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Untold Italy travel podcast

Katy Clarke
Italy
Rome
Puglia
Umbria
Venice
Tuscany
Italian Cuisine
Sicily
Dolomites
Florence
Cinque Terre
Italian Language
Colosseum
Orvieto
Bologna
Travel Planning
Amalfi Coast
Parmigiano Reggiano
Naples
Travel

Ciao friends and fellow travelers. Welcome to our travel podcast Untold Italy where we help you design an Italian journey that actually reflects what you want to experience - not just the standard tourist checklist. Host Katy Clarke brings together local experts, longtime Italy residents, and travelers who have navigated everything from Cinque Terre's hiking trails to Venice's quieter neighborhood... more

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Italy travel for nature lovers. Are you captivated by Italy’s breathtaking landscapes and hidden natural wonders? Join us as we chat to author Ed Cutler about Italy’s incredible biodiversity, the untold stories of its wild places, and how nature has ... more

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Have you seen The Odyssey? Are you fascinated by myths, movies, and Italian history? Anthropologist and ancient history tour host Monique Skidmore joins Katy Clarke to uncover the Italian locations behind Homer's Odyssey, journeying through southern ... more

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Are you fascinated by myths, legends, and mysterious traditions? Join us as we chat to our friend Paolo, a local guide from Puglia, about the region’s captivating stories of feverish dances, protective superstitions, mischievous elves, and the resili... more

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Ever wondered what it truly means to experience Italy beyond the usual tourist checklist? We reveal the Untold Italy philosophy, sharing insights on slow travel, local connections, and finding your personal journey through the art, food, people and c... more

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Monique Skidmore
Professor of Anthropology
Professor of Anthropology (guest)
Episode: 339. The Odyssey - Legendary Italian Locations from Homer’s Epic Revealed
Paolo Bentonato
Local guide and veteran of Puglia tourism
Local guide in Puglia
Episode: 338. Puglia’s Myths and Legends - Spiders, Curses, and the Power of Community
Angela Corrias
Local Sardinian expert and founder of Sardinia Revealed
Sardinia Revealed
Episode: 334. Sardinia - Ancient Island, Deep Traditions [From the Vault]
Monica Cazzamani Bona
Founder of Su Mazzurra Italy, online Italian teacher
Su Mazzurra Italy
Episode: 329. Learning Italian - Easier Than You Think? [From the Vault]
Sara Zanni
Archaeologist based in Bologna, guidebook author and hiking guide
Independent / Bologna-based
Episode: 328. Walking the Way of St Francis: Central Italy's Inspiring Pilgrimage Trail
Francesca Ermini
Licensed Florentine guide
Florence, Italy
Episode: 326. A perfect day in Florence with a Local
Inge de Boer
Local guide, architect, and contributor to Secret City Trails
Self-employed (Secret City Trails) / Milan-based guide
Episode: 325. Milan Beyond the Duomo and Last Supper [From the Vault]
Monica Price
American-Italian cycling and walking travel expert; runs Experience Plus Bicycle Tours and Bikes Plus Travel
Experience Plus Bicycle Tours; Bikes Plus Travel
Episode: 323. Active Italy: Walking and Cycling Trip Ideas for Curious Travelers
Marco Capovilla
Founder of Venice Tap Water
Venice Tap Water
Episode: 322. Venice: Travel Smarter and Make a Difference

Hosts

Katy Clarke
Host with Untold Italy; leads conversations with local experts and travelers to unpack authentic Italian experiences.
Olivia
Co-host and Untold Italy team member; collaborates on episodes with local insights and guest coordination.
Cassandra
Co-host and Untold Italy team member; participates in interviews and episode planning.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • The best resource for Italy trip planning

    I listened to dozens of episodes of the podcast in the months leading up to my Italian honeymoon last year, and I keep coming back for more. Katy’s guidance is indispensable for first-time Italy travelers and veterans alike. I learn something new on each episode and the list of Italian cities and regions I want to visit keeps growing. Katy has a gift for giving helpful advice without a trace of condescension- she respects and appreciates her listeners, and it shows. Grazie mille for delivering h... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    natalieca09
    United States3 months ago
  • It’s a shame pushing the business has taken away from the content

    I used to love this podcast but it has become so focused on pushing their travel agenda planning company that it’s frustrating to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sandra768
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Bravo!

    Thank you to Katy and her staff for such an informative and entertaining podcast! I listen to every episode and always learn something new and add new destinations to my Italy wishlist. I have also used the Untold Italy travel consult services and I can’t say enough about how helpful it was. Keep up the amazing work! I will be listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hdkfbdk
    United States6 months ago
  • So much wonderful information!

    Love Katy and her down to earth podcast. I’m overwhelmed with the information and amazing guests! It’s an essential podcast for traveling to Italy! Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Canadian Gal
    Canada7 months ago
  • Used to Be So Good!

    This used to be my favorite travel podcast and community - full of generously shared tips and hidden gems. Now it’s just a cringey sales pitch with surface level tips you can find on your own. The older episodes are still a treasure trove for planning travel to Italy, but don’t bother with the new ones.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Passport & Purpose
    United States7 months ago

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333. Italy Travel Q&A: Tips for both First-Timers and Frequent Visitors
Q: Eric asked where to find contemporary artists and craftspeople in Florence.
Visit studios like Alessandro Dari for historical-inspired pieces and contemporary works, plus galleries such as Palazzo Strozzi and venues like Mani Fatttura Tabacchi and Museo Nervoso Centro; also consider the Content Atelier Instagram project documenting Florence artisans.
333. Italy Travel Q&A: Tips for both First-Timers and Frequent Visitors
Q: Liz asked for favorite museums and cultural sites in Genoa and thoughts on Padua, Ferrara, Mantua.
In Genoa, explore Palazzi de Reale and the Palazzi de Roli UNESCO sites during special days; Padua is renowned for its 14th-century frescoes and a large covered market, with a Veneto-Palladian villa river cruise as an optional spring/summer activity.
333. Italy Travel Q&A: Tips for both First-Timers and Frequent Visitors
Q: Michelle asked for a two-week itinerary including Venice, Dolomites, Lake Garda, and Bologna area.
A two-week plan could center on Venice with a trip to Verona and Lake Garda, then the Dolomites for a week, or a western loop visiting Milan, Padua, Vicenza, and Ravenna, extending to Emilia-Romagna with stops in Bologna, Modena, and Ferrara.
333. Italy Travel Q&A: Tips for both First-Timers and Frequent Visitors
Q: Nancy asked about Sicily in December with a focus on Christmas events in smaller towns and Palermo's markets.
December in Sicily features major fêtes starting around December 8 with markets and living nativity scenes; Palermo and Ortigia offer markets and events like Teatro Massimo performances, with special foods such as Cuccia in Santa Lucia celebrations on the 13th.
333. Italy Travel Q&A: Tips for both First-Timers and Frequent Visitors
Q: Kathleen asked about train strikes and alternatives from Florence to Solano and potential backups.
Train strikes are announced in advance; high-speed routes are usually okay, with Flixbus as a good backup option, and in some cases a private car service, though more expensive. Track updated schedules via the Untold Italy app.

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2. Paolo Bentonato
3. Angela Corrias
4. Monica Cazzamani Bona
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