The Loose Cannons

Episodes

1. 25

   10,000 foot view

   In this episode of the Loose Cannons Podcast, Vijay and I have a fun and unstructured conversation about Arsenal's fortunes on and off the pitch as we take a big picture view on our tactics, players, transfer dealings, and a whole lot of other stuff. The episode definitely has a feel of two...

   Feb 23, 2021

   2h 07m
2. 24

   Reflection and introspection

   Almost a year into Arteta’s reign at Arsenal and the feeling of optimism seems to be on the wane. As the teams attacking flair fades, so do fans’ hopes of success. Artetaball has not yet taken shape though, an it will be interesting to see if the new manager has some more tricks up his sleeve for...

   Nov 15, 2020

   1h 09m
3. 23

   Sorry, who is at the wheel?

   A first premier league win at Old Trafford since 2006! Wow! Join us as we dissect how Arteta's Arsenal dominated the red devils in their own backyard to come away with 3 points. #COYG

   Nov 5, 2020

   1h 11m
4. 22

   Good ebening again?

   Arteta's reluctance to play expansive attacking football has brought about unwanted comparisons to a certain ex-Arsenal manager (its not Wenger, I promise you) and with fans questioning his tactics, it is important that we bounce back from the defeat to the Foxes and get a result at Old Trafford....

   Nov 1, 2020

   1h 12m
5. 21

   United they stand divided we fall...? #ARSvMUTD

   A preview to the game against Man United with Vijay and guest star Rudrajeet Sarkar as we look at the perspective of the Man United fans as they prepare for the game against Arsenal..!!! Hope Bruno Penaldez does not get any opportunities from the spot against us...! #COYG #Arsenal #AFCvsMUFC

   Oct 31, 2020

   1h 04m
6. 20

   A false striker, faltering goalkeeper and 350,000 other problems!

   Join Jayson and me in this episode as we look back at the week that was after the loss at Man City and the narrow win over Rapid Vienna. We also take time to discuss the situation with our enigmatic playmaker Mesut Ozil. Will he ever play for us again? What the hell is going on??! #COYG #Arsenal

   Oct 25, 2020

   1h 38m
7. 19

   Its Partey time!!!! #NoThomasNoPartey

   Join us for Vijay's return as we talk about the 2 Liverpool games, the win against Sheffield United, and then wax lyrical on the club's acquisition of Thomas Partey on deadline day! #COYG #NoThomasNoPartey #Arsenal

   Oct 11, 2020

   1h 47m
8. 18

   We've got our Arsenal Back (Again)!!

   Join us for another stellar discussion as we discuss the win over Fulham and Auba's new contract among the other wonderful things happening at Arsenal! #COYG

   Sep 19, 2020

   47m
9. 17

   The Tulsa Gooners!

   In this special episode, I interview lifelong Gooners and members of the Tulsa Gooners fan club - Jayson Klassen and Corey Crandall. We chat about Arsenal's class, history and some bits about Wenger before we talk about the Tulsa Gooners located at George's Pub in Tulsa, OK. We also do a quick...

   Sep 12, 2020

   49m
10. 16

    Season Review 2019-2020. Good Riddance!

    Its good to be back! In this episode, Vijay and I go through what was a long and tumultuous season for us. Join us as we look at where things went wrong and how we managed to salvage the season with a record 14th FA Cup victory! #COYG #ArsenalFC

    Sep 2, 2020

    1h 08m
11. 15

    Covid-19 and the Premier League

    Join us for another special episode where we interview Spurs and Liverpool fans to get their take on how the season should end and what they think of the new in-game rules to help combat Covid-19. Send us your questions and any feedback at https://twitter.com/cannons_loose. #COYG #Arsenal...

    May 25, 2020

    53m
12. 14

    Special Episode - Arsenal Bangalore

    On this week's special episode, Vijay and I are joined by Vinay Prabhakar - General Secretary of Arsenal Bangalore. Tune in to listen to Vinay's journey as an Arsenal fan and all the work his team does to run this vibrant fan club, bringing a sense of community to all of us gooners. Follow them…

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    May 17, 2020

    45m
13. 13

    Best Player - Emirates Era (Part 2)

    Things get a little heated in part 2 of this special segment as we finally determine who, in our opinion, is the best player of the Emirates era at Arsenal! #topofthepile #COYG #Arsenal

    Apr 23, 2020

    1h 27m
14. 12

    Best Player - Emirates Era (Part 1)

    In these apocalyptic times, with no football being played, Vijay and I make a list of candidates for the title of best player in the Emirates era at Arsenal. As we pit one player against another, we rewind the clock and look at their impact on the club. Come join us and give us your opinion on…

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    Apr 19, 2020

    1h 02m
15. 11

    #UnbeatenIn2020!

    As Arsenal made their comeback from their winter break, so do Vijay and I from our lengthy time off from podcasting. Back with a bang, back with a 4-0 victory against Newcastle at the Emirates and yet to taste defeat in 2020! As the only PL club to remain unbeaten this year, do we have our…

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    Feb 22, 2020

    1h 08m
16. 10

    A point apiece

    We are back to covering premier league action after Arsenal travelled to Crystal Palace and battled hard for a point. I am joined by Vijay as we delve into the specifics of the game and the Aubameyang red card while taking a glance at our future under Arteta. With performances being largely...

    Jan 11, 2020

    49m
17. 9

    New Decade, new beginnings!

    As we step into 2020, Arsenal have recorded their first home win in quite a while and the players look like a team again. Arteta's arrival has sparked something in Arsenal hearts, fans and players alike, and we are rearing to go again. Have happy times returned to the Emirates? Time will tell…

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    Jan 5, 2020

    1h 12m
18. 8

    The real London derby!!

    After a relatively long hiatus, and with Vijay still on holiday, we have something very special planned for this episode. Join me and long term Chelsea fan Sagnik Das as we discuss the similar fates of the two London clubs over the course of this season and what we are likely to see during the 90...

    Dec 29, 2019

    1h 00m
19. 7

    Freddie's First Foray

    Freddie's first outing as interim manager was at Norwich this weekend, with the Gunners settling for a draw against the Canaries. Vijay and I are back again to discuss what we saw against Norwich and what we can expect to see from Freddie's Arsenal teams in the weeks to come!

    Dec 7, 2019

    41m
20. 6

    #EMERYISOUT

    After a long hiatus, Vijay and I are back to discuss the sacking of Unai Emery. #theloosecannonsareback

    Dec 2, 2019

    1h 19m
21. 5

    Is it time to go?

    Vijay and I are back again this week as we discuss Emery's future at the club (again) and why we think he should not (or should) be given more time at the club to turn things around. Is it time? Is this "good ebbening" for Emery? Time will tell, but it isn't looking good! Reach out to us with...

    Nov 5, 2019

    59m
22. 4

    Muddled in mediocrity

    In the hope that this episode is more entertaining than the football we've been playing, Vijay and I are back from the international break to talk about Emery and the Ozil conundrum and the general malaise around the club. Given that this is a football podcast, there is also a brief discussion...

    Oct 28, 2019

    1h 10m
23. 3

    One Nil to the Arsenal

    In this week's segment, Vijay and I discuss the dull Bournemouth game, Ozil's absence from the squad and what that means for the rest of the season, the rise of Martinelli, and Emery's cautious and defensive approach to games. Arsenal are 3rd in the table and with an international break on the...

    Oct 9, 2019

    50m
24. 2

    Dreary Draw or Saucy Stalemate

    In this episode, Vijay and I breakdown the captain situation at Arsenal before looking at the various positives and negatives of the United game. We talk a bit about our next few fixtures, Emery's future at the club and team predictions for the midweek Europa League game.

    Oct 3, 2019

    51m
25. 1

    Heroes and Villans

    In the very first episode of the podcast, I am joined by my friend and long-term Gooner, Vijay, as we talk about our journeys as Arsenal fans and the highs and lows of supporting the club. We discuss the transfer window, behind the scenes changes at the club, and Unai Emery's tactics and team...

    Sep 27, 2019

    54m