

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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Aug 8, 2024 • 40min
Back at the Emirates & AFC supporters clubs
Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's first match back at the Emirates.Granit Xhaka made a return to North London, as the Gunners beat Bayer Leverkusen 4-1.Plus, 5 years of Mikel Arteta, and an appreciation for the 179 Arsenal supporters clubs around the world.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 1, 2024 • 33min
U.S tour, Calafiori's arrival, goodbye Smith Rowe
Handbrake Off returns for all things pre-season, with Ian Stone, Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché.The panel discuss Arsenal's defensive combinations with new signing Riccardo Calafiori and fit again Jurrien Timber.James McNicholas drops by with updates from the U.S tour, where academy prospects Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly are shining.Plus, we say goodbye to Emile Smith Rowe with the midfielder set to join Fulham in a deal worth £34m.Produced by Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 30, 2024 • 57sec
Handbrake Live returns!
Handbrake Off returns to Leicester Square Theatre after a remarkable year for Mikel Arteta’s team. Life-long Gooners Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, James McNicholas and former Arsenal number 29 (1995/96 and 1996/97 seasons) Adrian Clarke will look back on a remarkable year for the Arsenal.They’ll assess the start of the new campaign and how the new summer signings are settling in, and dare to dream about making an even bigger impact in the Champions League in the 9 months ahead. Plus, there’ll be stories from the glory, glory days about Dennis, Wrighty, TA and all your favourite Arsenal heroes - as well as stories far too salacious for the regular pod.Join us on Monday 23rd September, tickets available from the link below.https://www.leicestersquaretheatre.com/show/handbrake-off/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 20, 2024 • 50min
89 points & end of season awards
For one last time this season join Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke, and Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal reaching 89 points in the Premier League.The panel look back at the highlights and lowlights of this wonderful campaign, choosing their player of the season, goal of the season, moment they wished could be different plus many, many more.All on this final episode of Handbrake Off (for this season!)Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 16, 2024 • 28min
The Arsenal take it to the final day
Art de Roché and Jordan Campbell join Ian Stone to look ahead to the visit of Everton, as Arsenal look to end the season with 89 points.The panel reflect on the progress this season, and look at where the team can improve again next campaign.We cross everything for a Moyes masterclass, and discuss the aftermath of Spurs' defeat to City.Plus, Art & Jordan pick their player of the season and we say goodbye to an Arsenal legend, Vivianne Miedema.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 13, 2024 • 29min
One-nil at Old Trafford - Trossard again
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's one-nil victory at Old Trafford, taking the title race to the final day.It was our 27th victory this season, the most we've ever managed in the Premier League.William Saliba was monstrous at the back, while Leandro Trossard was on the scoresheet yet again, clutch.Plus, how do the panel feel about supporting Spurs, as Manchester City head to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Tuesday.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 8, 2024 • 38min
Squad Audit: where do Arsenal upgrade this summer?
James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone for a squad audit.The panel discuss where Arsenal should look to improve this summer, including who should be sold to raise funds.Plus, two games remain in our push for the title, how do Arsenal approach Sunday's visit to Old Trafford?Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 6, 2024 • 39min
Declan Rice, we got him half price
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 3-0 victory over Bournemouth, keeping the pressure on Manchester City.The Gunners equalled last season's tally of 26 wins and 88 goals scored, while David Raya confirmed the Golden Glove.The panel talk Bukayo Saka's mentality, and discuss where Declan Rice is best suited after another man of the match performance.Plus, questionable decisions, the super Leandro Trossard, and we hear from Art de Roché on Arsenal's dramatic victory in the WSL.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 2, 2024 • 32min
Should Arsenal sell Gabriel Jesus?
James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to discuss the future of Arsenal's number 9.Gabriel Jesus looks a far cry from the player who took us to a new level in the first half of last season, with only four Premier League goals this campaign.Have this team out grown him, and should Mikel Arteta look to sell? Or can he get back to the form we know he's capable of?Plus, what could Jorginho's contract offer mean for Thomas Partey, and a look ahead to Saturday's home fixture against Bournemouth... Let's hope it's less stressful than last time.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 29, 2024 • 43min
Havertz and Saka shine in absurd north London derby
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on another ludicrous north London derby, as Arsenal beat Spurs 3-2 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Mikel Arteta's side have showed their maturity since the defeats to Villa and Bayern, and the win over Spurs emphasised their resilience.Despite not being at our best, including gifting Spurs two goals, we held on for a deserved and incredibly important win.The panel discuss stand-out performers Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka, with the former having his best week in an Arsenal shirt to date.Plus, St Totteringham's day, Ben White's antics, and Mikel Arteta's 'Untouchables'.3 cup finals down, 3 to go...Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


