Arseblog - The Arsecasts, Arsenal Podcasts

On this show we discuss the reports of a new contract for Arsene Wenger, the manager's denials of that story, where it might have come from, and what might happen as he enters the final year of his current deal. We then answer questions about how many players will come and go and how much we'll spend, medical issues, characters in the dressing room, Stan Kroenke, great voices and our FIFA video game preferences.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's show we discuss the Danny Welbeck news as the striker is ruled out of action for 9 months with a knee injury. What does it mean for our transfer plans and what needs to be done this summer? We look at the fact Arsenal are now valued at $2bn, pick a Hollywood XI, re-enact two Arsenal players going to a social club, and do some lightning fast question and answers from as many listeners as we can.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's show we look at what happened last night between West Ham and Man Utd, and the goings on outside Upton Park - as well as highlighting a huge missed opportunity for Hammers. We chat about the links to Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka with reports of a €43m bid, promotion for the Arsenal 21s and a sweary captain thanking his teammates. We then look at some of the worst moments of the season, players who didn't meet expectations, poor performances, results, before answering a couple of questions, one of which is Grrrrrrrrrrrrreat!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's show we begin with a very interesting email sent by a listener that leaves James somewhat lost for words, and understandably so. We then chat about Theo Walcott's future as rumours grow about a summer departure, before touching on young midfielder Jon Toral. We then go through some of the best bits of the season, such as: Best goal, best player, best performance, best assist, funniest moment and more, including some chosen by listeners. And finally we answer a few questions, eventually deciding on the most delicious Arsenal player.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's show we look back at the 2-2 draw with Man City, goals from Alexis Sanchez and Olivier Giroud, the performance overall, the race for the top 3 or top 2, the possibility of overtaking Sp*rs and more. We then answer listeners questions about questioning Arsene Wenger, Calum Chambers, potential striking options this summer with comment on some of the players linked to us, and James tells a story about a stick which makes it somewhat amazing that he's still alive to do a podcast at all. There's also a big announcement about something different going on this week!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's show I'm joined by Amy Lawrence to discuss Leicester winning the league, how and why it happened, protests in the stadium during the Norwich game and what it might mean for Arsene Wenger. As well as that there's a competition to win some Robert Pires t-shirts, a look back at how Sp*rs lost the league in violent style, the Francis Coquelin parallel dimension theory, Arsene Wenger Hawkins, and lots of the usual waffle.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's show we discuss the 1-0 win over Norwich, the performance, the atmosphere/climate, Danny Welbeck's goal, Olivier Giroud's difficult period and, of course, the protests. We chat about the possible impact it had, the involvement levels, and more, before taking listener questions about Mohamed Elneny's passing, divisions between fans, Alexis Sanchez going down the tunnel after his substitution, Joel Campbell's future, the title race, chocolate testicles, and lots more. Today's show is sponsored by Cornerstone - visit cornerstone.co.uk/arseblog for discounts on shaving goodies!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's show, and with protest in the air, I chat with Tim Stillman about the campaign this weekend for supporters to show their displeasure at what's happening at Arsenal right now. We discuss the wide-ranging nature of it, what impact it might have, and the implications of it all. Aside from that there's the Angriest Man on Twitter, an interesting email about season tickets, a terrible real life experience, and all the usual waffle.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's show we dissect another disappointing showing, this time the 0-0 draw with Sunderland. Why did Olivier Giroud start? What has Joel Campbell done to be so ignored? What the hell was that from Theo Walcott? We chat about the manager, his pulling power come this summer, and then answer listener questions about fantasy signings, similarities to the end of the George Graham era, Arsene Wenger's position and beliefs, before rounding off with stuff about cold food and terrifying birds.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's show we dissect another disappointing showing, this time the 0-0 draw with Sunderland. Why did Olivier Giroud start? What has Joel Campbell done to be so ignored? What the hell was that from Theo Walcott? We chat about the manager, his pulling power come this summer, and then answer listener questions about fantasy signings, similarities to the end of the George Graham era, Arsene Wenger's position and beliefs, before rounding off with stuff about cold food and terrifying birds.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's Arsecast, and because it was all weird with Thursday night football, I chat with Philippe Auclair about Arsene Wenger and the situation at the club right now. We chat about the pressure Wenger is under, his role in eventual change, the club's ability to deal with a new manager, and more. After that I'm joined by Andrew Allen to discuss the West Brom game, the atmosphere, some Theo Walcott issues, and all the rest. I also give you the winners of the Danny Karbassiyoon book competition at last. And there's some of the usual waffle too for waffle fans.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's show we look back at the 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace yesterday, in terms of the performance, the goal we conceded, what it means in the context of what has been a dismal few months for the club, and for Arsene Wenger. We answer listeners questions about what needs to change, what a new manager might bring to the club, our extraordinary ambition, other sports to follow, and an in-depth discussion about the best crisps #jamonruffles.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's Arsecast I am beset by audio woes as the installation of new equipment reminds me to just leave stuff alone. Eventually I manage to talk to The Man from East Lower, and at some point we discuss football, the manager, what's left of this season and more. After that, I chat with Ted Knutson, founder of Stats Bomb, about the ever-increasing use of stats and data in football, from analysts to specific departments in clubs, and the growing influence it's having on the game itself.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's show we take a look back at the 3-3 draw with West Ham, and discuss why it was we let such a good situation slip. We look at the defending, lack of in-game management, leadership, and what Arsenal lack compared to other teams in this league. We also answer listener questions about our central defenders, on whether the season is 'over', the role of Steve Bould, wonder about a back room addition who could spark some life into us with half-time team talks, and lots more.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Right then, time for this week's Arsecast, and it's Danny heavy episode. After analysing some of Danny Mills' punditry, I'm joined by Danny Karbassiyoon, a man whose only Arsenal goal came when he left Mills in his wake at Man City in a Carling Cup game. We chat about his new book 'The Arsenal Yankee', his time at Arsenal and how his career was cut short by injury. We also discuss his move into scouting, how that changes your view of the game, finding talents like Joel Campbell and Gedion Zelalem, how you can be a top youth player and find the professional game more of a struggle, and lots more. Danny's book is out now, you can get all the details on the website thearsenalyankee.com, or follow him on Twitter @dkarbassiyoon. We've also got a couple of signed copies to give away in a competition and there's the usual waffle in there too, for all you waffle fans.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's show we look back at the rather nice 4-0 win over Watford, the contributions of Alexis and Alex Iwobi, the new midfield partnership of Coquelin and Elneny, and whether this was a performance enabled by the 'pressure being off'. We also discuss James' YouTube video in which he looks out of his mind as well as the young scamps giving him the finger in the background, before we answer listener's questions about doping in football, whether injured players should come back into the team when fit again, showboating, Ozil getting kicked up in the air, and lots more.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's show I'm joined by Goonerholic and NorthBankLower to chat about David Rocastle, the return of Premier League action and what it might take for something good to happen for Arsenal, as well as injury news, the Watford game and more. As well as that I get some lovely email, we have a cool new sponsor, and there's all the usual waffle in there too.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's Interlull edition of the show we decide that James ought to become a ship's captain so his friends marriages can become more convenient for him, and consider the possibility that spam email could be something it's not. We look at the English Arsenal players and their Euro 2016 chances, and round-up the other international action. Then we answer listener questions about Mesut Ozil who is a fish, the timing of this Interlull, Arsene Wenger, Lukaku, Xhaka, Aubameyang, and consider if we can sell a large inflatable object to Barcelona for £15m, amongst other things.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's show we look at the 2-0 win over Everton, impressive goals from Danny Welbeck and Alex Iwobi, and the impact of the latter and the trust shown in him by the manager. There's defensive and midfield improvement to talk about, and we do a Predictatron from the remaining fixtures to see where the title is going to end up (hat-tip @Arse2Mouse podcast). After that we answer listeners questions about banners, Arsene Wenger's comments about the fans, how to improve up front and if Zlatan Ibrahmovic is the man for the job, why young defenders rarely make it through the academy, and lots more.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On the show this week I look back at the midweek trip to Barcelona, with some location recordings, vox-pops and more from the European trip I got back from last night at 1am. Please excuse my voice, or lack of it, it's been a long couple of days, and a man coughed on me and gave me the plague. I'm also joined by Roger Bennett, one half of the excellent Men in Blazers to chat about that and, as he's an Everton fan, to look ahead to tomorrow's game. I get his thoughts on that, Everton, Arsenal and lots more. There's some of the usual waffle, but tiredness means not too much.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.