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From Calabria to West Virginia: A Family Migration Story

In this engaging conversation, Bob Sorrentino and Stephen Pishner delve into the rich tapestry of Italian heritage, exploring family roots, migration stories, and the cultural connections that bind them. Stephen shares his journey of uncovering his family’s history, the significance of names, and the impact of immigration on identity. The discussion highlights the importance of reconnecting with family in Italy, the mysteries surrounding family secrets, and the vibrant Italian culture celebrated through music and festivals. Stephen’s passion for his heritage shines through as he reflects on the remarkable stories that shape who we are today.

Website for AMICI: amiciwv.com

Website for Stephen Pishner: https://italiawv.wixsite.com/pishnermusic

iTunes link for AMICI: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/amici/1536501155

iTunes link for Stephen Pishner: https://music.apple.com/gb/search?term=stephen%20pishner

Spotify link for AMICI: https://open.spotify.com/album/5Yqeb0tWCbnusLzO36NPRn

Spotify link for Stephen Pishner: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6dtB4xueN4MnNp5MYZJaCV

Youtube Pishner Faith Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDaSxfyno_icgiZJehPv3pJSkRLwm2o-Z

AMICI Youtube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKqHndE5qNE&list=PLDaSxfyno_icgy2xeV0bfTOkugM5yUSE9

AMICI Italian Style Playlist Plus: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDaSxfyno_ifmQtFoCaNANCXKaXfR5tEq&si=SPaugxTyk17BScK5

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Calabria and Rome NY Roots

In this engaging conversation, Bob Sorrentino interviews award-winning author Carmen Amato, who shares her Italian heritage and family history, particularly focusing on her roots in Calabria. They discuss the journey of Italian immigrants to the United States, the challenges they faced, and the vibrant Italian-American community in upstate New York. Carmen reflects on her upbringing, the influence of her family stories on her writing, and her experiences during World War II. She also shares insights

August 22, 2025 No Comments

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Catona Calabria

Embarking on a nostalgic journey to the heart of Italian-American life, we sit down with Margaret Fontana, more affectionately known as the Italian American Girl. Her story unfolds like a rich tapestry woven with threads of cultural heritage and familial pride, offering an intimate glance at the Italian-American dream. Margaret’s tales of Reggio Calabria, the land of her ancestors, and the enduring tradition of family homes passed down through generations, serve as a poignant backdrop

March 11, 2024 No Comments

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How God Created Calabria

Great conversation with Gianluca about Calabria, including it’s Greek beginning, food and people, including his grandmother’s story about “How God Created Calabria”, on the eighth day. Gianluca is a licensed Italian tour guide with twenty years of experience, including leading hiking groups in the Calabrian mountains, working at ski resorts in the Alps and Finland, guiding cultural tours in South Italy and arranging travel for tourist agencies with his own company. He has a passion

June 15, 2023 No Comments

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Calabria “The Other Italy”

Bob interviews Karen Haid who lived and taught in Italy and wrote a fascinating book about her travels through Calabria. Karen gives insight into the food, customs, things to do and much much more. ONCE THE HUB OF THE MEDITERRANEAN, Calabria now dangles, largely ignored, at the bottom of the Italian boot, struggling for survival, acceptance and a place in modern Italy and the world. Little-known even to Italians outside the nefarious activities of

June 15, 2023 No Comments

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Researching Acri Calabria

I talk with John Polverino about his just starting his research, Italian citizenship and how he opened an Italian Restaurant in Tennessee. Podcast Click here to join our group on Facebook Visit Our Shop

August 6, 2022 No Comments

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Calabria Family Research

Join Bob as he interviews Steven Mairella about his research to find his Italian Ancestors in Calabria, Basilicata, and Campania. Also, check out Steven’s awesome art based on his Italian heritage at http://www.stevenmartworks.com. Click here to join our group on Facebook Find it on the map Sample of Steven’s Art http://www.stevenmartworks.com Mention IG2020

July 10, 2020 No Comments