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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 and TV, with roles in The Persian Version, Thunderbolts, and S.W.A.T. • Updates from Milan by correspondent Iacopo Gori of Corriere della...

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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, we visit L’Angolo della Lingua Italiana with Vania, who shares a new Italian expression to...

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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, and regional partnerships between Italian and Californian institutions. With over 450 Italian-linked...

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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.  In this episode:  A heartfelt check-in with Father Joy from Our Lady of Angels Parish in Burlingame, California  A culinary spotlight with Chef Donato Scotti from Enoteca in Redwood City, preparing Scarpinòcc di Parre, a traditional...

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 CRAVE Exclusive | Innovation, Enterprise & Global Vision with Hon. Giulio Centemero  Sponsored by and in partnership with the Italian Consulate General of San Francisco    In this special episode of CRAVE, journalist and host Samantha Ferro welcomes Hon. Giulio Centemero, member of the Italian Parliament and author of the transformative Centemero Law, designed to support startups and innovative small businesses across Italy. As President of the Italian Parliamentary Delegation and of the Parliamentary Assembly of the...

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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 digital services like FAST IT. We also discuss the importance of civic participation, COMITES initiatives, and the cultural ties that connect generations across continents. Special thanks to our sponsor...

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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’Angolo della Lingua Italiana with Vania, celebrating the beauty of the Italian language, and Alex...

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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’Angolo della Lingua Italiana with Vania, celebrating the beauty of the Italian language, and Alex...

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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. Together, we explore key themes from Faggin’s book Oltre l’invisibile, including:  His personal spiritual awakening  The nature of consciousness beyond...

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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 This is Part 2: The Miracle and the Mission.  If you missed Part 1, catch up here:   Plus in this episode: L’Angolo della Lingua Italiana with Vania – celebrating the beauty of the Italian language 49ers Instagram Q&A (Part 2) with Alex Lopez – tackling your questions from IG!  If you...