Best Italian Grammar Podcasts (2025)

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#210: How to Use "Finché", "Finché Non", and "Fino A" in Italian 6:16

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These three little Italian expressions "finché", "finché non", and "fino a" look and sound similar, and even translate in similar ways, but each has its own distinct use. Learning their differences helps you avoid mistakes and speak correctly in Italian. Start learning Italian today! 1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.co…

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News In Slow Italian #660- Italian News, Grammar, and Expressions 10:27

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Come sempre, iniziamo il nostro programma con l’attualità. La prima notizia riguarda il vertice della Shanghai Cooperation Organization, che ha messo in evidenza l’unità tra i leader di Cina, India e Russia. Nella seconda storia parleremo dell’80º anniversario della resa del Giappone, un evento che segnò l’inizio di un’epoca di alleanze e di libero…

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👀 Bonus Episode 07B Preview - Italian Emotions, Shadows, and Sudden Turns 2:39

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Send me a text 🎧 Bonus Episode 07B Preview – Emotions, Shadows, and Sudden Turns – Chap 2 Part 1 In Bonus Episode 7A, we already opened the door to Chapter 2 with two free categories of vocabulary. Now, in this short preview of 7B, Antonio steps in with his usual energy… and even takes a little initiative of his own. You’ll get a taste of the atmos…

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News In Slow Italian #663- Easy Italian Radio 9:36

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Apriamo la prima parte del programma con alcune riflessioni sul discorso del Presidente Trump all’Assemblea delle Nazioni Unite. Le sue parole hanno suscitato profondo scalpore per le critiche rivolte all'ONU, alla gestione europea della migrazione e per aver definito il cambiamento climatico una “bufala” e una “truffa”. Proseguiremo con la notizia…

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#570 | DOGE | Elon Musk's Quest to Shrink the US Government 28:40

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The Department of Governmental Efficiency, otherwise known as DOGE, was a radical plan to cut government waste and reduce spending. Where did the idea come from? How did it work? And crucially, did it do what it set out to do? Background to DOGE: Department of Governmental Efficiency Controversial email to federal employees Elon Musk's influence an…

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Conversations and Insults | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep23 48:21

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WARNING: this episode contains Italian insults and may not be suitable for sensitive ears! In the last episode of this season, we graduate from survival Italian into conversation starters so that we can make lasting friendships. Elisa also confesses the not-so-well-loved traits of her fellow Italians and gives us a healthy list of Italian insults a…

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🛠️ Bonus Episode 07A - Emotions, Shadows, and Sudden Turns - Chap 2 Part 1 16:49

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Send me a text 🎧 Bonus Episode 07A – Emotions, Shadows, and Sudden Turns – Chap 2 Part 1 In this first half of our vocabulary gateway into Chapter 2: Mysterious Encounters at the Station, we begin exploring the words that set the scene. Together with Antonio, we look at the first two categories you will need to follow the suspense: --> Vocabulary F…

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News In Slow Italian #662- Intermediate Italian Weekly Program 11:01

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La notizia dell’uccisione di Charlie Kirk ha scioccato molte persone negli Stati Uniti, e non solo. Questa terribile tragedia susciterà un’ondata di vendetta o di riconciliazione nel Paese? I primi segnali non lasciano pensare che gli Stati Uniti siano sulla strada del dialogo. A seguire, parleremo delle richieste avanzate da Trump a tutti i Paesi …

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[From The Vault 🔐] Teflon’s Toxic Secret | The Hidden Cost of a Non-Stick Pan 24:49

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From The Vault 🔐 — normally a member-only episode, unlocked this month for everyone. -- It's a gripping battle of David vs. Goliath: a cattle farmer and a lawyer against DuPont, a massive chemical company. Discover how Rob Bilott uncovered a shocking environmental scandal, battled corporate giants, and revealed the hidden dangers of the "forever ch…

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#209: How to Conjugate Reflexive Verbs in the Future Tense 6:04

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In Italian, reflexive verbs express actions that a person performs on themselves. To conjugate reflexive verbs in the future tense, drop the “-si” of the infinitive, add the future tense ending, and place the reflexive pronoun before the verb. Start learning Italian today! 1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.com/209 2. Do…

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Tech, WiFi and Phones in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep22 27:48

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In today’s episode, we learn about WiFi, data plans, phones and staying connected while in Italy. We also practice asking for email addresses, passwords, phone numbers and internet access. But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subscribe to our premium online course. You’ll get: A phone-friendly & clickable PDF of…

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Mini Episode 07 – The Moment It Happened: Passato Prossimo in Action 9:26

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Send me a text 🎙 Welcome to We learn Italian step by step / Impariamo l’italiano piano pian 🎧 Mini Episode 07 – The Moment It Happened: Passato Prossimo in Action In this mini episode, we take a closer look at how the passato prossimo works on its own and alongside the imperfetto. First, we review the building blocks of the tense and practice with …

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News In Slow Italian #661- Intermediate Italian Weekly Program 9:25

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Come sempre, iniziamo il nostro programma parlando di attualità. L’argomento della nostra prima notizia riguarda la proposta di rinominare il Dipartimento della Difesa degli Stati Uniti in “Dipartimento della Guerra”. Continueremo, poi, con una disputa storica di lunga data tra Ucraina e Polonia, finalmente risolta tra i due paesi. Seguirà la discu…

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#567 | Ross Ulbricht & The Silk Road | Drugs, Bitcoin & Digital Outlaws 23:13

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Was Ross Ulbricht a visionary pioneer or a dangerous criminal? In part one of our series on "Young American Outlaws", we explore the rise and fall of the Silk Road and how Ulbricht's life sentence, followed by a 2025 presidential pardon, sparked fierce debate over freedom, technology, and the role of government. Ross Ulbricht's LinkedIn clue The co…

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#208: Irregular Masculine Words Ending in "-Ma" 5:48

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Some Italian nouns, coming from Greek, ending in "-ma" look feminine but are actually masculine. Recognizing this special group helps you avoid common mistakes like "la problema" instead of the correct word "il problema". Start learning Italian today! 1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.com/208 2. Download the Italian Ver…

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Safety and Theft in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep21 34:10

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In today’s episode, we discuss tips to keep ourselves and our valuables safe while visiting Italy, and how to avoid theft and pickpocketing, with a special section on women’s safety. Just in case, we also practice a dialogue to ask for help and Elisa tells us about Italy’s various law enforcement agencies. But to get the most out of Italian for Tra…

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Mini Episode 6 – Maybe, If Only, Hopefully… Magari! An Italian Language Journey 11:42

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Send me a text 🎙 Welcome to We Learn Italian Step by Step / Impariamo l’italiano piano piano 🎧 Mini Episode 6 – Learn Italian with Magari, Rimbocchiamoci, and Studenti Saggi In this mini episode, we dive into three memorable pieces of Italian. First, the tiny but powerful word magari, which can mean maybe, hopefully, or even if only. Next, we roll …

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#207: Il Mercato e il Supermercato in Italia (Italian Only) 6:46

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In Italia, la spesa si può fare sia al mercato che al supermercato. Nei mercati si trovano prodotti freschi, tipici e locali, ed è anche un momento di incontro sociale, soprattutto nelle piazze cittadine. I supermercati, invece, sono presenti ovunque e offrono più varietà. Start learning Italian today! 1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https:…

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Pharmacies and Medical Emergencies | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep20 30:35

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In today’s episode, Elisa gives us vocabulary and cultural tips to help us prepare for any unexpected health hiccups while we’re traveling in Italy. We also learn how to ask for help with a long list of illnesses, body parts and medications, just in case. But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subscribe to our pre…

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Mini Episode 05 – Imperfetto Rebels: Irregular Verbs & Fishy Proverbs 17:21

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Send me a text 🎧 Mini Episode 05 – Imperfetto Rebels: Irregular Verbs & Fishy Proverbs In this mini episode of Impariamo l’italiano piano piano, we turn to the “celebrities” of the imperfetto: irregular verbs. From essere, always stealing the spotlight, to fare, dire, and bere, we’ll break down their stems and show you how they fit into everyday st…

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News In Slow Italian #659- Italian News, Grammar, and Expressions 11:42

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Free "Linguistica" App For over a decade we have been sharing free episodes wherever you listen to podcasts as part of our commitment to accessible language learning. Now, millions of downloads later, we want to offer you more. We just launched the Linguistica app which features free weekly articles in every level along with their interactive trans…

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#565 | How I Make Podcast Episodes 23:37

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Ever wondered how the (podcast) sausage is made? In this slightly "meta" episode, I reveal the step-by-step process to make an episode of English Learning for Curious Minds. Choosing podcast topics: interest, timelessness, and neutrality Avoiding controversial topics and current affairs Researching topics through books, articles, and data Writing f…

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#206: The Difference Between "Qualsiasi" and "Chiunque" in Italian 6:18

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The Italian words "qualsiasi" and "chiunque" are both indefinite, but they’re used in different ways. "Qualsiasi" is an adjective, usually used before a noun. "Chiunque" is a pronoun and it's used with verbs. Start learning Italian today! 1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.com/206 2. Download the Italian Verb Conjugation…

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Markets in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep19 31:32

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In today’s episode, we talk about one of our favorite parts of Italian life – the outdoor market – as well as grocery stores. Elisa gives us extensive vocabulary and cultural tips about what to buy, how and when to bargain, and that it’s usually NOT acceptable to touch the produce. But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our websi…

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Mini Episode 04 – Regular Verbs in the Imperfetto: Conjugations & Clues 15:37

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Send me a text In this mini episode, we shine the spotlight on regular verbs in the imperfetto. Together, we’ll walk through new examples from all three verb groups (-are, -ere, and -ire), practice their conjugations, and see how they flow naturally in everyday sentences. But it’s not just about charts and endings. Antonio also brings along a few p…

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News In Slow Italian #658- Easy Italian Radio 10:06

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Iniziamo la prima parte del programma parlando dei tentativi di porre fine alla guerra in Ucraina. Gli sforzi congiunti del Presidente degli Stati Uniti e dei leader europei riusciranno davvero a portare ad un accordo di pace? Proseguiremo, poi, con un dibattito sulle critiche sollevate dall’estrema destra nell’UE riguardo all’assegnazione di oltre…

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#205: Common Meanings of the Italian Verb "Trovare" 5:54

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The common Italian verb "trovare" is versatile and has four main meanings depending on context, with the most common meaning being "to find". Start learning Italian today! 1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.com/205 2. Download the Italian Verb Conjugation Blueprint: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/freebieverbblueprint⁠⁠⁠ 3. Subscribe …

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Shopping in Boutiques | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep18 25:52

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In today’s episode, we talk about the beautiful things money *can* buy in Italy’s department stores, artisanal shops and boutiques. Elisa also shares tips about typical store hours, VAT refunds and lots of vocabulary so you can literally shop til you drop all your Euros! But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subs…

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Mini Episode 3 - From Wolves to Formal You in Everyday Italian 19:47

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Send me a text 🎧 Mini Episode 3 – From Wolves to Formal You in Everyday Italian In this mini episode, we revisit three everyday Italian expressions that popped up in Episode 2 of our story - each one revealing something unique about how Italians communicate. You’ll learn: How Italians wish you good luck with In bocca al lupo! What una bella sfida r…

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News In Slow Italian #657- Easy Italian Radio 11:21

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La prima parte della puntata di oggi sarà dedicata all’attualità. Apriremo con l’attesissimo incontro tra i Presidenti di Russia e Stati Uniti, che si terrà domani in Alaska. Ma già ora non mancano gli spunti di discussione. Siamo certi che Trump non si stia lasciando manipolare da Putin… ancora una volta? Rischia forse di fare la fine di Neville C…

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#563 | The Curious Origins of The Nobel Prize 23:19

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Alfred Nobel, the inventor of dynamite, was shocked to read his own obituary branding him the "merchant of death." While the story might not be entirely true, it pushed him to reconsider his legacy. His fortune went on to establish the Nobel Prizes, honouring achievements in physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, and peace, ensuring his name is …

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#204: How to Use the Italian Word "Dai" 5:35

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The Italian word "dai" has many meanings depending on tone and context, from encouraging someone to move, to expressing disbelief, pleading, wrapping up a conversation, or literally telling someone to give something. Start learning Italian today! 1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.com/204 2. Download the Italian Verb Con…

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Beaches, Bikes, Hikes and Spas in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep17 29:56

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In today’s episode, we head outdoors to the beach, hiking trails, bike paths, spas and more, experiencing Italy beyond its food, art and churches. Elisa also teaches us how to relax like an Italian and enjoy Italy’s famous beach culture and hot springs. But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subscribe to our premi…

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Algospeak 52:29

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Send us a text Carrie and Megan talk with Adam Aleksic about his new book, Algospeak: How Social Media is Transforming the Future of Language. Bromism and ChatGPT Support the show Contact us: Threads us @vocalfriespod Bluesky us @vocalfriespod.bsky.social Email us at [email protected] Thanks for listening and keep calm and fry on…

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Mini Episode 02 – Small Italian Words with Big Reactions 7:52

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Send me a text 🎧Mini Episode 2 – Small Italian Words with Big Reactions: “Come on!”, “What’s wrong?”, “Whatever.” Featuring: Dai, su! – Che c’è? – Va be… What do you say in Italian when someone’s stalling, being dramatic, or just not listening? In this short episode, we’ll unpack three everyday expressions: Dai, su! (Come on!), Che c’è? (What’s wro…

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News In Slow Italian #656- Intermediate Italian Weekly Program 11:01

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Cominceremo parlando del recente licenziamento del principale responsabile delle statistiche governative negli Stati Uniti, colpevole di aver diffuso dati non graditi al Presidente Trump. Discuteremo anche i paralleli storici che questa vicenda solleva. A seguire, commenteremo la decisione di uno zoo danese di chiedere ai proprietari di animali dom…

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#203: Il Parmigiano Reggiano e L'Aceto Balsamico (Italian Only) 6:07

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Bologna, cuore gastronomico dell’Emilia-Romagna, è vicina alle città di Parma e Modena, famose per due eccellenze: il Parmigiano Reggiano e l’Aceto Balsamico di Modena. Entrambi sono simboli della tradizione culinaria italiana. Start learning Italian today! 1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.com/203 2. Download the Itali…

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Museums, Landmarks and Sightseeing in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep16 27:35

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In today’s episode, we learn about visiting cultural landmarks and etiquette for enjoying the art, history and natural beauty of Italy, from its museums to its churches. Elisa also teaches us how to talk about what we see, as well as tips about tickets, opening hours, tours and guides. But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our w…

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Mini Episode 01 – Che crudeltà! / What Cruelty! And a Special Interview 9:34

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Send me a text 🎧 Mini Episode 1 – Behind the Voice: Meet Antonio + Learn “Che crudeltà!” In this short and playful mini-episode, Myra shares an update on the podcast, reveals the story behind Antonio (your ever-charming Italian narrator), and breaks down a handy Italian expression: “Che crudeltà!” (What cruelty!). You’ll hear an excerpt from Myra’s…

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News In Slow Italian #655- Intermediate Italian Weekly Program 9:40

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Nella prima parte della puntata, io e Fabrizio ci occuperemo di alcuni tra gli argomenti più importanti d’attualità. Partiremo dall’accordo commerciale tra Stati Uniti e Unione Europea. Possiamo ritenerla un’intesa equa? Oppure l’UE è stata messa alle strette dal Presidente americano? Parleremo, poi, di uno dei drammi umanitari più gravi del nostro…

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#560 | What Makes An Italian? 20:51

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In part one of a three-part mini-series on the theme of citizenship and identity, we'll ask ourselves, "What makes someone Italian?" We'll explore the topic of citizenship and identity in Italy, and see what the current laws tell us about what it means to be (or not to be) Italian. Definitions of jus soli and jus sanguinis Italy's citizenship rules…

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#202: How to Use the Italian Word "Fine" 7:11

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The Italian word "fine" carries multiple meanings, most commonly referring to an "end" or a "purpose". It's used in everyday expressions like "alla fine" (in the end) and "fine settimana" (weekend). Understanding its nuances is essential for speaking Italian correctly. Start learning Italian today! 1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://it…

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Food Glossaries, Allergies and How to Order | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep15 31:51

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In today’s episode, Elisa prepares us for ordering a wide variety of foods with mini-glossaries for Italian specialties we might find in different eateries. We also learn helpful Italian vocabulary to communicate any food allergies, sensitivities and preferences when ordering a meal. But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our web…

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News In Slow Italian #654- Italian News, Grammar, and Expressions 9:26

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Anche oggi dedicheremo la prima parte della puntata alle notizie di attualità. Cominceremo commentando un articolo del Washington Post, secondo cui Hamas starebbe attraversando la più grave crisi finanziaria e amministrativa della sua storia. Che cosa significa questo per la popolazione di Gaza? Quali sono le conseguenze umanitarie? Proseguiremo co…

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#201: Seven Italian Verbs Beyond "Guardare" 6:17

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In this lesson, you’ll learn seven Italian verbs related to "looking" from general actions like watching and seeing to more specific ones like scrutinizing, peeking, and glimpsing. These verbs help express different ways of seeing and observing in Italian. Start learning Italian today! 1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.…

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How to Eat Like an Italian | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep14 40:49

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In today’s episode, Elisa explains how eating in Italy is less about the food and more about the art, traditions and social aspects of the Italian culture. We learn about the categories of meals and snacks, as well as how to order food and coffee like an Italian. But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subscribe to…

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Episode 08 - It Was a Dark and Stormy Verb - Meet the Passato Remoto 37:27

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Send me a text 🎧 Episode 08 – Introduction to Passato Remoto Podcast: We Learn Italian Step by Step | Impariamo l’italiano piano piano Ready for a taste of Italian literary drama? In this episode, we dip our toes into il passato remoto—the stylish past tense often found in books, fairy tales, and formal storytelling. But don’t worry, we’re keeping …

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News In Slow Italian #653- Italian News, Grammar, and Expressions 9:15

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Come sempre, dedicheremo la prima parte della puntata all’attualità. Inizieremo con l’annuncio della Casa Bianca di nuove forniture di missili all’Ucraina. Il Presidente Trump, inoltre, ha minacciato sanzioni contro gli acquirenti di energia russa, anche se molti osservatori ritengono che far rispettare queste sanzioni sarebbe molto difficile. Poi …

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#558 | General Hannibal | Rome’s Greatest Enemy 27:46

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Hannibal of Carthage, one of history's greatest military strategists, almost brought the Roman Republic to its knees. As a boy, he swore eternal enmity against Rome, leading him to cross the Alps with his diverse army and elephants, stunning the Romans. Despite his victories, he never managed to capture Rome, but his legacy of brilliance and determ…