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In this conversation, Bob Sorrentino interviews Kristen Hertzog about her journey of relocating from the United States to Italy, exploring her family heritage, the challenges of obtaining dual citizenship, and the cultural differences she has encountered. Kristen shares her experiences of living in a small Italian village, the bureaucratic hurdles she faced, and the importance of language in building relationships. They also discuss the romanticized view of Italian life versus the reality, and how both Italian-Americans and Italians perceive each other's cultural identities. Kristen emphasizes the significance of preserving ancestral stories through her YouTube channel, which documents her experiences and insights.

Kristen Hertzog is a YouTube Influencer from Pennsylvania currently living in Sicily and documenting her experiences as an Italian-American applying for citizenship. Check out her YouTube channel. anywherewithkristen
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Takeaways
Both sides of my family are from Italy.
The dual citizenship process is not for the weak of heart.
Living in Italy is different from visiting as a tourist.
Cultural expectations can lead to misunderstandings.
Language is key to building relationships in Italy.
The Italian bureaucracy can be challenging to navigate.
It's important to be flexible and patient with the process.
Creating authentic content helps share real experiences.
Preserving ancestral stories is vital for future generations.
Italian-Americans often romanticize their heritage.


Sound Bites
"It's not for the weak of heart."
"You have to be flexible and willing to jump through hoops."
"I think that the biggest thing is expectations."
"It's hard to live here."
"The grass really is always greener on the other side."
"Nobody cares. You're a foreigner."
"I wanted to take a different twist to that content."
"We are equally as guilty of romanticizing."
"It's a striking thing to think about."

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