Arsenal Musings Podcast

Arsenal Musings

Having produced his final podcast as Gooner editor just before Covid struck in 2020, Kevin Whitcher is back hosting some Arsenal fan opinion in the company of some fellow old Gunners-supporting codgers. arsenalmusings.substack.com

Episodes

  1. FEB 20

    Old Git Gooners Podcast #12 – 19th February 2026

    Old Git Gooners Podcast #12 About This Episode Former Gooner Editor Kevin Whitcher is joined by Former Gooner Editor Kevin Whitcher is joined by Simon Rose, Tony Madden and Andreas Kokkinos for a critical assessment of Arsenal's recent struggles, tactical concerns, and the challenges ahead. Topics Discussed Season Assessment & Recent Form Arsenal's title challenge assessment: where do things stand? Analyzing the Wolves collapse and what it reveals Handbrake mentality: playing with fear and not finishing teams off Havertz's absence coinciding with Arsenal's recent poor run Individual Performance & Tactics Raya's costly errors: coming off his line unnecessarily Player form concerns across the squad The captaincy debate: comparing Rice vs Odegaard's leadership credentials Arteta's tactical rigidity and over-coaching critique Defensive Vulnerabilities Set piece defensive weaknesses exposed by Brentford Off-Field Issues Ticket price increase and new price categories announcement Looking Ahead North London derby predictions Hosts & Guests Kevin Whitcher - Former Gooner Editor Simon Rose Tony Madden Andreas Kokkinos Links & Resources New Book Release Arsenal On The Edge: The dramatic story of the 2024/25 season Co-written by Kevin Whitcher and Alex Fynnhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Arsenal-Edge-dramatic-story-season/dp/1785909967 Subscribe to Arsenal Musings Get Kevin Whitcher's post-match thoughts and Arsenal articles delivered to your inboxhttps://arsenalmusings.substack.com/ Part of the Old Git Gooners Podcast series - bringing you passionate, knowledgeable Arsenal discussion Get full access to Arsenal Musings at arsenalmusings.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 6m
  2. FEB 6

    Old Git Gooners Podcast #11 - 5th February 2026

    Old Git Gooners Podcast Episode 11 5th February 2026 Former Gooner Editor Kevin Whitcher is joined by Charlie Ashmore, Simon Cardwell, and Steve Pye for an in-depth discussion on Arsenal's squad dynamics, tactical considerations, and upcoming challenges. TOPICS DISCUSSED The return of Kai Havertz and what it means for Arsenal's attack Forward line rotation options: exploring the alternatives Assessing the impact of Mikel Merino's absence Would signing Julian Alvarez work out for Arsenal? Any changes since the post-Manchester United defeat team meeting? What does Arsenal's reliance on set pieces say about modern football? Potential midfield overload risk with Rice and Zubimendi together Potential Champions League Round of 16 opponents Does the upcoming fixture schedule present a real opportunity for Arsenal?  LINKS & RESOURCES Current Book Release Arsenal On The Edge: The dramatic story of the 2024/25 season - Co-written by Kevin Whitcher and Alex Fynn https://www.amazon.co.uk/Arsenal-Edge-dramatic-story-season/dp/1785909967   Steve Pye's Writing That 1980s Sports Blog on The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/sport/that-1980s-sports-blog   Simon Cardwell's Podcast Music Maps Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@musicmapsE17/podcasts Also available on all major podcast platforms   Subscribe to Arsenal Musings Get Kevin Whitcher's post-match thoughts and Arsenal articles delivered to your inbox: https://arsenalmusings.substack.com/  --- Part of the Old Git Gooners Podcast series - bringing you passionate, knowledgeable Arsenal discussion Get full access to Arsenal Musings at arsenalmusings.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 15m
  3. JAN 23

    Old Git Gooners Podcast #10 - 22nd January 2026

    Old Git Gooners Podcast #10 Date: 22nd January 2026 ABOUT THIS EPISODE Former Gooner Editor Kevin Whitcher is joined by Martin Ling, Alex Croft, and Frank Whitcher for another lively discussion about all things Arsenal. TOPICS DISCUSSED Arsenal's European Campaign - Breaking down Arsenal's impressive away win against Inter Milan - Martinelli's European brilliance contrasted with his Premier League struggles Squad & Player Analysis - Gabriel Jesus: Should Arsenal extend his contract or sell in the summer? - Viktor Gyökeres: Examining his adaptation struggles and the demands of the Premier League - Kai Havertz: Managing his injury concerns and reintegration into the squad Tactical Insights - Arsenal's ongoing frustrations when facing defensive low blocks - The appointment of a throw-in coach and what it means for the team Fan Culture - Home fan behaviour and its impact on team performance during the Liverpool draw HOST - Kevin Whitcher - Former Gooner Editor - Martin Ling - Alex Croft - Frank Whitcher LINKS & RESOURCES Current Book Release Arsenal On The Edge: The dramatic story of the 2024/25 season Co-written by Kevin Whitcher and Alex Fynn https://www.amazon.co.uk/Arsenal-Edge-dramatic-story-season/dp/1785909967 Signed copies by Alan Smith & Adrian Clarke available from behind the bar at the Tollington pub on Hornsey Road. Martin Ling - Indie Legend Listen to the legendary indie band Serious Drinking featuring Martin Ling's Sinatra-esque vocals on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/4JWjHFFPYXoLLFVFv82KID?si=GJQhQPeqTZKgXSkbW3Am0Q Subscribe to Arsenal Musings Get Kevin Whitcher's post-match thoughts and Arsenal articles delivered to your inbox: https://arsenalmusings.substack.com/ --- Part of the Old Git Gooners Podcast series - bringing you passionate, knowledgeable Arsenal discussion Get full access to Arsenal Musings at arsenalmusings.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 12m
  4. 12/05/2025

    Old Git Gooners Podcast #7 - 4th December 2025

    Old Git Gooners Podcast #7 - 4th December 2025 Kevin Whitcher in conversation with Marc Ollington, David Oudot and Basti Wocker Former Gooner Editor Kevin Whitcher is joined by former onlinegooner podcast regulars to reflect on Arsenal's recent performances and look ahead to upcoming fixtures. Topics Discussed: Current feeling about Arsenal after a tough series of gamesArsenal's calculating tactics to eat the clockNeuer v Raya - A battle of the sweeper keepersWould a Seaman or Raya approach to keeper positioning be preferable?Arsenal's full backs being taller than centre backs v BrentfordEze or Odegaard to play against Villa?Is Eze really effective as a left sided attacker?Will Villa mirror the tactics of Sunderland and Chelsea?Memories of the parachuting Villa Santa that cost Arsenal the 1999 titleBukayo Saka's new contract reportedly agreedTribute to the sadly departed Steve Ashford, the Highbury Spy Links: Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KUiRIqqFxi4 Book: Arsenal On The Edge - the dramatic story of the 2024/25 season https://www.amazon.co.uk/Arsenal-Edge-dramatic-story-season/dp/1785909967 Also available at the Tollington Arms, Hornsey Road (near the Emirates) Subscribe for free to Arsenal Musings on Substack: https://arsenalmusings.substack.com/ Basti Wocker's autobiography - Joy of Addiction: https://www.amazon.co.uk/JOY-ADDICTION-Confessions-teenage-wastrel/dp/1739991303 Steve Ashford celebrating Thierry Henry goal (from 2m 17s): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UuLRCmeMcMs Get full access to Arsenal Musings at arsenalmusings.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 3m

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Having produced his final podcast as Gooner editor just before Covid struck in 2020, Kevin Whitcher is back hosting some Arsenal fan opinion in the company of some fellow old Gunners-supporting codgers. arsenalmusings.substack.com

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