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A History of Italy

A History of Italy

Join history buff, Mike Corradi on a journey through time as he unfolds the rich tapestry of the Italian peninsula's history. This chronological story starts with the dramatic collapse of the Western Roman Empire and leads you through the most iconic events, influential figures, and cultural milestones that have shaped Italy into what we see today.

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Great stuff!

"Clear and entertaining. Love the special episodes!"

HelenRayCA | Feb. 15, 2024

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Ned Snark | July 26, 2023

Well researched with a sense of humor

"Well researched with a sense of humor and personality is exactly what I want from a history podcast. Plus the episodes are a good length. Not too long for my limited attention span!"

her half of history | May 11, 2023

"Interesting and witty episodes of the perfect length. Don’t miss this podcast (or Mike’s family helping out with the skits at the end of the episodes!). Practically perfect in every way! "

Helenka Kinnan | May 6, 2023

Must-Listen: A History of Italy

"Absolutely captivating! 'A History of Italy' is a fascinating and well-researched journey through the rich and complex history of this beautiful country. The host's passion and enthusiasm for the sub…"

Murdrak | Feb. 15, 2023
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167 - The Italian Wars 4 - Charles has left the building
April 23, 2024

167 - The Italian Wars 4 - Charles has left the building

Charles VIII of France is on his way out as king Ferrandino of Naples, along with Gonzalo de Cordoba, are gradually taking back the kingdom. Meanwhile Charles is headed off by the Holy League of Venice at the town of Fornovo…
166 - The Italian Wars 3 - finally Naples… for a bit (1495)
April 9, 2024

166 - The Italian Wars 3 - finally Naples… for a bit (1495)

Charles VIII of France finally managed to get to Naples , but doesn't hang around long, the players on the Italian scene feel he has worn out his welcome and Venice, Milan, the pope, Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian and Ferdina…
Special - The Gulf of poets: Byron, Keats and Shelly in Italy
March 26, 2024

Special - The Gulf of poets: Byron, Keats and Shelly in Italy

A chance visit to the beautiful Ligurian town of Porto Venere , staying in a 900 year-old tower, Torre Capitolar e ( https://www.capitolare.com/ ) gave us the opportunity to meet not only with medieval history, the Republic …
165 - The Borgias are the bosses (1492 - 1497)
March 19, 2024

165 - The Borgias are the bosses (1492 - 1497)

After his election as pope Alecander VI Rodrigo Borgia gets straight down to business, sorting out the lawlessness in Rome, tinkering with the delicate national balance with the Duchy of Milan, the Republics of Florence and …
Special - Lucrezia Borgia
March 5, 2024

Special - Lucrezia Borgia

To celebrate the "A History of Italy" podcast joining the "Sentire" media network (sentire.media), we take a look at one of the most maligned women in history, Lucrezia Borgia . By the 20th century, her reputation was turned…
Special - Caterina of Siena
March 5, 2024

Special - Caterina of Siena

To celebrate A History of Italy of joining the Sentire podcast network ( sentire.media ) we go back to visit with a peculiar young girl who went from early, rather graphic and violent religious visions to become one of the m…
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About the Host

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Mike Corradi

Host

Mike Corradi is an Anglo-Italian, born in the northern Piedmont region of Italy and brought up between the UK and the USA.
He has a degree in languages in literature, with a minor in History which has become his passion as he teaches English as his day job.

He also creates audio tours of Italian cities on the VoiceMap app.

He lives in the Emilia Romagna region with his wife and two children whose comedic acting skills you can find in the sketches that accompany the episodes.

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