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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 TalksS2 Ep.11 Venetian Perspectives: Exploring Photography, Books, and Culture with a local photographer. A chat with Marco Contessa
Join host Monica as she engages in a dynamic conversation with Marco Contessa, a renowned Venetian photographer, as they unravel the intricacies of capturing…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.10 - Espresso and Elegance: A Journey Through Venice's Iconic Café - A chat with Anna Rita Panebianco from Caffè Florian
Join us on this captivating episode of Venice Talks as we delve into the rich history and cultural significance of Caffè Florian, nestled in the heart of…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.9 Unveiling the Secrets of Venice's Oldest Cultural Institution. A chat with Antonella Magaraggia from Ateneo Veneto
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica engages in a dynamic dialogue with Antonella Magaraggia, President of Ateneo Veneto, Venice's oldest cultural…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.8 Unmasking Venice: Interview with a Historic Mask Maker. A chat with Tragicomica
Step into the enchanting world of Venetian tradition as Monica, your host on Venice Talks, sits down with Tobia Dall'Osto, a distinguished artisan from…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.7 Crafting Venice: Exploring Artisans and Guilds. A chat with Monica Gambarotto
In this captivating episode, we embark on a journey through Venice's rich artistic heritage with the incomparable professional guide, Monica Gambarotto. Join…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.6 Stolpersteine and Venice's WWII History. A chat with Giulio Bobbo From Iveser
Embark on a poignant journey through Venice's wartime past in this special episode. Join us as we sit down with Giulio Bobbo, an esteemed member of Iveser, to…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.5 - Golden Echoes: Conversations with Venice's Last Gold Beater - A chat with Eleonora Menegazzo from Mario Berta Battiloro
Step into the timeless world of craftsmanship and heritage as we sit down with Eleonora Menegazzo from Mario Berta Battiloro in Venice, the last remaining gold…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.4 - Artistic Arcadia: Unveiling Garance & Marion's Graphic Gallery in Venice. A chat with Garance La Porte and Marion Houssin.
Join us for a lively chat as we uncover the intriguing story behind Garance & Marion, an unconventional art gallery nestled in the heart of Venice. Delve into…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.3 - Unlocking Venice's Secrets: A Journey with a Local Guide. A chat with Luisella Romeo.
Welcome to another enlightening episode of Venice Talks! In this installment, I had the pleasure of engaging in a fascinating conversation with none other than…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.2 - Echoes of Resistance: Unveiling the Legacy of Iveser, The Venetian Institute for History and Contemporary Society. A chat with Giulio Bobbo.
In this enlightening episode, we delve into the rich tapestry of Venice's wartime history and the invaluable role played by Iveser, The Venetian Institute for…
Venice TalksS2 Ep.1 - Venice Unraveled: A Journey Through Historic Records and Firsts. A chat with Venetian writer Alberto Toso Fei
Join me on an illuminating journey through the annals of Venice's rich history as we delve deep into its remarkable records and pivotal firsts. In this special…
Venice TalksEp. 53 - Exploring Venice's Wooden Wonderland: Inside the Craft of Handmade Toys & Souvenirs - A chat with Signor Blum
Embark on a journey through time and tradition in our latest podcast episode! Join us for an engaging interview with Matteo, Guido, and Luca from Signor Blum…
Venice TalksEp.52 - Navigating Sustainability in the Floating City with Greener EU - Unveiling Digital Solutions for Venice's Future - A chat with Isabella Mavellia from Greener Eu
Join us in this new episode of Venice Talks as we dive into the innovative world of sustainable development with Isabella Mavellia, the visionary founder of…
Venice TalksEp.51 -Venetian Elegance Unveiled: A Stylish Conversation with Instagram Fashion Influencer Ana Liliana
Dive into the enchanting world of fashion and Venetian charm with our latest podcast episode featuring the captivating Ana Liliana. Join us in a heartfelt…
Venice TalksEp.50 - From Dream to Reality: Instagram Sensation's Journey to Venice - A chat with Gillian Longworth McGuire from Gillian Knows Best
In this episode, Monica engages in a conversation with Gillian Longworth McGuire from Gillian Knows Best. Dive into the enchanting world of Venice with…
Venice TalksEp.49 - Venice Unveiled: Navigating 2024's Cultural Gems - A chat with Romena Brugnerotto from RomInVenice
Dive into the magic of Venice! From the grandeur of Carnival 2024 to the historic celebrations marking 700 years since Marco Polo's legacy, this episode is…
Venice TalksEp.48 - Unlocking Enchantment: Delving into the Secrets of Venice with Veneto Secrets. A chat with Lavinia Colonna Preti from Veneto Secrets
In this episode, Monica engages in a conversation with Lavinia Colonna Preti, the founder of Veneto Secrets. Veneto Secrets is a pioneering guide that aims to…
Venice TalksEp.47 - Stage Revival: Breathing Life into Venice's Historic San Cassiano Theatre. A chat with Paul Atkin from Teatro San Cassiano
In this episode, Monica engages in a conversation with Paul Atkin from Teatro San Cassiano, a project focused on reconstructing the original Teatro San…
Venice TalksEp.46 - Carved Elegance: Exploring the Artistry of Cameos and Coral Jewelry in Venice. A chat with Marco Jovon from Gioielleria Eredi Jovon
In this episode Monica is talking to Marco Jovon from Gioielleria Eredi Jovon. Marco and his family operate a prestigious jewellery shop nestled on the iconic…
Venice TalksEp.45 - Illustrated Vistas: Unveiling the Art of Architectural Discovery in Venice. A chat with Cristina Cappellari from Studio Saòr
In this episode Monica is talking Cristina Cappellari from Studio Saòr. Studio Saor is a dedicated team of Venetian passionate observers who possess a deep…
Venice TalksEp.44 - Responsible Wanderer: Navigating Venice with Ethical Footprints. A chat with Matteo Secchi from Venessia.com
In this episode Monica is talking to Matteo Secchi from Venessia.com. Venessia.com is an apolitical and non-profit association comprising residents of Venice…
Venice TalksEp.43 - Feast Through Time: Unraveling the Historic Ancient Cuisine of Venice. A chat with Sergio Fragiacomo, owner of the Historic restaurant of Bistrot De Venise in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Sergio Fragiacomo, owner of the Historic restaurant of Bistrot De Venise in Venice. We talked about ancient historic…
Venice TalksEp.42 - Harmony for a Cause: Jazz Rhythms and Charitable Notes in the Canals of Venice. A chat with the Women For Freedom
In this episode Monica is talking to Sara Memo and Elena Ferrarese respectively Project Manager and Communication Manager of Women For Freedom, an Italian…
Venice TalksEp.41 - Savoring Venice: A Culinary Journey Through the Heart of Venetian Cuisine. Let's talk about Venetian Cuisine and what to eat in Venice
In this episode Monica, as Cook In Venice, is talking about the evolution of Venetian cuisine, what to eat when in Venice, about the new book Andar Per Bacari…
Venice TalksEp.40 - Crafting Brilliance: Exploring the Art of Venetian Glass Beads – A UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in Venice. A chat with the Committee for the Safeguarding of the Art of Venetian Glass Beads
In this episode Monica is talking to Marisa Convento and Alessia Fuga, respectively president and vice-president of the Committee for the Safeguarding of the…
Venice TalksEp.39 - Venetian Artistry: Journeying Through Historic Havens of Renowned Artists, with a Glimpse into Peggy Guggenheim's Legacy. A chat with Renato Carrain, Venetian hotelier from All'Angelo Art Hotel in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Renato Carrain, Venetian hotelier from Angelo Art Hotel in Venice. All' Angelo Art hotel is an hotel with a difference…
Venice TalksEp.38 - Venice Unveiled: Your Questions Answered in a Q&A Extravaganza episode about Venice
In this episode Monica answers questions received through social medias about Venice. Let's discover about the depth of canals, about do & don'ts in the city…
Venice TalksEp.37 - Glimpses of Grandeur: Exploring the Uniqueness of Museo di Palazzo Grimani in Venice. A chat with Valeria Finocchi, director of Museo di Palazzo Grimani in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Valeria Finocchi, director of Museo di Palazzo Grimani in Venice. Museo di Palazzo Grimani is a Venetian palace, a one of…
Venice TalksEp.36 - Treasures of Time: Unveiling the Antique Splendors within the Ghetto of Venice. A chat with Maria Gabriella Emiliani from Antichità al Ghetto in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Maria Gabriella Emiliani from Antichità al Ghetto in Venice, an antiquity lover's dream. Opened in 2006, this true…
Venice TalksEp.35 - Sipping Sustainability: Venice Tap Water's Ripple Effect on Reducing Plastic Bottle Waste. A chat with Marco Capovilla founder of Venice Tap Water
In this episode Monica is talking to Marco Capovilla, founder of Venice Tap Water, a project dedicated to bring awareness to the problem of the use of plastic…
Venice TalksEp.34 - Venice's Silent Canvases: Centuries of Graffiti as Ancient Urban Art. A chat with Desi Marangon & Alberto Toso Fei about I Graffiti Di Venezia
In this episode Monica is talking to Desi Marangon & Alberto Toso Fei about I Graffiti Di Venezia, a book which investigates over 6,000 antique graffiti in the…
Venice TalksEp.33 - Culinary Serenade: Exploring Venetian Cuisine through Local Ingredients and Homemade Delights.A chat with Cesare Benelli from historic restaurant Al Covo in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Cesare Benelli, chef and owner of the historic restaurant Al Covo in Venice. We talked about a great new initiative called…
Venice TalksEp.32 - Venice Unveiled: A Foreigner's Journey into La Serenissima's Enchanting Labyrinth. A chat with Cecelia Pierotti, American musician
In this episode Monica is talking to Cecelia Pierotti, American musician, who in 2019 moved to Venice as a resident. We talked about the difficulty of moving…
Venice TalksEp.31 - Ocean Space Unveiled: A Deep Dive into Venice's Planetary Hub for Exhibitions, Research, and Public Engagement. A chat with Markus Reymann, director & co-founder of Ocean Space
In this episode Monica is talking to Markus Reymann, director & co-founder of Ocean Space. Ocean Space , located in the church of San Lorenzo in Venice, a…
Venice TalksEp.30 - Whispers of the Past: Navigating Venice Through History and Anecdotes. A chat with Alessandro Marzo Magno, Venetian writer & journalist
In this episode Monica is talking to Alessandro Marzo Magno, Venetian writer & journalist about the history and anecdotes of Venice. Graduated in Venetian…
Venice TalksEp.29 - A chat with Romena Brugnerotto Venetian blogger at RomInVenice
In this episode Monica is talking Romena Brugnerotto Venetian blogger at RomInVenice: we talked about the never ending saga of the entry tax in Venice, of the…
Venice TalksEp.28 - Bard's Blessing: Unveiling the Allure of Shakespearean Tours in the Enchanted Canals of Venice. A chat with Ornella Naccari, CEO of On View Weddings & Experience in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Ornella Naccari, CEO of On View Weddings & Experience in Venice. We talked about their tours based on Shakespeare's plays…
Venice TalksEp.27 - Feline Frames: Prowling Through the Enchanting Pages of Venice's Catography Series. A chat with Marianna Zampieri from Cats In Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Marianna Zampieri from Cats In Venice. A very feline episode all dedicated to one of the most loved animals in the city of…
Venice TalksEp.26 - Reviving Grandeur: Fondazione dell'Albero d'Oro's Restoration Journey at Palazzo Vendramin Grimani. A chat with Béatrice de Reyniès, director of Fondazione dell’Albero d’Oro in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Béatrice de Reyniès, director of Fondazione dell’Albero d’Oro in Venice. Fondazione dell'Albero d'Oro was founded in 2019…
Venice TalksEp.25 - A chat with Carla Toffolo, director of Venice Office for International Private Committees for the Safeguarding of Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Carla Toffolo, director of Venice Office for International Private Committees for the Safeguarding of Venice, as well as…
Venice TalksEp.24 - Preserving the Past, Safeguarding the Future: Unveiling Save Venice Inc.'s Restoration Odyssey. A chat with Melissa Conn, director of the Venice office of Save Venice Inc.
In this episode Monica is talking to Melissa Conn, director of the Venice office of Save Venice Inc. Since 1971 Save Venice is the leading American nonprofit…
Venice TalksEp.23 - Harmony in the Lagoon: Exploring the Intricate Ecosystem of Venice's Coastal Haven. A chat with Allison Zurfluh, writer and promoter of sustainable tourism in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Allison Zurfluh, writer and promoter of sustainable tourism in Venice. We talked about her children's book Lia leaves the…
Venice TalksEp.22 - Whispers on the Water: Navigating Venice's Canals in Silence with Electric Boats. A chat with Jean-Paul Morselli from Classic Boats Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Jean-Paul Morselli from Classic Boats Venice, a company located on the island of La Certosa dedicated to restoring old…
Venice TalksEp.21 - Rowing Renaissance: Unlocking the Secrets of Learning to Row in the Canals of Venice. A chat with Elena Almansi, rowing champion from Row Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Elena Alamansi, part of the team of Row Venice. Row Venice is an all female association dedicated to teach Voga alla…
Venice TalksEp.20 - Sustainable Sojourn: Navigating Venice with Eco-Friendly Footprints. A chat with Roberta Zennaro, Venetian Travel Blogger & Food Technologist
In this episode Monica is talking to Roberta Zennaro, Venetian Travel Blogger & Food Technologist. We talked about sustainable tourism, how to visit Venice in…
Venice TalksEp.19 - Bridging Cultures: Exploring ICI Venice's Journey in Fostering Global Cultural Resonances. A chat with Eliane Nagata, curator for ICI Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Eliane Nagata, curator for ICI Venice. ICI Venice stands for the International Cultural Institute, a non profit cultural…
Venice TalksEp.18 - Crafting Elegance: Navigating the Art of Oarlock Making in Venice's Waterways. A chat with Piero Dei, a.k.a Il Forcolaio Matto, Venetian oarlock maker
In this episode Monica is talking to Piero Dei, a.k.a Il Forcolaio Matto, the fourth and youngest oarlock maker in Venice, who has always been in love with…
Venice TalksEp.17 - Echoes of Grandeur: Unveiling the Legacy of Scuola Grande San Giovanni Evangelista in Venice. A chat with Jelena Ivanisevic from Scuola Grande San Giovanni Evangelista in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Jelena Ivanisevic, the architect of Scuola Grande San Giovanni Evangelista in Venice. We discover what a Scuola is in…
Venice TalksEp.16 - Venice Unveiled: Crafting Bespoke Narratives with Venezia da Vivere's Unique Communication Strategies. A chat with Lorenzo Cinotti, CEO of Venezia Da Vivere
In this episode Monica is talking to Lorenzo Cinotti of Venezia Da Vivere, a Venetian company dedicated to the organisation of events and digital communication…
Venice TalksEp.15 - Venetian Adventures for Little Explorers: Treasure Hunts and Tailored Tours. A chat with Monica Gambarotto, professional tour guide in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Monica Gambarotto, one of the best professional tourist guide in the city of Venice. WE got to talk about how to visit the…
Venice TalksEp.14 - Academic Shadows and Venetian Whispers: Crafting Mystery Novels in Venice. A chat with Gregory Dowling, author, translator, literary critic & Professor of Anglo-American Literature at the Università Ca' Foscari.
In this episode Monica is talking to Gregory Dowling, author, translator, literary critic & Professor of Anglo-American Literature at the Università Ca'…
Venice TalksEp.13 - Venetian Intrigues: Unveiling the Secrets of Crafting Mystery Novels in the Enchanting Canals of Venice. A chat with with Philip Gwynne Jones, Welsh renowned author of mystery, suspense, and thriller novels living & working in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking In this episode Monica is talking to Philip Gwynne Jones, Welsh renowned author of mystery, suspense, and thriller novels…
Venice TalksEp.12 - Through the Lens of Legends: A Masterclass in Photography. A chat with Marco Secchi, world known photographer, about Venice & photo tours in the city
In this episode Monica is talking Marco Secchi, Italian photographer and photo journalist, working for Getty Images and one of the founding members of the…
Venice TalksEp.11 - Sip, Swirl, and Savor: Navigating the Vineyards of Veneto Wines. A chat with Johann Depietri, owner of Vineria All'Amarone in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking Johann Depietri, the owner of Vineria All'Amarone in Venice, the paradise for Amarone wine lovers. We talk about the…
Venice TalksEp.10 - Venetian Threads: Exploring Fashion's Artistry and the Allure of Made in Venice. A chat with Luca Cerofolini, Venetian blogger, influencer & fashion expert
In this episode Monica is talking to fellow Venetian blogger & influencer Luca Cerofolini about the Made In Venice Fashion, how to recognise it and where to…
Venice TalksEp.9 - Sip & Savor: Crafting Venetian Elegance with the Artisanal Essence of Venice's New Gin. A chat with Gloria Vian of Sospiri Botaniche Veneziane, maker of Gin in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking Gloria Vian of Sospiri Botaniche Veneziane, who, together with her brother Marco, makes Gin in Venice. The company was only…
Venice TalksEp.8 - Papier Bijoux: Crafting Elegance with the Art of Paper Jewelry . A chat with Stefania Giannici of Paperoowl, creator of paper jewellery in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking Stefania Giannici who creates incredible paper jewellery & house items in Venice under the name of Paperoowl. We talked about…
Venice TalksEp.7 - Timeless Elegance: Atelier Pietro Longhi and the Art of Crafting Historic Costumes. A chat with Raffaele Dessì, Fashion & Art Historian, PR manager for Atelier Pietro Longhi
In this episode Monica is talking to Raffaele Dessì, Fashion & Art Historian and PR manager for Atelier Pietro Longhi in Venice, about Historic costumes, the…
Venice TalksEp.6 - Bottega Cini Unveiled: A Haven for Authenticity in Venice's New Concept Store. A chat with Jelena Vesic, Store Manage/SMM at Bottega Cini in Venice
In this episode Monica is talking to Jelena Vesic, Store Manage/SMM at Bottega Cini in Venice, about how Bottega Cini was born and what it is, about the…
Venice TalksEp.5 - Venetian Tales: Cinematic Delights, Literary Charms, and Taxing Narratives. A chat with Romena Brugnerotto, Venice tour leader & travel consultant
In this episode Monica is talking to Romena Brugnerotto, Venice tour leader & travel consultant about The Venice Film Festival, films set in Venice, books…