Season 1
Feb. 18, 2024
Ep. 53 - Exploring Venice's Wooden Wonderland: Inside the Craft of Handmade Toys & Souvenirs - A chat with Signor Blum
Embark on a journey through time and tradition in our latest podcast episode! Join us for an engaging interview with Matteo, Guido, and Luca from Signor Blum, the beloved shop in Venice where heritage meets innovation. Disc…
Feb. 11, 2024
Ep.52 - Navigating Sustainability in the Floating City with Greener EU - Unveiling Digital Solutions for Venice's Future - A chat with Isabella Mavellia from Greener Eu
Join us in this new episode of Venice Talks as we dive into the innovative world of sustainable development with Isabella Mavellia, the visionary founder of Greener EU, a groundbreaking startup dedicated to weaving digital s…
Feb. 4, 2024
Ep.51 -Venetian Elegance Unveiled: A Stylish Conversation with Instagram Fashion Influencer Ana Liliana
Dive into the enchanting world of fashion and Venetian charm with our latest podcast episode featuring the captivating Ana Liliana. Join us in a heartfelt conversation as Ana shares her journey from Romania to Venice, unrave…
Jan. 28, 2024
Ep.50 - From Dream to Reality: Instagram Sensation's Journey to Venice - A chat with Gillian Longworth McGuire from Gillian Knows Best
In this episode, Monica engages in a conversation with Gillian Longworth McGuire from Gillian Knows Best. Dive into the enchanting world of Venice with renowned Instagrammer Gillian Longworth McGuire on this captivating epis…
Jan. 21, 2024
Ep.49 - Venice Unveiled: Navigating 2024's Cultural Gems - A chat with Romena Brugnerotto from RomInVenice
Dive into the magic of Venice! From the grandeur of Carnival 2024 to the historic celebrations marking 700 years since Marco Polo's legacy, this episode is your exclusive guide to what's hot in Venice this year. Join the con…
Dec. 31, 2023
Ep.48 - Unlocking Enchantment: Delving into the Secrets of Venice with Veneto Secrets. A chat with Lavinia Colonna Preti from Veneto Secrets
In this episode, Monica engages in a conversation with Lavinia Colonna Preti, the founder of Veneto Secrets. Veneto Secrets is a pioneering guide that aims to introduce individuals to the finest hidden gems of Veneto. Throug…
Dec. 24, 2023
Ep.47 - Stage Revival: Breathing Life into Venice's Historic San Cassiano Theatre. A chat with Paul Atkin from Teatro San Cassiano
In this episode, Monica engages in a conversation with Paul Atkin from Teatro San Cassiano, a project focused on reconstructing the original Teatro San Cassiano of 1637. The aim of this project is to revive historically-info…
Nov. 19, 2023
Ep.46 - Carved Elegance: Exploring the Artistry of Cameos and Coral Jewelry in Venice. A chat with Marco Jovon from Gioielleria Eredi Jovon
In this episode Monica is talking to Marco Jovon from Gioielleria Eredi Jovon. Marco and his family operate a prestigious jewellery shop nestled on the iconic Rialto Bridge in Venice. With a specialization in crafting exquis…
Nov. 12, 2023
Ep.45 - Illustrated Vistas: Unveiling the Art of Architectural Discovery in Venice. A chat with Cristina Cappellari from Studio Saòr
In this episode Monica is talking Cristina Cappellari from Studio Saòr. Studio Saor is a dedicated team of Venetian passionate observers who possess a deep love for urban environments. With a background in architecture and u…
Nov. 5, 2023
Ep.44 - Responsible Wanderer: Navigating Venice with Ethical Footprints. A chat with Matteo Secchi from Venessia.com
In this episode Monica is talking to Matteo Secchi from Venessia.com. Venessia.com is an apolitical and non-profit association comprising residents of Venice. With a commitment to addressing the city's issues, their primary …
Sept. 10, 2023
Ep.43 - Feast Through Time: Unraveling the Historic Ancient Cuisine of Venice. A chat with Sergio Fragiacomo, owner of the Historic restaurant of Bistrot De Venise in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Sergio Fragiacomo, owner of the Historic restaurant of Bistrot De Venise in Venice. We talked about ancient historic Venetian cuisine, its origins, about the history of the restaurant, ab…
Sept. 3, 2023
Ep.42 - Harmony for a Cause: Jazz Rhythms and Charitable Notes in the Canals of Venice. A chat with the Women For Freedom
In this episode Monica is talking to Sara Memo and Elena Ferrarese respectively Project Manager and Communication Manager of Women For Freedom, an Italian charity organisation dedicated to help women around the world.We talk…
Aug. 13, 2023
Ep.41 - Savoring Venice: A Culinary Journey Through the Heart of Venetian Cuisine. Let's talk about Venetian Cuisine and what to eat in Venice
In this episode Monica, as Cook In Venice, is talking about the evolution of Venetian cuisine, what to eat when in Venice, about the new book Andar Per Bacari and she also gives some recipes, like the one for Baccalà Manteca…
July 30, 2023
Ep.40 - Crafting Brilliance: Exploring the Art of Venetian Glass Beads – A UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in Venice. A chat with the Committee for the Safeguarding of the Art of Venetian Glass Beads
In this episode Monica is talking to Marisa Convento and Alessia Fuga, respectively president and vice-president of the Committee for the Safeguarding of the Art of Venetian Glass Beads. We talked about the history of this a…
July 16, 2023
Ep.39 - Venetian Artistry: Journeying Through Historic Havens of Renowned Artists, with a Glimpse into Peggy Guggenheim's Legacy. A chat with Renato Carrain, Venetian hotelier from All'Angelo Art Hotel in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Renato Carrain, Venetian hotelier from Angelo Art Hotel in Venice. All' Angelo Art hotel is an hotel with a difference: art is at the forefront. For countless years, art has been the undi…
June 25, 2023
Ep.38 - Venice Unveiled: Your Questions Answered in a Q&A Extravaganza episode about Venice
In this episode Monica answers questions received through social medias about Venice. Let's discover about the depth of canals, about do & don'ts in the city and much more. Are you ready for a Venetian adventure like no othe…
June 18, 2023
Ep.37 - Glimpses of Grandeur: Exploring the Uniqueness of Museo di Palazzo Grimani in Venice. A chat with Valeria Finocchi, director of Museo di Palazzo Grimani in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Valeria Finocchi, director of Museo di Palazzo Grimani in Venice. Museo di Palazzo Grimani is a Venetian palace, a one of a kind building in the city of water. With Valeria we discovered …
June 11, 2023
Ep.36 - Treasures of Time: Unveiling the Antique Splendors within the Ghetto of Venice. A chat with Maria Gabriella Emiliani from Antichità al Ghetto in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Maria Gabriella Emiliani from Antichità al Ghetto in Venice, an antiquity lover's dream. Opened in 2006, this true Aladdin's cave is located a stone's throw from the Ponte delle Guglie, i…
May 29, 2023
Ep.35 - Sipping Sustainability: Venice Tap Water's Ripple Effect on Reducing Plastic Bottle Waste. A chat with Marco Capovilla founder of Venice Tap Water
In this episode Monica is talking to Marco Capovilla, founder of Venice Tap Water, a project dedicated to bring awareness to the problem of the use of plastic bottles in Venice. You can drink the water in Venice by using the…
May 21, 2023
Ep.34 - Venice's Silent Canvases: Centuries of Graffiti as Ancient Urban Art. A chat with Desi Marangon & Alberto Toso Fei about I Graffiti Di Venezia
In this episode Monica is talking to Desi Marangon & Alberto Toso Fei about I Graffiti Di Venezia, a book which investigates over 6,000 antique graffiti in the city of Venice. We discovered the oldest graffiti in the city, t…
May 14, 2023
Ep.33 - Culinary Serenade: Exploring Venetian Cuisine through Local Ingredients and Homemade Delights.A chat with Cesare Benelli from historic restaurant Al Covo in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Cesare Benelli, chef and owner of the historic restaurant Al Covo in Venice. We talked about a great new initiative called Osti in Orto, an association of local Venetian restaurateurs ded…
May 7, 2023
Ep.32 - Venice Unveiled: A Foreigner's Journey into La Serenissima's Enchanting Labyrinth. A chat with Cecelia Pierotti, American musician
In this episode Monica is talking to Cecelia Pierotti, American musician, who in 2019 moved to Venice as a resident. We talked about the difficulty of moving to Italy from a point of view of the logistics but also what it me…
April 23, 2023
Ep.31 - Ocean Space Unveiled: A Deep Dive into Venice's Planetary Hub for Exhibitions, Research, and Public Engagement. A chat with Markus Reymann, director & co-founder of Ocean Space
In this episode Monica is talking to Markus Reymann, director & co-founder of Ocean Space. Ocean Space , located in the church of San Lorenzo in Venice, a planetary center for exhibitions, research and public programs cataly…
April 2, 2023
Ep.30 - Whispers of the Past: Navigating Venice Through History and Anecdotes. A chat with Alessandro Marzo Magno, Venetian writer & journalist
In this episode Monica is talking to Alessandro Marzo Magno, Venetian writer & journalist about the history and anecdotes of Venice. Graduated in Venetian history at the University of Venice, he is the author of 20 books and…