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Crave: Where Italy Meets America
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As we close the year and welcome the holiday season, Crave Italy presents the Season 7 finale—an episode filled with gratitude, tradition, and meaningful connection.
Hosted by Samantha Ferro, this special episode marks our final gathering before Christmas and the close of an unforgettable season.
We are honored to welcome back Viola Buitoni, celebrated chef, educator, and food writer, who prepares festive amaretti with almonds and ...
Crave Italy: Celebrating tradition, heritage, and culture, while embracing a visionary look toward the future.
In this episode, host Samantha Ferro is joined by Viola Buitoni, a celebrated chef instructor and food writer, who shares her passion for Italian cuisine. Just in time for the holidays, Viola brings the flavors, stories, and warmth that make Italian food so special. 🍝
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Maria Castellucci Moore — author, winemaker, and entrepreneur. Maria is co-owner of Castellucci Napa Valley, a beautiful family estate rooted in Italian heritage and celebrated for its exceptional wines. S
he's also the writer of Sofia in Rome and other children's books, encouraging kids to explore the world mindfully through all five senses. In this episode, Maria shares her journey — fro...
Crave Italy S7 Ep11- Samantha Ferro Interviews America's "Presidential Tenor" Christopher D. Macchio
Exclusive Interview with America's "Presidential Tenor" Christopher D. Macchio Hosted by Journalist & Producer Samantha Ferro
In this standout episode of Crave Italy, journalist and host Samantha Ferro sits down with internationally renowned tenor Christopher D. Macchio, whose powerful voice and Italian heritage have made him one of the most compelling performers of his generation. Christopher shares how his career first began—reve...
In this special episode of Crave Italy, journalist and host Samantha Ferro celebrates the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World.
We're joined—directly from Italy—by Viola Buitoni, chef instructor, food writer, and passionate ambassador of Italian culinary tradition, who shares a beautiful recipe from Italy while filming outdoors, bringing an authentic touch of home to the episode.
The journey continues with L'angolo della lingua ita...
In this special episode of Crave Italy, journalist and host Samantha Ferro celebrates the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World.
We're joined—directly from Italy—by Viola Buitoni, chef instructor, food writer, and passionate ambassador of Italian culinary tradition, who shares a beautiful recipe from Italy while filming outdoors, bringing an authentic touch of home to the episode.
The journey continues with L'angolo della lingua ita...
In this in-depth Stanford conversation, we explore the newest scientific breakthroughs in aging and longevity.
Dr. Andrea Cipriano explains how cellular aging works, what epigenetic reprogramming could mean for future health, and how science is reshaping our understanding of time, well-being, and human potential.
Host and journalist Samantha Ferro opens the episode by welcoming both Iacopo Gori, journalist and Chief Director of Cor...
As we close Italian Heritage Month, Crave Italy celebrates the voices and traditions that unite Italy and the United States.
Journalist & Host Samantha Ferro welcomes two remarkable guests — Matt Maiocco, award-winning journalist and longtime 49ers Insider for NBC Sports Bay Area, and his cousin Col. Gary Gutowsky (USAF, Ret.).
Matt shares his journey through sports journalism — and opens up about his family, legacy of roots, and d...
We're continuing our celebration of Italian Heritage Month!
Journalist Samantha Ferro welcomes l'Onorevole Francesca La Marca with a heartfelt message and an inspiring conversation with Lorenzo Barbagelata, a proud Italian-American from San Francisco, carrying forward his family's legacy and love for Italian culture.
Stay tuned for L'Angolo della Lingua Italiana with Arianna, honoring the beauty of our language and traditions.
Spec...
This special episode celebrates Italian Heritage Month 🇮🇹✨ and honors Assemblymember Catherine Stefani, whose leadership helped bring official recognition of this celebration to the State of California.
Join Samantha Ferro for an inspiring conversation about leadership, service, and Italian heritage, followed by L'Angolo della Lingua Italiana with Arianna. In collaboration with the Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco and ...
In this special episode, journalist Samantha Ferro celebrates Italian Heritage Month, honoring the people and organizations that keep Italian culture vibrant across the U.S. — especially here in San Francisco and the Bay Area.
The episode opens with a message from l'Onorevole Christian Di Sanzo, followed by heartfelt voices from our beautiful community, including Arianna Guadagnoli, Franco Cirelli, Gina Von Esmarch, and the Barbage...
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. Read more
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 ...
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, ...
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