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Rocco and Tony thought it would be fitting to bring back one of their first BringYourGuardDown podcast guest for another go around.   This time we look into what has been going on with the wedding industry in terms of videography among other topics.  Enjoys yourself.  

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Rocco and Tony sit down with Mauro Lombardi, who immigrated to Canada with his parents in 1961. Within just a few short years, he went on to earn both his 'Italian" PhD and BA in neighborhood studies. This episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the journey of an early Italian immigrant and the determination it took to build a life in a new world.

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Rocco and Tony discuss many more Italian subjects from why Italian always want to pay cash, the nona guilt trip, astrology and the link to Italian desserts and more.  

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In this episode Rocco and Tony sit down with Martin Ross to discuss the amazing journey of his grandfather Salvator Ucci and how he became Sam Ross.  From Abruzzi to the US then to Canada in the 1920s.  The legacy of his grandfather and what he had to endure as an early Italian immigrant.  An amazing story!

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Rocco and Tony discuss many Italian subjects from why Italian Americans call Sugo, gravy, what is the evil eye and how to protect against it, Nutella and Italian Superstitions or as Rocco calls is Stupidstitions.  

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Rocco and Tony discuss a number of current event issues.  Have fun!

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Long before Eataly and others, there was Nino D’Aversa Bakery. Established in 1969, they've been committed to delivering top-quality breads, pizzas, pastries, and more. In this special first on-location episode of the BringYourGuardDown podcast, Rocco and Tony sit down with Elio, the owner of the Thornhill location. Elio shares insights into the bakery's daily operations and the evolving demographics of the area. It's an engaging and often hilarious look at the journey of this iconic spot.

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Rocco and Tony discuss all things fitness, health and other oddities with Trainer Drew.  

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In this episode, Rocco and Tony catch up with Joey D from Buon Giorno Caffe and Panini, a local gem in Etobicoke. Joey shares the incredible journey of his family business, which began in the mid-1960s as an Italian grocery store and butcher shop started by his father. Together, they explore how the neighbourhood has changed over the decades—socially, culturally, and economically—through the unique lens of the Italian-Canadian experience. A conversation filled with memories, tradition, and a whole lot of flavour.

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Rocco and Tony do a deep dive on the effects of the Italian Marijuana on the Italian population.  

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