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'An Outlook with a Mission' - Episode 2 with Pietro Rossini

October 12, 2021 • 49 min

Pietro Rossini, 29, is a Xaverian Missionary from Salerno, Italy, and is pursuing his Master’s of Science in Journalism at Boston University. Pietro has recently completed an ESL program at Framingham State University and is the host of his own podcast, Mission Outlook. Simon and Pietro delve into his upbringing, a deep connection with family and culture, and his journey into discovering himself through his studies and travels.

SUMMARY

01:58 - Pietro speaks of his upbringing, early life, and the impact of family growing up in Salerno, Italy.

04:23 - How did your parents and their careers influence you?

07:50 - What are you most grateful for?

11:22 - Who were the most influential people in your life?

15:30 - Who is someone dead that you would like to spend a day with?

17:32 - If you were cremated, where would you want your ashes spread? If you were buried, where would you like to be buried?

19:57 - History of the Xaverian Mission

22:49 - How did you first get involved as a Xaverian Missionary?

26:00 - Pietro speaks of his podcast and the decision to pursue journalism

34:16 - What helps you adapt to change? Pietro’s Blog Post, “Remote Learning: Hurdle or Chance?”

37:14 - When you first came to the U.S., did you have any expectations of what it would be like? Did the reality match your expectations?