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Uncovering Authentic Italian Food

"Stop Italian Sounding: Uncovering Authentic Italian Food," hosted by Robert Campana, is a show for all enthusiasts of real Italian food and beverage. This show explores Italian food legends, history, and traditions, while simultaneously offering important tips and insightful interviews with industr...

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An Asset to All!

"Robert is incredible and is truly an asset to all Italian Americans and people who love and appreciate Italian and Italian American cuisine. In the day and age of processed food and hidden labels and…"

Nick Cozz | April 1, 2024

Depth and knowledgeable

"Great podcast and very informative, I was completely unaware of so many things that this pod has educated me about and it has grown my love even more for my heritage."

Patrick | May 23, 2024

Watched every episode!!

"You’ve done a great job with these podcasts. Like your posts they are short but packed with information!! I drove up the East coast and listen to them all. When I got around to leaving a review I was…"

Mark Gambardella | May 23, 2024

New & refreshing

"Very cool. I always learn a little something new & the things I know are happy refreshers."

Thaliea | May 23, 2024

That perfect something extra.

"This isn't just your standard informational podcast. It gives you details behind what makes Italy, it's culture and food unique, special and deserving of the world's attention. With the information p…"

Heather | May 23, 2024

Uncovering Authentic Italian Food

"I absolutely love it. I was raised in an Italian family .This podcast has shown me thing about I grew up with,And something’s I never knew . I would suggest this podcast to all Italians and non…"

Ron Carbone | May 24, 2024

Amazing Podcast

"The official podcast of Stop Italian Sounding provides valuable insight into authentic Italian cuisine by clearly and concisely detailing Italy’s rich tradition, history, and culture. If you are look…"

Ant_740 | June 17, 2024

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March 13, 2026

Zeppole vs Sfince: The Sweet Traditions of St. Joseph’s Day

On March 19th, Italians celebrate St. Joseph’s Day—and the feast comes with iconic pastries. But depending on where you are in Italy, the traditional dessert can look very different. In this episode, we explore the difference...

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March 6, 2026

Why Italy Is Famous for Coffee… Even Without Growing It

Italy is synonymous with espresso, cappuccino, and the perfect morning brew with the moka pot — but here’s the twist: Italy doesn’t grow coffee beans. In this episode, we explore how Italians turned imported beans into an ico...

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Feb. 27, 2026

Sanremo isn’t just about music... It’s good food too

While the world tunes in to the Sanremo Music Festival, this episode takes you behind the scenes to explore the city’s traditional foods. From Sardenaira, the iconic flatbread topped with anchovies and olives, to Trofie al Pe...

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Feb. 20, 2026

First Friday of Lent: Meatless Italian Traditions

What do Italians eat on the first Friday of Lent? No meat—but definitely no shortage of flavor. In this episode, we explore Italy’s meatless traditions, from classic fish dishes like baccalà to the plant-based brilliance of c...

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Feb. 13, 2026

Food at 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics

We are in the middle of the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics in Italy—but what do athletes and locals eat in the host towns? In this episode, we take a culinary tour of Milan, Cortina d’Ampezzo, Bormio, Livigno, Predazzo, ...

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Feb. 6, 2026

Italy’s “Food Police” — Why Some Foods Are Worth Protecting

Italy has a dedicated food police—and it tells us a lot about how seriously the country takes food. In this episode, I explain who the "Carabinieri per la Tutela Agroalimentare" are, what they do, and how they differ from Ita...

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About the Host

Robert Campana

Host

Robert Campana has a Bachelors degree in education at Montclair State University and is a certified Italian and Spanish high school teacher. In 2020, Robert earned a Master's in International Business from the Cattolica University of Milan, where he delivered a research project on the economic impact of Italian-sounding cheeses in the US.

This project inspired him to start “Stop Italian Sounding” – a social media initiative whose mission is to educate consumers about how to recognize real Italian products vs “Italian sounding” food and beverage products.

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Recent Episodes

Zeppole vs Sfince: The Sweet Traditions of St. Joseph’s Day

Why Italy Is Famous for Coffee… Even Without Growing It

Sanremo isn’t just about music... It’s good food too

First Friday of Lent: Meatless Italian Traditions

Food at 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics

Italy’s “Food Police” — Why Some Foods Are Worth Protecting

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