Arseblog Arsecast, The Arsenal Podcast

Episode 657 - Slugs in the garden

10 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show I'm joined by Andrew Allen and Clive Palmer to discuss Arsenal's recent results, lack of goals and what we can do about that. There's ...

Arsecast Extra Episode 445 - 07.12.2021

07 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the 2-1 defeat to Everton at Goodison Park. We talk about the team selection, the return of Granit Xhaka, and the terrible ...

Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 36: Cup Final therapy and Barca preview ft. Lotte Wubben-Moy

07 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Alex rake over the coals of a painful Cup Final defeat to Chelsea, with a focus on the poor def...

Episode 656 - An opportunity missed

03 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show the focus is on last night's 3-2 defeat to Man Utd. I'm joined by Phil Costa and Ryan Hunn to discuss team selection; going ahead then...

Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 35: FA Cup Final preview ft. Steph Catley and Noelle Maritz

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this bonus episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim talks to Arsenal left-back Steph Catley ahead of the showpiece game about her difficult first...

Arsecast Extra Episode 444 - 29.11.2021

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we look back on the 2-0 win over Newcastle at the Emirates on Saturday. We discuss Mikel Arteta's selection decisions, a frustrating f...

Episode 655 - Executive level

26 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by Tim Stillman to talk about the interview with Arsenal's Director of Football Operations Richard Garlick, the correla...

Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 34: November mailbag

25 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tim Stillman and Alex Ibaceta get together to answer listener questions from Twitter, including, whether teams are getting a little wiser to Jonas Eid...

Arsecast Extra Episode 443 - 22.11.2021

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we look back on the 4-0 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield, discussing the team selection decisions Mikel Arteta made, the touchline spat ...

Episode 654 - Pocket of positivity

19 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by Jim Campbell of the Football Ramble to shoot the Arsenal breeze. We talk about the positive moment we find ourselves...

Arsecast Extra Episode 442 - 15.11.2021

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this Interlull episode, James and I discuss the 442 formation and our own abilities to play all the various positions. There's also chat about the ...

Episode 653 - CEO of Narrative

12 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I chat to Daniel Storey, Chief Football Writer for the iPaper, about football and social media, influence over fans, PR and brand ...

The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 33: Sky's the limit

11 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Alex speak to some senior figures at Sky Sports about the groundbreaking rights deal that saw t...

Arsecast Extra Episode 441 - 08.11.2021

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we look back at the 1-0 win over Watford at the Emirates yesterday, continuing our recent run of good results. There's some focus on m...

Episode 652 - Looking back (v2)

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

NOTE: This an updated version, one was released previously, but with an error. Please download again if you got the earlier version.In this episode I ...

Arsecast Extra Episode 440 - 01.11.2021

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we look back at the 2-0 win over Leicester at the weekend. We discuss Arsenal starting games brightly, chat about the two early goals,...

The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 32: October mailbag

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tim, Pippa and Alex get together for the October mailbag edition of the Arsenal Women Arsecast. The panel answer questions on the midfield- specifical...

Episode 651 - Safe Hands

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I have a lovely chat with legendary former keeper David Seaman. We chat about the recent work he's been doing at the club, the evoluti...

Arsecast Extra Episode 439 - 24.10.2021

24 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we look back at the very enjoyable 3-1 win over Aston Villa on Friday night, and a performance which had everything that was missing f...

Episode 650 - Handbrake heartache

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I'm joined by Andrew Allen and Ryan Hunn to discuss Arsenal in the wake of the Crystal Palace game. We chat about issues of identity a...

Arsecast Extra Episode 438 - 19.10.2021

19 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we look back at the 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace on Monday night. We chat about the bright start but the inability to build on it, the...

Episode 649 - Two captain managers

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I'm joined by the Man from East Lower to chat about the season so far, Emile Smith Rowe, Bukayo Saka, Thomas Partey, the return of Pat...

Arsecast Extra Episode 437 - 11.10.2021

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this Interlull episode we begin by talking about a couple of goalscoring Gooners, before the conversation switches to the inevitable: the Newcastle...

Episode 648 - Overtake

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat to Clive Palmer about the Saudi led takeover of Newcastle, the way football has been run to get to this point, whether anything...

Arsecast Extra Episode 436 - 04.10.2021

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we look back at the 0-0 draw with Brighton on Saturday, in which too many of our key players didn't perform at the level required. We ...

The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 31: Barcelona preview pod

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a brand new episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, the number one podcast about Arsenal Women.Arsenal Women play away at defending European...

Episode 647 - Still a great day

01 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I'm joined by Nick Ames of The Guardian to discuss the impact of Emile Smith Rowe and Bukayo Saka in the North London derby; what Mike...

Arsecast Extra Episode 435 - 27.09.2021

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

James is is back from his holidays on what is a very goodly morning following the 3-1 win in the North London derby. There's a flavour of the atmosphe...

Episode 646 - Arsenal not found

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Only those inside the Emirates on Wednesday night got to see Arsenal's 3-0 win over AFC Wimbledon in full, because there was no live TV coverage anywh...

Arsecast Extra Episode 434 - 20.09.2021

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

James is away on holidays so for this episode I'm joined by Tayo Popoola ... who is also on holidays, to discuss our hard-fought 1-0 win over Burnley ...

Episode 645 - Refereeing fluidity

17 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by Rory Smith of the New York Times to talk about the new edict to referees from on high for them to 'let it flow'. Is ...

The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 30: September Mailbag

15 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tim Stillman and Alex Ibaceta chat about Arsenal's perfect start to life under Jonas Eidevall with six wins from six games and react to the draw for t...

Arsecast Extra Episode 433 - 13.09.2021

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

At long last it's a Goodly Morning as James and I discuss the 1-0 win over Norwich at the Emirates on Saturday. It wasn't perfect, but there were thin...

Episode 644 - Clean Slate

10 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by Charles Watts to discuss the post-Interlull requirements for Arsenal - start scoring, and start winning. We chat abo...

Arsecast Extra Episode 432 - 06.09.2021

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode James and I enjoy some Interlull chats about the various bits and bobs that have been going on, including Arsenal Women winning, Bukay...

The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 29: Oh Tobin a-Gooner!

04 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast is all about the signing of USWNT star Tobin Heath. First of all, Tim talks to Gunners boss Jonas Eidevall ...

Episode 643 - That was the window that was

03 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's a bumper edition of the show this week as I'm joined first by Phil Costa to profile deadline day signing Takehiro Tomiyasu, his strengths and wea...

Arsecast Extra Episode 431 - 30.08.2021

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode James and I discuss the disastrous 5-0 defeat to Man City on Saturday. We talk about our emotional reaction the game and the performan...

Episode 642 - Real life reaction

27 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by Tim Stillman to talk about the 6-0 over West Brom on Wednesday, chatting first about Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's hat...

Arsecast Extra Episode 430 - 23.08.2021

23 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode James and I discuss the second consecutive defeat of the season after we went down 2-0 to Chelsea at the Emirates. What is expectation...

Episode 641 - Odegaard back, Arteta backed

20 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by Simon Collings of the Evening Standard to talk about the impending signings of Martin Odegaard and Aaron Ramsdale; h...

Arsecast Extra Episode 429 - 15.08.2021

15 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode James and I discuss the disappointing opening game of the new Premier League season after Arsenal were beaten 2-0 by Brentford. We cha...

Episode 640 - Season Preview 2021-22

13 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we preview the brand new Premier League season which starts tonight against Brentford. My guests are Phil Costa and Andrew Allen, and ...

Episode 639 - Eat the liver

11 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus episode, we carry on our tradition of chatting to Ken Early of Second Captains on the eve of a new season. We discuss Lionel Messi's mov...

Episode 638 - The Champ and The Chump

10 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus Arsecast episode, I'm joined by James – not to talk about Arsenal, but the release of his brand new book: The Champ and The Chump. His...

The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 28: The August Mailbag

10 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim Stillman and Alex Ibaceta answer listener questions submitted on Twitter on Arsenal's summer transf...

Arsecast Extra Episode 428 - 09.08.2021

09 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode James and I discuss the final game of pre-season, looking first at the positive contributions from new signings Albert Sambi Lokonga a...

Episode 637 - Statements

06 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For today's show, we have two guests who have to respond to statements I put to them (this is a format Patreon members will be familiar with). They ha...

Arsecast Extra Episode 427 - 02.08.2021

02 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode James and I chat about the pre-season game against Chelsea, and some of the key takeaways from that, including our first look at £50m...

Episode 636 - Submissive Greedy Horses

30 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by Dan Critchlow of the Daily Cannon to talk about the latest from pre-season, including two 4-1 wins over Millwall and...

Arsecast Extra Episode 426 - 26.07.2021

26 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode James and I chat about pre-season, and in particular the new deal for Emile Smith Rowe, what it means that he's taken the number 10, a...

Episode 635: Triple Header

23 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week's show is a triple header in terms of guests. First up, I'm joined by Eleven Sports' Belgian Pro League commentator (and Arsenal fan) Michae...

Arsecast Extra Episode 425 - 19.07.2021

19 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode James and I chat about our pre-season games in Scotland, in particular the 2-2 draw with Rangers in which we got our first goalscoring...

Episode 634 - Perfect 10

16 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I chat to Andrew Allen about our first pre-season game – the 2-1 defeat to Hibs – as well as answering questions from Patreon ...

The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 27: Olympic Preview Part 2- Team GB and Japan

15 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast the panel preview the chances of Team GB and Japan in the women's football tournament at this summer's O...

The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 26 - Olympic Preview Part 1: Netherlands and Australia

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast the panel look ahead to the Olympic games which start later this month and preview the four teams with A...

Arsecast Extra Extra: Euro 2020 final aftermath

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this short bonus episode, James and I chat about the final of Euro 2020, which saw Italy beat England on penalties. From an Arsenal perspective, it...

Arsecast Extra Episode 424 - 11.07.2021

11 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode James and I chat about the final of Euro 2020 between England and Italy, Bukayo Saka's participation, and how it's a game that's too c...

Episode 633 - Home or Rome?

09 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by James Benge to chat Euro 2020 and the fact that Bukayo Saka's England have made it through the final against Italy. ...

Arsecast Extra Episode 423 - 05.07.2021

05 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode James and I chat about Euro 2020, the focus on supposed Italian cynicism, and look forward to the semi-finals, before we discuss the d...

The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 25 – SOS Jonas

04 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, attention turns to the appointment of new Head Coach Jonas Eidevall. Tim and Alex talk to Arsenal quad...

Episode 632 - Encouragement?

02 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm Tim Stillman to discuss the appointment of Jonas Eidevall as the new Head Coach of the Arsenal Women. We ask if the way this d...

Arsecast Extra Episode 422 - 28.06.2021

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode James and I discuss the latest goings-on at Euro 2020, some of the stand-out players, tournament stand-outs. Then we delve into the la...

Episode 631: Super Saka, sad Saliba?

25 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I'm joined by Charles Watts of Goal to talk about Bukayo Saka's impressive performance for England at Euro 2020, the William Salib...

Arsecast Extra Episode 421 - 20.06.2021

20 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this Sunday episode of the show, James and I discuss what's been going on at the Euros, England's draw with Scotland, coaches being conservative ra...

Episode 630 - Walking down Maddison

18 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I chat to Lewis Ambrose about the European Championships, links to certain players, the lack of Arsenal involvement, and whether t...

Arsecast Extra Episode 420 - 14.06.2021

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we start off with chat about the European Championships. James was at Wembley to see England beat Croatia, there's discussion of some ...

Episode 629 - Left Field

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show I chat to Clive Palmer about the transfer window ahead, what the work we do will tell us about the people doing it and the directi...

Arsecast Extra Episode 419 - 07.06.2021

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we chat about the reaction to Arsenal 'missing out' on Emi Buendia, as the Norwich man is set to join Aston Villa. We examine why it f...

Episode 628 - Squad depth

04 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose to discuss the issue of squad depth. With no Europe next season, how far do we need to trim the numbers –...

Arsecast Extra Episode 418 - 31.05.2021

31 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we chat about the European finals that took place over the last week, instilling a winning culture at a club, being smarter with resou...

Episode 627 - Event management

28 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I'm joined by Amy Lawrence to discuss the season just gone. If it felt surreal for us, what was it like for the players? We chat about...

Episode 626 - Arsenal Women Season Review

26 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus episode I'm joined by Tim Stillman to review the 2020-21 season for Arsenal Women. We chat about the overall performance, some of the is...

Arsecast Extra Episode 417 - 24.05.2021

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we reflect on the 2-0 win over Brighton on the final day of the season, and bid a not particularly fond farewell to this campaign over...

Episode 625 - Final Day Stuff

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I'm joined by Chris Wheatley from Football London to discuss the 3-1 win over Crystal Palace, two goals for Nicolas Pepe, one for Gabr...

The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 24 - 50 years of the Women's FA Cup

19 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For the latest episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim talks to BBC journalist, broadcaster and commentator Chris Slegg about his and Patricia Greg...

Arsecast Extra Episode 416 - 17.05.2021

17 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss Leicester's win over Chelsea in the FA Cup final; the decision made over the future of David Luiz and whether the Brazilian...

Episode 624 - It's a culture thing

14 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I'm joined by James Benge to talk about Arsenal's 1-0 win over Chelsea in midweek, another stand-out performance from Emile Smith Rowe...

The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 23 - Did Arsenal hear Jill Roord?

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Alex take listener questions around summer signings and departures, discuss the news of Jill Ro...

Arsecast Extra Episode 415 - 10.05.2021

10 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the 3-1 win over West Brom which saw Bukayo Saka and Emile Smith Rowe shine, Nicolas Pepe score a belter, and Willian final...

Episode 623 - The end is here

07 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I'm joined by Tim Stillman and Tayo Popoola to talk about our elimination from the Europa League after the 0-0 draw with Villarreal la...

BONUS EPISODE: What the 'ek is going on?

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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Arsecast Extra Episode 414 - 02.05.2021

02 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the 2-0 win over Newcastle, the importance of David Luiz after his performance and injury and why more players can't do wha...

Arsecast Extra Episode 413 - 30.04.2021

30 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we dissect the 2-1 defeat to Villarreal in the Europa League semi-final. We chat about the deployment of Emile Smith Rowe as a 'False ...

Arsecast Extra Episode 412 - 25.04.2021

25 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we look back at Friday night's 1-0 defeat to Everton at the Emirates. Another game Arsenal shouldn't have dropped points in, but someh...

Episode 622 - Legacy Podcast

23 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat to Charles Watts of Goal about the crazy week we've all experienced with regard to the Super League announcement, and then coll...

Arsecast Extra Episode 411 - 19.04.2021

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is dominated by Arsenal's involvement in the proposed European Super League. We chat about how we feel about the plan itself, and the way...

Arsecast Extra Episode 410 - 16.04.2021

16 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we look back the impressive 4-0 win over Slavia Prague in the Europa League, focusing in particular on the impact of Bukayo Saka and E...

Arsecast Extra Episode 409 - 12.04.2021

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we enjoy the 3-0 win over Sheffield United, accepting fully that the opposition wasn't great. We chat about Granit Xhaka at left-back ...

Episode 621 - A perilous moment

09 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I'm joined by Philippe Auclair to talk about Arsenal's 1-1 draw with Slavia Prague in the Europa League. We discuss a disappointing re...

The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 22 - Arrivederci Joe

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Pippa are joined by new regular panellist Alex Ibaceta to discuss the news that Joe Montemurro ...

Arsecast Extra Episode 408 - 05.04.2021

05 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we look back at the dismal 3-0 defeat to Liverpool on Saturday. We were missing key players, but that's no excuse for such a limp, lif...

Episode 620 - Joe on the go

02 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I'm joined first by Tim Stillman to talk about the big news on the Arsenal Women front – the impending departure of head coach Joe M...

Arsecast Extra Episode 407 - 29.03.2021

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this Interlull episode there's not a lot going on from an Arsenal perspective, so we take a load of listener questions. Up for discussion, Martin O...

Episode 619 - The Partey partner

26 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I'm joined by James Benge and Clive Palmer to discuss a host of topics, including the demands being placed on players going on interna...

Arsecast Extra Episode 406 - 22.03.2021

22 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we try and make sense of yesterday's extraordinary 3-3 draw with West Ham. We chat about the vast chasm between how bad we can be and...

Episode 618 - Coke off what?!

19 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Arsenal's 1-0 defeat to Olympiacos is made less painful by the hilarity of Sp*rs getting knocked out of the Europa League despite taki...

The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 21 - Patten of play

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this month's episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim talks to Arsenal defender Anna Patten – @pattenanna – about her back story as an Arsena...

Arsecast Extra Episode 405 - 15.03.2021

15 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, it's a very goodly morning as we revel in the 2-1 win in the North London derby. After falling behind to a sheer fluke of a goal, Mar...

Arsecast Extra Episode 404 - 12.03.2021

12 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal's 3-1 win over Olympiacos in the Europa League was a great result, with three brilliant away goals, yet why did Mikel Arteta have a face like ...