Growingupitalian

EPISODE 27. GrowingUpItalian has partnered up with Hardcore Italians and as of Monday,October 8th, 2018 there will be GrowingUpItalian Merchandise sold at hardcoreitalians.com. Sabino and Rocco get together to talk about Italian-American Heritage month. They talk a little about Christopher Columbus' voyage, discuss whether he's actually italian or not, and reasons why Italians shoud be proud of this month and Columbus Day in particular. For specific times and important topics go to 1:00 - GrowingUpItalian Merchandise 4:00 - Columbus Day 9:00 - Columbus Day Parade 11:20 - Population of Italians in America 17:20 - St. Patrick 19:30 - Soccer 22:30 - Italian Food 24:00 - Family Photos

EPISODE 26. Sabino sat down with Carmine Gangone and John Paul Manzolillo, two great guys from Williamsburg who are currently heavily involved in the Italian American Baseball Foundation. (@iabf_official). The IABF is a non profit organization and heavily relies on donations and fundraisers to help give back to Italian Americans who play baseball. Whether it's through scholarships of equipment needed to play the game. If you'd like to make a donation no matter how big or small, please visit www.iabf.foundation (link in their Instagram bio) For specific times and important topics go to : 6:00 - John Franco 9:20 - Baseball in Italy 14:20 Email newsletter

EPISODE 25. Sabino and Rocco speak with neighborhood friend Domenico Manzolillo on their family traditions from when they grew up to today. Sunday sauce, homemade pasta, the feast of the seven fishes, and plenty more. The three talk about the different traditions they have as well depending on the towns their families come from. For specific times and important topics go to 2:00 : Feast of the Seven Fishes 4:50 : La Befana 8:45 : Italian Weddings 12:40 : New Years Lentils 18:30 : Homemade dried sausage 25:00 : Struffoli on Christmas 29:00 : Soccer

EPISODE 24. Rocco and Sabino bring in their long-time friend Anthony to discuss Dieting in an Italian Household. Anthony himself was over weight at a low point in his life. He openly shares his story, his motivation, his turn-a-round and how he still is properly dieting and going to the gym to stay healthy and fit. Tony lost over 100 pounds over the course of a year and a half. This podcast is full of suggestion on how to go about losing weight, what to eat, when to eat, and when to workout. If you were ever looking for some motivation to lose weight, here's your chance. Be sure to check out Tony's music page on Instagram "@gsauceonthebeat" and feel free to message him personally on Instagram "@tonyguerc" for any helpful tips. For specific times of important topics, go to 1:00 : Intro 4:50 : Diet 8:30 : Meal Plans 10:50 : Throw out all bad food 17:00 : Meal Prep 19:30 : Workout Plans 24:00 : Music Playlist 31:00 : Diet snacks 34:00 : No meat or no carbs? 36:00 : Healthy alternatives

EPISODE 23. Sabino meets with Anthony Rodia aka Its Uncle Vinny, his wife Michelle, and Dom from Paesano entertainment. The 4 talk about comedy within the italian culture, their italian lifestyles, and what is to come.

EPISODE 22. Michela, Sabino and Rocco meet up with co-owners of BrooklynBitess, Giuseppe and Sabrina. The 5 share their different stories, experiences, memories, and the food from their trips to Italy. The 5 also talk about the pros and cons in Italy right now and what life is like in Italy. The passion displayed by everyone is evident, and the push for change begins today. Be sure to check out the Italian Snacks video made by the 5 prior to the podcast video being filmed, at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RG7OLNxPTRk

EPISODE 21. Sabino and Michela go to Patrizia’s family style restaurant in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, and speak with owner, Antonio, and LucaTwoTimes joins in for another podcast with the GrowingUpItalian crew. The 4 talk about the famous Patrizia’s restaurant, the great food, family environment, the awesome service, the history, and the expansion of the restaurant.

EPISODE 20. Michela, Rocco and Sabino talk about what has happened since the last recap episode, upcoming moves and ideas for the page and a potential alternate logo for GrowingUpItalian! The trio talk about how grateful, appreciative, and overall satisfaction with every follower and the constant feedback. GrowingUpItalian is expanding and growing faster than ever and it starts with every single follower/listener.

EPISODE 19. Sabino meets again with Lopicc and speak with Sean out in LA over the phone. The three talk about life on the Eastern Coast of America, life on the Western Coast of America, italian traditions on each side, how italians are similar and different from the east and west coast, as well as talk about Sean's instagram page WestCoastItalians.

EPISODE 18. Sabino & Michela discuss the Patron Saint of their Hometown in Italy. They discuss differences between the way the feast is celebrated back home in Sanza, Salerno and the way it is right here in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. They also touch up on stories of when fellow family members and paisans migrated to NYC from Italy.

EPISODE 17. Rocco, Sabino, Michela and their cousin Mario talk about their life growing up all together. Their childhood memories, the benefit of having so many cousins, and the struggle of having strict parents.

EPISODE 16. Rocco and Sabino speak with Butch and Angelo on their reactions, thoughts, disappointments, and surprises from the 2018 FIFA WORLD CUP. The 4 also mention some news about Serie A and share their thoughts on what's to come.

EPISODE 14. A tradition that's been passed along for many years, originating from Nola, Italy. GrowingUpItalian's Sabino speaks with two very passionate men who have been dedicated to the Giglio for as long as they can remember, Jordan and @OLMCFeast 's Dom. The three talk about what the tradition is, how it all started, where it originated, the Giglio process, and their significant roles with the Giglio.

EPISODE 13. Sabino & Michela meet with Brooklyn Bitess for a second time. The 4 speak about food in Italy, compare old school(L & B) and new school pizza (L'Industrie Pizza) and more food spots to try out

EPISODE 12. Fellow podcaster/creative @164Lopicc joins Sabino and Michela for a episode. They talk about life, what's it like podcasting, and getting support from friends.

Episode 11. New York's unofficial talent scout, NewYorkNico is back for another episode with LucaTwoTimes where the two talk about how they met, what they've been up to, how it all began, and life in New York.

EPISODE 10. The Trio is back at it again, Sabino, Rocco and Michela talk all about what they've been up to since the very first podcast released, news for what is to come, what's in progress, relationships they've made, some fan appreciation and responding to feedback as well as their roles in the page.

EPISODE 9. From our backyard, the three of us talk with Zio Domenico about his life growing up in his small town, how times have changed, what's the difference between now and then, and towards the end we do a little fun italian dialect segment with Zio Domenico

EPISODE 8. Sabino heads out to Chicago to do this episode, where he meets with Mike Gentili as well Hardcore Italians very own, Mike. Gentili speaks about his life growing up, italian upbringing, and about his book "Mob Adjacent"

EPISODE 7. Michela and Sabino meet with two very well known New York foodies, Giuseppe and Sabrina. Talk about how their page all began, favorite foods, and the italian culture.