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Venice Talks
🎙️ Venice Talks — Voices, stories, and secrets from the world’s most fascinating city. Hosted by Monica Cesarato, Venetian author, podcaster, and culinary guide, the show explores the real Venice through the people who shape it — artisans, chefs, historians, dreamers, and custodians of tradition. Each conversation reveals a side of Venice rarely seen: authentic, creative, and deeply human. Whether you are exploring the lagoon or simply dreaming from afar, Venice Talks invites you to listen…
Episodes
Venice TalksS4 Ep.20 - A Caccia con Filippo: The Ultimate Venice Treasure Hunt
What if the best way to experience Venice was to turn the entire city into a treasure hunt, while also making a difference for a good cause? In this episode of…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.19 - How to Explore Art in Venice with Venice Art In
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with Regina Maksimova and Alexandra Zagrebelnaia, the team behind Venice Art Insider, a platform created to…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.18 - Inside Venice Noir: Crime Writing Comes to Venice
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with Gregory Dowling, Philip Gwynne Jones and David Hewson, the three writers behind Venice Noir, Venice’s…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.17 - The Forgotten Women of Venice with History of Venice Podcast
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica speaks with Simon and Jess from The History of Venice Podcast about the women who lived, worked and helped shape Venice…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.16 - The Drinking Culture of Venice - A chat with Susan L. Schwartz
n this episode of Venice Talks, Monica speaks with drinks writer, podcaster and author Susan L. Schwartz about her new book, A Guide to Drinking in Venice…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.15 - Uncovering the Real History of Venice with Simon & Jess from History of Venice Podcast
What happens when two history lovers decide to tell the story of Venice from the very beginning? In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica Cesarato is joined by…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.14 - Before Venice: Peggy Guggenheim in London - a chat with Gražina Subelytė
Before Peggy Guggenheim became one of the most influential collectors of modern art—and before Palazzo Venier dei Leoni became her Venetian home and museum—she…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.13 - Stagin' Venice: Costumes, Theatre and New Dreams - A chat with Sara Cattani
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica speaks with Sara Cattani, co-founder of Staging Alive, a new Venetian project created to bring fresh, joyful and…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.12 - Due Fie Venexiane: Friendship, Food and the Real Venice
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica speaks with Sara and Virginia, the two friends behind Due Fie Venexiane, a digital project sharing Venice through the…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.11 - Venice Beyond the Algorithm: Face to Face with Elena Bozza
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica Cesarato sits down with Elena Bozza, Head of Digital at Linkness and one of the voices of Face To Face, the program…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.10 - When Freedom Sounds Like Jazz in Venice. A chat with Women for Freedom
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica Cesarato welcomes back the story of Women for Freedom, an organisation dedicated to supporting women, girls and…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.9 - Where Venetian Wardrobes Become Stories. A chat with Maranteghe Vintage Shop
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica speaks with Laura from Maranteghe, a vintage and second-hand shop in Cannaregio where fashion becomes memory, identity…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.8 - The Hidden Life of Venice’s Public Transport. A chat with ACNL
Venice is a city that moves on water. Every day, thousands of residents, workers, students and visitors step onto a vaporetto without always thinking about…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.4 - The Perfume Legacy of Venice. A chat with Joan Giacomin
What does Venice smell like? In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with Joan Giacomin, Brand Ambassador for The Merchant of Venice, for a journey…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.6 - Inside a Leather Workshop: Tools, Time, and Texture. A chat with Shanti Ganesha from Meracu
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica meets Shanti Ganesha, founder of Meracu, a contemporary leather workshop in Venice. We talk about the first moment…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.5 - Thinking Venice, Teaching the World with Warwick Venice Centre
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with Bryan Brazeau, Academic Director of the Warwick Venice Centre, to talk about what happens when a…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.4- Where Lace Holds Time - A chat with Sergio Vidal
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica speaks with Sergio Vidal of Atelier Martina Vidal Venezia, a family atelier that has safeguarded the art of Burano lace…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.3 - Not Just Churches, Not the Usual Venice with Monica Gambarotto
Beyond the Facade: Not Just Churches In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica Cesarato sits down with Monica Gambarotto for an informal conversation that drifts…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.2 - The Language of Engraved Glass. A chat with Matteo Seguso
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica Cesarato sits down with Matteo Seguso, Murano glass engraver, to explore the world of engraved glass, craftsmanship…
Venice TalksS4 Ep.1 - What Is On in Venice in 2026: The Events You Should Know with RomInVenice
Venice never stands still. It simply changes rhythm. In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica Cesarato sits down with Romena Brugnerotto to walk through…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.20 - Not Just Canals — The Museums That Make Venice Breathe
Venice is a museum without walls — but behind her doors, each palace tells a different story. In this episode, Monica takes you through the city’s most…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.19 - Venice in Leather: Stories of Craft and Renewal with Marco Cammozzo
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with Marco Cammozzo, founder of MC Leather, to explore the fascinating world of Venetian leather…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.18 - Venice in Shadow: Inside the Venice Noir Festival
Venice wears many masks — some glittering, some dark. In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with David Hewson, Philip Gwynne Jones, and Gregory…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.17 - Singing Venice to the World with Giada Valenti
🎙️ Episode Description In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica welcomes Giada Valenti, the Venetian-born singer whose career has brought the spirit of Venice…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.16 - Radio Across Borders: The First Russian Voice in Venice with Regina & Katerina
In this episode, Monica meets two extraordinary women who brought the rhythm of the East to the heart of the lagoon. Katerina, from Russia, and Regina, from…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.15 - The Whole Story, Saving Venice: A Conversation with Erica Hill from CNN
In this special episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with journalist and CNN anchor Erica Hill, who recently hosted the powerful documentary Saving Venice…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.14 - Saving Il Nuovo Trionfo: A Boat, A City, A Dream - A chat with Martino Rizzi
In this new episode of Venice Talks, Monica Cesarato steps aboard Il Nuovo Trionfo and speaks with Martino Rizzi, one of the founding members of the Compagnia…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.13 - From Piazza San Marco: Designing Dreams in Precious Metal. A chat with Valeria Boncompagni
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica Cesarato sits down with Valeria Boncompagni, the creative force behind one of Venice’s most intimate and soulful…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.12 - When Art Pollinates a City. A chat with Judi Harvest
In this captivating episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with internationally renowned artist Judi Harvest to explore the luminous, layered world she has…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.11 - From the UK to the Canals of Venice building boats
In this evocative episode of Venice Talks, Monica speaks to Laura Pritchard, a British-born artisan who swapped the foggy landscapes of the UK for the light…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.10 - The Last Dockyard Brotherhood: Stories from Venice’s Mutual Aid Society
In this episode of Venice Talks, we sit down with Cesare Peris, president of the historic Società di Mutuo Soccorso fra Carpentieri e Calafati, a unique…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.9 - NoCDA – The Venetian Movement Against the Access Fee | Interview with Alessandro Tonin
Join us on Venice Talks as we dive deep into the story behind NoCDA (No Contributo D’Accesso a Venezia), the grassroots movement formed by Venetians standing…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.8 - Unveiling the Secrets of Murano Glass with Historian Michele Zampedri
In this fascinating new episode of Venice Talks, we dive deep into the rich history and artistry of Murano glass with Michele Zampedri, a renowned historian…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.7 - Living Venetian History: A Costume Adventure in Venice with Venice Dress up Experience
In this exciting new episode of Venice Talks, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Leontine Hamer, the creative mind behind the Venice Dress Up Experience…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.6 - Making Italy Home – Insights for a Smooth Transition with Smart Move Italy
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with Samantha Wilson, the founder of Smart Move Italy, to discuss the realities of moving and living in…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.5 - Mano a Mano: Reviving Venetian Craftsmanship with The Place of Wonders & Londra Palace Venezia
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica explores Mano a Mano, an inspiring initiative that bridges tradition and innovation in Venetian craftsmanship. Joining…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.4 - Unmasking Venice Carnival 2025: What’s Next with Fabrizio D'Oria, Chief Operating Officer at Vela S.p.A
In this special episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with Fabrizio d'Oria, Chief Operating Officer of Vela Spa, the organization behind the Venice…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.3 - Crafting with Purpose - A Conversation with Stefania Giannici of Paperoowl
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with Stefania Giannici, founder of Paperoowl, to explore the world of eco-friendly paper products. We dive…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.2 - Venice Carnival 2025, Entry Tax & Literary Gems with Romena Brugnerotto
In this exciting episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with Romena Brugnerotto, the brilliant mind behind RominVenice. Together, they explore some of the…
Venice TalksS3 Ep.1 Shaping Venice: In Conversation with Councillor Simone Venturini
Join Monica for an insightful episode of Venice Talks as she sits down with Simone Venturini, Councillor for Social Cohesion, Residence Policies, Economic…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.31 - The Magic of Venice: Fashion, Art, and Il Ballo del Doge. A chat with Antonia Sautter
On this enchanting episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with the incomparable Antonia Sautter, a Venetian icon and creative force. From her intricate…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.30 - Xmas Special Edition - A Venetian Christmas Feast: Recipes, History & Festive Traditions
Get ready to celebrate the holidays Venetian-style in this festive episode of Venice Talks! Monica takes you on a delightful journey through the flavors…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.29 - Fair B&B: Redefining Travel. A chat with Emanuele Dal Carlo
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with Emanuele Dal Carlo, co-founder of Fair B&B, to discuss sustainable travel and its impact on local…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.28 - Challenges Facing Venice's Lagoon: Insights from a Leading Researcher
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica interviews Luca Zaggia, a first researcher and professor from the Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche - Istituto di…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.27 - Unveiling Venice's Past: Insights from Venetian Historian Pieralvise Zorzi
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with Pieralvise Zorzi, a renowned Venetian journalist, writer, and historian, whose lineage is rooted in one…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.26 - Venice Through Cocktails: Exploring Mixology with Venice Cocktail Tours
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica chats with Romena Brugnerotto and Susan Schwartz from Venice Cocktail Tours about their innovative new tours dedicated…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.25 - Venice Noir: A New Chapter in the City's Literary Legacy with David Hewson
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with David Hewson, a renowned British author known for his gripping mystery novels, to discuss the upcoming…
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S2 Ep.24 - Rehub: Upcycling Murano's Glass Waste with Matteo Silverio
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with Matteo Silverio from Rehub Glass to explore how they are revolutionizing the upcycling of Murano's…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.23 - Exploring Venice Sustainably: A Journey Through the Lagoon with Deep Blue
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica chats with Francesco Pannoli, the visionary behind Deep Blue, a company dedicated to organizing boat tours in the…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.22 - Relight Venice: Reviving the True Art of Souvenirs with Michela Bortolozzi
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica interviews Michela Bortolozzi to explore the inspiring mission of Relight Venice. They discuss: The Lost Art of…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.21 - The Power of Dance in Venice
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with the accomplished dancer and educator, Isabella Moro. As a founding member of the Danzastorie Association…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.20 - Preserving Venice's Heart with Claudio Vernier, President of Associazione Piazza San Marco
In this captivating episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with Claudio Vernier, President of Associazione Piazza San Marco. In this episode, they delve…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.19 - Sara Longo on Becoming a Singer, Women for Freedom in Jazz, and Musical Icons
In this captivating episode of Venice Talks, host Monica engages in an enlightening conversation with the singer Sara Longo, as she shares her inspiring…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.18 - A Journey Through Art with the Director of Museo Ca' Pesaro
In this captivating episode of Venice Talks, host Monica engages in an enlightening conversation with Elisabetta Barisoni, the distinguished director of Museo…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.17 - Celebrating Artistic Excellence with Scuola Internazionale di Grafica
In this captivating episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with Lorenzo di Castro, the esteemed director of the Scuola Internazionale di Grafica in Venice…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.16 The Essence of Venice: A Deep Dive into Venissa's Wine Legacy
In this captivating episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with Luca Carnevali, the Wine Hospitality Manager at Venissa, the renowned wine resort in Venice…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.15 - Navigating the Waters of Change: Pollution, Climate, and the Venetian Lagoon with Warren Cairns
In this enlightening episode of Venice Talks, Monica sits down with Warren Cairns, a distinguished research scientist from the Institute of Polar Sciences…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.14 - Brushstrokes of Tradition: Capturing Venetian Heritage Through Painted Flags. A chat with Anna Campagnari
Join Monica in a captivating conversation with Anna Campagnari, the talented artisan behind the vibrant Venetian flags adorning rowing clubs and historic…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.13 Exploring Venice's Entry Tax: Navigating the City's Newest Visitor Fee
Join me on this episode of Venice Talks as I delve into the hot topic of Venice's new entry tax. I uncover the objectives behind its implementation, exploring…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.12 Guardians of the Lagoon: Preserving Venice's Unique Ecosystem - A chat with Barena Association
Join Monica in a captivating conversation with Allison Zurfluh, co-founder of The Barena Association, as they delve into the mission and initiatives aimed at…