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We recorded this on the eve of the Carabao Cup Final and due some tech issues it has been published after the result, which disappointingly the gunners lost 2-0... Still, onwards and upwards! This new podcast brings into play a football discussion at its heart with an overflow into some of the hot political subjects. Do let us know what you think as our plan is to do this new podcast on a regular basis.

Can the Cyprus deadlock finally be broken. On the back of the stunning Presidential election results there is renewed hope that Cyprus can move forward to the benefit of all Cypriots. Kemal Baykalli joins host Fevzi Hussein for some Cyprus hard-talk!

So another International Women's Day passes. We were really lucky to be in the company of 3 amazing women - all Turkish Cypriots, and we chewed the cud touching on various issues that impact on the sisterhood. Sit back, relax and listen! Subscribe to Bandofla for more.

The Trilogy is here.. With the wait for the new season almost over the dream team are back. Ahmet Orhan and Aydan Nevzat give a really insightful look into issues which many Arsenal fans will be talking about. This podcast does not hide the fact the we think the world of Mikel Arteta so if you are one of those moany AFTV lot you might want to jog on...lol We also have an international flavour with both guests commenting on the Fenerbahce managerial appoint which sees Jose Mourinhio and he hasn't wasted time instilling the 'world is against us' mentality that served his teams so well in the past. Hayde Fener!

Well, we have been talking about it for a while and it's finally happened. The Tories are finally toast and Labour have come through to win a landslide election. There were notable scalps on the on the Tory side with high profile losses such as the wonderful Liz Truss and equally charming Jacob Reece-Smogg..... Don't forget to subscribe and thank you to all of you who have been joining us on Spotify and YouTube. Just search Bandofla...     Adios!

The Glaxon has finally sounded over the 14 year Tory rule in Government. Thank god for that I hear our listeners sigh.. Sunak's announcement has left many of his Tory colleagues bewildered, but the truth it the writing has been on the wall for some time now. In addition to our political summary, we offer our thoughts on the latest in Palestine and more unspeakable atrocities being carried out by the IDF. We also reference some brilliant work being done by @rebuildGaza and would encourage listeners to support the work they are doing. On other matters football fans are asking where it will be coming home this time... the short answer is probably not, but we wish Gareth and his team the best of luck - one word of warning; the knives are already for England's black players. The headlines after the Iceland defeat make this all clear and we will be watching this very closely. Hope you enjoy the episode - smash a like and don't forget to subscribe to Bandofla. Adios!

Bandofla offers its thoughts on the latest Israel-Palestine issue and the War on Gaza. Our programme also tips our hat to people like Owen Jones and the UK Ambassador for Palestine Husam Zomlot. There really isn't much more to say so have a listen and see what you think. Remember love always wins over hate! Don't forget to the spread the message of Bandofla and get any like-minded friends and family to subscribe on Twitter and YouTube..

Back by popular demand to assess how the Gunners have started this season are Aydan Nevzat and Ahmet Orhan. Aydan, born in a vintage Arsenal year - yes you guessed it, the Invincible year and Ahmet a veteran of 60 seasons following the Gunners both give their views on the Premiership start, Arteta tactics, injuries, new signings and much more. Don't forget to Subscribe to Bandofla on Spotify and YouTube to get automatic notifications of new material. VAMOS!

So how do you react when your Oncologist just breaks the news to you that you have Cancer? As if that is tough enough - but, what happens to you as a person when you have had this message broken to you a third time? This is the inspiring and uplifting Emi Kayserioglu who remains as upbeat as ever when talking about her cancer episodes, which includes having to go through a double-masectomy. You can hear this exclusive episode here on Spotify and the video is available to watch on YouTube. For those who are inspired and want to send Emi messages of support she can be followed on Twitter @Eminations

The big game is tomorrow and Sarina Wiegman is on the verge of making history - with the Euros already in the bag she is one win away from footballing immortality. Lindsay England joins Bandofla from her base in Sidney, Australia to give some wonderful insight into what she expects to happen in the final. What's your prediction?

The title of this episode is deliberately coded to make you wonder what Bandofla is up to this time...lol Well, on this episode we delve into local politics and explore the fury raging in a local residents group in a leaft London suburb. It is never good when a local council gets into the bad books of a residents group and that is exactly what has happened here with even loyal Labour voters feeling disgruntled with their Labour-run council. In other news we touch on the significance of Windrush Day and the 75 anniversary and World Refugee Day with two very contrasting stories hitting the news. We round things up with a big plug to some wonderful charities and appeal to the generostiy of listeners, wherever you are in the world!

Well, we have been promising listeners an episode dedicated to the 'Arse' and the amazing season that the club has had this year. To help us chew the cud we have a veteran of 60 seasons going to watch the Arsenal in Ahmet Suleyman - contrast this with Aydan Nevzat who was born in 2004, just days after Patrick Vieira lifted the league crown after the club had made history by going the whole season unbeaten, and who matches Ahmet's passion with his wonderful enthusiasm and love for Arsenal Football Club. Smash a like, subscribe to Bandofla on Spotify and YouTube. Thanks

This episode takes a deep dive into Turkish politics and the recent elections that took place in Turkey. We explore issues ranging from Recep Tayyip Erdogan's legacy, his prospects in the second round run-off, his opponents, the economy, migration, international relations and more widely Turkey's standing in the international community. Helping us explore these subjects are journalists and political commentators with a diverse range of opinions. Please subscribe to Bandofla on YouTube and smash a like if you like what you see. Our thanks to Emine Kayserilioglu, Ertan Karpazli and Edward Rowe for joining Bandofla on Episode 60. Smash a like & subscribe to get latest updates on new episodes.

Well, here in the UK we all got an extra bank holiday so don't knock it! But in truth, when there are so many families genuinely struggling to put food on the table was it a good idea for £100M of tax payers money to be spent on this right royal p1ss-up? We also touch on the recent local elections and the absolute wonderful hammering that the Tories got. Don't forget to subscribe to our Spotify & YouTube channels.

Amar Soofi lives in Watford, UK and his mission in life at the moment is simple. He is coping with a malignant brain tumour and he is keen to share his journey and open the eyes of the Muslim community to overcome the stigma of Cancer, which is still very prevalent in some Muslim communities. The bottom line is more and more of us are touched by Cancer every day. Many fortuntely smash the illness out of the park and Soofi shows how important PMA is - PMA is Positive Mental Attitude. Half the battle is always in the mind. There are some big plugs on this episode for special people and special groups. #Macmillan #OurForgottenNeighbours #StreetKindUK