Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

The Athletic writers Amy Lawrence, James McNicholas and Art De Roché join Ian Stone to discuss the results of The Athletic poll of Arsenal fans, after a year with Mikel Arteta in charge. The gang also discuss the unremitting pain of Sunday nights, and Ian finds himself Whammed Out at The Emirates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic writers Amy Lawrence and Michael Cox join Ian Stone and former Arsenal right back Lee Dixon to reluctantly discuss the Spurs’ result. Lee Dixon offers a solution to Hector Bellerin’s foul throw problem, Amy reports from Emirates as the fans return, and Michael has a good reason for suggestion U2 as the closing song, SPECIAL CHRISTMAS OFFER! Right now if YOU subscribe to The Athletic y...

The Athletic's Amy Lawrence hosts a special edition of the Handbrake Off podcast as fans return to the Emirates Stadium for the first time since March. Amy brings you her match day experience as a fan, and shares the much-missed sounds of live football Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas join Ian Stone to wonder aloud at the latest poor performance from Arsenal.  They decide on a scale of 1 (Silvestre) to 10 (Henry) how much they are looking forward to the North London Derby, and whether our midfield will ever play a forward pass again. Plus the best of the week's writing in the Athletic is discussed, as well as Amy's recent intervi...

In this special edition of Handbrake Off, The Athletic's Amy Lawrence speaks with Arsene Wenger. They discuss a wide range of subjects, including dealing with stress as a manager, the reasons why some players cannot fulfil their potential, and the importance of VAR in protecting footballers. He discusses Jack Wilshere and Abou Diaby, explaining how the physicality of the Premier League cost them t...

Ian Stone is joined by The Athletic's James McNicholas, Amy Lawrence and Amy's dog Rocky to discuss the problem with Pepe, stupid Arsenal red cards through the years, and what's next for the Kroenke's. Plus a round-up of the best Arsenal articles on The Athletic right now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In another special edition of the Handbrake Off podcast, The Athletic's James McNicholas joins Seb Stafford Bloor to discuss a new article from The Athletic about Arsenal's owner Stan Kroenke and his son Josh.  The conversation includes new details regarding the intersection between ownership and executives at Arsenal, and charts the course of the club's trajectory since the Kroenkes became 100% o...

The Athletic's James McNicholas speaks with former Arsenal midfielder Mathieu Flamini, in a wide-ranging interview about his life after football. Mathieu discusses his passion for environmental and health issues, and his project with Mesut Ozil. He also discusses the possibility of a return to football. There is also a written interview of this interview at The Athletic. If you're not a subscriber...

Ian Stone is joined by Lee Dixon, Amy Lawrence and James Mcnicholas to talk around the comprehensive defeat by Aston Villa. It's international week so the panel have too much time to ponder the creativity question again, the notion of “character”, and which one player from Arsenal’s past would have made the difference on Sunday.  PLUS - Ian Stone turns into a stat machine. And James gets excited a...

The Athletic's James McNicholas, Art De Roché and Tom Worville, join former Arsenal right back Lee Dixon and Ian Stone to discuss Arsenal's win at Old Trafford. They look at the reincarnation of Mo Elneny, the joy of Gabriel, the midfield party with Thomas Partey, plus the best Arsenal articles from The Athletic go under the microscope.  SPECIAL OFFER! Right now you can subscribe to The Athletic f...

The Athletic's James McNicholas and Michael Cox join Ian Stone and former Arsenal right back Lee Dixon, to wonder where Arsenal's creativity has gone. Arsenal's new midfield signing Thomas Partey gets the thumbs up, and the panel also reminisce on which opposing player always gave them a sense of dread. SPECIAL OFFER! This is your last chance to subscribe to The Athletic for just £1 a month. You'l...

The Athletic's Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas join Ian Stone and Lee Dixon to discuss Mikel Arteta's tactical battle with his old boss at the Etihad.  There's also plenty of time to enjoy Manuel Lanzini's wonder goal at Tottenham and When Amy met Arsene.  The Athletic's new signing Art De Roché joins the pod to talk about Steve Bould's Under 23's. SPECIAL OFFER! For a limited time only we're of...

The Athletic's Amy Lawrence joins Lee Dixon and Ian Stone too discuss Arsene Wenger's new book "My Life In Red & White".  There's also time to touch on Mesut Ozil's loyalty bonus, the problems with Project Big Picture, and just why Ian Stone turned up for a gig a week early. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas join Ian Stone to discuss the much-anticipated arrival of Thomas Partey on deadline day. They reflect on the rest of the business carried out by the club during the transfer window, and look back at some memorable transfer stories from yesteryear. They focus on the not-so-illustrious list of players who have previously worn Thomas Partey's number 18...

The Athletic's Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas join Ian Stone to reflect on the away trip to Anfield. The panel muse on their most memorable Arsenal misses, the gap between us and the Champions, and what needs to be done before the transfer window closes. SPECIAL OFFER! Right now we're offering you the opportunity to subscribe to The Athletic for just £1 a month. You can access all of James, Amy...

For a limited time only we're offering you the chance to subscribe to The Athletic for just £1 a month. You can read all of Amy, James and David Ornstein's great writing on Arsenal and so much more, including Amy's recent article on Lacazette, where she discusses his hopes for a new contract. Just go to www.theathletic.com/evertonpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Right now you can subscribe to The Athletic for just £1 a month. Read all of Amy Lawrence, James McNicholas and David Ornstein's great work by going to www.theathletic.com/arsenal pod and taking advantage of that special offer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To read all of our great writing on Arsenal make sure you subscribe to The Athletic. Access all of James, Amy and David Ornstein's articles for just £1 a month by signing up at www.theathletic.com/arsenalpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas join Ian Stone to discuss their hopes for the new season, the latest transfer stories, and new recruits. Plus, the panel dissect Spurs' adventures on the silver screen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Right now we're offering listeners of this podcast the opportunity to try out The Athletic for FREE Read all of David Ornstein, James McNicholas and Amy Lawrence's writing on Arsenal without paying a penny. You can access David's exclusive interview with Mesut Ozil, as well as the inside take on Sanllehi's departure by going to www.theathletic.com/arsenalpod and signing up for a 30 Day Free Trial...

You can try out The Athletic for FREE for 30 Days to enjoy all of James and Amy's writing on arsenal, including their latest piece on Aubameyang's future as well as all of David Ornstein's news stories affecting our club.  Just go to www.theathletic.com/arsenalpod and sign up for a 30 Day Free Trial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You can try out The Athletic for FREE for 30 Days to enjoy all of James and Amy's writing on arsenal, including their latest piece on Aubameyang's future as well as all of David Ornstein's news stories affecting our club.  Just go to www.theathletic.com/arsenalpod and sign up for a 30 Day Free Trial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Try out our great Arsenal articles at The Athletic from Amy Lawrence, James McNicholas and David Ornstein right now for FREE . Go to www.theathletic.com/arsenalpod to sign up for a 30 Day Free Trial to try us out without paying a penny Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Right now you can enjoy all of James, Amy's and David Ornstein's Arsenal content at The Athletic for FREE . Click here to take advantage of a 30 Day Free Trial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Right now we're offering listeners a chance to try out The Athletic for free. Enjoy all of Amy, James and David Ornstein's agenda-setting articles on Arsenal between now and the end of the season. Go to www.theathletic.com/arsenalpod to sign up for a 30-Day Free Trial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.