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Little Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastMarianna Gatto, Author, The Italian Americans Of Los Angeles & Museum Director, IAMLAItalians have shaped the culture of America throughout this great nation, and particularly here in Los Angeles. Please welcome to our show an expert in this field, Marianna Gatto, Director of the Italian American Museum of Los Angeles & Author, The Italian Americans Of Los Angeles. And let me tell you, this book is incredible and comprehensive. Marianna seems to have uncovered every inch of Italian heritage throughout this great city. Since Italians first came to this region, they have been agriculturalists, pioneers, outlaws and dreamers, and have brought with them tremendous culture, science, culinary expertise, and...
2025-08-0445 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastDebora Medici-Guetta, Visual Artist, Women's Rights Advocate, PhilanthropistDebora Medici-Guetta has inspired me since the day I met her. I could feel her intense passion for her work, her support of women, and for being someone not afraid to talk about her journey in life. So won't you please welcome her to our show this incredibly talented photographer & photojournalist, graphic artist, and documentary filmmaker. Debora was born in Rome, and the first time she landed in Los Angeles, she felt at home among other creatives free to express their art unfiltered. She now divides her time between here and Italy. Debora...
2025-04-0248 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastChef Amy Riolo and Simon Poole, MD, authors, "Olive Oil for Dummies,"Do you love olive oil? I do, and it's not just for cooking and eating. In fact, it's been used for everything from bathing to skin and hair care, too. But how does a person know what's the best type of olive oil to use, to consume, to cook with? Please welcome my friend and award-winning chef, Amy Riolo, and Dr. Simon Poole, to discuss their latest book, "Olive Oil for Dummies." In their latest book, Amy and Dr. Simon they walk us through the different types of olive oils from around the world, particularly the olive...
2024-12-1145 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastDr. Mary Reid Gaudio & Gino Gaudio. Filmmakers & Founders of the Tony Gaudio FoundationPlease join me in welcoming my friends, Dr. Mary Reid Gaudio and Gino Gaudio, filmmakers and founders of the Tony Gaudio Foundation, who joined us today to discuss the magnificent film they will soon debut about Oscar-winning cinematographer, Gaetano Gaudio, the first Italian-born filmmaker from Italy to win an Academy Award. And his story is fascinating. In 1906, Gaetano "Tony" Gaudio, a young man from Calabria, set out for the American Dream, arriving in the United States with a passion for cinematography, which was just developing in the motion picture industry...
2024-11-2042 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastMichelle Danner, Founder, The Creative Center for the Arts" & "The Los Angeles Acting Conservatory,Michelle Danner, film director and founder, "The Creative Center for the Arts" & "The Los Angeles Acting Conservatory," has had a remarkable career in multiple areas of the arts, and she joins us today to talk about longevity, how the business is changing, and how a good story always rules. Michelle is behind some of the industry's most notable films, from "The Italians," "Miranda's Victim," and "The Runner." She is also set to direct the outer-space, sci-fi action thriller, "Helios." Michelle is also a gifted acting instructor, and says this may be one of the best times...
2024-10-2238 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastAlexo Wandael, Italian DirectorPlease welcome to our shows, Alexo Wandael, Italian film director, producer, and director based out of LA and NY, and he joins us to discuss an incredibly interesting project he's been working on called ITALIANY.US, where he photographs his subjects and black and white, all of them from Italy, and interviews them about the life they've created here in America. Why did they come here, what are their dreams, their passion for life. And we turn the tables and ask him this same question. Alexo has been a celebrated fashion and celebrity photographer, having worked...
2024-08-2142 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastAlessandra Repini, Author, "The Italian Lady. The Book.Please welcome our shows Alessandra Repini, who wrote, "THE ITALIAN LADY: The Perfect Guide To Making Yourself ever Cheerful, Classy and Admired." Alessandra talks about how to discover the "modern day dolce vita and enjoying it wherever you are in the world," which is another subtitle to her book. Have you ever noticed how Italian women always seem to look elegant, cook with finesse, and just seem to have an incredible warmth? Perhaps I'm biased, but I think they do, and Alessandra writes about that, everything from fashion, to furniture and food (the
2024-08-2144 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastCristina Ferrare, Supermodel, TV Host, Author, Cancer Survivor, Influencer.Please join me today as we welcome my beautiful friend, Cristina Ferrare - supermodel, New York Times best selling author, TV talk show host, chef, cancer survivor, mom, and much more. Cristina is of Italian descent, born to Renata and Tavio Ferrare, who was a butcher in Ohio. But they didn't stay in Ohio long, because Cristina's beauty was so blinding, she was signed by a top modeling agency in LA, and her career took off. She's been on too many magazine covers to count, has been a spokesperson for Max Factor and other top brands, has...
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Little Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastVincent Paterson, Director and ChoreographerEver wonder how #Madonna, #MichaelJackson, and so many iconic performers got their moves? Remember the crotch-grab? You can thank famed choreographer and now author Vincent Paterson for that, and he joins us today to talk about his incredible book, “Icons & Instincts.” >>> >>> This is one of those “I can’t put this down” kind of reads, believe me. Vincent and I will discuss so many of his brilliant moves, like the one by Robin Williams in “Birdcage,” but we will also talk about the performers and what they were like behind the scenes. Vincent gives us a complete inside look to...
2022-11-0247 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastAuthor Joseph OraziAuthor Joseph Orazi has always been interested in stories about the struggles of Italian immigrants, and he joins our show to discuss his latest book, “L’AMERICA,” which chronicles three immigrants from different regions in Southern Italy, exploring their stories of hope and resilience. Joseph has been a student of the Italian America journey for as far back as he can remember, and in 2005, he wrote the award-winning documentary, “Prisoners Among Us, describing the internment of Italians in WWII. In addition to writing numerous TV and radio commercials, Joe was also a staff wr...
2022-10-1940 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastMariana Gatto, creator of the Italian American Museum of Los AngelesWhen celebrating #ItalianHeritageMonth, I enjoy highlighting the rich cultural heritage and history of the Italian and Italian American people, particularly art, music, literature, architecture, and of course the stories surrounding them. Today we interview Mariana Gatto, creator of the Italian American Museum of Los Angeles, located near Olivera St. in DTLA, housed inside the oldest remaining structure in the area, built in 1908. It’s a treasure, complete with an original speak easy door from the prohibition days. The #IAMLA is a gem, packed with stories of the Italian American journey to...
2022-10-0641 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastNick Rimedio “This isn’t a job. Hospitality is a vocation,” says #NickRimedio, GM of the trendy #LaPeerHotel in #BeverlyHills, and soon, Nick will join the #WHollywood. We spoke with Nick on #DeborahKobyltLIVE and our #LittleItalyPodcast, and he told what what’s helped him become a success: his NONNA (and of course hard work!) Nick credits his #Italian #grandma with giving him the discipline and confidence to do anything in life, and we talk about some of the non-traditional routes he’s taken to get to where he is today, and it started in the kitchen.
2022-09-2920 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastJames Pierre and Ken AtchityGrowing up in NJ, stories about the mob often led the news. It was terrifying, but peaked one’s curiosity at the same time. And being of Italian decent, it was the topic of many conversations Today on my #LittleItalyPodcast and #DeborahKobyltLIVE, I speak with James Pierre, author, “GAMBINO: The Rise,” and also Ken Atchity, film producer and literary manager who’s turned many best sellers into successful films. Pierre got the idea for the book when he witnessed something as a child - a mob hit - and told no one until he decided...
2022-09-2926 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastCarlo PontiPlease welcome Maestro #CarloPonti, joining us to discuss the opening of his Los Angeles Virtuosi Orchestra 2022/23 Season this week. When Maestro phoned me yesterday, I was so honored to be able to discuss with our audience the critical work he does to bring music education to young people through his LAV Orchestra. Our interview with Mr. Ponti airs on all #DeborahKobyltLIVE and #LittleItalyPodcast platforms. All proceeds from the Los Angeles Virtuoso Orchestra goes toward music education programs to ensure young people have the opportunity to...
2022-09-2929 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastVanessa Racci: a 38-year-old jazz and cabaret singer.Meet Vanessa Racci, a 38-year-old jazz and cabaret singer, influenced at a young age by legendary performers Dean Martin, Connie Francis, and Frank Sinatra when her grandfather played their music around the house. And that’s when she got the bug to perform. But Vanessa almost didn’t pursue her dreams, because her traditional family influenced to pursue a more “stable career.” And that’s where her story begins. After working in the corporate world, Vanessa decided to ditch the 9-5, train, and go on the road. Since then, she’s been singing with some of the greate...
2022-09-1530 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastJohn Di DomenicoMeet John Di Domenico, or should I say, Austin Powers, Jay Leno, Donald Trump, Dr. Phil, and so many other impressions John does of some of the most famous people on the planet. John is an actor, comedian, writer, impressionist and he’s crazy good. So good in fact, and he’s in such demand around the globe, that we’re lucky we got him for our podcast. And did you see him on the cover of Los Angeles Magazine or on Conan doing his impressions? Amazing. John grew up in an...
2022-08-2434 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastMarco Pelusi is the owner of Marco Pelusi Studio West Hollywood.Have you ever wondered how A-listers always have such amazing hair? Then tune in to our show with celeb hairstylist Marco Pelusi, who is behind some of the best-known heads in Hollywood. Marco is a globally-recognized hair color authority and owner of Marco Pelusi Studio West Hollywood. He was born in Pittsburg, and comes from a long line of hairstylists from his dad to his uncle, and when Marco realized Pittsburg wasn’t his thing, the family stood behind him and supported his launch in West Hollywood. He credits his supportive family and strong Italian back...
2022-06-1717 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastCarlo Siliotto: Golden-Globe nominated film composerPlease give a warm welcome to Golden-Globe nominated film composer Carlo Siliotto, who has written music for over 100 films, documentaries, and TV series. Born in Rome, Carlo shares stories of his early days in Italy, when his mom gave him a choice for his birthday - a bike or a guitar. He chose the guitar, and he’s never composing ever since. Carlo has worked with some of the most recognized names in the business, from Franco Cristaldi to Oliver Stone. We talk about his style, his process to composing music, and the film that...
2022-06-1634 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastSilvia Chiave: Italy’s Consul General in Los Angeles,Please welcome to our show Silvia Chiave, Italy’s Consul General in Los Angeles, where we’ll be talking about her role to develop economic and cultural relations between Italy and the U.S. And there’s so much more. Silvia is a married mother of two children, she loves theater, reading, and snowboarding. She’s also a paragliding pilot and a sommelier. And that’s just for starters. Silvia studied business in university, began her diplomatic career over 20 years ago, and brings sophistication and savvy to the office that isn’t business as...
2022-05-1949 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastGary Vitti: Former Lakers Trainer,Author & Speaker LOVE the LA Lakers? TThen you must join our interview with #GaryVitti, longtime athletic trainer at the #LALakers for 32 years, talking about ALL he’s learned not just about being a trainer, but about life, relationships, hardships, winning, and losing. Did you know Gary started his career at the Univ of Portland where he set up a sports medicine program before he got THE call from the #Lakers to become their head athletic trainer? The story follows, and you must tune in to...
2022-05-0541 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastLucia Giardina: entrepreneur, actor, and founder of #LuciasKitchen. Please welcome to our show, #LuciaGiardina, entrepreneur, actor, and founder of #LuciasKitchen. Lucia has an interesting story, and we start at the beginning, when she was a young girl, cooking with her mama and grandma in the kitchen. By age 12, she was preparing full meals for the entire family in Torino, Italy, and it was her family who encouraged her to jar her tomato sauce, and finally, she did. And here we are today. Licia’s sauce is made from all fresh ingredients, just reheat and incorporate into your favorite foods. In fact, throughout our inter...
2022-04-0725 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastBill Lagattuta: award-winning TV journalistPlease welcome to our show, #BillLagattuta, award-winning TV journalist best known for his work on CBS’s 48Hours, covering some of the biggest crime stories around the globe, and NBC News, breaking stories from Somalia to China. Bill has also worked as an anchorman at KNBC Los Angeles, which is why he may seem so familiar to our local audience. Since leaving the world of TV news, Bill has become an accomplished painter and photographer, whose work is now held by a number of prominent collectors. He joins us to talk about his time in the...
2022-04-0743 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastFrancesca Fanti, Award-Winning Actress,Oscar-Nominated, “Luca”Francesca Fanti has worked with some of the top talent in #Hollywood, and today she joins our #LittleItalyOfLAPodcast to talk about her latest film, #Oscar-nominated #Luca. Francesca has had an incredibly successful career in theater, film, and TV since moving to LA from Rome. She’s worked with some of the best in the business, including #FrancisFordCoppola, has appeared in #AmericanCrimeStory as #GianniVersace’s mother, among other projects. She’ll be discussing this, in addition to her latest project, writing a TV series that’s drawing lots of buzz in Hollywood. Please tune in to our #Littl...
2022-02-1730 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastAlessio Della Valle, Film Director, Writer, “American Night”Life + Art = Chaos, or so says Italian film director, writer, and inventor, Alessio Della Valle, joining us on our #LittleItalyOfLAPodcast. Alessio is in Los Angeles to talks about his new film, “American Night,” a favorite at the Venice Film Featival and getting early Oscar buzz here in Hollywood. In fact, he’s visiting Los Angeles from Florence to discuss his film, a thriller that explores the dark underworld of pop and modern art. “American Night” has some extraordinary features, such as an original Warhol “Pink Marilyn,” in addition to a Jeff Koons, and other extraordinary works of art fro...
2022-01-2720 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastNatosha Fortini, Italian Citizen SpecialistApplying for dual citizenship can be daunting, and on our #LittleItalyOfLAPodcast, we welcome Natosha Fortini, founder of Italian Citizenship DIY, who breaks it all down to make the process easier. If you’ve ever tried to apply for Italian citizenship, and the rules can seem confusing, depending on when your relative first became a U.S. citizen. And often, people throw up their hands in frustration. But no more. Natosha has streamlined the process, answering every possible question you might have, and providing you with each step so you can get it done on your own, without for...
2022-01-1329 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastPeter Onorati, Actor/Writer/ProducerPlease welcome to our #LittleItalyOfLAPodcast, actor Peter Onorati, recently featured in the film, “Being the Ricardos,” in addition to dozens of top credits in Hollywood, including “Goodfellas” and so many others. Peter grew first generation New Jersey Italian, and credits his strong Italian roots for much of his success. We’ll be talking about his quick rise in the business, how he got the role in “Goodfellas” after reading for Scorsese, and the hilarious story he tells about first meeting the infamous director. Peter has been a mainstay on film, TV, commercials, and voice overs, and you may also recogni...
2022-01-1342 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastMike Ciminera: One of the most brilliant minds behind Northrop Grumman’s F-14 Tomcat aircraft.Please join us in welcoming Mike Ciminera to our #LittleItalyOfLAPodcast, one of the most brilliant minds behind Northrop Grumman’s F-14 Tomcat aircraft. Mike’s rise to the top of his field as an aircraft developer is the stuff movies are made of. He takes us through the development of this exceptional plane, and shares the entire technological and geopolitical story behind the aircraft that defended the US Navy for more than a generation, and eventually became the centerpiece of the film, “Top Gun.“ You can find our full interview with Mike on all video an...
2021-12-1731 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastRomina Arena: International Performing SensationWhat an thrill to interview international performing sensation Romina Arena on our #LittleItalyOfLAPodcast. Romina has overcome a lot in her life, including a harrowing experience when she was just 15-years-old. While sitting in her dressing room, she survived a brutal attack, when someone came in and slit her throat. She nearly died. Instead, Romina came back stronger, with her voice reaching a rare FIVE octaves. She’s since spent her life performing with some of the greatest singers in the world, including Pavarotti, Andrea Bocelli, Celine Dion, Liza Minnelli, Ennio Morricone, and so many others.
2021-12-1751 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastLorenzo Antonucci, actor, writer, producer.Please welcome to our #LittleItalyOfLAPodcast actor, writer, producer Lorenzo Antonucci, heartthrob from “Days Of Our Lives,” and “Game of Thrones” in their eighth season. Lorenzo always wanted to work in the acting business, but pursuing his dream wasn’t so easy because it just wasn’t what kids did in his neighborhood. Born in Brooklyn and raised on the streets in Queens, the idea of becoming an actor seemed so far away, until one day he decided to pack up and head to Los Angeles to make things happen. Lorenzo joins us on our show to talk abou...
2021-11-3026 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastAndrea Landi, President of Landi Renzo, USAWelcome to our #LittleItalyOfLAPodcast, and we’re thrilled to welcome Andrea Landi to our show. Andrea is president of Landi Renzo, USA. The company which is a global leader in manufacturing ecological engines for the auto industry. It was his grandfather who started the business in Italy, long before clean energy fashionable, but after his death, it was Andrea’s grandmother who brought the business international. Andrea learned everything from the ground up, working in Brazil, China, Iran and Pakistan to gain a global perspective. He’s led a fascinating life, and joins us to talk ab...
2021-11-1931 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastAndrea Landi, President of Landi Renzo, USAWelcome to our #LittleItalyOfLAPodcast, and we're thrilled to welcome Andrea Landi to our show. Andrea is president of Landi Renzo, USA. The company which is a global leader in manufacturing ecological engines for the auto industry. It was his grandfather who started the business in Italy, long before clean energy fashionable, but after his death, it was Andrea's grandmother who brought the business international. Andrea learned everything from the ground up, working in Brazil, China, Iran and Pakistan to gain a global perspective. He's led a fascinating life, and joins us to talk about his I...
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Little Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastAmy Riolo: award-winning author, chef, TV-personality, and Mediterranean diet guruPlease welcome award-winning author, chef, TV-personality, and Mediterranean- diet guru #AmyRiolo to our #LittleItalyOfLA Podcast Amy is best known for sharing history, culture, and nutrition through global cuisine. She enjoys changing the way we think about food, and exploring the history behind each dish, particularly of her Italian origins. As a “culinary anthropologist,” Amy has appeared on network and syndicates TV programs from the U.S. to Dhabi, and she’s created 90-second cooking videos titled “Culture of Cuisine,” which on 28-channels throughout the U.S. Her seventh book, “The Italian Diabetes Cookbook,” was the #1 new release on Amazon.com.
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Little Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastItalian American Podcast: John M. Viola and Patrick O'BoyleIn the Italian tradition, we promote out own, so please join me in welcoming John M. Viola, Rossella Rago, and Patrick O’Boyle of the Italian American Podcast, whose mission is similar to ours, bringing together extraordinary stories from Italians past and present. I’m your host, #DeborahZaraKobylt, of our #LittleItalyOfLA Podcast. Their show started back East, but they recently visited our #LittleItaly district in San Pedro to highlight what we’re doing on this side of the country. here. In fact, part of their mission is to learn about Italians from all around the U.S., and they...
2021-10-2238 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastBONUS EPISODE: Antoinette AbbamonteIn honor of Italian American Heritage Month we are releasing a bonus episode of our #LittleItalyofLAPodcast with the amazing, #AntoinetteAbbamonte , interviewed by our host, Deborah Zara Kobylt. Antoinette is a uniquely talented actress and advocate for deaf performers, and recently starred in the film, "Since August." Antoinette is joined by interpreter #JonWolfeNelson. "Since August" is a riveting drama about love, addiction, friendship, and grief. The character is deaf, as is Antoinette, who has become an advocate for artists with disabilities in Hollywood, encouraging production teams to consider deaf actors not only when a role is written for a...
2021-10-1233 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastBONUS EPISODE: Antoinette AbbamonteIn honor of Italian American Heritage Month we are releasing a bonus episode of our #LittleItalyofLAPodcast with the amazing, #AntoinetteAbbamonte , interviewed by our host, Deborah Zara Kobylt. Antoinette is a uniquely talented actress and advocate for deaf performers, and recently starred in the film, “Since August.“ Antoinette is joined by interpreter #JonWolfeNelson. “Since August” is a riveting drama about love, addiction, friendship, and grief. The character is deaf, as is Antoinette, who has become an advocate for artists with disabilities in Hollywood, encouraging production teams to consider deaf actors not only when a role is written for a deaf ch...
2021-10-1233 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastWhen Art Becomes Language with Clara WoodsPlease welcome to our show Clara Woods, a much sought-after Italian artist. Clara cannot speak, she has difficulty reading and writing, yet she understands three languages and speaks beautifully through painting. She and her family recently moved to Southern California from Italy so she could better focus on her painting while attending high school. Clara will be joined by her mom, Betina Genovesi, who will also discuss the Clara Woods Foundation, giving hope to people with challenges, and encourages others to put aside their prejudices and create opportunities for all people. In addition, we will discuss the...
2021-10-0528 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastSteve TyrellGrammy-winning producer, singer, and songwriter, Steve Tyrell, shares his life story with award-winning journalist, host, and creator of the Little Italy Podcast, Deborah Zara Kobylt. Steve chats about his upcoming album, his mega-successful career music career, his radio show, and of course his Italian roots. Steve's breakthrough performances in Father of the Bride and Father of the Bride II helped Tyrell reinvent and re-popularize classic pop standards for a modern-day audience. His hits, The Way You Look Tonight, The Simple Life, Crush On You, and The Sunny Side of The Street, have launched millions of r...
2021-09-231h 01Little Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastSteve TyrellGrammy-winning producer, singer, and songwriter, Steve Tyrell, shares his life story with award-winning journalist, host, and creator of the Little Italy Podcast, Deborah Zara Kobylt. Steve chats about his upcoming album, his mega-successful career music career, his radio show, and of course his Italian roots. Steve’s breakthrough performances in Father of the Bride and Father of the Bride II helped Tyrell reinvent and re-popularize classic pop standards for a modern-day audience. His hits, The Way You Look Tonight, The Simple Life, Crush On You, and The Sunny Side of The Street, have launched millions of...
2021-09-231h 01Little Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastFrom Italy to Hollywood to Outerspace with Andrea Iervolino Please welcome entrepreneur and filmmaker, Andrea Iervolino, born in Cassino, Italy, and who started selling websites in Italy at age 13, then hustled door-to-door at 15 to fund his first film. Now, Andrea leads two global companies, and his social media tech firm, TaTaTu, had the worlds third largest IPO at $575M. Andrea’s film ventures include working with Morgan Freeman, John Travolta, and Selena Gomez, and he was recently named Top 10 Producers on the Hollywood 100 List. In addition, he hopes to be filming in space in the not too distant future, and recently launched the company, Space 11.
2021-09-0741 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastSocial Impact on the Big Screen and IRL with Valentina Castellani QuinnPlease join me in welcoming Valentina Castellani Quinn, a filmmaker and philanthropist whose work has been making headlines globally. Valentina will be joining us from her home in Florence, where her family has owned the famed opera house there since the 1800’s. Valentina has made a career for herself making impactful films that promote social awareness in society. She is currently working on the film, #Polo, about the courage and grit it takes to compete in the sport of kings, part of which will film in Dubai She’s currently the global spokesperson for #JOBLIO, which...
2021-08-2532 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastBe Yourself with Filippo VoltaggioPlease welcome #FilippoVoltaggio to our #LittleItalyOfLA Podcast , a man of many talents. Filippo is truly a master and talent of nearly anything he touches. He is an author, “The Little Dog That Could,” singer, songwriter, life coach, and so much more. He started his career as a successful fortune-500 business executive, but decided he was destined for more. So he left the world of business behind to follow his passion for music, which was instilled in him at a young age listening to opera and Italian music with his family. In fact, he and his songs have appea...
2021-08-1037 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastBring the Tuscan Hills to your Table with Alexandra & MatteoOn our #LittleItalyOfLA Podcast today, our guests Alexandra Ancich and Matteo Becucci, speak with host, Deborah Zara Kobylt about all things Tuscany! The two met while Alex, an American, was traveling with her mom in Tuscany, they stopped at his family restaurant, Bellavista Impruneta - also the name of their family hotel in the Tuscan Hills - and let's just say love was in the sauce. They fell in love, married, and decided to bring the culture, flavor, and lifestyle of Italy to Southern California, where Alex is from. They have a thriving business c...
2021-07-2829 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastBring the Tuscan Hills to your Table with Alexandra & MatteoOn our #LittleItalyOfLA Podcast today, our guests Alexandra Ancich and Matteo Becucci, speak with host, Deborah Zara Kobylt about all things Tuscany! The two met while Alex, an American, was traveling with her mom in Tuscany, they stopped at his family restaurant, Bellavista Impruneta - also the name of their family hotel in the Tuscan Hills - and let’s just say love was in the sauce. They fell in love, married, and decided to bring the culture, flavor, and lifestyle of Italy to Southern California, where Alex is from. They have a thriving bus...
2021-07-2829 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastBringing Sardegna to Socal with Barbara LocciWant to get to the Italian countryside but it’s not convenient at the moment? Then meet Barbara Locci, owner of the @Sardegna_Ranch in San Diego. Barbara is from #Sardinia, and she fashioned her ranch much like her native Italian island, and she spoke with host of our Little Italy of LA Podcast, Deborah Zara Kobylt. #SardegnaRanch is a beautiful, relaxing 28-acre property along the Potrero Creek waterway, and is a little-known secret for anyone looking to get-away. The property has its own pond, bee-keeping area where Barbara makes her own honey, and a brick oven...
2021-07-1326 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastBringing Sardegna to Socal with Barbara LocciWant to get to the Italian countryside but it's not convenient at the moment? Then meet Barbara Locci, owner of the @Sardegna_Ranch in San Diego. Barbara is from #Sardinia, and she fashioned her ranch much like her native Italian island, and she spoke with host of our Little Italy of LA Podcast, Deborah Zara Kobylt. #SardegnaRanch is a beautiful, relaxing 28-acre property along the Potrero Creek waterway, and is a little-known secret for anyone looking to get-away. The property has its own pond, bee-keeping area where Barbara makes her own honey, and a brick oven for...
2021-07-1326 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastFind a Taste of Toscana in LA with Mike GordonToday our host, #DeborahZaraKobylt of @deborahkobyltlive speaks with #MikeGordon, owner of Toscana, one of the most notorious Italian restaurants in all of Los Angeles for over two decades. Mike fell in LOVE with all things Italian and spent time in Italy to learn everything about food and wine from the best. But it was actually a day spent with Wolfgang Puck that convinced Mike to get into the restaurant business over 25 years ago. Now he’s got six restaurants between LA, Beverly Hills, Brentwood, and Santa Ynez. In fact, Mike and his wife have a vineyard on th...
2021-07-0136 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastLife on Mars? with Alessandro BuscicchioWe’ve gone the moon, now let’s step foot on #Mars! It may soon be possible, according to some scientists, although not everyone would venture to go. On our #LittleItalyOfLA Podcast, host #DeborahZaraKoblyt speaks with the brilliant Alessandro Buscicchio, Robotics Engineer at #NASA and #JPL. In other words, he’s the brains behind the #MarsRover & #spidermonkey robot. Alessandro first came to the U.S. from #Italy to study at Jet Propulsion Laboratory, but scientists were so impressed here by his brilliance, they offered him a job, and which he gladly accepted. Hear all ab...
2021-06-1526 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastLife on Mars? with Alessandro BuscicchioWe've gone the moon, now let's step foot on #Mars! It may soon be possible, according to some scientists, although not everyone would venture to go. On our #LittleItalyOfLA Podcast, host #DeborahZaraKoblyt speaks with the brilliant Alessandro Buscicchio, Robotics Engineer at #NASA and #JPL. In other words, he's the brains behind the #MarsRover & #spidermonkey robot. Alessandro first came to the U.S. from #Italy to study at Jet Propulsion Laboratory, but scientists were so impressed here by his brilliance, they offered him a job, and which he gladly accepted. Hear all about Alessandro's...
2021-06-1526 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastDreaming of Italy with Kathy McCabeIt’s our #LittleItalyOfLA Podcast today, and we’re so excited to welcome Kathy McCabe, Travel Expert on all things #Italian, as well as host of the #PBS special, #DreamOfItaly. Kathy has interviewed everyone from #Coppola to #Sting and everyone in between, and she’s the driving force behind all of it. Hear why she started her show, how she gets her guests, and also learn a thing or two about Italians and Italy you may not know, in addition to all things red, white, and green🇮🇹 Watch the special - Dream of Italy: Travel, Transform and Thrive...
2021-06-0335 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastItalian at the Table with Patricia DiCarlo BergenWho else still believes in sitting around the table and eating together? 🍽🖐 Today, our #LittleItalyofLAPodcast guest, Patricia Di Carlo Bergen, shares a bit about growing up with these traditions, spending summers in #Italy and how this has inspired her endeavors of bringing an #Italian market to Southern California. Listen to the full episode to hear Patricia share with our host, Deborah Zara Kobylt all about how the simple pleasures of Italian life influenced the way she raised her family, her outlook on life and her style of cooking. Please like, subscribe and share to hel...
2021-05-1827 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastItalian at the Table with Patricia DiCarlo BergenWho else still believes in sitting around the table and eating together? 🍽🖐 Today, our #LittleItalyofLAPodcast guest, Patricia Di Carlo Bergen, shares a bit about growing up with these traditions, spending summers in #Italy and how this has inspired her endeavors of bringing an #Italian market to Southern California. Listen to the full episode to hear Patricia share with our host, Deborah Zara Kobylt all about how the simple pleasures of Italian life influenced the way she raised her family, her outlook on life and her style of cooking. Please like, subscribe and share to hel...
2021-05-1827 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastBrindiamo! with Ornella FadoOrnella Fado, an Italian TV personality and founder of OK Productions LLC, a media productions company based in NY where she currently lives. Ornella is also the creator of the infamous Brindiamo! brand, including the Television show that has been broadcast on NYC TV since 2005. Ornella Fado also just launched the first and only digital guide about fine Italian eateries around the world called Brindiamo! Guide, and she also hosts a show where age visits true, Italian cuisine in New York City, focusing on chefs and restaurants that are as authentic as Italy itself. Support th...
2021-05-0533 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastEating Italian in LA with Piero SelvaggioWhen I think of fine Italian dining and specialty wines, the name Piero Selvaggio, comes to mind, and we spoke with him recently on our #LittleItalyOfLA Podcast. Piero founded the legendary West LA restaurant, Valentino, and his famous recipes, buffalo mozzarella, truffles, and wine selection became synonymous with fine dining. Piero has since closed Valentino, and now brings his master selection to the famed Drago restaurant in downtown Los Angeles. Piero has a fascinating story, born in Sicily, he quickly rose to become one of the great Italian master ch...
2021-04-2038 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastMario Aprile, 3rd Generation Italian JewelerIf you love fine, Italian, hand-crafted jewelery, then you’ll love our #LittleItalyOfLA Podcast today. We speak with Mario Aprile, founder of Aprile Jewelers, who designs some of the most unique, one-of-a-kind pieces of fine Italian jewelery in the world. We talk about his early years studying electronics in Naples, until he quit to follow his dream of being a jewelery designer in Italy. His work, and love, eventually brought him to Los Angeles, where he had a shop in DTLA, crafting jewelery as unique as the people he designed for. Now Mario has thriving shop in Red...
2021-04-0831 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastDina Morrone Shares the Italian in herActress and entrepreneur Dina Morrone has certainly led an exciting life, and she joins us on our Little Italy of LA Podcast today. Dina has a fascinating story, growing up with her Italian immigrant parents in Canada, leaving for NY and back to Italy to find work as a model and actress. Dina even met and worked with the famed Fellini and has many stories to share about her experiences working in Italy. Eventually Dina made her way to Los Angeles, wrote and starred in two highly-acclaimed one woman shows, “Moose on the Loose,” and “The Italian in Me.” Out host...
2021-03-2339 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastBuilding Community through Pasta and Pizza with Jillana MillerShe’s cooked for some of the most famous celebs in the world, now Jillana Miller is giving back to community and her Italian roots. Joining us today on our Little Italy of LA Podcast, the co-founder of Miller Butler Pasta, providing unique experiences in authentic, Italian food from pop ups, to bagged pastas, cooking classes and even pasta making. Jillana formed Miller-Butler with her husband just last year, and it’s already taken off with not just members of the community in Sant Pedro, but with A-list culinary experts. Hear how Jillana started cooking with her chef dad, and...
2021-03-1133 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastAle Gambini, Author of No Ketchup on SpaghettiAle Gambini, former musician, current Italian food ambassador, blogger and author, “No Ketchup on Spaghetti,”joins us on our #LittleItalyOfLA Podcast, teaching us how to cook like a true Italian. And it’s all in the ingredients. Ale grew up outside of Milan, and enjoyed a successful career as a musician, traveling the world as a renowned percussionist. But upon moving to the U.S. with her husband, she followed her passion for food, pivoted her career, and focused on writing about Italian food, inspired of course by her grandma in Italy. She shows us makes Italian food s...
2021-02-2325 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastGiada Valenti Loves Love SongsGiada Valenti said growing up on the shores of Venice, Italy was an inspiration filled with art, culture and music. She shares her story with #DeborahZaraKobylt on our Little Italy of LA Podcast this week, about how she began singing as a little girl and was soon discovered as one of the finest vocalists in Europe. Giada’s career eventually brought her to the U.S., where she was working with some of the finest musicians from Mancini to Clive Davis, singing with Bocelli and other great masters of this generation. Yet she remains humble, living in Veg...
2021-02-1137 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastVictoria Passarella, Italian American Leadership NetworkOn our Little Italy of LA Podcast today, we speak with Victoria Passarella, founder of the Italian American Leadership Network. Victoria is the daughter of an Italian immigrant, holds two masters degrees from Columbia University, has been featured in Forbes and on the Today Show for her work as a career and brand strategist. Now she’s bringing her expertise to the Italian American community to connect them with work, educational, and even social opportunities through the Italian American Leadership Network. Victoria’s cousin is actor John Turturro, best known for his role in Spike Lee’s...
2021-01-2621 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastFrank StalloneDeborah Zara Kobylt talks with #Grammy and GoldenGlobe nominated artist Frank Stallone Official , about his life in music, acting, and yes as the younger brother of SylvesterStallone of Rocky fame. Frank has a documentary film that premieres on 1/19/21 about his life, STALLONE, Frank That Is. The film includes interviews from various music and film stars, and takes us on a journey into his music career, his more than 75 films he’s acted in, and the many legendary people he’s worked with. Available on Google, Amazon, and other streaming platforms. Enjoy our interview for Little Italy o...
2021-01-1442 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastFrank StalloneDeborah Zara Kobylt talks with #Grammy and GoldenGlobe nominated artist Frank Stallone Official , about his life in music, acting, and yes as the younger brother of SylvesterStallone of Rocky fame. Frank has a documentary film that premieres on 1/19/21 about his life, STALLONE, Frank That Is. The film includes interviews from various music and film stars, and takes us on a journey into his music career, his more than 75 films he's acted in, and the many legendary people he's worked with. Available on Google, Amazon, and other streaming platforms. Enjoy our interview for Little Italy of Los...
2021-01-1442 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastLittle Italy of LA Board Members on their Italian Holiday TraditionsItalians LOVE Christmas. And on our Little Italy of LA Podcast today, we’re introducing you to some of our LILAA board members & staff, and sharing some of the ways we grew up celebrating Christmas, Italian style. Please join us, and leave any comments about how you celebrate. We’d love to hear from you. And Merry, Happy, Blessed Christmas to you and your families from all of us at Little Italy of Los Angeles Association. #DeborahKobyltLIVE🇮🇹 #LittleItalyofLA Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-12-2322 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastJoanne MosconiLittle Italy of Los Angeles Podcast host, Deborah Zara Kobylt talks with Joanne Mosconi, the daughter of the legendary Chef of Greenwich Village, Pietro Mosconi. The chef of Greenwich Village author Joanne Mosconi talks about her labor of love in collecting her father's best recipes. After four years in the making, Joanne Mosconi, has published this book, with all of the chef's secrets and most prized recipes. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-12-1028 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastJoanne MosconiLittle Italy of Los Angeles Podcast host, Deborah Zara Kobylt talks with Joanne Mosconi, the daughter of the legendary Chef of Greenwich Village, Pietro Mosconi. The chef of Greenwich Village author Joanne Mosconi talks about her labor of love in collecting her father’s best recipes. After four years in the making, Joanne Mosconi, has published this book, with all of the chef’s secrets and most prized recipes. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-12-1028 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastDr. Federico Pacchioni, Italian Studies at Chapman UniversityWhat is Italian Studies? Find out a bit more about this field of interdisciplinary studies from Associate Professor of Italian Studies at Chapman University, Dr. Federico Pacchioni. Little Italy of Los Angeles Podcast Host, Deborah Zara Kobylt chats with Dr. Pacchioni about what the program at Chapman looks like, his love affair with Italian film and moving from Italy to the U.S. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-11-2421 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastDr. Federico Pacchioni, Italian Studies at Chapman UniversityWhat is Italian Studies? Find out a bit more about this field of interdisciplinary studies from Associate Professor of Italian Studies at Chapman University, Dr. Federico Pacchioni. Little Italy of Los Angeles Podcast Host, Deborah Zara Kobylt chats with Dr. Pacchioni about what the program at Chapman looks like, his love affair with Italian film and moving from Italy to the U.S. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-11-2421 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastFrank Licata, Il FornaioDeborah Zara Kobylt talks with Frank Licata VP of all operations for Il Fornaio since 1996 – responsible for managing over 20 locations in California, Nevada and Colorado. Frank talks about Il Fornaio's people being the secret for their longtime success and also chats about his Italian roots. Check out one of Il Fornaio's restaurants: https://www.ilfornaio.com/
2020-11-1228 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastFrank Licata, Il FornaioDeborah Zara Kobylt talks with Frank Licata VP of all operations for Il Fornaio since 1996 – responsible for managing over 20 locations in California, Nevada and Colorado. Frank talks about Il Fornaio's people being the secret for their longtime success and also chats about his Italian roots. Check out one of Il Fornaio's restaurants: https://www.ilfornaio.com/
2020-11-1228 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastEmanuele Filiberto di Savoia, Prince of VeniceJoining us for our special edition of Little Italy of LA Podcast is Prince Emanuele Filiberto di Savoia, whose grandparents were the King and Queen of Italy. Emanuele grew up in Switzerland, eager to visit Italy but was unable until the government granted the family permission in 2003. He’s spent his life working and involved in philanthropic ventures, in California, for example, he raises money for Bruno Serato and his Caterina Club which feeds thousands of hungry boys and girls every day. The Prince recently opened an extremely successful food truck called The Prince of Venice Food Truck, which has...
2020-10-2931 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastGenny NevosoOn our Little Italy of LA Podcast today, we talk with Genny Nevoso, whose job with Italy-America Chamber of Commerce West is to bring business from Italy to the US markets. Genny lives in Southern California, but was born in a small town near the Adriatic coastline. She talks her upbringing in Italy, and how it prepared her for what’s become a successful international career merging culture and business. Follow us on Social media @LittleItalyofLA Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-10-2022 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastMichael CavalieriOn this week's Little Italy of Los Angeles podcast, Deborah Zara Kobylt talks with, beloved actor Michael Cavalieri, who wrote and directed his latest film, Ritornato, which tells the emotional story of a man who loses his loved ones, and sets off on a journey to revisit his past and fulfill a promise made to his dying mother. The film is shot in Sicily, and was recently chosen for a grant by the National Italian American Foundation. Based on true events, Ritornato is dedicated to Cavalieri's mother, Mary, and his Grandpa Agatino, who sacrificed to give their family a...
2020-10-1529 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastMichael CavalieriOn this week’s Little Italy of Los Angeles podcast, Deborah Zara Kobylt talks with, beloved actor Michael Cavalieri, who wrote and directed his latest film, Ritornato, which tells the emotional story of a man who loses his loved ones, and sets off on a journey to revisit his past and fulfill a promise made to his dying mother. The film is shot in Sicily, and was recently chosen for a grant by the National Italian American Foundation. Based on true events, Ritornato is dedicated to Cavalieri’s mother, Mary, and his Grandpa Agatino, who sacrificed to give their fami...
2020-10-1529 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastSpecial Episode: Italian Heritage Month in Little Italy of LALittle Italy of LA's Development Director, Shelby sits down with host, Deborah to chat about the happenings in Little Italy of LA. SP Farmers Market: https://www.facebook.com/pedrofarmersmarket/ Storia di Te Virtual Workshop - Oct 15th, 2020 Cinema Sotto le Stelle Drive in Weekend - Oct 16-18, 2020 Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-10-0615 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastSpecial Episode: Italian Heritage Month in Little Italy of LALittle Italy of LA's Development Director, Shelby sits down with host, Deborah to chat about the happenings in Little Italy of LA. SP Farmers Market: https://www.facebook.com/pedrofarmersmarket/ Storia di Te Virtual Workshop - Oct 15th, 2020 Cinema Sotto le Stelle Drive in Weekend - Oct 16-18, 2020 Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-10-0615 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastTom CacciatoreDeborah Zara Kobylt talks with Thomas P. Cacciatore, attorney at law as he discusses growing up Italian in Southern California and how things have changed from when his family first moved here. Thomas offers perspective on what daily life was like growing up in his mostly Italian neighborhood. He eventually became a successful lawyer and president of the Italian American Lawyers Assn. We have some prized stories about our Little Italy district in LA, and how some folks are looking to take it back to the days of family and tradition with authentic food and local shop...
2020-10-0118 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastTom CacciatoreDeborah Zara Kobylt talks with Thomas P. Cacciatore, attorney at law as he discusses growing up Italian in Southern California and how things have changed from when his family first moved here. Thomas offers perspective on what daily life was like growing up in his mostly Italian neighborhood. He eventually became a successful lawyer and president of the Italian American Lawyers Assn. We have some prized stories about our Little Italy district in LA, and how some folks are looking to take it back to the days of family and tradition with authentic food and local shop...
2020-10-0118 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastJoe MantegnaLittle Italy of Los Angeles Podcast host, Deborah Zara Kobylt talks with beloved Actor, Producer, and Director Joe Mantegna. Joe chats about how he feels lucky to have a strong Italian family background and support that he believes has carried him throughout his career, starring in over 100 films like Searching for Bobby Fischer, The Godfather Part 3, Celebrity, Forget Paris and Liberty Heights to name a few. Joe has proven his versatility as an actor and his passion for the art. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-09-1738 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastJoe MantegnaLittle Italy of Los Angeles Podcast host, Deborah Zara Kobylt talks with beloved Actor, Producer, and Director Joe Mantegna. Joe chats about how he feels lucky to have a strong Italian family background and support that he believes has carried him throughout his career, starring in over 100 films like Searching for Bobby Fischer, The Godfather Part 3, Celebrity, Forget Paris and Liberty Heights to name a few. Joe has proven his versatility as an actor and his passion for the art. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-09-1738 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastDiana GiovinazzoEp.11 features Diana Giovinazzo, author of The Woman in Red, which chronicles the life of #AnitaGaribaldi, warrior and wife of revolutionary Giuseppe Garibaldi. Diana said she first became interested in Garibaldi’s story while investigating her own Italian roots, inspiring her to leave work as paralegal to write full time about this spirited, Italian woman in history. Tune in for more about Diana and her historical fiction novel. @winewomenwords @dianagauthor @wnba_la @deborahkobyltlive @deborahzarakobylt Support the show
2020-09-0215 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastMatthew BiancanielloDeborah Zara Kobylt talks with Matthew Biancaniello, renowned Cocktail Chef and Founder of Eat Your Drink. Matthew creates adventurous cocktail experiences based on farm-fresh and unique, organic ingredients. Never working off a set cocktail menu, Biancaniello visits at least five different local farmers markets a week to source his ingredients, which inspire his imaginative cocktails. Experience Matthew's cocktail magic in his upcoming Eat Your Drink Masterclass brought to you by Little Italy of Los Angeles. Sign up for the FREE event on Eventbrite and pre-order bottled cocktails @eatyourdrink. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/b...
2020-08-1923 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastMatthew BiancanielloDeborah Zara Kobylt talks with Matthew Biancaniello, renowned Cocktail Chef and Founder of Eat Your Drink. Matthew creates adventurous cocktail experiences based on farm-fresh and unique, organic ingredients. Never working off a set cocktail menu, Biancaniello visits at least five different local farmers markets a week to source his ingredients, which inspire his imaginative cocktails. Experience Matthew's cocktail magic in his upcoming Eat Your Drink Masterclass brought to you by Little Italy of Los Angeles. Sign up for the FREE event on Eventbrite and pre-order bottled cocktails @eatyourdrink. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/b...
2020-08-1923 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastEp. 9: Mark SpanoListen to Little Italy of Los Angeles Podcast host, Deborah Zara Kobylt speak with Mark Spano about his life & documentary, Sicily: Land Of Love And Strife, available on Amazon Prime. The exploration of Sicily takes the viewer to a place of spectacular beauty, epic human struggle, depth and diversity of culture, philosophic insights, and historic sites. For more about: Little Italy of LA: https://www.lilaa.org/ Follow us on social media @littleitalyofla Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-08-0530 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastEp. 9: Mark SpanoListen to Little Italy of Los Angeles Podcast host, Deborah Zara Kobylt speak with Mark Spano about his life & documentary, Sicily: Land Of Love And Strife, available on Amazon Prime. The exploration of Sicily takes the viewer to a place of spectacular beauty, epic human struggle, depth and diversity of culture, philosophic insights, and historic sites. For more about: Little Italy of LA: https://www.lilaa.org/ Follow us on social media @littleitalyofla Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-08-0530 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastEXAU Olive Oil - Skyler & GiuseppeDeborah Zara Kobylt talks with Giuseppe Marisani and Skyler Mapes about their company EXAU Olive Oil. Giuseppe is a 3rd generation olive oil producer from Calabria, South Italy. His family has been producing premium extra virgin olive oil from their seaside family estate for almost 100 years. Skyler is a 3rd generation Californian with a passion for design and agriculture. After a stint in the wine industry, she realized her true passion lived in the olive groves. The couple has created an Internationally recognized brand that produces one of the Best Olive Oils in the World. EXAU marries the modern c...
2020-07-2328 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastEXAU Olive Oil - Skyler & GiuseppeDeborah Zara Kobylt talks with Giuseppe Marisani and Skyler Mapes about their company EXAU Olive Oil. Giuseppe is a 3rd generation olive oil producer from Calabria, South Italy. His family has been producing premium extra virgin olive oil from their seaside family estate for almost 100 years. Skyler is a 3rd generation Californian with a passion for design and agriculture. After a stint in the wine industry, she realized her true passion lived in the olive groves. The couple has created an Internationally recognized brand that produces one of the Best Olive Oils in the World. EXAU marries the modern c...
2020-07-2328 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastEdoardo MarinoLittle Italy of LA Pod host, Deborah Zara Kobylt chats with Edoardo Marino, Co-Owner of brand new San Pedro and Little Italy favorite, La Siciliana to talk coming to America, growing up in San Pedro and working in film. Follow La Siciliana on IG & FB @eatlasiciliana Check out their menu online or visit them 347 West 6th Street, San Pedro, California 90731 Keep up with Little Italy of LA @LittleItalyofLA & Deborah @deborahkobyltlive Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-07-0820 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastEdoardo MarinoLittle Italy of LA Pod host, Deborah Zara Kobylt chats with Edoardo Marino, Co-Owner of brand new San Pedro and Little Italy favorite, La Siciliana to talk coming to America, growing up in San Pedro and working in film. Follow La Siciliana on IG & FB @eatlasiciliana Check out their menu online or visit them 347 West 6th Street, San Pedro, California 90731 Keep up with Little Italy of LA @LittleItalyofLA & Deborah @deborahkobyltlive Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-07-0820 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastDoug DelucaOur host, Deborah Zara Kobylt chats with entertainment executive Douglas DeLuca, who talks about going from an #Italian kid in #NewJersey to a #Hollywood mogul. Doug talks about his Italian roots, strong work ethic, time in the biz and why he thinks LA needs a Little Italy. Find out more about Little Italy of Los Angeles and keep us with us on social media.
2020-06-2544 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastDoug DelucaOur host, Deborah Zara Kobylt chats with entertainment executive Douglas DeLuca, who talks about going from an #Italian kid in #NewJersey to a #Hollywood mogul. Doug talks about his Italian roots, strong work ethic, time in the biz and why he thinks LA needs a Little Italy. Find out more about Little Italy of Los Angeles and keep us with us on social media.
2020-06-2544 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastBurrata: from Puglia to Los AngelesBurrata wasn't always a trendy item to top salads or pizzas in LA restaurants. Listen to Mimmo Bruno, founder and cheesemaker of DiStefano Cheese talk about his story immigrating from Puglia, bringing the traditions of cheesemaking with him and helping introduce Los Angeles to mozzarella's creamier cousin, burrata. Thanks to our wonderful host, Deborah Zara Kobylt & her production team at Deborah Kobylt Live follow her on IG @deborahkobyltlive Follow us on IG and FB @littleitalyofla #littleitalyofla Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-06-1015 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastBurrata: from Puglia to Los AngelesBurrata wasn't always a trendy item to top salads or pizzas in LA restaurants. Listen to Mimmo Bruno, founder and cheesemaker of DiStefano Cheese talk about his story immigrating from Puglia, bringing the traditions of cheesemaking with him and helping introduce Los Angeles to mozzarella's creamier cousin, burrata. Thanks to our wonderful host, Deborah Zara Kobylt & her production team at Deborah Kobylt Live follow her on IG @deborahkobyltlive Follow us on IG and FB @littleitalyofla #littleitalyofla Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-06-1015 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastSpecial Edition: Care Packages to Italian-American SeniorsIn this special edition episode of the #LittleItalyofLAPOD, our host, Deborah Zara Kobylt sits down for a phone call with Little Italy of Los Angeles Association Board Member and Italian-American Club Treasurer, Josephine Ciaramitaro. Josephine talks a bit about how the idea came about, trying to bring a smile during these isolating times and growing up in a community that gives back. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-05-2910 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastSpecial Edition: Care Packages to Italian-American SeniorsIn this special edition episode of the #LittleItalyofLAPOD, our host, Deborah Zara Kobylt sits down for a phone call with Little Italy of Los Angeles Association Board Member and Italian-American Club Treasurer, Josephine Ciaramitaro. Josephine talks a bit about how the idea came about, trying to bring a smile during these isolating times and growing up in a community that gives back. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-05-2910 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastEpisode 4: Frank BuonoOn this ep. of the #LittleItalyofLAPOD Frank and Deborah sit down for a zoom to chat about why he moved down to Little Italy, his family's history in San Pedro, immigrating from the island of Ischia, and why artisan techniques are the only techniques they know. This episode was recorded from his Buono's Pizzeria in Little Italy. See what else is happening in Little Italy Connect with us: Instagram Facebook Thank you to Deborah Kobylt Live
2020-05-2817 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastEpisode 4: Frank BuonoOn this ep. of the #LittleItalyofLAPOD Frank and Deborah sit down for a zoom to chat about why he moved down to Little Italy, his family's history in San Pedro, immigrating from the island of Ischia, and why artisan techniques are the only techniques they know. This episode was recorded from his Buono's Pizzeria in Little Italy. See what else is happening in Little Italy Connect with us: Instagram Facebook Thank you to Deborah Kobylt Live
2020-05-2817 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastEpisode 3: Back to BasicsMillennials are baking bread and making pasta at home by choice. Listen to podcast guests Carlotta Panza, Italian food blogger and Shelby Newallis, Development Director of Little Italy of Los Angeles Association talk about zero food waste cooking, attending the Slow Food University, diversity within Italian cuisine and Italian food in the U.S. Follow Carlotta's Blog at www.lapanzapiena.com IG: @lapanzapiena Keep up with Little Italy of LA at www.lilaa.org IG: @LittleItalyofLA Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=GYVQXMPXJL9D4)
2020-05-1331 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastEpisode 2: Bruno SeratoWelcome to the Little Italy of Los Angeles Podcast! Our Host, Deborah Zara Kobylt talks to guest: Sir Bruno Serato, Chef, CNN Hero and Founder of Caterina's Club. Deborah and Bruno talk about feeding 5000 kids a day pasta meals, responding in times of crisis, and becoming a chef/restaurant owner. Website: www.lilaa.org Instagram: @littleitalyofla Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LittleItalyofLA Support Support the show
2020-04-3036 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastEpisode 2: Bruno SeratoWelcome to the Little Italy of Los Angeles Podcast! Our Host, Deborah Zara Kobylt talks to guest: Sir Bruno Serato, Chef, CNN Hero and Founder of Caterina's Club. Deborah and Bruno talk about feeding 5000 kids a day pasta meals, responding in times of crisis, and becoming a chef/restaurant owner. Website: www.lilaa.org Instagram: @littleitalyofla Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LittleItalyofLA Support Support the show
2020-04-3036 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastEpisode 1: IntroductionWelcome to the Little Italy of Los Angeles Podcast with host Deborah Zara Kobylt, from Deborah Kobylt Live. Our first Podcast Guests are Little Italy of Los Angeles Association Board President, Mike Gatto and Councilman of District 15 in Los Angeles, Joe Buscaino. Listen for a discussion about the creation of the historic Little Italy district in San Pedro, the last ethnic enclave of Italians in the city of Los Angeles. Visit our website to find out more: @deborahkobyltlive @littleitalypodcast Find us using the hashtags: #LittleItalyofLA #LittleItalyofLAPOD
2020-04-1740 minLittle Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastEpisode 1: IntroductionWelcome to the Little Italy of Los Angeles Podcast with host Deborah Zara Kobylt, from Deborah Kobylt Live. Our first Podcast Guests are Little Italy of Los Angeles Association Board President, Mike Gatto and Councilman of District 15 in Los Angeles, Joe Buscaino. Listen for a discussion about the creation of the historic Little Italy district in San Pedro, the last ethnic enclave of Italians in the city of Los Angeles. Visit our website to find out more: @deborahkobyltlive @littleitalypodcast Find us using the hashtags: #LittleItalyofLA #LittleItalyofLAPOD
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