Episodes
July 24, 2025
S3 Ep.15 - The Whole Story, Saving Venice: A Conversation with Erica Hill from CNN
In this special episode of Venice Talks , Monica sits down with journalist and CNN anchor Erica Hill, who recently hosted the powerful documentary Saving Venice as part of The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper . Together, they...
July 10, 2025
S3 Ep.14 - Saving Il Nuovo Trionfo: A Boat, A City, A Dream - A chat with Martino Rizzi
In this new episode of Venice Talks , Monica Cesarato steps aboard Il Nuovo Trionfo and speaks with Martino Rizzi , one of the founding members of the Compagnia della Marineria Tradizionale Il Nuovo Trionfo . Together, they r...
July 3, 2025
S3 Ep.13 - From Piazza San Marco: Designing Dreams in Precious Metal. A chat with Valeria Boncompagni
In this episode of Venice Talks , Monica Cesarato sits down with Valeria Boncompagni , the creative force behind one of Venice’s most intimate and soulful jewelry ateliers. Nestled under the arcades of Piazza San Marco, Valer...
June 26, 2025
S3 Ep.12 - When Art Pollinates a City. A chat with Judi Harvest
In this captivating episode of Venice Talks , Monica sits down with internationally renowned artist Judi Harvest to explore the luminous, layered world she has built between Murano’s glass furnaces and Venice’s buzzing garden...
June 12, 2025
S3 Ep.11 - From the UK to the Canals of Venice building boats
In this evocative episode of Venice Talks , Monica speaks to Laura Pritchard , a British-born artisan who swapped the foggy landscapes of the UK for the light and tides of Venice. Today, Laura is one of the few women working ...
June 5, 2025
S3 Ep.10 - The Last Dockyard Brotherhood: Stories from Venice’s Mutual Aid Society
In this episode of Venice Talks , we sit down with Cesare Peris , president of the historic Società di Mutuo Soccorso fra Carpentieri e Calafati , a unique Venetian institution rooted in solidarity, shipbuilding, and memory. ...
May 22, 2025
S3 Ep.9 - NoCDA – The Venetian Movement Against the Access Fee | Interview with Alessandro Tonin
Join us on Venice Talks as we dive deep into the story behind NoCDA (No Contributo D’Accesso a Venezia) , the grassroots movement formed by Venetians standing against the controversial tourist access fee. In this episode, Mon...
May 1, 2025
S3 Ep.8 - Unveiling the Secrets of Murano Glass with Historian Michele Zampedri
In this fascinating new episode of Venice Talks , we dive deep into the rich history and artistry of Murano glass with Michele Zampedri, a renowned historian and expert on the subject from Vivarini srl , a amous furnace in Mu...
April 10, 2025
S3 Ep.7 - Living Venetian History: A Costume Adventure in Venice with Venice Dress up Experience
In this exciting new episode of Venice Talks , I had the pleasure of sitting down with Leontine Hamer , the creative mind behind the Venice Dress Up Experience . This incredible experience allows you to step into the world of...
Feb. 27, 2025
S3 Ep.6 - Making Italy Home – Insights for a Smooth Transition with Smart Move Italy
In this episode of Venice Talks , Monica sits down with Samantha Wilson, the founder of Smart Move Italy, to discuss the realities of moving and living in Italy. With years of experience helping expats transition smoothly, Sa...
Feb. 20, 2025
S3 Ep.5 - Mano a Mano: Reviving Venetian Craftsmanship with The Place of Wonders & Londra Palace Venezia
In this episode of Venice Talks , Monica explores Mano a Mano , an inspiring initiative that bridges tradition and innovation in Venetian craftsmanship. Joining us are Michela Canzi Babini , Director of The Place of Wonders F...
Feb. 13, 2025
S3 Ep.4 - Unmasking Venice Carnival 2025: What’s New, What’s Next with Fabrizio D'Oria, Chief Operating Officer at Vela S.p.A
In this special episode of Venice Talks , Monica sits down with Fabrizio d'Oria, Chief Operating Officer of Vela Spa , the organization behind the Venice Carnival. Discover what goes into planning one of the world’s most icon...
Feb. 6, 2025
S3 Ep.3 - Crafting with Purpose - A Conversation with Stefania Giannici of Paperoowl
In this episode of Venice Talks , Monica sits down with Stefania Giannici, founder of Paperoowl, to explore the world of eco-friendly paper products. We dive into how Stefania ensures her creations respect both the environmen...
Jan. 30, 2025
S3 Ep.2 - Venice Carnival 2025, Entry Tax & Literary Gems with Romena Brugnerotto
In this exciting episode of Venice Talks , Monica sits down with Romena Brugnerotto, the brilliant mind behind RominVenice . Together, they explore some of the most talked-about topics in Venice today. Key Highlights: 🎭 Venic...
Jan. 23, 2025
Shaping Venice: In Conversation with Councillor Simone Venturini
Join Monica for an insightful episode of Venice Talks as she sits down with Simone Venturini, Councillor for Social Cohesion, Residence Policies, Economic Development, Work, and Tourism. In this engaging discussion, they expl...
Dec. 19, 2024
S2 Ep.31 - The Magic of Venice: Fashion, Art, and Il Ballo del Doge. A chat with Antonia Sautter
n this enchanting episode of Venice Talks , Monica sits down with the incomparable Antonia Sautter, a Venetian icon and creative force. From her intricate fashion designs to her visionary events, Antonia has become a symbol o...
Dec. 12, 2024
S2 Ep.30 - Xmas Special Edition - A Venetian Christmas Feast: Recipes, History & Festive Traditions
Get ready to celebrate the holidays Venetian-style in this festive episode of Venice Talks ! Monica takes you on a delightful journey through the flavors, traditions, and stories of Christmas in Venice, presenting a complete ...
Dec. 5, 2024
S2 Ep.29 - Fair B&B: Redefining Travel. A chat with Emanuele Dal Carlo
In this episode of Venice Talks , Monica sits down with Emanuele Dal Carlo, co-founder of Fair B&B, to discuss sustainable travel and its impact on local communities. 🌟 Key Highlights : How Fair B&B was born and the inspirati...
Nov. 28, 2024
S2 Ep.28 - Challenges Facing Venice's Lagoon: Insights from a Leading Researcher
In this episode of Venice Talks , Monica interviews Luca Zaggia, a first researcher and professor from the Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche - Istituto di Geoscienze e Georisorse (IGG-CNR) in Italy. They explore the urgent e...
Oct. 3, 2024
S2 Ep.27 - Unveiling Venice's Past: Insights from Venetian Historian Pieralvise Zorzi
In this episode of Venice Talks , Monica sits down with Pieralvise Zorzi, a renowned Venetian journalist, writer, and historian, whose lineage is rooted in one of Venice’s oldest families. Together, they explore the rich hist...
Sept. 12, 2024
S2 Ep.26 - Venice Through Cocktails: Exploring Mixology with Venice Cocktail Tours
In this episode of Venice Talks , Monica chats with Romena Brugnerotto and Susan Schwartz from Venice Cocktail Tours about their innovative new tours dedicated to Venice's rich cocktail and mixology scene. Together, they expl...
Sept. 5, 2024
S2 Ep.25 - Venice Noir: A New Chapter in the City's Literary Legacy with David Hewson
In this episode of Venice Talks , Monica sits down with David Hewson, a renowned British author known for his gripping mystery novels, to discuss the upcoming literary event, Venice Noir . Set against the enchanting backdrop ...
Aug. 29, 2024
S2 Ep.24 - Rehub: Upcycling Murano's Glass Waste with Matteo Silverio
In this episode of Venice Talks , Monica sits down with Matteo Silverio from Rehub Glass to explore how they are revolutionizing the upcycling of Murano's non-recyclable glass waste. Rehub's innovative approach transforms dis...
Aug. 22, 2024
S2 Ep.23 - Exploring Venice Sustainably: A Journey Through the Lagoon with Deep Blue
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica chats with Francesco Pannoli, the visionary behind Deep Blue, a company dedicated to organizing boat tours in the Venetian lagoon. Key highlights from the conversation include: - Sustai...