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Why do you like what you like? Journalist Tom Vanderbilt joins us to explore how our likes and dislikes are formed. His new book is You May Also Like: Taste in an Age of Endless Choice. Find Tom Vanderbilt at his website or on Instagram. His other books include Traffic: Why We Drive the Way We Do (and what It Says about Us) and Beginners: The Joy and Transformative Power of Lifelong Learning. ***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 third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is in the books! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!  

What's the best time of year to visit Rome? That's a truly impossible question to answer, but Tiffany has an ideal time that might surprise you. Listen to this mini-episode to discover the unlikely perfection of a season you've probably never considered. Don't miss your chance to visit Rome with us, on our intimate Rome listener trip, coming up in October 2026. Find out all about it here, or email us for more information! ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is in the books! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!  

A sudden change of plans, an unexpected surgery—these are the kinds of things that can throw your world into temporary disarray, and often cause no little anxiety in the process. On this personal and vulnerable episode, Tiffany and Katy discuss their recent experiences with the anxiety of the unexpected, and how best to deal with those inevitable times that life throws you a curve ball. ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is in the books! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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 studying fine art keep you safe? According to today's guest Amy Herman it can.  Lawyer and art historian, Herman uses works of art to "sharpen observation, analysis, and communication skills. By showing people how to look closely at painting, sculpture, and photography, she helps them hone their visual intelligence to recognize the most pertinent and useful information as well as recognize biases that impede decision making." Amy has trained police officers, doctors, military members, and special operatives to see the world in a richer way through observing art—and in turn, use that skill to improve their effectiveness on the job. On this episode from our archives, Amy shares her secrets. Find Amy Herman on Instagram or at her 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 third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is in the books! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

Tiffany made a big promise last month about her video watching habit. Here's an update on what's happened since that episode aired. This is just a sneak peek of a much longer bonus episode, available exclusively to our generous Patreon supporters.  Want to hear more? 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, and you'll be invited to join us for regular live meet-ups.  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 our 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 third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is in the books! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

Il segretario della difesa statunitense Pete Hegseth è finito al centro delle polemiche per un attacco compiuto il 2 settembre per affondare una presunta barca di narcotrafficanti venezuelani. Con Serena Forlati, docente di diritto internazionale all'Università di Ferrara.Il 1 dicembre decine di migliaia di persone hanno manifestato a Sofia contro la legge di bilancio e la corruzione del governo bulgaro. Con Francesco Martino, giornalista, da Sofia.Oggi parliamo anche di:Musica • I'm a stranger here myself - Wainwright does Weill di di Rufus WainwrightCi piacerebbe sapere cosa pensi di questo episodio. Scrivici a podcast@internazionale.it Se ascolti questo podcast e ti piace, abbonati a Internazionale. È un modo concreto per sostenerci e per aiutarci a garantire ogni giorno un'informazione di qualità. Vai su internazionale.it/abbonatiConsulenza editoriale di Chiara NielsenProduzione di Claudio Balboni e Vincenzo De SimoneMusiche di Tommaso Colliva e Raffaele ScognaDirezione creativa di Jonathan Zenti

Edoardo Piazza"Civette e container"Edizioni Ensemblewww.edizioniensemble.itQuesta raccolta nasce durante il percorso del Raduno poetico esponenziale, la serie di incontri cominciati a novembre 2023 e tuttora in atto, che vedono esibirsi molte voci della poesia contemporanea, all'interno di un progetto artistico di confronto e ispirazione, dal quale è nata anche l'omonima antologia.Questo libro attinge a quelle forme linguistiche riconosciute come pre-razionali, spesso elencate sotto il titolo di “flusso di coscienza”.Edoardo Piazza (Roma, 1986) ha studiato Scienze Politiche, si occupa di servizi editoriali e organizzazione di eventi culturali. Ha pubblicato i romanzi Il Capodanno di Umberto Rose (2020), I cattivi poeti (2024), e le raccolte poetiche Container! (2019) e Il fosso (2023). Ha curato l'antologia poetica Raduno poetico esponenziale (2024).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/

Le ultime in casa Genoa dopo l'evento che si è svolto ieri in via XX Settembre e alla vigilia della sfida tra Atalanta e Genoa, valida per gli ottavi di finale di Coppa Italia. Buoncalcioatutti!

Piazza Fadi chiude in leggero rialzo, mentre il Dax cresce di mezzo punto. Monte dei Paschi di Siena continua a perdere terreno, influenzato da un'inchiesta della Procura di Milano. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Piazza an der Bo "Laute Lust" – eine Kolumne von Uwe KullnickErleben Sie ein ganzes Jahr lang, jeden Dienstag eine Geschichte von der Piazza an der Bo.(Hördauer ca. 4 Minuten)Willkommen in der "Piazza an der Bo", einem pulsierenden Mikrokosmos der Kulturen im Herzen einer lebendigen Stadt. In dieser wöchentlichen Kolumne begleiten Sie einen Schriftsteller auf seiner Entdeckungsreise durch die facettenreiche Welt seiner multikulturellen Nachbarschaft.Die "Piazza an der Bo" ist ein faszinierender Schmelztiegel der Traditionen, Sprachen und Lebenswege. Mit scharfem Blick und warmherzigem Humor porträtiert der Autor die vielfältigen Charaktere, die diesen Ort zu etwas Besonderem machen.Tauchen Sie ein in die Alltagsgeschichten von Menschen, die trotz unterschiedlicher Hintergründe Seite an Seite leben. Erleben Sie hautnah die Herausforderungen und Triumphe der Integration, die Missverständnisse und Momente des gegenseitigen Verstehens. Die Geschichten beleuchtet sensibel die Komplexität kultureller Begegnungen und zeigen, wie Toleranz und Offenheit in der Praxis gelebt werden können."Piazza an der Bo" ist mehr als nur das Erzählen von Geschichten - es ist eine Einladung, die Schönheit der Vielfalt aber auch die Herausforderungen der Unterschiede und Differenzen zu entdecken und zu erleben.Uwe Kullnick, ein Wanderer zwischen Welten - Uwe Kullnick, Biologe, Autor und Weltenbummler, dessen Texte Brücken bauen zwischen Kulturen, Disziplinen und Erfahrungen. In "Piazza an der Bo" verdichtet er seine globalen Erfahrungen mit lokalen Begegnungen zu einem literarischen Kaleidoskop.  Sprecher: Matthias PöhlmannSchnitt, Jupp Stepprath und Realisation Uwe Kullnick

Today we catch up with Katy's sister Dana to hear the latest on her battle with aggressive brain cancer. If you want to hear more of Dana's story and her fight with brain cancer, check out these recent episodes: Episode 575: An Unfortunate Announcement Episode 577: Clive vs. Constance: An Unfortunate Journey Begins Episode 591: Where Would You Go if You Had Six Months Left to Travel? (with Katy's sisters Dana and Sara) ***Katy's sister Dana has recently been diagnosed with stage 4 agressive brain cancer. To help with the staggering medical costs—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 third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is in the books! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!  

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Unveiling Michelangelo's Secret: A Vatican Art Mystery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-12-01-08-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Nella fredda mattina d'inverno, Alessio camminava con passo deciso verso la Basilica di San Pietro.En: On the cold winter morning, Alessio walked with a determined step towards the Basilica di San Pietro.It: La città era piena di luci natalizie e il profumo dei dolci di Natale galleggiava nell'aria.En: The city was full of Christmas lights and the scent of Christmas sweets floated in the air.It: Alessio era uno studente di storia dell'arte, curioso e determinato.En: Alessio was an art history student, curious and determined.It: In tasca, teneva una busta misteriosa, consegnatagli la sera prima senza mittente, contenente solo un indovinello.En: In his pocket, he held a mysterious envelope, handed to him the night before without a sender, containing only a riddle.It: Le parole dell'indovinello riecheggiavano nella sua mente: "Dove l'ombra incontra la luce, lì l'arte racconta la fede nascosta."En: The words of the riddle echoed in his mind: "Where the shadow meets the light, there art tells of hidden faith."It: Alessio intuiva che il messaggio celava un segreto legato a un'opera d'arte sconosciuta nel Vaticano.En: Alessio intuited that the message concealed a secret linked to an unknown work of art in the Vatican.It: Ma il tempo era contro di lui.En: But time was against him.It: Le celebrazioni di Natale avrebbero presto limitato l'accesso a molte aree.En: The Christmas celebrations would soon restrict access to many areas.It: Mentre passeggiava tra la folla di turisti, vide Chiara, una guida locale.En: As he strolled through the crowd of tourists, he saw Chiara, a local guide.It: Anche se lei era scettica di fronte ai misteri, Alessio sapeva che il suo aiuto poteva essere prezioso.En: Even though she was skeptical about mysteries, Alessio knew that her help could be valuable.It: Avvicinandosi, le mostrò la busta.En: Approaching her, he showed her the envelope.It: "Chiara," disse, "ho bisogno del tuo aiuto per risolvere questo indovinello."En: "Chiara," he said, "I need your help to solve this riddle."It: Chiara lesse attentamente il messaggio.En: Chiara read the message carefully.It: I suoi occhi si illuminarono di curiosità che cercava di nascondere.En: Her eyes lit up with curiosity, which she tried to hide.It: "Va bene," rispose, "vediamo cosa possiamo scoprire."En: "Alright," she replied, "let's see what we can discover."It: Insieme, esplorarono la Piazza di San Pietro, cercando indizi tra le statue magnifiche.En: Together, they explored Piazza di San Pietro, looking for clues among the magnificent statues.It: La folla era densa, ma Alessio e Chiara si muovevano con determinazione.En: The crowd was dense, but Alessio and Chiara moved with determination.It: Il tempo stava per scadere, eppure non si arresero.En: Time was running out, yet they didn't give up.It: Finalmente, sotto una statua poco frequentata, trovarono un piccolo scomparto segreto.En: Finally, under a rarely visited statue, they found a small secret compartment.It: Dentro, c'era una nota: "Questo monumento custodisce la mia fede e la mia arte.En: Inside, there was a note: "This monument guards my faith and my art.It: Michelangelo."En: Michelangelo."It: Chiara e Alessio si guardarono con meraviglia.En: Chiara and Alessio looked at each other in amazement.It: Quel giorno, scoprirono un legame tra la fede di un grande artista e le sue opere, un dettaglio dimenticato della storia dell'arte.En: That day, they discovered a connection between the faith of a great artist and his works, a forgotten detail of art history.It: Alessio capì l'importanza della collaborazione, mentre Chiara riscoprì l'amore per i misteri dell'arte.En: Alessio understood the importance of collaboration, while Chiara rediscovered her love for the mysteries of art.It: Mentre la sera scendeva su Roma e le luci natalizie brillavano, Alessio e Chiara si allontanarono dalla Basilica con un nuovo rispetto reciproco e una storia da raccontare.En: As evening fell over Rome and the Christmas lights shone, Alessio and Chiara walked away from the Basilica with a new mutual respect and a story to tell.It: Il Natale portava con sé un nuovo inizio e un'amicizia inattesa.En: Christmas brought with it a new beginning and an unexpected friendship. Vocabulary Words:the shadow: l'ombrathe light: la lucethe art: l'artethe faith: la fedethe scent: il profumothe envelope: la bustathe riddle: l'indovinellothe monument: il monumentothe crowd: la follathe winter: l'invernothe note: la notathe compartment: lo scompartodetermined: determinatocurious: curiosothe celebration: la celebrazionethe statue: la statuathe guide: la guidathe sender: il mittentethe area: l'areasecret: segretovaluable: preziosothe mystery: il misterodetermination: la determinazionefinally: finalmenteto hide: nascondererarely: raramentethe connection: il legamethe history: la storiamutual: reciprocounexpected: inatteso

Vandaag gaat het over pannenkoeken! Wat wij kennen als een zoet gerecht met veel stroop en poedersuiker, wordt wereldwijd juist vaker hartig gegeten. Eerst bespreken we lokale zoete broodjes, waarna we ons storten op een flinke stapel pannenkoekvarianten. Want hoe verschillen al die pannenkoeken van elkaar? Waar ligt de grens tussen pannenkoek, brood en cake? En wat is de favo van Teun en Yvette? Je hoort het in Etenstijd!Turks ontbijt:Serifoglu Cafe & Patisserie - AmsterdamFlorya Restaurant en Cafe, AmsterdamIlya's Restaurant, RotterdamDakpark, RotterdamRestaurant Sofra, RotterdamBeymen, RotterdamSaygili, EindhovenIn de Piazza bij Ekmekci, EindhovenAhmet Usta, Den HaagLades, BredaRoka, LeidenMado NederlandOnze sponsor:Delicious Magazine: ga naar www.deliciousmagazine.nl/boek, word abonnee en krijg het nieuwe kookboek Pien's Dinner Club van Pien Wekking cadeau.Productie: Meer van ditMuziek: Keez GroentemanWil je adverteren in deze podcast? Stuur een mailtje naar: Adverteerders (direct): adverteren@meervandit.nl(Media)bureaus: adverteren@bienmedia.nl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beiträge vom  "Fest der bayerischen Bücher Teil 5litera bavarica"Hören Sie den aufgezeichneten Live-Beitrag.(Hördauer 14 Minuten)Piazza an der Bo  von Uwe KullnickIn einer Münchner Wohnanlage, wo die Mehrheit der Bewohner ausländische Wurzeln hat, entfaltet sich ein Mikrokosmos der Kulturen. Ein Schriftsteller, der neu in die Gegend gezogen ist, beobachtet die "Piazza an der Bo" und beschließt, die Geschichten seiner Nachbarn aus fast 20 Nationen zu erkunden. Von marokkanischen Hijabs bis zum chinesischen Händlern, von indischem Curry bis zu italienischer Pasta – diese Mischung zeigt, wie Integration vor sich geht. Mit Humor, Empathie und scharfer Beobachtungsgabe erzählt der Autor von den Herausforderungen und Chancen des multikulturellen Zusammenlebens, den kleinen und großen Momenten des Alltags und der Suche nach Gemeinschaft in einer globalisierten Welt.Radio LiberTonWarum wir Lieder gegen RECHTS brauchen und der Zunahme der radikalen Auffassungen klaren Widerstand entgegensetzen müssen. In einer Zeit, in der die Grundpfeiler unserer Demokratie bröckeln, ja offenen Auges mit Füßen getreten werden, stellt sich die Frage: Warum sollten wir als Menschen dieses oder unseres Landes Songs gegen den Missbrauch von Macht und Geld und die Zerstörung der Demokratie machen, oder solchen zumindest zuhören und sie mitsingen?Musik hat die einzigartige Fähigkeit, Menschen zu berühren und zu bewegen. Sie kann komplexe Themen auf eine Weise vermitteln, die direkt ins Herz und den Verstand geht. Wenn wir Lieder über die Gefahren des Machtmissbrauchs und die Bedrohung unserer demokratischen Werte schaffen, können wir mehr als nur zu unterhalten – wir bilden, wir inspirieren, wir mobilisieren.Unsere Songs können vielleicht:Das Bewusstsein schärfen: Sie machen auf subtile, genauso wie auf brutale und als selbstverständliche hingenommene Formen des Machtmissbrauchs aufmerksam.Emotionen wecken: Sie lassen uns die Dringlichkeit des Problems fühlen. Es geht Jeden anZum Handeln anregen: Sie motivieren uns, aktiv für unsere Demokratie einzustehen.Gemeinschaft stiften: Sie verbinden Menschen mit ähnlichen Sorgen, Ängsten und Hoffnungen.Technische Bearbeitung Jupp Stepprath, Realisation Uwe Kullnick

L'umiliazione inflitta in diretta da Carlo Calenda a Jeffrey Sachs quando ne ha messo in risalto le menzogne ha avuto un'eco mondiale. Dell'episodio colpiscono due elementi: 1) la sfrontatezza con cui il propagandista di Putin contraddice quello che lui stesso aveva affermato appena dopo la rivolta di Piazza Maidan a Kiev 2) l'acquiescenza di Formigli di fronte a tali vergognose menzogne, spacciata per equidistanza. Il fiasco planetario ha puntato i riflettori ancora una volta sulla faziosità dei #media italiani dove la propaganda del Cremlino ha messo solide radici, dai tempi di Stalin. La maggioranza degli attivisti comunisti, spacciati inopinatamente per giornalisti, ancora rimpiange l'URSSDiventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inglorious-globastards-podcast--4600745/support.

Among the plethora of emotions that plague expats, one of them is guilt.  What happens when you know you should go home, but don't? Guest Jessica Scott-Reid tackled just this subject for an article in the Wall Street Journal's Expat Blog. On this episode from our archives, Jessica joins Katy and Tiffany to discuss this often unpleasant subject. ***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 third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is in the books! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!  

28/11 Il CME, Chicago Mercantile Exchange, colonna vertebrale del trading globale, ha sospeso temporaneamente il trading di valute, futures azionari e commodities per un problema di raffreddamento a uno dei suoi data center. In Asia chiusura mista, Kospi più pesante. Il Nikkei chiude il mese a -4%, l'inflazione sale più delle attese. A Wall Street giornata a mezzo servizio, attesa volatilità e focus su retail, Alibaba, Apple e Jefferies. In Europa molti dati macro, DBRS decide su rating sovrano Francia, Germania e spagna. Focus a Piazza affari sulle indagini della procura di Milano sulla scalata di Mps a Mediobanca. Armani, il nuovo Cda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The most prolific hitting backstop of all-time, Mike Piazza graces the #shegone podcast in between training sessions with WBC team Italy. The new skipper shares stories on the people who influenced his approach to the game. You'll hear names like Reggie Smith, Bill Madlock, Tommy LaSorda, Don Drysdale, Ted Williams, and of course, his dad. Hear about BP vs Sandy Koufax and a hitting lesson from the Splendid Splinter as a teenager. The 62nd round draft choice is very candid about his journey and treats us to a special story surrounding his time with the Mets and 9/11. Jeff Frye does it again ... you'll walk away an even bigger fan of Piazza than when you started after this interview.

Piazza an der Bo "Zu verschenken" – eine Kolumne von Uwe KullnickErleben Sie ein ganzes Jahr lang, jeden Dienstag eine Geschichte von der Piazza an der Bo.(Hördauer ca. 4 Minuten)Willkommen in der "Piazza an der Bo", einem pulsierenden Mikrokosmos der Kulturen im Herzen einer lebendigen Stadt. In dieser wöchentlichen Kolumne begleiten Sie einen Schriftsteller auf seiner Entdeckungsreise durch die facettenreiche Welt seiner multikulturellen Nachbarschaft.Die "Piazza an der Bo" ist ein faszinierender Schmelztiegel der Traditionen, Sprachen und Lebenswege. Mit scharfem Blick und warmherzigem Humor porträtiert der Autor die vielfältigen Charaktere, die diesen Ort zu etwas Besonderem machen.Tauchen Sie ein in die Alltagsgeschichten von Menschen, die trotz unterschiedlicher Hintergründe Seite an Seite leben. Erleben Sie hautnah die Herausforderungen und Triumphe der Integration, die Missverständnisse und Momente des gegenseitigen Verstehens. Die Geschichten beleuchtet sensibel die Komplexität kultureller Begegnungen und zeigen, wie Toleranz und Offenheit in der Praxis gelebt werden können."Piazza an der Bo" ist mehr als nur das Erzählen von Geschichten - es ist eine Einladung, die Schönheit der Vielfalt aber auch die Herausforderungen der Unterschiede und Differenzen zu entdecken und zu erleben.Uwe Kullnick, ein Wanderer zwischen Welten - Uwe Kullnick, Biologe, Autor und Weltenbummler, dessen Texte Brücken bauen zwischen Kulturen, Disziplinen und Erfahrungen. In "Piazza an der Bo" verdichtet er seine globalen Erfahrungen mit lokalen Begegnungen zu einem literarischen Kaleidoskop.Sprecher: Matthias PöhlmannSchnitt, Jupp Stepprath und Realisation Uwe Kullnick

For some travelers, visiting the sites just isn't enough. One of our listeners wrote to express her longing to go deeper when traveling, far beyond the monuments, art, cuisine, and local culture. Into the very life and people of the place she's visiting. But how do you go about that? Today we offer our practical tips. Got a question? Send us an email (or better yet, record a voice message asking the question yourself) here and if the questions resonates with us, we might just do a whole episode around it! ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure 2025 is in the books! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!  

Could watching a movie inspire you to move abroad? Could reading a book launch a lifetime of travel? Movies and books can have a big influence on personal actions. On this episode from our archives, Tiffany and Katy share the cultural works that have shaped their lives. Listen to the end to find out which film was the impetus for Tiffany's move to Italy. Be a part of the conversation: What art has influenced you? We love hearing from our listeners. Send us an email or better yet, record a voice memo telling us about it and email it to us. If we get enough responses we may record a follow-up episode—and you could be on it! ***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 third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

Tiffany's son Aurelio will soon be in middle school, and the exact age that Katy and Tiffany were when they first met. And, wow, how things have changed. Tiffany reports on her visit to his potential new school. This is just a sneak peek of a much longer bonus episode, available exclusively to our generous Patreon supporters.  Want to hear more? 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, and you'll be invited to join us for regular live meet-ups.  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 our 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 third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!  

When you're visiting a foreign country, you miss a lot. From conversations around you on the street to advertisements on billboards or your favorite podcast that is suddenly playing you ads in the local language. You also miss a lot of cultural context, and while that can sometimes be problematic, it can also lead to overlooking prejudices that might be common with locals. Can missing the nuance be a good thing? We all know the downsides of being on the outside when in a foreign country, but are there also positives? We discuss this topic on today's brand-new episode. ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Rainy Encounters: An Artistic Connection in Firenze Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-11-17-23-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Era un pomeriggio d'autunno a Firenze.En: It was an autumn afternoon in Firenze.It: Le foglie gialle danzavano nel vento e il cielo, solitamente azzurro, si coprì di nuvole grigie.En: The yellow leaves danced in the wind and the sky, usually blue, was covered with gray clouds.It: Presto iniziò a piovere.En: Soon it began to rain.It: La pioggia cadde improvvisa, insolitamente forte, e costrinse i passanti a cercare rifugio.En: The rain fell suddenly, unusually strong, and forced the passersby to seek shelter.It: Gianna, una studentessa universitaria appassionata di storia dell'arte, camminava per le strade acciottolate con un blocco per schizzi sotto il braccio.En: Gianna, a university student passionate about art history, was walking the cobblestone streets with a sketchbook under her arm.It: La sua testa era piena di pensieri sul progetto finale del corso.En: Her head was full of thoughts about her final course project.It: Sentiva la pressione crescere ogni giorno di più.En: She felt the pressure growing more each day.It: Si fermò davanti a una piccola gelateria.En: She stopped in front of a small gelateria.It: Le luci calde e l'odore dolce del gelato fresco la invitarono a entrare.En: The warm lights and the sweet smell of fresh gelato invited her to enter.It: Decise di fare una pausa, anche se aveva poco tempo a disposizione.En: She decided to take a break, even though she had little time to spare.It: Matteo, un musicista locale con un sorriso travolgente, cercava di ripararsi dalla pioggia anche lui.En: Matteo, a local musician with an overwhelming smile, was also trying to shelter from the rain.It: Stava andando in Piazza della Signoria per suonare.En: He was heading to Piazza della Signoria to play.It: Ma quella pioggia improvvisa lo costrinse a cercare riparo nella gelateria.En: But that sudden rain forced him to seek refuge in the gelateria.It: Entrò, scosse i capelli bagnati e lasciò che il calore dell'ambiente lo riscaldasse.En: He entered, shook his wet hair, and let the warmth of the place warm him.It: La gelateria era accogliente, con poche persone sedute ai tavoli.En: The gelateria was cozy, with a few people sitting at the tables.It: Gianna si sedette vicino alla finestra, guardando la pioggia scendere sulle strade di Firenze.En: Gianna sat by the window, watching the rain fall on the streets of Firenze.It: Matteo ordinò un cono e si sedette poco lontano da lei.En: Matteo ordered a cone and sat not far from her.It: Entrambi godettero del momento di pausa, persi nei propri pensieri.En: Both enjoyed the moment of pause, lost in their own thoughts.It: Alla fine, Matteo notò il blocco per schizzi di Gianna.En: Eventually, Matteo noticed Gianna's sketchbook.It: "Cosa disegni?"En: "What are you drawing?"It: chiese curioso, rompendo il silenzio.En: he asked curiously, breaking the silence.It: Gianna sollevò lo sguardo, sorpresa dalla domanda.En: Gianna looked up, surprised by the question.It: "Sto cercando ispirazione per un progetto di storia dell'arte," rispose timidamente.En: "I'm looking for inspiration for an art history project," she replied timidly.It: "Ma non è facile."En: "But it's not easy."It: Matteo sorrise.En: Matteo smiled.It: "La musica mi ispira sempre.En: "Music always inspires me.It: Forse potrebbe aiutarti anche con l'arte."En: Maybe it could help you with art too."It: Iniziarono a parlare.En: They started talking.It: Matteo raccontò di come la musica fosse la sua vita e di come sperasse di trovare il suo posto nel mondo musicale.En: Matteo talked about how music was his life and how he hoped to find his place in the musical world.It: Gianna parlò della sua passione per l'arte e delle sue insicurezze.En: Gianna spoke of her passion for art and her insecurities.It: Entrambi notarono di avere obiettivi simili: esprimere sé stessi e trovare la propria strada.En: Both noticed they had similar goals: to express themselves and find their own path.It: La conversazione si fece vivace, parlando di artisti e musicisti, di Firenze e di sogni.En: The conversation became lively, talking about artists and musicians, about Firenze and dreams.It: Gianna iniziò a vedere la sua arte da una nuova prospettiva.En: Gianna began to see her art from a new perspective.It: Matteo, da parte sua, si accorse che le connessioni personali potevano arricchire la sua vita, non solo la carriera.En: Matteo, for his part, realized that personal connections could enrich his life, not just his career.It: Quando la pioggia alla fine diminuì, Matteo si alzò per riprendere il suo cammino.En: When the rain finally subsided, Matteo got up to continue on his way.It: Prima di uscire, si voltò verso Gianna.En: Before leaving, he turned to Gianna.It: "Spero di vedere uno dei tuoi lavori un giorno," disse con un sorriso sincero.En: "I hope to see one of your works someday," he said with a sincere smile.It: Gianna annuì, sentendo in sé una nuova fiducia.En: Gianna nodded, feeling a new confidence within her.It: "E io spero di sentire la tua musica risuonare in tutta Firenze."En: "And I hope to hear your music resounding throughout Firenze."It: Matteo uscì, continuando per la sua strada, mentre Gianna restò per un altro momento, contemplando l'effetto che una semplice conversazione aveva avuto su di lei.En: Matteo left, continuing on his way, while Gianna stayed for another moment, contemplating the effect that a simple conversation had had on her.It: Quando il sole fece capolino tra le nuvole, Gianna sapeva di aver trovato qualcosa di prezioso: ispirazione e fiducia in sé stessa.En: When the sun peeked through the clouds, Gianna knew she had found something precious: inspiration and confidence in herself.It: E Matteo, nel cuore di Firenze, portava con sé il calore di una nuova connessione.En: And Matteo, in the heart of Firenze, carried with him the warmth of a new connection.It: Due sconosciuti sotto la stessa pioggia, ora con nuove prospettive.En: Two strangers under the same rain, now with new perspectives. Vocabulary Words:the autumn: l'autunnothe sky: il cielothe shelter: il rifugiothe university student: la studentessa universitariathe cobblestone: le strade acciottolatethe sketchbook: il blocco per schizzithe pressure: la pressionethe gelateria: la gelateriathe smell: l'odorethe local musician: il musicista localethe smile: il sorrisothe table: il tavolothe window: la finestrathe cone: il conothe silence: il silenziothe inspiration: l'ispirazionethe art history: la storia dell'artethe goal: l'obiettivothe path: la stradathe artist: l'artistathe career: la carrierathe conversation: la conversazionethe confidence: la fiduciathe rain: la pioggiathe sun: il solethe clouds: le nuvolethe connection: la connessionethe stranger: lo sconosciutothe perspective: la prospettivathe dream: il sogno

Odifreddi a ArtDate: dialogo sull'Occidentein conversazione con Claudia Santeroni (coordinatrice di The Blank Contemporary Art).*****************************Il talk precede la conferenza "Il silenzio, il vuoto, il nulla, lo zero", domenica 16 novembre 2025 ore 18.00 Sala dell'Orologio, Piazza della Libertà, 7, Bergamo. Ingresso libero fino a esaurimenti posti.Programma completo del Festival:www.theblank.it

Don't have the cash or the time off to travel right now? Not to worry! Reading can take you anywhere. On this episode from our archives, we recommend books that will transport you. NPR's Nancy Pearl—quite possibly the world's most famous librarian—is known for giving the perfect book recommendation for any situation. She sits down with us to share her selections for the best armchair travel books. Don't know who Nancy Pearl is? She's an American librarian, best-selling author, and iterary critic. Her prolific reading and her knowledge of books and literature first made her locally famous in Seattle, Washington, where she regularly appears on public radio recommending books. She achieved broader fame with Book Lust, her 2003 guide to good reading. Pearl was named 2011 Librarian of the Year by Library Journal. Check out her travel-themed recommendations in Book Lust to Go. ***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 third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

In this episode, we welcome Vincent Piazza. Vincent stars in “Tulsa King,” and is also known for his lead role as Lucky Luciano in “Boardwalk Empire.” In our chat, we hear about his NYC roots, education, career path, and approach to his character in “Tulsa King.” In addition, Vincent offers insights and recommendations for actors and emerging filmmakers today.“The Making Of” is presented by AJA:UDC-4K: More than just an average 12G-SDI and HDMI up/down/cross converterAJA's newest Mini-Converter boasts powerful 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 I/O, 4K/UltraHD/2K/HD scaling, frame sync, frame rate conversion, and more. Unlocking an expansive range of conversion possibilities, UDC-4K enables teams to get disparate sources into a common format and timing reference. Explore how UDC-4K solves some of the most common production and post challenges.Shoot. Store. Secure. Smile.The OWC Guardian is a bus‑powered, portable NVMe SSD featuring 256‑bit AES OPAL hardware encryption and a color touch‑screen for intuitive, secure access. With up to 1,000 MB/s real‑world transfer speeds, platform‑agnostic operation (Mac, PC, iPad Pro), and a rugged anodized aluminum enclosure, it's built to protect audit‑sensitive media and projects anytime, anywhere. Learn more hereZEISS Events at CamerimageImmersive Action Cinematography with Movement Specialist Daniel IlabacaTuesday, November 1814:30 - 16:00Venue: CKK Jordanki – Seminar Room and Camerimage Online PlatformFormer stuntman and Parkour performer turned filmmaker Daniel Ilabaca has been researching immersive filming for a while. Now with smaller camera bodies and compact full format lenses such as the ZEISS Nano Primes, it's becoming possible to literally wear the camera without compromising the quality of the footage. Be a fly on the wall as Daniel turns the seminar room into a production office: from screenwriting to shot-listing, location scouting, and camera rigging, he'll take us on a gliding tour of his creative process, as he goes through the preproduction of his upcoming passion project. Learn more hereMeet Stream Deck Studio:Meet Stream Deck Studio, the ultimate control surface designed for professional broadcast and live production environments. Built on the iconic Elgato hardware and powered by Bitfocus software, it offers a hyper-customizable experience that simplifies even the most complex workflows. With compatibility across hundreds of devices from the industry's top vendors, Stream Deck Studio gives you complete command over your production setup, making it easier than ever to create seamless, high-quality broadcasts. Call Videoguys at 800-323-2325 to learn more and take your production control to the next level today! Explore herePodcast Rewind:Nov. 2025 - Ep. 103…Advertise in “The Making Of” and reach 250K film & TV industry pros each week. For more information, email mvalinsky@me.com Get full access to The Making Of at themakingof.substack.com/subscribe

Last week, a thousand-year-old medieval tower in Rome partially collapsed. This disaster for history and Rome's patrimony—which could have been much worse—serves as a reminder that Rome's monuments are not forever. The Torre dei Conti is far from being the only historic building to collapse—partially or completely—in recent years. And antiquity and the Middle Ages witnessed the loss of more treasures of engineering, art, and architecture than we can probably imagine.  We think of Rome as eternal (for good reason), but the truth is, Rome's cityscape is slowly but perpetually changing. Moral of the story: if there's a site in Rome you'd like to visit, do it now. (Before it's gone forever!!) P. S. Don't miss your chance to visit Rome with us, on our intimate Rome listener trip, coming up in October 2026. Find out all about it here, or email us for more information! ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

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When you spend a good deal of time in a foreign country, going back home can often be eye-opening. Why do we do it this way? Can be a suddenly common thought. Does it have to be this way? You might ask yourself, when considering how things are done in other countries. As Katy returns to the States after a few weeks in Rome, she finds herself shaking her head at the way some things are done in her home country, as well as wondering why Italy can't get its own act together in certain respects. ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

Every country has its own bureaucracy... but some countries are worse than others. Part of living in a new country is learning the hoops you need to jump through to keep your life running smoothly. In this episode from our archives, Tiffany talks about how she has learned to deal with Italian bureaucracy, and how doing so is part of the inevitable expat process. What has she learned? ***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 third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

Tiffany is on "Day One!" of a new undertaking. It is something that ALL OF US should probably be doing. Find out what it is, and answer this question: Do you agree that you need to do this too? This is just a sneak peek of a much longer bonus episode, available exclusively to our generous Patreon supporters.  Want to hear more? 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, and you'll be invited to join us for regular live meet-ups.  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 our 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 third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

As Katy prepares to leave Rome once again, she and Tiffany muse on the 2025 Jubilee or Holy Year that has taken over Rome this year. How does Holy Year 2025 compare to past Jubilees? And does the change of pope halfway through the year make a difference? And what about merch? How odd is it that a Jubilee (an institution that has been occurring every quarter century in Rome for over 500 years) should have a mascot and official merch? Does that cheaped it or make it more current? And whose job is it to design the Jubilee branding? And how has the city handled this mega-event? Has Rome been up to the task? We discuss on this episode taped on a park bench in Piazza Cavour. ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Treasures of Time: An Adventure Beneath Piazza del Campo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-11-03-23-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Piazza del Campo era in festa.En: Piazza del Campo was in celebration.It: Foglie color arancio e oro cadevano leggere, sovrapponendosi al suolo ciottoloso.En: Leaves colored orange and gold fell lightly, overlapping on the cobbled ground.It: Il profumo delle caldarroste si mescolava ai suoni vivaci del festival medievale in corso.En: The scent of roasted chestnuts mingled with the lively sounds of the medieval festival underway.It: Luca, col cappello storto e lo sguardo pensieroso, osservava la piazza.En: Luca, with his hat askew and a thoughtful gaze, observed the square.It: Teneva tra le mani una scatola di legno.En: He held a wooden box in his hands.It: Dentro c'era il segreto che aveva scoperto di recente: frammenti di una mappa antica.En: Inside was the secret he had recently discovered: fragments of an ancient map.It: Gianna era al suo fianco, guardando con occhi sognanti le bancarelle e i bambini che giocavano.En: Gianna was by his side, looking dreamily at the stalls and the children playing.It: Dalla sua borsa spuntava un libro con strane scritte.En: From her bag peeked out a book with strange writings.It: "Sei sicuro che sia qui l'entrata?"En: "Are you sure the entrance is here?"It: chiese lei.En: she asked.It: Luca annuì, incerto.En: Luca nodded, uncertain.It: Il loro piano era rischioso, lo sapevano entrambi.En: Their plan was risky, they both knew it.It: La notte prima Luca aveva fatto una scelta coraggiosa.En: The night before, Luca had made a brave choice.It: Aveva mostrato la mappa a Gianna, sebbene inizialmente fosse titubante.En: He had shown the map to Gianna, although he was initially hesitant.It: Lei era brillante con i codici e le lingue antiche.En: She was brilliant with codes and ancient languages.It: Lui aveva bisogno del suo aiuto.En: He needed her help.It: "Devo scoprirlo prima degli altri," aveva detto.En: "I must find out before the others," he had said.It: E lei aveva sorriso, accettando la sfida.En: And she had smiled, accepting the challenge.It: Lavorarono sodo per giorni, cercando di decifrare quei simboli.En: They worked hard for days, trying to decipher those symbols.It: Ogni frammento era un enigma.En: Each fragment was an enigma.It: Sapevano che altri erano sulle loro tracce.En: They knew that others were on their trail.It: Cacciatori di tesori senza scrupoli avrebbero fatto di tutto per mettere le loro mani sulla mappa.En: Unscrupulous treasure hunters would do anything to get their hands on the map.It: Finalmente, in un piccolo caffè affacciato sulla piazza, trovarono la soluzione.En: Finally, in a small café overlooking the square, they found the solution.It: Il codice parlava di un ingresso nascosto sotto una vecchia fontana.En: The code spoke of a hidden entrance beneath an old fountain.It: Proprio quando Luca e Gianna capirono, i rivali scoprirono il loro segreto.En: Just as Luca and Gianna understood, their rivals discovered their secret.It: "Non lasceremo che ci fermino," disse Gianna.En: "We won't let them stop us," said Gianna.It: Il desiderio di trovare una nuova strada la guidava.En: The desire to find a new path guided her.It: Luca, al suo fianco, sentiva crescere la fiducia in se stesso.En: Luca, by her side, felt his self-confidence growing.It: Con astuzia e velocità, arrivarono alla fontana.En: With cunning and speed, they reached the fountain.It: Era lì l'entrata che conduceva alle catacombe.En: It was there, the entrance that led to the catacombs.It: Spostarono una pietra, lavorarono insieme per aprire il passaggio.En: They moved a stone, working together to open the passage.It: Il cuore batteva forte nei loro petti.En: Their hearts beat rapidly in their chests.It: Mentre scendevano, una paura dolce li avvolgeva.En: As they descended, a sweet fear enveloped them.It: Sotto terra, trovarono sale piene di tesori dimenticati.En: Underground, they found rooms full of forgotten treasures.It: Riflessi dorati danzavano sulle pareti.En: Golden reflections danced on the walls.It: Era una scoperta unica.En: It was a unique discovery.It: Luca e Gianna si guardarono, pieni di meraviglia.En: Luca and Gianna looked at each other, full of wonder.It: Avevano realizzato un sogno, svelato segreti sepolti nel tempo.En: They had realized a dream, unveiling secrets buried in time.It: Tornarono in superficie accolti dagli applausi del festival.En: They returned to the surface greeted by the applause of the festival.It: Erano diventati eroi, accolti dalla storia e dalla loro città.En: They had become heroes, embraced by history and their city.It: Luca aveva imparato il valore della collaborazione.En: Luca had learned the value of collaboration.It: Gianna aveva trovato la sua nuova passione e scopo nel mistero della storia.En: Gianna had found her new passion and purpose in the mystery of history.It: In quell'autunno dorato, tra le voci e le risate della piazza, si sentivano finalmente completi.En: In that golden autumn, among the voices and laughter of the square, they finally felt complete.It: Piazza del Campo rimase a celebrare, simbolo di un'avventura appena iniziata.En: Piazza del Campo remained celebrating, a symbol of an adventure just begun. Vocabulary Words:the square: la piazzacelebration: festacobbled: ciottolosoroasted: caldarrostelively: vivaciaskew: stortothoughtful: pensierosogaze: sguardoa box: una scatolafragments: frammentistall: bancarelladreamily: sognantirisky: rischiosohesitant: titubantescrupulous: scrupolidecipher: decifrarea trail: tracceconcealed: nascostoentrance: entratacunning: astuziaself-confidence: fiducia in se stessocatacombs: catacombepassage: passaggioa fear: una pauratreasures: tesorireflections: riflessiunique: unicawonder: meravigliaapplause: applausicollaboration: collaborazione

Mortician Caitlin Doughty—of Ask a Mortitian fame—joins us on this episode from our archive to talk about death practices around the world. Discover where you'd like to die and what countries deal with mortality best. Find Caitlin on Instagram, at her website, The Order of the Good Death, or on her You Tube Channel, Ask a Mortician. ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

Mini episode drop! Have you ever seen a ghost? Not just sensed one's presence, but actually seen one with your own eyes? Tiffany's husband Claudio has. In honor of Halloween, today we hear his story, a story that took place one frigid night in a tiny hilltop town near Rome. Happy Halloween and happy ghost hunting! ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Want to join our next Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure in October 2026? You'll be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with Katy and Tiffany as your guides—and participating in a live episode like this one! Find out more here. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

So it turns out, 600 episodes is a lot! Katy and Tiffany celebrate the work and dedication it has taken to reach this impressive milestone along with our guests on our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure, a trip to Rome we take with a small number of our listeners every October. Hear us share our thoughts about this big big number, as well as other milestones we have achieved in our lives. Our guests also share what milestones mean to them, what their greatest ones have been so far, and how they help keep them motivated as well as contribute to a sense of accomplishment and confidence. Be sure to listen all the way to the end to hear another significant milestone that Katy has recently achieved in a different aspect of her life. (You heard it here first!) Want to join our next Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure in October 2026? You'll be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with Katy and Tiffany as your guides—and participating in a live episode like this one! Find out more here. ------------------------------------- ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

On the previous members-only bonus episode, Katy revealed some big news. Dare we say, HUGE news! Well, we're back with an update. And that huge news has quickly escalated into absolutely ENORMOUS NEWS. But this is just a sneak peek. So if you'd like to hear the full bonus episode, available exclusively to our Patreon supporters, and find out what all this exciting news is about, join us on Patreon. Become part of the Bittersweet Life community 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, and you'll be invited to join us for regular live meet-ups.  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 our 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 third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!  

In the wake of our 3rd annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure, we're taking a much deserved break to prepare for a new season of the original, entertaining, and thought-provoking episodes that our listeners have come to expect from us for over a decade. If you can't get through the week without your Bittersweet Life fix, not to worry! Join us over on Patreon. We put out two brand-new, never-before-heard bonus episodes on our Patreon every single month—and we've been doing so for years now. Dor as little as $5 per month—less than the price of a coffee in many places—you'll be a part of the Bittersweet Life Patreon community. You'll hear conversations that would never take place on the main show, you'll be part of our chat community, you'll have access to Patreon-only content in addition to bonus episodes, and you'll be invited to join us for live meet-ups.  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 our 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 third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure 2025 is in the books! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!  

Writer and scientist Hope Jahren, author of the New York Times best-seller Lab Girl, joins us on this episode from our archives to challenge how we experience the plants of the world. She also tackles the difficulties of being a female scientist and why us laymen can often feel intimidated by people who study the natural world. ***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 third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

Another mini-episode, another amazing little-known Roman site that Tiffany explores on our listeners' behalf. Did you know there is an escape route—hidden inside a medieval wall built in the 9th century—that has been used by popes to flee attacks on the Vatican? The Passetto del Borgo is an 800-meter raised tunnel that stretches from the Apostolic Palace in the Vatican all the way to the safety of Castel Sant'Angleo. It's a place steeped in history and mystery alike. Come along with us as Tiffany shares details about this fascinating place, that has only recently reopened to the public after more than a decade of restoration. Bonus! Aurelio also joins us to share his impressions of the Passetto. Book a visit to the Passetto here. ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

What's it like to have children in a foreign country, only to uproot your family and move to a whole new country? Today's guest tells us all about it on this eye-opening interview. Longtime listener of The Bittersweet Life and international teacher Sara Gladding sits down with us to tell us her fascinating story. After living for a short time in France and moving back to the States for a period, Sara and her husband decide on a whim to move to Casablanca, Morocco to teach in an international school there. This is where their two boys are born, and where they begin to build a life they love. But as sometimes happens, there came a point in which their adopted country no longer felt like home. And that's how Sara and her young family ended up in Madrid, just a few months ago. Having been a newbie, a stayer, a goer, and now a newbie expat again, Sara shares the challenges of each of these inevitable expat phases (particularly felt in the international teaching world); what it feels like to decide nearly a year in advance that she's moving away; and what it's like starting all over (again) and if it gets any easier the more you do it. If you haven't already, be sure to listen to Episode 538 Stayers, Goers, and Newbies, a discussion that was suggested by today's guest. ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

Bestselling author Frances Mayes comes in from the Tuscan sun to tell us about her favorite uncrowded corners of Italy, away from the crush of the country's top tourist destinations. And a certified beer judge explains what makes lager the world's most popular style of the ubiquitous beverage. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

Travelers and expats often encounter animals. From the humble, common pigeon to a monkey or a great white shark. On this episode from our archives, we share animal stories from all over the world. Special guest stars: Andrew Blechman, author of Pigeons: The Fascinating Saga of the World's Most Revered and Reviled Bird and Clark and Evalea Beck, pigeon rescuers. ***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 third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!  

Katy has news—big news! And this bonus episode is the first place she's sharing it. This is just a sneak peek of a much longer bonus episode, available exclusively to our generous Patreon supporters.  Want to hear more? 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, and you'll be invited to join us for regular live meet-ups.  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 our 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 third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!  

If you've ever spent any significant amount of time in Italy or around native Italians, you will soon have discovered: Italians are loud. A recent trip to the peaceful Austrian Alps, in which she was confronted with lots and lots of Italians on vacation in a place outisde of Italy, brought home this reality to Tiffany more than ever before. Turns out, when Italians are in a non-Italian context, they seem even louder. Is there a genetic reason Italians talk more loudly, or is it simply because they are used to living in a loud place and necessarily modulate their voices to match? Or is there a deeper reason? Also, as an expat whose dream was once to live with and among Italians, how long does it take before your chosen people start to get on your nerves? ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

On this fun episode from our archives, we sit down with three American sisters living in Orvieto, Italy. Giulia (age 13), Paloma (age 11), and Viola (age 8) have been expats their whole lives. How do they view the United States from afar? Do they feel like they fit in with the local kids their age? This interview was taped over a decade ago! What are Giulia, Paloma, and Viola up to now? Should we do a follow-up 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 third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!

Palazzo Farnese is one of the most magnificent palaces in Rome—and until recently, one of the most difficult to visit. But that has changed and Tiffany took the opportunity to visit this incredible site while her mom was in town recently. In this mini-episode, she talks about the palace's history, the scandalous way the Farnese family rose to prestige in the Renaissance, and the glorious art that you can admire inside.  Aurelio also pops in to share his thoughts on visiting this marvelous palace. Click here to book a visit to Palazzo Farnese.  ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and 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. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! 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!