In this episode, Michael Fattorossi shares his 20-year journey of researching his Italian family roots, restoring a historic palazzo in Vasto, and navigating Italy’s bureaucratic system as a digital nomad. Discover insights into Italian history, real estate, and practical tips for expats and travelers.
Beyond the physical repairs, this project represents a deep connection to Vasto Italy and the stories that define our lineage. Whether you are currently conducting your own Italian genealogy research or simply curious about the practical challenges of sustaining a legacy building, this discussion offers a realistic perspective on digital nomad life in the Mediterranean.
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Memories of an Abruzzo Childhood
In this engaging conversation, Bob Sorrentino interviews Egizia Santilli Brown, who shares her remarkable journey from childhood in Italy to her life in Canada. Egizia discusses her experiences growing up in a small Italian town, the vibrant festivals that marked her childhood, and the challenges of immigrating to a new country. She emphasizes the importance of community, family traditions, and the preservation of cultural identity through language and food. Egizia’s passion for teaching Italian and
Abruzzo Ancestors
Embark on an emotional journey through time as we sit down with the remarkable duo from Abruzzo Ancestors, Davide Castellucci and Giulia Scappaticccio, who bring the hidden narratives of Italian lineage to light. The rolling hills of Abruzzo, steeped in the heritage of Italy’s emigrants, serve as the backdrop for tales that intertwine food, memories, and the indelible bonds of family. Giulia’s culinary delights at her bed and breakfast offer a taste of history, while
Abruzzo to Astoria: A Personal History of Italian-American Migration
Picture yourself traversing the bustling streets of Astoria, Queens, where the air is thick with Italian dialects and the spirit of a robust, tight-knit Abruzzese community permeates every corner. Our guest today, Maria Fosco, raised amidst the lively Italian neighborhood, retraces the vibrant roots of her ancestry, offering a fascinating glimpse into the migration patterns of Italians and their profound imprint on Astoria. Join us as we follow Maria’s engaging narrative, journeying all the way
D’Avalos Family Marquis of Vasto
While not an Italian name, D’Avalos are connected with Aragona’s that ruled Spain and Naples in the mid 1500’s. Francesca D’Avalos married into the Caracciolo family in the early 1600’s. Maybe that’s where some of the Spanish DNA comes from. D’ Avalos, originally from Spain, came to Italy with the retinue of Alfonso I d’ Aragona. They were distinguished for military value, diplomatic ability and fidelity to the Crown, qualities that always led them to
Researching Abruzzo to Cape May NJ
Visit Our Shop Ed Sherretta talks about his grandfather coming from a small town in Italy (San Eusanio del Sangro) to Cape May and work as a tailor making uniforms for the US Navy. Podcast Click here to join our group on Facebook Video
Guidobaldo II Count of Urbino Della Rovere and Vittoria Farnese my 12th Great Grandparents
Italiano Guidobaldo Della Rovere Guidobaldo II della Rovere (2 April 1514 – 28 September 1574) was an Italian condottiero, who succeeded his father Francesco Maria I della Rovere as Duke of Urbino from 1538 until his death in 1574. He was a member of the House of La Rovere. Guidobaldo was an important patron of the arts in general, and of Titian in particular, commissioning his own portrait, and buying Titian’s Venus of Urbino. In
