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Yannis Pappas Talks Greek Diners, Old School New York and Growing Up Italian

Release Date: 05/04/2025

Gianpiero D'Alessandro on Art in Italy, Working with Justin Bieber and Pasta e Patane!

GrowingUpItalian

EPISODE 387. This week, we have your favorite artist's favorite artist, Gianpiero D'Alessandro. Gianpiero is an Italian artist and designer who has taken his art across the world in a major way. He shares stories of growing up in Napoli, what it was like working with icons like Justin Bieber and Snoop Dogg. Of course, the guys battle over their favorite foods and much, much more! Tune in! For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow Gianpiero here: Sign up to our Patreon for A LOT of extra content and NO ADS here To shop our merchandise, visit: Be sure to check our...

Lil Mo Mozzarella Returns Talks Nation Wide Tour and Being a Legend

GrowingUpItalian

EPISODE 386. How ya doin? We're back with the legend, Lil Mo Mozzarella. The guys share their thoughts on the state of Italian Americans on social media and the art of comedy. Mo shares stories from his current "Wanted" tour, answers questions from the fans and much much more! Tune in or get cracked in the head with a loaf of semolina. For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow Lil Mo here: Sign up to our Patreon for A LOT of extra content and NO ADS here To shop our merchandise, visit: Be sure to check our Instagram: As always, if you enjoyed this video, be sure...

Big Joe Gambino and Mario Bosco DESTROY the Podcast

GrowingUpItalian

EPISODE 385. It was only right that we invited our favorite two guests to come close out the summer with us. Our beloved, Mario Bosco and Joe Gambino sit on the couch for (what was supposed to be) a heartfelt reunion, but turned into a "no holds barred" wrestling match. Is Cresciuto Italiano finished? Are Joe and Mario actually responsible for the success of the show? Tune in to hear their gripes while Sabino & Rocco swim in the piles of cash that the show makes. For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow Big Joe & Mario here: Sign up to our Patreon for A LOT of...

A Lesson on Spaghetti Westerns with The Bensonhurst Cowboy @ Red Sauce Studio

GrowingUpItalian

EPISODE 384. This week, Sabino heads west to Little Italy to record a special episode at our flagship, Red Sauce Studio. We're joined by John Viola and our new buddy, Chase Manhattan (AKA "The Bensonhurst Cowboy"). The gang shares stories from the trail, Chase shares his story of buying a $1 home in Italy, and the guys get a lesson on all things Spaghetti Western. Tune in! For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow Chase here: Sign up to our Patreon for A LOT of extra content and NO ADS here To shop our merchandise, visit: Be sure to check our Instagram: As always,...

Peppino Joe & Papa on Living the American Dream, Family Values & Growing Up Italian

GrowingUpItalian

EPISODE 383. This week, we have everyone's favorite father-son duo on social media! Peppino Joe and his son, Arcangelo (AKA "Papa") share their thoughts on inflation, what makes a good pizza, keeping it old school & much much more! God bless you and God bless America. Yeah!!! Tune in! For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow Peppino here: Sign up to our Patreon for A LOT of extra content and NO ADS here To shop our merchandise, visit: Be sure to check our Instagram: As always, if you enjoyed this video, be sure to drop a Like, Comment and please SUBSCRIBE....

Raging Italian Returns to Yell About Summer, Live Streaming & Socks

GrowingUpItalian

EPISODE 382. We have the return of the Raging Italian! Joined by his two sons, the gang talks the importance of family values, boat life on the lake, adapting to life on social media and much more! Tune in to hear what our Connecticut cousins have been up to this summer and what's next to come... For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow Raging Italian here: Sign up to our Patreon for A LOT of extra content and NO ADS here To shop our merchandise, visit: Be sure to check our Instagram: As always, if you enjoyed this video, be sure to drop a Like, Comment and...

Brooklyn Bitess Share the Best Spots in Brooklyn, Thoughts on Foodie Culture & Growing Up Italian

GrowingUpItalian

EPISODE 381. This week, Giuseppe and Sabrina (AKA @brooklynbitess) join us in-studio for a brand new podcast episode. The foodie couple share their thoughts on foodie culture, their favorite Italian spots in Brooklyn and much more! Tune in! For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow Giuseppe & Sabrina here: Sign up to our Patreon for A LOT of extra content and NO ADS here To shop our merchandise, visit: Be sure to check our Instagram: As always, if you enjoyed this video, be sure to drop a Like, Comment and please SUBSCRIBE. Grazie a tutti! Chapters: 1:00 -...

Un 'Estate alla Cresciuto Italiano con Mario Bosco, Big Joe e Zio Domenico!

GrowingUpItalian

The Cresciuto Italiano fellas are back, as Sabino and Eva are enjoying their time in Italy, Rocco brings his off the boat Zio Domenico to have some fun, share some stories and sing some songs together. Hope everyone is having an awesome summer! For the video version of this episode Sign up to our Patreon for A LOT of extra content and NO ADS here To shop our merchandise, visit Be sure to check our Instagram As always, if you enjoyed this video, be sure to drop a Like, Comment and please SUBSCRIBE. Grazie a tutti!

That Mexican OT on Trying New Foods, Growing Up in Texas & Yo-Yo Tricks

GrowingUpItalian

EPISODE 380. This one is different. That Mexican OT joins us in-studio for a pod as he is recording his upcoming album "Recess". As always, we cover everything from his journey, family traditions, the similarities in our cultures, and also the differences between growing up in Texas and NYC. Tune in! For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow That Mexican OT here: Sign up to our Patreon for A LOT of extra content and NO ADS here To shop our merchandise, visit: Be sure to check our Instagram: As always, if you enjoyed this video, be sure to drop a Like, Comment and...

Cugine Talks Casa Cugine, How to Dress and Growing Up Italian

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EPISODE 379. We're joined this week by everyone's cousin, and our dear friend, Cugine. Cug shares tips on how to maintain the perfect body type, how to dress with more class and answers questions from the fans. Tune in, stop by Casa Cugine, and don't forget to take care and brush your hair. For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow Cugine here: Sign up to our Patreon for A LOT of extra content and NO ADS here To shop our merchandise, visit: Be sure to check our Instagram: As always, if you enjoyed this video, be sure to drop a Like, Comment and please SUBSCRIBE....

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EPISODE 368.

Sabino & Rocco are in the studio with comedian, Yannis Pappas (ambassador of all-things Greek). The boys share stories of growing up in Brooklyn, similarities and differences with Greek culture and much much more!

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https://www.youtube.com/@growingupitalian

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https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas

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Grazie a tutti!

Chapters: 1:00 - Greek Diners 3:00 - Italian/Greek Connection 5:00 - Making it to Westchester 7:00 - Mediterranean Avengers 9:00 - Maurica Rodriguez & Mr. Panos 14:00 - Basically Stevie B 15:00 - Discriminatory Greeks 18:00 - Throwing Plates & Making it Rain 20:00 - Greek vs. Italian Food 23:00 - Italian Stereotypes 26:00 - Dating Greek Daughters 28:00 - WW2 Grudges & Greeks Abroad 30:00 - Greek Mt. Rushmore 34:00 - Shocking the Neighborhood 38:00 - Italian Hospitality 40:00 - Yanis 42:00 - Taking Gifts Home 45:00 - Odd Jobs & Comedy Career 47:00 - Diner Order Rules 51:00 - Best Greek Restaurants 54:00 - Yanni Podcasts 59:00 - Joe Rogan is Italian 1:01:00 - This or That? 1:04:00 - Overrated/Underrated 1:06:00 - Opaaaaaaa

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