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  • Arsenal in the Community with Myles Lewis Skelly. Plus: Per Mertesacker, Freddie Hudson, AWFC Sports Personalities
    2025/12/17
    What is Arsenal in the community and what work does it do? This week’s episode of The Dispatch sees us sitting down with Arsenal’s Director of Community Freddie Hudson for an exclusive conversation about the work of his team and the values that drive it. Over the course of an in-depth discussion, Freddie speaks to Frim and Josh about his 37 years at the club and how the work of Arsenal in the Community impacts supporters in north London and around the world. We also hear from Myles Lewis-Skelly, who looks back fondly on the time he spent doing work experience with the community team. The conversation followed Saturday’s Premier League fixture vs Wolves, that saw us celebrate 40 years of Arsenal in the Community with a number of different activities in the Hub and at Emirates Stadium. Elsewhere in the episode, we preview Chloe Kelly’s nomination for BBC Sports Personality of the Year ahead of Thursday night’s ceremony and point to Michelle Agyemang and Mariona Caldentey’s nomination for Young Sports Personality of the Year and World Sport Star respectively. Friend of the show Per Mertesacker also features, speaking to Josh about the philosophy and principles that define his leadership of our academy. For more on Arsenal in the Community, the latest Gunners news and a full video version of this podcast head to Arsenal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    41 分
  • Behind the Scenes at Sobha Realty Training Centre with Ethan Nwaneri, David Raya and Gabriel Jesus
    2025/12/10
    his week, The Dispatch is taking you somewhere you may never have been before… behind the scenes at Sobha Realty Training Centre. Josh and Frimmy head to our training ground to give you a rare glimpse into what goes on during a club media day - chatting to players, uncovering a few training-ground secrets, and exploring the spots where mics and cameras usually aren’t allowed. You’ll hear from Ethan Nwaneri on his unusual Christmas traditions, David Raya on staying focused, and Gabriel Jesus on his return to first-team action. Plus, our hosts break down the signing of Ecuadorian twins Edwin and Holger Quintero and look ahead to the Champions League trip to Bruges. You can find the latest Arsenal news, and watch the full video version of this podcast over at Arsenal.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    25 分
  • “It’s nice to get into the rhythm again” Ødegaard on returning from injury. Plus, Chelsea reflection and 'The Double' at the FSAs
    2025/12/03
    It’s been a huge week for Arsenal, and Frimmy and Josh are back on The Dispatch to take us behind the scenes at the club. With three massive games against Chelsea, Bayern Munich, and Tottenham now behind them, the boys reflect on the visit to Stamford Bridge whilst looking ahead to Wednesday’s home clash versus Brentford. We also hear from captain Martin Ødegaard, who shares his thoughts with Josh on those matches and what it feels like to return to action after injury. There’s plenty to celebrate too, as Arsenal scooped “The Double” at the Football Supporters’ Awards, with Alessia Russo and Declan Rice both picking up Player of the Year honours. You’ll hear exclusively from both winners on the podcast. Emma Holbrook also joins to discuss Arsenal Women’s return this weekend versus Liverpool, as well as giving the inside scoop at the club. For the latest Arsenal news and to watch the full video version of this show head to Arsenal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    31 分
  • The inside view on THAT North London Derby. Plus: hear from Arteta, Trossard and Podolski!
    2025/11/26
    Following our 4-1 victory in the North London Derby, there was little need to persuade Josh and Frim to head back into the studio for another episode. The latest edition of The Dispatch arrives during a big week for our men’s team and we’re back with a jam-packed instalment to match, bringing you the latest news and behind-the-scenes insight from Emirates Stadium. Our hosts reflect on that emphatic victory over Spurs and Ebere Eze’s stunning hat-trick, lifting the lid on what it was like to witness that breath-taking performance from the stadium sidelines. We also have exclusive words from goalscorer Leandro Trossard and manager Mikel Arteta on Hincapié’s sensational debut. Our attention then turns to the Champions League and tonight’s huge game against fellow pace-setters Bayern Munich. Ahead of the tie, the pair look back on some of their favourite European nights at Emirates Stadium and discuss recent clashes with the German giants. Josh also sits down with former Gunner and World Cup winer Lukas Podolski, who shares the story of his first call with Arsène Wenger, what convinced him to join the Gunners, and whether we might see him back at the club in an official role. Follow The Dispatch now so you never miss an episode, and head to Arsenal.com for the full video version and the latest Gunners news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    31 分
  • Arteta Speaks Ahead of the North London Derby
    2025/11/21
    In this special edition of The Dispatch, we bring you the full press conference from manager Mikel Arteta ahead of the North London Derby against Tottenham Hotspur. Arteta provides updates on the latest injury news, including the fitness of Gabriel Magalhães. He also shares his thoughts on the team’s approach to the match against Spurs. We will face Tottenham at the Emirates Stadium at 16:30 on Sunday, 23 November 2025. For more of the latest Arsenal news head to Arsenal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    22 分
  • Martin Odegaard prepares for Spurs, Declan Rice talks set pieces and Per Mertesacker sings!
    2025/11/20
    Three massive names join us on this week’s episode of The Dispatch – and that’s not even counting Frim and Josh. Declan Rice drops in to discuss set pieces, squad depth and how he’s continuing to sharpen his game. Later on, Martin Odegaard looks ahead to Sunday’s North London Derby, while reflecting on his recovery from injury and Norway’s qualification for the 2026 World Cup. And if that’s not enough, we’ve got an exclusive preview of the next Colney Carpool, starring our Academy Manager and former centre-back Per Mertesacker. Prepare for an unforgettable version of DJ Otzi’s “Hey Baby.” This week is all about the build-up to Sunday’s clash at against Spurs. We take you behind the scenes for the latest news, insights and a few surprises along the way. As always, you can catch the full video episode over at Arsenal.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    29 分
  • Noni Madueke Exclusive: Navigating social media backlash. Plus Saliba on self-improvement and the latest from Arsenal Women
    2025/11/12
    Frim and Josh are back in with the latest from behind the scenes at Arsenal with another instalment of The Dispatch. From inside the Emirates, this week’s podcast is jam-packed with player interviews, matchday stories and a look at what happens at Sobha Realty Training Centre when first-team players depart during the international break. You’ll hear directly from William Saliba on how he’s developed as a player and a person during his time at Arsenal, while Noni Madueke speaks to Frim about his entry into the club and his connection with the supporters in the stadium. Elsewhere, Arsenal Women content producer Emma Holbrook drops in to discuss the atmosphere at Emirates Stadium during Saturday’s WSL clash with Chelsea and looks ahead to a big game in the Champions League away to Bayern Munich. If that wasn’t enough, friend of the show Gianluca Freschi is back with his regular rundown of the content to look out for on Arsenal channels - from a Day In The Life with David Raya, to Ben White on dogs. Make sure you're following this podcast in your favourite podcast app so you never miss an episode and watch the full video version at ⁠https://www.arsenal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    29 分
  • David Raya: Record breaker! Plus picking up a win in Prague and Kim Little prepares for Chelsea
    2025/11/07
    Join Josh and Frimmy, behind the scenes at the Emirates during a huge week for both men’s at women’s teams at Arsenal. Episode 2 of The Dispatch: The Official Arsenal Podcast, is once again packed with stories, stats and insider intel, the latest instalment of our new show lifts the lid on what it’s like to travel with the first-team on a European away day. What’s more, we hear directly from Arsenal Women captain Kim Little in the build-up to our WSL clash vs Chelsea this weekend. Our hosts round off the show by looking ahead to our trip to Stadium of Light to face Sunderland in the Premier League and explore how the heroic exploits of our current backline compare to defensive units of the past. Make sure you're following this podcast in your favourite podcast app so you never miss an episode and watch the full video version at https://www.arsenal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    28 分