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Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

The Athletic
Arsenal
Liverpool
Premier League
Mikel Arteta
Crystal Palace
Martin Ødegaard
Gabriel Jesus
Champions League
Emile Smith Rowe
Nottingham Forest
Kai Havertz
Arsenal Football Club
West Ham
Declan Rice
Brighton
FA Cup
Arsenal FC
Thomas Rosicky
Oleksandr Zinchenko
Aston Villa

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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Latest Episodes

Amy Lawrence and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to discuss Arsenal’s 3-2 victory away to Bournemouth on Saturday. 

The panel reflect on the teams’s ability to get tight victories over the line, players improving since arriving at Arsenal, the midfield ... more

Amy Lawrence, Art de Roché and James McNicholas join Ian Stone to discuss Arsenal’s 4-1 victory against Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night. 

The panel reflect on the freedom Arsenal played with in the second half, the two Martins r... more

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to discuss both Arsenal’s 2-1 win against Brighton at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday and their quarterfinal win against Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup last week.

The panel reflect on another nervy f... more

Welcome to a special Handbrake Off bonus episode featuring some of our favourite stories and questions from our new segment 'Up Your Arsenal'. 

We’ll be back with a regular podcast on Monday 29th December, where the panel will reflect on both Arsena... more

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Recent Guests

Mikel Arteta
Manager of Arsenal Football Club
Arsenal FC
Episode: Amy meets Arteta & Man United preview
Amy Lawrence
Sports journalist and commentator
The Athletic
Episode: Valiant Arsenal fall short in Paris
Tom Williams
Football journalist and French football specialist
Episode: The PSG Preview
David Ornstein
Football journalist and The Athletic's Arsenal correspondent
The Athletic
Episode: Andrea Berta: Who is Arsenal's incoming sporting director?
Martin Keown
Former professional footballer and commentator
TNT Sports
Episode: More Old Trafford misery & Keown drops in
Charlotte Harpur
The Athletic's journalist covering women's football
The Athletic
Episode: Eidevall’s exit & Bournemouth preview
Art de Roche
Reporter covering Arsenal Women's team
THEATHLETIC
Episode: Ever-growing maturity and experience nullifies City
Chris Sutton
Former footballer and pundit
Episode: West Ham away at a pivotal moment, here we go again
Oleksandr Zinchenko
Ukrainian footballer playing for Arsenal, formerly of Manchester City
Arsenal
Episode: Zinchenko exclusive & Forest preview

Hosts

Ian Stone
Comedian and host known for his humor and engaging personality, adept at balancing serious football analysis with lighthearted commentary.
Amy Lawrence
Sports journalist with extensive expertise on Arsenal Football Club, known for her insightful commentary and historical knowledge of the team.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Best Arsenal podcast

    Each of the contributors bring different perspectives, it’s always a great listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wallp68
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Ruined by gambling ads

    An otherwise decent podcast ruined by wall-to-wall gambling ads.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bus Stop Ratbag
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Second favourite only to Arsecast!

    Great podcast listen every week, love James, Ian, Adrian, Amy and Art - a message for you Art… incredible insight and career success for someone so young and clearly a bigger gooner than a lot of w*nkers making unnecessary comments.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Casparteta
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Gambling Sponsors

    Like the pod but gambling sponsors gives it a 1 star. Upsetting to constantly have the Athletic “shaking up football journalism” to some gambling sponsor’s latest “rewards shaker”.

    Drop the sponsor and you’ll get back up.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dougxyz123
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Good Listen for Arsenal Fans

    Like the mix of views which mostly positive. Well hosted with Ian who copes well with the panel and adds some good humour. Really like Amy’s stories about 70,80 and 90s Arsenal (even if at times she does get grumpy with Ian)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zimgooner
    United Kingdom3 months ago

Listeners Say

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The podcast is positioned as a leading source for Arsenal commentary, often favorably referenced against other football-related shows.
Several comments highlight a discontent with the frequency of advertisements, particularly those related to gambling, perceiving them as distracting from the content.
Listeners appreciate the mix of insightful analysis and humor from the hosts, making it a valuable resource for Arsenal fans.
Reviewers frequently mention the expertise and chemistry among the hosts, contributing to the lively discussions.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#15
United States/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#214
United States/Sports
Spotify
#40
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#234
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#13
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#26
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Arsenal’s improved disciplinary record & mailbag
Q: If all the players who are injured come back fit after the international break, who would you have starting and who's on the bench against Tottenham?
Trossard seems to be the player in form, so he would keep his place. However, Kai Havertz and Victor Gyokeres would share games moving forward.
Arsenal’s improved disciplinary record & mailbag
Q: How do you think the season would have transpired so far given Havertz injury if we'd signed Sesko instead of Gyokeres?
It's difficult to predict the impact a player would have on the team, but Gyokeres has helped towards the goal this season.
Dream Arsenal 5-a-side team & who’s been the standout summer signing?
Q: Who's been our best signing so far this summer?
Amy mentioned that there are a lot of contenders, but she finds Zubimendi to be interesting given his significant involvement and potential adaptation.
Mailbag: Madueke’s potential, Edu’s legacy, Arsenal acid jazz
Q: When will this team peak?
Opinions about the team's potential suggest they could peak in the next two years based on their age and squad construction.
Mailbag: Madueke’s potential, Edu’s legacy, Arsenal acid jazz
Q: Who's your favorite Brazilian player to have played for Arsenal?
Adrian mentions he loves Gabriel Magalhães for his personality and passion for defending, while Amy reflects on the connection that football brings worldwide.

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Focused on Arsenal Football Club, this podcast presents a mix of game analysis and expert insights from a diverse panel of hosts, including sports commentators and a comedian. Episodes frequently cover recent match performances, including detailed discussions surrounding individual players' contributions, tactical decisions, and the emotional stakes involved in the Premier League. Listener engagement is evident as the hosts share personal anecdotes and reflections, creating a sense of community among fans. Unique to this podcast is its combination of humorous banter with serious analysis, aiming to cater not just to die-hard Arsenal supporters but also to anyone interested in football culture.

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1. Mikel Arteta
2. Amy Lawrence
3. Tom Williams
4. David Ornstein
5. Martin Keown
6. Charlotte Harpur
7. Art de Roche
8. Chris Sutton

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