The Calcio Diaries

Intrepid football adventurer, storyteller, and connoisseur of culture, Joseph O’Sullivan brings his Calcio Diaries to life through a six-part podcast series and accompanying diary entries, where he delves into the soul of Italian calcio, exploring what makes the beautiful game a national obsession.In part two of The Calcio Diaries, we find Joseph discovering the beauty of Lombardia as he travels through Bergamo, Como, Monza and Milan in search of everything that one of Italy’s most beguiling regions has to offer.

Intrepid football traveller Joseph O'Sullivan finds himself in Piedmont as Novara FC takes on one of Italy's most historic clubs, Pro Vercelli, in what is known as the Rice Derby."

This week Joseph O'Sullivan, football's answer to Stanley Tucci ventures to the glorious region of Emilia Romagna in search of Football and lots of food, It's an epic journey which takes him through cities such as Bologna, Modena and Parma.

This week, we find intrepid football explorer Joseph O'Sullivan in the birthplace of the Renaissance: Florence.He takes to the streets of the famous city to explore and discover its culture, food, and wine and witness a Welsh Invasion of sorts as The New Saints F.C. takes on Fiorentina in the UEFA Conference League.

The last episode of The Calcio Diaries sees our very own Joseph O 'Sullivan embark on an adventure to one of the true homes of football, Naples. There will be dodging motorbikes on bustling streets to savour the city’s iconic pizza; this journey captures the essence of Naples through the lens of a calcio tourist. Discover the legacy of Maradona, the passionate pride of the locals, and the hidden gems that make this city a must-visit destination. Whether it’s exploring Diego-inspired shrines, enjoying late-night cocktails in Bellini Square, or soaking in the coastal beauty of Ischia, Napoli promises an unforgettable experience.This is the story of Calcio, Culture and Chaos in one of the world's most unique cities.