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

Release Date: 05/04/2025

Frankie Drago Talks Long Island Summers, Poop Deli and Growing Up Italian

GrowingUpItalian

EPISODE 377. Rocco and Sabino are joined by comedian and internet personality, Frankie Drago. Frankie shares stories of his crazy Italian father, his family, and growing up on Long Island. Grab an espresso and a cornetto (with a schmear of poop) and enjoy the show! For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow Frankie 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:...

Sorpresa! Q&A con Mario, Joe, Sabino e Rocco

GrowingUpItalian

Come and join us for a Q&A! 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!

Goumba Johnny on the Comedy Scene, his Careers and Growing Up Italian

GrowingUpItalian

EPISODE 376. This week, we're joined by the author, comedian, former athlete and legendary radio personality, Goumba Johnny! Johnny shares stories of his life growing up in the Bronx, his career at KTU, and the guys discuss the differences between the new and old generations. Tune in! For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow Goumba Johnny 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....

Porkchopz Talks Comedy, Italian Beef and What Women Really Want

GrowingUpItalian

EPISODE 375. Rocco & Sabino are joined by stand-up comedian, Joseph Lombardo (AKA "Porkchopz"). You know why? Because he's Itayyyyen. The guys discuss old school New York, social media sensitivity, and what it takes to make your mark on the internet in this day and age. Tune in! For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow Porkchopz 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...

Blerim Nik Talks Burek, BMW's and Growing Up Albanian

GrowingUpItalian

EPISODE 374. Shqipe!!! This week, we're joined by our Albanian cousin, Blerim Nik. Tune in to hear the guys share the similarities and differences between our two cultures. They discuss Albanian pizza, tough love and the Mt. Rushmore of Albanians. Check it out! For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow Blerim 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! ...

Vito & Niyah Talk Internet Love, Summers in Jersey and Growing Up Italian

GrowingUpItalian

EPISODE 373. This week, we’re joined by Vito & Niyah – one of the internet’s favorite couples! We talk about how they met, becoming content creators, and navigating life in Jersey as a couple on and off the internet. Catch Rocco & Sabino do their best to learn their secret talents, their favorite cheeses and how well the couple knows each other... For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow Vito & Niyah 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,...

Solo Italiano Oggi - Day 10 of ONLY SPEAKING ITALIAN with Mario Bosco, Big Joe Gambino and Eva

GrowingUpItalian

Italian School Day 10. Class is back in session for Day 10 where the crew reflect on what these episodes have meant to them, and how much has changed since the very first one. For the audio version of this episode https://link.me/listentogui Sign up to our Patreon for A LOT of extra content and NO ADS here https://www.patreon.com/growingupitalian To shop our merchandise, visit https://www.growingupitaliangui.com Be sure to check our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growingupitalian @JoeGambinoNY @sabinocurciogui @roccologuercio @eva_calvani As always, if you enjoyed this video, be sure to...

The Uncle Louie Variety Show Brings Back Memories of Growing Up Italian

GrowingUpItalian

EPISODE 372. For this episode, we are joined by Italian-American comedians, Carlo Russo & Lou Greco, otherwise known as "The Uncle Louie Variety Show". The gang talks about upstate Italians, family-style comedy, remembering our relatives, and forgetting about haters on the internet. Catch the full episode now! For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow Carlo & Louie 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...

Louis Lombardi Talks Street Life to Acting and Growing Up Italian in the Bronx

GrowingUpItalian

EPISODE 371. In this episode, Sabino & Rocco are joined by Bronx-born actor, Louis Lombardi. Louie shares stories of his upbringing, about his first few gigs, and where it's led him to today. Tune in for a great conversation "Amongst Friends". For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow Louis 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 - Good or Bad...

Sophie Minchilli Talks il Dolce Far Niente, Discovering Hidden Gems & Growing Up Italian

GrowingUpItalian

EPISODE 370. In this episode, Sabino & Rocco are joined by author, tour guide and Italian food expert, Sophie Minchilli. Sophie is a half-American, half-Italian writer born and raised in Rome, who is known for her storytelling and documentation of the "sweet life" in southern Italy. Tune in to learn Italian food facts, secrets of Rome and how to really live "La Dolce Vita". For the full video episode of this podcast: Be sure to follow Sophie 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...

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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!

For the video version of this episode:

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

Be sure to follow Yannis here:
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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