Best Bella Jo Podcasts (2024)

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EP07 - Steve & Pepper 39:30

8h ago39:30

39:30

In this week's episode, we explore surprising lessons in compassion from a family dog named Pepper. We dive into how Pepper's ability to express her needs and understands others' emotions challenges our perceptions of effective communication. Join us as we get a sneak peek at Steve and Pepper's relationship, discovering how this spritely Springador…

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EP06 - Nicola & Roy 29:02

7d ago29:02

29:02

This week, we explore the delightful world of Roy, an English bulldog who's become somewhat of a local superstar, with his ‘class clown’ personality and the infectious joy he brings to all that meet him. We'll dive into how this lockdown pup has transformed, from a puppy school dropout to a beloved family member and neighbourhood icon. He’s always …

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EP05 - Hugo & Dancer 35:19

18d ago35:19

35:19

This week we meet Hugo and Dancer and we will be sharing some personal and moving stories. We learn the secrets behind Hugo’s status as the dog whisperer. Hugo describes the incredible power of compassion and protection shown by George, his childhood dog and we find out how Dancer, who with a simple nod from her family, took on the role of dream ca…

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EP04 - Jo & Nellie 30:36

28d ago30:36

30:36

I am so proud of my guests in Episode 4. This is a love story if ever I have heard one. Jo and I have been friends for as long as I can remember and she puts her life and soul into everything she does, this includes working with “a rejected working collie from Ireland” who needed patience and understanding to become her best self. They say that dog…

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Inside Federica Formilli Fendi's Vintage Design Oasis 28:01

22d ago28:01

28:01

In the heart of Rome's Trastevere neighborhood is an enclave of amazign interior design. Triple F is Federica Formilli Fendi's passion project and should be national treasure. For years, Fendi has sought out vintage design pieces, and now she shares them with the public. Join Erica as she talks with Federica about her lifelong passion for vintage f…

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EP03 - Blayne & Tilly 34:36

1M ago34:36

34:36

This week is the result of two chatterboxes getting carried away with talk of acting school, Hamlet and Konstantin Stanislavski (!). We didn't start discussing Tilly, Blayne's brilliant Cockerpoo until 12 minutes in! That's a third of the Pawdcast. Sorry about that. So tune in or fast forward to find out about the white ball of fluff who went from …

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Bringing contemporary art to Palermo with Francesco Pantaleone 30:32

1M ago30:32

30:32

“If you build it, they will come”; even if you have to fly them in yourself. This was Francesco Pantaleone’s mentality as he returned to his native Palermo after years in New York City to launch the city’s first contemporary art gallery. In this episode, Erica and Francesco talk about building an out-this-world constellation of contemporary art and…

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EP02 - Sadie & Carlos 24:49

1M ago24:49

24:49

Strap in tight for the next Emotional Intelligence Pawdcast with Sadie, Carlos and me. Carlos (formerly known as Chaos!) is brilliant fun in our second episode. Taking a break from rearranging the furniture and giving his family little earlobe nibbles, we explore the reason why Staffies are often misunderstood and learn a load about emotions, empat…

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EP01 - Kerris & Bella 32:52

2M ago32:52

32:52

In this, our first Emotional Intelligence Pawdcast, we hear about Bella's adventures with Kerris in North Vancouver. We learn about Bella's secret skills as a tour guide and discover more about neuroplasticity and growth mindset as Kerris describes what it's like to be Bella's two-legged friend.By Emotional Intelligence Pawdcast

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Walks with Stephen Oddo 37:14

2M ago37:14

37:14

All roads lead to Rome, or start from here in the case of Walks, Italy's leader in small group tours. In this episode of Ciao Bella, Erica sits down with Stephen Oddo, co-founder and CEO of Walks, a tourism empire that marries modern “digitourism” with classic small group tours. Steven talks about entrepreneurship, the Walks philosophy, and how his…

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Family Business Banfi Style 37:33

2M ago37:33

37:33

From Italy to America and back again, for Cristina Mariani May, co-CEO of Banfi, the wine business is 100% Italian and American. With a 100 year-old grasp on importing Italian goods to America, Banfi has also been producing one of the top Brunellos for nearlly five decades. In this episode, Erica heads to Castello Banfi near Montalcino to talk fami…

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Talk Como to Me at Bellagio's Villa Serbelloni 41:01

3M ago41:01

41:01

Growing up in a historic five-star hotel on the shores of Lake Como, Jan Bucher is no stranger to the complexities and curiosities of luxury hospitality. As general manager of Bellagio’s Villa Serbelloni, Jan has accepted the four-generations-old torch that is running one of Como’s, and accordingly, the world’s, grandest hotels. Join Erica and Jan …

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The Lady in the Palazzo at Venice's Violino d'Oro 33:36

3M ago33:36

33:36

Sara Maestrelli shares the journey from creation to design of Violino d'Oro, her family's new hotel in Venice. Hosts Erica Firpo talks with Sara Maestrelli about the intricate process of transforming historical buildings into modern hospitality spaces while preserving their heritage.Tune in to discover the secrets behind the lady in the palazzo and…

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So You Want To Be A Digital Nomad in Italy? 19:06

4M ago19:06

19:06

News Flash: Italy has finally greenlit the Digital Nomad Visa! Your dreams of living in Italy are about to become reality. In this short episode, Thea Duncan, Italy relocation expert, joins Erica to break down what the new digital nomad visa is and what it means to you. For show notes and more visit Ciao Bella INSTAGRAM: @ericafirpo TWITTER @moscer…

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Ep. 43 The Murders of Billie-Jo Jenkins 35:45

3M ago35:45

35:45

Billie-Jo Jenkins was a beautiful young girl who had so much potential ahead of her, but unfortunately it was all taken away. While doing simple outside chores, some animal brutally took her life. Police tried to piece together what they could, but it is still unsolved. This is her case, keep her memory alive. For case suggestions or personal stori…

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The Sicilian Inheritance and Jo PIazza 31:01

4M ago31:01

31:01

Murder, mayhem and Sicily, that's author Jo Piazza's stranger than fiction reality which inspired her to write her latest book "The Sicilian Inheritance". In this episode, Jo joins Erica to talk hill towns a 100-year-old family tale, and the best things in being Italian American. JoPiazza.com #TheSiclianInheritance For show notes and more visit Cia…

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Tommaso Cecca and the Culture of Campari 52:47

4M ago52:47

52:47

In an industry where the brightest stars fall the fastest, Campari has been a constant. A landmark of culture and pioneer of innovation, the brand’s trademark location in Milan’s Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II embodies its legacy of quality, family, and, above all, italianità. Erica sits down with Tommaso Cecca, head mixologist of Camparino in Galle…

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Panettone All Year With Chef Roy 33:53

5M ago33:53

33:53

Panettone passion, it's a thing. And chef Roy Shvartzapel elevates this passion into a mission to liberate panettone from its Christmas confinement. From his Southern California panettone production ThisisfromRoy, chef Roy is transforming panettone into a perennial pleasure. Grab a slice as Erica joins Roy to hear his panettone story and how he is …

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Building Art Futures at Florence's Palazzo Strozzi 23:14

5M ago23:14

23:14

Palazzo Strozzi is an amazing Renaissance monument, and since the 2006 opening as Fondazione Palazzo Strozzi, it's an destination for blockbuster exhibits with a lean towards contemporary art. In this episode, Erica talks with General Director Arturo Galansino about Palazzo Strozzi, the importance of today's art in Florence, and the mesmerising Fal…

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Davines' Davide Bollati Talks Sustainability and Beauty 31:07

5M ago31:07

31:07

Davide Bollati, the visionary behind Davines, shares the inspiring journey of transforming haircare to a sustainabiliity pioneer. With a passion for both beauty and environmental consciousness, Davide has redefined industry standards, pioneering eco-friendly practices and natural ingredients. Through his leadership, Davines has become synonymous wi…

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Alpine Aperitivi with Meredith Erickson of DolaDira 29:14

6M ago29:14

29:14

On the heels of her celebrated cookbook, Alpine Cooking, author Meredith Erickson spent six years researching and conjuring a Dolomites-inspired aperitivo. The result is DolaDira, rhubarb and all natural Alpine ingredients inlcuding gentian and elderflower, plus a gorgeous visual campaign that captivated Erica from its corrugated bottle and vintage…

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Pioneering Sicily's Wine With Planeta 37:46

6M ago37:46

37:46

For five centuries, the Planeta family has been growing Sicily, Italy's largest island and a land of incredible wine, creativity and legend. Today, the 17-generation dynasty of Planeta is cultural hub of wine, food, contemporary art and hospitality. Travel to Menfi with Erica and meet Francesca Planeta for a conversation on family, winemaking and 3…

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Ep. 42 The Murders of Suesan and Sheila Knorr 43:26

6M ago43:26

43:26

The Knorr children had each other and that was it. They lived an incredible horrific life with a women name Theresa. She was the one who gave them life and she also took it from them. This is the very tough story of the Knorr children and what they had to go through. For case suggestions or personal stories you can email ydwkpodcast@gmail.com To lo…

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Slow Food, Fast Cars with Lara Gilmore 33:47

7M ago33:47

33:47

Slow Food, Fast Cars, and an incredible, nourishing culture. Erica welcomes back the fabulous Lara Gilmore to talk Modena. From the day Lara arrived in the Emilia Romagna city , it has been the source of inspiration for her. Lara and Erica catch up on her latest book Slow Food, Fast Cars, stories and recipes from Casa Maria Luigia (the luxury bed-a…

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Deconstructing the Myths of Italy With Jenna Spray 40:58

7M ago40:58

40:58

From the outside looking in, there is a lot to be said about Italy, all of which changes when you've had the time to truly immerse yourself in the contemporary Bel Paese. In this episdoe, Ciao Bella production manager Jenna Spray turns the tables and grabs the mic for an interview with Erica and more about deconstructing the myths of Italy. For sho…

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Ep. 41 Hannah Cranna and The Alp 26:58

8M ago26:58

26:58

First things first, trigger warning for anyone who doesn't like sleep paralysis, the end of the episode is not for you. We've got the spooks from the legend of Hannah Hovey and interesting information on a "thing" that might be having an identity crisis. Enjoy! For case suggestions or personal stories you can email ydwkpodcast@gmail.com To look at …

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The Panettone Episode 30:43

9M ago30:43

30:43

If you tell you me you don’t like panettone (aka the Italian Christmas cake), then I’ll tell you that you’ve never had a true, artisanal panettone. This episode is a crazy converstaion about what makes panettone the best, how to eat and why it is iconic. Join Erica with Italy's very best panettone bakers Giovanni Giberti of Pavè Milano, Nicola Oliv…

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Ep. 40 The Kidnapping and Murder of Regina Armstrong 38:01

9M ago38:01

38:01

Bob and Donna were 2 hard working parents. They had 2 beautiful daughters and worked hard for them. On the way to work Bob would drop his daughters off at the babysitter's apartment. His youngest daughter Regina said "I love you Daddy, I'll see you tonight". Bob held onto those words and never let them go. Those were the last words his daughter wou…

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Inside the National Archaeological Museum of Napoli with Director Paolo Giulierini 13:37

9M ago13:37

13:37

Napoli's National Archaeological Museum (MANN) is one of the world’s most important archeological museums in the world and its collection of Ancient Roman artefacts is the very best. Join Erica as she talks with Director Paolo Giulierini about initiatives to bridge the gap between antiquity and modern-day accessibility and education, propelling MAN…

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Caroline Caporossi on Roots 51:11

9M ago51:11

51:11

Caroline Caporossi is a leading social entrepreneur–founder of Modena-based Association for the Integration of Women and Roots, two community projects she founded with chef Jessica Rosval. Molded by a social services career in that has spanned two continents, Caroline has made her Modena life all about empowering migrant women in Italy through culi…

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Building A Culinary Community with Chef Jessica Rosval 32:36

9M ago32:36

32:36

After a chance encounter with Massimo Bottura in Modena, chef Jessica Rosval began Italian culinary journey that began at Osteria Francescana and has led to . recognition as one of the best chefs in Italy. Jessica commands the kitchen at Bottura's award-winning Casa Maria Luigia and is at the helm of CML's newest restaurant Al Gatto Verde. She shar…

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