Best Italian Roots Podcasts (2024)

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Uncovering Italian Ancestry: A Journey Through History and DNA 49:39

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Send us a Text Message. When John Vallillo lost his mother in 2005, he had no idea it would ignite a passionate journey into uncovering his Italian roots. Join us as John takes us through the meticulous process of tracing his great-grandfather Giovanni Vallillo's story, including the surprising discovery that Giovanni's name was altered at a cemete…

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IAP 329: The FOLK Doctor is in! Italian Remedies & Reminisces with Zia Rosa! 58:07

3h ago58:07

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Brace yourself for a heartwarming and hilarious journey through Italian American culture as we introduce the newest member of our podcast family, the delightful (folk) Doctor Zia Rosa! This special episode is filled with light-hearted banter as we delve into the rich traditions of Italian nicknames and family bonds, setting the tone for an episode …

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Episode 832: Soul Shakedown Party July 16 (Roots Dream Megamix) 1:45:51

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Playlist: Earl Sixteen – Mister DJ (DATC 12”) Nuwaupu – Marcus Garvey (Total Sounds 7”) Light Of Saba – Lambs Bread Collie (Light Of Saba 12”) Vin Gordon – Kojo Hoy (Hugo Music 12”) Hugh Mundell – Arise & Shine (Conqueror 12”) I Kong – Zion Pathway (Cav Lip 12”) Jah Carlos (Don Carlos) – Black Harmony (Rawse 7”) Zap Pow – River (Zap Pow 12”) Carlto…

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Be Our Guest with Jeff Whiting (Stage Write Software) 25:02

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JEFF WHITING Award-winning director and choreographer, acclaimed as a 'director with a joyous touch' by the New York Times, Jeff Whiting specializes in work for theater, television, special events and concerts around the world, including James Taylor, Bette Midler, Steve Martin, Tony Bennett, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Sting. Jeff is the Owner of th…

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Episode 831: Soul Shakedown Party on Hitz 92 FM Jamaica July 11 57:43

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Plays: Addis Pablo – Mellow Dub Perfect Giddimani – Reggae Saved My Life Omar Perry – Tomorrow People Exile Di Brave – No Interest Carlton Livingston – Sit Around Uwe Banton – Vergebung Hornsman Coyote – Backstabber Anthony B – Bun The Wicked Man Delly Ranks – Take A Look Jah Sun – Leave A Light On Koptiq Sun – Careful King Kalabash – Earth Crisis …

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IAP 328: A Bonafide Movie Star! Brenda Vaccaro On Fame, Famiglia And Everything In Between 1:29:39

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Ever wondered what it’s like to navigate Hollywood’s golden era with icons like Frank Sinatra and Robert Mitchum? What defines the essence of resilience and the enduring power of family bonds? Join us as we sit down with the remarkable Brenda Vaccaro, who takes us on a heartfelt journey through her Italian heritage and family history. Venture into …

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Episode 830: Soul Shakedown Party July 09 1:55:55

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Playlist: Askala Selassie – Survivor Niu Tennici – Lost In Yokohama Villa Ada Posse – Accoraccore Nico Royale – Good Vibes Hierbamala – Magic Bus De Strangers – Cross The River Africa Unite – Uomini Benjammin & 18th Parallel – Warmonger Royal Blu/Kabaka Pyramid/The Autos – Light My Way Damian Marley – Wisemen Protoje – Mariposa Yaadcore/Charlie Bla…

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Episode 829: Soul Shakedown Party on Hitz 92 FM Jamaica July 05 58:10

11d ago58:10

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Playlist: Clive Hylton – Deliver Me Dean Fraser/Ernest Ranglin – Lightning Form The East Dean Fraser – Bullet Train Dub Luciano – It's Me Again Jah Everton Blender – Blend Them Aswad – Roots Rocking (live) Garnett Silk – Zion In A Vision The Autos/Kabaka Pyramid/Royal Blu – Light My Way Jah Lil – Can A Man Cry Mortimer – My Child Rootz Underground …

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Reviving Ancient Traditions: The Renaissance of Calabria’s Silk Industry 35:12

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Send us a Text Message. What happens when you mix age-old traditions with the passion of modern entrepreneurs? Join us as we uncover the inspiring story of Miriam Pugliese, co-owner of Nido di Seta, who left the bustle of Milan to breathe new life into Calabria’s ancient silk industry. Miriam, along with her partners Domenico and Giovanna, transfor…

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Be Our Guest with Adam Martino (Scenes from an Italian Restaurant) 13:38

10d ago13:38

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Adam Martino - Breakaway Entertainment Breakaway Entertainment is a dance entertainment & production company with years of industry experience performing across Canada and abroad. A Musical Theatre Jazz production house, Breakaway Entertainment draws its inspiration from classic 1950s & 1960s performers such as Gene Kelly, Fred Astaire, Frank Valli…

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Episode 828: Soul Shakedown Party July 02 1:57:55

11d ago1:57:55

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Playlist: Dukes Of Roots/Kabaka Pyramid – Feel The Love Christopher Ellis – Lessons Of Love The Blackstones – Selection Train Dean Fraser – Blue Nile Autarchii – Wake Up Little Kirk – Put The Most High Before Exile Di Brave – No Interest Jah Lil – Currency Call Time Broken Clocks – Goldiggahs Broken Clocks – Before You Leave Broken Clocks – If You …

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Episode 827: Soul Shakedown Party on Hitz 92 FM Jamaica June 27 58:43

20d ago58:43

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Playlist: Third World – 1865 Inner Circle – We A Rockers In Crowd – Back A Yard Groundation – Hebron Rootz Underground – Time Is An Illusion Rootz Underground/Ahbi Kuhfa– Love For One & All De Strangers/Prince Allah – Rebel Healing De Strangers/Prince Allah/Paolo Baldini – Dub Healing The Cimarons – Ship Ahoy Black Uhuru – African Love Foundation –…

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Be Our Guest with Elyssia Giancola & Reid Martin (MADAME WINIFRED'S CIRCUS OF WONDERS) 11:18

15d ago11:18

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MADAME WINIFRED'S CIRCUS OF WONDERS Come one, come all, to the show that everyone in the world is talking about! We present to you the most dazzling performances from the wackiest circus ever seen. Embrace the magic and mystery of Madame Winifred's Circus of Wonders! Madame Winifred’s Circus of Wonders was commissioned by Theatre on the Ridge, Care…

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Unveiling Italian Heritage: Sannicandro Di Bari 41:46

15d ago41:46

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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the secrets of Italian genealogy with our guest, John Ruscigno, whose passion for family history was sparked by the remarkable legacy of his 102-year-old grandfather. Faced with language barriers and misinformation, John shares his inspiring tale of perseverance, detailing how he turned to a research company and Ellis…

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IAP 327: Legacy of Little Italy with Ernie Rossi 52:54

18d ago52:54

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We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Ernie Rossi of E. Rossi Company to the newly minted Red Sauce Studio in the heart of Little Italy. With a legacy dating back to 1910, Ernie shares captivating stories about his family's significant contributions to Neapolitan music in America. From his grandfather's early days publishing sheet music to producing recor…

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Episode 826: Soul Shakedown Party June 25 2:00:47

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Playlist: Mikey General – Have Mercy Carlton Livingston – Any Day Lone Ranger – Forward Ever Penthouse Players – Mystic Man Train To Roots – Gaza Train To Roots – Siamo Ancora Qui Train To Roots – Sa Luna Train To Roots – Sardinia De Strangers/Patois Brothers - Warriors De Strangers – Takin' Over De Strangers/Prince Allah – Rebel Healing Rootz Unde…

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Be Our Guest with Jay Hill (Sheila the Musical) 11:56

19d ago11:56

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Sheila the Musical Step back in time to the 1950s and meet Sheila, the quintessential (bearded) housewife. Join her on a hilarious journey of self-discovery, as she shares her powerful vocals and absurd stories, as she learns that there's more to life than just cooking, cleaning, and keeping her husband happy.…

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Be Our Guest with Jewelle Blackman (Rooted: A Musical Poem) 12:23

20d ago12:23

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Jewelle Blackman is a Dora nominated Canadian actor, violinist, singer/songwriter and playwright. Born and bred in Toronto, Jewelle has worked extensively in theatre, television and film across North America. She was most recently seen on Broadway starring as “Persephone” in the Tony and Grammy winning Best Musical HADESTOWN. The same show where sh…

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Be Our Guest with Jerrell L. Henderson 45:43

28d ago45:43

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Jerrell L. Henderson is a Theatre Director, Puppeteer, and African American Theatre Historian and Archivist. Through the mediums of theatre and/or puppetry and film, Jerrell seeks to disrupt generational curses of self-hate (i.e. racism, homophobia, religious intolerance, etc.). Intellectually curious and emotionally dexterous, Jerrell is at home i…

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I Love My Roots 28:52

21d ago28:52

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I love the way this distance made me love my roots again and they really kept me connected. I want to take this rich history, this ancient culture in order to move forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Be Our Guest with Cyrus Sarfaty (Moe A Rap Opera) 13:10

28d ago13:10

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Moe: A Rap Opera A fifteen-year baseball veteran. A world-class lawyer. A World War II spy. "MOE: A Rap Opera" is the rapped-through musical about the enigmatic real-life baseball-player-turned-spy Moe Berg. With its dynamic rhymes, thunderous beats, and meticulous attention to detail, "MOE" tells the story of one of the most fascinating figures in…

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Episode 825: Soul Shakedown Party on Hitz 92 FM Jamaica June 20 58:40

28d ago58:40

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Playlist: Dave & Ansel Collins – Double Barrel Ansel Collins – Ital Stew Peter Tosh – Downpressor Man Penthouse Musicians – Downpressor Man Junior Reid - Mother Move Ras Sherby - Warning Quartiere Coffee/Israel Vibration – Solomon Kingdom Aswad – On & On (Live) George Nooks – Funny How Money Mikey General – Let Love Win Jah Izrehl – Talking About T…

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Be Our Guest with Jewelle Blackman (Boy Boy and the Magic Drum) 12:17

29d ago12:17

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Jewelle Blackman is a Dora nominated Canadian actor, violinist, singer/songwriter and playwright. Born and bred in Toronto, Jewelle has worked extensively in theatre, television and film across North America. She was most recently seen on Broadway starring as “Persephone” in the Tony and Grammy winning Best Musical HADESTOWN. The same show where sh…

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Unlocking the Secrets of Your Emotional DNA with Judy Wilkins-Smith 42:20

26d ago42:20

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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the secrets within your emotional DNA and transform your life with Judy Wilkins-Smith, our esteemed guest, as she guides us through the intricate layers of inherited emotional patterns. You'll discover how thoughts, feelings, and actions passed down through generations shape your decisions and behaviors today. By unde…

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IAP 326: And so, our New Chapter Begins in Little Italy 52:31

26d ago52:31

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Join us in our latest episode as we celebrate the Italian American community and culture from our new Red Sauce Studio in Little Italy, Manhattan. We continue to look towards the future and are excited to see what new adventures we will have with our brand new studio. In this episode we give thanks to those who have helped us get to where we are to…

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Episode 824: Soul Shakedown Party June 18 1:57:19

1M ago1:57:19

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Playlist: Alpheus – Evil Man Dandy Livingstone – They Call Us Legends Laurel Aitken & Mighty Megatons – On The Plantation The Bandulus – West Portland Park Andrès Cotter/Bebe Ferreyra – Nyah Man The Officinalis – Ferry To Ischia North East Ska Jazz Orchestra - Attento The Oldians – Dark Or Black Alvaro S.S. & His Jamming Sessions – My Baby Just Car…

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Be Our Guest with Laura Landauer (Being Celine) 12:31

1M ago12:31

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Laura Landauer is an amazingly diverse entertainer, equally comfortable performing as an actor, singer, or comedian. She has received world wide attention for her spot-on portrayal of Celine Dion. Her short films have appeared on television shows, including Entertainment Tonight, across North America and Europe, and have extensive world-wide viewer…

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Be Our Guest with Claire Rice (Get A Clue) 12:39

1M ago12:39

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Claire Rice I have been a theatre nerd for as long as I can remember. Everything is a big song and dance when I’m around. That’s one reason children have always responded well to me! I started babysitting at 12, and continued to nanny into my 30s, making strong connections with every family. After graduating Randolph Academy for the Performing Arts…

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The Legacy of Italian Roots and Family History 46:36

28d ago46:36

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Send us a Text Message. What if unraveling your family's past could lead you on an unexpected adventure across oceans and through centuries? Join us as Chris Francese, a passionate member of the Italian American Association of the Township of Ocean, recounts his incredible journey into his Italian lineage, all sparked by a simple school project. Th…

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Be Our Guest with Andrew Rannells (Gutenberg The Musical Cast Album) 26:13

1M ago26:13

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Andrew Rannells is an actor, singer, performer, and the author of Too Much Is Not Enough. A Tony, Drama Desk, and Critics Choice Award nominee and Grammy winner, he originated the role of Elder Price in The Book of Mormon and has starred in Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Hamilton, Falsettos, and The Boys in the Band. On the small screen, he has appeare…

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Episode 823: Soul Shakedown Party on Hitz 92 FM Jamaica June 13: Dennis Brown 58:51

1M ago58:51

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Playlist: Dennis Brown – No Man Is An Island Dennis Brown – Musical Heatwave Dennis Brown – In Their Own Way Dennis Brown – Praise Without Raise Dennis Brown – Can't Keep A Good Man Down Dennis Brown – Westbound Train Dennis Brown – Money In My Pocket Dennis Brown – Do I Worry Dennis Brown – Three Meals A Day Dennis Brown – Don't Want To Be No Gene…

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Heritage Stories and Culinary Traditions 46:14

30d ago46:14

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Send us a Text Message. Ready to uncover the rich tapestry of Italian and American genealogy? Join us as we embark on a fascinating journey with Jack and Mary Ciaccia, tracing Jack’s roots back to the regions of Taranto and Messina in Sicily, and Mary’s lineage to the early American settlers of Jamestown in 1608. Discover connections to notable fig…

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IAP 325: It’s the Grand Opening at Red Sauce Studio! 1:06:41

1M ago1:06:41

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Ciao Paesani and welcome to an exciting new era for the Italian American Podcast, because we are broadcasting from our brand new Red Sauce Studio in the heart of Little Italy, Manhattan. Join us as we celebrate this exciting new chapter with Pat, Rosella, John, and Dolores reuniting hours before the ribbon cutting ceremony that will officially open…

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Episode 822: Soul Shakedown Party June 11 1:54:23

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Playlist: Romain Virgo – Switch You On Romain Virgo – Just Like That Twan Tee/Warrior King – Bridges Warrior King – Ragga Ragga Etana – Grateful Etana - Thankful Marcia Griffiths – Looking Up Shanique Marie – Save You Anthony Cruz – Can I Call You Rose Chisco/Luvespone – Dem A Chat Chisco – Igloo Chisco/Luca D – Resistance Siz & The Tallawah – Down…

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Be Our Guest wtih Andrew Seok (Rosamund A New Musical) 12:53

1M ago12:53

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Andrew Seok Born and raised in Toronto, Canada, Andrew Seok began his career as a Musical Theatre Singer & Composer, branching out into Singer / Songwriter, Record Producer, TV / Film Composer, Theatre Creator, and Filmmaker. He is currently the Artistic Director of Eclipse Theatre Company which he co-runs with Artistic Producer, Chilina Kennedy. W…

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Be Our Guest with Kirk Cambridge-Del Pesche (June 2024) 56:09

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KIRK CAMBRIDGE-DEL PESCHE hails from the beautiful West Indies archipelago of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. He proudly boasts an eclectic blend of ethnicities. With a portfolio that includes work with MAC Cosmetics, BareMinerals, Broadway; Tours; TV; Boston Ballet; Boston Lyrics Opera; Opera Company of Philadelphia; Boston Symphony Orchestra; N…

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Episode 821: Soul Shakedown Party on Hitz 92 FM Jamaica June 06 58:58

1M ago58:58

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Playlist: Nadine Sutherland – Queen (Acoustic) Clinton Fraron – Positive Minds Etana – Roots Jemere Morgan – Higher We Go UB40 – Say Nothing Andy Mittoo/Dennis Bovell – After Tonight Natural Black – Willie Lynch Syndrome U Brown – Rootsman Party U Roy – Natty Don't Fear I Roy – Sen Us Little Power Oh Jah Joseph Cotton – Reggae Music Quandajai – Fol…

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Unveiling the Past: Italian and Chinese Ancestry 53:29

1M ago53:29

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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered what it takes to trace your family roots across continents and eras? Join us on an enthralling journey with our special guest, Stephanie Larimore, as she uncovers the layers of her multicultural heritage. From starting her genealogical quest with 23andMe to delving deep into Ancestry, Stephanie's adventure reve…

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Episode 820: Soul Shakedown Party June 04 1:58:26

2M ago1:58:26

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Playlist: Clinton Fearon – Free People Chant Protoje/Zion I Kings – Weed & Tings Zion I Kings – Weed & Tings Dub Jesse Royal – Time Don't Change Subatomic Sound/Mykal Rose/Hollie Cook – Put Down The Gun OBF/Iration Steppas – Love Sound System Zambeze – Glory In Fyah Ines Pardo – Papa Said Linval Thompson – Marcus Garvey Says Marumba – Tour Bus Maru…

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IAP 324: IAP on GUI: Celebrating 2 Million Followers at ‘Growing Up Italian' with Sal “The Voice” Valentinetti 43:21

2M ago43:21

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When our Paesani at ‘Growing Up Italian’ invited us to join them in celebrating their two millionth follower on Instagram, little did we know we’d end up in a conversation as enjoyable as the one we had with Sal “The Voice” Valentinetti! One we enjoyed so much that we decided to share it with you, our loyal listeners, as the last audio-only episode…

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