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The Gooner Talk

The Gooner Talk
Arsenal
Arsenal Football Club
Manchester City
Premier League
Bruno Guimarães
Vinícius Júnior
Mikel Arteta
Champions League
Newcastle United
World Cup
Real Madrid
Chelsea
Transfer Window
Julián Álvarez
Morgan Rogers
Christos Tzolis
Kai Havertz
Brighton & Hove Albion
Myles Lewis-Skelly
Transfer Market

The Gooner Talk is an Arsenal-specific channel focusing on post-match reaction shows, podcasts, transfer target breakdowns and ultimately level-headed chat about our beloved club.

This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Tom Canton. The views in this Podcast are not necessarily the views of talkSPORT.

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Latest Episodes

ARSENAL SUFFER A DOUBLE INJURY BLOW! Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Piero Hincapié and Martin Zubimendi will both miss tonight's Champions League clash with Lille after suffering ankle injuries in a post-match training session following the victory ... more

MANCHESTER CITY HAVE BEATEN LIVERPOOL 3-0 — BUT WHERE ARE THE SANCTIONS?!

Manchester City have maintained their perfect start to the Premier League season with an emphatic victory at Anfield, just weeks after an independent commission found the club... more

ARSENAL COME FROM BEHIND TO BEAT LEEDS UNITED 2-1! BRUNO GUIMARÃES WINS IT!

The Gunners return to winning ways at the Emirates Stadium as goals from Riccardo Calafiori and Bruno Guimarães complete a dramatic second-half comeback against Leeds United... more

MIKEL ARTETA SAYS HIS CONSCIENCE IS CLEAN! The Arsenal manager has faced questions about Manchester City's financial case and his time working under Pep Guardiola, while delivering a major seven-player fitness update ahead of today's Premier League c... more

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Paul Poz
Avid analyst from Arsenal Vision Podcast
Arsenal Vision Podcast
Episode: Emirates Stadium Expansion Halted? Tzolis Update, FA Weigh in on Man City Case - Arsenal News Show
Dimitris Manokos
Journalist covering Greek football transfer stories and injuries
Independent / Greek football press
Episode: Christos Tzolis INJURY?! Jurrien Timber & Martin Odegaard Updates - Arsenal News Show
Charn (Lower North Bank)
Photographer specializing in behind-the-scenes Arsenal photography
Arsenal / Club-created creators group
Episode: Behind the Curtain of Arsenal Imagery, Insight Into Capturing The Club & Players - ft LowerNorthBank
Andrew (Arseblog)
Arseblog, Arsenal commentator and blogger
arseblog.com
Episode: Arsenal Learn New Referee Error! Mikel Arteta Vindicated & Baffling VAR Decision ft Arseblog
Clive Palmer
Arsenal community figure and guest
Episode: Mikel Arteta AGREES To Extend Arsenal Stay! The Best Signing We Could Make! ft Clive
James Green
Sky News and Sky Sports News presenter
Sky
Episode: Konsa Better Than Saliba?! Arsenal Continue To Annoy The Haters & Sunderland Plans ft James Green
Dharmesh Sheth
From Sky Sports, football transfer expert
Sky Sports
Episode: Tom and Dharmesh Sheth discuss the latest on Vinicius Jr, Bruno Guimaraes and William Saliba's replacement
James B
Contributor from Goonerverse
Goonerverse
Episode: Christos Tzolis, William Saliba, Andrea Berta and Transfer Panic! Justified? - With James B from Goonerverse
Andrew Allen
Deputy editor of AskBlog
AskBlog
Episode: Should We Be Worried? Arsenal Transfer Window Special with Tom & Andrew Allen

Host

Tom Canton
Host of The Gooner Talk

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Tuned out

    Just a rehash of what you can find on the internet. Can’t understand how the presenter does listen to the comments about how he talks to the audience. Just lectures to the fanbase. Tuned out

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Cheating City
    United Kingdom16 days ago
  • Patronising twit

    The presenter has done well to get to where he has but he is so patronising. It's a tough listen

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    traderdan
    United Kingdom22 days ago
  • You're not James O'Brien

    It's quite awkward listening to the way Tom snaps at people sometimes. Level headed generally, with sensible, if luke warm opinions on The Arsenal. But comes across as quite condescending, even to people who's opinions I disagree with. It's just football!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    GGDCal
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Good podcast, let down by the host

    I used to listen to this podcast every day and kept giving the host the benefit of the doubt, but eventually it was one patronising lecture too many.

    Every few episodes the football takes a back seat while the audience gets another self-righteous monologue about how people should behave—usually with little or nothing to do with Arsenal. I listen for Arsenal, not to be lectured.

    The podcast constantly talks about positivity and respect, yet the tone often feels anything but: condescending, comb... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JoshC_83
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Top daily podcast for Arsenal news

    I love listening g to this everyday. Ts a great source of news!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    s durben
    United States3 months ago

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Some reviews note a confrontational tone that can feel combative to certain listeners.
Listeners appreciate the clear Arsenal focus and practical transfer insights.
The host's takes are strong and polarizing, but fans praise deep dives and daily updates.
Fans also highlight consistent effort and in-depth coverage as positives.
A subset miss more balanced debates and warmth in discussions.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#36
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#39
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Apple Podcasts
#75
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#173
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#69
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#152
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Harry Symeou & Tom Discuss The BIG Man City Story, Punishments & Arsenal Implications
Q: What was your initial emotion when the verdict came out?
The hosts discuss feeling wow and surprise, acknowledging it was hard to predict the verdict, and reflecting on the emotional and analytical responses as information evolved.
Have Injuries Improved? Brighton Threat & Properly Debating Players ft Elliot - Arsenal News Show
Q: What impact has Bruno Guimarães had on the midfield and overall balance of the team?
Bruno brings tempo, a progressive passing ability, and a dynamic presence that complements Rice and the attackers, creating a more balanced midfield and enabling Arsenal to press and move the ball with greater speed.
Have Injuries Improved? Brighton Threat & Properly Debating Players ft Elliot - Arsenal News Show
Q: Give me your highlight so far. Let's change that. Give me the thing that has most surprised you about Arsenal this season.
The most surprising aspect is how prepared and ready the team looked from the start, despite players returning late from the World Cup and a disrupted pre-season; the squad integrated new pieces seamlessly and hit the ground running.
Julian Alvarez Claims Rubbished! Gabriel Jesus Offered? Aston Villa Boost - Arsenal Transfer Show
Q: What percentage chance are you giving us on signing Alvarez?
The host expresses around a 60% chance, acknowledging uncertainty but leaning toward a move, with Chelsea and City also expressing interest.
Chelsea Approached Over Myles Lewis-Skelly Interest, Player Wants to Stay, Report Follow-Up - Arsenal Transfer Show
Q: Why wasn't the origin of the approach to Chelsea confirmed in the initial report?
Because the reporting process relies on well-placed sources and verification; while the fact of the approach was firmed up, the exact origin could not be confirmed at that time, and the host stresses that this kind of ambiguity can exist in transfer reporting.

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A vocal, Arsenal-focused show centered on transfer activity, match reactions, and squad strategy. Episodes frequently dissect youth prospects, high-profile targets, contract dynamics, and injury implications, often blending live audience input with analyst-style breakdowns. A notable throughline is balancing ambitious recruitment with market realities, while keeping debates engaging and accessible for dedicated AFC fans. The host's confident, opinionated style is a defining trait that fans either lean into for perspective or push back on for tone, but the deep dives into transfers and game context offer a distinctive, timely angle for listeners tracking Arsenal's moves.

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2. Dimitris Manokos
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4. Andrew (Arseblog)
5. Clive Palmer
6. James Green
7. Dharmesh Sheth
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