

Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show
The Athletic
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 18, 2023 • 41min
Arsenal break Goodison hoodoo ahead of Champions League return
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to look back on Arsenal's fairly boring win over Everton on Sunday evening.Whilst the goal from Leandro Trossard provided a moment of magic for Arsenal, discussions on the game are dominated by the Raya v Rambo debate, the VAR decision to rule out Gabriel Martinelli's goal, and how much time is required to take a corner.All that plus the snooker, darts, and an audio Mario Balotelli "Why always me?" moment.Remember, you're only as good as your last pod...Producer: Abi Paterson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 13, 2023 • 33min
Can Arsenal end their winless run at Goodison?
Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to look ahead to Arsenal's trip to Everton on Sunday.Plus, Declan Rice's presence and how he can help dominate 'moments', and what went wrong for Arsenal in the Women's Champions League.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 7, 2023 • 28min
Bukayo Saka: Arsenal and England’s starboy
There’s no doubt that Bukayo Saka is Arsenal and England’s starboy. The individual accolades have been piling up ever since his name first cropped up on the teamsheet. Listed for the FIFA Golden Boy Award in 2021, he is the back to back England Men’s Player of the Season, twice he has been awarded Arsenal Men’s Player of the Season, he's the PFA Young Player of the Year for 2022-23, and now FIFA Balon d'Or nominee 2023. In short the 22 year old’s career is on the up and up.Over the course of this podcast The Athletic looks back on Saka’s brief story so far. Topics include first impressions of Bukayo as a boy, his values, how a player goes from the Academy to professional player, comparisons with Arsenal legend David Rocastle, the aftermath of the Euro 2020 Final, and what his future holds.You will hear from former players Ian Wright and Adrian Clarke, Saka’s former coaches Greg Lincoln, Stephen Morrow, Andries Jonker, Arsenal administrator Lynn Chaney, and The Athletic’s Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas.Get ready to fall in love a little more with the Starboy.Written and produced by Abi PatersonSound mixing and production by Jay BealeInterviews by Amy Lawrence and James McNicholasAdditional production by Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 4, 2023 • 40min
96' reasons to love Declan Rice
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on the most dramatic of wins vs Manchester United, with Declan Rice scoring in the 96th minute. Plus, back to basics in defence, options up top, and sticking behind Kai. Produced by Jay Beale.For tickets to our first ever live show, head to the following link https://www.leicestersquaretheatre.com/handbrake-off/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 1, 2023 • 42min
Champions League draw, United preview, and deadline day deals
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone for a bumper episode covering all the topics around Arsenal this week.Including last night’s Champions League draw, cleaning up at the PFA Awards, looking ahead to Manchester United on Sunday and will there will be any last minute deals on deadline day?Plus, kidneys, swimming lessons, and cheese sacrifices, yes you read that correctly.Produced by Jay Beale.For live show tickets, head to the following link https://www.leicestersquaretheatre.com/handbrake-off/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 28, 2023 • 55min
Two points dropped and lessons in chemistry
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to work out what went wrong against Fulham for Arsenal to concede two eminently avoidable goals. The team discuss Thomas Partey's place in the line up, Kai Havertz against Fabio Vieira, and praise Eddie Nketiah whilst pondering why he didn't start.Plus all hail Bukayo Saka and his 83 consecutive Premier League starts, what could happen with ESR and say "hasta luego" to Kieran TierneyProduced by: Abi Paterson***Grab your EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal by going to https://nordvpn.com/handbrake to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 months for free! It’s completely risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 24, 2023 • 34min
Fulham preview & What does Havertz contribute?
Host Ian Stone is alongside Adrian Clarke and The Athletic’s Jordan Campbell to look ahead to Saturday’s game against Fulham.There’s also a debate around what summer signing Kai Havertz brings to the side, and the latest on transfers.Produced by Mike Stavrou.***Grab your EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal by going to https://nordvpn.com/handbrake to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 months for free! It’s completely risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 22, 2023 • 50min
Rolls-Royce Saliba, Lighthouse Rice
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on a heart-in-mouth, 10 man, 1-0 win at Selhurst Park. Declan Rice and William Saliba were particularly impressive as the Arsenal showed a resilience to hold on, taking all 3 points back to North London.Plus, Eddie everywhere, Øde from the spot, Saka's new song and our latest third kit.Produced by Jay Beale.***Grab your EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal by going to https://nordvpn.com/handbrake to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 months for free! It’s completely risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 17, 2023 • 35min
Options without Timber and Palace preview
Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Ian Stone, to discuss Mikel Arteta’s options with Jurrien Timber sidelined.Plus, a Crystal Palace preview and reminiscing of Thierry on his birthday.Produced by Jay Beale. ***This is a paid advertisement by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/hand and get on your way to being your best self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 14, 2023 • 49min
Turnstile Turmoil: New systems on and off the pitch
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to talk through Arsenal's opening Premier League win, against Nottingham Forest.Plus, the panel discuss the turnstile issues which caused the game to be delayed, Timber's injury and why we have to be patient.Produced by Jay Beale***This is a paid advertisement by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/hand and get on your way to being your best self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


