Whether you're a beginner or intermediate Italian student, planning a trip or just dreaming of Italy, stop wishing you could speak Italian... And dive right into La Bella Lingua! Our unique story-based podcast takes you beyond the basics and into a deeper understanding of the culture, expressions, grammar and vocabulary of Italy. In Season 1, each episode features a dialogue between American tourists and local Italians they meet in Rome, and then a lively roundtable with hosts Erin and Elisa. *For full episodes and roundtables, get our premium online course content at www.PostcardsFromItalyPodcast.com *
WARNING: this episode contains Italian insults and may not be suitable for sensitive ears!
In the last episode of this season, we graduate from survival Italian into conversation starters so that we can make lasting friendships. Elisa also confesses the not-so-well-loved traits of her fellow Italians and gives us a healthy list of Italian insults and bad words, both polite and offensive, as a graduation present.
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In today’s episode, we learn about WiFi, data plans, phones and staying connected while in Italy. We also practice asking for email addresses, passwords, phone numbers and internet access.
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In today’s episode, we discuss tips to keep ourselves and our valuables safe while visiting Italy, and how to avoid theft and pickpocketing, with a special section on women’s safety. Just in case, we also practice a dialogue to ask for help and Elisa tells us about Italy’s various law enforcement agencies.
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In today’s episode, Elisa gives us vocabulary and cultural tips to help us prepare for any unexpected health hiccups while we’re traveling in Italy. We also learn how to ask for help with a long list of illnesses, body parts and medications, just in case.
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In today’s episode, we talk about one of our favorite parts of Italian life – the outdoor market – as well as grocery stores. Elisa gives us extensive vocabulary and cultural tips about what to buy, how and when to bargain, and that it’s usually NOT acceptable to touch the produce.
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In today’s episode, we talk about the beautiful things money *can* buy in Italy’s department stores, artisanal shops and boutiques. Elisa also shares tips about typical store hours, VAT refunds and lots of vocabulary so you can literally shop til you drop all your Euros!
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In today’s episode, we head outdoors to the beach, hiking trails, bike paths, spas and more, experiencing Italy beyond its food, art and churches. Elisa also teaches us how to relax like an Italian and enjoy Italy’s famous beach culture and hot springs.
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In today’s episode, we learn about visiting cultural landmarks and etiquette for enjoying the art, history and natural beauty of Italy, from its museums to its churches. Elisa also teaches us how to talk about what we see, as well as tips about tickets, opening hours, tours and guides.
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In today’s episode, Elisa prepares us for ordering a wide variety of foods with mini-glossaries for Italian specialties we might find in different eateries. We also learn helpful Italian vocabulary to communicate any food allergies, sensitivities and preferences when ordering a meal.
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In today’s episode, Elisa explains how eating in Italy is less about the food and more about the art, traditions and social aspects of the Italian culture. We learn about the categories of meals and snacks, as well as how to order food and coffee like an Italian.
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Italian for Travelers, Episode 13 - the EATING IN ITALY episode.
In today’s episode, we finally sink our teeth into the first of three episodes devoted to our favorite sport: eating in Italy! Together, we explore the delicious world of Italian cuisine, from kinds of restaurants to the typical courses you’ll find on a menu. Elisa also gives us essential words and cultural tips to impress your waiter and enjoy your meals that much more.
In today’s episode, we finally sink our teeth into the first of three episodes devoted to our favorite sport: eating in Italy! Together, we explore the delicious world of Italian cuisine, from kinds of restaurants to the typical courses you’ll find on a menu. Elisa also gives us essential words and cultural tips to impress your waiter and enjoy your meals that much more.
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