The Italian Radio Hour

07/13/2025

Another successful Aperitivo Italiano 🇮🇹 with Istituto Mondo Italiano - Centro di cultura italiana .
Missed it?
Sign up for the next one in September at: www.istitutomondoitaliano.org
It will be even bigger, and more spectacular.
Show off your sense of style in white for "Aperitivo En Blanc".
Since you are there, join us for the Summer Picnic on August 17th, too!

07/06/2025

FLASH APPEARANCE ALERT!!!!
Inspired by the beauty of Venus' navel, tortellini is one of the most iconic pasta shapes in Italy.
Its meat filling, along with a luscious broth make it a magical experience for the palate.

Come and give it a try to shape the perfect tortellini tomorrow 9:30-1pm outside La Prima Espresso Co. (La Prima - Strip District). Brought to you by Istituto Mondo Italiano - Centro di cultura italiana
www.istitutomondoitaliano.org

07/03/2025

This week on The Italian Radio Hour: LivTours: Let your Dreams begin!

Planning a trip to Italy? Travelling with children? Want a memorable trip? Concerned about overturism?
This and much more in our conversation with Kristin Karstensdotter, co-founder of Liv Tours, the boutique tour company she launched in Rome with her husband, Angelo Carotenuto.

Originally from the Nordic countries, Kristin’s journey to the Eternal City is a story of adventure, culture, and connection—one that led her not only to Italy, but to building a business that helps travelers experience the country in a deeply personal way.

With their guiding motto "Let your dreams begin," Liv Tours is about more than sightseeing—it’s about creating meaningful, memorable moments.
Warning: This episode might urge you to book a trip to Italy right away but not don’t worry! Not need to call a doctor. Call LivTours! No side effects expected, only long-term memories.
https://youtu.be/J-dkpD0fYrw

LivTours

This week on The Italian Radio Hour - Today I’m delighted to welcome Kristin Karstensdotter, co-founder of Liv Tours, the boutique tour company she launched ...

06/26/2025

This week on The Italian Radio Hour: Women of the Mafia with Prof. Felia Allum (University of Bath).

Over the last twenty-five years, there has been a growing debate about the role of women in Italian Mafias.
Prof. Allum's research challenges traditional narratives that portray mafia women solely as passive figures or victims. Instead, she explores their active roles within criminal organizations, whether as enforcers, financial managers, or silent power brokers. Through her work, she sheds light on how gender dynamics shape mafia structures and how women navigate these criminal worlds while also dealing with societal expectations.

Prof. Allum has published extensively on the subject, including books and academic articles that delve into the intersection of gender, crime, and politics. Her research is particularly significant in the context of law enforcement efforts to dismantle mafia organizations, as understanding women's roles can provide new strategies for combating organized crime.

This week on The Italian Radio Hour - Over the last twenty-five years, there has been a growing debate about the role of women in Italian Mafias. Using a qua...

06/24/2025

06/12/2025

This FATHER'S DAY - Sunday June 15th
He has enough socks, he has enough ties, he has enough gadgets but he'll never have enough time with you!
So, come and take our Tiramisu' making class together at Istituto Mondo Italiano - Centro di cultura italiana and you'll have also have dessert for your Father's Day celebrations afterwards!

Only a few tickets left!!
https://www.istitutomondoitaliano.org/store/p1227/TIRAMISU%27_Making_class_%28Sunday_June_15th_%4010%3A30am%29.html #/

06/11/2025

This week on The Italian Radio Hour: Behind the scenes of "C'e' ancora domani" - In conversation with Yonv Joseph.

I'm so excited for today’s conversation with our multitalented guest Yonv Joseph. You may recognize him as the American soldier in "C’è ancora domani", alongside Paola Cortellesi.

In postwar Rome, Delia, a working-class woman dreams of a better future for herself and her daughter while enduring abuse at the hands of her husband. Her casual encounter with an American soldier (Yonv Joseph) will bring an interesting dimension and unspoken complicity to Delia's courage to change the circumstances of her life and prevent her daughter from falling into her same destiny.

"C’e’ ancora domani" became a major box office sensation in Italy, breaking records as one of the most-watched Italian films of the year and earning widespread critical acclaim for its powerful storytelling and direction by Paola Cortellesi. Additionally, "C'e' ancora domani" was the winner of the Audience Award for the 2025 Italian Film Festival USA

But that's just one side of our multitalented, prolific artist, Yonv Joseph. Yonv is not only a versatile actor, but also an amazing musician, athlete, and the creative producer behind projects like Fangs.

There’s so much more to his story, that I truly enjoyed diving into all the layers of Yonv’s artistry and the passions that drive him.
https://youtu.be/YWzQFvC7rVo

Paola Cortellesi

This week on The Italian Radio Hour - I'm so excited for today’s conversation with our multitalented guest Jonv Joseph. You may recognize him as the America...

06/05/2025

This week on The Italian Radio Hour - Alessia Discovers a Spider Web. When Storytime Dances the Italian Tarantella with Anna Harsh and Alessandra Aozora.

Join me in welcoming two incredibly talented women whose collaboration brings together dance, storytelling, and visual art in a beautiful way.

Anna Harsh is the founder of Allegro Dance Company, known for promoting and preserving Italian folk traditions through dance. She has recently ventured into the world of children’s literature with her debut book, Alessia Discovers a Spider Web.

Joining her is Alessandra Aozora, the illustrator of the book, whose unique background gives her work a vibrant multicultural flair.
Together, they’ve created a book that is not only visually enchanting but also deeply rooted in themes of discovery, identity, and imagination.

Anna and Alessandra will be at Istituto Mondo Italiano - Centro di cultura italiana, on Saturday June 14th from 2-4pm to share the story of how Alessia becomes friend with the spider. Craft time and tarantella moves are all included.
The event is FREE but registration is required at: https://www.istitutomondoitaliano.org/alessia-discovers-a-spider-web-jun-14th.html #/
Signed copies of the book, can be purchased in person or online (same link as above).
https://youtu.be/c6-MTOqbs6I

Allegro Dance Company

This week on The Italian Radio Hour - Today on The Italian Radio Hour, we welcome two incredibly talented women whose collaboration brings together dance, st...

06/03/2025

"When story time meets Italian tarantella" - June 14th from 2-4pm at Istituto Mondo Italiano - Centro di cultura italiana

CALLING ALL CHILDREN & FAMILIES for a super cute children's/family event called not to be missed!

My friend and Italian folk dance instructor Anna Harsh from Allegro Dance Company has recently published her new children's book entitled: "Alessia Discovers a Spider Web", illustrated by Milanese artist and teacher extraordinaire at Istituto Mondo Italiano - Centro di cultura italiana,Alessandra Aozora.
Anna will read the book (in English), will teach how to dance theTarantella, while Alessandra will facilitated craft activities.
It will be a joyous event that we would like to share with you all!

COST: FREE but REGISTRATION is REQUIRED at:
https://www.istitutomondoitaliano.org/alessia-discovers-a-spider-web-jun-14th.html #/

Interested families can purchase autographed copies of the book at the event.
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Allegro Dance Company

Come and join us for a special family event featuring the children's book: “Allesia Discovers a Spider Web” written by Anna Harsh and illustrated by Alessandra Aozora . They will be sharing the...