Living Villa Cappelli
67 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 168 ratingsDirect from Italy! Follow the adventures of two Americans running a villa in Puglia, Italy, and learn all about Italian the culture, people, food and fun. Every week, we’ll share our lives with you and what life in Italy is really like especially for two Americans. From Italian recipes to travel in Italy to interviews with others who share the same Italian spirit, we’ll cover it all. So come along for the ride and discover that life is better when you put a little Italian into it.
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065: Paul Cappelli
September 10, 2020 10:56 - 19 minutes - 22.7 MBSo, full warning, this is not a happy podcast. But I just wanted to say a little about Paul and thank you all for your support. For those of you that don’t know, Paul Cappelli passed away this year after a short battle with cancer. From all of us at the Cappelli family — Steven, Connie, Nikki, Casey, and Logan — we want to thank you all of you so, so much for all your support. His creative, amazing, loving, and bigger-than-life spirit and love for all things Italian will l...
064: Translating Pasta
April 17, 2020 19:24 - 32 minutes - 36.8 MBWe take a lot of pasta names for granted. Sure, we all enjoy “spaghetti,” but do you know what it means? How about “penne” or “fusilli”? In this podcast, we talk about the names of various pastas. And in many cases how the name describes the shape. If you want to see actual pictures of the various pastas, check out all the pics in the show notes. Also, at the end the podcast, we give you a few cooking tips on pasta.
063: Caremongering, the virus, and gardening — oh my!
April 02, 2020 15:10 - 30 minutes - 34.8 MBThe title pretty much says it all. We talk a little more about the coronavirus in Puglia and how Italians are dealing with things. Luckily the medical system here is very good. We talk Caremongering. A wonderful movement started in Canada. Essentially, it is a movement encouraging acts of kindness or assistance, especially to help vulnerable people, during tough times, like the COVID-19 pandemic. And while it’s not an Italian expression, the sentiment is totally Italian. Typically C...
062: Our experience with the coronavirus in Italy.
March 27, 2020 09:43 - 25 minutes - 29.1 MBNot much in the way of show notes for this episode guys. And this might be a trend as we focus more on putting out good audio, and not so much on the show notes, so we can do more podcasts. This episode, we catch you up with what life has been like with the coronavirus here in Italy, and more specifically, Puglia. It is definitely a strange time, but very manageable and fine from our perspective. Do you have a question you'd like answered? Anything we didn't cover? Let us know in the comm...
061: Day in the life of running an Italian Villa
November 11, 2019 19:18 - 35 minutes - 41.3 MBIn this episode, we try to give you a bit of behind the scenes look at what it’s like to run a villa, especially from the tour and vacation rental aspect. We cover all sorts of topics, including: • Breakfasts, as far as what we serve and why a simple breakfast is never a simple breakfast • Laundry. Again, while for most a load of laundry here and there during their week is a normal chore. There’s nothing normal about it when you have 10 bedrooms of sheets and towels to wash each we...
060: Italian Villa Projects
March 22, 2019 10:14 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MBIn this podcast, we catch you up on the projects we’ve been doing at the villa during our “off time” without guests. From major new interviews to unexpected construction, we’ve had a lot going on. Topics we cover: • Paul’s interview on CBS Sunday Morning about olive blight in southern Puglia that is destroying a lot of olive trees • Here are some excerpts from the written story: Olive trees don't just dot the landscape in Puglia, Italy; they define it. They are so impo...
The Top 10 reasons to book an Italian villa for your next celebration
January 26, 2019 15:08 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MBHave a big milestone birthday coming up? Or perhaps an anniversary? Perhaps you’re just looking to travel with a large group of family and friends. Then booking a villa in Italy might is the perfect way to celebrate with family and friends. Here are just a few of the reasons you should book an Italian villa now! 1. It’s more affordable than you think When you stay in a villa in Italy, it will feel like you’re living in luxury, but it’s very affordable. Definitely more affordable...
058: Real News, Fake Food
December 01, 2018 17:40 - 57 minutes - 78.8 MBIn this podcast, we take a dive into the culinary world and explore where there is a lot of “fake food” out there. From doctored extra virgin olive oils and grated cheese to wine and balsamic vinegar, we give you the real news on fake food. Topics we cover: • How we’ve had a few podcast fans visit this year, including Kendra and her new business: www.vida.wine • How often we don’t realize the wool is being pulled over our eyes in regards to food. Here’s a list. Do you have others?...
057: It's Not Only Rock 'n' Roll
November 09, 2018 17:22 - 42 minutes - 59.1 MBWe move outdoors to sit among the olive trees for our second part of our interview with rock ’n’ roll royalty Jenny Boyd. We talk music, creativity, and her book It’s Not Only Rock ’n’ Roll. Topics we cover: • We talk about Jenny’s second husband • The British invasion • How Brits saw America a land of opportunity • What musicians drive was during the creative process, what they experience when writing a son • What part drugs and alcohol played in the creative process • ...
056: Jenny Boyd "Rock 'n' Roll Nobility"
September 19, 2018 19:28 - 1 hour - 83.9 MBWe are finally back after a very very very busy summer. But we couldn't resist making some time to sit down with one of our guests, Jenny Boyd, and talk to her about creative and music and her book It's Not Only Rock 'n' Roll. Topics we cover: • We introduce Jenny Boyd, a recent guest at Villa Cappelli • She wrote the book It’s Not Only Rock and Roll Click here to get a copy. • How Paul grew up with the music Jenny had a first-hand account of this music • How Jenny is a part ...
055: Spring in Puglia
March 22, 2018 17:45 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MBAnother quick catchup episode, talking about spring in Puglia, our new dogs, our spring projects, and other odds and ends of life in our villa in Puglia, Italy. Topics we cover: • How we lost our dog Orso recently • And how we decided to get some new puppies • Mina came to us from a farm in the Mugia • Mina is a girl, which is what Paul wanted • Mina is also a Maremmano, here’s a little about that breed: - An Abruzzo sheepdog - Used for centuries by Italian shepherds to g...
054: Catch-Up Italian Style
December 03, 2017 17:17 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MBAfter a long hiatus (we were super, super busy), we are back with a podcast catching you up on everything that’s been happening since we last broadcast. Have a subject you’d like us to cover, let us know in the comments. Topics we cover: • Our experience being actors in August [caption id="attachment_2164" align="alignleft" width="225"] Our ugly beards![/caption] • How we had to grow our beards out in the middle of a heatwave in August • Our experience on set and the character...
053B: Bonus, Eat Happy Sweepstakes
September 09, 2017 17:03 - 4 minutes - 6.59 MBIf you're seeing this before September 9, 2017, you're in luck and can still enter our amazing Eat Happy Sweepstakes! Just click here to enter If you're seeing this after the fact, please sign up for our mailing list on the right or below this post so you can be notified when we have another sweepstakes! Below is the list of prizes and sales copy if you are interested. Win over $700 in Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil, food, and cookbooks! Prizes include: An autographed copy of ...
053: 21 Things Italians Do Better
August 20, 2017 16:26 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBWhat do we think Italians do better than anyone? Find out in our list below. But first, a couple of notes. While some of you finding this post will read through this as a blog post, please note these are podcast show notes where Paul and Steven discuss their thoughts on the 21 Things Italians Do Better. So hopefully you’ll listen to the podcast as well, so any nuances come through. Also note, when we say Italians, we mean Italians living in Italy. Not Italian-Americans. While a lot ...
052: Small Town Italian Politics
July 02, 2017 15:18 - 39 minutes - 36 MBIn this episode, we catch up with some renovations happening at the villa and Paul’s adventure in local small town Italian politics. Topics we cover: • How we added three new bathrooms upstairs • How we saved a lot of time and money by using existing sewer pipes instead of adding in new ones and new construction to our first floor • How Paul loves using Farrow & Ball paints • Paul’s explanation between dyes and pigments • Impressionist paintings • One villa guest who stay...
051: The Olives and the Grapes, an interview with Kenny White
April 13, 2017 10:49 - 54 minutes - 50 MBKenny White — the pianist, singer/songwriter, producer and arranger — has been in the NYC recording scene for decades. And lucky for us, he recently blessed us with a concert at Villa Cappelli. So we took the time to sit down and get his thoughts on the current music scene, his creative process, and even play a few songs. Topics we cover: • How Paul and Kenny met in the advertising business • The Coke commercial that Paul and Kenny worked on: • How Paul wanted a 60 piece orchestra for...
050: Preparing Asparagus — hunting, buying, and cooking
March 17, 2017 12:57 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBIn this podcast, you’ll learn all about Paul’s hunt for wild asparagus, some tips on how to cook asparagus, and what to look for when buying it in the store. Topics we cover: • How much wild asparagus Paul as been picking Wild Asparagus. Much thinner than the cultivated kind. • Why Paul goes picking on Thursdays • Two ways to cook the asparagus If you steam them or use a “wet cooking method,” they will taste more “green” and grassy While if you roast them or use a “dry cooking ...
049: 15 Strange Things Italians Do
February 22, 2017 15:55 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBTo start with, this should probably have a major subhead: "15 Strange Things Italians Do that are strange to Americans." Because I'm sure they are not strange to any Italian or even other parts of the world. But to two Americans, these are a few of the weird things we've noticed Italians do. Know any others? Let us know in the comments. And don't forget to share this with family and friends who might get a kick out of it. 1. They don't wear seatbelts or use baby seats Not sure if th...
048: Villa Cappelli Guest Chef
February 05, 2017 09:38 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBAfter a long hiatus, we are back to give you updates on happenings at the villa from record snow storms to our latest guests. But most importantly, the amazing experience we had — and hope to continue to have — with a guest chef at Villa Cappelli. Topics we cover: We hosted our annual Thanksgiving dinner at the villa where we cook the turkeys in the wood burning oven Why Italians love our mashed potatoes Our guest chef Teresa who we had visiting us for a month and half How we start...
047: International Nomads Austin and Geneva
December 05, 2016 15:28 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBEnjoy our interview with our recent guests 10-year-old Geneva and her father Austin, who are traveling the world together. Topics we cover: An introduction to Austin and Geneva who made Villa Cappelli a pit stop on their world tour Austin is single father traveling with his daughter Geneva who is 10 years old The most recent cities they've visited after traveling for a year and a half Whether our not they are in the witness protection program Geneva was born in NY She's been to ...
046: The Best Italian Culinary Tour
October 22, 2016 09:33 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBThere are all kinds of Italian Culinary Tours, but we like to think ours is pretty special — that's why I can say "best" because it's ours. So Paul and I fire up the mics to talk about our Culture and Culinary Tour (better name perhaps to be determined). Topics we cover: How busy we've been Two podcast fans, Tom and Mary Deany, stayed with us recently How Paul hasn't changed to his winter drink yet Planting our winter garden Including a Carolina Reaper Paul going crazy foraging ...
045: Non Stereotypical Italian Music with Michael Hynes
September 05, 2016 14:30 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBAt Villa Cappelli, we often surround ourselves with stereotypical Italian music like pizzica or Neopolitan classics, but when guest Michael Hynes visited, we were entertained with the likes of Elton John, Billy Joel and more! It was another magical moment with our guests, and hopefully, the podcast captures even just a little bit of that. Topics we cover: How guests surprise us with their talents here at Villa Cappelli, including our latest guest from Australia, Michael Hynes How Steve...
044: The Amalfi Coastline
July 25, 2016 19:55 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBJoin us on a trip to the Amalfi Coastline, arguably one of the most beautiful places in the world. Learn what we think were definitely the highlights you shouldn't miss. Topics we cover: It was Paul's birthday recently. So we talk about how you used to not be able to sing Happy Birthday on any television show or movie without paying royalties. Though we are not sure that is true any more. Anyone know for sure? Let us know in the comments. How we made very good time traveling from Villa ...
043: Eat Happy with Anna Vocino
July 15, 2016 16:27 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBAnna joins us again for another fun podcast, featuring an amazing day of food shopping with Paul, a delicious lunch, and a fun discussion about her new cookbook Eat Happy. Topics we cover: How Anna's last name is ironic. It translates to "little voice" yet she is a voice over talent. Anna's mission to find stracciatella (more info below) How cheese shops are call caseificio and why The cheese grater also has name based on a similar base The local dialect is influencedd by the diff...
042: Orecchiette with broccoli rabe
June 26, 2016 20:55 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBOrecchiette with broccoli rabe is one of the signature dishes in Puglia. In this podcast, Paul and I are joined by Anna Vocino as we talk all about this amazing dish. Topics we cover: How long it's been since Anna's last visit in person How Paul and I are getting married now that gay marriage is recognized in Italy The different versions and spelling so broccoli rabe For the record, it's spelled rabe, or raab, and sometimes called rapini. In Puglia, it's called cime di rape (roug...
041: Fighting big drug companies with Celebrity Trainer Vinnie Tortorich
June 13, 2016 17:43 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBWe talk with Italian-American trainer to the stars, Vinnie Tortorich, about his life growing up in an Italian family in Louisiana, his NSNG lifestyle and his new Pure Vitamin Club. WARNING: This episode is not family friendly. Any young ones should probably not listen. A little intro to Vinnie: He's Hollywood's go-to guy when it comes to health and fitness. A true celebrity fitness trainer. (He's the guy training all those celebrities to look good on film and television) He's also the ...
040: Ghosts and Gay Weddings in Italy
June 03, 2016 20:08 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBAfter and short break, we are back with a new podcast covering everything from our haunted villa in Puglia to our first gay wedding in Italy at Villa Cappelli. Here are some of the topics we cover: How our first guest of the season, Bud and Pam, where actually fans of the podcast Out guests that week, Penelope and Whitney, who didn't know Bud and Pam, actually ended not only being from the same town but living very near each other. Both Bud and Whitney were former military and Bud act...
039: One of the best authentic Italian meals ever
April 30, 2016 10:55 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBAntichi Sopori is definitely serves one of the best authentic Italian meals ever — really one of the best meals ever period. And, to be perfectly honest, I use the word "authentic" mostly for Google. Because, while these dishes are spectacular, the chef takes traditional Italian foods and refines and redefines them to create totally original tasty little morsels. In other words, while the dishes could have originally come from your grandmother's kitchen, these particular dishes are probabl...
038: Is there Italian food without pasta?
April 22, 2016 17:53 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBWhile that is a bit sacrilegious to talk about Italian food without pasta, it can be done. And rather easily. Anna Vocino, joins us for the second part of her interview where we talking making "noodles" from vegetables and how to eat Italian food without eating sugar or grains. Topics we cover: How Paul has been foraging for wild asparagus this spring What wild asparagus is like How we have been preparing them, including a frittata, a mussel and asparagus frittata, an asparagus and shri...
037: Eating gluten-free in Italy with Anna Vocino
April 16, 2016 17:41 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBWhile Italy is known as the land of pasta and pizza, it is actually very easy to avoid gluten here. Italians are very aware of celiac disease and even have entire grocery store aisles full of gluten-free products. Anna Vocino, a great friend to Villa Cappelli, the voice at the start of every podcast, and a celiac herself, joins us to talk about her experiences visiting Italy. Topics we cover: Anna's stay at Villa Cappelli several years ago Her aunt and uncle renewing their wedding vows i...
036: Sun-Dried Tomato Spread
April 10, 2016 16:50 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBSun-Dried Tomato Spread is probably a product you're not very familiar with, mainly because, as far as we know, we're one of the few people who make it. So we're making a quick episode, as requested by listeners, to explain this product. We'll explain exactly what it is, why you might want to use it, and how to use it. We go into more depth in the podcast, but below are some show notes as well. What is Sun-Dried Tomato Spread? Sun-dried tomatoes blended with extra virgin olive oil and s...
035: Italian Superstitions & Expat Life with Rick Zullo
March 31, 2016 14:49 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBItalian superstitions While Italian superstitions aren't any crazier than any other country's, but they are interesting for someone who didn't grow up with them. We're talking with Rick Zullo today who wrote about a lot of these on his blog which talks about his expat experiences throughout Italy. Topics we cover with Rick: Rick's Italian heritage The Italian-American ghettos created by Italian immigrants in the U.S. How these ghettos kept some traditions more strict than even in Italy...
034: Easter in Italy — Mama Cappelli's Easter memories
March 22, 2016 17:12 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBEaster in Italy Last year we did a whole podcast covering some of the strange and mysterious customs we've experienced in Italy during holy week. You can find that here: http://www.livingvillacappelli.com/easter-in-italy/ This year, we sat down with Paul's mother so she could tell us how they used to celebrate Easter when she was young. She shares some recipes, memories and laughs. Here's a list of all we talk about: Ragu sauce Connie describes her famous ragu sauce recipe. You'll find ...
033: 19 Great Italian Travel Tips
March 12, 2016 23:40 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBThe ol' country is an amazing place to visit, but there's a lot to see and do. So we wanted to provide these easy Italy travel tips for you. While this is not an extensive list by any means, it will give you some basics to help save you time and money when traveling to Italy, and maybe avoid some headaches as well. Topics we cover: First, our new sponsor Audible.com. Sign up and get a free book AND a free 30 day trial membership. Just go to audiletrial.com/cappelli How our last podcast r...
032: Traditional Italian Food — what NOT to do when it comes to Italian food in Italy
March 06, 2016 11:12 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBThere are lots of "rules" when it comes to traditional Italian food. And what you may think would be the same for Italian food in the states can be very different than what you'll find in Italy. Here are 14 things to never do when cooking or eating in Italy. Note: We base our conversation a lot off this original blog post: http://www.retale.com/blog/culinary-sins-according-proper-italian-chefs/ Topics we cover: First, our new sponsor Audible.com. Sign up and get a free book AND a free 30...
031: Why your Italian "food" may not be real food
February 26, 2016 21:43 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBFood fraud is rampant, especially when it comes to big food companies. In this episode, we cover a range of fraud in Italian foods, from coffee to "parmasan" cheese to balsamic vinegar to extra virgin olive oil. Discover why the Italian "food" you may be buying may not really be Italian food at all. Topics we cover: Paul's trip to Florida to take care of some of his mother's affairs Our advice when shipping packages to friends and family in Italy Paul's rant about Starbucks, well his ran...
030: Italian cures for the common cold, fact v. fiction
February 19, 2016 18:37 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MBItalians have some amazing home remedies when you're feeling under the weather. These natural cures have been handed down from generation to generation and for good reason. They actually work. I'll attempt to add a little science to the why and also explore a few traditions that probably won't cure any cold, but are practiced nonetheless. Note: I should state I am not a doctor nor do I play one on TV. All of these "remedies" are cures I've discovered while living in Italy and following the ...
029: Five of our favorite extra virgin olive oil recipes
February 11, 2016 20:29 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBThe newest harvest of extra virgin olive oil is in and to celebrate, Steven gives you five amazing recipes where extra virgin olive oil is the star. Villa Cappelli Pinzimonio Recipe Type: Snack Cuisine: Italian Author: Villa Cappelli Prep time: 15 mins Total time: 15 mins Instead of bread, Italians dip a much healthier alternative— raw, fresh vegetables — into their extra virgin olive oil. Ingredients [url href="http://villacappelli.com/collections/extra-virigin-olive-oil/pro...
028: Terlizzi — a foodie paradise
February 05, 2016 15:06 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBFrom amazing butchers to delicious cheeses to insanely fresh fruit and vegetables, you'll find it all in Terlizzi, Italy. Being our "hometown," it holds a special place in our hearts here at Villa Cappelli. In this episode, we'll take you a short tour of this charming town and what makes it so special — and it's not just the food. Topics we cover: The status of our extra virgin olive oil shipment for this year Whey have to ship our 500 mL bottle's labels all the way from Japan What peop...
027: Is an Italian woman's place only in the kitchen?
January 20, 2016 17:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBWhat role do Italian women play in their society? How about American women? Does it differ? Joe and Andrea Lathe-Vitale return for the second part of our sit down with them around the kitchen table. Things got a little political and we discussed a bit how we have seen women's places in Italian culture and society. Topics we cover: A couple of reasons homes stay in families for so long How Italy does not let anyone go by the wayside — they take care of you How there is only one homele...
026: Hot Sauces & Italian Healthcare
January 08, 2016 19:17 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBLove spicy food? Want to know what the health care system in Italy is like? In this, the first of a two part interview, we discuss both topics with Joe and Andrea Lathe-Vitale. These two are making the big move to Italy as well as making their own line of hot sauces. Finally, near the end of the podcast, we get into how the healthcare is here in Italy compared to the U.S. Click here for 5 fun & delicious places to add spice. Topics we cover: How Andrea and Joe are planning on moving to...
025: Christmas in Italy
December 24, 2015 17:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBWhat's Christmas like in Italy? Well, some traditions are the same and some are very different. We'll take through our experience with this amazing season in Italy. Topics we cover Paul's memories of his family drinking Manhattans in Boston The Italians start celebrating the season on Saint Nicolas day in early December The fact that Saint Nicolas is actually buried here in Bari How the kids get gifts on Saint Nicolas day, Christmas day and on the Epiphany How kids put their shoes o...
024: Thanksgiving Italian Style — turkey in a brick oven and NO pasta!
December 16, 2015 16:29 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBHow do they celebrate Thanksgiving in Italy? Well, they don't. But WE do! So we invited a bunch of friends and family to join us for an American Thanksgiving here at Villa Cappelli. They were all terrified to come as there was no pasta on the menu, but.... Topics we cover Paul's new favorite drink for winter, a Manhattan Why we say the "locusts have descended" when the Italians come to eat Thanksgiving here How the turkey here in Italy broke our first oven A telemarketer calls, and we r...
023: Italy has the world's best sandwich topper (and it's not ketchup!)
November 06, 2015 17:28 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBNot ketchup. Not mayo. Not even mustard. We think the world's best sandwich and hamburger topper is our Red Onion Jam (Cipolon'). After a few shout outs to some fans, we tell you just what goes into making this amazing product and what else you can do with it. Topics we cover: Some help from our fans: Susan W. who let me know the last couple of podcasts were in mono. Sorry guys! Michele who had his own story the Italian last name Esposito and from Episode 005: Italian names: nicknames, f...
022: How to tell if your extra virgin olive oil is really extra virgin
October 18, 2015 18:27 - 34 minutes - 32 MBAfter a short catch up on life at the villa, including a couple of culinary tours and our harvest of peppers, you'll learn about our PLUS method (Price. Label. Understanding. Source) which you can use to help ensure the extra virgin olive oil you are buying is truly extra virgin olive oil. Topics we cover: Why you should always back up your hard drive with an external drive like this one or a cloud based system Our two culinary tours and one bike tour we just had The first culinary tour ...
021: If you love seafood and beaches, you’ll love Puglia, Italy
October 01, 2015 20:51 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBThe second part of our Puglia coast series where you’ll learn all about the southern coastal towns of Puglia, including Bisceglia, Molfetta, Giovinazzo, Poliganano A Mare, and Monopoli, Otranto, Leuca, Gollipoli, Porto Selvaggio and one of the world’s most amazing places to take a swim. So put bring your appetites and bathing suits, and join us on this tour of the Puglia coast. Topics we cover: Bisceglia fish market Why fish from the Adriatic tastes better than fish from the Mediterranean...
020: Why the coast of Puglia, Italy, is the best
September 24, 2015 07:06 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBIn the first part of a two part podcast, you’ll learn all about the northern coastal towns of Puglia and why they are some of the best in the world, including Peschici, Vieste, Margherita di Savoia, Barletta, and Trani. So put on your sunscreen and join us for amazing ports, beaches, seafood and more. Topics we cover Our impression of Peschici and Vieste in the Gargano Why the drives are worth the visit to these towns Why Monte Sant’Angelo is one of the two most important religious sites...
019: Are Italian weddings the best in the world?
September 14, 2015 16:45 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBLearn all about the spectacle of an Italian wedding. From tons of Italian food, to music and dancing, to some interesting traditions, a wedding in Italy is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced. Find out all about them in this podcast. Topics you’ll hear about: Anna Vocino, who does our voice over intro A little about the nearby town of Bitonto The funny thing the priest said at the end of a ceremony we just went to What the wedding spaces are like here Who gets more drunk at wedding...
018: Why southern Italy is better than northern Italy
September 03, 2015 15:32 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBLearn some of the advantages southern Italy has over the northern sections. While most people have visited the northern cities like Rome, Pisa, and Milan, they might not realize what they are missing in the south. Paul and Steven discuss a blog post about this and whether they agree with every point. Topics covered: Paul’s Uncle Guy listening to boxer Nino Binvinito on the radio We discuss why southern Italy is better than northern Italy according to this blog post Why the “economic cris...
017: An Italian feast you have to see (or hear) to believe
August 16, 2015 20:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBLearn all about the feast of the Madonna of Sovereto in Terlizzi and Sovereto in Puglia, Italy. From carts several stories tall to shepherd boys, you’ll feel like you’re in the middle of the celebration. So pour yourself a glass of wine and enjoy the festivities! Topics we cover: The change in Italian clothing in August The difference between a feast and a festival The story of the Madonna of Sovereto The Knights Templars’ frescos in Sovereto What is a “black Madonna” How oxen played ...