Arseblog Arsecast, The Arsenal Podcast

Arsecast Extra Episode 250 - 30.09.2018

30 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's landmark 250th episode of the podcast, we look back at the 2-0 win over Watford, the seventh successive win in all competitions, and en...

Episode 494 - Rambo to go?

28 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by Philippe Auclair to get his thoughts on the early stages of the Unai Emery regime, the various conundrums the manage...

Arsecast Extra Episode 249 - 24.09.2018

24 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show we celebrate the first clean sheet of the season in the 2-0 win over Everton. Petr Cech was the man of the match, the front four c...

Episode 493 - Learning to run

21 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by Amy Lawrence to discuss the 4-2 over FC Vorskla and the Europa League in general. We also chat about the new boss, t...

Arsecast Extra Episode 248 - 17.09.2018

17 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show discussion of Saturday's 2-1, post-Interlull, win over Newcastle. After an unconvincing first half, the Gunners found their groove...

Episode 492 - Time for Torreira, please?!

14 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I'm still away on holidays, but the Premier League waits for no man and the people need a podcast to welcome back football after the Internet. So, Jam...

Arsecast Extra Episode 247 - 10.09.2018

10 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's Interlull show we have some connection issues between Spain and London, but we just about manage to discuss the international games, th...

Episode 491 - Liam Brady

07 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Liam Brady is one of the greatest players ever to play for Arsenal, and as a young Irish lad, I enjoyed the fact he was such an important player for u...

Arsecast Extra Episode 246 - 03.09.2018

03 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show we look back at the 3-2 win over Cardiff, the fine performance from Alexandre Lacazette, some good fouling from the Gunners, the a...

Episode 490 - What is it with Mesut?

31 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by Andrew Allen and Tim Stillman to discuss Mesut Ozil, his time at the club in general, his recent difficulties, and w...

Arsecast Extra Episode 245 - 27.08.2018

27 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show we look back at our first win of the season, beating West Ham 3-1 on Saturday. Three points are obviously very welcome, but Unai E...

Episode 489 - Alan Smith

24 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I chat with former Gunner Alan Smith as he celebrates the release of his new book 'Heads up - My life story'. We discuss how the b...

Arsecast Extra Episode 244 - 20.08.2018

20 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's podcast we look back at the 3-2 defeat to Chelsea where despite some encouraging attacking signs, our defensive weaknesses cost us any ...

Episode 488 - Social media un-Cech-d

17 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I chat with Jack Pitt Brooke of the Independent about Matteo Guendouzi, his rise to prominence, where he came from, what kind of a...

Arsecast Extra Episode 243 - 13.08.2018

13 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

So the Unai Emery era has begun, and not unexpectedly Man City were too strong for us. We discuss the match, the performance, the new style of play, a...

Episode 487 - New Season Preview 2

10 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This is the second of our new season preview episodes and in this one I have a chat with Tayo Popoola about what's to come, starting with Man City on ...

Episode 486 - New Season Preview 1

10 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this first of two pre-season podcast episodes, I chat with Ken Early from Second Captains about the dawn of a new Premier League campaign, how quic...

Episode 485 - Stan and Deliver

07 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's a special bonus Arsecast following the news that Alisher Usmanov has agreed to sell his stake in the club to Stan Kroenke – ultimately giving h...

Arsecast Extra Episode 242 - 06.08.2018

06 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show, now that our pre-season preparations are complete, we discuss and analyse the readiness of the team for the opening game against ...

Episode 484 - A Real Douzi ...

03 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show a good whack of waffle from me about Arsenal in Dublin, a few snippets of info I picked up along the way, plus thoughts on the tea...

Arsecast Extra Episode 241 - 30.07.2018

30 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show we discuss the two games in Singapore against Atletico Madrid and PSG, some of the players who have caught in the eye – includin...

Episode 483 - Tunnel Area

27 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I chat with Tim Stillman about the game in Singapore, the Aaron Ramsey situation, and the strange goings-on involving Ivan Gazidis...

Arsecast Extra Episode 240 - 23.07.2018

23 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show a pre-season round-up as the team heads to Singapore to play PSG and Atletico Madrid. We talk about the tour squad, a potential ne...

Episode 482 - No falling piano

20 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is a call-in show recorded last night and I chat to Arsenal fans about all kinds of things including the future of Aaron Ramsey, Lucas...

Episode 481 - Philippe Senderos

18 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you're a long-term reader/listener to Arseblog, you'll know that I always had a real soft spot for Philippe Senderos. His Arsenal career didn't wor...

Arsecast Extra Episode 239 - 16.07.2018

16 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What did we learn from Arsenal's 8-0 win over Boreham Wood FC at the weekend? Not a lot in truth, other than James doesn't know how to pronounce the n...

Episode 480 - Midfield matters

13 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Joining me on the show this week are Tim Stillman and Andrew Allen, and we start with World Cup discussion after England's journey came to an end. How...

Arsecast Extra Episode 238 - 09.07.2018

09 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

England are into the semi-final of the World Cup and James is excited. We chat about their tournament, and assess their chances of going all the way. ...

Arsecast Extra Episode 237 - 02.07.2018

02 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The World Cup continues with shocks, drama, excitement, penalty shoot-outs and more. We chat about the goings-on, an impressive performance from rumou...

Episode 479 - Car door terror

29 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There's not a lot of Arsenal news this week, but here's a podcast anyway. I'm joined by Tim Stillman to chat about the World Cup, Brazil's chances of ...

Arsecast Extra Episode 236 - 25.06.2018

25 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show more World Cup chat, Mesut Ozil and Alex Iwobi are dropped, Xhaka scores a banger but might end up in trouble with FIFA for his celebr...

Episode 478 - Jack gets Bernd, Iceland at the World Cup

22 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show I chat with James from Gunnerblog about the arrival of new goalkeeper Bernd Leno, the departure of Jack Wilshere, our transfer busines...

Arsecast Extra Episode 235 - 18.06.2018

18 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The World Cup is underway and that's the main focus of today's podcast, but with a close look at the Arsenal players taking part and how things are go...

Episode 477 - My name is Lucas

15 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

With the signing of Uruguayan midfielder Lucas Torreira said to be near completion, I'm joined by James Horncastle who gives us some insight into the ...

Arsecast Extra Episode 234 - 11.06.2018

11 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This podcast begins with a discussion about sawing off your own arm, which tells you how quiet things are at the moment. Nevertheless, we discuss Toma...

Episode 476 - Setting things off

08 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show I chat to Paolo Bandini about the signing of 34 year old Stephan Lichtsteiner who joins after seven successful years with Juventus. Wh...

Arsecast Extra Episode 233 - 04.06.2018

04 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a quiet week but we still have some aural pleasure for you as we – with the help of your questions – chat about the Arsenal legends and ...

Episode 475 - Telephone calls (and some Skype calls too)

01 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today's show is a call-in show, recorded last night. I answered calls at random and spoke to Arsenal fans about all kinds of things, including hopes a...

Arsecast Extra Episode 232 - 29.05.2018

29 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show we reflect on the week since the announcement of Unai Emery taking over as head coach, with some thoughts about hopes about what t...

Episode 474 - Unai Emery arrives

24 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal appointed a new head coach, Unai Emery, on Wednesday. The Spaniard's name was barely mentioned, but he's going to be the man tasked with bring...

Arsecast Extra Episode 231 (LIVE!) - 22.05.2018

22 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

So this episode was recorded live at Union Chapel last night, and during the first half of the show we discussed lots of things but also the future on...

Episode 473 - Mikel Arseteta

18 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show we have a round-table discussion about the final game of the season and the season as a whole, including Arsene Wenger's departure and...

Arsecast Extra Episode 230 - 14.05.2018

14 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Arsene Wenger took charge of his final game as Arsenal manager yesterday, a 1-0 win over Huddersfield which is discussed briefly, but the main chat is...

Episode 472 - Arsene's last hurrah

11 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This is a bit of a strange one: the last ever Arsecast with Arsene Wenger as manager. He's been a constant throughout the lifetime of this show, so I ...

Arsecast Extra Episode 229 - 07.05.2018

07 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

James is away this week, so I called over to Tayo Popoola's house to record this week's show. Over pastries and prosecco, we discuss the emotional day...

Episode 471 - No fairy tale ending for Arsene

04 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Defeat at the Wanda Metropolitano means there's no fairy tale ending for Arsene Wenger, nor any silverware for Arsenal this season. Diego Costa's goal...

Arsecast Extra Episode 228 - 30.04.2018

30 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Defeat to Manchester United but a day from which we can draw some positives, not least the performances of some of the young players sent out at Old T...

Arsecast Extra Episode 227 - 27.04.2018

27 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It was so close to being a great European night, but a late defensive slip-up allowed 10 man Atletico Madrid to grab an equaliser. James and I chat ab...

Episode 470 - Atletico Madrid, Sanllehi and Enrique

25 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Here's an super extra bonus Arsecast ahead of tomorrow's Europa League semi-final first leg against Atletico Madrid. I chat with Spanish based journal...

Arsecast Extra Episode 226 - 23.04.2018

23 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The 4-1 win over West Ham was enjoyable, but not the main event as we still come to terms with the news that Arsene Wenger will be leaving the club at...

Episode 469 - Arsene calls it quits

20 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Two podcasts in one day, but this is no ordinary day. Earlier, Arsene Wenger announced his intention to leave the club at the end of the season, and i...

Episode 468 - Tickets, Europe, Stuff and Things

20 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

After a slow Arsenal news week, this episode begins with Daniel Storey of Football 365, and we look back on the Premier League season as a whole after...

Arsecast Extra Episode 225 - 16.04.2018

16 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show we look back at the 2-1 defeat to Newcastle which simply adds to our abysmal away record, chat about our defending, or lack of it,...

Episode 467 - The Nenny

13 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I chat to ESPN's Arsenal correspondent Mattias Karen about Arsenal's 2-2 draw against CSKA Moscow which helped ensure qualificatio...

Arsecast Extra Episode 224 - 09.04.2018

09 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's another goodly morning as we discuss the 3-2 win over Southampton yesterday, the contributions of both Danny Welbeck and Alex Iwobi who had very ...

Arsecast Extra Episode 223 - 06.04.2018

06 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this extra Arsecast Extra we discuss the very enjoyable 4-1 win over CSKA Moscow in the Europa League, in particular the incredible goal scored by ...

Arsecast Extra Episode 222 - 02.04.2018

02 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Football is back and we enjoy beating Stoke if not everything that came before. We chat about the performance, the result, why criticism of Aubameyang...

Episode 466 - The Never Ending Story

30 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I chat to Rory Smith of the New York Times about Jack Wilshere, his England situation, and how his contract impasse at Arsenal cou...

Arsecast Extra Episode 221 - 26.03.2018

26 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's the Interlull so we muddle through with a podcast touching on some of the international action, Arsene Wenger and his future tied to how far we g...

Episode 465 - The phone-y one

23 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There wasn't a lot going on this week because of the Interlull, leaving us short of Arsenal stuff to talk about, so last night I did a phone-in show, ...

Arsecast Extra Episode 220 - 19.03.2018

19 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There's not a lot going on in the Arsenal world right now, but that's never stopped us producing a podcast before. There's football chatter, intersper...

Arsecast Extra Episode 219 - 16.03.2018

16 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal are through to the quarter-finals of the Europa League after a 5-1 aggregate win, and a 3-1 victory in the second leg. We discuss the convinci...

Arsecast Extra Episode 218 - 12.03.2018

12 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Two wins in a week, Mr Arse Ambassador, with these results you are really spoiling us. James and I get tucked into the Watford win, the deliciousness ...

Episode 464 - Sometimes maybe good

09 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show we enjoy a long overdue win and with me to discuss the 2-0 Europa League triumph over AC Milan is Paolo Bandini. We chat about a m...

Arsecast Extra Episode 217 - 05.03.2018

05 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show we consider the 2-1 away defeat to Brighton, the lack of performance from the players and the manager's inability to turn things a...

Episode 463 - Itchy and Scratchy

02 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I chat with a very cold Andrew Allen immediately after the 3-0 defeat to Man City on Thursday night and discuss what was a strange...

Arseblog launches on Patreon - an explanation

27 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, on the 16th birthday of the site, Arseblog has launched on Patreon, which is a subscription service. Why are we doing it? Does it affect the re...

Arsecast Extra Episode 216 - 26.02.2018

26 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's show we look back on a disappointing day at Wembley which saw Arsenal lose the Carabao Cup final 3-0 to Man City. We discuss the perfor...

Arsecast Extra Episode 215 - 23.02.2018

23 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this extra Arsecast Extra we look back at the 2-1 Europa League defeat to Östersunds FK, a lacklustre performance from an unprepared side, but one...

Arsecast Extra Episode 214 - 19.02.2018

19 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There's not a lot of Arsenal to discuss this week but we still have a good show for you, discussing things as diverse as Hector Bellerin at the Oxford...

Episode 462 - Captain Dave and his penalty save

16 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show, recorded immediately after the 3-0 win over Östersunds FK in the Europa League last night, I'm joined by Andrew Allen and Tim from @...

Arsecast Extra Episode 213 - 12.02.2018

12 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's show we look back at the 1-0 defeat to Sp*rs and talk about how the vagaries of football could have seen us nick something from the gam...

Episode 461 - Diving and stuff

09 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In today's bumper edition of the show I chat with Amy Lawrence about all the January changes and Arsenal's new look attack. What now for Alexandre Lac...

Arsecast Extra Episode 212 - 05.02.2018

05 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode James and I battle the very Internet itself as we try to stay connected to discuss the 5-1 win over Everton on Saturday. We cha...

Episode 460 - David Ornstein on the January transfer window

02 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

By any standards Arsenal have had a remarkable January transfer window. It's been a long way from signing Kim Kallstrom, that's for sure, and with me ...

Arsecast Extra Episode 211 - 01.02.2018

01 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

James returns from his travels with – no surprise here – news of misfortune falling him on his trip. We try and make sense of what has been a rema...

Episode 459 - Ian Wright

29 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We'll have an Arsecast Extra for you later in the week as James returns from his travels, but in the meantime I hope you'll enjoy another conversation...

Episode 458 - Ivan's Transfer Dream Team

26 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's show I'm joined by the legendary Goonerholic, and James from We Are the Northbank, for a good chat about beating Chelsea and making to ...

Arsecast Extra Episode 210 - 22.01.2018

22 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by guest host Tayo Popoola (@DJTayo) to look back on the very enjoyable 4-1 win over Crystal Palace. We chat about the ...

Episode 457 - Crazy Transfer Mayhem Madness!

19 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a week of transfer mayhem, with Theo Walcott sold to Everton, the potential Alexis Sanchez - Henrikh Myhitaryan swap, Pierre Emerick-Aubamey...

Arsecast Extra Episode 209 - 15.01.2018

15 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by guest host JB (@gunnerpunner) to pore over another poor day away from home after Arsenal went down 2-1 to Bournemout...

Episode 456 - There's a brand new dance

12 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In a week when Hector Bellerin's sartorial choices made as many headlines as anything else, I'm joined by the Man from East Lower (@eastlower) to disc...

Arsecast Extra Episode 208 - 08.01.2018

08 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by guest host Elliot Smith @YankeeGunner, to discuss the 4-2 defeat to Nottingham Forest and the third round exit from ...

Episode 455 - No case for the defence

05 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I chat with Dan Levy about the Chelsea game in midweek, our obvious defensive issues and the manager's inability to solve them, wh...

Arsecast Extra Episode 207 - 01.01.2018

01 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this first Arsecast Extra of 2018, I'm joined by Andrew Allen to discuss the 1-1 draw with West Brom on New Year's Eve, the Arsenal performance, an...

Arsecast Extra Episode 206 - 29.12.2017

29 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show we look back at the 3-2 win over Crystal Palace, a rare away win, and a very welcome return to form for Alexis Sanchez. We chat ab...

Episode 454 - Alexis and the Mugsmashers

22 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This week I chat with Tim Stillman ahead of the Liverpool game, discussing the possible defensive system we'll use, and whether Ainsley Maitland-Niles...

Arsecast Extra Episode 205 - 18.12.2017

18 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show: Mesut Ozil's sumptuous volley gave us a 1-0 win over Newcastle, but what was the thinking behind his position deeper in midfield?...

EPISODE 453 - Third Choice

15 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This week I chat with Chief Soccer Correspondent for the New York Times, Rory Smith, about Arsenal's midweek draw against West Ham, the manager's stru...

Arsecast Extra Episode 204 - 11.12.2017

11 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show we look back on the disappointing 1-1 draw with Southampton, and what was another careless opening from Arsenal. We discuss the lack o...

Episode 452 - Overcrowding

08 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I chat with James from @gunnerblog about the 6-0 win over BATE Borisov, some redemption for the likes of Mathieu Debuchy and Theo ...

Arsecast Extra Episode 203 - 04.12.2017

04 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This week's show was recorded in Dublin with James and an extra Extra guest, Andrew Allen. We look back on the weekend's game against Man United, the ...

Episode 451 - The Ferryman

01 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by Philippe Auclair to discuss the 5-0 win over Huddersfield, the beauty of Arsenal's goals, and Mesut Ozil's contribut...

Arsecast Extra Episode 202 - 27.11.2017

27 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This week we discuss yet another injury time win over Burnley, what a lovely man Lee Mason is, and how the outrage of the opposition fans was like swe...

Episode 450 - The teacup of tribalism

24 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners will be glad to hear that there's some, but relatively little, discussion of last night's 1-0 defeat to Cologne in the Europa League. There'...

Arsecast Extra Episode 201 - 20.11.2017

20 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we steady ourselves after that incredible power shift that ... oh, wait, that didn't happen. We discuss the very enjoyable 2-0 win ...

Episode 449 - What a magic

17 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by the one and only Ian Wright to discuss the upcoming North London derby against the old enemy. Ian chats about his fe...

Arsecast Extra Episode 200 - 13.11.2017

13 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is the 200th Arsecast Extra, and thankfully for us it's come at a time when there's so much to discuss from an Arsenal point of view a...

Episode 448 - Dara Ó Briain

10 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's show I chat with Dara Ó Briain, comedian, TV ever-present, science bloke, hat wearer, and, of course, Arsenal fan. He's in Dublin with...

Arsecast Extra Episode 199 - 07.11.2017

07 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show, we look back at the 3-1 defeat to Man City which took place in the distant jet-lagged past. From team selection and a lack of Lac...