Italian Impact Weekly

09/25/2025

This week's guest, Mike Battalini, is the President and CEO of The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group. We talk to Mike about the impact his Italian upbringing had on his success as a businessman. Mike also offers some very good advice on what to look for when it comes to deciding on how to choose a good financial consultant. There is a lot of good wisdom you can takeaway from this episode. You can learn more about Mike here: https://michaelbattalini.com/

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This week's guest, Mike Battalini, is the President and CEO of The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group. We talk to Mike about the impact his Italian upbringing had on his success as a businessman. Mike also offers some very good advice on what to look for when it comes to deciding on how to choose a....

09/21/2025

This week we interview a very wonderful guest, Suzie Jackson. Suzie is a few generations removed from her family in Italy but that doesn't stop her from being passionate about the Italian culture. In fact, Suzie's sister currently lives in Rome and sings opera! Suzie is also passionate about helping others and in this episode we are going to talk about an upcoming fundraiser wherein her sister will come from Rome to do a special concert. For more information on the upcoming event, please check out: https://www.heraldstaronline.com/news/community/2025/09/opera-concert-to-benefit-nonprofit/

To learn more about the non-profit, you can check them out here: https://www.hbsteubenville.org/

Or follow them here: https://m.facebook.com/hbsteubenville/

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This week we interview a very wonderful guest, Suzie Jackson. Suzie is a few generations removed from her family in Italy but that doesn't stop her from being passionate about the Italian culture. In fact, Suzie's sister currently lives in Rome and sings opera! Suzie is also passionate about helping...

09/14/2025

This week we interview a very special guest, Nick Fiorentino. Nick has a passion for Italian culture and shows it by running one of the most popular social media campaigns to promote Italian culture in the Pittsburgh area. This is a great episode and Nick's passion and exuberance really shine through! Follow Nick here on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pittsburghitalians412/

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This week we interview a very special guest, Nick Fiorentino. Nick has a passion for Italian culture and shows it by running one of the most popular social media campaigns to promote Italian culture in the Pittsburgh area. This is a great episode and Nick's passion and exuberance really shine throug...

08/26/2025

This week Claudio and I interview the great Ray 'Boom Boom' Mancini. Ray reflects on everything from his multiple careers to current projects. He also provide some very powerful insight on how to be successful and it has nothing to do with luck.

08/20/2025

This week I interview international opera singer and Pittsburgh native, Kevin Glavin. Kevin dreamt of smoking ci**rs and singing in lounge acts in Vegas but ended up performing opera with the world's best opera singers, including the great Luciano Pavarotti. We have an absolute fantastic time and in fact, you may even hear a little singing in this episode...

This week I interview international opera singer and Pittsburgh native, Kevin Glavin. Kevin dreamt of smoking ci**rs and singing in lounge acts in Vegas but ended up performing opera with the world's best opera singers, including the great Luciano Pavarotti. We have an absolute fantastic time and in...

08/13/2025

This week, the great Claudio Reilsono returns for a very wonderful conversation but first, I start with Paul Cosentino. Paul has been a musician for over 30 years and currently plays with the fantastic and very talented Boilermaker Jazz Band. We have a wonderful time talking everything from Sicily to music! Check out Paul and the Boilermaker Jazz Band here: www.boilermakerjazzband.com

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This week, the great Claudio Reilsono returns for a very wonderful conversation but first, I start with Paul Cosentino. Paul has been a musician for over 30 years and currently plays with the fantastic and very talented Boilermaker Jazz Band. We have a wonderful time talking everything from Sicily t...

08/04/2025

If you are in the Pittsburgh area, hope to see you there!

Join the Italian American Program for a free film screening.

07/28/2025

🇮🇹 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐅𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐋𝐄 𝐈𝐒 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄! 🇮🇹

We’re thrilled to unveil the full schedule for the 𝟒𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐚 𝐈𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥—presented by 𝐃𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐯𝐚 𝐓𝐨𝐲𝐨𝐭𝐚!

From exciting pre-festival happenings to three incredible days of entertainment, traditions, and family fun, this year’s lineup is one you don’t want to miss. 🎶🍷🍝

📅 August 29, 30 & 31
📍 Downtown Clarksburg, WV

Join us on the streets of historic Clarksburg for free Main Stage performances, delicious Italian food, cultural events, and more—all Labor Day Weekend long!

📲 Visit WVIHF.com to view the full schedule and plan your visit now!

Let’s celebrate Italian heritage, community, and tradition—together! 💚🤍❤️

City of Clarksburg, WV

07/28/2025

This week I am joined by the very successful entertainer, Nick Ferraro. Nick is known for many things, a talented musician, actor, screen writer and much more but he was also dubbed "The Philly Elvis" by none other than Bruce Springsteen on October 19th, 2009 at the Spectrum in Philadelphia PA. In fact, in the 2013 documentary titled "Springsteen & I", Nick's story is a part of the film. Check out Nick Ferraro & the All Stars performing "Born to Run" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pz9A0J88uuA

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This week I am joined by the very successful entertainer, Nick Ferraro. Nick is known for many things, a talented musician, actor, screen writer and much more but he was also dubbed "The Philly Elvis" by none other than Bruce Springsteen on October 19th, 2009 at the Spectrum in Philadelphia PA. In f...

07/23/2025

This week we come back from our break with an absolute music legend, Don Aliquo Sr. Don has been doing this for nearly 80 years! He's played with some of the greats and shares some incredible stories and advice from his very storied career. You can still catch Don out there entertaining so be sure to check him out at: https://donaliquo-sr.com/

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This week we come back from our break with an absolute music legend, Don Aliquo Sr. Don has been doing this for nearly 80 years! He's played with some of the greats and shares some incredible stories and advice from his very storied career. You can still catch Don out there entertaining so be sure t...

06/25/2025

This week I am joined by international singer and professional tour guide, Marco Fiorante. Marco and I have an absolutely wonderful conversation on how to appreciate your culture while accepting your new home country. We also discuss his singing career...what a great voice! Check him out here on his website: https://www.marcofiorante.com/videos/ or listen to his music here: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/marco-fiorante/1145892188

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06/23/2025

Thank you to the folks at Lion's Den for having me on...a great group!

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