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 as part of The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper. Together, they explore what it means to tell the story of a fragile, beloved city through an international lens.

What happens when a global media giant turns its cameras on Venice? How does storytelling impact preservation? And what was it like, for Erica, to walk through the calli and canals with a microphone in hand and a mission to share Venice’s truth?

Whether you love Venice, live in Venice, or dream of Venice — this conversation is a must-listen.

🔑 Key Show Notes:

• What inspired Erica Hill and CNN to create Saving Venice

• Behind-the-scenes moments from filming in the city

• Erica Hill’s personal impressions of Venice

• The challenge of balancing beauty with urgency in storytelling

• Reflections on overtourism, climate change, and local voices

• How media can be a force for cultural preservation

• Monica’s own perspective as a Venetian insider

✨ Credits:

Hosted by Monica Cesarato

Produced by Monica Cesarato, Sentire Media

Guest: Erica Hill from CNN

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