Crave: Where Italy Meets America
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.
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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.
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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.
In this powerful episode of CRAVE, we continue our mission of bridging cultures and celebrating
the Italian-American experience.
The Italian Language Spotlight
Vania returns with L’Angolo della Lingua Italiana, showcasing the beauty and depth of the Italian language.
Black History Month | AMIR ISSAA: This is W...
Samantha Ferro opens this episode of CRAVE, continuing to bridge cultures and celebrate the Italian-American lifestyle. CRAVE connects Italy and the USA through culture, language, passion, and community, bringing stories and voices to life.
💖 A Special Valentine’s Week Episode! This episode features Margherita Ventura, a certified Somatica® Sex and Relationship Coach, who shares expert insights on intimacy, communication, and pers...
Samantha Ferro and Alex Lopez return to launch an exciting new season of CRAVE, continuing their mission of bridging the USA and Italy. This season celebrates Italian culture, language, the Italian-American lifestyle, 49ers football, and more—bringing stories to life and strengthening community connections.
Samantha Ferro introduces the new Italian-American team, highlighting CRAVE’s growing community and ...
Crave Show | Season 5, Episode 16 - Finale!
Welcome to the final episode of Crave for 2024! Over this incredible season, we’ve celebrated Italian culture, embraced the Italian-American lifestyle, and followed the thrilling journey of the 49ers.
In this episode, Samantha Ferr...
This episode of Crave features three exciting segments:
Leadership in Action:
Samantha revisits an insightful interview she conducted in collaboration with San Francisco State University’s BECA department, featuring San Francisco Mayor-Elect...
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