The Italophilia Podcast

Ishita Sood
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The Italophilia Podcast is a reflective space where India and Italy meet. Each episode is recorded as it is - unedited, without music and without frills. This podcast is about Italian travel, language, and culture with a touch of mindfulness. It gives you an invitation to pause, ponder and know about two of the world's greatest cultures through my eyes. Join the Newsletter- https://tinyurl.com/3kw9k7ky Support my work- https://tinyurl.com/44xeup6v Email- info@ishitasood.com Website- https://ishitasood.com/

  1. 6D AGO

    The Indian Habit of Overgiving vs The Italian Art of Saying No

    In this episode of The Italophilia Podcast, I reflect on the Indian habit of over giving and the Italian comfort with saying no. Through my experiences as a seasoned traveler in Italy and as an Indian professional working with Italian clients, the reflection begins with Ferragosto, a mid-August holiday in Italy when cities slow down, offices close, and life pauses. Coming from India, where availability is a default setting, I explore how Italian work culture about holding warmth and boundaries at the same time. If you love the episode do consider supporting the show ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect: info@ishitasood.com

    5 min

  2. FEB 6

    Italy, Fashion and the Feeling of Not Being Enough

    Italy is often called the most fashionable country in the world - but travelling through Italy teaches you that moda italiana is about much more than clothes. In this reflective episode, I talk about fashion in Italy beyond Milan and how being surrounded by effortless style can sometimes make you feel not enough. If you love Italophilia, please do consider supporting the show ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect: info@ishitasood.com

    5 min

  3. JAN 31

    If I Were to Do My First Italy Trip Again

    In this reflective episode of The Italophilia Podcast, I look back at my very first trip to Italy, moving quickly from North to South and share what time and distance have taught me since. From slowing down and staying longer in one place, to spending more intentionally on local Italian food -this episode is about learning to travel Italy more mindfully. If you’re planning your first Italy trip, remembering your own early travels, or simply drawn to thoughtful stories about Italy, this episode is for you!

    5 min

  4. JAN 28 · BONUS

    Bonus Episode: Venice and How I'd Do It Differently

    This is a bonus episode on Venice, a city I first visited in 2013, and one I’ve returned to with very different eyes. In this short episode, I share how my relationship with Venice has evolved over time and how I would travel again to the most serene city with a slower intentional pace. I reflect on why Venice asks you to slow down, why it needs to be seen at different times of the day, and how age, timing, and experience completely change how you travel. This is a quiet love letter to the city and I hope you enjoy it!

    5 min

  5. JAN 24

    My Best Italian Encounters with Strangers

    Some of my strongest memories of Italy aren’t places - they’re people! In this episode of The Italophilia Podcast, I share these quiet and unexpected encounters with strangers that made Italy feel human, safe, and unforgettable. Thank you for tuning in! If you love the show, you can show your support here

    7 min

  6. JAN 17

    Italy and the Art of Being Alone

    Solo travel in Italy isn’t always picture-perfect - the constant stares, the silence after 6 PM, the empty palazzi, the haunting beauty of small towns. In this episode of The Italophilia Podcast, I explore the real, layered experience of being alone in Italy as a woman, and how solitude really shaped me! If you love the podcast, I'd love your support here

    9 min

  7. JAN 10

    Italian Words That Changed Me

    Magari, piano piano, meraviglia....…This episode isn’t about learning Italian - it’s about the Italian words and feelings that changed me. These are words I truly love and I really hope you enjoy them too. If you love the podcast, I would be grateful if you support the show here For discussions, suggestions and feedback please write to info@ishitasood.com

    8 min

  8. JAN 3

    Rome & Shimla: The Strange Similarities Nobody Talks About

    What do Rome in Italy and Shimla in India have in common?? More than you think! Seven hills, old-world charm, political significance, walkable streets and a shared sense of nostalgia. In this reflective episode, I talk about two cities I dearly love, that feel unexpectedly alike! Email for suggestions and feedback: info@ishitasood.com Support Italophilia here

    8 min
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The Italophilia Podcast is a reflective space where India and Italy meet. Each episode is recorded as it is - unedited, without music and without frills. This podcast is about Italian travel, language, and culture with a touch of mindfulness. It gives you an invitation to pause, ponder and know about two of the world's greatest cultures through my eyes. Join the Newsletter- https://tinyurl.com/3kw9k7ky Support my work- https://tinyurl.com/44xeup6v Email- info@ishitasood.com Website- https://ishitasood.com/

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  • Creator
    Ishita Sood
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Ishita Sood
  • Show Website
    The Italophilia Podcast