The Italophilia Podcast

Ishita Sood
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Welcome to The Italophilia Podcast! I’m Ishita, an Indian who fell in love with Italy on her very first trip in 2013. Here I explore Italian places, culture, books, language & the unexpected connections between India and Italy. Come join me on this journey as we explore Italy together! Find more: Join my Substack- https://italophilia.substack.com/ Follow me on Instagram- Italophilia Buy me a Coffee- https://tinyurl.com/44xeup6v Connect with me- info@ishitasood.com Check out my Website- https://ishitasood.com/

  1. Oct 16

    Le Marche: The Italian Region That Most Skip

    Le Marche is one of those Italian regions that deserves far more attention than it gets. Tucked away on Italy’s Adriatic side, between better-known destinations, it has stayed with me through its small towns, traditional crafts, literary connections, food and, above all, the people I’ve met along the way. In this episode of The Italophilia Podcast, I’m sharing some of the places that have made me want to keep going back. Places mentioned in the episode: 1. Numana 2. Mercatello sul Metauro. 3. Carpegna- Emanuele Francioni’s block-printing studio called Antica Stamperia Carpegna. 4. Fabriano- The Paper and Watermark Museum (Museo della carta e della filigrana) 5. Urbania- the town of Ceramics 6. Recanati- the hometown of poet Giacomo Leopardi 7. Urbino- the Renaissance city associated with Raphael and the court of Federico da Montefeltro. If you love Italy beyond the usual tourist trail, I hope this episode inspires you to take a closer look at Le Marche. Grazie mille for listening. Also check out ⁠⁠What Nobody Tells You About Italy⁠⁠- a guide with 29 essential things to know before you go- from everyday etiquette and getting around to the small cultural details in Italy. It includes things that you don't necessarily think to Google before an Italy trip! Get the ebook ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ If you enjoyed this episode, I'd be grateful if you could: ⭐ Follow The Italophilia Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. ⭐ Leave a rating or review on Spotify, Amazon Music or Apple Podcasts. ⭐ Share this episode with someone who dreams of Italy as much as you do.

  2. Oct 2

    Tiny Italian Things: Everyone says Buongiorno

    Welcome to the first episode of the series "Tiny Italian Things" -little details that make Italy unforgettable. Today, we begin by discussing how cute it is when everyone says buongiorno. Want to chat about Italy with me? Check out ⁠⁠Ask an Italophile⁠⁠ Follow on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠ Connect: info@ishitasood.com If you enjoyed this episode, I'd be so grateful if you could: ⭐ Follow The Italophilia Podcast on Spotify and Apple ⭐ Leave a rating or review on Spotify, Amazon or Apple Podcasts ⭐ Share this episode with someone who dreams of Italy as much as you do

  3. Sep 9

    Is Italy Worth Visiting in Winter??

    Italy in the winter is a completely different experience. In this episode, I’m taking you through the quieter, colder, slower side of the country and sharing what I’ve learned from travelling there during the winter months. From cities that are wonderful to explore without the crowds to the little things you need to know before planning a winter trip, we’ll look at why this season might be more rewarding than you expect. I also take you to Tellaro, a tiny coastal village in Liguria that holds a very special place in my winter Italy story. It’s one of those places that reminded me why I love discovering the Italy that exists beyond the usual tourist routes! If you’re dreaming of Italy but wondering whether winter is the right time to go, come along. Planning your first trip to Italy? Check out ⁠What Nobody Tells You About Italy⁠- an eBook with 29 essential things to know before you go- from everyday etiquette and getting around to the small cultural details in Italy. It includes a first timers guide to Italy and things you don't necessarily think to Google before an Italy trip. Get the ebook ⁠here⁠ If you enjoyed this episode, I'd be so grateful if you could: ⭐ Follow The Italophilia Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts ⭐ Leave a rating or review on Spotify, Amazon Music or Apple Podcasts ⭐ Share this episode with someone who dreams of Italy as much as you do

  4. Sep 1

    The Italian City No One Talks About

    Turin wasn't on my original Italy list. And yet, somehow, I went back twice within eight months! In this episode of The Italophilia Podcast, we head to Turin/Torino- a city of grand arcades, elegant piazze, historic cafés and unhurried walks beneath the porticoes of Via Po. I'll take you through some of the things that make Turin so distinctive including an unexpected friendship that began on Instagram while planning my first trip- and eventually led to a friendship that crossed continents. If you're curious about an Italy beyond Rome, Florence and Venice, come to Turin. Follow on YouTube,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect: info@ishitasood.com Planning your first trip to Italy?I put together What Nobody Tells You About Italy- 29 essential things to know before you go, from everyday etiquette and getting around to the small cultural details in Italy. It’s for the things you don't necessarily think to Google before an Italy trip. Get the ebook here If you enjoyed this episode, I'd be so grateful if you could: ⭐ Follow The Italophilia Podcast on Spotify and Apple ⭐ Leave a rating or review on Spotify, Amazon or Apple Podcasts ⭐ Share this episode with someone who dreams of Italy as much as you do

  5. Aug 16

    The Biggest Compliment I Ever Received in Italy

    For years, conversations in Italy followed the same pattern: I'd speak a little Italian, and people would kindly switch to English. Until one trip in 2022, when they didn't. In this episode, I reflect on the moments my Italian became more than something I'd studied and for the first time, I felt I made it! Related Episodes: I am speaking in Italian in this episode! The Fear of Speaking Italian (and being judged) Why Studying Italian Was a Choice That Changed My Life Want to chat about Italy with me? Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask an Italophile⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect: info@ishitasood.com If you enjoyed this episode, I'd be so grateful if you could: ⭐ Follow The Italophilia Podcast on Spotify and Apple ⭐ Leave a rating or review on Spotify, Amazon or Apple Podcasts ⭐ Share this episode with someone who dreams of Italy as much as you do

  6. Aug 1

    5 Things That Have Changed About Travelling to Italy

    Italy is still one of the most extraordinary countries to visit-but the travel experience has changed. From record-breaking tourism to social media crowds, there are a few things every traveler should know before booking their trip. In this episode, I share 5 ways travelling to Italy has changed since 2020 and how you can make the most of your visit today. Also, if you're planning your travels to Italy, check out my eBook called "What Nobody Tells You About Italy". This eBook includes 29 things to avoid -things that cost time, money or even a fine if nobody warns you first. It is everything I've learned in 13 years that never really makes it to the guidebooks. If that sounds like your kind of read, the link is ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Related Episodes: The Italy We Imagine Through Films If I Were To Do My First Italy Trip Again Learn more about: ⁠Ask an Italophile⁠ Follow on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠ Connect: info@ishitasood.com If you enjoyed this episode, I'd be so grateful if you could: ⭐ Follow The Italophilia Podcast on Spotify and Apple ⭐ Leave a rating or review on Spotify, Amazon or Apple Podcasts ⭐ Share this episode with someone who dreams of Italy as much as you do

  7. Jul 19 ·  Bonus

    Bonus: Coffee in Italy vs India

    Coffee is more than a drink, it is a cultural ritual. In this bonus episode, I compare coffee culture in Italy and India, while also making coffee in my Moka Pot in the background (there are sounds!) ☕🇮🇹🇮🇳 Related Episodes: From My Kitchen in India: The Moka Pot Ritual What I Miss About Italy and What I Don't Enjoy the sound of ⁠my moka⁠ bubbling in your home! If you love the show, please do consider supporting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠ I'd be so grateful if you could: ⭐ Follow The Italophilia Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts ⭐ Leave a rating or review on Spotify, Amazon or Apple Podcasts ⭐ Share this episode with someone who loves coffee!

  8. Jul 10

    The Best Italy Advice Doesn't Come From Google

    Google can tell you train times, museum opening hours and the most popular restaurants in Florence. But it can't tell you whether you'd fall in love with Perugia more than Venice or why standing at a coffee bar might become one of your favourite memories. In this episode, I share why some of the best conversations I've had about Italy have happened away from search engines and why I've decided to create a new way for fellow Italophiles. Learn more about: Ask an Italophile Also, if you're planning your travels to Italy, check out my eBook called "What Nobody Tells You About Italy". This eBook includes 29 things to avoid -things that cost time, money or even a fine if nobody warns you first. It is everything I've learned in 13 years that never really makes it to the guidebooks. If that sounds like your kind of read, the link is ⁠⁠⁠here Follow on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Substack⁠ Connect: info@ishitasood.com Related Episodes: Why Do I Talk About Italy So Much? Why I'm Not Trying To Become Anyone Else If you enjoyed this episode, I'd be so grateful if you could: ⭐ Follow The Italophilia Podcast ⭐ Leave a rating or review on Spotify, Amazon or Apple Podcasts ⭐ Share this episode with someone who dreams of Italy as much as you do

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Welcome to The Italophilia Podcast! I’m Ishita, an Indian who fell in love with Italy on her very first trip in 2013. Here I explore Italian places, culture, books, language & the unexpected connections between India and Italy. Come join me on this journey as we explore Italy together! Find more: Join my Substack- https://italophilia.substack.com/ Follow me on Instagram- Italophilia Buy me a Coffee- https://tinyurl.com/44xeup6v Connect with me- info@ishitasood.com Check out my Website- https://ishitasood.com/

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  • Creator
    Ishita Sood
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    43
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    © Ishita Sood
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    The Italophilia Podcast

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