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On the final episode of the 2019-2020 season, the Korean Gooners recap the highs of winning the FA Cup. They talk about the tactics that Mikel Arteta used to exploit Chelsea's back line, who came out as winners and losers of the match, and then get into what Arsenal need to do with a short offseason before starting up again in September. They also discuss some transfer rumors and deals around the EPL before moving on to the European mini-tournaments that will cap the season. Albert goes with some tried and true picks for the Europa and Champions League while Michael highlights possible dark horses. Finally, for Tavern Watchlist Albert prepared for the end of It's Okay to Not be Okay and shared about a recent terrible movie experience.

This is the season finale of the Korean Gooners Show's first season. Thank you very much for listening and see you in September! Please stay safe and healthy.

On this interview special, Managing Editor Michael speaks with Ryan Walters, the founder of KLeagueUnited, a site dedicated to covering the K League. They talk about how Ryan became interested in football and what made him decide to start covering the K League for all the foreign fans in Korea. Over the past five years, the site has grown exponentially and Ryan shares about how he and his colleagues have gotten the opportunity to work with the K League in an official capacity. During the COVID19 pandemic, Ryan has been able to cover the K League as the league was first to resume after delaying the beginning of the season in February. Ryan details the safety precautions being taken in Korea and how he and the players feel about the league playing before empty stadiums as fans stay home during the pandemic. Finally, Ryan gives his thoughts on the current K League season and gives his thoughts on the title race, ACL spots, and promotion challengers. To finish, Michael recommends a show to give Ryan some nostalgia for Chicago and then Ryan shares his recent Netflix favorite.

On this episode of the Korean Gooners Show, Albert and Michael get together to talk about the FA Cup final between Arsenal and Chelsea. They start by wrapping up the EPL season and their feelings about Arsenal's disappointing season. Michael and Albert then name the winners and losers of the EPL season, talk about some intriguing newcomers, and make fearless predictions about next season. On the FA Cup final preview segment, Albert and Michael debate the starting XI that will allow Arsenal to lift the FA Cup on Saturday. Finally, the Tavern Watchlist includes Albert's K-Drama update and a movie recommendation that Michael watched recently. We hope you enjoy this conversation and are staying safe and healthy.

On this episode of the Korean Gooners Show, Albert and Michael get together to talk about the FA Cup final between Arsenal and Chelsea. They start by wrapping up the EPL season and their feelings about Arsenal's disappointing season. Michael and Albert then name the winners and losers of the EPL season, talk about some intriguing newcomers, and make fearless predictions about next season. On the FA Cup final preview segment, Albert and Michael debate the starting XI that will allow Arsenal to lift the FA Cup on Saturday. Finally, the Tavern Watchlist includes Albert's K-Drama update and a movie recommendation that Michael watched recently. We hope you enjoy this conversation and are staying safe and healthy.

On this episode of the Korean Gooners Show, Albert and Michael are joined by Tavern contributor Kevin. Kev joins us to talk about his love of Manchester United, as he talks about how Park Jisung gave him the perfect avenue to fall in love with the club when he started watching footie in 2006. As always, Kev brings the heat as he roasts Arsenal and Tottenham a bit and then the crew gets into discussing the current fabric of the Korean National Team and how it will move forward in the next few years. Finally, the Tavern Watchlist includes Michael and Albert's new shared drama, Kev's favorite recent anime, and what Kevin has been reading in light of the recent Black Lives Matter protests. We hope you enjoy this episode and are staying safe and healthy.

On this episode of the Korean Gooners Show, Michael and Albert are joined by the Korean Spur, Bennett, to break down the North London Derby. The crew talk about Tottenham's fortunes since Project Restart, the resurfacing of some of Jose Mourinho's troubling habits, as well as their thoughts on both Arsenal and Spurs' European hopes. The conversation is free-flowing, as Bennett brings interesting topics to the table such as who is the most promising young British striker and what he thinks should be done about the Guendouzi situation. Other EPL topics include Manchester United's return to form with a scary midfield and Chelsea's embarrassment of attacking riches for next season. Finally, on the Tavern Watchlist, the crew discusses Bennett's recent K-Drama interest, Albert's newest show he's starting, and Michael's continuing love of The Chi. We hope you enjoy this conversation and are staying safe and healthy.

On this week's episode of the Korean Gooners Show, Michael and Albert talk about Korean players in Europe and the K League. They discuss names like Kim Minjae, Lee Jaesung, Hwang Heechan and other players in Europe who may be linked with transfers or could benefit from a chance at a new club. In terms of the K League, they get into some of the promising young talent who may have the chance to earn a move abroad based on their strong play recently. They also discuss some European transfer rumors related to the Premier League, what would be Arsenal's dream summer transfers, and how Arsenal's recent form has been after the resumption of the season. On the Tavern Watchlist, Albert adds some of his recent Korean variety show discoveries and Michael talks about two dramas he's been watching. We hope you enjoy the episode and are staying safe and healthy.

On this episode of the Korean Gooners Show, Michael and Albert are joined by LAFC Tigers Supporters Group leader and Chelsea fan Sujin Lee. They begin the pod by talking about the protests going on after the death of George Floyd. As an exercise, the group spends 8:46 talking about potential reforms needed across the country in the wake of continued police brutality towards the black community. The 8:46 is significant because this was the amount of time George Floyd was on the ground begging for air before he passed away. 

On Tavern Storytime, the group gets into how Sujin became a Chelsea fan and discuss the heated rivalry between Chelsea and Arsenal. Some topics include most hated and admired players across both teams, Sujin's thoughts on Frank Lampard as manager, the youth movement at Chelsea, and the huge transfer rumors for Chelsea. Finally, on the Tavern Watchlist the group recommends a movie, TV show, and documentary to watch that will help listeners understand the current climate in our country better. We hope you enjoy the podcast and are staying safe and healthy.

On this episode of the Korean Gooners Show, Michael and Albert are joined by Korean-American football journalist Steve Han from Goal Korea. Steve shares about the many different clubs he enjoys watching, up and coming Korean players to keep an eye on, and talks about the beginnings of the K League season. In addition, Steve shares about his career as a journalist and gives advice for those looking to get involved in sports journalism.

Because Steve is an Angeleno through and through, Albert asks Steve about watching Kobe and his thoughts on Kobe's legacy. Finally, the Tavern Watchlist gets into the Korean hip hop scene. There might even be some transfer rumors at the end. We hope you enjoy this episode and are staying safe and healthy.

On this episode of the Korean Gooners Show, Managing Editor Michael and Tavern Contributor Albert get back to their roots and talk football together. They talk about the opening weeks of the K League season and their first impressions of the play. They discuss some of the exciting players and storylines from the return of the Bundesliga. The final football topic is Arsenal and how the club should approach player acquisitions and departures this summer. On a more serious note, Michael and Albert talk about the recent deaths of George Floyd and Hana Kimura and what issues they reflect in our society. We hope you enjoy the podcast and are staying safe and healthy.