Best Jacob Hams Podcasts (2025)

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THE DUGOUT | JACOB MEETS ACTOR-COMEDIAN TOM ROSENTHAL 49:27

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Actor-comedian Tom Rosenthal joins Jacob Hawley for a brilliantly chaotic episode of The Dugout, diving deep into Arsenal’s evolution under Mikel Arteta. 🔥 Highlights: Tom’s spicy takes on the state of Arsenal’s squad The rise of the YouTube tactician and why modern football brains live in bedrooms Calafiori’s understated brilliance and how Arteta …

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WEST HAM (H) | 'KILLER INSTINCT' ARSENAL EVOLUTION (LATER BIRD) 57:57

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THE DUGOUT | SPECIAL GUEST LAURA KIRK-FRANCIS 57:23

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In this episode of The Arsenal Opinion, Jacob is joined by special guest Laura Kirk Francis, whose Arsenal content has been lighting up social media over the past six months. Together, they relive the rollercoaster of emotions from Arsenal’s dramatic win at St. James’ Park, from the pain of overturned penalties to the joy of late winners. The discu…

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NEWCASTLE (A) | ON THE WHISTLE | MEGA LAST MINUTE WINNER! 1:11:12

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The Arsenal Opinion crew is back with a monster episode after Arsenal’s dramatic last-minute win against Newcastle. Pete, Matt, and Johnny break down the emotions of a true statement victory—relief, joy, and the sense that momentum has shifted in the title race. We cover: Big Gabby’s redemption arc: from costly error to heroic match-winner Eze’s st…

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THERAPY SESSION | SALIBA SIGNS, DYNASTY BEGINS? 54:42

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💥 AOP LIVE TICKETS💥 go on sale at 10am this morning (UK time). It's in London, Finsbury Park, and there are limited tickets. Go to https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ for the link! Back to the podcast... Jacob and Matt are back for a Thursday Therapy fresh off Arsenal news that could define the next era: William Saliba has signed a five-year deal. The lads…

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DUGOUT SESSION | JIM CAMPBELL FROM FOOTBALL RAMBLE 1:02:44

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Jacob Hawley is back in the Dugout chair with Arsenal podcaster and Football Ramble legend Jim Campbell. Together they dive into Arsenal’s cautious start to the season — is Mikel Arteta overthinking it, or just managing a brutal run of fixtures? They debate: ⚔️ The fine line between caution and ambition against City & Liverpool 🎹 Does Arsenal’s mid…

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MANCHESTER CITY (H) | ON THE WHISTLE 1:02:30

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MANCHESTER CITY (H) | ON THE WHISTLE | JOHNNY & PEDRO (EARLY BIRD)🎙️ On the Whistle is here (Pedro is VERY ill 🤒 so forgive any slurring)⚡ Saliba decision-making😊 Staying positive after a good point😬 Worried about ‘safety first’ line-up😢 Anonymous Gyok🥖🍝 Martinelli making us eat DELICIOUS humble pieHope you enjoy! x If you want these right after th…

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S22,E07: 09/22/25 (Cornershop feat. Eden Gray, Tchotchke, Still Corners, Moontype, Cool Sounds, Camp Saint Helene, Open Reel Ensemble) 48:49

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Season 22 Episode 7 Amsterdam via Rotterdam - Cornershop feat. Eden Gray Poor Girl - Tchotchke Playin' Dumb - Tchotchke The Dream - Still Corners Faded Love - Still Corners Let Me Cry - Moontype Four Hands ii - Moontype Just a Dream - Cool Sounds Pretty Often - Cool Sounds Anniversary - Camp Saint Helene Racing - Camp Saint Helene Quartet Studio Li…

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THERAPY SESSION - THIERRY YAPPING! RESPECT, OR TIME TO STOP? (LATER BIRD) 1:04:04

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It’s a therapy session with Pete and Jacob Hawley as we dive into three days of wild Champions League football. We cover: 🐱 Mourinho’s nine lives and his toxic-but-entertaining return to the big stage 📸 Inside access to Arsenal’s relentless content machine and how Arteta’s culture is shaping players on and off the pitch ⚡ Why Erling Haaland is stil…

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THE DUGOUT | KEVIN LEE KHARAS OF REAL LIES (EARLY BIRD) 51:52

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Jacob is joined by Kevin Lee Kharas (@kevkharas), lead singer of Real Lies and devoted Arsenal fan, for a wide-ranging conversation that blends music, football, and the madness of modern fandom. From his surreal day filming content with Myles Lewis-Skelly and watching Piero Hincapié model Christmas knitwear, Kevin dives into why he sees Mikel Artet…

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ARSENAL BATTER FOREST BUT DEBATES RAGE! 1:13:19

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It’s all four of the AOP boys out here discussing the HUGE win against Nottingham Forest 🌳🔴⚪️ ⚠️ TRIGGER WARNING: spicy content ahead, so skip if you scare easy ✨ Madueke – IMPACT or just more of the same from Chelsea? 🎯 Gyökeres – “all he does is score goals”… but is that actually ok? 💎 Mosquera – bargain of 2025? 🚀 ZUBI ZUBI TWOOOOO! If you want …

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THE DUGOUT | SPECIAL GUEST, JAMES BENGE!!! 1:02:36

1M ago1:02:36

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It’s Episode Three of The Dugout series, hosted by Jacob Hawley. This week’s guest is Arsenal journalist James Benge (CBS Sports, formerly Arseblog/Arsecast, now co-hosting with Charles Watts). Jacob and James dive deep into Arsenal’s present and future, international break weirdness, and the narratives shaping the season so far. 🔥 Early access for…

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THE DUGOUT | ARSENAL SESSION WITH SOUTH LONDON BAND, THE MANOR 1:05:15

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🎙️ The Dugout with Jacob Hawley This week Jacob sits down with Johnny Dutch and Danny Graft from South London cult band The Manor. The conversation is a mix of music, South London culture, and of course — Arsenal’s present-day drama. Expect talk about: The rise of The Manor in London’s music scene 🎶 Arsenal’s summer moves: Gyökeres arriving, Eze as…

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NEGATIVE ARSENAL, SLAPPED DOWN AGAIN! 1:02:39

1M ago1:02:39

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If you’re getting this on Tuesday… you could’ve had it earlier 👀 Want the early bird? Check the links at the bottom and become a member. 🎙️ ON THE WHISTLE: Liverpool (A) Here’s what we covered: 🥷 Gyökeres the anonymous 👑 Madueke with the KING performance 🛡️ Mosquera the GREAT ⚠️ Negative Arteta — is his safety-first approach an issue? 🔮 Where we’re…

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DUGOUT CHAT | JACOB HAWLEY & SPECIAL GUEST HORATIO GOULD 51:39

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We’re debuting a brand-new format: Dugout Chat. Each week, Jacob Hawley sits down with some amazing voices in the culture to talk football, Arsenal, and everything in between. For the first episode, Jacob is joined by comedian Horatio Gould (co-host of the Fin vs History podcast. @HoratioTheGould). They dive into life as Arsenal fans across eras, t…

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LEEDS DESTROYED - ON THE WHISTLE! 1:11:38

2M ago1:11:38

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Johnny and Pedro get stuck into a MONSTER On The Whistle, where we discuss: Gyok off the mark! Jurrien Timber, best left and right back Injury nightmares continue... Zubimendi and Dekkers finding their feet! Max Dowman debut! Madueke looking VERY good Ethan... possibly not making it into Liverpool starting 11 Martinelli... 4th choice This podcast w…

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EMERGENCY PODCAST: KAI OUT / EZE IN!!!!!!! 57:01

2M ago57:01

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ARSENAL FANS, GET ON THIS RIGHT NOW! We discuss the injury issues with Kai Havertz, then crack into the juiciest story of the window... EZE TO ARSENAL! This is Johnny and Jacob. Buckle up. Get stuck in! If you want to be a member, join here: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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MANCHESTER UNITED (A) - ON THE WHISTLE 1:05:40

2M ago1:05:40

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The very FIRST On the Whistle of the season has LANDED. It’s Pedro, JC, and Kandela. Discussions were spicy after a terrible looking AMAZING victory. We discussed: Gyokeres debut Lack of Zubi / Declan chemistry Odegaard’s new role Timber looking crazy good DAVID RAYA MOTM If you want to get these podcasts LIVE and 48 hours earlier than everyone els…

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EZE AND RODRYGO ON THE ROCKS 1:04:36

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This week, Pedro is joined by Jacob Hawley and Johnny Cochrane for an early-bird therapy session packed with hot takes, transfer angst, and a sprinkle of schadenfreude. The lads gear up for Thursday’s iconic predictions episode — last year’s winner Johnny arrives smug and ready, Jacob’s sharpening his knives, and Pete’s quietly plotting an upset. T…

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GYOKERES HUSHES THE DOUBTERS! 1:05:18

2M ago1:05:18

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Arsenal’s final pre-season game brought the spark we’d been waiting for — Big Vik GYOKERES silenced the doubters with a bruising, goal-filled display, Zubimendi oozed Cesc Fabregas energy in midfield, and Kai Havertz turned up looking like he’d spent the summer living in the gym. Pete and Johnny break down the key performances, the new-look attack,…

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THERAPY SESSION: ANOTHER PRESEASON DOWNER? 56:18

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It's Thursday Therapy time, and the whole gang is in: Pedro, Matt, and Jacob dissect a very odd Arsenal preseason. From standout teen Max Dowman lighting up the Emirates to Viktor Gyokeres’ underwhelming first impression, there’s a lot to chew on. We talk new signings, slow build-up play, chemistry issues, and that horseshoe of doom in possession. …

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MAX DOWMAN SHOW 54:22

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Arsenal smashed Newcastle in pre-season and the boys are BUZZING. 🎙️ On this episode: Max Dowman breaks the internet with a generational performance – is he our Yamal? Viktor Gyökeres gets the Ian Wright seal of approval from Matt – 25-goal season incoming? Mikel Merino the midfielder... but now with goal-scoring powers? Odegaard looking refreshed …

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MONSTER EZE RUMORS - THE PERFECT SUMMER? (LATER DROP) 1:01:23

3M ago1:01:23

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It’s a Friday Therapy Session and the vibes are ✨toxic positive✨. Pedro, Jonny, and Jacob get giddy over Victor Gyökeres taking the iconic 14 shirt and what that means for Arsenal’s striker fortunes. The boys also dig into Eze-mania, the logic behind the Isak non-move, and why this transfer window might be Arteta’s most mature yet. This one is for …

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WINGFIELDER DREAMS FADING? 55:07

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Pedro and Jacob dive into a late-night session after the mood hits rock bottom. Is the Gyökeres deal real or just a smokescreen for something grander? Why are Arsenal quibbling over pennies? And are we really about to watch Madueke fund Xavi Simons to Chelsea? 🔥 Topics include: Isak rumors and why the window feels fishy Arteta vs. Berta: A philosop…

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INTERVIEW SPECIAL: ICONIC NIKE ARSENAL KIT DESIGNER, DRAKE RAMBERG 1:07:26

3M ago1:07:26

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On this special episode of The Arsenal Opinion, we sit down with legendary Nike kit designer Drake Ramberg—the creative mind behind some of the most iconic Arsenal shirts of the '90s and early 2000s. From designing the lightning bolt kit that helped redefine Arsenal’s image, to wild goalkeeper shirts that broke every rule, Drake takes us on a journ…

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MADUEKE, £48.5M, ARE YOU MAD? 1:00:59

3M ago1:00:59

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Pedro and Johnny are back in the AOP studio for a spicy Friday edition that dives straight into the most debated transfer of the summer: Noni Madueke. Is this a shrewd move from Andrea Berta or a head-scratching overpay to help Chelsea out of a PSR jam? We get stuck into: The internet-melting £48.5m fee The mystery of Arsenal’s sudden generosity Wh…

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CROSSOVER THURSDAYS - NICK BRIGHT ON WORKING FOR ARSENAL (EARLY BIRD) CROSSOVER THURSDAYS - NICK BRIGHT ON WORKING FOR ARSENAL 1:13:50

3M ago1:13:50

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This week, we’re bringing the 🔥 with a very special guest — radio & TV presenter, DJ, and lifelong gooner Nick Bright. You might know him from BBC 1Xtra, 5 Live, or Arsenal’s matchday show… now he’s bringing his vibes to AOP! We dive into: 💥 HOTTEST OF TAKES: Rodrygo doubts, Maduéke skepticism, and yes… Nick says Spurs might've had a better window …

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EZE DEAL ETHAN DEPENDENT? THERAPY SPECIAL WITH SAM DEAN (TELEGRAPH) 1:00:13

3M ago1:00:13

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This Arsenal Opinion pod was recorded on Thursday. If you want the audio FRESH, sign up to our: Patreon (7 day free trial): https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion Newsletter: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ This week’s Arsenal Opinion Podcast is a proper therapy session. We welcome Sam Dean from The Telegraph to break down the wild summer so far—s…

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THERAPY SESSION: TOMI EXITS, SESKO STALLS, HEINZE HIRED 1:01:42

3M ago1:01:42

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This Arsenal Opinion was published on Friday - if you want the podcasts earlier sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion The boyz are back for a BIG podcast where they cover off: 🎙️🔥 • New coach hired — is he crazy? 🧠😵 • Šeško deal in jeopardy because of Berta relations 🤝💥 • Arsenal promote top scout from within! 🔍🔼 • Tomi exits Ar…

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TRANSFER DEBRIEF: EZE, GYOKERES VS SESKO (AGAIN), KEPA, AND THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY 1:06:11

3M ago1:06:11

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It’s another crossover special on The Arsenal Opinion Podcast, and this time we’ve dragged the brilliant Suburban Gooner Chris away from the Same Old Arsenal pod and dropped him right into the heat of the AOP mixer. And what a session it was. 🔥 We kick off with some seriously spicy hot takes: Chris believes Eze is Arteta’s 2.0 tactical unlock. Pete…

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EZE AND RODRYGO - IN ONE SUMMER? 40:36

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Matt Kandela joins Pedro for a sizzling summer debrief as the Arsenal transfer window finally ignites. We dig deep into: Why Andrea Berta's chaos might actually be the plan The buzz around Eberechi Eze and what he brings to the 10 role Rodrygo bench drama at Madrid... and what it could mean for Arsenal Kepa as backup keeper – a boringly brilliant m…

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ISAK SHOCKER: ARE LFC MOVING ON STAR? 56:13

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This Arsenal Opinion pod was recorded on Sunday. If you want the audio FRESH, sign up to our: Patreon (7 day free): https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion Newsletter: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ The boys are back for a sizzling Sunday Session—and things are heating up fast in the striker department 🔥 JC and Matt dive deep into the swirling cha…

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THERAPY SESSION: NORGAARD AND MLS SIGN FOR ARSENAL! 58:42

4M ago58:42

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Strap in—this one’s loaded. Pete, Matt Kandela, and Jacob Hawley return for a Thursday therapy session as Arsenal’s transfer window starts to cook. 🔥 In this episode: The Nørgaard Signing – Smart business or boring backup? The lads break down why this quiet midfield move could be pivotal. Myles Lewis-Skelly Signs On – Arsenal’s future captain? We d…

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ZUBI LANDS - BUT CAN ARSENAL WIN THE LEAGUE IF THAT'S IT? 1:04:20

4M ago1:04:20

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This week, we’re joined by Elliot from the ArsenalVision Podcast for a very spicy discussion on Arsenal’s summer so far. We get into: 🔴 Elliot’s SPICY claim: Arsenal are title favourites – even if we don’t sign anyone 🥊 POD BEEF. Kind of. 💥 Zubimendi’s arrival and why it could be the most important deal of the summer 🤝 Agoumé scouting report – is h…

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BOOK REVIEW: MY ARSENAL LIFE 47:35

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On this very special episode of The Arsenal Opinion Podcast, we welcome My Arsenal Life author Martin Wengrow — a lifelong Gooner with over seven decades of matchday stories, transfer heartbreaks, and pure red-and-white devotion under his belt. We dive into: What inspired the book and the role of co-author David Fensome Martin’s early Arsenal memor…

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FIXTURE NIGHTMARE... AGAIN 39:12

4M ago39:12

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Johnny and Matt Kandela are back with a Power 30 episode dissecting the 2024/25 Premier League fixtures. Arsenal’s schedule has dropped, and it’s looking absolutely BRUTAL out the gate. 🎙️ In this snappy but spicy pod: We break down the gauntlet that is Arsenal’s opening six games (spoiler: it's a horror show 😬) Matt throws some 🔥 on the myth that …

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💥 THE SUMMER OF STRIKERS: WHO’S IN, WHO’S OUT? 54:22

4M ago54:22

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It’s a strikerless Friday and the Arsenal Opinion crew are back to make sense of the silence. Pete and Matt dive into the eerie quiet on Arsenal’s main channels, question the sluggishness of summer moves under Andrea Berta, and wonder why contract updates have vanished. 🔥 Hottest of Takes returns with World Club Cup money madness, injury overloads,…

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KEPA SIGNS, SESKO HEATS UP, PARTEY'S EXIT LOOMS? 49:38

4M ago49:38

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It’s a DEBRIEF SUNDAY (ad-free) and the vibes are immaculate, bar some plant-shaming issues. Once the horticultural trauma subsides, Pete and Johnny dive into a juicy slate of Arsenal summer narratives. First up: David Ornstein drops a bomb—Kepa is set to become Arsenal’s backup keeper. The boys dig into what that means for Raya, how it affects the…

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RODRYGO-IS-A-GO-GO! | CROSSOVER THURSDAYS WITH @HIGHBURYSQUAD 1:08:52

4M ago1:08:52

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This week’s crossover episode brings the 🔥 as Pedro and Johnny link up with Sophie from the Highbury Squad for a full-spectrum Arsenal debate. They cover: The Rodrygo to Arsenal rumor—flash in the pan or game-changing move? The state of Arsenal's summer business: urgency, strategy, and the striker question Transfer insights from Sophie’s interview …

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THERAPY SESSION - TWITCHY NEWS DAY. HOLD TIGHT! 52:15

4M ago52:15

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Join Pedro and Jacob Hawley for a Tuesday night therapy session as Arsenal fans grapple with the early days of the transfer window. While other clubs are moving fast, Arsenal supporters are left watching from the sidelines. What's Causing the Stress: Manchester United's rapid business (Mbeumo and Cunha signings) despite their supposed financial str…

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BENJAMIN SESKO IS THE ONE... ARE WE HAPPY? 1:01:53

4M ago1:01:53

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Join us for a special Crossover Thursday edition as we're joined by @FKHanage from Latte Firm to dive deep into the burning question on every Gooner's mind: Is Benjamin Sesko the striker Arsenal desperately needs? In this early bird discussion, we break down the Slovenian forward's potential move to North London, analyzing his playing style, goal-s…

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THERAPY SESH - EUROPA DEBRIEF 1:09:15

5M ago1:09:15

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🎙️ Monster podcast today with Pedro, Jacob, and Matt Scott. It's a proper therapy session — like, I really, really needed it. 💆‍♂️ We discuss: 💸 United financial issues 🏆 Spurs winning – why we don’t care 📣 Arteta banging the Rodrygo table HARD 🔗 Gyökeres getting the dreaded United LINK 🚂 MAX DOWMAN HYPETRAIN Take a listen 🎧 IF YOU LIKE BONUS CONTE…

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2ND PLACE FINISHED - WHY DOES IT FEEL FLAT? 1:11:27

5M ago1:11:27

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Here we GO... our third second-place season in a row. 🥈🥈🥈 Not a trophy, but decent. 👍 Newcastle was a tale of two halves, cliché, but just a warning so you don't lose your mind over the assessment. ⚠️🧠 \We Discussed: 🦨 Smelly first half – what went wrong? 🤕 Thomas Partey and Martin Ødegaard concerns 🧤 DAVID RAYA WITH A HERO PERFORMANCE 🔄 Saliba hoo…

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RODRYGO TO ARSENAL - GOOD OR BAD? 1:06:53

5M ago1:06:53

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🔴 Arsenal Opinion Podcast: Rodrigo, Second Place Stakes, and Summer Transfer Fears It’s Thursday Therapy time on The Arsenal Opinion Podcast, and Pedro is joined by Jacob Hawley to process the emotional hangover of Arsenal’s season. The boys discuss: Why the final home game of the season still matters The high stakes of finishing second vs. third i…

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MINNOWS TO MONSTERS IN 90 MINUTES 1:02:12

5M ago1:02:12

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The On The Whistle crew return to break down a chaotic game at Anfield that could have gone horribly wrong… but didn’t. We dissect a disastrous first half that had latter-day Wenger vibes before the boys fought back with spirit, grit, and a bit of quality. ✅ Martinelli masterclass✅ Merino’s moment of magic… and madness✅ Odegaard signs of life✅ Raya…

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PSG SPECIAL - CAN WE WIN? 58:30

5M ago58:30

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The AOP crew is back in the booth with a surprise drop ahead of Arsenal’s massive second leg against PSG in the Champions League semifinal. Pedro and Johnny come in hot with pre-match nerves, fan rituals, and full-bodied hopium as they dissect what it’ll take for the Gunners to pull off a famous result in Paris. From Champions League heartbreak mem…

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ARTETA MAKES DISASTROUS CHOICES - DO THEY MATTER? 1:03:06

5M ago1:03:06

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Matt, Johnny, and Pedro get into the mixer on a horrible afternoon. 😩🎙️ ALL ON THE MANAGER 🔥👔 Martin Ødegaard issues continue... is he ok? 😕🇳🇴 Frontline flop 😬🎯 Set-piece jokers – where did our superpower go? 🪄❌ Hopes for Paris... are there any? 🤞🇫🇷 Good knee-jerk pod. Hope you are ok! x 💔🎧 *This podcast is a later release. If you want it right aft…

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THERAPY SESSION: REVISITING ODEGAARD SLANDER 1:02:48

5M ago1:02:48

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Arsenal are licking wounds after a 1-0 home loss to PSG, and Pedro’s back with Jacob Hawley to sift through the Champions League aftermath. They dive deep into the Odegaard discourse: is the criticism fair or is the captain just carrying more than we know? There's talk of midfield rotations, the brutal learning curve of Champions League knockout fo…

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PSG THOUGHTS - JOHNNY SOLO SPECIAL 31:53

5M ago31:53

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The actual On The Whistle can be found as part of our members colleciton, but Johnny dropped a special bonus episode last night that we wanted to share. Take a listen and let us know what you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy PETER WOOD

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🔓 PSG | BEFORE THE WHISTLE SPECIAL | UCL SEMI FINAL HYPE 🏆 | MATT & JOHNNY 1:13:13

6M ago1:13:13

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Surprise, my friends! We’re hitting you with a bonus Before the Whistle pod to get the adrenaline pumping ahead of Arsenal’s MASSIVE Champions League semi-final against PSG. Matt and Johnny are in the house, cooking up the hot takes: 🔥 Why Tuesday could set Arsenal on the path to legendary status 🔥 The Arsenal Women pulling off a sensational comeba…