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The Italian American Podcast

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Italian American Culture
Italian American Heritage
Family Traditions
Cultural Identity
Italy
Italian Cuisine
Italian American Identity
Cultural Heritage
Frank Sinatra
Culinary Heritage
Italian-American Culture
Italian Americans
Calabria
Little Italy
Brooklyn
Comedy
Sicilian Culture
Italian American Cuisine
Food Traditions
Christmas Traditions

The Italian American Podcast is the first and most engaging podcast dedicated to helping Italian Americans learn about and celebrate their brilliant heritage. We're obsessed with our heritage, and each week we'll discuss all things Italian American- including history and family traditions, genealogy, recipes, language, and more with smarts, heart, and a lot of laughs! We'll be joined by celebrity ... more

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In Part 2 of our conversation with legendary guitarist Al Di Meola, we explore some of his most memorable performances in Italy. Di Meola recalls playing on Mount Vesuvius, giving intimate concerts in private homes, and experiencing the extraordinary... more

Grammy-winning guitarist Al Di Meola joins Jenna and Pat for a wide-ranging conversation about Italian heritage, family history, and his extraordinary musical career. They explore regional identity, genealogy, dual citizenship, and the immigration st... more

In this episode of the Italian American Podcast, John, Pat, and Mariana welcome wine writer and researcher Maria Liotta for a journey through the rich and often overlooked world of Southern Italian wine. Inspired by her encyclopedic work, Places of O... more

In this episode of the Italian American Podcast, hosts John, Pat, Marcella, and Brandon welcome musician and content creator December Rose for a lively conversation about Italian Canadian and Italian American identity, family traditions, and the evol... more

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Al Di Meola
Grammy Award winning guitarist; Italian American icon
Musician
Episode: IAP 430 Pt. 1 Al Di Meola: Music, Memory, and Italian Roots
Maria Liotta
Author of Places of Origin, Wines of Southern Italy
Episode: IAP 429 The Wines of Southern Italy: Rediscovering Native Grapes and Ancient Traditions
December Rose
Musician and Sicilian-rooted content creator
Independent artist / Italian cultural commentator
Episode: IAP 428 Italian Roots, Family Traditions, and Breaking Generational Cycles with December Rose
Louis Lacarbonara
Owner of Direct Kicks, sneaker entrepreneur
Direct Kicks
Episode: IAP 427 From Pizza Shop Hustles to Sneaker Success: The Story Behind Direct Kicks
Andrew Novo
Professor at the National Defense University; author of a history book about his grandfather and Italy in World War II
National Defense University; Georgetown University; Johns Hopkins SAIS
Episode: IAP 426 Remembering Resistance: Andrew Novo's Where the Mountains Burn and Italy's Wartime Legacy
Addison Basile
IAFL Fellow and Georgetown linguistics student; Fulbright English teaching assistant
Italian American Future Leaders (IAFL); Georgetown University; Fulbright
Episode: IAP 425 | Bridging Two Worlds: Addison Basile on Language, Identity, and Italian American Culture
Larry Ruvo
Chairman and founder of keepmemoryalive.org and involved with Cleveland Clinic, Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health
keepmemoryalive.org; Cleveland Clinic
Episode: IAP 424 Larry Ruvo on Family, Philanthropy, and the Fight Against Alzheimer's
Dan Marucci
Author of the novel 56, a New Jersey native exploring DiMaggio's streak
Author
Episode: IAP 423 Joe DiMaggio's 56-Game Hitting Streak: Baseball's Unbreakable Record?
Davide Fiore
Director of A Little Fellow, the Legacy of AP Giannini
Alittle Fellow (Film)
Episode: IAP 422 A.P. Giannini: The Italian American Who Helped Build Modern America

Hosts

John Viola
Host of The Italian American Podcast; central figure in kitchen-table culture and storytelling.
Patrick O'Boyle
Co-host and frequent contributor; known for thoughtful, humorous banter and historical/dialect insights.
Marcella Martin
Co-host with strong storytelling presence and cultural perspective.
Nicole Ponti
Host focused on lifestyle branding and Italian-inspired aesthetics.
Brandon
Co-host introducing guests and guiding conversation.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 489 ratings
  • Diaspora discussion

    I really enjoyed the discussion, especially the reminiscent terms “Ah va Napoli” and “Shcarole” which my grandfather used often as a New Jersey transplant to California.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deronbmap
    United States7 months ago
  • Week of Nov10

    Please stop interrupting the guest with your desire to talk about yourself, sheep and goats and analogies that completely disrespect your guests time. Remember we are trying to dispel stereotypes and it seems like you are perpetuating them

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    dreamgenie94
    United States9 months ago
  • Not bad

    Trying to get in touch with my Italian roots so found this pod after blindly searching. Overall it’s not bad for free entertainment, but one of the hosts is super annoying— an insufferable windbag who goes on and on, in love with the sound of his own voice. Seriously, he barely lets a guest speak before he interrupts with his own lengthy tangents. Also FYi the hosts are specifically New York Italian Americans which I think is very different from those raised in other states. I’m from New England... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    showfan888
    United States10 months ago
  • FIX YOUR AUDIO!!!! Per favore!

    Oh my goodness it’s so upsetting how poor the audio quality of this podcast is, because I love listening to it and everything you all have to say. But it’s so difficult to actually listen to! For an audio format of media…. I mean?! 3 stars is pretty generous bc the audio is truly awful but I really hope that with this review and the others I have seen stating the same, you will fix it soon! I love the show!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    garafolo
    United States10 months ago
  • Like a phone call with friends

    Listening to full episodes makes me feel I am with a group of my Italian east coast friends from law school who have become devout Catholic like me!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Theresa the little flower
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners value the sense of community and family feel, often describing it as like sitting with cousins.
Several listeners praise deep cultural and historical insights with authentic Italian American perspectives.
A few reviews call out audio quality and guest interaction as areas some listeners wish to improve.

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IAP 429 The Wines of Southern Italy: Rediscovering Native Grapes and Ancient Traditions
Q: What is the scope of the book and how exhaustive is it in covering Southern Italian wines?
The book uses the Denominazione di Origine Controllata as its guiding framework and covers the main protected regions (DOPs) and the broader IGPs, focusing on native grapes and historically significant areas to provide a comprehensive, region-by-region portrait.
IAP 427 From Pizza Shop Hustles to Sneaker Success: The Story Behind Direct Kicks
Q: How did you start Direct Kicks while in college?
I started by buying beaters and used sneakers from my dorm room, then built an Instagram presence, learned to price and sell, and eventually established a formal brand that could scale beyond a campus hustle.
IAP 423 Joe DiMaggio's 56-Game Hitting Streak: Baseball's Unbreakable Record?
Q: How has the book been received, and where can listeners find it?
The author notes that the book has received good reviews on Amazon, mentions a past movie deal that didn't materialize, and points listeners to purchase options through his publisher or retailers, signaling ongoing interest and buzz around the project.
IAP 423 Joe DiMaggio's 56-Game Hitting Streak: Baseball's Unbreakable Record?
Q: What makes DiMaggio stand out in the pantheon of great players, especially from an Italian American perspective?
DiMaggio's combination of extreme consistency, leadership on a championship team, and a broader cultural resonance within Italian American communities elevates him beyond raw stats, making him an enduring icon who represents both excellence and identity for many fans.
IAP 423 Joe DiMaggio's 56-Game Hitting Streak: Baseball's Unbreakable Record?
Q: Tell us why the 56-game hitting streak matters and how you approached it in your novel.
The guest explains that the streak is a unique convergence of consistency, heroism, and era-defining moments, which he uses as a framework to explore a street-smart Italian American protagonist in Orange, New Jersey, facing off-field pressures and a controversial rise to fame, while keeping the focus on the human story behind the record.

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What is The Italian American Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers Italian American culture through a kitchen-table style of conversation that blends history, family traditions, language, cuisine, and contemporary identity. Episodes span wine and regional gastronomy, notable Italian American histories, entrepreneurship, fashion, sports, and diaspora experiences, often featuring guests who are authors, designers, academics, musicians, and community leaders. It probably appeals to listeners who want culturally rich storytelling, practical lifestyle insights, and a sense of connection to a broad Italian American community, from first-generation to multi-generation families. A standout element is the mix of deep historical context with personal anecdotes and practical takeaways, plus frequent ... more

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Recent guests on The Italian American Podcast include:

1. Al Di Meola
2. Maria Liotta
3. December Rose
4. Louis Lacarbonara
5. Andrew Novo
6. Addison Basile
7. Larry Ruvo
8. Dan Marucci

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