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2Minutes2Italy
Hosted by Rachel · EN
Italian language and culture decoder, Rachel has spent over 10 years living in Italy, plus she has a bachelors in Italian language and a Masters in Italian art history. In this podcast she will take you on a two minute trip through all things Italian. From food, to famous paintings, cities, Italian political figures and more, if you’ve ever wanted a crash course in the “bel paese” this is the podcast for you.
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Beach etiquette in Italy for paid beaches
Jul 23, 202100:02:29Tap to summarizeEver wanted to do like the Italians do and sit on one of those paid beaches but we’re nervous about making a faux pas? In this episode I cover beach etiquette for paid beaches so you can lounge in confidence!
Transcribe →10 things you might not know about the Sistine Chapel
Jul 16, 202100:02:36Tap to summarizeThe Sistine chapel is famous the world over, but much of its story is in the history of its creation. Listen in to learn more!
Transcribe →Italian National Team - Gli Azzurri
Jul 9, 202100:01:49Tap to summarizeItaly’s National soccer team is something any Italy lover should know at least a little bit about. Even non soccer fans come out to support them when they play and they have long history. Listen to this episode to become a quick pro on this history of Italy’s favorite team
Transcribe →Basic wine and food pairings - part 1
Jul 2, 202100:01:49Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we cover some easy pairing options for steak, meat sauce, or fish dishes (including fish pasta). Che buono!
Transcribe →Auguri mamme! Happy Mother’s Day!
May 7, 202100:02:00Tap to summarizeLearn about Mother’s Day in Italy and how to say a few Mother’s Day phrases!
Transcribe →Another woman art history forgot: Plautilla Nelli
Apr 30, 202100:02:09Tap to summarizeWomen artist from the Renaissance are often forgotten. This one, just recently came back into the spot light - a place she deserves to be. Learn about Nelli and where to see her most famous work.
Transcribe →Why are the south and north of Italy so different?
Apr 22, 202100:02:26Tap to summarizeTake a quick look at why the south and the north are different and understand better the customs of each half of Italia!
Transcribe →51: The fish of April? April fool’s day in Italy
Mar 31, 202100:01:57Tap to summarizeEver wondered how April fool’s day started and why it’s called “fish of April” in Italian? Find out in this episode!
Transcribe →Buona Pasqua! All about Easter in Italy!
Mar 25, 202100:03:05Tap to summarizeThe entire season leading up to Easter is about two months long! Learn about it and some Easter traditions from all over Italy, in this episode.
Transcribe →49: Not all pizza is created equal
Mar 18, 202100:02:50Tap to summarizeHow to get the real pizza experience in Italy for the best pizza of your life.
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