
Arseblog Arsecast, The Arsenal Podcast
The original Arsenal podcast - coming to you twice a week (usually Mondays and Fridays) with news, interviews, analysis, special guests, jokes and occasionally some really terrible songs.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblogSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Aug 3, 2022 • 1h
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 48: August mailbag
In this month’s Mailbag episode, Tim, Alex and Pippa get together to discuss the recently concluded European Championships and take listener questions on summer transfers, the legacy of the Euros and whether that will translate into increased crowds, Arsenal players that impressed the most at the tournament, predictions and hot takes for the season ahead, Nikita Parris’ imminent transfer to Manchester United and Beth Mead for the Ballon D’Or? And plenty more besides.You can follow Tim on Twitter @Stillberto : Pippa @pippa_monique : Alex @alexibaceta23Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 31, 2022 • 1h 42min
Arsecast Extra Episode 483 - 31.07.2022
In this episode we discuss the 6-0 win over Sevilla in the Emirates Cup on Saturday. There's discussion of an imposing looking defence and interesting full-back tactics, before focus turns further forward and just how thrilling the options up front look. We talk about Gabriel Jesus' hat-trick and what he's bringing to the team, Bukayo Saka, and Gabriel Martinelli who was brilliant and selfless. We also chat about Martin Odegaard and the fact he's the new captain, as well as answering listener questions about William Saliba, potential departures and how we have to get used to the idea of selling players we like, Reiss Nelson's future, Rob Holding, Emile Smith Rowe and loads more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 29, 2022 • 54min
Episode 687 - Tough sell
In this episode I'm joined by Simon Collings from the Evening Standard to discuss pre-season; potential gaps in the Arsenal squad including central midfield, striker and right wing; the imminent departure of Bernd Leno; the difficulty of selling players everybody knows you don't want, especially as you've told the world you don't want them; increased transparency from the club with regards interviews and documentaries; and more – including a farewell to a former manager.Follow Simon @sr_collingsGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 25, 2022 • 1h 36min
Arsecast Extra Episode 482 - 25.07.2022
In this episode James is back from the US, and we chat about his experiences on the tour from Baltimore to Orlando. We touch on the 4-0 win over Chelsea, how well Gabriel Jesus has settled in, and how well William Saliba has integrated back into the squad as a big season looms for him. We also talk about James' interview with Edu, analysing the things he had to say, and what it means to hear a Technical Director communicate like that. Then there are listener questions about being light at striker, the goalkeeping situation, Nicolas Pepe's Instagram post, what Mikel Arteta might have meant when he said we were 'short' in certain areas, and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 22, 2022 • 55min
Episode 686 - Versatility
In this episode I'm joined by James Benge of CBS Sports to talk about pre-season and how it can be a fun time, especially for fans local to the tour locations. We then chat about Eddie Nketiah stepping up to be the number 2 striker, the imminent arrival of Oleksandr Zinchenko and how his versatility is a theme of recent transfers, how the five subs rule might produce tactical changes, thoughts on the upcoming All or Nothing documentary after seeing the trailer drop, and more (but not much more).Follow James @jamesbengeGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 19, 2022 • 1h 30min
Arsecast Extra Episode 481 - 19.07.2022
In this transatlantic episode I chat to James about his exploits on the US tour, including the disturbing hotel dramas he's had, before he gives me the low down on what I missed during my week off. Arsenal beat Everton, there's chat about Gabriel Jesus, the size of the squad we brought and the lack of youngsters, what seems to be the imminent arrival of Oleksandr Zinchenko along with questions about where he might play, as well as loads of listener questions about departures, what more we might do in the transfer market, Cedric and right back, signing players from Man City, numbered positions and much more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 19, 2022 • 58min
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 47: Suitable for Females
On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim talks to Emirates Stadium Venue Director Tom McCann about the decision to play a minimum of six AWFC matches at Emirates Stadium next season. Tom gives us an insight into the marketing strategy, the planning required and why Arsenal have decided to play more AWFC games at Emirates Stadium.Then in part 2, Tim talks to author and journalist Carrie Dunn about her new book 'Unsuitable for Females' on the history of women's football in the UK. Tim and Carrie talk about the difficulties of documenting history accurately when records are so sketchy, as well as some of the stories and characters she uncovered in writing the book.You can follow Carrie on Twitter @carriesparkle You can follow Tim on Twitter @StillbertoGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 10, 2022 • 1h 34min
Arsecast Extra Episode 480 - 10.07.2022
In this episode James is back from holidays as I get ready to go on mine, and we talk about the friendly win over FC Nurnberg on Friday. Gabriel Jesus gave us a little taste of what's to come from him in a red and white shirt, while there's also discussion of Eddie Nketiah and expectations from him in the season ahead. We also chat about Bernd Leno's imminent departure, and Jack Wilshere's retirement, as well as taking questions from listeners about Lucas Torreira, a '£50m back up' signing, media coverage of transfers, who might be our physical bête noire, and lots more – including another terrifying dose of magpie content.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 8, 2022 • 51min
Episode 685 - Behind the digital scenes
In this episode I'm joined by Rob Kelly, former Digital Content Manager for the official Arsenal website. We chat about the job he did for well over a decade, from starting with the youth teams to interviewing Arsene Wenger every week. We also discuss the changing face of digital content, social media, trying to give fans behind the scenes access without giving too much away, tight deadlines, announcing transfers and making announcement videos, and lots more.Follow Rob @robkelly2Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 4, 2022 • 1h 32min
Arsecast Extra Episode 479 - 04.07.2022
In this episode Tim Stillman is in for James who is on his holidays and thus misses the big out of the blue signing of Gabriel Jesus from Man City. We talk about the player, the deal, what he'll bring to the team next season, and the fact he's made it clear he's coming in as the number 9 and what we can expect in that regard. There's plenty of ancillary Jesus discussion too, as well as a look at the other transfers thus far, plus listener questions about what would constitute a successful window, what might happen with returning loan players like Hector Bellerin and Ainsley Maitland-Niles, competing against big clubs for good players, Arsenal Women transfer rumours and LOADS more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.