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The Italian Australian Podcast

Josephine D’Aqui and Lukas D’Aqui
Italian Culture
Italy
Italian Cuisine
Laguna Veneto Bocce Club
Italian Language
Immigration
Cultural Identity
Family Heritage
Central Italy
Italian Festivals
Adelaide Italian Festival
Opera
AC Milan
Greece
Perth Italian Festival
Theater
Dance
Immigration Stories
Greek Culture
Comedy

Brother/sister duo Lukas & Josie D'Aqui from Perth, Western Australia host The Italian Australian Podcast! Join them for weekly episodes chatting about Italian Australian topics including immigration, food, traditions, language and more! First generation Italian Australians on their maternal side with a Roman born mum and second generation Italian Australians on their paternal side having an Austr... more

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As this Saturday is Valentines Day in this Valentine’s episode we are joined by 2 very special guests, Lukas’ wife Vanessa and Josie’s fiancé Daniel. We had a lot of laughs and chatted about the experiences of non Italians becoming a part of Italian ... more

Our guest this week is Sonia Di Iorio, a Melbourne based comedian. Sonia is doing something with her comedy which we think is pretty cool, in addition to her usual stand up comedy shows, she has created a stand up comedy show which is spoken entirely... more

We had a great chat with our guest Tony Roda in this episode. Tony is a proud Italian Australian who is deeply connected to his Calabrese heritage. He created the facebook page ‘Calabrese of Australia’ which is a massive online community of almost 35... more

We were truly delighted to chat with Frank Lotito in this episode. Frank has had a long and successful journey in the entertainment industry, he has pretty much done it all from theatre, film and television. He is multi talented as an actor, comedian... more

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Sonia Di Iorio
Melbourne-based comedian performing stand-up in Italian
Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Episode: Episode 130: Comedy in Italian featuring Sonia Di Iorio
Tony Roda
Proud Italian Australian and founder of the Calabrese of Australia Facebook page.
Calabrese of Australia
Episode: Episode 129: Calabrese of Australia featuring Tony Roda
Frank Lotito
Born to Sicilian and Calabrese parents, Frank Lotito is an actor, comedian, writer, producer, and director known for works like 'Big Mamma's Boy' and the new stage show 'The Italian Divorce'.
Episode: Episode 128: The Italian Divorce featuring Frank Lotito
Rose Inserra
Author and expert on Italian Folk Magic, including Malocchio.
Episode: Episode 125: Malocchio and Italian Folk Magic featuring Rose Inserra
Josephine Paone
Melbourne-based Italian Australian passionate about connecting with her heritage through dance and music.
Episode: 124: One Foot in Each World featuring Josephine Paone
Mark D'Angelica
Proud Italian Australian and committee member of Commitus South Australia
Commitus South Australia
Episode: Episode 123: The Benevento-Adelaide Connection featuring Mark D’Angelica
Sushi Mango
A famous comedy trio known for their humor and connection to Italian heritage.
Episode: Episode 122: Comedy and Culture with Sooshi Mango
Tony Guseli
Researcher on family and immigration history related to The Snowy Scheme
Episode: Episode 121: Italian Immigrant tragedies on the Snowy Scheme featuring Tony Guseli
Frank Miranda
Musician known locally as Mr. Accordion Man
Independent musician
Episode: Episode 120: A coffee and a chat with Mr Accordion Man

Hosts

Lukas D'Aqui
Co-host and brother in the duo, sharing insights on Italian culture and personal narratives.
Josie D'Aqui
Co-host and sister, providing a familial perspective on their shared Italian heritage.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Really good !

    Hey guys just listened to your podcast really enjoyed it !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RaphyJoe75
    Australia4 months ago
  • Great listening

    Love the show Josey and Lukas. I look forward to new episodes dropping every week. Only one issue tho, it killed me when you guys were talking to your Zias in one of your episodes and talked about cutlets instead of cotolette 😆Keep up the great work …..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    frankee65
    Australia5 months ago
  • Fantastic Brother Sister Duo!

    Love the podcast and different guests speaking on the podcast - This brother sister duo are on fire with a lot of episodes created in such a short amount of time! Bring on more content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ness04:)
    Australiaa year ago
  • It’s ok but falls short

    I was initially excited to hear this was being developed. However I don’t think the hosts have a broad enough look into Italians in Australia. Two things here - falls short of investigation into previous generations and their location in WA I don’t feel gives them enough breadth in this space. The eastern states (Melb, Syd) and SA (and regionally in these states) there are so many traditional groups and traditions that continue to this day! They to me don’t feel like “professional Italian/Austra... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    MalbGal
    Australia2 years ago
  • Excellent cultural discussion

    Excellent conversations about identity and integrating in the early days. So many great topics to look forward to in the future. Looking forward to hearing about the Australian Italian food fusion, this will be a great debate I am sure!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Check 475
    Australia2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and cultural insights provided by the hosts.
The dynamic between the brother-sister duo is often highlighted as a core strength of the podcast.
Overall, the vibe is friendly and inviting, encouraging laughter and learning through shared experiences.
Some comments suggest the hosts could expand discussions to include broader Italian community topics across Australia.

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Episode 130: Comedy in Italian featuring Sonia Di Iorio
Q: What are the biggest differences in terms of what's considered humor?
Sonia mentions that she hasn't noticed much difference in humor points between Australian and Italian audiences, although there is a cultural difference in audience interactions.
Episode 130: Comedy in Italian featuring Sonia Di Iorio
Q: What would you tell the listeners about yourself?
Sonia shares her background as a comedian with over 15 years of experience in English, who recently started performing stand-up in Italian.
Episode 128: The Italian Divorce featuring Frank Lotito
Q: What's the inspiration behind The Italian Divorce?
Frank explains that the show arose from personal experiences and stories within the Italian community regarding family dynamics during divorce.
Episode 128: The Italian Divorce featuring Frank Lotito
Q: Can you just let us know a little bit about the early days for you?
Frank discusses his Sicilian and Calabrese roots, mentioning his family's journey and experiences in Australia.
124: One Foot in Each World featuring Josephine Paone
Q: What was the biggest takeaway from your recent trip to Italy?
She mentions that the journey allowed her to sit in stillness and reflect, understanding her feelings of nostalgia and connection to her family roots.

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This podcast features lively discussions on various topics related to Italian Australian culture, history, and community. The hosts explore themes such as immigration stories, culinary traditions, family heritage, and the experience of living between two cultures. Regular episodes cover a wide range of subjects, from personal anecdotes and family recipes to interviews with guests who share insights on preserving Italian language and culture in contemporary Australia. The blend of humor, personal narratives, and cultural reflection makes it an engaging resource for listeners interested in the Italian Australian experience.

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Recent guests on The Italian Australian Podcast include:

1. Sonia Di Iorio
2. Tony Roda
3. Frank Lotito
4. Rose Inserra
5. Josephine Paone
6. Mark D'Angelica
7. Sushi Mango
8. Tony Guseli

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