Best Catrin Skaperdas Podcasts (2024)

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Workout Culture in Italy - Head of Curriculum at Barry's Milan Offers Insights into the Italian Fitness Scene 31:48

4h ago31:48

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(VIDEO AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE) Discover the vibrant world of workout culture in Italy, and join host Catrin Skaperdas and guest Gabriele Tortorella - Head of Curriculum at Barry's Milan - as they laugh their way through a conversation about Italian culture inclusive of: Athleisure in Italy Boutique fitness studios in Italy What time Barry…

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Becoming an Adult in Italy - What Age are Italians Considered Adults? How Hard is the Driving Test? Is Getting a Job at 18 Easy? Freelancer or Employer? 48:56

19d ago48:56

48:56

(VIDEO AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE) Sharing her journey between childhood and adulthood in Italy - full of cultural differences that shocked our American host - is Federica Mutti. Content Creator (47k+ YouTube), Published Author, and Co-Founder of MUNU Communications Agency. From describing the university experience, to when Italians typically…

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An Italian Living in the U.S. - Comparing Cultural Differences Between Italy and America, like College Graduation Ceremonies 44:19

1M ago44:19

44:19

(VIDEO AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE) As an Italian living in America for over two years, Michele D’Innella has noticed plenty of interesting cultural differences between the U.S. and Italy. His unique experiences - having gone to law school in both countries - make his perspective fascinating as he brings us unique tidbits about Italian culture…

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Mental Health and Sex Therapy in Italy - What's the Stigma, How to Get Help, What Care is Available, and How to Become a Clinical Psychologist and Sex Therapist 42:25

2M ago42:25

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(VIDEO AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE) (TW: Mentions of suicide and sex) Helping us navigate the mental health system in Italy is Donatella Fiacchino, an Italian clinical psychologist and sex therapist. Whether you're considering relocating to Italy or simply curious about the differences in mental healthcare, this episode offers a fascinating gl…

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Venice Through the Eyes of a Local - Avoid Getting Pickpocketed, Identify Tourist Traps, and Learn the Origins of Ciao, Spritz, and Fascinating Historical Anecdotes about Italy 51:22

2M ago51:22

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(VIDEO AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE) Visitors of Venice (past, current, and future) will gain a lot of uncommonly told info about "Venezia," as it's known in Italy, in this episode. "Attenzione pickpocket!" Whether you want to know more about that viral TikTok sound, the truth about "La Dolce Vita," or if Italians really use gondola's to get ar…

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Growing Up Black in Italy - Stefania Okereke's Journey from Childhood in Cremona to Producing a Show with Amazon Prime that Taught her the Italian Food Fun Facts she Shares 50:15

2M ago50:15

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(VIDEO AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE) Stefania Okereke gets deep about her experience as a Black woman that grew up in Cremona, Italy, but not before she shares delicious details about Italian food that she learned while touring Italy to produce a show with Amazon Prime: the first time Stefania saw pappardelle, how to cook a perfect bistecca all…

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Tips for Learning Italian - Make Friends and Find a Job in Italy, Avoid Apartment Hunting Nightmares, and Embrace the Italian Culture 39:27

3M ago39:27

39:27

(VIDEO AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE) Trying to learn Italian, dream of learning the language, or have Italian roots? Roberto Cittadini, an Italian teacher for 30 years, explains why learning the language is the key to unlocking Italy. Imagine understanding Italian conversations around you, appreciating the culture more, and making Italian frien…

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The Truth Behind Italy's Food Culture - What You Might Not Know About Italian Food and Secrets of the Meat Industry Revealed by the Director of Food For Profit 45:48

3M ago45:48

45:48

Food is all-around better in Italy than everywhere else in the world... or is it? Pablo D’Ambrosi, Director of Food For Profit, exposes the meat industry in a way you've probably never heard before. An Italian living in London and an American living in Italy start the chat by getting into reactions when telling people you live in a different countr…

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Work-Life Balance in Italy - Spotify Executive Discusses Office Culture in Italy vs America and Motherhood in Italy 55:37

4M ago55:37

55:37

(VIDEO AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE) The ghost town phenomenon of August in Milan, the sentence that if missing will get a resume thrown away in Italy, and the names you can't legally give to an Italian child are all part of this entertaining and factual chat with Federica Tremolada, General Manager of Europe, Spotify. Federica has the unique e…

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All About Chocolate and Gelato in Italy - Sweet Tips for Finding Great Gelato in Italy and Unveiling Italian Chocolate Recipes with Mr. Venchi 45:54

4M ago45:54

45:54

(VIDEO AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE) Serious gelato and chocolate cravings might occur after listening to this episode with not-your-average chocolatier, G.B. Mantelli of Venchi, the most important chocolate boutique in Italy in the 19th century. Become proficient in picking out quality gelato and get advice to ensure you're eating real chocola…

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Buon Appetito - Italian Restaurant Details Including Etiquette, Menus (Km0), Bread, Waiters, Paying, and Tipping 47:48

5M ago47:48

47:48

Master eating like a local in Italy by understanding how Italian food is regional, the differences between a trattoria, an osteria, and a restaurant, what Km0 and Slow Food mean on a menu, and when to cut the spaghetti (...never... the answer is never). Join host Catrin Skaperdas and Piedmont Cook and Restauranteur Marco Massaia as they have an ent…

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Experience an Italian Spa - Wellness and Self-Care in Italy Explained by Cofounder of QC Spa of Wonders (Formerly QC Terme) 50:11

5M ago50:11

50:11

Gain an inside perspective on Italian wellness (or in Italian: "benessere") and how Italian's approach self-care. Dive into fascinating insights about Italian culture that are reflected in Italian spas, like the importance of silence and the presence of public displays of affection, while distinct philosophies of wellness between Italy and the U.S.…

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Mamma Mia - Decode Italian Hand Gestures, Accents and Onomatopoeias with Polyglot Artist Maddalena Mazzaferri from Rome, Italy 47:48

6M ago47:48

47:48

Laugh along with us while learning essential Italian words and sounds to avoid awkward misunderstandings, impressive regional accents that sound entirely different (e.g. Milanese vs. Roman), and the Italian hand gestures that non-Italians use, but might not fully understand. Join host Catrin Skaperdas and polyglot artist Maddalena Mazzaferri as the…

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Trailer 1:41

6M ago1:41

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Entertaining and Insightful Conversations about Italian Culture On Italian, For Sure, host Catrin Skaperdas (an American living in Italy) interviews Italians about the Italian society and culture, spreading accurate information about Italy with Italian people in an entertaining way. Italian, For Sure is the perfect podcast for anyone seeking a deep…

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ITALIAN, FOR SURE | The Podcast About Italian Culture full of Conversations with Italians in Italy

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Workout Culture in Italy - Head of Curriculum at Barry's Milan Offers Insights into the Italian Fitness Scene 31:48

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Becoming an Adult in Italy - What Age are Italians Considered Adults? How Hard is the Driving Test? Is Getting a Job at 18 Easy? Freelancer or Employer? 48:56

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An Italian Living in the U.S. - Comparing Cultural Differences Between Italy and America, like College Graduation Ceremonies 44:19

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Mental Health and Sex Therapy in Italy - What's the Stigma, How to Get Help, What Care is Available, and How to Become a Clinical Psychologist and Sex Therapist 42:25

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Venice Through the Eyes of a Local - Avoid Getting Pickpocketed, Identify Tourist Traps, and Learn the Origins of Ciao, Spritz, and Fascinating Historical Anecdotes about Italy 51:22

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Growing Up Black in Italy - Stefania Okereke's Journey from Childhood in Cremona to Producing a Show with Amazon Prime that Taught her the Italian Food Fun Facts she Shares 50:15

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Tips for Learning Italian - Make Friends and Find a Job in Italy, Avoid Apartment Hunting Nightmares, and Embrace the Italian Culture 39:27

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The Truth Behind Italy's Food Culture - What You Might Not Know About Italian Food and Secrets of the Meat Industry Revealed by the Director of Food For Profit 45:48

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Work-Life Balance in Italy - Spotify Executive Discusses Office Culture in Italy vs America and Motherhood in Italy 55:37

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All About Chocolate and Gelato in Italy - Sweet Tips for Finding Great Gelato in Italy and Unveiling Italian Chocolate Recipes with Mr. Venchi 45:54

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Buon Appetito - Italian Restaurant Details Including Etiquette, Menus (Km0), Bread, Waiters, Paying, and Tipping 47:48

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Experience an Italian Spa - Wellness and Self-Care in Italy Explained by Cofounder of QC Spa of Wonders (Formerly QC Terme) 50:11

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Mamma Mia - Decode Italian Hand Gestures, Accents and Onomatopoeias with Polyglot Artist Maddalena Mazzaferri from Rome, Italy 47:48

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