story of Gabriel’s jersey becoming the highest selling at the club since the UCL final.We'd like to hear your thoughts on the podcast, please find the listener poll here: https://forms.gle/cShwS3WaXaMZ2URi9 If you like the panel’s song choices, check out the ‘Now that’s what I call Handbrake’ playlist on both Spotify and Apple Music and listen to them all there: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6cgJk1eJwQBmiUJlSFZMJN?si=pMHHbBb8S8Ky5LtlKp7pHw&pi=Rra8NSxDRVm58&nd=1&dlsi=62f2d7c1c10045acApple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/playlist/now-thats-what-i-call-handbrake/pl.u-d2b00jZuDxWk6PProducer: Robby Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 4 days ago57 min
We'll be back
Adrian Clarke and Amy Lawrence join Ian Stone to discuss the Champions League final loss to Paris Saint-Germain on penalties on Saturday.The panel reflect on the joyous images from the trophy parade on Sunday, the atmosphere in Budapest as fans gathered for the game, Arsenal proving they belong on this elite stage, the brilliance of the team's defending, the need to improve in possession, the room for growth in the squad, the togetherness of the players, the penalty shootout, Marquinhos consoling Gabriel at the final whistle and there's praise Lewis-Skelly, Gabriel and others who stood out on the night. Plus, the panel respond to listener messages and reflect on the season as a whole. If you like the panel’s song choices, check out the ‘Now that’s what I call Handbrake’ playlist on both Spotify and Apple Music and listen to them all there: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6cgJk1eJwQBmiUJlSFZMJN?si=pMHHbBb8S8Ky5LtlKp7pHw&pi=Rra8NSxDRVm58&nd=1&dlsi=62f2d7c1c10045acApple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/playlist/now-thats-what-i-call-handbrake/pl.u-d2b00jZuDxWk6PProducer: Robby Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago52 min
All eyes on Budapest
Adrian Clarke and Art de Roche join Ian Stone to look ahead to the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain on Saturday.The panel discuss the confidence level of the squad after winning the Premier League, how Arsenal’s defence can nullify the oppositions strengths, comparing both teams Champions League campaigns, their preferred starting lineups, getting used to how good Arsenal are right now, what winning the Champions League would mean, Declan Rice being a key player in this game and touch on his class after his message to West Ham following their relegation. Plus, the panel respond to listener messages and we hear from Quentin in Paris in this week’s instalment of ‘Up Your Arsenal’.If you like the panel’s song choices, check out the ‘Now that’s what I call Handbrake’ playlist on both Spotify and Apple Music and listen to them all there: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6cgJk1eJwQBmiUJlSFZMJN?si=pMHHbBb8S8Ky5LtlKp7pHw&pi=Rra8NSxDRVm58&nd=1&dlsi=62f2d7c1c10045acApple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/playlist/now-thats-what-i-call-handbrake/pl.u-d2b00jZuDxWk6PProducer: Robby Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago57 min
We are unbearable
Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke and Art de Roche join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal’s final league game and 2-1 win against Crystal Palace on Sunday.The panel reflect on a joyous day as Arsenal lifted the Premier League trophy, this special group of players, finishing the season with the best disciplinary record, continued praise for the job that Arteta has done, Dowman breaking yet another record, Jesus’ impact since arriving on what might potentially be his last appearance, Merino’s return from injury and Eze’s incredible reception as he returned to Selhurst Park a champion. Plus, the panel respond to listener messages and reflect on the celebrations of Arsenal fans around the world. If you like the panel’s song choices, check out the ‘Now that’s what I call Handbrake’ playlist on both Spotify and Apple Music and listen to them all there: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6cgJk1eJwQBmiUJlSFZMJN?si=pMHHbBb8S8Ky5LtlKp7pHw&pi=Rra8NSxDRVm58&nd=1&dlsi=62f2d7c1c10045acApple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/playlist/now-thats-what-i-call-handbrake/pl.u-d2b00jZuDxWk6PProducer: Robby Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago1h 3m
End of Season Awards: Champions Edition
Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke, Art de Roché and James McNicholas join Ian Stone for the end of season awards.The panel choose their goal of the season, game of the season, moment of the season, worst moment of the season, the moment they’d change, save of the season, signing of the season, most improved player and player of the season.Plus, the panel reflect on Mikel Arteta’s first press conference as a champion, briefly look ahead to the final game of the season against Crystal Palace and we hear a snippet of when Art spoke to Mikel Merino.If you like the panel’s song choices, check out the ‘Now that’s what I call Handbrake’ playlist on both Spotify and Apple Music and listen to them all there: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6cgJk1eJwQBmiUJlSFZMJN?si=pMHHbBb8S8Ky5LtlKp7pHw&pi=Rra8NSxDRVm58&nd=1&dlsi=62f2d7c1c10045acApple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/playlist/now-thats-what-i-call-handbrake/pl.u-d2b00jZuDxWk6PProducer: Robby Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago48 min
Let it all work out
Arsenal are Premier League champions.Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke and Art de Roche join Ian Stone to reflect on the clubs first title in 22 years.The panel reflect on how they’re feeling the morning after, the celebrations outside the stadium, the communal experience of the fans celebrating together all over the world, avoiding final day anxiety, similarities to the 1989 title celebrations, paying tribute to Mikel Arteta for what he’s done for the club in his first managerial club, the player celebrations and showing they have the bottle to get over the line.If you like the panel’s song choices, check out the ‘Now that’s what I call Handbrake’ playlist on both Spotify and Apple Music and listen to them all there: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6cgJk1eJwQBmiUJlSFZMJN?si=pMHHbBb8S8Ky5LtlKp7pHw&pi=Rra8NSxDRVm58&nd=1&dlsi=62f2d7c1c10045acApple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/playlist/now-thats-what-i-call-handbrake/pl.u-d2b00jZuDxWk6PProducer: Robby Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago35 min
One more to go…
Amy Lawrence, Art de Roché and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to discuss on Arsenal’s 1-0 win against Burnley on Monday night.The panel reflect on the scenes at the end of the game as the fans celebrated the team, the evolution of Arteta’s relationship with the fans, Saka’s perfect delivery for the goal, the atmosphere in Emirates Stadium, Arsenal's excellence in defending as a unit to see out 1-0 wins, Rice’s inspiring presence all season, Havertz’s incredible leap to score and whether he was lucky not to be sent off.Plus, they respond to listener messages, discuss the title race and reflect on the journey that takes Arsenal to potentially one game away from the League title. If you like the panel’s song choices, check out the ‘Now that’s what I call Handbrake’ playlist on both Spotify and Apple Music and listen to them all there: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6cgJk1eJwQBmiUJlSFZMJN?si=pMHHbBb8S8Ky5LtlKp7pHw&pi=Rra8NSxDRVm58&nd=1&dlsi=62f2d7c1c10045acApple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/playlist/now-thats-what-i-call-handbrake/pl.u-d2b00jZuDxWk6PProducer: Robby Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago46 min
What happens if Spurs actually get relegated?
James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to look ahead to the match against Burnley on Monday.The panel discuss Ben White’s injury, whether Jurrien Timber will make be fit in time for Champions League final, anticipation for the final home game of the season, the potential difficulties Burnley may pose and the title race going into the final week of the season.Plus, they respond to listener messages, pay tribute to Beth Mead as she played her final game at Emirates Stadium for Arsenal Women and we hear from Michael in San Francisco in this week’s instalment of ‘Up Your Arsenal’.If you like the panel’s song choices, check out the ‘Now that’s what I call Handbrake’ playlist on both Spotify and Apple Music and listen to them all there: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6cgJk1eJwQBmiUJlSFZMJN?si=pMHHbBb8S8Ky5LtlKp7pHw&pi=Rra8NSxDRVm58&nd=1&dlsi=62f2d7c1c10045acApple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/playlist/now-thats-what-i-call-handbrake/pl.u-d2b00jZuDxWk6PProducer: Robby Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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