The Obi One Podcast

John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy pick the bones out of Chelsea’s first match of 2025 as their winless run in the league stretches to four matches after a 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace. ‘Hard work’ is John’s buzzword as Nicolas Jackson’s lean spell continues, plus Enzo Maresca’s apparent aversion to substitutions also comes under the microscope as does an injury that threatens to derail the Blues’ season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy kickstart 2025 by looking back over a festive period that wasn’t kind to Chelsea - or Manchester United. John also has his say on Noni Madueke’s recent troubles, his January transfer wish list and weights in on the nightmare that has befallen Ruben Amorim’s start to life at Manchester United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy welcome Arsenal and England great Sol Campbell onto the Obi One Podcast, and the former defender doesn’t disappoint. Campbell, an Invincible with the Gunners in 2003-04, opens up on a range of subjects, from turning his back on management to why he doesn’t believe he gets the credit he deserves. The 73-capped star also unpacks the story of his controversial move from Tottenham to rivals Arsenal and details the underhand tactics that led to his contentious switch across North London. Sol Campbell: unfiltered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy are in London for this week’s Taking the Mikel episode. John meets Chelsea co-owner Behdad Eghbali and enjoys his hospitality as the Blues claim a 2-1 home win over Brentford. So what’s he really like? John reveals all plus the guys discuss Mykhailo Mudryk’s shock failed drugs test and it’s possible ramifications for the player and the club. And there’s plenty of festive cheer as John reminisces about Christmas at the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Steven Bartlett; entrepreneur, speaker, investor, author and the host of the popular ‘The Diary of a CEO’ podcast, is our latest special guest on the Obi One Podcast. Steven talks candidly about the experiences and decisions that shaped his life and career, and reveals the secrets behind his hugely popular podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]