In The Shadow Of Vesuvio

Episode 33: Patience Michele and Henry reflect back on a truly special day: June 4th when Napoli lifted their third Scudetto. Both were in the città and give you their different, personal perspectives on the coming together of fans before, during and after the game. A big thank you to all the listeners who have stuck with us on this journey from Not Believing to Belief!  Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 32: E' Succies'We've done it! Not only did Napoli win the Scudetto, an achievement that has eluded us for years and years, but we as a network, as Far From Vesuvius, has finally MET IN PERSON! And how fitting that it was right outside of Stadio Diego Armando Maradona? Producer/Presidente Raffa Rispo leads and closes the pod, but the Main Event is the meat of the show, where Henry meets and chats with the likes of Raffa & papa Rispo, Kirsten, Dan Bowen, members of Glasgow Napoli Club (Curva G) & of course, our ow Michele as we all celebrate Napoli's Scudetto just before kickoff of Napoli-Sampdoria, the final matchday of this spectacular season, and just before we lift the trophy of the Italian Championship in the beautiful Neapolitan sky!Please do support the show by following us at our Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 31: Cracking The Scudetto Nut NAPOLI ARE CHAMPIONS Michele tells us all about being in the Maradona when the Scudetto was sealed and the spontaneous parties in the streets of Naples afterwards. He has had very little sleep but who cares? SIAMO CAMPIONI D'ITALIA!!!  Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 30 - If You Believe Michele and Henry reflect back on some raucous airport celebrations after the last minute win in Turin. Michele jumped on his scooter to join in with the thousands of fans who greeted the team off the plane. He paints a picture of the sights and sounds of yet another iconic moment in this incredible season. The hosts conclude by exploring the emotions behind the ups and downs of the past few weeks. Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 29: Practice What You Preach. Henry and Michele explore the ultra conflict which blighted the 4-0 home loss to Milan. Michele was in Curva B to witness the depressing events but he also walks us through the context to the dispute.  This is *the* show to get you in the picture with the conflict which is more nuanced than it might first appear since it comes direct from city itself. The episode ends for a call for solidarity amongst fans and ultras to resolve the issue and get behind the team.  Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 28 - Fine Wine Michele and Henry reflect on a season that continues to defy even the highest of expectations. Michele tells us more about the Frankfurt crowd trouble and his Father’s Day Special for the Torino match. Our hosts then go deep on the Milan draw, pick some favourite memories from the fixture’s past and reflect on making new memories with those closest to them in this wonderful year. Also 28 is not a number for the faint hearted in Naples!  Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 27 - Feast, Don’t Fast! Henry and Michele return to consider one of the greatest goals scored in SSC Napoli’s history. Kvaradona’s masterpiece was scored right in front of Michele who was sat in Curva B. He gives you the in stadium perspective of this iconic moment. They also look forward to the Frankfurt game and go into detail on the situation with away fans.  Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 26: Mind the Cat Michele and Henry explore the ins and outs of watching the Spezia in a steak restaurant, the San Remo festival, how Napoli Roma changed hearts and minds inside and outside of the città and talk about making plans for the end of the season, no matter what happens.  Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Henry and Michele are back! Here, Henry pushes Michele to go forensic on what Napoli 5 Juve 1 was like in the Stadio Maradona. They explore the chants, the feelings, the sights and, well everything about being there for one of the greatest nights to have ever happened in the stadium. They also find time to reflect on the Coppa Italia loss and consider the relationship between fans ahead of the game against Salernitana.  Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 24: Favours Michele and Henry are back and spend much of the show answering *your* questions. Thank you so much for sending them in and supporting the show. Before this, they spend to time to address the increasing scandal engulfing Juventus and explore the reaction to this news in Naples.  Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

23: Tears Michele and Henry are back! Here Michele picks some memorable moments from the past seven games before going into detail about the emotions of the end of the Udinese game. I ragazzi go deep on a new chant and Henry ponders if this is a wider sign of a new mentality. Some listeners questions are answered and… there’s a Neapolitan phrase of the week as always! Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Enjoy the Watermelon This week Michele and Henry reflect on the atmosphere during the near sold out Bologna match. They address a listener question about club attendance and muse on the nature of football fandom, challenging the notion of ‘occasional’ fans. The guys also look ahead to Roma and have some firm advice for Rangers fans thinking of trying to make it into the stadium on Tuesday. Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Henry and Michele are in a party mood after an excellent weekend for Napoli. Michele reveals the mood of the city at this pause in the season before a mini review of the first nine games takes place. Highlights on the pitch, in the stands and dressing room are chosen and a highly controversial choice is suggested for the spiritual captain of the club. Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week is a very special episode in which Michele and Henry record it in person and together! They are fresh from the pub and talk all things Rangers-Napoli. Pre-match, match and post-match and we kick off with a very special in-pub treat!  Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 18: Don’t Spit At The Sky Michele and Henry are back! We give you a short blast of excitement ahead of Napoli Liverpool. Michele tells us what the Champions League means to the tifosi and the city and Henry talks about going viral. They discuss the reality of being an away fan in Naples before an informative chat about securing away tickets for future European ties. Things tie up with who Michele is most excited to see under lights in a Napoli shirt in Europe. Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Michele and Henry reflect on the first home game of the season and look forward to the friendly against Juve Stabia and the Fiorentina match in the league.  Michele goes deep on the recent history behind Lower Curva tickets and also offers his precise in stadium thoughts on Kvaratskhelia, Osimhen and Kim.  We answer another listener question, give you a Neapolitan phrase of the week and close with some final thoughts on Fiorentina. Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 16: "Giving and Receiving"Michele and Henry look forward to our first home game of the reason against Monza. The guys discuss the importance of August and taking time off and the impact Verona Napoli has had on the city’s expectations. They also chat about Napoli’s new Juve supporting mayor, the importance of ticket prices to fans in the city and we take our second pre-recorded fan question. This week's question comes from Nick Louks (Twitter @nick2cents). Grazie Nick!Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 15: The Meat Under The Pasta Michele and Henry find a small window in their holidays to talk Napoli and the feeling in the city ahead of the new season. Henry has to be brief because his cena is waiting downstairs and he doesn’t want to get in trouble with the Italian in-laws. They do, however, find time to salute Ciro Mertens, go deep on the Neapolitan feelings towards the team ahead of kick off and we answer listener questions. We're pleased to present a new feature! We will be answering at least one listener question every episode. Just send your question in the form of a voice note (try to keep it under a minute, a minute at the most) to Raffa's email [email protected].  Special thanks to Raff Bizzarro for our new logo & graphic! He really is the best! Please do support the show by following us at our brand new Twitter account @ShadowOfVesuvio. In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is the only English podcast that gives you all things SSC Napoli direct from city.We are proud to be part of the Far From Vesuvius Network, so be sure to also follow and support us at @FarFromVesuvius on Twitter.Finally, our hosts can be found on Twitter as well:For some of the best insight into Napoli, today and yesterday, Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio Traveling to Naples and need match tickets? Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets for ALL YOUR NAPOLI TICKET NEEDS!!!And our producer & Presidente, Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the only English language Napoli podcast direct from the city, Henry and Michele are back from their holidays and dive straight into Dimaro reaction. Michele gives the città perspectives on the mercato comings and goings and gauges the mood of Naples ahead of the new season. There’s also time for conversations about gelato and which ex Napoli player is most fond of good times in night spots. A classic ITSOV mixture of the sublime and the ridiculous. We thank you for joining us at the Far From Vesuvius Network, and our new exclusive podcast, IN THE SHADOW OF VESUVIO.Be sure to visit & follow our Twitter page @FarFrom VesuviusAnd also, follow on Twitter our hosts Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio, Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets and producer Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is a game of two halves. Henry and Michele begin with a serious and nuanced discussion about ADL and why he remains so unpopular within the city. Then, our alternative season awards involve plenty of pasta, scooter journeys and imagined trips to Castel dell’Elmo with Ciro and Kat Mertens.  We thank you for joining us at the Far From Vesuvius Network, and our new exclusive podcast, IN THE SHADOW OF VESUVIO.Be sure to visit & follow our Twitter page @FarFromVesuviusAnd also, follow on Twitter our hosts Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio, Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets and producer Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michele and Henry are joined by Ken Cioffredi this week and look back at the season which came to a close with a 3-0 win over Spezia. They explore the feelings of the città over the course of a season which featured many familiar frustrations. Occasional moments of end of term giddiness also punctuate this episode as the team look ahead to next season! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WELCOME TO NAPOLI, DR. BELL!!! In this special episode Michele interviews Henry for a change as they talk about meeting in person for the first time last Sunday! Please enjoy the "In Stadium" perspective of the historic moment in the club as Lorenzo Insigne and Faouzi Ghoulam said goodbye to the home fans. Henry opens up about the experience of being a long distance Napoli fan and coming to the stadium for the first time. Much emotion all round! We'd say Henry's Napoli experience was BELLissima!!! ;) We thank you for joining us at the Far From Vesuvius Network, and our new exclusive podcast, IN THE SHADOW OF VESUVIO.Be sure to visit & follow our Twitter page @FarFrom VesuviusAnd also, follow on Twitter our hosts Dr. Henry Bell @HenryBellCalcio, Michele Borelli @NapoliTickets and producer Raffa Rispo @RaffaNapoli83Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our tenth show, Henry and Michele explore the emotions in the city surrounding Lorenzo Insigne’s upcoming farewell in Napoli’s last home game of the season. Michele gives his typically forthright views on the exit, we share our favourite memories of Lorenzo and also take a look what can be learned for the future from the Torino game. We thank you for joining us at the Far From Vesuvius Network, and our new exclusive podcast, IN THE SHADOW OF VESUVIO Be sure to visit our Twitter page @FarFrom Vesuvius Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Henry and Michele spend the show looking forensically at Napoli fan culture following the protests in and outside of the stadium for the Sassoulo game. They give the first person perspective at what happened before, during and after the match and Michele gives his view as a Napoli based fan. We also look ahead to Champions League football and give some love to the show’s listeners thus far.  We thank you for joining us at the Far From Vesuvius Network, and our new exclusive podcast, IN THE SHADOW OF VESUVIO Be sure to visit our Twitter page @FarFrom Vesuvius Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In The Shadow Of Vesuvio explores all things SSC Napoli in English and direct from the city itself. We explore the disaster of #EmpoliNapoli from the perspective of Michele watching it with his girlfriend’s dad. It was the first time they had watched a game together! We try to cheer ourselves up by also exploring Napoli taking up another sport and go deep on how this team can find more cazzimma like the best SSC Napoli teams from the recent past. We thank you for joining us at the Far From Vesuvius Network, and our new exclusive podcast, IN THE SHADOW OF VESUVIO Be sure to visit our Twitter page @FarFrom Vesuvius Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ciao! Henry and Michele explore a wide range of Calcio, cultural and culinary issues in Napoli following the disappointing result against Roma. #7 on the tombola.Easter in Napoli.Zia Tina’s pastiera - Twitter photo here...be jealous: https://twitter.com/farfromvesuvius/status/1516990009160736769?s=21&t=_m8ODSWdHn03lcxSKvVqdAWatching Napoli with 80 year olds.Luis Vinicio’s Napoli.Ruud Krol.Pasquetta or Calcio?The best place to have pasquetta in Naples. Napoli Roma from the stadium. Surprisingly good crowd. Lively atmosphere pre game. Different feeling to Fiorentina. Get to the stadium early tifosi! The penalty from Curva B perspective.Disappointment infecting the crowd. Scoring too early?The history behind this feeling.Higuain leaving, a transformative betrayal? Second half blues. A silent stadium at full time.Napoli: the greatest support group in the world?Leaving the stadium and decompressing.Jose Mourinho in Naples - respect.Do we care about Empoli?Champions League: a spiritual and financial necessity. What our listeners love about Naples that isn’t football.The importance of Neapolitan language to loving Naples. Neapolitan phrase of the week.And… all Napoli fans welcome! We thank you for joining us at the Far From Vesuvius Network, and our new exclusive podcast, IN THE SHADOW OF VESUVIOBe sure to visit us at our Twitter page @FarFrom Vesuvius and use the hashtag #InTheShadowEnjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In The Shadow of Vesuvio gives you the experience of SSC Napoli in English and direct from Naples! In episode 6, Michele and Henry explore: The Napoli Tombola!Poor home form - a problem with pressure?How being in the stadium helps explain the issues with the team.Rampaging centre backs - no thanks.Zanoli and his walking bootsMichu: the worst signing in Napoli historyPre-game optimismUltra chantingMario Rui - a warm up Pele?Sticking with team no matter what.Feeling free to not stick with the team no matter what.Players that take a bow no matter what.Roma gameTicket pricingClashing with EasterAnd…of course... Neapolitan phrase of the week!!!  Henry's Twitter is @HenryBellCalcioMichele's Twitter is @NapoliTickets We thank you for joining us at the Far From Vesuvius Network, and our new exclusive podcast, IN THE SHADOW OF VESUVIO! Be sure to visit our Twitter page @FarFromVesuvius Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Henry (@HenryBellCalcio) and Michele (@NapoliTickets) welcome one of Far From Vesuvius' founding fathers, Ken Cioffredi (@K_Cioffredi). Michele and Ken are long time buds, so here we get to find out the story of how they know each other.  Also on the docket in running order:What’s the non football news in Naples?That Scudetto Feeling: still there?Henry’s Sardinian mother in law’s verdict!Michele doesn’t believe!Atalanta game!Where did we watch it? INTERVIEW WITH DAN BOWEN Zanoli - what a first startCarpi - the town that no one knows anything aboutPressures of being a Primavera product at Napoli & why soDo the fans in the città like a homegrown player?Gaetano e Zanoili to fill this gap next season? Other thoughts about the gameLove for Juan JesusFiorentina gameCould it be a sell out?Can we see this fixture without 2018 PTSDMichele still doesn’t believe!Neapolitan phrase of the weekDoes Michele actually believe?Tales from Napoli night clubs! We thank you for joining us at the Far From Vesuvius Network, and our new exclusive podcast, IN THE SHADOW OF VESUVIO Be sure to visit our Twitter page @FarFrom Vesuvius Enjoy & #ForzaNapoliSempre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Henry and Michele reflect on a weird week of International Football and look forward to the Atalanta game. More importantly, we take time to celebrate the birth of Ciro Mertens and so much more. Here's our running order: News from NapoliAuguri CiroCiro’s houseWhy Mertens is so lovedMeeting MertensHow good is Hamsik at dancing in Napoli clubs?How to talk to famous peopleNapoli v Italian national team debateWhat’s the point of international football?Impact of international success on Napoli playersTeam news v AtalantaWhy we don’t like GasperiniAnother sold out allocation for NapoliBergamo as a cittàNeapolitan phrase of the weekFiorentina game - a sell out? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 3, the spring weather (and a few other things) has Henry and Michele in a great mood. Their topics of discussion this week? What’s being talked about in Naples.The best place to live in Naples.Is Procida Naples? (No).A spontaneous tribute to Massimo Troisi.Pre game atmosphere.Curva B experience of the first half.Ciro Mertens, man of the people.Spalletti tactical bravery.Curva atmosphere for the goals.Mario Rui - cult hero.The ‘Scudetto Feeling’ in the stadium and city.Listener questions.Neapolitan Phrase of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Bell (@HenryBellCalcio) and Michele (@NapoliTickets) return to give you the Naples angle on all things SSC Napoli. They’re joined by Daniel Bowen (@AzzurroBowen) this week who was in the Away End for the Verona game. This week:- - Watching the game in Naples but not in the stadium. A family affair?- Osimhen, the name on everyone’s lips in the city.- Interview with Daniel Bowen to give you the in stadium perspective of Verona v Napoli- How it feels to hear those chants if you’re from Naples- What can we do to stop this thing from happening - 433 - thanks for listening Luciano!- The Udinese game, selection thoughts and the importance of atmosphere at the Maradona- Neapolitan word of the week Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In The Shadow Of Vesuvio is a new series on the Far From Vesuvius Network hostd by Dr. Henry Bell (@HenryBellCalcio - Twitter). Our goal is to give you the Naples angle behind SSC Napoli, as we sit with folks that are from or in our beautiful city! In this first episode, we talk to Naples resident, Curva B regular and Napoli Twitter legend, Michele Borrelli (@NapoliTickets - Twitter) to give you low-down fresh from the Maradona. explore:- - The return of Curva B to games- Pre match atmosphere in the city and stadium - Curva feelings during the Milan game- What needs to change with the team - Ahead of Sunday, the history of the Verona rivalry- The experience of being a Napoli fan in Verona - Neapolitan word of the week- The best place to drown your sorrows in Naples after a defeat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.