The Earful Everywhere

The Earful Everywhere

Let's explore Italy! Here are ten new episodes about Rome and Venice, hosted by Oliver Gee from the hit Paris podcast The Earful Tower. Join Oliver and his wife Lina - two "seasoned beginners" as they meet a host of colourful Romans and Venetians, visit the key attractions, seek hidden gems, and showcase the incredible Italian culture. This season proudly brought to you by LivTours.

Episodes

July 7, 2025 39 mins
Here's Lina and I talking about Venice for the season finale, specifically with our take on the perfect weekend itinerary. 
 
 A few things mentioned in the episode (to help you with spelling and searching!): 
  • Murano glass blowing at Massimiliano Schiavon
  • Gondolas
  • Dorsoduro neighbourhood
  • Santa Cocktail
  • Excess Venice boutique hotel and private spa
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Here's Lina and I talking about Venice, a complicated and beautiful city. 
 
 A few things mentioned in the episode (to help you with spelling and searching!): 
  • Murano glass blowing
  • Gondolas
  • Dorsoduro neighbourhood
  • Peggy Guggenheim Collec...
June 20, 2025 32 mins
Here's Lina and I sharing our top ten experiences in Rome. 
 
 A few things mentioned in the episode (to help you with spelling and searching!): 
  • Saint Peter’s Basilica 
  • Villa Farnesina
  • Villa Borghese
  • The neighbourhood of Testaccio
  • The church of Santa Cecilia
This season of The Earful Everywhere is proudly brought to you by LivTours, who made it possi...
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    I sit down with Angelo Carotenuto, the founder and CEO of travel company LivTours, to talk about what’s really worth your time in Rome.
     
    We break down which spots belong at the top of your list—and which ones are better left off. With honest opinions, valuable insight, and a few hot takes, this episode is your no-nonsense guide to seeing the absolute best of Rome. 
     
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    How well do you know the Colosseum?
     
    Probably not as well as Francesco, a Roman guide for Liv Tours, who says the Colosseum is his office. He took me inside the Colosseum... sorry, I mean the Flavian Amphitheatre... and tested me on some basic knowledge. 
     
    Did emperors really do the thumbs up/thumbs down? Did they fill it with water? Were there ever female gladiators?
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    May 30, 2025 37 mins
    Join me as I dive deep into Rome and reveal some insider tips from a handful of local Romans. From hidden secret church entrances to interviews in the catacombs, these behind-the-scenes secrets will help you explore like a true insider. 
     
     Mentioned in the episode: 
    • Gianluca’s Secret: Colle del Gianicolo 
    • Mattia’s Secret: The Appian Way/ Via Appia Antiqua 
      • ...
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    Join me on an exclusive walk through the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel when it was closed to the public. 
     
    My guide, Michela Landolfi from LivTours, shares her knowledge from over 10,000 visits and brings us through the beautiful rooms that were formerly the residence of the Popes.
     
    We get to see the brilliant frescoes of Raphael and Michelangelo up close, without anyone e...
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    When should you never drink cappuccino? How can you tell if the gelato will be bad? And how long should you wait before biting into a supplì? In fact... what is a supplì?

    It's time to talk food in Rome. 

    For this episode, local resident and LivTours Guide Manager Davide Falasca took me around the dynamic Testaccio neighbourhood to talk Read more

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    Imagine you're going to Rome - your first ever trip. But oh no: You're only there for one day! A layover, even. How should you spend that one day?
     
    I sat down to discuss it with two experts - Angelo Carotenuto and Kristin Karstensdotter - the husband and wife duo behind the tour company LivTours
     
    They shared two very contrasting itineries of the city –  one that recommends a full...
  • We've just spent a week in Rome. Here are 23 observations about Rome and Romans from hosts Oliver and Lina - two "seasoned beginners" when it comes to Italy.

    We tackle how we noticed that: Romans love children, traditional coffee is king, you don’t need cash, and you only really need the word ciao (if you can pronounce it!) Plus way more. 

    Mentioned in this show: 

    • Ai Marmi P...
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    My solo trip to New York suddenly changes with the arrival of a mysterious friend. Let's call him Ben. Here's what happened.

    This episode features:

    • The New York Highline
    • Merveilleux de Fred bakery
    • Chelsea Hotel
    • Staten Island Ferry
    • The Tenement...
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    I took a solo trip to New York and I LOVED it. Here's what happened.

    Mentioned in this episode"

    • A New York Knicks game
    • The Met museum
    • Central Park
    • French Wink shop

    Disclaimer: I'm no expert on New York, rather the opposite. This is more o...

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    January 20, 2021 33 mins

    If you're ever thinking to come to Sweden, you should be prepared for these unusual traditions.

    With the help of my wife Lina, we go through some of the odder traditions that are a real thing here in Sweden. 

    If you're enjoying this show, tell your friends about it :)

     

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    Do Swedes love music? (Yes)

    Are they obsessed with Eurovision? (Yes)

    And what is Melodifestivalen? (We'll get to that).

    Today's guest is Christer Björkman, the king of bringing Sweden success in the Eurovision Song Contest. In fact, he even represented Sweden as the main act in 1992.

    Enjoy our chat and be sure to spread the word if you enjoy it!

    The only channel to get more from The Earful Sweden: https://www.instagram.com/theearfu...

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    Here's a chat with the Australian Ambassador to Sweden, Bernard Philip. 

    We cover everything from Saint Lucia to Daniel Solander, a Swede who was the first university-educated scientist to set foot in Australia (find more about him and the society named after him here: https://www.danielsolander.se/english.htm).

    Be sure to follow The Earful Sweden on Instagram to get a lot more out of this show and to see the view from Bernard's of...

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    December 23, 2020 36 mins

    The Vasa Museum has one million visitors a year and it's not surprising. It's magnificent. 

    If you've not heard of it before, the Vasa Museum is home to the very well preserved remains of a Swedish warship that sank almost 400 years ago.

    You can find more info on the official website here: https://www.vasamuseet.se/en

    Today's guest was Maria Dalhed Persson who has worked at the museum for 28 years across many different roles.

    You c...

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    It seems to me like English has taken over Stockholm.  You can't escape it. Shops, cafes, and English words that are creeping into the local lingo. What's going on?

    I met with James Savage, the CEO and founder of The Local Europe, to chat more about the topic. 

    We met at a cafe/bakery called Stinas Bageri, in Vasastan, to get to the bottom of it. 

    Find James on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/SavLocal

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    December 9, 2020 32 mins

    Could Swedish people really be obsessed with America?

    There certainly are a lot of NY Yankee hats, Bruce Springsteen music, and nostalgia cars.

    I put the question to Beth Dacey, an American a cultural consultant and writer based in Stockholm.

    Follow The Earful Sweden on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/theearfulsweden

    And don't hesitate to leave a podcast review and to tell your friends :)

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    December 2, 2020 32 mins

    What do you know about Stockholm's Old Town (Gamla Stan)?

    Peter Segelström, the head of Stockholm Ghost Walk, shares a deep insight into the history of this intriguing island. He also shares a few spooky ghost sighting stories...

    Find more about the Ghost Walks here: https://www.stockholmghostwalk.com/en/

    Follow The Earful Sweden on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/theearfulsweden

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    What do you know about the Swedish royal family?

    What should you do if you meet the king? Who's next in line to the throne? And is it true the queen refers to people in the third person?

    Writer and royal expert Roger Lundgren answers all these questions and a whole lot more on this episode of The Earful Sweden. 

    Find Roger on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/royal_roger/?hl=en

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