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We all know what synonyms are, and probably antonyms too. But have you ever heard of contronyms? In this episode from our archives, Tiffany and Katy have a little fun playing with these controdictory words, which launches a discussion on learning a foreign language, including what makes learning English hard, and how it differs from a language like Italian. Tiffany also reveals the one Italian gramatical rule she still can't wrap her head around. ***The Bittersweet Life podcast has been on the air for an impressive 10+ years! In order to help newer listeners discover some of our earlier episodes, every Friday we are now airing an episode from our vast archives! Enjoy!*** ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

When you've lived abroad for as long as Tiffany has (22 years and counting), every trip back to your country of origins brings with it a hefty dose of reverse culture shock. But on her most recent trip to the US, Tiffany, along with her husband and son, spent some time in New York City, for the first time in several years. What shocked Tiffany about being back in New York? What aspects of the city surprised her? And what aspects of life in the United States in general, and New York in particular, feel utterly foreign to her now? Listen to this new episode to find out! ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

Es gibt Reisejournalisten, die Länder sammeln. Und es gibt Reisejournalisten, die Menschen sammeln. Uwe Krist gehörte für mich immer schon immer zur zweiten Sorte. Wer, wie wir, viele Jahre über touristische Ziele schreibt, sie filmt oder in Hör-Reportagen verwandelt, lernt irgendwann eine einfache Wahrheit: Die eigentlichen Sehenswürdigkeiten bestehen nicht aus Stein. Sie haben Gesichter. Sie erzählen Geschichten. Sie lachen, streiten, lieben und schweigen. Genau dort beginnt der Reisejournalismus, der mich von Anfang an fasziniert hat – weit entfernt von Hotelrankings, Restauranttipps und den berühmten „Zehn Dingen, die man unbedingt gesehen haben muss“. Wenn ich heute, selber schon fast im Abklingbecken für arbeitsmäßig etwas weniger aktive journalistisch geladene Teilchen, auf das schaue, was als „Reisebericht“ veröffentlicht wird, vermisse ich manchmal diese Art des Reisens. Nicht aus Nostalgie. Sondern weil sie auf einer Haltung beruhte: Erst verstehen, dann erzählen. Vielleicht freue ich mich deshalb so darüber, dass mein langjähriger Kollege und kollegialer Freund Uwe Krist heute Romane schreibt. Nicht, weil er dem Journalismus den Rücken gekehrt hätte. Sondern weil ich darin die logische Fortsetzung eines Berufslebens erkenne, das immer von Neugier, Respekt und genauer Beobachtung geprägt war. Reisen beginnt mit Zuhören Wer Uwe Krist kennt oder ihm zuhört, merkt schnell, dass ihn Italien nie nur als Reiseziel interessiert hat. Natürlich kennt er die Küsten Kalabriens, die kleinen Bergdörfer, die versteckten Trattorien und die großen Plätze Neapels. Aber das war nie sein eigentliches Thema. Uwe Krist in Sorrent – alle Fotos © Brigitte Jedlin Sein Thema waren immer die Menschen. Man spürt auf jeder Seite, dass hier keiner über Italien schreibt, weil er dort Urlaub gemacht hat. Sondern weil er dort jahrzehntelang zugehört hat. Wer so reist, sammelt keine Sehenswürdigkeiten. Er sammelt Begegnungen. Und irgendwann entsteht daraus etwas, das weit über eine Reportage hinausgeht. Ich glaube, genau deshalb überrascht mich sein Schritt zum Romanautor überhaupt nicht. Ein Beruf ohne verdiente Anerkennung Es gehört zu den Merkwürdigkeiten unseres Berufs, dass Reisejournalismus in vielen Redaktionen nie den Stellenwert besaß, den ihm die Leser längst verliehen hatten. Politik galt als wichtig. Wirtschaft als seriös. Kultur als intellektuell. Und Reisen? Das wurde und wird oft als angenehme, aber lässliche Randerscheinung betrachtet. Dabei war guter Reisejournalismus immer viel mehr als eine hübsche Beschreibung von Landschaften. Er war Geschichtsunterricht, Kulturvermittlung, Gesellschaftsreportage und manchmal sogar politische Analyse. Wer ein Land wirklich verstehen will, muss sich mit seiner Geschichte beschäftigen, mit seiner Mentalität, seinen Widersprüchen und seinen Menschen. Vielleicht greifen Leser gerade deshalb seit Jahrzehnten so gern zu Reisegeschichten. Nicht, weil sie nur vom nächsten Urlaub träumten. Sondern weil sie neugierig auf andere Lebenswelten waren. Zwischen Reportage und Roman Heute wird Reisen millionenfach in sozialen Netzwerken gezeigt. Vieles davon ist beeindruckend produziert, unterhaltsam und inspirierend. Daran ist nichts auszusetzen. Aber Begeisterung ersetzt keine Recherche. Ein Sonnenuntergang braucht keine Einordnung. Eine Gesellschaft schon. Der Unterschied zwischen Influencer und Reisejournalist liegt deshalb nicht in der Qualität der Bilder. Sondern in der Haltung. Der eine teilt persönliche Eindrücke. Der andere versucht, Zusammenhänge zu verstehen und verständlich zu machen. Beides hat seinen Platz. Aber es ist nicht dasselbe. Vielleicht ist genau deshalb der Roman manchmal die konsequenteste Fortsetzung eines guten Reisejournalisten. Denn dort darf endlich all das erzählt werden, wofür in einer Reportage oft kein Platz bleibt. Italien nicht erklären – sondern erleben Das beginnt schon mit den beiden Romanen selbst. „Elisabetta oder Das Sterben der Grille“ ist weit mehr als eine Geschichte vor italienischer Kulisse. Es ist ein Roman über Erinnerung, Abschied und die leisen Veränderungen eines Landes, das zwischen Tradition und Gegenwart seinen eigenen Rhythmus sucht. Italien bildet hier keine dekorative Bühne. Es ist selbst eine Figur – mit all seiner Schönheit, seinen Brüchen und seiner Melancholie. Ganz anders kommt „Margherita und die Liebe zum Damenbart“ daher. Schon der ungewöhnliche Titel macht neugierig. Mit feinem Humor und liebevoll gezeichneten Figuren erzählt Uwe Krist von den Eigenheiten Sorrents, von skurrilen Begegnungen und von Menschen, die einem lange im Gedächtnis bleiben. Hinter den kleinen Geschichten verbirgt sich ein tiefes Verständnis für die Mentalität des Südens – für seine Herzlichkeit ebenso wie für seine Widersprüche. Beide Romane verbindet etwas, das heute selten geworden ist: Sie wollen Italien nicht erklären. Sie lassen den Leser Italien erleben. Wenn Literatur zum besseren Reiseführer wird Nachdem ich die beiden Bücher durchgeschmökert hatte, ließ mich eine Frage nicht mehr los: Kann Reiseliteratur vielleicht der bessere Reiseführer sein? Ich erinnere mich, wie gerne ich früher die Merian Hefte verschlungen habe. Diese tollen Geschichten rund um ein Ziel. Alle geschrieben von sehr kundigen und professionellen Kollegen und Kolleginnen. Nach so einem Heft war ich dann viel bereiter für meine eigene Reiserecherche.  Deshalb würde ich auch oder gerade heute die Frage beantworten mit: Ja. Nicht, weil sie die besseren Adressen kennt oder den schnellsten Weg zur nächsten Sehenswürdigkeit weist. Sondern weil sie den Blick verändert. Nach einem guten Roman gehe ich anders durch eine italienische Gasse. Ich sehe nicht nur Fassaden. Ich frage mich, wer hinter den Fensterläden lebt. Ich höre Dialekte bewusster. Ich verstehe Gesten besser. Ein Reiseführer zeigt den Weg. Ein Roman zeigt den Menschen, der mir unterwegs begegnen könnte. Und genau darin liegt seine Stärke. Der schönste Luxus eines Reisejournalisten Manchmal stelle ich mir vor, wie Uwe Krist heute irgendwo auf einer Piazza in Kalabrien sitzt. Kein Aufnahmegerät mehr auf dem Tisch. Keine Redaktion, die auf den Abgabetermin wartet. Kein fester Umfang, keine Zeichenvorgaben. Nur Zeit. Vielleicht ist genau das der größte Luxus, den sich ein Reisejournalist nach einem langen Berufsleben wünschen kann: Geschichten endlich so erzählen zu dürfen, wie sie erzählt werden möchten. Nicht in 8.000 Zeichen. Sondern mit all den Farben, Stimmen und Zwischentönen, die ein Roman zulässt. Der Journalist muss sich an die Fakten halten. Der Romanautor darf den Wahrheiten folgen. Und manchmal liegen diese Wahrheiten näher beieinander, als man denkt. Warum ich optimistisch bleibe Vielleicht ist das die schönste Erkenntnis, die ich aus Uwe Krists literarischem Weg mitnehme: Guter Reisejournalismus verschwindet nicht. Er sucht sich neue Formen. Mal heißt sie Reportage. Mal Podcast. Und manchmal eben Roman. Wenn wir wissen möchten, wo der schönste Strand liegt oder welches Restaurant montags geöffnet hat, kaufen wir einen Reiseführer. Wenn wir verstehen möchten, warum ein Land seine Menschen prägt – und seine Menschen wiederum das Land –, dann greifen wir vielleicht besser zur Literatur. Denn Reiseführer erklären Orte. Gute Geschichten erklären Menschen. Und erst aus beidem entsteht eine Reise. Ich habe lange überlegt, wie ich mich den Büchern von Uwe annähern soll hier auf meinem WASMITREISEN Blog und in meinem Reiseradio. Natürlich könnte ich den klassischen Weg gehen, mir Fragen ausdenken und Uwe einladen zu einem Interview vor dem Mikro. Daran ist überhaupt nichts verkehrt. Wahrscheinlich wäre es ein sehr munteres Gespräch geworden. Und sehr authentisch. Weil, was kann näher an die Gedanken eines Autoren kommen, als seine eigenen Worte? Aber dann dachte ich mir: warum nicht mal was anderes, jetzt, wo im neuen Podcast Hype nun wirklich kein Mangel mehr besteht an Interviews oder Plauder-Talks zwischen zwei Menschen. Kann da nicht der gute alte gebaute Hörfunk-Beitrag, so, wie ich es Anfang der 80er Jahre gelernt habe beim WDR, eine Renaissance erleben? Erst eine Tiefenanalyse von Text und Quellen, dann ein grobes Script und dann ein Zweier-Studiogespräch mit verteilten Rollen. Eine gesprochene Quintessenz ohne Schnörkel, aber mit Erkenntnis und Unterhaltungswert…. Das Ergebnis möchte ich Ihnen gerne ans Herz legen. Den Podcast können Sie hören, wenn Sie auf das Kopfhörer-Symbol im Titelbild klicken. Bücher von Uwe Krist bei Amazon Der Beitrag Die Seele eines Landes passt in keinen Reiseführer Warum ich mich freue, dass Uwe Krist heute Romane schreibt erschien zuerst auf Was mit Reisen.

À l'occasion du 50e anniversaire de l'épopée des Verts, je vous invite à (re)découvrir l'entretien enregistré en 2019 avec Osvaldo Piazza, légendaire stoppeur des Verts célèbre pour ses chevauchées balle au pied et acteur majeur de l'une des plus belles périodes de l'histoire du club.Au fil de cette conversation, il revient notamment sur :• son départ de l'Argentine et ses debuts compliqués à Saint-Étienne ;• les grandes saisons des Verts ;• l'épopée européenne ;• la vie du vestiaire ;• les personnalités qui ont marqué sa carrière ;• son regard sur le football et sur l'ASSE.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

What does it take to capture the sounds of the world's rich and diverse wildlife? On this extraordinary interview from our archives, we are joined by sound and nature recordist Martyn Stewart. Stewart has one of the largest collections of natural sounds in the world, having recorded more than 90,000 different sounds in more than 55 different countries for a total of over 60,000 hours of natural sounds. Stunningly, Martyn reveals that two thirds of what he has recorded is now extinct. He talks about what inspired him as a young child to be a nature recordist, and explains you how to open your ears to discover the sounds of the creatures around you. He also talks about what we can do, as ordinary citizens of earth, to lessen the constant encroachment of humans on the natural habitats of the world. This unforgettable conversation might just make you think differently about the world, and who you are in it. All through the episode, Katy uses her brilliant sound-editing skills to weave a backdrop of Martyn's nature sounds to accompany their fascinating conversation. Learn more about Martyn and follow his journeys at his website, The Listening Planet. ***The Bittersweet Life podcast has been on the air for an impressive 10+ years! In order to help newer listeners discover some of our earlier episodes, every Friday we are now airing an episode from our vast archives! Enjoy!*** ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

Alla fine l'annuncio a sorpresa del presidente Zelensky su un rimpasto di governo si è concretizzato, ma non senza polemiche e proteste. In particolare, nel centro di Kiev e di altre città dell'Ucraina, sono scese in piazza centinaia di persone per protestare contro il licenziamento del ministro della Difesa Mikhailo Fedorov, ma anche contro la rivoluzione voluta dal presidente nella compagine governativa che, vedono come nuovo premier – al posto di Yulia Svyrydenko - il ceo di Naftogaz, Sergiy Koretsky, la cui nomina è stata appena approvata dal Parlamento. E una lunga serie di dimissioni, licenziamenti e nuovi volti, mosse mal digerite da molti  ucraini. Sullo sfondo nuovi attacchi notturni da entrambe le parti con droni ucraini che hanno colpito distributori di benzina in Crimea, un attacco russo nella Regione di Kharkiv che ha ucciso tre donne anziane, e un nuovo scambio di salme tra Mosca e Kiev: la Russia ha consegnato all'Ucraina i corpi di 501 militari delle Forze armate ucraine caduti e ha ricevuto in cambio 31 salme di militari russi.Ascolta "Notizie dall'Ucraina" ogni giorno su podcast.adnkronos.com e su tutte le piattaforme di streaming.

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Non una semplice manifestazione di vicinanza, ma una risposta pubblica delle istituzioni e della comunità. Domani pomeriggio Malo diventerà il punto di ritrovo dei sindaci vicentini chiamati dalla Provincia a testimoniare sostegno a Moreno Marsetti dopo il rogo che ha distrutto il capannone della sua azienda a Isola Vicentina. Sullo sfondo restano le indagini sull'incendio, che gli investigatori stanno valutando anche nella sua possibile matrice dolosa.

MLB All Star Week is here and the HR Derby was electric as Philly fans showed out even though Schwarber lost (00:00:00-00:18:22). Spain beats the unbeatable France in the WC Semi-Final and punches a ticket to Sunday's Final (00:18:22-00:37:21). Hot Seat/Cool Throne including a brutal text to tweet mishap plus the first Top 10 QB Rankings of the year have hit the summer discourse (00:37:21-01:06:51). Mt Rushmore of stores/restaurants you could live in (01:06:51-01:22:47). Roger Clemens joins the show to talk about his career, being The Rocket, throwing gas, Piazza, his comebacks and tons more (01:22:47-02:05:43). Shane Bacon joins the show to preview the 4th and final Major of the year, the Open Championship, who can win and key storylines (02:05:43-02:55:14). We finish with guys on chicksYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Netflix. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/pardon-my-take

Shaun, Tiki and Rosie are back on Monday morning! Shaun and Tiki talk about the Mets & Yankees opposite first half performances, who will be the best 31 in the history of NY baseball, the Giants holding training camp in West Virginia, Rosie does a Cinco de Luncho on best All-Star Skills Contests and much more!

As hard as it is to succeed and thrive as a professional jazz musician, how much more challenging is it when the journey leads you to a new country—with new laws, new social customs, and a system that creates roadblocks nearly every step of the way? Today we sit down with jazz saxophonist and music professor Felipe Salles to talk about his journey from an international student at a major conservatory in Boston "fresh off the boat" (as he puts it) from Brazil, to a working musician living in New York on a so-called "genius visa" to a music professor and naturalized American citizen living in Western Massachusetts with his Finnish wife and multi-cultural (and tri-lingual) kids. Find Felipe at his website or on Instagram. ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

Picture a twenty-something widow in Paris, a sick one-year-old on her hip, and an attic full of paintings nobody wants—not galleries, not critics, not even her own family.That widow was Jo van Gogh, and the paintings belonged to her late husband's brother, a mostly forgotten failure named Vincent. What she did next didn't just save a legacy. It invented one. Bestselling author Jo Piazza tells her story in The Parisian Heist, and by the end of this episode, you may never look at a Van Gogh—or a woman rebuilding her life from nothing—the same way again.The Parisian Heist moves between two timelines that mirror each other in surprising ways. In the past, we watch Jo van Gogh turn grief and financial desperation into a masterclass in reinvention—she becomes an art dealer, manipulates the market, and manufactures the myth of the "tortured genius" we still associate with Vincent today.In a second timeline set in 1996, three broke art students get pulled into a heist against a corrupt, billionaire art-dealing family, guided by a widow with her own scores to settle. Piazza calls it a "delicious beach read," but underneath the spice—and yes, there's a very spicy memorable scene in the Louvre — sit real questions about who gets to be called an artist, who gets the credit, and what a woman is capable of when she has nothing left to lose.Piazza didn't just research Jo van Gogh's story — she recognized it. As a journalist-turned-novelist raising three kids, she's candid about the balls she drops daily, the deadlines she meets with help from what she calls "an army of babysitters," and a marriage where, in her words, she "married her glass ceiling."That honesty is exactly why this book lands the way it does: it isn't really about Impressionist art. It's about what a woman builds when the life she expected falls apart, and about the quiet, radical decision to keep going anyway.For anyone standing in their own version of that attic — starting over after loss, after motherhood rearranges everything, after the version of life they planned stops making sense — Jo van Gogh's story, and Jo Piazza's telling of it, is proof that reinvention isn't just possible. It's often where the real story begins.Go pick up a copy of The Parisian Heist by Jo Piazza HERE!

I have been personally filled with joy since learning that Pope Leo will be spending some vacation time in the historic Apostolic Palace of Castelgandolfo, the beautiful building constructed many centuries ago that overlooks Lake Albano and the town's main square, Piazza de la Liberta, Liberty Square. During Pope Leo's weekly visits to Castelgandolfo over year the past year, he has actually been residing in an adjacent papal property called Villa Barberini. However, the palace in which popes have resided for many centuries is the one the Pope moved to over the weekend. I so love the town and its history linked to popes and the papacy for centuries. In fact, this weekend on my EWTN radio show, Vatican Insider, I offer a special I've prepared on the history of this wonderful Apostolic residence, a residence that Pope John Paul called Vatican Two.

Marco Pautasso"Lungo Mare di Libri"www.lungomaredilibri.itStorie, culture, geografie e conoscenze si dispiegano e si intrecciano come trame, in un mondo sempre più complesso e in rapido mutamento: sarà “Le trame del mondo”, il tema filo conduttore della sesta edizione di Lungomare di Libri a BariLa manifestazione letteraria che trasforma il capoluogo pugliese in una grande libreria a cielo aperto affacciata sul mare – grazie al lavoro dei librai – e in una fiera dell'editoria indipendente pugliese – grazie agli editori del territorio – si svolgerà da venerdì 17 a domenica 19 luglio 2026.Si snoderà, come da tradizione, lungo la muraglia sul mare (via Venezia) e nei luoghi simbolo della città, dove troveranno spazio librerie, case editrici e le aree dedicate agli appuntamenti: da Piazza del Ferrarese al Fortino Sant'Antonio, fino a Largo Vito Maurogiovanni, dall'ex Mercato del Pesce allo Spazio Murat.Al centro della manifestazione l'idea del libro come strumento essenziale per orientarsi nella realtà, mappa indispensabile per decifrare il presente, attraverso l'intreccio di racconti, riflessioni, analisi e prospettive. Librai ed editori, indispensabili tessitori di storie, contribuiscono a rendere il festival un luogo di scoperta e condivisione, uno spazio vivo di incontro e confronto e, soprattutto, un presidio di resistenza culturale, dove il libro diventa un bene comune.Diverse saranno le tipologie di incontri che animeranno la manifestazione. Dialoghi, presentazioni editoriali di romanzi e saggi, reading, momenti di approfondimento, attività per bambine e bambini e consigli di lettura si alterneranno nell'arco di tre giorni, dal pomeriggio alla sera inoltrata, con proposte che traggono ispirazione non solo dal tema “Le trame del mondo”, ma anche dalle più recenti novità editoriali di saggistica e narrativa.Tra le ospiti e gli ospiti attesi sul lungomare barese: Ascanio Celestini con il nuovo libro “Pasolini. Una vita, anzi due” (Laterza); Matteo Bussola con il nuovo romanzo “Il sole nelle pozzanghere” (Einaudi); Farian Sabahi con un incontro dedicato alla situazione in Iran e un omaggio all'illustratrice Marjane Satrapi; Matteo Lancini autore del saggio “Chiamami adulto. Come stare in relazione con gli adolescenti” (Raffaello Cortina); Mario Del Pero con "Buio americano. Gli Stati Uniti e il mondo nell'era Trump” (Il Mulino); Leo Ortolani con il graphic novel “Tapum” (Feltrinelli Comics); Ivan Cotroneo, autore di “Grande” (La Nave di Teseo); Giovanni Semi con il saggio “È il capitalismo, bellezza. L'estetica all'assalto delle città” (Einaudi); Nadeesha Uyangoda con "Acqua sporca" (Einaudi); Antonio Vassallo con il romanzo di testimonianza “Negli occhi di Giovanni. Storia di un ragazzo di Capaci” (Il Castoro); Damiano Rizzi con il saggio "Adolescenza, parliamone. Educare all'amore per disarmare la violenza" (Piemme); Michele Emiliano con il giallo “L'alba di San Nicola” (Solferino); Franco Faggiani con il romanzo “La luce del primo mattino” (Fazi); Majid Bita autore dell'albo illustrato “Un sequestro lungo 10.000 anni” (Canicola); Francesco Carofiglio con il romanzo “Camillo il piccolo topo di biblioteca” (Garzanti); Fulvio Frezza con “Claudio Baglioni. Metamorfosi di un cantautore” (Florestano Edizioni); l'attrice Nunzia Antonino con il reading tratto da “Nate dalla tempesta” di Alessia Coppola (Fazi).Dopo il successo del 2025, Il Post tornerà a Lungomare di libri, con un incontro dedicato alla politica e alla società, quest'anno con Valerio Valentini, autore della newsletter Montecit e Nicola Ghittoni, conduttore di Morning.Agli incontri con gli autori si affiancheranno due approfondimenti sul mondo dell'editoria: il convegno “Leggere fa sistema. Perché all'Italia serve una nuova legge sul libro” sarà curato dal Forum del Libro e vedrà la partecipazione, tra gli altri, di Chiara Faggiolani e Della Passarelli (ADEI), Fabio Del Giudice (AIE), Alessandro Laterza (Casa editrice Laterza), Della Passarelli (ADEI), Vincenzo Santoro (ANCI); l'altro convegno, dal titolo “Le librerie salveranno le città? Chi salverà le librerie?” sarà organizzato dalla neonata Associazione A.L.B.A. sul ruolo dei librai nelle città e nella promozione e produzione culturale.Novità del 2026 è il progetto podcast “Marea. Storie di librerie a Bari” , realizzato in collaborazione con Ticket to Read di Margherita Schirmacher. La prima stagione sarà composta da 26 episodi della durata di circa 15 minuti ciascuno. Un viaggio tra le librerie di Lungomare di libri, alla scoperta delle particolarità che le contraddistinguono, tra storie, aneddoti e consigli di lettura. Le puntate saranno disponibili gratuitamente su Spotify e su tutte le piattaforme di streaming a partire dal mese di luglio 2026.28 librerie di Bari e del territorio barese , alcune riunite nell'associazione A.L.B.A. (IG: @a.l.ba_libreriebaresi), accoglieranno lettrici e lettori, turiste e turisti lungo la muraglia del lungomare (via Venezia), all'interno delle tipiche casette bianche in legno che contraddistinguono la manifestazione, con un'esposizione di libri degli autori e delle autrici ospiti, ma anche con altre proposte editoriali, dalle novità ai classici per adulti, bambine e bambini. Diverse attività di animazione e performance per grandi e piccoli prenderanno vita davanti alle casette delle librerie. Dopo il successo dello scorso anno, anche per questa edizione, in occasione dei due appuntamenti dedicati ai consigli dei librai , sabato 18 e domenica 19 luglio, i titoli suggeriti saranno offerti in dono al pubblico attraverso un sorteggio in diretta.32 editori indipendenti pugliesi, diversi dei quali riuniti nell'associazione APE (associazionepuglieseditori.it), si racconteranno al pubblico attraverso le loro autrici e i loro autori e le tante novità editoriali nei rinnovati spazi dell'ex Mercato del Pesce e dello Spazio Murat.Diventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/il-posto-delle-parole--1487855/support.IL POSTO DELLE PAROLEascoltare fa pensarehttps://ilpostodelleparole.it/

When you're a longtime expat, do your friends back home move on? We discuss on this episode from our archives. Expats often make friends with other expats in their adopted country. That can be great, but it also means that it's very likely that your new friends will, sooner or later, move away and you'll be back to square one. It's typical, therefore, for expats to consider their friends back home as their "real friends." But do those same friends feel the same way about them? While an expat may consider their childhood friends as their closest friends, the sad truth is, eventually, those friends will likely move on. On this episode from our archives, we talk about this and other hard topics facing expats and their long-distance friends. PS Litany by Billy Collins is the poem referenced in the title of this episode and mentioned in the episode itself. ***The Bittersweet Life podcast has been on the air for an impressive 10+ years! In order to help newer listeners discover some of our earlier episodes, every Friday we are now airing an episode from our vast archives! Enjoy!*** ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

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What happens when you dream of living by the sea in Italy but you are deeply connected to your home town and community? If you are like this week's guest, Laurel Attanasio, you compromise: buy your dream house on the Calabrian coast and live there for just part of the year. Best of both worlds, eh? But there's a catch: living in Italy even part-time brings endless bureaucratical issues (perhaps even more than living there full-time). Case in point: you can't buy a car without car insurance, but you can't get car insurance unless you're a resident, and you can't qualify as a resident if you're only in Italy for a few months a year.  Other considerations: how do you protect your home when you're away? How do you know your real estate agent is being honest? What if your partner doesn't speak the language and you become the de facto translator? Not to mention all those crushing (and unexpected) notary fees! This is our second conversation with Laurel. Listen back to her first interview on Episode 541: Living Life Between Two Countries when she joined us to talk about her career leading adventure-wellness retreats in Italy and around the globe. We also talk about what it's like leading intimate travel experiences in Italy, since that's something we have in common. She shares her favorite parts of leading her travel adventures, and we discuss the privilege of sharing the wonder of Italy with curious travelers. (Find out more about our listener trip to Rome in November 2026 or email us to secure your spot!) Find out about how you can take part at her website, or follow her (and her adorable world-traveling dog Zeek) on Instagram! ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Florence's Spirit: Art, Friendship, and Life-Saving Moments Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-07-05-22-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Il sole di Firenze splendeva alto nel cielo estivo.En: The sun of Florence shone high in the summer sky.It: La Piazza del Duomo era piena di turisti.En: The Piazza del Duomo was full of tourists.It: La gente ammirava la magnifica cattedrale, mentre artisti di strada dipingevano e suonavano musica.En: People admired the magnificent cathedral, while street artists painted and played music.It: Luca camminava lentamente, cercando di assaporare ogni dettaglio di quella bellezza.En: Luca walked slowly, trying to savor every detail of that beauty.It: Era uno studente d'arte con gli occhi pieni di sogni e un grande desiderio di conoscere Firenze.En: He was an art student with eyes full of dreams and a great desire to get to know Florence.It: Giulia, una giovane artista di strada, era lì con i suoi colori vivaci e i suoi disegni che danzavano sul pavimento della piazza.En: Giulia, a young street artist, was there with her vibrant colors and her drawings dancing on the square's pavement.It: Aveva uno spirito indipendente, ma sempre pronto ad aiutare.En: She had an independent spirit but was always ready to help.It: All'improvviso, mentre Luca si girava per osservare un dipinto, sentì la testa girare.En: Suddenly, as Luca turned to look at a painting, he felt his head spin.It: Il mondo intorno a lui iniziò a vorticare e, senza preavviso, crollò a terra.En: The world around him began to whirl, and without warning, he collapsed to the ground.It: La piazza, un momento prima rumorosa e vivace, si fece silenziosa mentre le persone si fermavano, spaventate.En: The square, noisy and lively just a moment before, grew silent as people stopped, frightened.It: Giulia notò il giovane a terra e si avvicinò immediatamente.En: Giulia noticed the young man on the ground and approached immediately.It: "Che cosa sta succedendo?"En: "What's happening?"It: si chiese preoccupata.En: she wondered, worried.It: Trovò Luca pallido e privo di sensi.En: She found Luca pale and unconscious.It: Non perse tempo e chiamò subito aiuto.En: She wasted no time and called for help immediately.It: Proprio allora, Matteo, un medico di passaggio, stava camminando verso il suo convegno medico.En: Just then, Matteo, a passing doctor, was walking toward his medical conference.It: Vide la scena e capì immediatamente la gravità della situazione.En: He saw the scene and immediately understood the gravity of the situation.It: Strinse gli occhi verso Luca, il suo istinto di medico prese il sopravvento.En: He squinted towards Luca, and his medical instinct took over.It: Doveva decidere: andare al convegno o aiutare il giovane.En: He had to decide: go to the conference or help the young man.It: Non ci pensò due volte.En: He didn't think twice.It: In pochi istanti, Matteo era accanto a Giulia, aiutando Luca.En: In moments, Matteo was next to Giulia, assisting Luca.It: "Chiama l'ambulanza", disse a Giulia in tono calmo ma deciso.En: "Call the ambulance," he told Giulia in a calm but decisive tone.It: Con gesti rapidi, iniziò a controllare la respirazione e il polso di Luca.En: With quick gestures, he began checking Luca's breathing and pulse.It: Giulia, pur mantenendo la calma, telefonò al 112.En: Giulia, maintaining her composure, called 112.It: "Un giovane è svenuto in piazza," spiegò con voce ferma.En: "A young man has fainted in the square," she explained in a steady voice.It: Mentre aspettavano l'arrivo dei soccorsi, Matteo continuava a monitorare Luca.En: While they awaited the arrival of the paramedics, Matteo continued to monitor Luca.It: Il ragazzo iniziò pian piano a riprendersi.En: Gradually, the young man began to regain consciousness.It: Aprì gli occhi e vide Matteo e Giulia che lo guardavano con sollievo.En: He opened his eyes and saw Matteo and Giulia looking at him with relief.It: "Grazie," sussurrò, cercando di sorridere debolmente.En: "Thank you," he whispered, trying to smile weakly.It: Quando l'ambulanza arrivò, portarono Luca in ospedale per ulteriori controlli.En: When the ambulance arrived, they took Luca to the hospital for further checks.It: Giulia e Matteo rimasero indietro, osservando l'ambulanza mentre si allontanava.En: Giulia and Matteo stayed behind, watching the ambulance as it drove away.It: Pochi giorni dopo, Luca era già fuori dall'ospedale, grato per l'aiuto ricevuto.En: A few days later, Luca was already out of the hospital, grateful for the help he had received.It: Tornò in Piazza del Duomo, questa volta per incontrare Giulia e Matteo.En: He returned to the Piazza del Duomo, this time to meet Giulia and Matteo.It: Li trovò a chiacchierare su una panchina, sorridenti.En: He found them chatting on a bench, smiling.It: "Grazie davvero per quello che avete fatto," disse Luca, sentendosi fortunato per avere incontrato due persone così straordinarie.En: "Thank you so much for what you did," said Luca, feeling lucky to have met two such extraordinary people.It: Sentì di aver guadagnato qualcosa di prezioso durante quel soggiorno fiorentino: non solo l'arte e la cultura della città, ma soprattutto l'importanza delle connessioni umane.En: He felt he had gained something precious during his stay in Florence: not only the art and culture of the city but especially the importance of human connections.It: Abbracciandoli entrambi, capì che esperienze condivise e amicizie sincere valgono più di qualsiasi scoperta artistica.En: Hugging them both, he understood that shared experiences and sincere friendships are worth more than any artistic discovery.It: Firenze, ora, non era solo una città di bellezza antica, ma anche il luogo dove aveva trovato nuovi amici.En: Florence was now not just a city of ancient beauty, but also the place where he had found new friends. Vocabulary Words:the sun: il solethe sky: il cielothe cathedral: la cattedralethe artist: l'artistathe painting: il dipintothe spirit: lo spiritothe head: la testato spin: girareto whirl: vorticarethe gravity: la gravitàthe instinct: l'istintothe pulse: il polsothe voice: la voceto regain: riprendersiunconscious: privo di sensifainted: svenutofurther: ulteriorito smile: sorriderethe dream: il sognoto admire: ammirarethe relief: il sollievoto whisper: sussurrarethe conference: il convegnoto hug: abbracciarethe connection: la connessioneshared: condivisesincere: sinceretowards: versochecking: controllaredecisive: deciso

Fluent Fiction - Italian: From Mime to Masterpiece: Marco's Unplanned Fashion Show Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-07-05-07-38-19-it Story Transcript:It: In una calda mattina d'estate, Piazza del Duomo a Milano era piena di vita.En: On a hot summer morning, Piazza del Duomo in Milano was full of life.It: Turisti scattavano foto, artisti di strada intrattenevano la folla, e appassionati di moda si aggiravano con sguardi curiosi.En: Tourists were taking photos, street performers were entertaining the crowd, and fashion enthusiasts wandered around with curious looks.It: Tra la folla, Marco camminava con abiti insoliti: una maglietta a righe bianche e nere, pantaloni neri e un cappello a bombetta.En: Among the crowd, Marco was walking in unusual attire: a black and white striped shirt, black pants, and a bowler hat.It: Sembrava un mimo.En: He looked like a mime.It: Marco era un artista aspirante.En: Marco was an aspiring artist.It: Sognava di incontrare un famoso designer e di far notare la sua creatività.En: He dreamed of meeting a famous designer and showcasing his creativity.It: Tuttavia, quel giorno aveva sbagliato decisamente outfit.En: However, that day he had decidedly chosen the wrong outfit.It: La città ospitava un grande evento di moda, e Marco sperava di essere notato.En: The city was hosting a large fashion event, and Marco hoped to be noticed.It: Ma i passanti lo scambiavano per un artista di strada.En: But passersby mistook him for a street performer.It: Accanto a lui, Giulia, sua amica e confidente, sghignazzava.En: Next to him, Giulia, his friend and confidante, chuckled.It: "Marco, sembri uno di loro," disse indicando un mimo che imitava le espressioni dei turisti.En: "Marco, you look like one of them," she said, pointing at a mime mimicking the expressions of the tourists.It: Marco sospirò.En: Marco sighed.It: "Non posso fare una buona impressione così," rispose.En: "I can't make a good impression like this," he replied.It: Ma dentro di sé sapeva che forse questa era un'opportunità.En: But inside, he knew that maybe this was an opportunity.It: Luigi, un altro amico di Marco, osservava la scena con un sorriso.En: Luigi, another friend of Marco, observed the scene with a smile.It: "Perché non provi a fare il mimo sul serio?"En: "Why don't you try miming for real?"It: suggerì.En: he suggested.It: Marco esitò.En: Marco hesitated.It: Ma qualcosa in lui scattò e decise di provare.En: But something clicked inside him, and he decided to give it a try.It: Così, Marco iniziò a imitare le persone attorno a lui, esagerando i movimenti e creando scenette divertenti.En: Thus, Marco began to imitate the people around him, exaggerating their movements and creating amusing little sketches.It: Inaspettatamente, la folla cominciò a raccogliersi attorno a lui.En: Unexpectedly, the crowd began to gather around him.It: Risate e applausi si alzarono nell'aria.En: Laughter and applause filled the air.It: Proprio in quel momento, un famoso designer, noto in tutto il mondo, passava di lì.En: Right at that moment, a famous designer, known worldwide, passed by.It: Colpito dall'originalità di Marco, si avvicinò e lo osservò attentamente.En: Struck by Marco's originality, he approached and watched him closely.It: "Questa è arte", disse il designer.En: "This is art," said the designer.It: Pensava che il mimare di Marco fosse parte di una performance di moda avanguardista.En: He thought Marco's miming was part of an avant-garde fashion performance.It: Il designer presentò Marco a una galleria d'arte, invitandolo a presentare la sua "arte" al pubblico.En: The designer introduced Marco to an art gallery, inviting him to present his "art" to the public.It: Marco era incredulo, ma felice.En: Marco was incredulous but happy.It: Aveva ottenuto quello che desiderava, ma non nel modo che si aspettava.En: He had achieved what he desired, but not in the way he expected.It: Alla fine della giornata, mentre il sole calava dietro il Duomo, Marco realizzò una cosa importante: a volte, abbracciare l'inaspettato è il modo migliore per trovare il successo.En: At the end of the day, as the sun set behind the Duomo, Marco realized something important: sometimes, embracing the unexpected is the best way to find success.It: E così, con un sorriso sul volto, Marco guardò i suoi amici e disse: "Forse, essere un mimo non è poi così male."En: And so, with a smile on his face, Marco looked at his friends and said, "Maybe being a mime isn't so bad after all." Vocabulary Words:the morning: la mattinathe crowd: la follathe stare: lo sguardothe attire: gli abitithe shirt: la magliettathe pants: i pantalonithe bowler hat: il cappello a bombettathe mime: il mimothe artist: l'artistathe designer: il designerthe outfit: l'outfitthe emotion: l'emozionethe hesitance: l'esitazionethe movement: il movimentothe sketch: la scenettathe applause: l'applausothe originality: l'originalitàthe performance: la performancethe opportunity: l'opportunitàthe art gallery: la galleria d'artethe success: il successothe sunset: il tramontothe mistake: lo sbagliothe tourist: il turistathe friend: l'amicothe confidante: la confidentethe laughter: la risatathe impression: l'impressionethe smile: il sorrisothe public: il pubblico

Robert Fulghum is the author of 21 books and a writer whose career that has spanned multiple decades. On this episode from our archives, we share a deep and intimate conversation with him, asking questions like: how do you stay curious about the world around you? Katy's also explores Fulghum's uncanny ability to attain resilience in the face of what some would deem to be disaster, why Robert dismisses the "meaningless" idea of personal authenticity, how travel shapes your life (and why he makes sure never to dress like a tourist!) and the simple thing that one elementary school teacher did that still makes him tear up thinking about it. Read Third Wish, the book by Fulghum that changed Katy's life (and which she has talked about numerous times on the show), and download (for free!!) some of Robert's personal favorites of his own books. Find more about Robert Fulghum and his work at his website. ***The Bittersweet Life podcast has been on the air for an impressive 10+ years! In order to help newer listeners discover some of our earlier episodes, every Friday we are now airing an episode from our vast archives! Enjoy!*** ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

A quick update from Katy on the Palio di Siena, happening in Piazza del Campo this Thursday July 2. The race itself takes ninety seconds. The four days of build up around it are why people come. Summary: Katy walks through what happens during the four days of the July Palio, including the daily trials, the Corteo Storico procession, the contrada street dinners, and what you need to know about getting a spot in the piazza if you want to be there for the race. She also suggests a smaller-town alternative for travelers who want similar medieval pageantry with fewer crowds, the Giostra del Saracino in Arezzo on Sunday September 6.Listen to our longer epsiode abour Siena - Episode 205 - to learn more about this beloved Tuscan medieval city.Want someone who really knows Italy to help plan your trip? Our Italy experts love answering your tricky questions and designing trips that take you to the Italy you imagined - start planning hereNot sure where to start? Get the Untold Italy podcast guide with 315 epsiodes organized by topic.The premium Untold Italy app has ad-free access to our complete archive of 300+ episodes searchable by place and topicFOLLOW: Instagram • Facebook • YouTube GET OUR NEWS: Subscribe hereTRIP PLANNING SERVICES: Learn more hereJOIN US ON TOUR: Upcoming departuresThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast editing and audio production by Mark Hatter. Production assistance by the other

Best -selling author and podcaster Jo Piazza joins Ophira Eisenberg for a sharp, funny conversation about raising three kids while writing bestselling thrillers, hosting a hit podcast, and investigating the increasingly bizarre world of mom influencers. Piazza explains how her novel Everyone Is Lying to You grew out of years spent reporting on influencer culture, from attending lavish creator conferences to briefly attempting life as a momfluencer herself—an experiment that lasted about two weeks before her children and husband revolted against endless outfit changes and staged content shoots. The conversation moves between the realities of postpartum life that never make it into perfectly filtered Instagram feeds, the exhaustion that makes influencer fantasies so appealing to overwhelmed parents, and the strange cultural space between burnout-era “girlboss” expectations and the polished trad-wife aesthetic. Along the way, Piazza talks about having a third child after a very memorable Elton John concert, feeding her youngest “like the family dog” after abandoning precious organic baby food routines, blocking Cocomelon and Gabby's Dollhouse with the same determination other parents reserve for adult content, and using everything from Star Wars to 1980s movies as opportunities to talk with her kids about media, gender, and storytelling. For creative parents trying to make room for ambitious work without losing themselves to performance—online or otherwise—the episode is full of practical honesty about time, attention, and the difference between real family life and the version designed to sell you something. The conversation ends exactly where Piazza's reporting instincts thrive: questioning why anyone would willingly romanticize chickens when, as she puts it, they're covered in chicken shit and “so dumb.”

In an episode that is worth sharing with others in your life, Katy's sister Dana joins us to give an update on her health, dealing with a glioblastoma brain cancer, as well as an amazing device that she has created to keep her mind focused on things that offer consolation rather than desolation. It's a surprisingly simple idea that helps her focus on the true prioriities in her life, rather than all the scary and anxiety-producing things about facing major change in your health. And she does it is in the most fuzzy and cute, cuddly way that you can image. Tune in and share this inspiring episode with your friends and family. ***To help with the staggering medical costs for Dana's brain cancer treatment —her specialist is outside her insurance network—as well of the costs of temporarily relocating to San Francsico for her treatments, please consider donating to her GoFundMe. Anything you can contribute will be extremely helpful. Thank you.*** ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

Hai mai visitato Roma? Se sì, probabilmente hai visto il Colosseo, Fontana di Trevi, Piazza di Spagna... Luoghi meravigliosi, certamente. Ma ti sei mai chiesto: come vivono davvero i romani? Dove abitano? Cosa fanno la sera? Quali problemi affrontano ogni giorno? Scopriamo insieme la Roma vera, quella che i turisti di solito non vedono. ROMA Autentica: Scopri Dove Abitano e Come Vivono i Veri Romani Roma Nord e Roma Sud: Due Mondi Diversi Come tutte le grandi città, anche Roma ha diverse "anime". La divisione principale che fanno i romani è tra Roma Nord e Roma Sud. Ma cosa significa esattamente? Roma Nord: l'Eleganza dei Parioli Roma Nord è considerata la parte più elegante della città, quella dove vivono le persone più ricche, più "benestanti" come si dice in italiano. Il quartiere simbolo di questa zona si chiama Parioli, e da questo nome è nata un'espressione molto usata a Roma: "pariolino". Se qualcuno ti dice che sei un pariolino, significa che ti vesti in modo molto elegante, curato, probabilmente con vestiti di marca. È uno stereotipo, certamente, ma i romani lo usano molto spesso. Roma Sud: l'Anima Popolare Roma Sud, invece, è tutta un'altra storia. Qui l'atmosfera è più popolare, più rilassata, più "di strada". Le persone si vestono in modo più casual e lo stile è completamente diverso. Chi segue questo stile viene chiamato "boro" o "coatto". Anche questa è un'etichetta, ovviamente, e non sempre è usata in senso positivo. Tuttavia, è importante non generalizzare. Come si dice in italiano, "non bisogna fare di tutta l'erba un fascio". Questa espressione significa che non si possono mettere tutti nello stesso gruppo. Non tutti quelli che vivono a Roma Nord sono pariolini eleganti, e non tutti quelli che vivono a Roma Sud sono coatti. La realtà è sempre più complessa degli stereotipi. Dove Vivono Davvero i Romani? Ecco una cosa che sorprende molti turisti: i romani non vivono a Trastevere. E neanche vicino al Colosseo o a Piazza Navona. Devi sapere che Roma è una città enorme. Ha 35 quartieri e circa 150 zone diverse. La popolazione? Quasi 3 milioni di persone. E la maggior parte di queste persone vive nelle zone periferiche, cioè lontano dal centro storico. Il motivo è semplice: il centro è bellissimo, certo, ma è anche carissimo. Affittare un appartamento vicino al Pantheon costa tantissimo. E poi il centro è sempre pieno di turisti, il che può essere stancante per chi ci vive. Quindi i romani preferiscono abitare in quartieri come Centocelle, Tuscolano, Monteverde, Ostia, Primavalle o Tor Bella Monaca. Probabilmente non hai mai sentito questi nomi. Ecco, questa è la Roma vera, quella dove la gente vive, lavora, fa la spesa, porta i bambini a scuola. I Problemi di Tutti i Giorni Roma è bella, questo è innegabile. Ma vivere a Roma non è sempre facile. Ci sono alcuni problemi che i romani affrontano ogni giorno. Il Traffico Il primo grande problema è il traffico. Roma è nota per il traffico intenso. Spostarsi in macchina può essere un vero incubo, soprattutto nelle ore di punta, cioè la mattina quando tutti vanno a lavorare e la sera quando tutti tornano a casa. Molti romani passano più di un'ora al giorno bloccati nel traffico. Un'ora per andare al lavoro, un'ora per tornare. Ogni giorno. Le Buche E poi ci sono le buche. Se noleggi una macchina quando visiti la città, fai molta attenzione: le strade romane sono piene di buche. E alcune sono così grandi che i romani le chiamano "voragini", cioè buchi enormi dove potresti quasi cadere dentro con tutta la macchina. La cosa interessante è che i romani ormai affrontano il problema con ironia. Su Internet si trovano tantissimi meme su questo argomento. Qualcuno ha persino creato immagini con l'intelligenza artificiale dove le buche diventano piscine. L'ironia è l'arma preferita dei romani. I Trasporti Pubblici Un altro problema sono i trasporti pubblici. La metropolitana di Roma ha solo 3 linee: la A, la B e la C. Sono poche per una città così grande. Per fare un confronto, Milano ne ha 5, Londra ne ha 11, Parigi ne ha 16. Gli autobus esistono, certo, ma spesso sono in ritardo o troppo pieni. Tuttavia, negli ultimi anni, soprattutto con il Giubileo del 2025, la situazione sta migliorando. Il Problema dei Rifiuti Infine c'è il problema dei rifiuti. A volte i cassonetti della spazzatura sono così pieni che i rifiuti restano per strada per giorni. D'estate, con il caldo, la situazione diventa ancora peggiore. È un problema serio che le amministrazioni stanno cercando di risolvere, ma non è facile gestire i rifiuti di 3 milioni di persone. Perché non ci Sono Grattacieli a Roma? Una cosa che molti turisti notano è che a Roma non ci sono grattacieli. Almeno non nel centro storico. Come mai? Il motivo è molto semplice: costruire edifici molto alti rovinerebbe il panorama storico della città. Roma ha monumenti di 2000 anni. Se costruissero un grattacielo moderno vicino al Colosseo, sarebbe inappropriato. Il punto più alto del centro storico è la cupola della Basilica di San Pietro, che raggiunge 136 metri. E le regole urbanistiche dicono che nessun edificio può essere più alto di così nel centro. Se vuoi vedere Roma dall'alto, puoi andare in due posti bellissimi: il Gianicolo e il Giardino degli Aranci. Sono due punti panoramici meravigliosi e molto romantici. Da lì puoi vedere tutta la città. I grattacieli a Roma esistono, ma solo nella zona dell'EUR. È un quartiere molto moderno, abbastanza lontano dal centro, pieno di uffici e palazzi alti. Il grattacielo più alto si chiama Eurosky e raggiunge 155 metri. Ma la maggior parte dei turisti non va mai a vederlo. Quanto Costa Vivere a Roma? Se stai pensando di trasferirti a Roma, questa parte ti interesserà molto. Gli Affitti Il costo cambia tantissimo a seconda della zona. Se vuoi vivere nel centro storico, preparati a spendere molto: un piccolo appartamento può costare anche 1.500 o 2.000 euro al mese. Per questo motivo, la maggior parte delle persone vive nelle zone periferiche, dove si può trovare qualcosa di decente a partire da 700-900 euro. Molti studenti e giovani lavoratori scelgono di condividere l'appartamento con altre persone per dividere le spese. Mangiare Fuori Anche qui dipende molto da dove vai. Un caffè al bancone costa circa 1 euro o 1 euro e 20. Ma attenzione: se ti siedi al tavolo in una zona turistica, lo stesso caffè può arrivare a costare 3 o 4 euro. Una pizza margherita costa circa 7-10 euro. Una cena completa in una trattoria tradizionale costa tra i 20 e i 35 euro a persona. CosaPrezzo IndicativoCaffè al bancone1,00 - 1,20 €Caffè al tavolo (zona turistica)3,00 - 4,00 €Pizza margherita7,00 - 10,00 €Cena completa in trattoria20,00 - 35,00 €Affitto centro storico1.500 - 2.000 €/meseAffitto periferia700 - 900 €/mese Un consiglio da insider: allontanati dalle zone turistiche. Appena ti allontani dal centro, i prezzi scendono molto e il cibo diventa anche più buono e autentico. E se vedi un bar o un ristorante pieno di romani, entra lì senza pensarci due volte. I romani sanno dove si mangia bene e si spende poco. Le Abitudini dei Romani I romani hanno alcune abitudini che potrebbero sorprenderti. La Pausa Pranzo Una cosa che stupisce molto gli stranieri è la pausa pranzo. Se vieni a Roma e alle 14:00 trovi un negozio chiuso, non preoccuparti: è normale. Molti negozi e attività chiudono dalle 13:00 alle 15:30 o anche alle 16:00. I romani prendono il pranzo con calma, e molti tornano a casa per mangiare con la famiglia. Il Rituale del Caffè Il caffè merita un discorso a parte. Dimentica l'idea di sederti con il computer a sorseggiare un cappuccino per un'ora come si fa da Starbucks. A Roma il caffè si beve al bancone, in piedi, in massimo due minuti. Entri nel bar, ordini, bevi, paghi, esci. È un rituale velocissimo ma sacro. Certo, puoi anche sederti al tavolo, nessuno ti dirà niente. Ma pagherai di più e i romani ti guarderanno un po' straniti. L'Aperitivo Un'altra abitudine molto italiana, e molto romana, è l'aperitivo. Verso le 18:00 o le 19:00, i romani escono a prendere un drink con gli amici. Di solito uno spritz, un Negroni o un Campari, accompagnato da stuzzichini, cioè piccole cose da mangiare come olive, patatine, piccoli panini. È un momento sociale importante, un modo per rilassarsi dopo il lavoro e chiacchierare con gli amici. La Cena Tardi e la Passeggiata Dimenticati di cenare alle 18:00 come si fa in altri paesi. I romani cenano tardi, molto tardi. Le 20:30 sono considerate presto. Molte persone cenano alle 21:00 o anche più tardi. I ristoranti spesso aprono per cena solo dalle 19:30, e prima di quell'ora li troverai chiusi. Dopo cena, soprattutto d'estate, c'è un'altra tradizione molto italiana: la passeggiata. I romani amano camminare per le strade dopo aver mangiato, magari mangiando un gelato. È un modo per digerire, socializzare, godersi la città quando fa più fresco. Se visiti Roma d'estate, vedrai le strade piene di gente che passeggia anche alle 23:00. Dove Escono i Romani la Sera? I turisti vanno tutti a Trastevere per la vita notturna. Ma i romani? Preferiscono altri posti. San Lorenzo San Lorenzo è il quartiere universitario. È pieno di studenti, quindi trovi locali economici, birrerie, pizzerie a buon prezzo. L'atmosfera è giovane, alternativa e molto vivace. Se sei uno studente, questo è il posto ideale per te. Pigneto Pigneto è un quartiere che è diventato molto di moda negli ultimi anni. È il posto preferito dai romani più "hipster", cioè quelli a cui piacciono le cose alternative e vintage. Qui trovi murales colorati sui muri, locali con arredamento retrò e cocktail bar molto curati. Testaccio Testaccio è un quartiere storico e popolare, molto amato dai romani....

Traveling all alone... does sound like a nightmare or a fantasy? Or perhaps the idea intrigues you but you're a little too scared to try it. Thanks to a listener question, we delve into the realities of solo travel on this episode, the good, the bad, the perks, the challenges, the dangers, and the unexpected joys. We also share some of the wonderful and not-so-nice things that have happened to us on our own solo voyages, as well as a few hacks on how to make the most of it (and not get too lonely). If you are considering taking off on a solo trip for the first time, don't miss this episode! ***The Bittersweet Life podcast has been on the air for an impressive 10+ years! In order to help newer listeners discover some of our earlier episodes, every Friday we are now airing an episode from our vast archives! Enjoy!*** ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

Ep. 144 Secondo lei, «la vecchiaia è un regalo», un momento della vita in cui la memoria si trasforma in un flusso libero e guizzante, capace di restituire intatti frammenti di un'esistenza straordinaria vissuta sempre da «grande fuggitiva». In questa intervista con Malcom Pagani, Paola Pitagora, all'anagrafe Paola Gargallo, ripercorre decenni di storia italiana e di spettacolo: dai ricordi d'infanzia nella Roma del dopoguerra agli anni folli e turbolenti con i pittori della "scuola di Piazza del Popolo". L'attrice snocciola retroscena, dalle prime «15mila lire a sera» guadagnate come figurante accanto a Renato Mambor, sul set de "La Dolce Vita", alla «peggior cazzata» degli esordi per cui, su suggerimento di Franco Cristaldi, fu spedita a Belgrado per farsi notare dal regista Gillo Pontecorvo che sul set di "Kapò" la liquidò, intimandole di dover perdere almeno «una quindicina di chili» per sperare di ottenere un ruolo. Paola Pitagora svela con lucidità anche i lati più oscuri del successo, dalla genesi de "I pugni in tasca" con Marco Bellocchio e l'irrequieto Lou Castel, un cult eversivo girato gratis, al peso insostenibile delle calunnie subite dopo il trionfo televisivo ne "I Promessi Sposi". Tra il rifiuto dei compromessi che l'ha resa «una grande fuggitiva» e le furiose liti di gelosia finite lanciando un materasso dalla tromba delle scale, Pitagora guarda al futuro senza rimproverarsi nulla se non di essere stata poco pianificatrice, augurandosi che la fine sia breve e trovando la sua personale forma di meditazione nella quiete della solitudine e nel lavare i piatti. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Monday's new episode, we discuss the bittersweet feeling that so often comes with endings and new beginnings. Excitement tinged with nostalgia and a sense of what will be missed. What brought up these thoughts? Aurelio recently finishing elementary school and all the emotions that that brought up, particularly for his mom! (If you missed that episode, be sure to go back and listen here!) On this mini-episode, Aurelio weighs in. What does HE feel about leaving the school and teachers he's gotten to know so well over these past five years and preparing to embark on a new adventure? Do 10-year-old boys also feel nostalgia for what they are about to leave? Find out on this cute mini-episode. Thinking of joining us on our intimate Rome listener trip in November 2026? Find out all about it here, or email us for more information! ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

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01. Divolly & Markward, Ben Carter - Compañero (Original Mix) 02. Bonafique, Yuvèe - Profill (Original Mix) 03. 2FASS, ZALEØN - Break (Extended Mix) 04. Anturage, Alexey Union, Ribakov - Don_t Stop (Extended Mix) 05. INDIEGENAS - Lorem Ipsum (Original Mix) 06. Who Else, Zagitar - Essence (Extended Mix) 07. Dub Pepper, Kinky Sound, KIRRU - Bom Bom Bom (Original Mix) 08. Jitwam, GUDFELLA - Morning Coffee (Vintage Culture & Volkoder Extended Remix) 09. LUCA SKETTI - Ti Vedo (Extended Mix) 10. NO STATIC - Eyez On Me 11. Ultra Nate, Hugel, Imael Angel - Movin' To The Sun (Extended Mix) 12. Alexey Union, Prana Flow, Nuvel - Under the Sky feat. Nuvel (Extended Mix) 13. Voch, NOVMI - Pain (Original Mix) 14. Sulim, DJ VOLV, NFar - All Night (Extended Mix) 15. Retrouve - Ibiza 2000 (Extended Mix) 16. Sasha Carassi, Aquarius Heaven, THE ILLUSTRATED MAN - Dance of Shadows (feat. Aquarius Heaven) (Extended Mix) 17. Benny Benassi, Dualite - California Dreamin' (Extended Mix) 18. Andrew Meller - Echoes Of Love (Original Mix) 19. Piazza, Hersz - Get Naughty (Extended Mix) 20. Lauer - Embalmed (Original Mix)

01. Divolly & Markward, Ben Carter - Compañero (Original Mix) 02. Bonafique, Yuvèe - Profill (Original Mix) 03. 2FASS, ZALEØN - Break (Extended Mix) 04. Anturage, Alexey Union, Ribakov - Don_t Stop (Extended Mix) 05. INDIEGENAS - Lorem Ipsum (Original Mix) 06. Who Else, Zagitar - Essence (Extended Mix) 07. Dub Pepper, Kinky Sound, KIRRU - Bom Bom Bom (Original Mix) 08. Jitwam, GUDFELLA - Morning Coffee (Vintage Culture & Volkoder Extended Remix) 09. LUCA SKETTI - Ti Vedo (Extended Mix) 10. NO STATIC - Eyez On Me 11. Ultra Nate, Hugel, Imael Angel - Movin' To The Sun (Extended Mix) 12. Alexey Union, Prana Flow, Nuvel - Under the Sky feat. Nuvel (Extended Mix) 13. Voch, NOVMI - Pain (Original Mix) 14. Sulim, DJ VOLV, NFar - All Night (Extended Mix) 15. Retrouve - Ibiza 2000 (Extended Mix) 16. Sasha Carassi, Aquarius Heaven, THE ILLUSTRATED MAN - Dance of Shadows (feat. Aquarius Heaven) (Extended Mix) 17. Benny Benassi, Dualite - California Dreamin' (Extended Mix) 18. Andrew Meller - Echoes Of Love (Original Mix) 19. Piazza, Hersz - Get Naughty (Extended Mix) 20. Lauer - Embalmed (Original Mix)

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Rekindling Friendship Over Gelato in Firenze Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-06-23-22-34-01-it Story Transcript:It: Il sole di mezza estate brillava su Firenze.En: The midsummer sun shone on Firenze.It: La città, con le sue strade acciottolate e i suoi monumenti storici, era viva e piena di turisti.En: The city, with its cobblestone streets and historical monuments, was alive and full of tourists.It: In una piccola via vicina a Piazza della Signoria, si trovava la famosa Gelateria Venchi.En: In a small street near Piazza della Signoria, there was the famous Gelateria Venchi.It: L'aria era piena del dolce aroma dei coni freschi e del cioccolato che si scioglieva lentamente.En: The air was filled with the sweet aroma of fresh cones and chocolate slowly melting.It: All'interno, seduto a un tavolo di marmo bianco, c'era Luca.En: Inside, sitting at a white marble table, was Luca.It: Il suo sguardo vagava tra i clienti, in cerca di sollievo dal peso di un pensiero persistente.En: His gaze wandered among the customers, seeking relief from the weight of a persistent thought.It: Studiava arte all'università ma, quel giorno, non riusciva a concentrarsi sul suo lavoro.En: He was studying art at the university, but that day he couldn't focus on his work.It: Una vecchia ferita occupava la sua mente.En: An old wound occupied his mind.It: Giovanna, una volta la sua migliore amica, era la fonte di quel dolore.En: Giovanna, once his best friend, was the source of that pain.It: Inaspettatamente, la porta della gelateria si aprì ed entrò Giovanna.En: Unexpectedly, the door of the gelateria opened and Giovanna entered.It: I suoi occhi brillavano di interesse quando notò Luca.En: Her eyes shone with interest when she noticed Luca.It: Si fermò un attimo, sorpresa di vederlo, poi si avvicinò con un sorriso timido.En: She paused for a moment, surprised to see him, then approached with a timid smile.It: "Ciao, Luca," disse, sperando di iniziare con toni pacati.En: "Hi, Luca," she said, hoping to start on a calm note.It: Luca esalò un profondo respiro.En: Luca exhaled a deep breath.It: Era finalmente giunto il momento di affrontare il passato.En: It was finally time to confront the past.It: "Ciao, Giovanna.En: "Hi, Giovanna.It: Abbiamo bisogno di parlare."En: We need to talk."It: Si sedettero insieme, circondati dalla vivace atmosfera della gelateria.En: They sat together, surrounded by the lively atmosphere of the gelateria.It: Intorno a loro, la gente chiacchierava e rideva, ignara della tensione tra i due amici.En: Around them, people chatted and laughed, unaware of the tension between the two friends.It: "Dobbiamo chiarire ciò che è successo," iniziò Luca, il suo tono fermo ma non ostile.En: "We need to clarify what happened," Luca began, his tone firm but not hostile.It: "Mi sento tradito.En: "I feel betrayed.It: Hai fatto delle scelte che non capisco."En: You made choices I don't understand."It: Giovanna abbassò lo sguardo.En: Giovanna lowered her gaze.It: "Ho sempre pensato che tu avessi frainteso.En: "I always thought you misunderstood.It: Non era mia intenzione ferirti.En: It was never my intention to hurt you.It: Ero sotto pressione e ho creduto a delle voci.En: I was under pressure and believed some rumors.It: Mi dispiace."En: I'm sorry."It: Il cuore di Luca si sciolse un po'.En: Luca's heart softened a bit.It: Iniziava a comprendere.En: He was beginning to understand.It: "Non ti ho mai dato la possibilità di spiegare e ho lasciato che il risentimento crescesse.En: "I never gave you the chance to explain and I let resentment grow.It: Mi dispiace anch'io."En: I'm sorry too."It: Giovanna annuì, sollevata.En: Giovanna nodded, relieved.It: "Voglio che torni tutto come prima.En: "I want everything to go back to how it was before.It: Mi sei mancato, davvero."En: I really missed you."It: Luca sorrise, ormai deciso a lasciarsi il passato alle spalle.En: Luca smiled, now determined to leave the past behind.It: "Anche tu mi sei mancata.En: "I missed you too.It: Cosa ne dici se ricominciamo da qui?En: How about we start over from here?It: Un gelato insieme per sancirlo?"En: A gelato together to seal it?"It: Giovanna annuì, sorridendo.En: Giovanna nodded, smiling.It: "Sì, sarà perfetto.En: "Yes, that sounds perfect.It: Al pistacchio, come piace a noi."En: Pistachio, like we like it."It: Così, con due gelati in mano e cuori più leggeri, Luca e Giovanna riscoprirono la bellezza della loro amicizia.En: So, with two gelatos in hand and lighter hearts, Luca and Giovanna rediscovered the beauty of their friendship.It: Tra una risata e l'altra, compresero l'importanza del dialogo e della comprensione reciproca.En: Between laughter, they understood the importance of dialogue and mutual understanding.It: E mentre il sole calava lentamente su Firenze, il loro legame risplendeva più forte che mai.En: And as the sun slowly set over Firenze, their bond shone brighter than ever. Vocabulary Words:the sun: il solecobblestone: acciottolatohistorical: storicomonument: il monumentothe street: la viafamous: famosothe air: l'ariathe aroma: l'aromacone: il conomarble: il marmothe table: il tavologaze: lo sguardopersistent: persistentethe wound: la feritaunexpectedly: inaspettatamentethe door: la portacalm: pacatoto exhale: esalareto confront: affrontarethe past: il passatolively: vivacechatter: chiacchierarethe tension: la tensionefirm: fermobetrayed: traditounder pressure: sotto pressioneto believe: credereto melt: sciogliersito nod: annuirerelieved: sollevato

It's happened: Tiffany's son Aurelio has "graduated" from elementary school and is on his way to big-kid land.  How is his mom handling it?  And why is it that endings, no matter what they are, tend to be so bittersweet? ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

CardioNerds (Amit and Dan), Billy Joe Mullinax, and Saahil Jumkhawala discuss the long term management of pulmonary embolism with Dr. Soophia Naydenov.  The episode focuses on the approach to patients who struggle with persistent symptoms like dyspnea and fatigue even after completing the acute phase of anticoagulation. This spectrum of disease, ranging from mild post-PE impairment to chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH), requires a structured follow-up. The discussion covers the critical importance of identifying CTEPH early, the necessary timelines for follow-up, and the appropriate objective screening tools and invasive testing to guide patient care toward full functional recovery. Audio editing by CardioNerds academy intern, Grace Qiu. Dr. Dinu Balanescu and Dr. Billy-Joe Mullinax are Co-chairs for the CardioNerds PE Series, developed in collaboration with the PERT Consortium.   Enjoy this Circulation 2022 Paths to Discovery article to learn about the CardioNerds story, mission, and values. CardioNerds Pulmonary Embolism PageCardioNerds Episode PageCardioNerds AcademyCardionerds Healy Honor Roll CardioNerds Journal ClubSubscribe to The Heartbeat Newsletter!Check out CardioNerds SWAG!Become a CardioNerds Patron! Acronyms PE: Pulmonary Embolism PERT: Pulmonary Embolism Response Team CTEPH: Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension QL: Quality of Life VTE: Venous Thromboembolism DASH: D-dimer, Age, Sex, History of non-provoked PE (a risk score) CPET: Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing PFTs: Pulmonary Function Tests VQ Scan: Ventilation-Perfusion Scan DOACs: Direct Oral Anticoagulants TPA: Tissue Plasminogen Activator (Thrombolytics) ECMO: Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Pearls: Post-PE “Syndrome” is a Spectrum: It is more accurately a spectrum of disease (sequelae of PE) rather than a single syndrome, ranging from mild fatigue/dyspnea to the most severe form, CTEPH. Structured Follow-up is Mandatory: All PE survivors need a structured follow-up, typically with checkpoints at 3, 6, 12, and 16–24 months, with the primary goal being to detect CTEPH, the deadliest, yet potentially curable, disease on the spectrum. Screening Should Be Objective and Practical: When screening for persistent symptoms, use objective assessment tools like the Post-VTE Functional Status (PVFS) scale or the Modified Medical Research Council (MMR-C) scale, as highly comprehensive but cumbersome tools (like the PE Quality of Life questionnaire) may not be practical for routine clinical use. Recurrence Risk Scores Aid in Anticoagulation Duration: Simple scores like the DASH score or the HERDO2 score (for women) can provide guidance when considering the continuation versus discontinuation of anticoagulation after the initial treatment phase. Invasive Testing for Persistent Symptoms: If a patient remains symptomatic at the 6-month mark despite normal non-invasive testing (chest X-ray, ECG, PFTs, six-minute walk, echo, VQ scan, CPET), consider invasive testing such as Right Heart Catheterization (RHC) at rest or with exercise, or an invasive CPET. Notes: Notes drafted by Saahil Jumkhawala. 1. The Spectrum of Post-PE Disease The term “post-PE syndrome” should be used with caution, as it refers to a spectrum of disease rather than a single entity. This spectrum includes symptoms (sequelae) that exist in a patient’s life following an incidental PE event that they did not have before. On one extreme is Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension (CTEPH): The definition is clear, but it is the most deadly type, though thankfully rare (2% to 4%). It involves a residual clot and pulmonary hypertension identifiable at rest. In the middle is Chronic Thromboembolic Disease (CTED): Patients may have residual defects seen on a VQ or CT scan, but they do not have pulmonary hypertension. On the other side is a milder disease, which can include fatigue, dyspnea, or a patient’s perceived impairment, where the definitions of CTEPH and CTED are not met, but the patient remains symptomatic. 2. Structured Follow-up and Screening for Post-PE Symptoms Structured follow-up is key for all PE survivors, though the structure may vary based on available resources (PCP, Cardiology, Pulmonary, or multidisciplinary clinic). Recommended Timeline for Follow-up: Data from studies like ELOPE and FOCUS suggest checkpoints at 3, 6, 12, and up to 16 to 24 months. This timeline is designed to identify patients who may develop CTEPH. 88% of patients who develop CTEPH will be identified within about a year. A structured follow-up can reduce the delay in CTEPH diagnosis from 10–12 months to 4–6 months. Personal Practice Note: A quick 2–3 week/30-day check-in is recommended for severely ill patients (e.g., those who had TPA, profound shock, or ECMO support) to ensure medication compliance, manage symptoms, and identify red flags. Screening Tools (Objective Assessment): The first step is an inventory of patient symptoms, leaning toward objective rather than subjective assessment. Recommended Simple Tools: Modified Medical Research Council (MMR-C) for dyspnea evaluation. Post-VTE Functional Status (PVFS) scale. The Pulmonary Embolism Quality of Life (QL) questionnaire is comprehensive but long, making it tedious and better suited for research. Future Utility: Technology (AI/electronic tools) may assist in administering these questionnaires before the clinic visit, presenting the information as a “dashboard” for the provider. 3. Management of Persistent Symptoms and Further Testing Initial Non-Invasive Tests (Often done at 3 months): Echocardiogram VQ Scan Full PFTs Six-minute walk CPET Further Evaluation for Persistent Symptoms (e.g., at 6 months): If non-invasive tests (Chest X-ray, ECG, CPET) are normal but symptoms persist, more invasive testing should be considered as the patient has not returned to baseline. Repeat VQ scan or echocardiogram if symptoms have changed. Right Heart Catheterization (RHC) at rest or with exercise. Invasive CPET. PA gram (Pulmonary Angiogram) to assess vasculature. 4. Recurrence Risk and Anticoagulation Duration The decision to continue or discontinue anticoagulation depends on the patient’s risk factors, the situation of the PE (provoked or unprovoked), presence of active cancer, and patient preference. Recurrence Risk Scores: Simple scores are preferred for practicality. DASH Score. HERDO2 Score (particularly for women). The Vienna Score can be considered if the question is whether to restart anticoagulation after a disruption. Role of D-dimer in Abbreviation: While D-dimer can be used to guide the decision to restart anticoagulation after a planned pause (if D-dimer is high, resume), patient symptoms are preferable to guide management decisions like early abbreviation. 5. Prevention of Post-PE Syndrome Currently, there is no clear tool known to prevent the post-PE syndrome/spectrum of disease. Best Current Advice for Prevention/Recovery: Anticoagulation compliance. Pulmonary rehabilitation, which aids in faster recovery. General precautions, such as smoking cessation and body weight management. Future Research: Ongoing trials are investigating whether acute management strategies (e.g., using thrombolytics in intermediate-risk PE) can prevent long-term sequelae. (The PYTHO trial did not show a reduced rate of CTEPH in intermediate-risk PE patients who received thrombolytics). References: Khan, F., Tritschler, T., Kahn, S. R., & Rodger, M. A. “Venous Thromboembolism.” The Lancet, vol. 398, no. 10294, 2021, pp. 64-77. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(20)32658-1. Kearon, C., & Kahn, S. R. “Long-Term Treatment of Venous Thromboembolism.” Blood, vol. 135, no. 5, 2020, pp. 317-325. doi:10.1182/blood.2019002364. Kahn, S. R., & de Wit, K. “Pulmonary Embolism.” The New England Journal of Medicine, vol. 387, no. 1, 2022, pp. 45-57. doi:10.1056/NEJMcp2116489. Di Nisio, M., van Es, N., & Büller, H. R. “Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism.” The Lancet, vol. 388, no. 10063, 2016, pp. 3060-3073. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(16)30514-1. Chopard, R., Albertsen, I. E., & Piazza, G. “Diagnosis and Treatment of Lower Extremity Venous Thromboembolism: A Review.” JAMA, vol. 324, no. 17, 2020, pp. 1765-1776. doi:10.1001/jama.2020.17272.

Ever had a souvenir that you grew to hate? Something that you'd love to get rid of, but can't bear to because you carried it across the world? Or what about the things you wish you had bought, but didn't? Objects that—whether because they were too expensive, too impractical, or simply too hard to get home—you failed to buy and have always regretted it? For this conversation about the souvenirs we love, loathe, and left behind, we invited our regular Patreon and PayPal supporters to a live episode via Zoom—and some of them contributed to the conversation! ***The Bittersweet Life podcast has been on the air for an impressive 10+ years! In order to help newer listeners discover some of our earlier episodes, every Friday we are now airing an episode from our vast archives! Enjoy!*** ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

Tiffany and her husband Claudio celebrated a (relatively) big anniversary last month. On this bonus episode available exclusively to our Patreon supporters, Tiffany talks about what they did to mark the day, and how that connects with our big Rome trip coming up in November! This is just a sneak peek of a much longer bonus episode that drops today, available exclusively to our generous Patreon supporters.  Want to hear the whole episode and many many more like it? Become part of the Bittersweet Life community by supporting just on Patreon! For as little as $5 per month—less than the price of a coffee in some places—you will have access to multiple bonus episodes every single month.  You'll hear conversations that would never take place on the main show, you'll be part of our new chat community, you'll have access to Patreon-only content in addition to bonus episodes, you'll be invited to join us for live meet-ups, and you'll get to enjoy ad-free listening! But most importantly, you'll be doing your part to help keep this show alive—an independent podcast with no corporate support. (You'll also help keep it virtually ad-free!) Check out our Patreon page for all the details, and consider joining us at the $5 level or above. We are eternally grateful! ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

In this episode, Scott welcomes an old friend to the podcast - Sarah Uriarte Berry. Scott and Sarah did a production of "Grease" together and they had a great time reminiscing about the show and talking about her incredible career on Broadway, on tour, and what it was like being the very first Belle at The Disneyland Resort. Sarah Uriarte Berry made her Broadway debut as Eponine in "Les Miserables" and later reprised her role for the 10th Anniversary Production. She also starred as Belle in "Disney's Beauty and the Beast" twice on Broadway: First at the Palace Theater, and 11 years later, paired with Donny Osmond at the Lunt-Fontanne. Also on Broadway, Sarah won critical acclaim as Franca in "The Light in the Piazza" at Lincoln Center Theater, where she received Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Award nominations for Best Supporting Actress.On tour, she played the role of Betty Schaefer in "Sunset Boulevard" with Petula Clark and the role of Julie Jordan in "Carousel" with Patrick Wilson. For "Carousel," she won an Ovation Award for Best Actress in a Musical. She also recently toured with "Disney Princess - The Concert."Other notable theatre credits include starring as Cinderella in "Rogers & Hammerstein's Cinderella" for the New York City Opera alongside Eartha Kitt, Nicola in "Taboo" opposite Boy George, "Next To Normal," "End Of The Rainbow," "A Little Night Music" at the Kennedy Center, soloist in Bernstein's Mass at Carnegie Hall, and "Sondheim on Sondheim" at the Hollywood Bowl alongside Vanessa Williams, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, and Jonathan Groff.Sarah's film appearances include roles in the feature film "Frontera" starring Ed Harris, Eva Longoria and Michael Peña, and "Pretty Bird" starring Billy Crudup. On television, Sarah's appeared on "Law and Order - Criminal Intent," "Six Degrees," The Tony Awards, and can be seen as Saint Jellorica in the infamous Cats episode of "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt."Email: TheMouseAndMePodcast@gmail.comSupport: www.patreon.com/themouseandmeFB and Instagram: “The Mouse and Me”Music by Kevin MacLeod from https://incompetech.filmmusic.io

Lately it seems that people go on vacation just for the pleasure of standing in line. What's going on? We blame social media and viral influencers who would have many uninformed tourists believe that there's only ONE place to get the "best" espresso, the "best" pizza, the "best" tiramisù, and they are more than willing to line up for hours need be to be able to say they've had the "best."  But is it really the best? Is it even close? (More often than not, it isn't.) And in reality, in big cities like Paris, Rome, or New York, is there ever really any "best" place? What about the tourists who line up for hours just to get the perfect photo of themselves with an epic backdrop. What does it do to the travel experience when tourists can't just walk up to a view and take a photo, but are forced to line up so that they don't accidentally ruin someone else's shot? What happened to just accepting that other people are going to inevitably be in your photo? And why have these photos become more important than seeing the sights with your own two eyes? Why has the profound experience of travel been reduced to the perfect Instagrammable shot? What has happened to travel? This is a follow-up episode to Bittersweet Moment 245: The Best Travel Moments Are not on a Check-list. Be sure to listen to that mini-episode if you haven't already. ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

SUBSCRIBE TO IMPOSSIBLE WAY OF LIFE ON PATREON TO ACCESS FULL EPISODE https://www.patreon.com/animpossiblewayoflifeIf only there was a way to rank an artist's Piazza level and their corresponding Piazzabilities. If only we could replace our already exiting IWOL ranking categories with new Piazza versions. If only...

Formerly close but now estranged siblings, two girls with a passion for swimming in the sea, a death that reveals long hidden secrets, a voice message from beyond the grave, and a tradtional Caribbean cake that ties it all together. These are the ingredients for Black Cake, the bestselling new novel by Charmaine Wilkerson, who joins us on this episode from our archives. In this fascinating author interview, we talk about family, memory, identity, loss, secrets, and so much more. Wilkerson reveals her own path to becoming an author, as well as a bit about her writing process, and some words of advice for aspiring authors, ***The Bittersweet Life podcast has been on the air for an impressive 10+ years! In order to help newer listeners discover some of our earlier episodes, every Friday we are now airing an episode from our vast archives! Enjoy!*** ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

"Whoever saves one life, saves the entire world." — The Talmud Haunting, unforgettable, and deeply moving, this episode takes you inside the cinematic event 'This Ordinary Thing.' The film tells the remarkable true stories of non-Jews who risked everything to save thousands of Jewish strangers across Europe during The Holocaust.  Featuring never-before-seen archival footage and real testimonies, the film employs some of the world's greatest actors to perform excerpts translated directly from original historical transcripts.  Our legendary, all-star narrators have collectively amassed 5 Oscars, over 20 Academy Award nominations, 60+ Emmy nominations, and 25+ Tony nominations. Special Feature: Music by Tony-Award winning composer Adam Guettel (The Light in the Piazza, Floyd Collins). Directed by: Nick Davis (You Had To Be There / TIFF 2025) Executive Producer: Albert M. Tapper (Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy) This film is a timely reminder of the pockets of goodness that can rise in a sea of evil, causing each of us to ask the ultimate contemporary question: "What would I have done?" Subscribe and leave a review to help bring these untold stories of everyday heroes to light. Watch the Official Movie Trailer    

Today we bring you Part 2 of Monday's Episode 632 in which we are inspired by a recent article, the Seattle Times to predict what Seattleites would enjoy in Rome based on what they like to do in Seattle. Listen in to get ideas and tips for what to see and do on your trip to Rome (whether you're from Seattle or not), and you might be surprised to discover just how many things Rome and Seattle have in common! If you haven't already, be sure to listen to Part 1 first! ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

In a recent article, the Seattle Times attempts to predict what Seattleites would enjoy in Rome based on what they like to do in Seattle. But, frankly, as Roman Seattleites ourselves, we think we can do a better job with this topic. Listen in to get ideas and tips for what to see and do on your trip to Rome (whether you're from Seattle or not), and you might be surprised to discover just how many things Rome and Seattle have in common! Turns out we had so much to say, this episode turned into a two-parter! Tune in on Wednesday 10 June to hear Part 2! ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affiliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on Apple Podcasts so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

Tiffany gives you the low-down on Rome's neighborhoods, particularly from the expat perspective. Which neighborhoods are the prettiest? Where are they located? How high are the living expenses there and what kind of expat (typically) lives there? Also—what's the most important landmark in each neighborhood and what kind of food can you get there? We answer all these questions and more. If you're planning a move to Rome (or just daydreaming about one), this episode is for you! ***The Bittersweet Life podcast has been on the air for an impressive 10+ years! In order to help newer listeners discover some of our earlier episodes, every Friday we are now airing an episode from our vast archives! Enjoy!***  ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affiliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on Apple Podcasts so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us through Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

Do you ever wish you could scrap all this new technology and return to the analog world? When you actually owned your own films and music? When you didn't have to have a subscription to use your own printer? When you didn't have AI constantly trying to predict what you're trying to do? From someone who's conducting research for her next book at the public library (Katy) and someone who is planning on going back to listening to CDs only (Tiffany), we have a feeling we're not the only ones. This is just a sneak peek of a much longer bonus episode that drops today, available exclusively to our generous Patreon supporters.  Want to hear the whole episode and many many more like it? Become part of the Bittersweet Life community by supporting just on Patreon! For as little as $5 per month—less than the price of a coffee in some places—you will have access to multiple bonus episodes every single month.  You'll hear conversations that would never take place on the main show, you'll be part of our new chat community, you'll have access to Patreon-only content in addition to bonus episodes, you'll be invited to join us for live meet-ups, and you'll get to enjoy ad-free listening! But most importantly, you'll be doing your part to help keep this show alive—an independent podcast with no corporate support. (You'll also help keep it virtually ad-free!) Check out our Patreon page for all the details, and consider joining us at the $5 level or above. We are eternally grateful! ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affiliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on Apple Podcasts so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us through Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

Today's poem is an open-ended sonnet-versation (sonnet conversation) between youth and experience–with the rarer twist that the dynamic is here presented in the context of a potential romance. Happy reading. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dailypoempod.substack.com/subscribe

Picture it: you dreamed of moving abroad for years, and you've finally done it! You are settling into your new country, and just starting to get the swing of things, with exciting travel plans with your partner on the horizon. But what happens when your friends back home start to come visit... too often? What happens when nearly every weekend you become hostess, tour guide, and chef, all rolled into one? We all love seeing our friends from back home—especially when we live far away—but is there too much of a good thing? Is it bad to want some space and freedom to travel without the constant stress of hosting guests? Or should we just be grateful they want to see us? This week, we discuss a letter we received from an anonymous listener who recently moved abroad, and is finding herself inundated with overnight guests nearly every other weekend? Is it ok for her to tell them, "you're welcome to visit once, but after that, please stay in a hotel?" Or is that unbearably rude? We share our thoughts on this potentially sticky topic on this all-new episode. Please share your thoughts as well! Send us a written email here, or even better, record your comments on a voice memo, and email that to us instead! If we get enough of a response, we may do a follow-up episode! ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us through Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

Can you keep a secret? Author Adrienne Brodeur was asked to keep an explosive secret at just fourteen years old when her mother confided in her about her extramarital affair. From that moment on, Adrienne's life changed; her innocent childhood was over, and her new life of secrets, lies, and drama began. On this episode from our archives, Adrienne joins us for a thoughtful and intimate interview. She discusses her memoir, Wild Game: My Mother, Her Lover, and Me, in which she tells this extraordinary story. She also explores the challenges of writing memoir, and how perspective, persuasion, and longing all shape how you remember events. She also points out that sometimes, to tell your story well, you have to distance yourself from your own narrative. ***The Bittersweet Life podcast has been on the air for an impressive 12+ years! In order to help newer listeners discover some of our earlier episodes, every Friday we are now airing an episode from our vast archives! Enjoy!*** ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us through Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

The most fulfilling travel cannot be found on any check-list. A meaningful trip can never be summed up by list of "top ten" things to see or do. And no influencer has the secrets to make the perfect trip. This is your official invitation to trash the travel check-lists and let the place you are visiting simply reveal itself to you. You might just find that the very best travel experiences come when you ignore all the "must-do"s and just allow the city you are visiting to lead you. By the way, if you crave thoughtful, meaningful and "non-influenced" travel, join us on our intimate Rome listener trip in November 2026! Find out all about it here, or email us for more information! ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us through Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

There's lots of buzz out there lately about manifesting, and how if we can somehow harness this practice, we can effortlessly make all of our desires a reality. But does it really work? And perhaps more importantly—what really goes into manifesting? How much of it is simply the effort and planning it takes to make ANYTHING happen? Last week we chatted with a psychic medium about this very topic, a friendly debate in which Katy pushed back about his claims on maninfesting. (Be sure to listen to that episode frist.) Now Tiffany and Katy hash it out. Can they come to an agreement?? ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us through Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!