Venice Talks
By Monica Cesarato
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Episodes: 104
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🎙️ Venice Talks — Voices, stories, and secrets from the world’s most fascinating city.
Hosted by Monica Cesarato, Venetian author, podcaster, and culinary guide, the show explores the real Venice through the people who shape it — artisans, chefs, historians, dreamers, and custodians of tradition.
Each conversation reveals a side of Venice rarely seen: authentic, creative, and deeply human.
Whether you are exploring the lagoon or simply dreaming from afar, Venice Talks invites you to listen, learn, and fall in love with Venice — one story at a time.
📍New episodes weekly.
🎧 Tune in and discover the soul of Venice through its voices.
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S3 Ep.20 - Not Just Canals — The Museums That Make Venice Breathe
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Nov 13, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.19 - Venice in Leather: Stories of Craft and Renewal with Marco Cammozzo
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Nov 06, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.18 - Venice in Shadow: Inside the Venice Noir Festival
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Oct 30, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.17 - Singing Venice to the World with Giada Valenti
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Sep 04, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.16 - Radio Across Borders: The First Russian Voice in Venice with Regina & Katerina
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Jul 31, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.15 - The Whole Story, Saving Venice: A Conversation with Erica Hill from CNN
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Jul 24, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.14 - Saving Il Nuovo Trionfo: A Boat, A City, A Dream - A chat with Martino Rizzi
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Jul 10, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.13 - From Piazza San Marco: Designing Dreams in Precious Metal. A chat with Valeria Boncompagni
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Jul 03, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.12 - When Art Pollinates a City. A chat with Judi Harvest
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Jun 26, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.11 - From the UK to the Canals of Venice building boats
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Jun 12, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.10 - The Last Dockyard Brotherhood: Stories from Venice’s Mutual Aid Society
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Jun 05, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.9 - NoCDA – The Venetian Movement Against the Access Fee | Interview with Alessandro Tonin
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May 22, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.8 - Unveiling the Secrets of Murano Glass with Historian Michele Zampedri
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May 01, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.7 - Living Venetian History: A Costume Adventure in Venice with Venice Dress up Experience
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Apr 10, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.6 - Making Italy Home – Insights for a Smooth Transition with Smart Move Italy
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Feb 27, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.5 - Mano a Mano: Reviving Venetian Craftsmanship with The Place of Wonders & Londra Palace Venezia
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Feb 20, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.4 - Unmasking Venice Carnival 2025: What’s Next with Fabrizio D'Oria, Chief Operating Officer at Vela S.p.A
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Feb 13, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.3 - Crafting with Purpose - A Conversation with Stefania Giannici of Paperoowl
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Feb 06, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.2 - Venice Carnival 2025, Entry Tax & Literary Gems with Romena Brugnerotto
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Jan 30, 2025 |
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S3 Ep.1 Shaping Venice: In Conversation with Councillor Simone Venturini
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Jan 23, 2025 |
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S2 Ep.31 - The Magic of Venice: Fashion, Art, and Il Ballo del Doge. A chat with Antonia Sautter
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Dec 19, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.30 - Xmas Special Edition - A Venetian Christmas Feast: Recipes, History & Festive Traditions
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Dec 12, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.29 - Fair B&B: Redefining Travel. A chat with Emanuele Dal Carlo
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Dec 05, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.28 - Challenges Facing Venice's Lagoon: Insights from a Leading Researcher
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Nov 28, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.27 - Unveiling Venice's Past: Insights from Venetian Historian Pieralvise Zorzi
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Oct 03, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.26 - Venice Through Cocktails: Exploring Mixology with Venice Cocktail Tours
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Sep 12, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.25 - Venice Noir: A New Chapter in the City's Literary Legacy with David Hewson
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Sep 05, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.24 - Rehub: Upcycling Murano's Glass Waste with Matteo Silverio
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Aug 29, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.23 - Exploring Venice Sustainably: A Journey Through the Lagoon with Deep Blue
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Aug 22, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.22 - Relight Venice: Reviving the True Art of Souvenirs with Michela Bortolozzi
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Aug 15, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.21 - The Power of Dance in Venice
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Jul 18, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.20 - Preserving Venice's Heart with Claudio Vernier, President of Associazione Piazza San Marco
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Jul 11, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.19 - Sara Longo on Becoming a Singer, Women for Freedom in Jazz, and Musical Icons
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Jul 04, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.18 - A Journey Through Art with the Director of Museo Ca' Pesaro
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Jun 27, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.17 - Celebrating Artistic Excellence with Scuola Internazionale di Grafica
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Jun 20, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.16 The Essence of Venice: A Deep Dive into Venissa's Wine Legacy
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Jun 13, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.15 - Navigating the Waters of Change: Pollution, Climate, and the Venetian Lagoon with Warren Cairns
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Jun 06, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.14 - Brushstrokes of Tradition: Capturing Venetian Heritage Through Painted Flags. A chat with Anna Campagnari
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May 30, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.13 Exploring Venice's Entry Tax: Navigating the City's Newest Visitor Fee
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May 23, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.12 Guardians of the Lagoon: Preserving Venice's Unique Ecosystem - A chat with Barena Association
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May 16, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.11 Venetian Perspectives: Exploring Photography, Books, and Culture with a local photographer. A chat with Marco Contessa
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May 09, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.10 - Espresso and Elegance: A Journey Through Venice's Iconic Café - A chat with Anna Rita Panebianco from Caffè Florian
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May 02, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.9 Unveiling the Secrets of Venice's Oldest Cultural Institution. A chat with Antonella Magaraggia from Ateneo Veneto
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Apr 25, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.8 Unmasking Venice: Interview with a Historic Mask Maker. A chat with Tragicomica
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Apr 18, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.7 Crafting Venice: Exploring Artisans and Guilds. A chat with Monica Gambarotto
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Apr 11, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.6 Stolpersteine and Venice's WWII History. A chat with Giulio Bobbo From Iveser
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Apr 04, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.5 - Golden Echoes: Conversations with Venice's Last Gold Beater - A chat with Eleonora Menegazzo from Mario Berta Battiloro
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Mar 28, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.4 - Artistic Arcadia: Unveiling Garance & Marion's Graphic Gallery in Venice. A chat with Garance La Porte and Marion Houssin.
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Mar 21, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.3 - Unlocking Venice's Secrets: A Journey with a Local Guide. A chat with Luisella Romeo.
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Mar 14, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.2 - Echoes of Resistance: Unveiling the Legacy of Iveser, The Venetian Institute for History and Contemporary Society. A chat with Giulio Bobbo.
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Mar 07, 2024 |
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S2 Ep.1 - Venice Unraveled: A Journey Through Historic Records and Firsts. A chat with Venetian writer Alberto Toso Fei
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Feb 29, 2024 |
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Ep. 53 - Exploring Venice's Wooden Wonderland: Inside the Craft of Handmade Toys & Souvenirs - A chat with Signor Blum
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Feb 18, 2024 |
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Ep.52 - Navigating Sustainability in the Floating City with Greener EU - Unveiling Digital Solutions for Venice's Future - A chat with Isabella Mavellia from Greener Eu
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Feb 11, 2024 |
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Ep.51 -Venetian Elegance Unveiled: A Stylish Conversation with Instagram Fashion Influencer Ana Liliana
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Feb 04, 2024 |
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Ep.50 - From Dream to Reality: Instagram Sensation's Journey to Venice - A chat with Gillian Longworth McGuire from Gillian Knows Best
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Jan 28, 2024 |
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Ep.49 - Venice Unveiled: Navigating 2024's Cultural Gems - A chat with Romena Brugnerotto from RomInVenice
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Jan 21, 2024 |
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Ep.48 - Unlocking Enchantment: Delving into the Secrets of Venice with Veneto Secrets. A chat with Lavinia Colonna Preti from Veneto Secrets
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Dec 31, 2023 |
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Ep.47 - Stage Revival: Breathing Life into Venice's Historic San Cassiano Theatre. A chat with Paul Atkin from Teatro San Cassiano
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Dec 24, 2023 |
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Ep.46 - Carved Elegance: Exploring the Artistry of Cameos and Coral Jewelry in Venice. A chat with Marco Jovon from Gioielleria Eredi Jovon
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Nov 19, 2023 |
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Ep.45 - Illustrated Vistas: Unveiling the Art of Architectural Discovery in Venice. A chat with Cristina Cappellari from Studio Saòr
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Nov 12, 2023 |
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Ep.44 - Responsible Wanderer: Navigating Venice with Ethical Footprints. A chat with Matteo Secchi from Venessia.com
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Nov 05, 2023 |
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Ep.43 - Feast Through Time: Unraveling the Historic Ancient Cuisine of Venice. A chat with Sergio Fragiacomo, owner of the Historic restaurant of Bistrot De Venise in Venice
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Sep 10, 2023 |
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Ep.42 - Harmony for a Cause: Jazz Rhythms and Charitable Notes in the Canals of Venice. A chat with the Women For Freedom
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Sep 03, 2023 |
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Ep.41 - Savoring Venice: A Culinary Journey Through the Heart of Venetian Cuisine. Let's talk about Venetian Cuisine and what to eat in Venice
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Aug 13, 2023 |
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Ep.40 - Crafting Brilliance: Exploring the Art of Venetian Glass Beads – A UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in Venice. A chat with the Committee for the Safeguarding of the Art of Venetian Glass Beads
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Jul 30, 2023 |
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Ep.39 - Venetian Artistry: Journeying Through Historic Havens of Renowned Artists, with a Glimpse into Peggy Guggenheim's Legacy. A chat with Renato Carrain, Venetian hotelier from All'Angelo Art Hotel in Venice
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Jul 16, 2023 |
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Ep.38 - Venice Unveiled: Your Questions Answered in a Q&A Extravaganza episode about Venice
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Jun 25, 2023 |
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Ep.37 - Glimpses of Grandeur: Exploring the Uniqueness of Museo di Palazzo Grimani in Venice. A chat with Valeria Finocchi, director of Museo di Palazzo Grimani in Venice
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Jun 18, 2023 |
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Ep.36 - Treasures of Time: Unveiling the Antique Splendors within the Ghetto of Venice. A chat with Maria Gabriella Emiliani from Antichità al Ghetto in Venice
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Jun 11, 2023 |
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Ep.35 - Sipping Sustainability: Venice Tap Water's Ripple Effect on Reducing Plastic Bottle Waste. A chat with Marco Capovilla founder of Venice Tap Water
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May 29, 2023 |
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Ep.34 - Venice's Silent Canvases: Centuries of Graffiti as Ancient Urban Art. A chat with Desi Marangon & Alberto Toso Fei about I Graffiti Di Venezia
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May 21, 2023 |
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Ep.33 - Culinary Serenade: Exploring Venetian Cuisine through Local Ingredients and Homemade Delights.A chat with Cesare Benelli from historic restaurant Al Covo in Venice
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May 14, 2023 |
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Ep.32 - Venice Unveiled: A Foreigner's Journey into La Serenissima's Enchanting Labyrinth. A chat with Cecelia Pierotti, American musician
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May 07, 2023 |
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Ep.31 - Ocean Space Unveiled: A Deep Dive into Venice's Planetary Hub for Exhibitions, Research, and Public Engagement. A chat with Markus Reymann, director & co-founder of Ocean Space
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Apr 23, 2023 |
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Ep.30 - Whispers of the Past: Navigating Venice Through History and Anecdotes. A chat with Alessandro Marzo Magno, Venetian writer & journalist
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Apr 02, 2023 |
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Ep.29 - A chat with Romena Brugnerotto Venetian blogger at RomInVenice
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Mar 26, 2023 |
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Ep.28 - Bard's Blessing: Unveiling the Allure of Shakespearean Tours in the Enchanted Canals of Venice. A chat with Ornella Naccari, CEO of On View Weddings & Experience in Venice
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Mar 19, 2023 |
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Ep.27 - Feline Frames: Prowling Through the Enchanting Pages of Venice's Catography Series. A chat with Marianna Zampieri from Cats In Venice
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Mar 05, 2023 |
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Ep.26 - Reviving Grandeur: Fondazione dell'Albero d'Oro's Restoration Journey at Palazzo Vendramin Grimani. A chat with Béatrice de Reyniès, director of Fondazione dell’Albero d’Oro in Venice
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Feb 20, 2023 |
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Ep.25 - A chat with Carla Toffolo, director of Venice Office for International Private Committees for the Safeguarding of Venice
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Feb 12, 2023 |
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Ep.24 - Preserving the Past, Safeguarding the Future: Unveiling Save Venice Inc.'s Restoration Odyssey. A chat with Melissa Conn, director of the Venice office of Save Venice Inc.
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Feb 05, 2023 |
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Ep.23 - Harmony in the Lagoon: Exploring the Intricate Ecosystem of Venice's Coastal Haven. A chat with Allison Zurfluh, writer and promoter of sustainable tourism in Venice
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Jan 22, 2023 |
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Ep.22 - Whispers on the Water: Navigating Venice's Canals in Silence with Electric Boats. A chat with Jean-Paul Morselli from Classic Boats Venice
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Jan 15, 2023 |
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Ep.21 - Rowing Renaissance: Unlocking the Secrets of Learning to Row in the Canals of Venice. A chat with Elena Almansi, rowing champion from Row Venice
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Jan 08, 2023 |
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Ep.20 - Sustainable Sojourn: Navigating Venice with Eco-Friendly Footprints. A chat with Roberta Zennaro, Venetian Travel Blogger & Food Technologist
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Jan 01, 2023 |
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Ep.19 - Bridging Cultures: Exploring ICI Venice's Journey in Fostering Global Cultural Resonances. A chat with Eliane Nagata, curator for ICI Venice
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Dec 25, 2022 |
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Ep.18 - Crafting Elegance: Navigating the Art of Oarlock Making in Venice's Waterways. A chat with Piero Dei, a.k.a Il Forcolaio Matto, Venetian oarlock maker
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Dec 18, 2022 |
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Ep.17 - Echoes of Grandeur: Unveiling the Legacy of Scuola Grande San Giovanni Evangelista in Venice. A chat with Jelena Ivanisevic from Scuola Grande San Giovanni Evangelista in Venice
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Dec 11, 2022 |
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Ep.16 - Venice Unveiled: Crafting Bespoke Narratives with Venezia da Vivere's Unique Communication Strategies. A chat with Lorenzo Cinotti, CEO of Venezia Da Vivere
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Dec 04, 2022 |
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Ep.15 - Venetian Adventures for Little Explorers: Treasure Hunts and Tailored Tours. A chat with Monica Gambarotto, professional tour guide in Venice
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Nov 27, 2022 |
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Ep.14 - Academic Shadows and Venetian Whispers: Crafting Mystery Novels in Venice. A chat with Gregory Dowling, author, translator, literary critic & Professor of Anglo-American Literature at the Università Ca' Foscari.
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Nov 20, 2022 |
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Ep.13 - Venetian Intrigues: Unveiling the Secrets of Crafting Mystery Novels in the Enchanting Canals of Venice. A chat with with Philip Gwynne Jones, Welsh renowned author of mystery, suspense, and thriller novels living & working in Venice
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Nov 13, 2022 |
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Ep.12 - Through the Lens of Legends: A Masterclass in Photography. A chat with Marco Secchi, world known photographer, about Venice & photo tours in the city
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Nov 06, 2022 |
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Ep.11 - Sip, Swirl, and Savor: Navigating the Vineyards of Veneto Wines. A chat with Johann Depietri, owner of Vineria All'Amarone in Venice
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Oct 30, 2022 |
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Ep.10 - Venetian Threads: Exploring Fashion's Artistry and the Allure of Made in Venice. A chat with Luca Cerofolini, Venetian blogger, influencer & fashion expert
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Oct 23, 2022 |
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Ep.9 - Sip & Savor: Crafting Venetian Elegance with the Artisanal Essence of Venice's New Gin. A chat with Gloria Vian of Sospiri Botaniche Veneziane, maker of Gin in Venice
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Oct 16, 2022 |
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Ep.8 - Papier Bijoux: Crafting Elegance with the Art of Paper Jewelry . A chat with Stefania Giannici of Paperoowl, creator of paper jewellery in Venice
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Oct 09, 2022 |
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Ep.7 - Timeless Elegance: Atelier Pietro Longhi and the Art of Crafting Historic Costumes. A chat with Raffaele Dessì, Fashion & Art Historian, PR manager for Atelier Pietro Longhi
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Oct 02, 2022 |
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Ep.6 - Bottega Cini Unveiled: A Haven for Authenticity in Venice's New Concept Store. A chat with Jelena Vesic, Store Manage/SMM at Bottega Cini in Venice
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Sep 25, 2022 |
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Ep.5 - Venetian Tales: Cinematic Delights, Literary Charms, and Taxing Narratives. A chat with Romena Brugnerotto, Venice tour leader & travel consultant
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Sep 18, 2022 |
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Ep.4 - Sipping Elegance: A Toast to Venice Cocktail Week's Spirited Revelry. A chat with Bianca Grisolia, PR & Communication manager for the Venice Cocktail Week
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Sep 11, 2022 |
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Ep.3 - Navigating Venice: Inclusive Journeys Through Virtual Tours and Accessible Adventures for All. A chat with Luisella Romeo, professional tour guide in Venice
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Sep 04, 2022 |
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Ep.2 - Luminous Craftsmanship: Exploring the World of Lampwork Beads in Murano. A chat with Alessia Fuga, world famous Murano Glass Bead Artist
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Aug 28, 2022 |
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Ep.1 - Beads of Beauty: Unraveling the Artistry of Glass in Venice. A chat with Marisa Convento, Venetian Artisan and Ambassador for the crafts of Venice.
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Aug 21, 2022 |