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Postcards from Italy Podcast

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 *

  • 48 minutes 21 seconds
    Conversations and Insults | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep23

    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. 

    But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subscribe to our premium online course. You’ll get:

    • A phone-friendly & clickable PDF of all our mini-glossaries ← the perfect travel buddy for Italian learners!
    • Full episodes (we only stream a portion of our conversations!)
    • Dialogue transcripts
    • Listen-and-repeat audio glossaries (no banter, just vocabulary to practice your pronunciation)
    • Practice lessons 
    • … and so much more!

    www.PostcardsFromItalyPodcast.com 

    Live La Dolce Vita glamor... without all the grammar :-) 


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    23 September 2025, 7:00 am
  • 27 minutes 48 seconds
    Tech, WiFi and Phones in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep22

    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. 

    But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subscribe to our premium online course. You’ll get:

    • A phone-friendly & clickable PDF of all our mini-glossaries ← the perfect travel buddy for Italian learners!
    • Full episodes (we only stream a portion of our conversations!)
    • Dialogue transcripts
    • Listen-and-repeat audio glossaries (no banter, just vocabulary to practice your pronunciation)
    • Practice lessons 
    • … and so much more!

    www.PostcardsFromItalyPodcast.com 

    Live La Dolce Vita glamor... without all the grammar :-) 


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    16 September 2025, 7:00 am
  • 34 minutes 10 seconds
    Safety and Theft in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep21

    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.

    But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subscribe to our premium online course. You’ll get:

    • A phone-friendly & clickable PDF of all our mini-glossaries ← the perfect travel buddy for Italian learners!
    • Full episodes (we only stream a portion of our conversations!)
    • Dialogue transcripts
    • Listen-and-repeat audio glossaries (no banter, just vocabulary to practice your pronunciation)
    • Practice lessons 
    • … and so much more!

    www.PostcardsFromItalyPodcast.com 

    Live La Dolce Vita glamor... without all the grammar :-) 


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    9 September 2025, 7:00 am
  • 30 minutes 35 seconds
    Pharmacies and Medical Emergencies | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep20

    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.

    But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subscribe to our premium online course. You’ll get:

    • A phone-friendly & clickable PDF of all our mini-glossaries ← the perfect travel buddy for Italian learners!
    • Full episodes (we only stream a portion of our conversations!)
    • Dialogue transcripts
    • Listen-and-repeat audio glossaries (no banter, just vocabulary to practice your pronunciation)
    • Practice lessons 
    • … and so much more!

    www.PostcardsFromItalyPodcast.com 

    Live La Dolce Vita glamor... without all the grammar :-) 


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    2 September 2025, 7:00 am
  • 31 minutes 32 seconds
    Markets in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep19

    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.

    But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subscribe to our premium online course. You’ll get:

    • A phone-friendly & clickable PDF of all our mini-glossaries ← the perfect travel buddy for Italian learners!
    • Full episodes (we only stream a portion of our conversations!)
    • Dialogue transcripts
    • Listen-and-repeat audio glossaries (no banter, just vocabulary to practice your pronunciation)
    • Practice lessons 
    • … and so much more!

    www.PostcardsFromItalyPodcast.com 

    Live La Dolce Vita glamor... without all the grammar :-) 


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    26 August 2025, 7:00 am
  • 25 minutes 52 seconds
    Shopping in Boutiques | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep18

    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!

    But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subscribe to our premium online course. You’ll get:

    • A phone-friendly & clickable PDF of all our mini-glossaries ← the perfect travel buddy for Italian learners!
    • Full episodes (we only stream a portion of our conversations!)
    • Dialogue transcripts
    • Listen-and-repeat audio glossaries (no banter, just vocabulary to practice your pronunciation)
    • Practice lessons 
    • … and so much more!

    www.PostcardsFromItalyPodcast.com 

    Live La Dolce Vita glamor... without all the grammar :-) 


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    19 August 2025, 7:00 am
  • 29 minutes 56 seconds
    Beaches, Bikes, Hikes and Spas in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep17

    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.

    But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subscribe to our premium online course. You’ll get:

    • A phone-friendly & clickable PDF of all our mini-glossaries ← the perfect travel buddy for Italian learners!
    • Full episodes (we only stream a portion of our conversations!)
    • Dialogue transcripts
    • Listen-and-repeat audio glossaries (no banter, just vocabulary to practice your pronunciation)
    • Practice lessons 
    • … and so much more!

    www.PostcardsFromItalyPodcast.com 

    Live La Dolce Vita glamor... without all the grammar :-) 


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    12 August 2025, 7:00 am
  • 27 minutes 35 seconds
    Museums, Landmarks and Sightseeing in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep16

    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.

    But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subscribe to our premium online course. You’ll get:

    • A phone-friendly & clickable PDF of all our mini-glossaries ← the perfect travel buddy for Italian learners!
    • Full episodes (we only stream a portion of our conversations!)
    • Dialogue transcripts
    • Listen-and-repeat audio glossaries (no banter, just vocabulary to practice your pronunciation)
    • Practice lessons 
    • … and so much more!

    www.PostcardsFromItalyPodcast.com 

    Live La Dolce Vita glamor... without all the grammar :-) 


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    5 August 2025, 7:00 am
  • 31 minutes 51 seconds
    Food Glossaries, Allergies and How to Order | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep15

    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.

    But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subscribe to our premium online course. You’ll get:

    • A phone-friendly & clickable PDF of all our mini-glossaries ← the perfect travel buddy for Italian learners!
    • Full episodes (we only stream a portion of our conversations!)
    • Dialogue transcripts
    • Listen-and-repeat audio glossaries (no banter, just vocabulary to practice your pronunciation)
    • Practice lessons 
    • … and so much more!

    www.PostcardsFromItalyPodcast.com 

    Live La Dolce Vita glamor... without all the grammar :-) 


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    29 July 2025, 7:00 am
  • 40 minutes 49 seconds
    How to Eat Like an Italian | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep14

    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. 

    But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subscribe to our premium online course. You’ll get:

    • A phone-friendly & clickable PDF of all our mini-glossaries ← the perfect travel buddy for Italian learners!
    • Full episodes (we only stream a portion of our conversations!)
    • Dialogue transcripts
    • Listen-and-repeat audio glossaries (no banter, just vocabulary to practice your pronunciation)
    • Practice lessons 
    • … and so much more!

    www.PostcardsFromItalyPodcast.com 

    Live La Dolce Vita glamor... without all the grammar :-) 


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    22 July 2025, 7:00 am
  • 33 minutes 11 seconds
    Food, Eating and Restaurants in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep13

     

    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. 

    But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subscribe to our premium online course. You’ll get:

    • A phone-friendly & clickable PDF of all our mini-glossaries ← the perfect travel buddy for Italian learners!
    • Full episodes (we only stream a portion of our conversations!)
    • Dialogue transcripts
    • Listen-and-repeat audio glossaries (no banter, just vocabulary to practice your pronunciation)
    • Practice lessons
    • … and so much more!

    www.PostcardsFromItalyPodcast.com 

    Live La Dolce Vita glamor... without all the grammar :-) 


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    15 July 2025, 7:00 am
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