The Official Brighton & Hove Albion Podcast
Inside the mob with Jamie Bannon
Episode notes
Today we have a guest whose journey through the underbelly of the beautiful game will leave you on the edge of your seat. Joining us is Jamie Bannon, a former undercover operative who spent years infiltrating the gritty world of football hooliganism.
In the shadows of stadiums and the chaos of match days, Jamie navigated a dangerous dance, risking it all to understand the inner workings of these notorious hooligan firms. His experiences shed light on the complexities of fandom, tribalism and the lengths some go to for their team.
But what toll did this double life take on Jamie, both physically and emotionally? What revelations did he uncover about the blurred lines between loyalty and violence in the fervent world of football support?
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