{"podcast":{"title":"ITALIAN, FOR SURE  |  Conversations with Italians in Italy About Italian Culture","slug":"italian-for-sure-conversations-with-italians-in-italy-about-italian-culture-6853268","podcast_index_feed_id":6853268,"rss_url":"https://rss.art19.com/italian-for-sure","website_url":"https://art19.com/shows/italian-for-sure","image_url":"https://content.production.cdn.art19.com/images/e1/7b/cb/6e/e17bcb6e-6e10-4749-ba85-05cceb60d9fb/46d2e6d841ae58cd9f9e5e638284b731716f6f15f61a9b3aaa166b63f144a1b32380e1e07b9e8d3008c89ccc0ff6c1077a687c3584c3cdd541ae7686fcc1b426.jpeg","author":"Catrin Skaperdas","episode_count":20,"summary":"Your ultimate (and accurate) guide to Italian culture! ITALIAN, FOR SURE goes beyond the cliches and stereotypes to reveal the true Italian way of living. Catrin Skaperdas, an American living in Italy, hosts lively interviews with locals in an effort to give Italians the (befitting) stage to passionately share their wisdom, stories and insights about Italy. * Join the ITALIAN, FOR SURE Trip to Italy! https://italianforsurepodcast.beehiiv.com * ITALIAN, FOR SURE is perfect for listeners who desire to learn more about Italian culture, dream of moving to Italy, plan on visiting or studying abroad in Italy, or have Italian roots or heritage. It covers topics that help develop your cultural awareness, making it easier to navigate Italy, and equip you with fun facts to share. Listen and embark on a culturally rich journey every other Wednesday at 6:00am CEST that will transport you to different corners of Italy through the voices of locals who make this country truly special. Italians will set the record straight, allowing you to know what’s truly Italian and what’s not by unveiling hidden gems about the Italian customs. 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Did you know that? Or how about the fact that a woman cannot legally thaw eggs she’s had frozen in Italy to use them unless she is in a documented heterosexual relationship; Blows your mind, right? * Join the ITALIAN, FOR SURE Trip to Italy! https://italianforsurepodcast.beehiiv.com * Milanese local Giulia Lavinia Futura Baroni and host Catrin Austin Skaperdas have an entertaining and uncensored conversation about Italian culture inclusive of: Middle Names Popular Given Names, like Giulia: If you grew up in Italy during the 1990s, half of your friends were named Giulia. Religion in a Modern Society: While Italian-Americans fiercely preserve old-school Catholic traditions, modern young families in Northern Italy are increasingly raising their kids completely detached from the Church. Dating, Sex, and Circumcision: An unfiltered look into Italy's view regarding sexual culture, dating rules, and modern intimacy. Fashion in Milan : Milanese fashion is effortless elegance. Egg Freezing: We look at the practical, emotional, and financial realities of freezing your eggs in Italy. Surrogacy : Surrogacy is illegal in Italy. Italian Food: Why Italians don't all balloon in weight despite eating pasta and pizza nearly daily comes down to ingredient quality, processing standards, and walking culture. Trigger Warning: This episode contains open conversations regarding sex, anatomy, and reproductive topics. Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. 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