GrowingUpItalian
Step into the heart of Brooklyn and right into the lively Italian home of the Growing Up Italian trio—Rocco, Sabino, and Michela! These three first-generation Italians are serving up laughs, love, and lots of culture straight from Williamsburg. They started this podcast to bring the Italian community together, celebrate their roots, and keep the traditions alive—from Nonna’s recipes to classic family debates. Each Sunday, they’re dropping a brand new episode packed with fresh takes on the Italian lifestyle, featuring hilarious stories, real talk, and special guests from all corners of the Italian world. Whether you’re sipping espresso or stuck in traffic, you’re officially invited to the table. Mangia, laugh, and stay connected—because being Italian is more than just a culture, it’s a vibe.
Show episodes
Yannis Pappas Talks Greek Diners, Old School New York and Growing Up Italian
EPISODE 368. Sabino & Rocco are in the studio with comedian, Yannis Pappas (ambassador of all-things Greek). The boys share stories of growing up in Brooklyn, similarities and differences with Greek culture and much much more! For the video version of this episode: https://www.youtube.com/@growingupitalian Be sure to
Solo Italiano Oggi - Day 9 of ONLY SPEAKING ITALIAN with Mario Bosco, Big Joe Gambino and Eva!
Italian School Day 9. Class is back in session for Day 9 with everyone in the Cresciuto Italiano band to finally learn Italian! For the audio version of this episode https://link.me/listentogui Sign up to our Patreon for A LOT of extra content and NO ADS here https://www.patreon.com/growingupitalian To shop our mercha
EPISODE 367. Sabino & Rocco are back at the studio to meet Ilaria (AKA @urhotnonnaa) and the Lubrano family. The gang shares funny family stories, love for Italian food and explore the Italian-American family dynamic. For the audio version of this episode: https://link.me/listentogui Be sure to follow Ilaria here: http
Vincent Pastore Live from Arthur Avenue with Chef Dave Greco Talking Growing Up Italian
EPISODE 366. Sabino & Rocco hit The Bronx's Little Italy to meet actor, Vincent Pastore, at Mike's Deli. The guys share some amazing food, their favorite films, Sopranos moments and the greatness of The Bronx. We're with Big P now. Tune in to watch Vincent take over the show! For the audio version of this episode https
Solo Italiano Oggi - Day 8 of ONLY SPEAKING ITALIAN with Mario Bosco and Big Joe Gambino
Italian School Day 8. Class is back in session for Day 8 with everyone in the Cresciuto Italiano band for the first time. Mario, Joe, Rocco, Sabino and Eva. This one will be one for the record books. For the video version of this episode https://youtube.com/live/Nhuwa6bdKqg Sign up to our Patreon for A LOT of extra c
EPISODE 365. Sabino & Rocco welcome Francesco De Carlo to Brooklyn! A prolific stand-up comic from Rome who has been making waves for over a decade in the Italian comedy scene, and is now crushing the clubs here in NYC. The gang discusses their love for Rome, Italian-American stereotypes and are also joined by our belo