This is NOT your ordinary Italian Podcast
We explore the ins and outs of Italian culture using English and simple Italian
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Italian may seem like a daunting language for many.
We totally get it. It was a struggle for us as well as when we started dating. As you can guess, only one of us was Italian. To make our relationship work in the long run, we had to accept and overcome the “communication challenge”.
And so we learned. In the process, we saw a problem.
Conventional language learning tools failed to prepare foreigners in confronting the reality of the Italian lifestyle while properly immersing themselves in it.
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We created a podcast, an “escape”, or a “safe space” so to speak, where entry-level Italian language learners can discover everything they want to know about Italy and its people, while training their earbuds at the same time.
Our conversations will be done both in English and in simple Italian.
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On the contrary! Like any multilingual couple, we often switch languages during our conversations.
We found it to be a more accessible way of learning each other’s mother tongue while not getting very frustrated with our mistakes - a common feeling for starters.
Once you’re more confident with the language you wish to learn, you can proceed in mastering it using more advanced materials.
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You can find us in any of your favorite podcast streaming platform: Spotify, Google Podcast, Apple Podcast, and Goodpods
Meet our hosts
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Angelique Lusuan
Born and raised in Manila, she flew to Europe intending to be a REAL scientist (by getting a Ph.D., of course). Turns out, plans change. She fell in love with Italy, an Italian, and science communication. If she’s not learning new information or skills, you’d often see her asking herself, how can I thrive in Italy?
Interests: Reading books and comics, listening to music (and podcasts), traveling and meeting new people, trying out new cuisines, learning new languages, doing illustration and photography, trying out ground living, and staying outdoors.
Where to Find Me: Twitter
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Gabriele Minucci
Born and raised in Italy, he has always loved learning since he was a kid. After studying the humanities and sciences, he is now working as an algorithm engineer while working his way towards entrepreneurship. He believes living one’s life is like writing a book, which should end up being damn interesting. Otherwise, what for?
Interests: Learning new algorithms, practicing leadership, studying Chinese, traveling, cooking, and being a loving husband!