On episode three of From Highbury to the Grove, Magic Mike welcomes legend, Alan Smith. Scorer of 115 goals including some of the most impactful in our history, Smudger might well be one of the most underrated Gunners of all-time. Alan also became a voice of football doing Sky Sports commentary and touched all generations through his voiceover on FIFA’s video game for years. Discover Alan’s autobiography, “Head’s Up” for more great football stories. Get stuck in!
After a long absence due to illness, Super Kevin Campbell makes his return to squad central. It’s beyond joyous to have the legend back. It’s been a while. Don’t miss Kev’s views on the Arsenal’s recent form. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.
A new series, From Highbury to the Grove, hosted by Magic Mike from the Goooners Podcast. On this episode, Mike welcomes, Clive Palmer who is one of the most respected commentators and supporters of the Arsenal Football Club. He can be heard and seen on the @ArsenalVisionPodcast, and on multiple community-based adverts for the Gunners, plus various media outlets including Sky Sports. Get stuck in!
On this episode, former Arsenal midfield maestro, David Hillier joins squad central to talk about his beloved Gunners. We cover assistant coaches, players, game management, mentality, Benjamin White vs Gareth Southgate & more. Get stuck into the conversation with Sophie & David. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.
It’s the debut episode of a brand new weekly interview series, “From Highbury to the Grove.” Join Magic Mike every week with fantastic guests from the Arsenal and football community. Get to know them outside of the game and on a personal level. Hear their stories, have a laugh, and ask them your burning questions! This week we are joined by someone who is as synonymous as it gets with Highbury, the superb journalist, podcaster, author, film producer and all-around Gooner, the one and only Amy Lawrence, who joins Mike live from the North Bank of Highbury where it all began.
On this episode, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan joins squad central to talk about the Arsenal’s mentality and differences between last season. Are you starting to believe the Gunners can win it all? How impressed are you with the team spirit? Get stuck into the conversation with Sophie & Jordan. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.
On this episode, Natalie Sawyer joins squad central to talk about David Raya, Ivan Toney & the Arsenal facing the Bees. Is the Gunners defensive success down to Arteta’s big decision to make Raya his number one? We also chat about Arsenal Women and the loss of form in the WSL. Get stuck in. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.
JOHN HARKES TALKS IAN WRIGHT, TONY ADAMS, CHRIS WADDLE & MORE
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On this episode, we take you beyond the white lines with trailblazing USMNT legend and former Sheffield Wednesday hero, John Harkes. John was part of an incredible Sheffield Wednesday side that faced the Gunners in two domestic cup finals in 1993. He scored a banger versus the Arsenal in the 1993 League Cup Final and is the only American to score in a final at Wembley. Don’t miss John’s incredible football stories and his perspective on the beautiful game
There’s no doubt this Arsenal team has some talented players but…Who is overrated? Who is underrated? Who is rated just right? Which unsigned players were dodged bullets? And is there enough talent to win the Premier or Champions League? Have your voice heard in our football democracy. Join the conversation! Get stuck in with Soph & Tom.
Sophie goes solo and dives into a compelling subject about the Gunners Gaffer. Has Mikel Arteta become the Arsenal’s new Don? Is it time to kiss the ring despite no major trophies? Has the process gone beyond progress? Have your voice heard in our football democracy. Be part of our kind community.
The Arsenal Avengers continue to demolish teams in the Premier League. Heroes are rising from all positions. Are we playing the best football of any team right now? Former Arsenal midfield maestro, David Hillier breaks it all down in superb fashion. You won’t want to miss his insane insights. Have your voice heard in our football democracy. Join the conversation!
We first spoke to James about Mikel Arteta eight months ago and again two months ago. In part three of our series, we dive deeper into the mind of Mikel and explore his managerial evolution since our earlier conversations. Has the process surpassed progress and shifted towards perfecto? Get the insider perspective from James. Join the debate!
KLOPP QUITS | TITLE LIVERPOOL BOUND? | ARTETA CONTRACT
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Jurgen Klopp quits Liverpool. How does he stack up against other Premier League managers? Is the title Liverpool bound now? And does Mikel Arteta deserve a new contract. Join Sophie, Danny from A Bergkamp Wonderland and Seth the awesome Arsenal fan for some honest football talk!
From season ticket holders paying for cup games, the ballot system, merchandise releases, Ashburton Army, game day experiences & more, we ask, has the Arsenal become more of a marketing company than a football club? Get. Stuck. In! Have your voice heard in our football democracy.
One win in five. Struggling for goals. Defensive regression. Lackluster subs. No game-changers. No finishers. Are there still positives? Let’s huddle. Let’s dissect. Let’s discuss. Get. Stuck. In! Have your voice heard in our football democracy with Super Kev & Soph.
Nick Ramsdale returns to squad central and shares his thoughts as a football dad. Do people really want honesty, or only when it agrees with them? Don’t miss this heartfelt episode. Get stuck in with Sophie & Super Kev. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.
MONDAY MADNESS | ØDEGAARD OOZING | KAI HIGH | SIDE OF RICE
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Kai Havertz scores! Ødegaard plays champagne football. Rice loves to play it forward! The Arsenal demolish Bournemouth with total dominance. But have the Gunners got out of second gear yet? Get stuck in. Have your voice heard! Join the conversation with Super Kev and Soph.
HAS MIKEL ARTETA CAUSED UNNECESSARY CHAOS? | LEE JUDGES & NLD
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A disappointing North London Derby. After strengthening in the summer, why do we feel weaker as a squad? And has Mikel Arteta caused unnecessary chaos? From Havertz to Nketiah, Raya and Ramsdale, let’s discuss. Get stuck in! Have your voice heard with Super Kevin Campbell, Sophie Nicolaou, Lee Judges and Michael Price.
On this episode, Sophie is joined by, Nick Ramsdale. From being the father of a Premier League footballer, to his takes on modern day football and passion for music and pop culture, Nick shares his honest thoughts. It’s a unique and engaging conversation. Get stuck in!
On this episode, Sophie had the pleasure of talking with Arsenal legend and invincible, Gilberto Silva during the Arsenal’s US summer tour. This conversation is everything you want to hear from a legacy player. Silva talks ethos, culture and going from good-to-great. He gives his thoughts on Mikel Arteta, his old mate, Edu Gaspar and the current players he enjoys watching. A must listen!
On this episode, we catch up with James Green from Sky Sports News. James has spent a fair bit of time interviewing, Mikel Arteta and his shared his insights with us last season. After his recent visit with the gaffer, has he changed much? Did Arteta open up more? Did James sense a relaxed or tense Mikel? Is he trying to reinvent Arsenal’s approach to playing the game? Let’s go behind-the-scenes and find out.
On this episode, Sophie and Kevin are joined by USMNT legend and Fox Sports broadcaster, Alexi Lalas. The squad discuss playing in a World Cup versus Brazil, the Women’s World Cup in Australia and expectations for the Arsenal in the Premier League next season. Tom Canton from the Gooner Talk TV also pops in for a bit of Spend, Stick, Sell!
BEHIND THE TRANSFER WINDOW | TOM WHITE | SKY SPORTS NEWS
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On this episode, we welcome Sky Sports News presenter, Tom White to explore the experiences of being an Arsenal fan versus his club, Sunderland. Are we spoiled? Have some fans lost sight of what it means to follow a football club? Should we expect more? Do we deserve more? Are fans like Sunderland a dying breed or still the lifeline of the beautiful game? Let’s talk with, Tom! Have your voice heard in our football democracy.
What a surprise! What a moment! Arsenal’s number one, Aaron Ramsdale pops into the Monday Madness studio to say hello. And Sophie and Super Kev have a great chat with Aaron’s dad, Nick. What’s it like to be a football dad? Get stuck in. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.
TALENTED GOONERS | 60-YEAR SUPPORTING ARSENAL FAN | PETER LEWIS
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On this episode we talk to, Peter Lewis about his incredible journey as an Arsenal fan that spans six decades. You will want to hear about his Highbury days, the cup finals, managers, players, winning, losing and we discuss Peter’s passion and talent for astro photography. This is an episode all Arsenal fans should listen to!
WARREN BARTON & KEVIN CAMPBELL | NEWCASTLE v ARSENAL PREVIEW & CHELSEA FLOPS
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On this episode, we are joined by football icons, Super Kevin Campbell and Warren Barton. We dive into a little Arsenal v Chelsea post game talk. Don’t miss Barton’s take on this being the worst Chelsea team ever. And we also preview Newcastle v the Gunners, which gets the lads all competitive again as they discuss the Arsenal’s defense. Get stuck in!
THE ARSENAL WOMEN SHOW | RACHEL NEWBOROUGH | CHARLTON ATHLETIC
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On this episode, we talk to Charlton Athletic’s, Rachel Newborough about the Arsenal Women making history selling out the Emirates, losing to Wolfsburg in the Champions League and the growing concern for ACL injuries among female players. Have your voice heard. Get stuck in!
JASON CUNDY TALKS CHELSEA DEMISE & ARSENAL'S RISE!
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On this episode, we dissect the Arsenal, Manchester City and the rest of the Premier League with Talksport’s, Jason Cundy. We also discuss Chelsea Football Club’s rollercoaster season and their dramatic demise under Todd Boehly’s new ownership. Arsenal fans everywhere, rejoice! Get stuck in.
There have been some noteworthy articles written about the Arsenal this season. There have also been some highly questionable write-ups too. One of the most baffling narratives of late came from, Ian Doyle’s column in the Liverpool Echo. Are the Arsenal really lucky? Are they this good because everyone else is so bad? Hit play!
On this episode, we welcome back Liverpool legend, Stevie Nicol and Arsenal icon, Kevin Campbell to talk about the battle at Anfield. They’ve worn the badge. They’ve fought for glory. They’ve won it all. These ex-players take us beyond the white lines and into the dressing room for another compelling conversation. Get stuck in!
THE TUESDAY-ISH CLUB | JORDAN JARRETT BRYAN & KEVIN CAMPBELL
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On this episode, Sophie is joined by Super Kevin Campbell and broadcaster Jordan Jarrett Bryan. What role do the owners play in the rise and rise of Arsenal Football Club? Do they deserve some credit? And when you look at what’s happening at Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool, we ask again, are the Kroenkes now one of the best owners in the Premier League?
On this episode, the squad is joined by comedian, writer and all round legendary Arsenal fan, Ian Stone. If you love positive Arsenal conversations, you will dig this. You can hear Ian regularly with Amy Lawrence on the Athletic’s, Handbrake Off podcast! Get stuck in and have your voice heard in our football democracy!
On this episode, Sophie is joined by the Arsenal Opinion and Le Grove’s very own, Pedro. The final act of the season is here. What does success look like to you? What would it mean for the club if they won it all? And was the Europa League loss really a blessing?
Sophie is joined by Squaddies from all corners of the world to discuss how the Arsenal destroyed Everton in their pursuit of the Premier League title. Get stuck in. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.
SKY SPORTS NEWS PAPER TALK | SOPHIE TALKS ARSENAL v MANCHESTER CITY
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Sophie appeared on Sky Sports News the day of the Arsenal v Manchester City game. It’s always interesting to go back and analyze the narrative pre-match. Here is what she had to say. She didn’t get too high or too low. The low just came at the final whistle.
TALKSPORT HOST NATALIE SAWYER ON BRENTFORD & AUTHOR MATT SPIRO ON FOLARIN BALOGUN
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On this episode, we welcome Talksport Breakfast Host & Broadcaster, Natalie Sawyer to share her experience being a Brentford fan this season. Also joining squad central is author and journalist, Matt Spiro to chat all things, Folarin Balogun and how he’s lighting up on loan in Ligue 1! Get stuck in. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.
SKY SPORTS NEWS PAPER TALK | SOPHIE TALKS NORTH LONDON DERBY
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Sophie appeared on Sky Sports News and got to talk about the glorious win in the North London Derby, Arsenal’s Premier League hopes, the match versus Manchester United and the fallout from the Mudryk transfer to Chelsea. You won’t want to miss her dig at Chelsea. Get stuck in. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.
The squad welcome Talksport Sports Bar host, Jason Cundy to preview Chelsea v Arsenal. Jason is the ultimate frenemy of the show. Super Kevin Campbell and Sophie Nicolaou always have open and direct conversations with him and on this episode, they challenge some of his recent comments about the Gunners. You might be surprised by his current take on the team. Have your voice heard in our football democracy. Get stuck in two-footed. No studs up!
On this episode, the squad is joined by the Podfather himself, Arseblog. We dig into the Leeds v Arsenal match, talk resilience versus luck, mental evolution, fan negativity and whether the Arsenal have a realistic chance to win the Premier League. Get stuck in!
DESTROYING THE RIDICULOUS MYTH ABOUT GABRIEL MAGALHÃES | by TOM CANTON
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Tom Canton from the Gooner Talk TV joins the squad to share his recent, Football London article where he completely destroys the building narrative that Gabriel isn’t good enough for the Arsenal. Much has been said about Gabriel in these last few weeks. There are even some Arsenal fans asking for his head. But what is the truth about the mistakes he’s made and how does he stack up against other Premier League defenders? Get stuck in!
MONDAY MADNESS | with KAYA KAYNAK | FOOTBALL LONDON
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New week. Blank canvas. Let’s paint pictures. Let’s tell stories. What a great guest to kick-off the week. Join the squad as they welcome one of the Arsenal community’s best sports writers, Kaya Kaynak from Football London. Kaya shares his insights from being around the team in training, to Mikel Arteta’s press conference and more!
LIVERPOOL LEGEND STEVIE NICOL | FEARING MARTINELLI & SAKA
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On this episode, the squad is joined by Liverpool legend and ESPNFC’s, Stevie Nicol. After criticizing, Bukayo Saka last season, what does he think of him now? Has his script flipped? We also discuss the brilliance of, Gabriel Martinelli and how Stevie thinks he and Saka are the Arsenal’s most dangerous players. Get stuck in!
Super Kev and Soph return for the best ever North London Derby post game show. Wax lyrical. Capitalize on the bragging rights. Gloat and float. Savour the moment. Do it all! This moment belongs to the red side of North London.
Award-winning writer and broadcaster, Matt Spiro joins, Sophie and Kevin. Questions were asked about Saliba’s loan deals to Ligue 1. But is the club’s decision now justified? Is the young French international this good because of his loan experiences? And what about Balogun, Tavares and Pepe? How are they doing on loan in France thus far?
During his time as a Gunner, Paul Davis won two Division One titles, two League Cups, the FA Cup and the European Cup Winners Cup. He was at the nucleus of the club’s success and is without doubt, one of the prettiest ball players in the Arsenal’s history. In recent times, Paul was also a mentor to Mikel Arteta. You will not want to miss his insights on the current gaffer and what makes him tick.
The Lockdown Series helped connect people from around the world during a difficult time in our lives. As the world continues to transition & life becomes harder for young people and families everywhere, the Keep Calm & Carry On series is here to provide comfort and community to all. Joining the squad on this inaugural episode is, Tom Canton from The Gooner Talk TV.
BOURNEMOUTH v ARSENAL | POST GAME SHOW | PLAYER RATINGS
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On this episode, Sophie loves and lauds, Gabriel Jesus, Zinchenko and Saliba, shares her joy at Saka not having to be the hero and gives tons of sugar to the deliciously loud, Arsenal away fans. Have your voice heard in our football democracy. Be part of our kind community.
ARSENAL v LEICESTER CITY | POST GAME SHOW | PLAYER RATINGS
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Join Sophie and Super Kev as they dissect and discuss another great win for the Arsenal. The Gunners overcame adversity vs the Foxes and managed to turn negative situations into positive moments. Has the club truly turned a corner? Will Gabriel Jesus be the signing of the summer? Be part of the conversation in our football democracy.
MONDAY MADNESS MEETS FOOTBALL FRENEMIES | FLEX FROM UNITED VIEW TV
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On this episode, Sophie & Super Kevin Campbell welcome one of Manchester United’s biggest influencers, Flex from United View TV. The Gunners and Red Devils story over the last few years might be a little closer than we think. Are Man United where Arsenal were two seasons ago? Have they found their Mikel Arteta in Erik Ten Hag? The squad dives into the present and past of two great clubs. Join the conversation. Have your voice heard.
CRYSTAL PALACE v ARSENAL | POST GAME SHOW | PLAYER RATINGS
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What a start to the season for the Arsenal, an in particular, William Saliba! On this episode, Super Kevin Campbell and Sophie Nicolaou analyze the performance and dish out player ratings. Join the conversation. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.
