Crave
Crave: Where Italy Meets America
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In this episode, Samantha Ferro opens the show with a heartfelt introduction celebrating Italian Heritage Month, honoring Italians and Italian Americans whose creativity, dedication, and spirit continue to enrich our communities and culture.
We begin with what unites us all — the Italian language, in L’Angolo della Lingua Italiana with Arianna. .css-1t8gq41{border:none;background-image:none;background-color:transparent;box-shadow:none;color:#2F3133;cursor:pointer;font-size:inherit;padding:0;-webkit-text-decoration:inherit;text-decoration:inherit;width:-webkit-max-content;width:-moz-max-content;width:max-content;}.css-1t8gq41:hover,.css-1t8gq41:focus{-webkit-text-decoration:inherit;text-decoration:inherit;}
Journalist Samantha Ferro continues Season 7 of CRAVE Italy — where Italy meets America and stories connect us across cultures.
This week’s episode explores stress, balance, and the future of mental wellness. We begin with L’Angolo della Lingua Italiana, hosted by Arianna Guadagnoli, celebrating the beauty of the Italian language and culture.
Then we welcome Dr. Antonio Forenza, Co-Founder and CEO of AWEAR, whose groundbreaking wor...
Journalist Samantha Ferro opens this vibrant new episode with a celebration of culture, creativity, and connection — the essence of CRAVE Italy.
The episode begins with Arianna Guadagnoli, our new host of L’Angolo della Lingua Italiana. A first-generation ...
Welcome to Season 7, Ep 1 of CRAVE Italy!
Hosted by journalist and founder Samantha Ferro, CRAVE Italy is the show where Italy meets America — celebrating passion, culture, and the stories that connect us across borders.
More than a podcast, CRAVE Italy is...
Founder and journalist Samantha Ferro launches Season 7 of CRAVE Italy with an exclusive interview welcoming Consul General Massimo Carnelos to San Francisco, the Bay Area, and his new jurisdiction across the western U.S. and Pacific.
In this premiere episode, Carnelos shares his first impressions of San Francisco and the Italian-American community, his diplomatic journey, and his vision for building cultural, economic, and s...
Join us as we close out Season 6 of CRAVE — continuing to bridge Italy and the USA through storytelling, culture, and passion.
This episode features:
• A mindful opening from Bruce Kittle, coach and founder of Hidden Pearls Podcast, who shares insights on personal growth and mindful leadership.
• Journalist and host Samantha Ferro in conversation with Chiara Stella, a special young Italian-American actress making her mark in film a...
In this episode of CRAVE, journalist and host Samantha Ferro opens with a warm welcome and a reminder of CRAVE’s mission to celebrate passions, share stories, and build bridges between Italy and the United States.
We head straight into the kitchen with Chef Mattia Marcelli from Ristorante 54 Mint in San Francisco, who brings us a beloved dish from the Lazio region — Pasta all’Amatriciana — rich in flavor, history, and soul.
Next, w...
In this insightful and inspiring episode of CRAVE, journalist Samantha Ferro welcomes two exceptional guests from the Italian Consulate General in San Francisco:
Consul General Sergio Strozzi and Vice Consul & Commercial Attaché Vitalba Gammicchia.
Together, they explore how the relationship between Italy and California continues to evolve — from innovation, economic development, and sustainability, to education, green technology, ...
Journalist Samantha Ferro opens this episode of CRAVE, where passions are celebrated, stories come alive, and Italy and the USA come together in one voice.
This week’s special lineup highlights tradition, connection, and community — from the kitchen to the parish to draft day.
CRAVE Exclusive | Innovation, Enterprise & Global Vision with Hon. Giulio Centemero
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In this powerful and heartfelt episode of CRAVE, journalist Samantha Ferro welcomes two distinguished guests from the Italian Consulate General in San Francisco:
Deputy Consul General Davide Corriero and Vice Consul for Consular Affairs Gabriella Navarra.
Together, they explore how the Consulate supports Italians abroad — from passports and citizenship to AIRE registration, civil records, and ...
This episode is truly special!
Samantha Ferro welcomes internationally acclaimed Italian-American painter Marco Sassone, whose memoir American Journey: My Life in Art captures a lifetime of creativity, resilience, and self-discovery.
Marco shares powerful reflections on his artistic journey — from post-war Florence to California, and later to Canada — painting humanity, emotion, and truth with every brushstroke.
We also visit L’Ang...
This episode is truly special!
Samantha Ferro welcomes internationally acclaimed Italian-American painter Marco Sassone, whose memoir American Journey: My Life in Art captures a lifetime of creativity, resilience, and self-discovery.
Marco shares powerful reflections on his artistic journey — from post-war Florence to California, and later to Canada — painting humanity, emotion, and truth with every brushstroke.
We also visit L’Ang...
In this extraordinary episode of CRAVE, we are honored to welcome physicist and engineer Federico Faggin—the legendary inventor of the microprocessor and touchscreen—for a powerful conversation that bridges technology, consciousness, and spirituality.
Hosted by Samantha Ferro, the episode opens with a special tribute and video message from Iacopo Gori, our Milan correspondent from Corriere della Sera.
In this profoundly moving episode, Samantha Ferro sits down with the incredible Angela Alioto to share the emotional and spiritual journey of Kamilah and the Miracle Filly — a powerful story of love, faith, and purpose that will stay with you long after the episode ends
In this moving episode, Samantha Ferro sits down with Angela Alioto to share the emotional and spiritual journey of Kamilah and the Miracle Filly. Plus:
L’Angolo della Lingua Italiana with Vania
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This week on CRAVE, we kick the episode off with leadership and mindset coach Bruce Kittle, who guides us through a short meditation and shares powerful insights on mindfulness in leadership and everyday life. Then, Vania returns with L’Angolo della Lingua Italiana, celebrating the richness of the Italian language.
In honor of Women’s History Month, Samantha Ferro sits down with Eva Rorandelli, CEO and Fas...
Host: Samantha Ferro kicks off this inspiring episode of CRAVE—where passions are celebrated, dreams take shape, and the USA and Italy unite.
✨ Episode Highlights:
🌍 L’Angolo della Lingua Italiana – Vania explores the beauty of the Italian language.
📖 Dante Alighieri Tribute – In honor of Italy’s Month of Poetry, we pay tribute to the father of the Italian language with a special reading from The Divine Comedy by Iacopo Gori.
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March is Women’s History Month, and Samantha Ferro opens the episode by recognizing the impact of women in leadership and sharing details about the BAIA event she will be moderating.
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In this episode, we explore Italy’s role in global innovation and its connection to Silicon Valley.
Italian Language Spotlight – Vania introduces the Word of the Week, bringing the beauty of the Italian language to our audience.
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