Podcasts about Umbria

Eight hundred years ago, St Francis walked the roads of central Italy with nothing — and today, those same roads are waiting for you to explore. Katy sits down with Sara Zanni, Bologna-based archaeologist and hiking guide, to explore the Via di Francesco. Thirteen trails through Umbria, Tuscany, and Lazio, all converging on Assisi, through ancient forests, olive groves, and small towns home to art treasures you will never find on a standard itinerary.Show notes with links and resources here > untolditaly.com/328Want someone who really knows Italy to help plan your trip? Our Italy experts love answering your tricky questions and designing trips that take you to the Italy you imagined - start planning hereNot sure where to start? Get the Untold Italy podcast guide with 315 epsiodes organized by topic.The premium Untold Italy app has ad-free access to our complete archive of 300+ episodes searchable by place and topicFOLLOW: Instagram • Facebook • YouTube GET OUR NEWS: Subscribe hereTRIP PLANNING SERVICES: Learn more hereJOIN US ON TOUR: Upcoming departuresThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast editing and audio production by Mark Hatter. Production assistance by the other

Hear about travel to Umbria in Italy as the Amateur Traveler talks to Katerina Ferrara, the author of the Ultimate Festival & Travel Guide Umbria. This week's show is supported by the new Smart Travel Podcast. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Check out Smart Travel ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Why should you go to Umbria? Katerina says, "Travelers should include Umbria in their plans because the hill towns feel just completely suspended in time. These are beautifully preserved places that stay off the main tourist track because the region has no major airport, and the high-speed trains are limited. But if you get there, you can really enjoy some time in the small towns as well as in nature." "There are incredible hikes and pilgrimage trails, like the Way of St. Francis, that also work for cyclists. So if you've been to Tuscany and loved it, to me, Umbria should be your next stop. Everything you came to is here. It's got fresco churches, olive oil, wine, truffles, and no crowds. There's no coaches bringing giant tours. And also the prices are excellent. Lodging in Umbria costs a fraction of what you're going to pay in Florence, Rome, or Venice." Katerina's Recommended Umbria Itinerary Katerina recommends a one-week Umbria itinerary by car, starting from Rome Fiumicino Airport, then driving north into Umbria. Her core route is: Rome → Orvieto → Assisi → Gubbio, with day trips from each base. ... https://amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-umbria/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fr. Steven Arisman visits to talk about the Shrine of Augustine Tolton. Shrines and Wonders Wednesday takes us through southern Umbria. Joan Lewis joins with the latest from Rome and Vatican City. Plus, T's Two Sense reflects on today's First Reading from 2 Timothy, and Matthew Estrade talks about a unique and upcoming pilgrimage for Catholic Aging Ministry

The recording is from April 17, 2025. The recording point was chosen under the iron bridge that crosses the Tiber River near the town of Pretola a few kilometers from Perugia in Umbria. Interesting reflections and resonances are created under the bridge. Water is certainly the dominant acoustic element but its veil is constantly torn by a multitude of sounds. The bridge, despite being located in a densely populated and busy area, isolates the urban environment creating a capsule of natural sounds.Recorded by Nicola Fumo Frattegiani.

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Senior travel writer Natalie Wilson has just returned from her first trip to Tuscany and Umbria. She tells of being quoted €1,000 for a cab ride in Italy, and reports on her experiences of the EU entry-exit system.This podcast is free, as is Independent Travel's weekly newsletter. Sign up here to get it delivered to your inbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In questa puntata conclusiva di stagione, ci immergiamo nel cuore dell'Umbria per scoprire il **Sagrantino**, un vitigno leggendario noto per la sua incredibile carica polifenolica. Ospite speciale della puntata è **Gabriele Di Zacomo**, agronomo e amministratore dell'azienda **Perticaia**, che ci guida alla scoperta di un territorio vocato e della filosofia produttiva che rende i vini di questa cantina unici.

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14 For even as a man going into a far country, called his servants, and delivered to them his goods;Sicut enim homo peregre proficiscens, vocavit servos suos, et tradidit illis bona sua. 15 And to one he gave five talents, and to another two, and to another one, to every one according to his proper ability: and immediately he took his journey.Et uni dedit quinque talenta, alii autem duo, alii vero unum, unicuique secundum propriam virtutem : et profectus est statim. 16 And he that had received the five talents, went his way, and traded with the same, and gained other five.Abiit autem qui quinque talenta acceperat, et operatus est in eis, et lucratus est alia quinque. 17 And in like manner he that had received the two, gained other two.Similiter et qui duo acceperat, lucratus est alia duo. 18 But he that had received the one, going his way digged into the earth, and hid his lord's money.Qui autem unum acceperat, abiens fodit in terram, et abscondit pecuniam domini sui. 19 But after a long time the lord of those servants came, and reckoned with them.Post multum vero temporis venit dominus servorum illorum, et posuit rationem cum eis. 20 And he that had received the five talents coming, brought other five talents, saying: Lord, thou didst deliver to me five talents, behold I have gained other five over and above.Et accedens qui quinque talenta acceperat, obtulit alia quinque talenta, dicens : Domine, quinque talenta tradidisti mihi, ecce alia quinque superlucratus sum. 21 His lord said to him: Well done, good and faithful servant, because thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will place thee over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.Ait illi dominus ejus : Euge serve bone, et fidelis : quia super pauca fuisti fidelis, super multa te constituam; intra in gaudium domini tui. 22 And he also that had received the two talents came and said: Lord, thou deliveredst two talents to me: behold I have gained other two.Accessit autem et qui duo talenta acceperat, et ait : Domine, duo talenta tradidisti mihi, ecce alia duo lucratus sum. 23 His lord said to him: Well done, good and faithful servant: because thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will place thee over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.Ait illi dominus ejus : Euge serve bone, et fidelis : quia super pauca fuisti fidelis, super multa te constituam; intra in gaudium domini tui.St Ubald received episcopal consecration and became Bishop of Gubbio in Umbria. He used to full advantage the talents which God had entrusted to him, and died piously A.D. 1160. His body has remained incorrupt up to our time.

Last year, we partnered with Macs Adventure for their Umbria Short Break, a self-guided walking trip through the Italian countryside where we moved from town to town each day while our luggage was transferred ahead for us. It completely changed how we thought about adventure travel. So this year, we decided to experience a different style of trip with Macs Adventure, the Relaxed Trails of Tuscany. Instead of packing up and moving every day, this itinerary slowed things down a little more. We spent multiple nights in each destination, used walking trails to explore both the countryside and the towns themselves, and had more time to get to know Tuscany. In this episode, we're going to share what our days actually looked like on the trail, introduce you to some new friends we made along the way, and talk about why these self-guided walking trips have become one of our favorite ways to experience Europe. Some links are affiliate links. See our disclosure. Click here to learn more about the Relaxed Trails of Tuscany walk we did with Macs Adventure and all of their walking trips in Italy and Europe Click here to hear more about our Macs Adventure Short Break in Umbria last year. Resources & Links Get help planning your next trip. Learn more at sunshinetravelersexperiences.com or sunxtravel.com Want to learn more about making money planning and booking travel for yourself and others. Learn more at https://www.sunshinetravelersexperiences.com/become-an-advisor And if you're a content creator like us, why not turn your passion for travel and the resources you're already sharing into even more of an income? You can learn more at https://www.sunshinetravelersexperiences.com/contentcreators More Resources & Links: Get Our FREE Ultimate Packing Guide See ALL our Favorite Travel Resources Get Our Ultimate Packing Guide for Traveling Smart and Packing Light + Access to Exclusive Weekly Content here. Don't waste your precious vacation time with Jet Lag, get Flykitt and watch Jet Lag disappear! Protect your privacy, boost your security, and keep your browsing data safe with Express VPN. Plus, get 3 months free with a yearly plan. Follow Sunshine Travelers Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Read more about this and other travel destinations on our BLOG Follow our travels on TikTok @sunshinetravelerspodcast Follow us on X @sunshinetrvlrs Connect with us on LinkedIn @sunshinetravelerspodcast Get travel tips and follow our travels on Instagram: @sunshinetravelerspodcast Follow us on Facebook @sunshinetravelerspodcast Connect with us on Threads @sunshinetravelerspodcast See our travel videos on YouTube @sunshinetravelerspodcast Save our travel ideas on Pinterest @sunshinetravelerspodcast Music: This Acoustic Happy Music by Dmitrii Kolesnikov from Pixabay

Sandro Baldoni"Famiglia Primavera"edizioni e/owww.edizionieo.itUn ventenne in bilico tra l'affetto per il piccolo paese in cui vive e l'urgenza di avventurarsi per il mondo. Una famiglia sghemba, già segnata dal lutto, dove però circola molto amore. Ognuno cerca di emergere a modo suo, mentre sullo sfondo scorrono gli anni Settanta, tra lotte, progresso e lo spettro della violenza che avanza. Dopo Occhi selvaggi, Sandro Baldoni torna con un romanzo corale di formazione, irriverente e divertente.Monteacuto, piccolo paese in Umbria. Le strade dei cinque membri della famiglia Primavera cominciano pian piano a dividersi. Valerio, il padre, progettista di sogni impossibili, ha perso il suo grande amore e lo ricerca invano in ogni altra donna. Francesco, neolaureato in ingegneria, vola dall'altra parte dell'Oceano a caccia di fortuna. Eva, l'unica sorella, fa l'avvocato a Torino e tiene assieme il gruppo anche da lontano con innata autorevolezza. Giovanni, il più piccolo e il più ribelle, è già con un piede nel nuovo millennio, anche se ancora non lo sa. E poi c'è Marco, che fa la spola tra il microcosmo di Monteacuto e città sempre più grandi, curioso di mettersi alla prova in tutte le direzioni. Mentre il mondo attorno a loro cambia a ritmo sempre più frenetico, i Primavera sono uniti da un legame intenso, dal bisogno profondo di parlare e di confrontarsi su tutto senza troppi pudori, per affrontare meno soli la vita in ogni sua complicata piega.Sandro BaldoniRegista e sceneggiatore, nato ad Assisi, Sandro Baldoni ha iniziato lavorando in pubblicità e scrivendo racconti surreali, parte dei quali sono diventati materiale di spunto per il suo film d'esordio nella regia cinematografica, Strane storie (1994), Nastro d'argento per il miglior regista esordiente e nomination ai David di Donatello. In seguito ha scritto e diretto Consigli per gli acquisti (1997), Italian Dream (2008) e il documentario sul terremoto La botta grossa (2017), premiato con il Nastro d'argento per il Cinema del Reale. Nel 2022 le nostre edizioni hanno pubblicato il romanzo Occhi selvaggi, finalista al premio Severino Cesari per la migliore opera prima.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/

If you're walking through central Rome near the Pantheon and the Parliament, you're in one of the city's most elegant shopping areas. It's also where you'll find Davide Cenci, a store that has been part of the Roman landscape for a full century and is still run by the same family today. The story behind Davide Cenci Rome starts in Umbria, where Davide's great-grandmother sold fabrics at local fairs in the early 1900s. That background in textiles and direct customer interaction shaped what came next. Her grandson, who later opened the Rome store in 1926, took that experience and applied it in a much larger setting. He chose a location near the center of political and cultural life in Rome, and that decision has defined Davide Cenci Rome ever since. The store has expanded over time within the same footprint, growing into a substantial retail space while maintaining its original address. In a city like Rome, where location plays a major role, that consistency has clearly paid off. Today my interview was with this generation's Davide Cenci, about the company's history and some brand new initiatives…

In this episode, Tommaso and Kimberly share their road trip from Rome to Lago di Garda. They talk about unexpected turns, unique culinary experiences, and the unparalleled beauty of Tuscany in spring. Please follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! If you enjoy our podcast please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, Grazie Mille! Key Points: Driving in Italy: Kimberly explains why they chose to pick up their rental car at Termini train station in Rome. They discuss the benefits of driving on secondary and tertiary roads, including Google Maps' “punto panoramico” feature. Tommaso and Kimberly advise listeners to build in extra time for auto grills during holidays. Culinary Adventures: Kimberly shares details of a lunch with their friend Paolo, a private chef, including a twist on cannoli. They explain how to enjoy the aperitivo lifestyle in Italy, from simple snacks to elaborate preparations. Discovering Hidden Gems: They visit Montefollonico, a tiny hilltop village Tommaso describes as “almost too perfect.” Kimberly highlights the remarkable façade of the Duomo in Montefollonico They explore Castiglione del Lago in Umbria, a village they had never visited before. Reflections: Tommaso and Kimberly emphasize the unique beauty of Tuscany in spring, noting the vibrant green landscapes. They encourage listeners to consider early spring for travel to Tuscany to avoid crowds. They discuss how road tripping allows for spontaneous stops and discoveries.

Your Italy travel questions answered. In this Q&A episode, Katy covers solo train travel safety, the real differences between Tuscany and Umbria, how to find live music in Italy, choosing a base in Puglia, keeping children engaged in Rome and Florence, and what to do when you change your plans at the last minute. Practical, honest advice for anyone planning their Italy trip.Show notes with links and resources here > untolditaly.com/321Want someone who really knows Italy to help plan your trip? Our Italy experts love answering your tricky questions and designing trips that take you to the Italy you imagined - start planning hereNot sure where to start? Get the Untold Italy podcast guide with 315 epsiodes organized by topic.The premium Untold Italy app has ad-free access to our complete archive of 300+ episodes searchable by place and topicFOLLOW: Instagram • Facebook • YouTube GET OUR NEWS: Subscribe hereTRIP PLANNING SERVICES: Learn more hereJOIN US ON TOUR: Upcoming departuresThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast editing and audio production by Mark Hatter. Production assistance by the other

We're rhapsodising about some of the incredible fragrances we've got ournoses on lately (and beautiful new stores we've discovered while out andabout) in this episode – so jam-packed with perfumes we're telling each otherabout that we'll have to do a Part Two to fit them all in. What can we say? It'sbeen SUCH a busy time for launches and exciting newness in the fragranceworld. Indeed, during the recording of this episode, Nicola got so excited bySuzy's descriptions of a new (and affordable!) niche brand that she purchasedtheir discovery set to try for herself.Which of these would you want to try first, we wonder...?Torti Massi Miliano(57 Brewer Street)‘Massimiliano Torti was born in Florence in 1975, and his early passion forperfumery exposed him to the leading scents of the '80s and '90s. Torti hasrevolutionised perfumery by stepping away from conventional training to focuson monophonic essences, capturing the intrinsic purity of raw materials. Hecollaborated with experts in tea, chocolate, and essential oils and opened alaboratory in the heart of Umbria, to create his unique fragrances. Operatingexclusively from his workshop, Torti's work is a testament to authenticcraftsmanship, where every product is meticulously handcrafted with aprofound commitment to quality.'Atelier Rebul Golden HourBy perfumer Pascal Gaurin‘Inspired by Istanbul's most enchanting moment, Istanbul Golden Hour Eau deParfum transforms that magical time when the sun nears thehorizon—wrapping the city in a golden-hued glow—into a captivating olfactoryexperience.Top Notes: The fragrance opens with a bright and fresh touch of pear andneroli, evoking the exact moment the light begins to soften.Heart Notes: At its heart, jasmine and toasted coconut reflect the warm,inviting tones of the Golden Hour.Base Notes: Deep notes of amber accord, labdanum, and vanilla add depth,leaving a long-lasting and elegant trail on the skin.'Idiom Fragrances‘Elevated, single-minded fragrances. Designed for layering. 7 fragrances.127combinations. One you. Wear your way.'All 30ml eau de parfum are £38. Suzy got:Idiom Acoustic Rose‘Rose centre stage. A timeless, modern, universal rose. It begins bright, floral,moves through notes of juicy apricot and osmanthus before revealing deepernotes that softly hum with spice, earth, and tobacco. It's rose in all itsblooming glory.Solo: A warm, juicy, skin-close floralLayer: Adds rose-toned refinement and polish.'Idiom Pepper SolsticeA warm pulse of black and pink pepper. It's a sun-setting, compulsive burst ofvelvet spice and rounded radiance. The scent of good times.Solo: A soft, spiced skin scent. Skin on skin.Layer: Adds a unique, spiced lift to any fragrance.We wanted to capture the soul of pepper — a fragrant still-life of the mostfamous spice in the world. We sourced black pepper oil from Madagascar, aspicy but bright, citrus-laced and rounded variety that brings initial lift and asparkle of heat.Pink pepper notes add a softer pulse — fruitier, almost rosy. Then come theunexpected layers: cedarwood for dry, grounded warmth, and turmeric leafthat deepens the pepper, adding golden spice, body and a hint of zest.Together they create a pepper fragrance that's warm, sumptuous and whollyunique.'(Suzy wants to get the Palo Santo and 3D Amplifier AND the Vetiver Aceand Bergamot Hi Fi as well!)Idiom Fragrances also do a Discovery Kit of all seven fragrances for £35,which is the best way to try the layering experience.Arkive The Bright Side‘Introducing The Brightside, a fragrance that encapsulates wanderlust and thespirit of adventure. The scent opens with zesty basil, lime, and bergamot,bringing a bright and herbal freshness. Floral notes of frangipani, night-blooming jasmine and orris linger at the heart, while grounding vetiver,angelica root and cedarwood add warmth and sophistication. The Brightside isyour passport to unforgettable memories. The Brightside has been createdwith AromaWellness™️ technology, scientifically proven to uplift, energise andincrease positivity.'Olfiction Lab Editions: IconicBy Pia Long‘A floral bouquet inspired by the idealised memory of a luxurious 80s facecream and cosmetics. Orris and rose de mai form the centre of thissentimental creation, bringing powdery softness, whilst neroli and tuberoseimpart freshness and natural complexity.A previous version of ICONIC, designed specifically for skincare applications,was exhibited in Unveiling the Essence: A Journey into Perfumery Formulas atthe Institute of Art and Olfaction in 2025. The formula has been modified toperform as perfume.'Ormonde Jayne Four Corners of the Earth Reimagined PatchouliBy Céline RipertHEAD: Pink pepper, cardamom, lemon, saffronHEART: Cedarwood, amber, cashmeran, akigalawoodSOUL: Patchouli, ambroxan, musk, sandalwood‘A scent carved from shadow and stone. A patchouli not bound by tradition butreimagined.Earthbound velvet, aged in the roots of forgotten forests. Patchouli rises bold,sacred and unyielding, wrapped in the ancient hush of cedar groves balancedwith the breath of the mountain - raw and refined.'Marc-Antoine Barrois B87.135 extraitBy Quentin Bisch(Harrods exclusive)‘Here, an evolution on the first perfume from the House – B683 – receives apowerful update by way of the B87.135 extrait de parfum, celebrating thearrival of the perfumer at Harrods and the opulence of One Thousand andOne Nights. The fragrance comes to life with a woody, spicy and amber profilethat evokes the scented treasures of a souk.'Top notes: pink peppercorn, ambrette seeds, myrrhHeart notes : saffron, rose oil, iris butterBase notes: cedarwood, patchouli, vetiver, Georgywood'[Georgywood is a synthetic aroma molecule developed by Givaudan thatprovides a vibrant, clean, and intense woody-ambery scent to perfumes. Adurable base note, often resembling cedarwood, sandalwood, or agarwood(oudh), to create modern, long-lasting fragrances with, in some cases, slightfruity or spicy facets.]

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E dopo il punto politico sulla riapertura di Hormuz da Francesco Bechis sentiamo cosa dicono l'Europa e Giorgia Meloni della soluzione negoziale, quindi ci spostiamo in America con Angelo Paura per l'analisi sui mercati globali della tregua, poi cambiamo tema e andiamo al cinema con Gloria Satta per la vera storia di un figlio del deserto, oggi Brunello Cucinelli è a Roma per chiudere la terza edizione di Idee per il futuro, nel cuore di Roma, per noi l'ha intervistato Valeria Arnaldi, quindi lo sport con Michele Bellucci una singolare iniziativa tra letteraria andata in onda in Umbria e chiudiamo con la giornata di Massimo Boccucci oggi dedicata al tennis


E dopo il punto sullo scontro tra Giorgia Meloni e Trump, Mario Ajello commenta il Conte bifronte alle presentazioni del suo libro, quindi con Angelo Paura ci spostiamo a Washington dove in questi giorni decide l'economia mondiale, per la cronaca l'inviata Raffaella Troili ci porta in un giallo consumato ad Alessandria d'Egitto, cambiamo pagina e andiamo al cinema con Gloria Satta e Verdone, con Laura Larcan andiamo invece alla scoperta di un grazioso paese in Umbria, oggi con il Messaggero c'è l'inserto gratuito MoltoFuturo, da Lorena Loiacono i temi affrontati, e chiudiamo con lo sport e una storia curiosa di calcio di Massimo Boccucci

In this episode of Eat Sleep Wine Repeat, Janina heads to Umbria, Italy's “green heart”, to explore one of the country's most underrated wine regions: Orvieto DOC. Joined by wine educator and ambassador Luisa Salussolia, this episode blends wine education, wine travel inspiration, and a deep dive into wine grapes that define the region. From volcanic soils and indigenous varieties like Grechetto and Procanico, to food pairings, tasting tips and travel advice, this is your guide to discovering Orvieto and expanding your understanding of Italian wine. If you're looking to learn about wine, discover new regions and plan your next wine trip, this episode is for you. 02:53 – Discovering Orvieto — why this underrated wine region deserves more attention. 04:19 – The Umbrian landscape — a perfect destination for wine travel with history, nature and value. 06:40 – Montefalco Sagrantino — one of Italy's boldest red wine grapes. 08:42 – Arnaldo Caprai and the wine that helped redefine this part of Italy. 09:38 – Link back to the Episode 254 on Sangiovese and Brunello di Montalcino. 11:11 – Becoming an Orvieto ambassador — combining wine education with real regional experience. 12:36 – Why Orvieto DOC stands out — terroir, indigenous wine grapes and quality-driven producers. 14:53 – Classico Superiore explained — what it means for quality and aging. 15:53 – Historic wineries and Etruscan cellars — where history meets modern winemaking. 17:56 – Grechetto explained — one of the key wine grapes shaping Orvieto wines. 19:42 – Procanico (Trebbiano Toscano) — freshness, acidity and structure in the blend. 21:28 – Understanding Trebbiano — why this family of wine grapes is so complex. 22:20 – Tasting Decugnano dei Barbi 'Mare Antico' Orvieto Classico Superiore 2023 — texture, salinity and mineral expression. Buy with Eurowines.co.uk £22.99 25:01 – Food pairings — truffles, wild boar and classic Umbrian dishes. 27:32 – Tenuta Le Velette, Lunato, Orvieto Classico Superiore 2024 — volcanic soils and a savoury wine style. 35:17 – Planning your trip — practical tips for wine travel in Orvieto. 36:56 – Visiting wineries — authentic experiences in one of Italy's hidden wine regions. 38:30 – Regenerative viticulture — an important topic in modern wine education. 41:30 – One key vineyard change — how no-till farming can impact wine quality. 42:23 – Tasting tips — how to learn about wine through a structured approach. 46:35 – Wine recommendations — discovering new regions and styles beyond the mainstream. 48:41 – Final Old Vine wine picks — Bodega Cerron, La Calera del Escaramujo Monastrell and Nuits-St Georges, Rue de Chaux, 1er Cru, Domaine Chicotot, Burgundy  

Our culinary tour of Italy continues as we head into Central Italy, a region defined by rolling hills, ancient forests, and a deep agricultural heritage. Comprising Tuscany, Umbria, Lazio, Abruzzo, and Le Marche, this area moves away from the tomato-heavy south toward a rustic palette of beans, grains, and earthy foraged treasures.What This Episode Covers:* We explore the temperate climate and topography of regions like Tuscany and Umbria that allow for specialty crops like farro, saffron, and Lacinato kale.* I explain the true origins of “cacciatore” (hunter-style) cooking and how foraged forest mushrooms and wild herbs define the authentic dish.* We discuss the fascinating history of saffron in Abruzzo and why it remains one of the most prized spices in the world.* This episode highlights the significant influence of Roman Jewish cuisine.* I break down the specific pasta shapes of the region.* We look at the differences in Italian bread traditions, from the saltless loaves of Tuscany to the “little horn” cornetti of the central breakfast bar.* I share tips for finding high-quality black truffles and truffle oils while avoiding synthetic flavorings.* We wrap up with a look at the “bean eaters” of Tuscany and the hearty, grain-based soups that define the central Italian table.

Rassegna stampa economico-finanziaria del 10 Aprile 2026, strutturata per macro-temi e basata sulle principali testate giornalistiche nazionali. Investimenti, mercati e partecipate pubblicheTestate coinvolte: Corriere della Sera / Repubblica / Il Messaggero / Il Giornale / Il Sole 24 Ore / MF / Foglio Inserto• Partite le nuove nomine nelle partecipate strategiche. Accorpando le principali fonti, il quadro convergente è: Giuseppe De Scalzi confermato in Eni, Flavio Cattaneo confermato in Enel, Roberto Mariani indicato per Leonardo, Sandro Pappalardo presidente e Igor De Biasio AD di Enav, Pasqualino Monti AD di Terna. Il dossier è letto come segnale di continuità nelle utilities/energia e di discontinuità nella difesa, con maggiore allineamento governativo sulla governance industriale. • KPI chiave sulle nomine.Nei richiami quantitativi riportati in rassegna:• De Scalzi va verso il quinto mandato in Eni;• Cattaneo risulta confermato dopo il primo esercizio di guida di Enel;• Il gruppo di Mariani viene presentato come realtà da circa 23 miliardi di euro di fatturato;• Il “peso” di De Scalzi in Eni viene ricondotto a un mandato avviato nel 2014;• le conferme delle liste sarebbero attese con assemblee tra aprile e maggio;• il nodo Leonardo viene letto anche alla luce delle tensioni sul mercato difesa e del rafforzamento europeo del comparto.  • Leonardo: opportunità industriale, ma anche attenzione ai fondamentali.Le testate leggono il passaggio Mariani/Cingolani come un reset manageriale in una fase di forte domanda per radar, droni e missili, con la difesa europea in riarmo. La chiave manageriale è positiva: il settore resta uno dei pochi con visibilità alta su ordini e budget pubblici, ma il cambio di governance segnala anche una ricerca di esecuzione più disciplinata.  • UniCredit/BCE/Commissione Ue: mercato attento al dossier bancario europeo.In MF compare il tema del possibile appoggio di BCE e Commissione Ue alle mosse di UniCredit: non emergono KPI puntuali nel sommario, ma il fatto che la questione entri stabilmente nella rassegna indica che il risiko bancario europeo resta un tema aperto per il 2026.  ⸻Industria, difesa e infrastruttureTestate coinvolte: Repubblica / Il Sole 24 Ore / Manifesto / MF / Corriere della Sera• Difesa: il settore resta tra i principali beneficiari del contesto geopolitico.Più fonti convergono su un rafforzamento strutturale del comparto. Il dato più netto presente in rassegna è il record dell'export dell'industria bellica italiana: +19%. Il messaggio per il management è chiaro: la difesa continua a muoversi in controtendenza rispetto alla ciclicità di altri comparti manifatturieri.  • Piano difesa italiano pronto, ma criticità lato funding.MF segnala che il piano del ministero della Difesa sarebbe “pronto”, ma che mancano i fondi. Questo introduce il tema centrale del 2026: non è più solo una questione di volontà politica, ma di sostenibilità di bilancio e di priorità nella spesa pubblica.  • Cyber-rischio su energia e infrastrutture critiche in aumento.Il Sole 24 Ore mette in evidenza che le infrastrutture energetiche sono sempre più sotto attacco informatico. Il tema è rafforzato anche dal richiamo del Messaggero ai cyber-attacchi russi in aumento. Non compaiono KPI numerici precisi nel sommario, ma la presenza del tema su più testate lo rende un rischio operativo concreto per utility, logistica e operatori industriali.  • Segnale positivo per la filiera tecnologia-difesa.L'insieme degli articoli su Leonardo, export difesa e cybersicurezza suggerisce un quadro favorevole per aziende esposte a: sensoristica, componentistica, software mission-critical, cybersecurity OT e manutenzione di sistemi dual use. È un filone da monitorare non solo come notizia ma come opportunità di investimento e di pipeline commerciale.  ⸻Fisco, normativa e finanza pubblicaTestate coinvolte: Repubblica / Stampa / Avvenire / Il Giornale / Il Sole 24 Ore / MF / Italia Oggi / Il Fatto Quotidiano / Libero• Patto di stabilità: il Governo alza la pressione su Bruxelles.Il tema ricorre trasversalmente: Giorgetti parla di revisioni del PIL limitate, ma conferma che resta aperta la battaglia con l'Ue; Meloni e altre fonti chiedono la sospensione del Patto se la crisi si prolunga. La chiave di lettura è che l'esecutivo sta cercando più spazio fiscale senza ammettere uno slittamento radicale dei conti.  • PIL: revisione attesa, ma non drammatica.Il Sole 24 Ore usa una formulazione prudente: “revisioni limitate”. Quindi il segnale non è di shock macro immediato, ma di deterioramento graduale dello scenario. Per le imprese questo implica: domanda più debole, credito selettivo, maggiore attenzione alla marginalità.  • PNRR ancora centrale, con focus su execution.Il Messaggero segnala l'approvazione con la fiducia delle misure sul PNRR. Il Fatto Quotidiano richiama inoltre una gara da 278 milioni di euro legata al PNRR. Il tema resta meno politico e più industriale: capacità di spesa, tempi di gara, attuazione.  • ZES e incentivi territoriali: allargamento del perimetro.Italia Oggi parla di “una ZES unica per tutta Italia” e dell'estensione della ZES agricoltura a Marche e Umbria. In ottica business il messaggio è favorevole: rafforzamento degli strumenti di attrazione investimenti e possibile ampliamento della platea di imprese beneficiarie.  • Fisco e IA: emerge un rischio sistemico di governance.Il Giornale segnala il tema della “tenuta del fisco” nel rapporto tra IA e ordinamento; Italia Oggi aggiunge che con l'IA “non si può andare in ordine sparso”. Non ci sono KPI, ma per aziende e consulenza il punto è netto: il perimetro regolatorio corre dietro alla tecnologia, e questo apre spazio a compliance, audit e advisory.  ⸻Banche, credito, frodi e sicurezza economicaTestate coinvolte: Il Sole 24 Ore / MF / Corriere della Sera / Domani / Messaggero• Truffe online contro le PMI: dato molto rilevante.Il Sole 24 Ore riporta che il falso trading online divora 186 milioni di euro alle PMI, con un incremento delle truffe del 41%. È uno dei KPI più importanti dell'intera rassegna: segnala vulnerabilità digitale diffusa e un costo economico tangibile per il tessuto produttivo.  • Sicurezza economica e reputazionale: rischio in aumento.Il filone Equalize/spionaggio, pur non essendo il focus principale della rassegna economica, tocca imprenditori e aziende e segnala un rischio crescente su dati, reputazione, informazioni sensibili e vulnerabilità della governance. Il punto manageriale è chiaro: cybersecurity e intelligence aziendale stanno diventando un tema da CdA, non solo da IT.  • Per il sistema bancario e corporate aumenta il valore di compliance e antifrode.L'emersione contemporanea di cyber-attacchi, trading online fraudolento e dossieraggio indica un contesto in cui i costi di controllo interno, verifica controparti e protezione dati sono destinati a salire. È una cattiva notizia sui costi, ma anche una buona notizia per chi opera in servizi ad alto valore aggiunto su risk management.  Energia, commodity e geopolitica economicaTestate coinvolte: Corriere della Sera / Repubblica / Stampa / Messaggero / Sole 24 Ore / Italia Oggi / Il Dubbio / Foglio• Hormuz torna al centro del rischio commerciale globale.Più quotidiani convergono sul tema del possibile pedaggio iraniano o di restrizioni al passaggio nello Stretto di Hormuz. È una notizia da accorpare: il rischio non è solo militare, ma logistico, assicurativo ed energetico.  • KPI logistici dello Stretto di Hormuz.Dall'infografica del Corriere emergono alcuni numeri chiave:• transita nello Stretto circa il 20% del petrolio e gas naturale liquefatto che passa via mare;• circa 1.838 km è la lunghezza del tratto tra Golfo Persico e Oceano Indiano richiamato nel grafico;• 12,2% del petrolio mondiale corrente transiterebbe dall'area;• i prezzi del greggio restano sotto i 100 dollari secondo un altro richiamo della rassegna.Questi dati fanno capire perché il dossier Hormuz abbia impatto immediato su energia, shipping, assicurazioni e inflazione.  • Benzina in salita, ma senza shock immediato da super-oil.La Stampa segnala che la benzina continua a salire; nello stesso tempo viene evidenziato che il greggio resta sotto quota 100 dollari. Il takeaway è che il mercato prezza rischio geopolitico, ma non uno scenario di supply shock pieno. Questo lascia spazio a volatilità, non ancora a emergenza conclamata.  • FMI: rischio di “cicatrici permanenti”.La rassegna richiama un messaggio dell'FMI di tono severo, con l'istituzione che avrebbe abbassato le stime di crescita mondiale. Anche senza il dettaglio numerico nel sommario, il segnale è chiaro: il deterioramento geopolitico può lasciare effetti persistenti su investimenti, prezzi e commercio. • Lettura positiva per il business:nel breve la crisi aumenta il rischio su energia e logistica; nel medio favorisce investimenti in: sicurezza energetica, diversificazione forniture, infrastrutture critiche, efficienza industriale e digital resilience.  Lavoro, casa e formazioneTestate coinvolte: Avvenire / Il Giornale / Libero / La Verità / Tempo / Il Sole 24 Ore / MF• Piano casa e lavoro: tema ricorrente nell'agenda economica.• KPI su edilizia residenziale pubblica.• Università: bacino in crescita.• Povertà lavorativa e domanda interna

For today's episode, host Josh Sidman sat down with Guido Preparata to discuss Silvio Gesell's monetary economics, the nature and origin of interest, and the controversial relationship between Gesell and John Maynard Keynes.Guido Preparata is an Italian-American economist who currently resides in Umbria, Italy. He did his PhD in Political Economy at the University of Southern California and also has a masters in Criminology from Cambridge University. He taught political economy at the University of Washington and was a Fulbright Scholar studying Middle Eastern international relations at the University of Amman in Jordan. Among his diverse professional interests is the economic perspective of Silvio Gesell, which he has been writing about since the 1990s. He wrote a paper in 2002 arguing that some of Keynes's most important insights on money were inspired by, if not plagiarized from, Silvio Gesell.To check out more of our content, including our research and policy tools, visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hgsss.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Ottavio Fatica"Ormai non poteva succedere più nulla"Henry JamesEdizioni Adelphiwww.adelphi.itUn autentico forziere che schiude il segreto della vita narrativa di Henry James.«È l'arte che crea la vita, l'interesse, l'importanza di ogni cosa... Non conosco alcun sostituto alla forza e all'ardore del processo creativo» (da una lettera di Henry James a H.G. Wells, 1915).A cura di F.O. Matthiessen e Kenneth B. MurdockEdizione italiana a cura di Ottavio FaticaCon uno scritto di Roberto CalassoHenry James aveva un segreto: lo nascose nelle pieghe velenose della vita mondana, l'unica che gli fosse concesso di conoscere, e lo nascose ancor meglio nella sua prosa evasiva. Un segreto pronto a balzare alla gola dei protagonisti, e dell'autore, come la «bestia nella giungla» di un suo celebre racconto che divora ogni cosa, anche chi si arrischia a darle un nome. L'occasione per penetrarlo la offriranno questi taccuini: un autentico forziere dove James custodì quel materiale umano – aneddoti, pettegolezzi, visite, pranzi, cene, passeggiate – che andava cogliendo fra i prodotti della civiltà perfezionata, e gli si presentava ogni giorno sotto forma di «minuscolo germe per un minuscolo racconto». Poi, secondo la formula ricorrente nei Taccuini, lo scrittore sarebbe andato a «vedere un po' i particolari». In quel preciso istante cominciavano a vibrare le antenne narrative di James: ed è come se assistessimo al momento aurorale dell'invenzione narrativa. Subito dopo, eccolo delineare il profilo del racconto, con una tale perspicuità da non far rimpiangere che non sia mai stato narrato distesamente: era già stato scritto, nelle pagine dei Taccuini. Non occorreva di più.Henry James (New York, 15 aprile 1843 – Londra, 28 febbraio 1916) è uno dei maestri del romanzo moderno. Figlio di un celebre filosofo e fratello del psicologo William James, trascorse gran parte della vita in Europa, diventando cittadino britannico nel 1915.  La sua opera esplora con sottile realismo psicologico il contrasto tra innocenza americana e raffinatezza europea, tema che percorre capolavori come Ritratto di signora (1881), Le ali della colomba (1902) e Gli ambasciatori (1903).  Pioniere della narrazione interiore, influenzò profondamente Virginia Woolf, Marcel Proust e tutto il Novecento letterario. Morì a Londra, lasciando un'eredità di stile e profondità ancora insuperata.Ottavio Fatica (Perugia, 1949) è uno dei più raffinati traduttori italiani contemporanei. Nato a Perugia e trasferitosi presto a Roma, dove ha vissuto per decenni, dal 2013 risiede a Narni, in Umbria. Ha esordito in Adelphi e ha collaborato con Theoria, Editori Riuniti, Bompiani ed Einaudi; da anni è consulente editoriale a tutto campo per Adelphi. Traduttore dall'inglese e dal francese, ha ritradotto gran parte dell'opera di Rudyard Kipling (per Adelphi ed Einaudi), Moby Dick di Melville, i diari di Byron, Céline, Lovecraft, Henry James, Philip Roth e molti altri classici. Tra i suoi lavori più recenti: la nuova traduzione de Il Signore degli Anelli di J.R.R. Tolkien (Bompiani, 2019-2020, poi in volume unico), Guerra (Adelphi, 2023) e Londra (Adelphi, 2025) di Louis-Ferdinand Céline, e Potrebbe anche non esserci più un mondo di H.P. Lovecraft (Adelphi, 2025). 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/

Fra Francesco Piloni, ministro provinciale della Provincia Serafica di Umbria e Sardegna, medita il Vangelo del giorno.Il passo evangelico di oggi è tratto dal ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vangelo secondo Giovanni 8,1-11

Ti sei mai chiesto come è nata la lingua italiana? La storia dell'italiano è un viaggio affascinante lungo circa 3000 anni, che parte da un piccolo popolo di pastori nel Lazio e arriva fino alla lingua studiata e amata in tutto il mondo. Capire da dove viene l'italiano ti aiuterà a comprendere meglio la grammatica, il vocabolario e a scoprire perché l'italiano è fatto così com'è. Come Nasce l'Italiano? La Storia della Lingua Italiana Le Origini: Prima di Roma Un Mosaico di Lingue nella Penisola (Prima del 753 a.C.) Immagina l'Italia di circa 3000 anni fa, intorno al 1000 a.C. Non c'era nessuna "Italia" come la conosciamo oggi. La penisola era un mosaico di popoli diversi, ognuno con la propria lingua e la propria cultura. Al nord c'erano i Celti (o Galli), che parlavano lingue celtiche — sì, le stesse lingue imparentate con l'irlandese e il gallese di oggi. Al centro c'erano gli Etruschi, un popolo misterioso e affascinante. La loro lingua non è ancora stata completamente decifrata: sappiamo leggere le loro lettere, ma non sempre capiamo il significato delle parole. Nel sud e in Sicilia c'erano i Greci, che avevano fondato colonie così importanti che quella zona si chiamava Magna Grecia, cioè "Grande Grecia". Città come Napoli (Neapolis, "città nuova" in greco), Siracusa e Taranto erano città greche. E poi, nel centro della penisola, nella zona del Lazio, c'era un piccolo popolo di pastori e agricoltori: i Latini. Parlavano una lingua indoeuropea che oggi chiamiamo latino. PopoloZona geograficaLingua parlataCelti (Galli)Nord ItaliaLingue celticheEtruschiCentro Italia (Toscana, Umbria, Lazio)Etrusco (non completamente decifrato)GreciSud Italia e Sicilia (Magna Grecia)Greco anticoLatiniLazioLatino (lingua indoeuropea) Curiosità: La parola "Italia" probabilmente viene dalla parola Italói, un termine usato dai Greci per indicare le popolazioni del sud della penisola. Potrebbe derivare dalla parola víteliú, che significava "terra dei vitelli". Quindi "Italia" potrebbe significare "terra dei vitelli". Roma e il Latino (753 a.C. – 476 d.C.) La Nascita e l'Espansione di Roma Secondo la leggenda, Roma fu fondata nel 753 a.C. da Romolo e Remo, due gemelli allattati da una lupa. Nella realtà la fondazione fu un processo graduale, ma quello che è certo è che Roma, da piccolo villaggio, diventò piano piano una potenza enorme, conquistando prima il resto dell'Italia e poi tutto il Mediterraneo: Spagna, Francia (che i Romani chiamavano "Gallia"), parte della Gran Bretagna, il Nord Africa, la Grecia, il Medio Oriente... E con le conquiste romane, si diffuse anche il latino. Due Versioni del Latino: Classico e Volgare Esistevano, in pratica, due "versioni" del latino, ed è fondamentale capire la differenza tra di esse per comprendere la nascita dell'italiano. Il latino classico (o letterario) era quello che usavano gli scrittori, i poeti, i filosofi come Cicerone, Virgilio e Ovidio. Era una lingua elegante, complessa, con regole grammaticali molto precise. Era la lingua dei libri, dei discorsi ufficiali, dei documenti. Il latino volgare (dal latino vulgus = "popolo") era invece il latino parlato dalla gente comune, dai soldati, dai commercianti. Era più semplice, più diretto, e cambiava continuamente a seconda del luogo e del periodo. La parola "volgare" in questo contesto non significa "brutto" o "maleducato" come in italiano moderno, ma semplicemente "del popolo". Ed è proprio dal latino volgare, non da quello classico, che nasceranno tutte le lingue romanze: italiano, spagnolo, francese, portoghese, rumeno, catalano e tante altre. Esempi Concreti: dal Latino Volgare alle Lingue Romanze SignificatoLatino classicoLatino volgareItalianoSpagnoloFranceseCavalloequuscaballuscavallocaballochevalMangiareederemanducaremangiaremanjar (antico)manger Come puoi notare, le parole italiane, spagnole e francesi derivano dalla forma volgare, non da quella classica. Il latino classico ha comunque lasciato tracce nell'italiano colto: da equus derivano parole come "equestre" e "equitazione". La Caduta dell'Impero Romano e la Frammentazione Linguistica (476 d.C. – IX secolo) Il Crollo dell'Unità Linguistica Nel 476 d.C. cade l'Impero Romano d'Occidente. Le invasioni dei popoli germanici — Goti, Longobardi, Franchi, Vandali — cambiano completamente la situazione. Senza l'unità politica di Roma, senza le strade romane efficienti, senza l'amministrazione centralizzata, il latino volgare parlato nelle diverse regioni comincia a evolversi in direzioni diverse. Immagina un grande fiume che si divide in tanti piccoli fiumi: è esattamente quello che succede alla lingua. In Francia, il latino volgare diventa piano piano il francese antico. In Spagna, diventa il castigliano antico. In Italia, diventa non "l'italiano", ma tanti volgari diversi: il volgare toscano, il volgare siciliano, il volgare veneziano, il volgare napoletano, e così via. L'Influenza dei Popoli Germanici sulla Lingua I popoli germanici che si stabiliscono in Italia lasciano tracce importantissime nella lingua. I Longobardi, per esempio (che dominano gran parte dell'Italia dal 568 d.C.), ci regalano parole che usiamo ancora oggi. Parola italianaOrigine longobardaSignificato originaleguanciawankjaguanciaschienaskinastinco, ossostincoskinkagambastampastampfjanpestarepancabankapancaguerrawerra (germanico)mischia, confusione La parola "guerra", che oggi usiamo quotidianamente, non viene dal latino! In latino classico, "guerra" si diceva bellum (da cui l'aggettivo "bellico"). La nostra parola "guerra" viene invece dal germanico werra, e arrivò in italiano probabilmente attraverso i Franchi o i Longobardi. Dalla stessa radice germanica deriva anche l'inglese war. Curiosità: durante questo periodo, le persone comuni non sapevano più il latino classico, ma la Chiesa continuava a usarlo. Questo creava situazioni curiose: la gente andava a messa e non capiva quasi niente di quello che diceva il prete! Perfino la parola "Italia" come entità geografica sopravvive durante questo periodo, anche se politicamente la penisola è divisa in mille pezzi. La Lombardia, per esempio, prende il nome proprio dai Longobardi. I Primi Documenti in Volgare Italiano (IX – XII secolo) Il Placito Capuano (960 d.C.) Il documento più famoso tra i primi testi in volgare è il cosiddetto Placito Capuano (o Placito di Capua), del 960 d.C. Si tratta di un documento legale scritto a Capua, vicino a Napoli. È una testimonianza in un processo riguardante delle terre contese tra un monastero e un proprietario terriero. La frase chiave, pronunciata dai testimoni, è: "Sao ko kelle terre, per kelle fini que ki contene, trenta anni le possette parte Sancti Benedicti." Che significa: "So che quelle terre, entro quei confini che qui si descrivono, le ha possedute per trent'anni la parte (il monastero) di San Benedetto." Guarda questa frase: sao (so), kelle (quelle), terre (terre), possette (possedette/possedé). Non è latino, non è ancora italiano moderno, ma ci stiamo avvicinando. È come vedere una fotografia sfocata che piano piano diventa nitida. L'Indovinello Veronese (Fine VIII – Inizio IX Secolo) In realtà, c'è un documento ancora più antico del Placito Capuano. È il famoso Indovinello Veronese, scritto tra la fine dell'VIII e l'inizio del IX secolo, trovato nella Biblioteca Capitolare di Verona: "Se pareba boves, alba pratalia araba, albo versorio teneba, negro semen seminaba." È un indovinello che significa: "Spingeva avanti i buoi, arava prati bianchi, teneva un aratro bianco, seminava seme nero." La soluzione? Le dita che scrivono! I "buoi" sono le dita, i "prati bianchi" sono il foglio, l'"aratro bianco" è la penna d'oca, e il "seme nero" è l'inchiostro. Questo testo è un misto tra latino e volgare e ci mostra esattamente il momento di transizione tra le due lingue. La Scuola Siciliana e i Primi Poeti (XIII secolo) La Corte di Federico II e la Nascita della Poesia in Volgare Nel XIII secolo, alla corte dell'imperatore Federico II di Svevia, a Palermo, succede qualcosa di rivoluzionario: un gruppo di poeti e intellettuali comincia a scrivere poesia in volgare invece che in latino o in provenzale (che era la lingua della poesia per eccellenza in quel periodo). Questi poeti formano la cosiddetta Scuola Siciliana (o Scuola poetica siciliana). Tra i più importanti c'è Jacopo da Lentini, che è considerato l'inventore del sonetto — sì, quella forma poetica di 14 versi che poi userà anche Shakespeare. Un'invenzione italiana, nata in Sicilia! La Diffusione del Volgare Toscano Quando le poesie siciliane si diffondono nel resto d'Italia, vengono copiate da scribi toscani che le "traducono" nel loro volgare. Questo significa che il volgare toscano comincia ad assorbire e rielaborare la tradizione letteraria siciliana. È un primo passo verso la centralità del toscano. Nel frattempo, in altre parti d'Italia fioriscono altre tradizioni letterarie: a Bologna, il poeta Guido Guinizzelli fonda il cosiddetto Dolce Stil Novo, una corrente poetica che parla dell'amore in modo nuovo e raffinato. Ma il volgare toscano comincia a emergere come il più prestigioso tra i volgari italiani. Dante, Petrarca e Boccaccio: i "Tre Padri" dell'Italiano (XIV secolo) Ed eccoci al momento più importante di tutta la storia della lingua italiana. Tre uomini, tutti toscani, tutti geniali, cambiano tutto per sempre. Dante Alighieri (1265–1321) Dante è il padre della lingua italiana. Senza Dante, l'italiano come lo conosciamo probabilmente non esisterebbe. La sua opera più famosa è la Divina Commedia (che lui chiamava semplicemente Commedia; l'aggettivo "Divina" fu aggiunto dopo da Boccaccio nel Trattatello in laude di Dante).È un poema di circa 14.233 versi in cui Dante viaggia attraverso l'Inferno, il Purgatorio e il Paradiso.

E dopo il punto sulla guerra e sulla crisi energetica di cui potrete trovare altri dettagli nel servizio di Andrea Pira e Gabriele Rosana, parliamo dell'esplosione in un casolare a Roma i cui sono morti due anarchici mentre stavano costruendo una bomba con l'inviata Flaminia Savelli vi spiegheremo cosa è accaduto mentre l'inviata Camilla Mozzetti traccerà il profilo delle due vittime, quindi ci spostiamo in America con Angelo Paura e il nuovo progetto visionario di Jeff Besos, cambiamo tema e con l'esperta di cinema Gloria Satta tracceremo il profilo di Chuck Norris, l'attore americano scomparso a 86 anni, quindi andiamo in Umbria con Michele Bellucci per parlare di Perugia che domani diventa la capitale del vino, e chiudiamo con lo sport e con Massimo Boccucci con le sorprese nelle convocazioni della nazionale di calcio.

We're continuing the theme of "Architectural Madness" in this episode as part of our second installment of our Off the Beaten Path series. Today we're talking about La Scarzuola, a castle-like sculpture garden and architectural complex in Umbria. If you'd like to visit La Scarzuola, you can make reservations and read more about it at lascarzuola.com. If you're looking to stay in a small town near La Scarzuola, we recommend these hotels:Hotel Vannucci in Città della Pieve Expedia | BookingCa' de' Principi in Piegaro Expedia | BookingIf you're looking to book a hotel in Orvieto, we recommend these hotels which are all located in the city center:Hotel Virgilio - Expedia | BookingPalazzo Piccolomini - Expedia | BookingHotel Corso - Expedia | BookingIf you're looking to book a hotel in Perugia, we recommend the hotels below:Locanda della Posta Boutique Hotel - on the main street of the historic center - Expedia | BookingHotel Fortuna - just off the main street in the historic center - Expedia | BookingHotel Priori Secret Garden - in the historic center near shops and a local pastry shop -  Expedia | BookingThese hotel links are affiliate links, and while we don't represent any of the companies listed, we do receive a small commission, which goes towards supporting Only A Bag. We appreciate your support! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and follow Only a Bag wherever you listen to podcasts! If you'd like to get in touch, you can send us a message on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠onlyabag.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Want to help the podcast? You can check out all of our affiliate links ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! If you book through any of them, we receive a small commission, and it helps to keep us going! You can also donate to Only a Bag on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ko-fi.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep the podcast going! As always, thank you all so much for listening.x Darcy and Nathaniel Only A Bag

This episode is a little different.Instead of diving into a traditional interview, Dr. Rob Williams and I sit down to answer some of the most common questions we've been asked about the Beyond The Noise Men's Retreat we are hosting this October in Italy.Questions like:What actually happens at a retreat?Who is it for?Do you need to be super fit?And why are so many men in midlife searching for deeper connections?We talk openly about why this retreat exists and what inspired us to create it. So many men today carry heavy roles. Provider, partner, father, leader. Somewhere along the way, the space to simply be yourself often disappears.The Beyond The Noise Retreat is designed to give men five days away from the noise of everyday life. Set in a restored 14th century monastery in the forests of Umbria, Italy, the retreat creates a space where men can step out of their titles and reconnect with themselves and each other.Throughout this conversation we walk through the experience of the retreat. The environment, the activities, the conversations and the intention behind it all. From hiking and cold plunges to breathwork, reflection, music, and meaningful conversations around the fire.But more than anything, this episode explores why spaces like this matter.Because when men step into environments where they can drop their roles, something powerful happens. They realise they are not alone in what they're carrying, and the friendships and connections that form often become the most valuable takeaway.If you've been curious about men's retreats or wondering whether something like this might be for you, this episode answers the questions you may already have.Inside this podcast:- Why men in midlife are searching for deeper connection- What actually happens at the Beyond The Noise retreat- Why retreats allow men to drop their roles and reconnect- What the five day experience in Umbria will look like- How brotherhood and shared experiences change menRetreat Details & Website: https://bit.ly/4lpC4ocConnect with Dr. Rob: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/drrobwilliams Connect with Steve:Instagram → https://bit.ly/3KARQhR Episode Highlights00:00 – Why this episode is a Q&A about the retreat01:00 – The question many men ask in midlife02:00 – Introducing the Beyond The Noise retreat in Italy05:00 – What happens when men step into retreat spaces07:00 – Courage and curiosity when joining a retreat10:00 – Why men need spaces to drop their roles13:00 – The brotherhood and connections that emerge18:00 – Wisdom and conversations that unfold naturally22:00 – Why nature plays a powerful role in retreats27:00 – Activities including hiking, breathwork, and reflection32:00 – The balance of structure and free time36:00 – Fitness expectations and the waterfall hike40:00 – Music, rest, and flexible retreat time45:00 – Who this retreat is really for50:00 – The invitation to step beyond the noiseABOUT THE PODCAST SHOWThe Noise of Life is a podcast that shares real stories, raw truths, and remarkable growth. Hosted by Steve Hodgson a coach, facilitator, speaker, and Mental Health First Aid Instructor. This podcast dives deep into the “noise” we all face, the distractions, doubts and challenges that can pull us away from who we truly are.

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Unraveling Secrets: A Journey of Family, Courage, and Love Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-02-25-08-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: La neve cadeva piano sulle colline tranquille di Umbria.En: The snow was gently falling on the peaceful hills of Umbria.It: Il paesaggio era un quadro di pace e introspezione.En: The landscape was a tableau of tranquility and introspection.It: Luca e Giulia camminavano lungo i sentieri del ritiro spirituale, circondati dal silenzio e dagli antichi edifici di pietra.En: Luca and Giulia walked along the paths of the spiritual retreat, surrounded by silence and the ancient stone buildings.It: Luca era silenzioso.En: Luca was silent.It: I suoi pensieri correvano veloci.En: His thoughts were racing.It: Aveva scoperto una lettera, una lettera che sua nonna aveva scritto anni prima della sua morte.En: He had discovered a letter, a letter that his grandmother had written years before her death.It: Con il cuore stretto, Luca non aveva ancora trovato il coraggio di aprirla.En: With a heavy heart, Luca had yet to find the courage to open it.It: “Luca, va tutto bene?En: "Luca, is everything okay?"It: ” chiese Giulia con dolcezza, mettendo una mano rassicurante sul suo braccio.En: asked Giulia gently, placing a reassuring hand on his arm.It: “Non lo so,” rispose Luca.En: "I don't know," replied Luca.It: “Ho trovato questa lettera e.En: "I found this letter and...It: ho paura di quello che potrebbe dire.En: I'm afraid of what it might say."It: ”Giulia sorrise incoraggiante.En: Giulia gave an encouraging smile.It: “Sai, a volte, la verità porta la pace.En: "You know, sometimes, the truth brings peace."It: ”Luca annuì lentamente.En: Luca nodded slowly.It: Decise che era tempo di affrontare il passato, di capire il messaggio che sua nonna voleva lasciargli.En: He decided it was time to face the past, to understand the message his grandmother wanted to leave him.It: Il sole iniziava a tramontare dietro le colline innevate.En: The sun began to set behind the snowy hills.It: L'aria era fresca, pungente.En: The air was fresh, biting.It: In una piccola cappella del ritiro, si sedettero in un angolo tranquillo.En: In a small chapel at the retreat, they sat in a quiet corner.It: Luca prese la lettera, le mani tremanti.En: Luca took the letter, his hands trembling.It: Aprì con cura la busta consumata dal tempo.En: He carefully opened the envelope worn by time.It: Giulia era al suo fianco, silenziosa, pronta a sostenere.En: Giulia was by his side, silent, ready to support him.It: "Carissimo Luca," iniziò a leggere, la voce tremante.En: "My dearest Luca," he began to read, his voice trembling.It: La sua nonna parlava di tempi difficili, di sacrifici che aveva fatto per la famiglia.En: His grandmother spoke of difficult times, of sacrifices she had made for the family.It: Raccontava di segreti da lungo tempo nascosti, di un amore travolgente che le aveva dato forza.En: She recounted long-hidden secrets, of an overwhelming love that had given her strength.It: E alla fine, un messaggio di speranza e di resilienza, un invito a vivere la vita con coraggio e amore.En: And in the end, a message of hope and resilience, an invitation to live life with courage and love.It: Luca si fermò, una lacrima scivolò sulla sua guancia.En: Luca paused, a tear slid down his cheek.It: Sentì il calore delle parole di sua nonna avvolgerlo, donandogli la pace che cercava.En: He felt the warmth of his grandmother's words envelop him, giving him the peace he sought.It: Giulia strinse la sua mano con affetto.En: Giulia squeezed his hand affectionately.It: “Ora capisci perché ha scritto questa lettera.En: "Now you understand why she wrote this letter."It: ”“Sì,” disse Luca, la voce ora più ferma.En: "Yes," said Luca, his voice now steadier.It: “Voleva che sapessi chi era davvero.En: "She wanted me to know who she really was.It: E che fossi fiero delle mie radici.En: And to be proud of my roots."It: ”La mattina seguente, il cielo era limpido.En: The next morning, the sky was clear.It: Luca uscì dalla cappella con un cuore più leggero.En: Luca emerged from the chapel with a lighter heart.It: La scoperta di quei segreti aveva cambiato il suo modo di vedere la vita.En: The discovery of those secrets had changed his perspective on life.It: Era pronto a abbracciare il futuro con una nuova prospettiva.En: He was ready to embrace the future with a new outlook.It: Giulia lo seguì, contentezza nei suoi occhi.En: Giulia followed him, happiness in her eyes.It: Luca aveva trovato la verità che tanto cercava, e con essa, aveva trovato anche se stesso.En: Luca had found the truth he was seeking, and with it, he had also found himself. Vocabulary Words:the snow: la nevethe hills: le collinethe landscape: il paesaggiothe introspection: l'introspezionethe retreat: il ritirothe silence: il silenziothe stone: la pietrathe letter: la letterathe grandmother: la nonnato open: aprirethe courage: il coraggiothe arm: il braccioto encourage: incoraggiarethe past: il passatoto understand: capirethe envelope: la bustato tremble: tremareto recount: raccontarethe secret: il segretothe strength: la forzathe hope: la speranzathe resilience: la resilienzathe tear: la lacrimato embrace: abbracciarethe future: il futurothe message: il messaggioto discover: scoprireto support: sostenerethe sunrise: il tramontoto change: cambiare

In questa puntata partiamo dal decreto Milleproroghe che, tra le altre cose, estende le Zes anche a Marche e Umbria e rende definitiva la ricetta elettronica; ci spostiamo sulla preparazione dell'Italia a un'eventuale nuova pandemia, tra ritardi e blocchi; passiamo a Sanremo, che apre la 76esima edizione con spazi pubblicitari già sold out; infine, ti racconto la storia di Lara. Se vuoi dirmi le difficoltà e le sfide che, come giovane, incontri nella tua vita quotidiana o, semplicemente, la tua opinione sulle notizie di oggi, scrivimi in DM su Instagram, mi trovi come Angelica Migliorisi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wild Child Wines is one of those rare downtown spots that feels instantly like a neighborhood living room—warm, inviting, and full of discovery. In this episode of Discover Lafayette, we sit down with Katie and Denny Culbert, the couple behind Lafayette's signature natural wine shop and wine bar, to talk about how Wild Child began, how it grew, and why it's become a destination for locals and visitors alike. Along the way, we also explore their other creative ventures—Katie's long-running boutique, Kiki, and Denny's career as a professional photographer whose work has taken him deep into food, place, and storytelling. Their vision and dedication to hospitality and curated wine culture earned Wild Child Wines a 2026 James Beard Award semifinalist nomination in the Outstanding Bar category, one of the highest honors in the American culinary and beverage world. This is really a major moment for Lafayette’s food and drink scene. Katie and Denny's story starts, fittingly, in Lafayette's community orbit. Denny was photographing an event for the newspaper. “It happened to be Palates and Pate. A big fundraiser,”when their paths crossed. Katie remembers she was in her late 20s, and after a mutual friend introduced them, they “found the same friend group at the same time.” Denny wasn't from Lafayette originally; he moved to South Louisiana for journalism, explaining, “I grew up in northeastern Ohio, but I moved to Baton Rouge in 2008 to intern for the Advocate” before landing a job at The Daily Advertiser. Working for the paper, he says, became the fastest way to understand Acadiana: “I’ve been to every single high school gymnasium, every festival, every school board meeting.” He even created a column called Dishing It Out, where he'd spend time inside local restaurants and build photo essays from the same set of questions he asked each owner, every time. Katie's background is equally rooted in local business and community. She has spent years helping operate Kiki, the boutique founded by her mother, Kiki Frayard, and describes how she stepped in to help make the business viable beyond its early stage: “Not so much with the creative side of it, more with the bookkeeping, looking at numbers and keep making it a viable business.” That blend: Katie's retail and business instincts and Denny's creative storytelling, formed a foundation for what became Wild Child Wines. Runaway Dish – “Their former life” “We used to have a magazine when we were doing Runaway Dish, a physical magazine that went along with each dinner. We’d do a chef interview and then farmer interviews for all the products that we were using. That also influenced Wild Child Wines, being in that world. It’s definitely how we ended up here because we met so many chefs. Denny was photographing chefs in their kitchens for the paper. And then beyond that, chefs really didn’t know one another. There was not a tight knit chef community. The goal was to bridge that and start these dinners where we’d get two chefs together, they come up with a menu, we pay for everything, and then any sous chefs could come and hang out and help, or just watch. It brought all these cool gangs of people together that we didn’t really know and they didn’t know each other. We’d get together every few months.” The idea for Wild Child Wines grew out of lived experience, not a business plan on paper. The couple traveled frequently for work, ate in great restaurants, met chefs, and kept discovering wines that simply weren't available in Lafayette. Katie describes how a shift happened while traveling: “It changed my thinking and perspective on what wine was and could be. It opened my eyes.” She remembers thinking, “Instead of driving to New Orleans and getting cases of wine every time we go, maybe we could just open a tiny wine shop.” They already had a downtown space; Denny had been renting it since 2016 as studio and workspace, so the “tiny wine shop” idea became real. Wild Child Wines opened in January 2020, just weeks before the world changed. “Right before Covid,” they say, an unexpected test for any new business. But their concept proved resilient. “Everyone still needed wine,” Katie says, and the shop pivoted fast. “We made a website overnight,” they recalled, creating pickup windows where they'd be “boxing wine, drinking wine, handing wine to people.” Looking back, they describe it as a strange but workable season: “For us personally, it was okay… the right concept.” A big part of the Wild Child experience is how they talk about wine, without intimidation, and with a deep respect for where it comes from. Katie explains that wine is, at its core, agriculture: “Wine is an agricultural product. It’s grapes.” Over time, she says, wine became commercialized and manipulated: “When you look at what wine has become, it’s become this process where lots of things are added to preserve it” For them, the appeal of low-intervention or “natural” wine is both philosophical and physical. “It should just be grapes,” she says, and she describes the feeling of these wines as having “a liveliness.” Denny offers a simple comparison: “Think of it more as like the farmers market of wine, rather than this mass produced grocery store wine.” They focus on small producers, sometimes only “300 to 600 cases of wine a year”, and still marvel that a tiny shop in Lafayette can receive a case from a winemaker in Umbria, Italy: “That's incredible.” Inside the shop, the goal is to help people try and learn in real time. They rotate “6 to 8 wines by the glass,” and if something is open, they're generous with tastes: “We'll give you a taste, as much as you want.” Customers can shop with a glass in hand, explore without pressure, and let curiosity lead. Katie laughs that they still see themselves as learners: “We're wine babies too. I still don't know a lot about wine,” Katie says. Yet the shop's culture and hospitality, powered by a staff they praise repeatedly, creates a place where people want to linger, meet, and return. Over time, Wild Child also expanded through food, always in service of the wine, but now very much part of the experience. Katie admits the shop was originally meant to be only “a tiny wine shop with a little tasting bar, 600 square feet,” but after lockdown, food grew naturally. She began working on pizza recipes during lockdown, hosting backyard pizza parties, then bringing that idea to the shop as a low-barrier entry point: “The barrier to entry for pizza is much lower than this new wine that they haven’t seen.” She describes the strategy plainly: “Everything that we’ve added is just to get more people in the door to sell more wine. That’s the goal.” Today, Wild Child offers a popular Friday lunch, making bread in-house and building a menu around sandwiches, salads, and “snacks”—including tinned fish, olives, and small plates. Food, for them, is also about local connection. Katie talks about sourcing flour from a local mill—“the flour we’re getting is milled right down the road at Straw Cove”—and finding produce at markets: “I'll go to Moncus Park mostly…” Their approach mirrors their wine philosophy: ingredients matter, and good inputs create good outcomes. “It goes back to the wine,” Denny says, emphasizing that they want products that are “clean” and made with care. Seafood is another growing part of the Wild Child story, especially oysters. They highlight a favorite oyster farmer: “Albert “Buzzy” Besson, Grand Isle native… he’s now farming oysters there.” Besson delivers directly to the shop every Thursday, and the relationship embodies what they love about downtown: small-business networks, familiar faces, and a Main Street feeling. They describe field trips with other downtown restaurants to learn oyster farming firsthand and reflect on the changing coastal reality that is shaping new oyster traditions. Katie and Denny Culbert in 2024 at Wild Child Wines. Photo by Brad Kemp of the Advocate. One of the most delightful segments of the interview is their passion for tinned fish, which has become a signature part of the shop's identity. Katie traces her “aha moment” to a Grand Canyon trip where canned smoked oysters became the perfect camp appetizer: “We're just on a sandy beach in the middle of the Grand Canyon eating smoked oysters out of a can.” What started as a personal love turned into a curated selection that grew so big it demanded its own wall, “floor to ceiling tin fish.” They'll even plate it for guests with pickles and fresh bread: “If you come in, we'll do tinned fish plate and set it up for you.” They love that it bridges cultures too—both the adventurous foodie and “the guy who’s been eating sardines in the duck blinds” can appreciate it. The episode also includes a meaningful reflection on Lafayette hospitality, prompted by the recent passing of Charlie Goodson of Charlie G's. Katie describes growing up around Charlie G's and remembers him as “such a mentor for so many people.” They recount seeing him in recent years, coming in for lunch and wine at Wild Child Wines with his wife. and how much it meant that he supported what they were building: “We felt like we were doing something right… knowing that he loved the place and supported it.” For them, Charlie's example is part of the inspiration behind the kind of welcome they want to offer. We close with practical details, such as where to find them and when to visit, and a brief, fun photography “nerd-out” with Denny. He shares his camera choice (a Nikon Z9), his photojournalism background at Ohio University, and a simple tip that applies to everyone, even iPhone shooters: “Not mixing light sources… if you’ve got a big window… turn off all the other lights in the room and use that.” The conversation ends with a glimpse into their personal lives and how their passions have become their work. As Katie puts it with a laugh, “Our hobby is the wine shop. It’s our house.” Wild Child Wines is located at 210 Vermilion Street, directly across from Parc Sans Souci. Their hours: Tuesday–Thursday, noon–8 PM, and Friday–Saturday, 11 AM–9 PM. Visit https://wildchildwines.com/ for more information.

SummaryIn this episode of the Bella Italy podcast, hosts Brian and Anthony explore the central regions of Italy, focusing on Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio. They discuss the unique characteristics of each region, the importance of local experiences, and the culinary delights that await travelers. The conversation emphasizes the value of slowing down and immersing oneself in the culture, rather than just ticking off tourist attractions. Trivia questions and fun facts about Italy are interspersed throughout the discussion, making it both informative and entertaining.TakeawaysTraveling well in Italy requires understanding its regions.Umbria is often overlooked but offers rich experiences.Tuscany is known for its wine and food diversity.Rome and Florence are popular but not the only destinations.Local experiences create memorable travel moments.Italian cuisine is simple yet flavorful, focusing on quality ingredients.Travelers should seek out local dishes unique to each region.Avoid tourist traps by exploring lesser-known towns.The importance of slowing down to appreciate the journey.Traveling in Italy is about the experience, not just the sights.KeywordsItaly, travel, Tuscany, Umbria, Lazio, Bella Italy, food, culture, tourism, travel tipsS05E08 The Heart and Soul of Italy: Tuscany, Umbria, Marche and Lazio https://italywithbella.com

You've seen the Sistine Chapel. But have you felt Italy's soul? Join us as we explore Assisi and beyond on the 800th anniversary of St Francis's death. Discover why a merchant's son who walked away from everything is one of the keys to understanding Italy and its culture. Explore Assisi on our tours of Umbria departing Spring and FallRead the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/308The premium Untold Italy app has ad-free access to our complete archive of 300+ episodes searchable by place and topicFOLLOW: Instagram • Facebook • YouTube GET OUR NEWS: Subscribe hereTRIP PLANNING: Learn more hereJOIN US ON TOUR: Upcoming departuresThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast editing and audio production by Mark Hatter. Production assistance by the other Katie Clarke 

This week we ask a simple question. Is a fifty dollar white wine actually worth it?We head back to Umbria with the Rigogoli 2022 from Tenuta di Salviano. A fifty fifty blend of Viognier and Grechetto di Todi. An IGT wine built on freedom and intention. Named for the winemaker's grandfather, Rigogoli brings real story to the glass.We also kick off a new yearly tradition. The wine fridges are officially cleared. New year. Clean slate. Only three spots are open for 2026. Things go off the rails fast when Colin puts a natural orange wine straight into his fridge. No hesitation. No apology.Along the way we dig into why IGT does not mean lower quality, how Viognier and Grechetto work together, and why serious white wine should not be ice cold. We also revisit PiNope or ChardonnYay! and ask you the listener for your experience with the last white wine that truly surprised you?Wine detailsProducer: Tenuta di SalvianoWine: Rigogoli 2022Region: Umbria ItalyGrapes: Viognier and Grechetto di TodiABV: 13.5 percentPrice: Around $50Support the Show!Buy us a glass!⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/cheers3⁠⁠Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you!Stop Wasting Your Wine on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stop Wasting Your Wine on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StopWastingYourWine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Stop Wasting Your Wine Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stopwastingyourwine.com/Wine Specshttps://www.kobrandwineandspirits.com/product/tenuta-di-salviano-rigogoli/Chapters00:00 – Introduction and Show Dynamics02:02 – Wine Review: Tenuta di Salviano Rigogoli 04:41 – White Wine That Surprises You06:07 – Price Point and Value Discussion07:23 – Tasting Notes: Nose and Palate15:14 – Balance, Acidity, and Finish16:19 – What Is Bianco Umbria IGT18:37 – Viognier vs Grechetto di Todi20:18 – Winemaking Choices and Style25:59 – Final Reviews and Ratings32:21 – Pinot or Chardonnay: Aged Wine Debate36:15 – Closing Thoughts and What's Next  

As 2025 comes to a close, we're stepping back from individual destinations to reflect on how we traveled this year, and how that is starting to shift everything for us. From revisiting familiar places in new ways to discovering hidden regions, connecting deeply with locals, and saying yes to moments we almost skipped, this episode is about travel moments and experiences that stay with you long after the trip ends. Instead of chasing checklists, we focused on connection, curiosity, and slowing down, and those choices led to some of our most meaningful travel moments yet. Some links are affiliate links. See our disclosure. Help Support the Podcast by Buying us a Coffee ☕️ What You'll Discover in this Episode: How we Revisited Familiar Places but Differently Alaska: Experiencing it by cruise after a previous road trip, flying over glaciers, landing at a remote lodge, and enjoying unrushed family time London: Staying at a bucket-list hotel, exploring new neighborhoods, using a city pass to try experiences we'd never done before, and learning to say yes to spontaneity Berlin & Hong Kong: Seeing cities through the lens of major political change—and how perspective shifts over time How we Connected Through Food & Locals A sangria-making class in Barcelona that completely changed what we thought sangria was Why booking small-group tours—and inviting guides to eat with you—can unlock the most authentic experiences Unforgettable food moments in Malaysia, Indonesia, and Ireland, where meals became conversations, cultural lessons, and memories New Regions & Hidden Gems Iceland stopover: Northern Lights, waterfalls, black sand beaches, and letting the landscape—not the clock—set the pace Northern Ireland & Donegal: Slowing down, renting a car, and discovering areas that surprised us the most Why going beyond the “must-see” list often delivers the richest travel experiences New Ways of Traveling Walking through Umbria, Italy, town to town—luggage transported, senses fully engaged Why walking (and cycling) travel changed how we connect with landscapes and people Two very different cruises that reshaped how we think about cruise travel Lessons That Changed How We Travel Book tours with locals (smaller is better) Learn culture through food Be willing to miss something in order to go deeper Remember: destinations aren't designed to make you comfortable—they're home to someone else Moments We Almost Missed, but Didn't Whale watching in Eden, Australia Extending an Alaska trip to Denali Saying yes to Ireland at the last minute Volunteering abroad—and how it reshaped future travel plans 2025 Milestones & Looking Ahead to 2026 Reaching 6 out of 7 continents (with the final one coming soon!) Counting countries—and debating what “counts.” Why we've barely scratched the surface What's coming in 2026: Antarctica, safari, and more Our Takeaways from 2025 What mattered most this year wasn't how far we went or how many places we saw; it was how intentional we became. The shared meals, quiet moments, and unplanned detours reminded us why we travel in the first place. As we head into 2026, our mission remains the same: to help you travel more and better. Stay Connected with Us Have questions or thoughts, or need help planning your next trip?

Christmas is a little different across the pond — where Santas dwell on farms or in the woods, festively decorated boats stand in for sleighs, and fermented trout is a must-try treat. Learn about holiday traditions observed in France, Norway, Greece, London, the Spanish Basque Country, and small-town Italy, as a slate of Rick's guides share their customs and memories of this festive season. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

Christmas in Italy is magical - for the sights, sounds and most of all the community spirit. Join us as we take a trip around Italy's most Christmassy towns - from Rome's glittering Christmas lights to snow-dusted Alpine villages, sharing insider tips on local traditions, and how to plan your perfect Italian holiday itinerary!Discover our new Christmas in the Dolomites Tour: untolditalytours.comRead the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/303NEW! - the Untold Italy app - access our entire podcast history ad free and searchable - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS  •  DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROIDThe app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM  for a one time fee to access Rome, Florence, Venice, Sorrento, Cinque Terre, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischia, Tuscany, Lake Como, Lake Garda, Veneto, Lombardy, Campania, Lazio, Puglia, Abruzzo, Calabria, Umbria, Molise, Sardinia with much more to comeSupport the showSubscribe to our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning toolkit - subscribe hereNeed help with your trip? Check out our Trip Planning ServicesJoin us on tour. Browse our Trip scheduleFollowSubstackInstagram • Facebook • YouTube Editorial InformationThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke 

Please follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook ⁠⁠⁠! In this episode, Kimberly and Tommaso talk about travel to Italy during the high season. They suggest places to visit and compare their personal recommendations to those generated by AI models like Google Gemini and ChatGPT. Key Points: High Season in Italy: The high season in Italy now runs from Easter through September. The discussion focuses on how crowds impact the travel experience during this period. Navigating Travel Information: Tommaso discusses the prevalence of AI-generated content and the rapid growth of the influencer market. They highlight the need for authentic and reliable information in travel planning. Kimberly and Tommaso's Top Recommendations for High Season 2026: Lago Molveno: A tranquil mountain lake village, perfect for hiking and biking, offering stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere. Portovenere, Liguria: A colorful coastal village south of Cinque Terre, offering boat trips to Palmaria Island and delicious pesto. Cuneo Province, Piemonte: Ideal for a driving trip, known for its truffles, Barolo wine, and charming towns like Alba and Bra. Also features the Santuario di San Magno with spectacular mountain views. AI Recommendations vs. Reality: ChatGPT's suggestions for high season include popular, often overcrowded, destinations like the Amalfi Coast, Cinque Terre, Taormina, and Florence. Google Gemini suggests the Dolomites, Verona, Puglia, Sicily, Ischia, Umbria, and Bologna. Both AI models acknowledge the presence of crowds in their suggestions, but Kimberly and Tomaso emphasize the extent of overcrowding in these popular areas during peak season. AI models currently provide summaries of information, lacking the personal opinions and unique experiences that human experts offer. Many Italian businesses close for Ferragosto, impacting city experiences. Authenticity in Travel Planning: The hosts advocate for authentic, ground-level expertise over generic AI recommendations. Kimberly notes that AI cannot convey the magical, sensory experiences of travel, such as the one-of-a-kind experience of waking up to the scent of Edelweiss flowers in the Italian mountains.

Writer Andrew Cotto grew up enjoying Sunday lunches around his nonna's table. Years later he found himself in Tuscany enjoying the same conviviality he missed from his childhood. He share the Italian meals and moments that shaped his writing and launched a new career creating Appetito Magazine specializing in Italian food, drink, and lifestyle.Discover authentic Italy: untolditalytours.comRead the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/302NEW! - the Untold Italy app - access our entire podcast history ad free and searchable - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS  •  DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROIDThe app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM  for a one time fee to access Rome, Florence, Venice, Sorrento, Cinque Terre, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischia, Tuscany, Lake Como, Lake Garda, Veneto, Lombardy, Campania, Lazio, Puglia, Abruzzo, Calabria, Umbria, Molise, Sardinia with much more to comeSupport the showSubscribe to our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning toolkit - subscribe hereNeed help with your trip? Check out our Trip Planning ServicesJoin us on tour. Browse our Trip scheduleFollowSubstackInstagram • Facebook • YouTube Editorial InformationThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke 

Kami Gahiga is a curator and art professional based between Kigali and London. Her work primarily focuses on art from the Global South and she has curated several exhibitions across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.  She is an acting contributor to NKA Journal of Contemporary African Art. Kami is the Art Basel VIP Representative for Africa. Previously, she served as the Head of VIP & Gallery Relations at 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair (London, Marrakech, New York, Hong Kong). She is a patron of the Delfina Foundation (London, UK), a board member of the Tyburn Foundation Board (Harare, Zimbabwe & Umbria, Italy) and is a Nominator for the Norval Sovereign Art Prize (Cape Town, South Africa). Gahiga is the Co-Founder of the Ghana Institute of Contemporary Art opening soon in Kigali, Rwanda!She and Zuckerman discuss Contemporary Africa Art, creating a new art space in Khagili, Rwanda, multigenerational collecting, African patronage, art and culture as the last frontier in Rwanda, creating interest, the experience of exposure, the idea of beginning, how to inspire, finding answers within, artists opening and operating their own spaces on the continent, and writing manifestos!

Send us a textYear's end is the perfect time to chase moments that help us fall in love with travel. We stitch together a lively route from New York's Erie Canal's quiet power to Namibia's Etosha, where elephants, zebra, and predators converge around water in an arid dreamscape. Along the way, we meet a winemaker who steers us into Spain's Alicante desert for a paella cooked over grapevines—one fire, one broth, no second chances—and learn why constraint can turn a meal into a memory that lasts.Our path bends to Sorrento, a flat and beautiful Italian base that opens to Capri, Ischia, and the Amalfi Coast. We talk walkable alleys, lemon groves that become limoncello, and sunset cocktails on cliffside terraces. We ride rails through Canada at sunrise and across Switzerland where a simple coffee sparks a love story. In Mexico City, lucha libre proves that travel joy can be loud, communal, and gloriously acrobatic, while Barcelona Spain lifts the spirit with castellers human towers, Sant Jordi's books and roses, and music festivals that sweep from legends to up-and-comers.We step into sacred time in Assisi in Italy's Umbrian region, to see Giotto's frescoes and St. Francis's world, then cross to India's Agra Fort where Shah Jahan arranged his bed and even a small mirror to keep the Taj Mahal always in view. Add a few delightful detours—a red-clay miniature golf course in Normandy, train-station romance in Belgium, a harmonica gifted to a child in a Ugandan forest (and a musical moment)!If these stories spark your curiosity, hit follow, and share with a friend who needs new trip ideas, Then dig into our archive of over 120 episodes to plan where your next unforgettable moment will begin.**Our guests this past year are a mix of travel pros and travel enthusiasts -- and all of them have insightful tips and stories to tell.**Podcast host Lea Lane has traveled to over 100 countries, and has written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember  (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and  'one of the top 100 Indie books of  the year'). She has contributed to dozens of guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. Contact her at placesirememberlealane.com_____Our award-winning travel podcast, Places I Remember with Lea Lane, has produced over 120 travel episodes! New episodes drop on the first Tuesday of the month, on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts. _____Travel vlogs of featured  podcasts-- with video and graphics -- now also drop on YouTube.  Please subscribe, like, and comment. 

La Dolce Vita on her mind always, Carol loves exploring Italy - from the snowy mountains of the Dolomites to the beaches of Puglia. Traveling Italy has become a passion that's taken her to private palazzi and the hills of Piedmont and she joins us to share her favorite moments and what keeps pulling her back to bella ItaliaJoin us on tour: untolditalytours.comRead the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/301NEW! - the Untold Italy app - access our entire podcast history ad free and searchable - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS  •  DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROIDThe app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM  for a one time fee to access Rome, Florence, Venice, Sorrento, Cinque Terre, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischia, Tuscany, Lake Como, Lake Garda, Veneto, Lombardy, Campania, Lazio, Puglia, Abruzzo, Calabria, Umbria, Molise, Sardinia with much more to comeSupport the showSubscribe to our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning toolkit - subscribe hereNeed help with your trip? Check out our Trip Planning ServicesJoin us on tour. Browse our Trip scheduleFollowSubstackInstagram • Facebook • YouTube Editorial InformationThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke 

Whether you've been dreaming of Italy forever or you're a regular visitor, no doubt you understand the pull of this remarkable place - its history, beauty, art and architecture, food, wine and friendly people. But did you know Italy has a magical way of transforming you in ways you never expected. Listen in to find out more. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/300NEW! - the Untold Italy app - access our entire podcast history ad free and searchable - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS  •  DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROIDThe app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM  for a one time fee to access Rome, Florence, Venice, Sorrento, Cinque Terre, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischia, Tuscany, Lake Como, Lake Garda, Veneto, Lombardy, Campania, Lazio, Puglia, Abruzzo, Calabria, Umbria, Molise, Sardinia with much more to comeSupport the showSubscribe to our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning toolkit - subscribe hereNeed help with your trip? Check out our Trip Planning ServicesJoin us on tour. Browse our Trip scheduleFollowSubstackInstagram • Facebook • YouTube Editorial InformationThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke 

Travel in Italy is more fun when you add in a stop at one of Italy's smaller towns, where life continues as it has for centuries. Presenting charming Orvieto in Italy's central Umbria region. Perched high on a hilltop, this delightful town is perfectly positioned between Rome and Florence for a slow paced adventure exploring local culture, food and wine.Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/299**Untold Italy's Umbria tour - details here - 2026 spaces filling fast** NEW! - the Untold Italy app - access our entire podcast history ad free and searchable - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS  •  DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROIDThe app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM  for a one time fee to access Rome, Florence, Venice, Sorrento, Cinque Terre, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischia, Tuscany, Lake Como, Lake Garda, Veneto, Lombardy, Campania, Lazio, Puglia, Abruzzo, Calabria, Umbria, Molise, Sardinia with much more to comeSupport the showSubscribe to our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning toolkit - subscribe hereNeed help with your trip? Check out our Trip Planning ServicesJoin us on tour. Browse our Trip scheduleFollowSubstackInstagram • Facebook • YouTube Editorial InformationThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke 

Love traveling off the beaten path in Italy? There's a special place near the shores of Lake Garda that you probably haven't heard of but it will charm you in a minute. Join us as we visit Palazzo Novello in the small town of Montichiari in Italy's Lombardy region.Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/298NEW! - the Untold Italy app - access our entire podcast history ad free and searchable - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS  •  DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROIDThe app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM  for a one time fee to access Rome, Florence, Venice, Sorrento, Cinque Terre, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischia, Tuscany, Lake Como, Lake Garda, Veneto, Lombardy, Campania, Lazio, Puglia, Abruzzo, Calabria, Umbria, Molise, Sardinia with much more to comeSupport the showSubscribe to our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning toolkit - subscribe hereNeed help with your trip? Check out our Trip Planning ServicesJoin us on tour. Browse our Trip scheduleFollowSubstackInstagram • Facebook • YouTube Editorial InformationThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke 

Ready to discover your perfect way to travel Italy? Listen in and explore the pros and cons of independent travel versus tours with our expert team of travel planners and tour hosts. Learn about logistics and authentic experiences and discover how curiosity can help you unlock an unforgettable Italian adventure with plenty of jaw dropping sights, history, culture, food, wine, and local connections.Untold Italy ToursTrip Planning ServicesUntold Italy AppRead the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/297NEW! - the Untold Italy app - access our entire podcast history ad free and searchable - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS  •  DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROIDThe app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM  for a one time fee to access Rome, Florence, Venice, Sorrento, Cinque Terre, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischia, Tuscany, Lake Como, Lake Garda, Veneto, Lombardy, Campania, Lazio, Puglia, Abruzzo, Calabria, Umbria, Molise, Sardinia with much more to comeSupport the showSubscribe to our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning toolkit - subscribe hereNeed help with your trip? Check out our Trip Planning ServicesJoin us on tour. Browse our Trip scheduleFollowSubstackInstagram • Facebook • YouTube Editorial InformationThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke 

Sicily in Spring is for the dreamers and curious. When the landscape bursts into life with wildflowers and towns pulse with new season energy, it's the perfect time to explore this island of infinite layers and context. Listen on to hear more about the Sicilian Spring experience. Untold Italy's Highlights of Sicily tour departing May 2026Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/296NEW! - the Untold Italy app - access our entire podcast history ad free and searchable - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS  •  DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROIDThe app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM  for a one time fee to access Rome, Florence, Venice, Sorrento, Cinque Terre, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischia, Tuscany, Lake Como, Lake Garda, Veneto, Lombardy, Campania, Lazio, Puglia, Abruzzo, Calabria, Umbria, Molise, Sardinia with much more to comeSupport the showSubscribe to our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning toolkit - subscribe hereNeed help with your trip? Check out our Trip Planning ServicesJoin us on tour. Browse our Trip scheduleFollowSubstackInstagram • Facebook • YouTube Editorial InformationThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke 

How many memorable meals have you enjoyed on your travels? We're sharing unforgettable food memories from over 30 years of travel in Italy. From mozzarella in Naples to seafood in Sicily, hear how food, company, and beautiful settings create lingering Italian travel experiences and inspiration for your next adventure.Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/295NEW! - the Untold Italy app - access our entire podcast history ad free and searchable - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS  •  DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROIDThe app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM  for a one time fee to access Rome, Florence, Venice, Sorrento, Cinque Terre, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischia, Tuscany, Lake Como, Lake Garda, Veneto, Lombardy, Campania, Lazio, Puglia, Abruzzo, Calabria, Umbria, Molise, Sardinia with much more to comeSupport the showSubscribe to our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning toolkit - subscribe hereNeed help with your trip? Check out our Trip Planning ServicesJoin us on tour. Browse our Trip scheduleFollowSubstackInstagram • Facebook • YouTube Editorial InformationThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke 

Dreaming of Northern Italy? Take a virtual journey with us from Venice to Torino exploring shimmering lakes, hidden towns, food, wine, and of course the people that are preserving long held traditions. We're taking you backstage on our newest Untold Italy tours adventure to the regions that have had a life changing impact on our team.Join us in Northern Italy in 2026 - tour detailsRead the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/294NEW! - the Untold Italy app - access our entire podcast history ad free and searchable - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS  •  DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROIDThe app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM  for a one time fee to access Rome, Florence, Venice, Sorrento, Cinque Terre, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischia, Tuscany, Lake Como, Lake Garda, Veneto, Lombardy, Campania, Lazio, Puglia, Abruzzo, Calabria, Umbria, Molise with much more to comeSupport the showSubscribe to our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning toolkit - subscribe hereNeed help with your trip? Check out our Trip Planning ServicesJoin us on tour. Browse our Trip scheduleFollowSubstackInstagram • Facebook • YouTube Editorial InformationThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke