Bada Bing Bayou

Patrick Ross Campesi and Lawrence Joseph Ingraffia

Bada Bing Bayou is where South Sicilian roots meet Southern charm. Hosted by Lawrence Ingraffia and Patrick Campesi, this podcast dives into the experiences of young Italian American professionals who straddle the line between their rich heritage and modern identity. From family traditions and old-school values to business, culture, and the feeling of never being "Italian enough," we explore what it means to celebrate our roots while carving our own paths. Whether you're sipping espresso or stirring a gumbo, join us for real talk, laughs, and a fresh take on Italian American life in the South.

  1. Gravy, Gumbo, Gators and Game Day: Things to Do in Louisiana

    09-11-2025

    Gravy, Gumbo, Gators and Game Day: Things to Do in Louisiana

    From food and festivals to parades, LSU, and the great outdoors, Lawrence and Patrick dive into why Louisiana earns its nickname as the Sportsman’s Paradise.

    24 min
  2. The Paisan Dating Playbook: Dating in Italian-America

    02-11-2025

    The Paisan Dating Playbook: Dating in Italian-America

    Lawrence and Patrick break down the ins and outs of dating in Italian-American culture, exploring traditions, expectations, and modern twists on family and relationships.

    33 min

  3. 26-10-2025

    Italian American Heritage Month: The Future of Italian America - A Call to the Next Generation (Pt. 4)

    In the final episode of our Italian American Heritage Month series, Patrick and Lawrence look at where we stand today—and where we go from here. From fading traditions to a renewed sense of identity, they challenge young Italian Americans to reconnect with their roots, get involved in their local lodges and communities, and carry forward the legacy built by generations before them. This is a call to action: learn your history, speak your story, and make your mark as part of the Italian American future.

    28 min

  4. 23-10-2025

    Negroni Nights: The Life of a Showgirl, AI in Finance and Law

    In this episode of Negroni Nights, Lawrence and Patrick start behind the screen—discussing how artificial intelligence is reshaping industries like finance and law. From predictive analytics on Wall Street to AI-assisted brief writing in the courtroom, we ask whether the machines are making our jobs easier or just raising the bar for what humans have to deliver. Then we shift from algorithms to artistry with a look at Taylor Swift’s new era: “The Life of a Showgirl.” Is it commentary, reinvention, or marketing genius? We break down what it says about the modern American icon and how performance personas evolve in the age of spectacle. So grab a Negroni, loosen the tie, and join us for a conversation that blends culture, cocktails, curiosity, and a steaming hot take—Bada Bing Bayou style.

    16 min

  5. 22-10-2025

    Italian American Heritage Month: From Spaghetti to Stardom - How Italian America Defined Mid-Century US Culture - Pt.3

    In this third installment of our Italian American Heritage Month series, Patrick and Lawrence explore the post-WWII boom years when Italian America went mainstream. They trace how family kitchens turned spaghetti and meatballs into national staples, how crooners like Sinatra and Dino became icons, and how Italian Americans reshaped politics—from city halls to Capitol Hill. The episode dives into the cultural assimilation, pride, and contradictions that marked the journey from the old neighborhood to the American Dream, setting the stage for the modern Italian American identity.

    36 min

  6. 16-10-2025

    Negroni Nights: Taylor Swift, Sports Bets and... AI?

    In this round of Negroni Nights, Patrick and Lawrence pour one up and dive into a little bit of everything—Taylor Swift’s pop-culture takeover, the wild world of sports betting, why car insurance feels like legal robbery, and how AI is sneaking into every corner of daily life. It’s equal parts laughs, hot takes, and late-night banter—the kind of conversation that only happens when the Negronis are flowing and nothing’s off limits.

    28 min

  7. 12-10-2025

    Italian American Heritage Month: From 1891 to WWII: The Trials and Triumphs of Italian America - Pt. 2

    In part two of Bada Bing Bayou’s Italian American Heritage Month series, Patrick and Lawrence trace the complex history of Italian Americans from the 1891 New Orleans lynching—the largest mass lynching in U.S. history—to the challenges and contributions of World War II. They unpack how prejudice, perseverance, and patriotism shaped a community’s identity in America’s Deep South and beyond. It’s a raw and reflective conversation on resilience, belonging, and the journey from outsiders to proud Americans.

    30 min

  8. 07-10-2025

    Negroni Nights - Pilot - How Bada Bing Bayou Was Created

    Two friends, one Negroni, and a wild idea. In our kickoff, we tell the real origin story of Bada Bing Bayou: the kitchen-table napkin sketch, borrowed mics, the first shoot in a too-hot garage, and the neighbor’s leaf blower cameo. Why the name, why South Louisiana, and why Italian-American stories that feel like Sunday dinner. We share what bombed, what clicked, and the moment the format finally sang. You’ll hear our scrappy workflow (book it, shoot it, fix it in the edit), the gear glow-ups, favorite bloopers, and how the community jumped in to shape the show. It’s personal, messy, and fun—exactly how we like it. Join in: Subscribe, rate, and drop guest ideas or questions. Tell us your best family story, and we might read it on air.

    16 min
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Bada Bing Bayou is where South Sicilian roots meet Southern charm. Hosted by Lawrence Ingraffia and Patrick Campesi, this podcast dives into the experiences of young Italian American professionals who straddle the line between their rich heritage and modern identity. From family traditions and old-school values to business, culture, and the feeling of never being "Italian enough," we explore what it means to celebrate our roots while carving our own paths. Whether you're sipping espresso or stirring a gumbo, join us for real talk, laughs, and a fresh take on Italian American life in the South.

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  • Maker
    Patrick Ross Campesi and Lawrence Joseph Ingraffia
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    2K
  • Afleveringen
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    © Patrick Ross Campesi and Lawrence Joseph Ingraffia
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