We are thrilled to be joined by father and son duo Ric and Valentino Guseli on this week’s episode of the Italian Australian Podcast! We’re making history with an exciting first for the podcast — Valentino is an Olympian who has represented Australia in snowboarding at not one, but TWO Winter Olympics!

And there’s an incredible family story behind his success. Valentino’s dad, Ric, is also his coach, and we absolutely loved hearing about their journey together, from the highs and challenges of competing at the highest level to what it’s really like having your dad by your side throughout it all.

Valentino is not only a two-time Olympian, but also a snowboarding world record holder who has competed at countless events around the world. We can’t wait to follow his career and see what the future holds for this incredibly talented yet humble young athlete!

When they’re not busy snowboarding, Ric and Valentino pour their time and passion into something very special and close to their hearts — Nonno’s Garden Bodalla, a beautiful nursery and garden centre offering plants, coffee and everything in between.

Find out more about Valentino and Nonno’s Garden by clicking the links below:

Valentino on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/valentinoguseli?igsh=Mm9qaXdub3BmZW5r

Nonno’s Garden Bodalla on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/nonnosgardenbodalla?igsh=MTNhZG00aDI5eWp3Zw==

Volare Documentary:

https://www.stan.com.au/watch/volare-valentino-guseli-2026

Episode 121: Italian Immigrant tragedies on the Snowy Scheme:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5BlHumRlbht0CV6rXCwvWV?si=m9HSofsnTO2iIuAMS05h9Q&utm_source=copy-link

This week we are joined by return guest, Marco Petta for his 6th episode with us! It’s been a while since Marco’s last episode and a lot has happened. Marco chatted candidly with us about his grief over the recent passing of his beloved father Matteo. We appreciated this open dialogue about the experience of immigrants losing loved ones overseas. On a lighter note, the Little Italy festival starts tomorrow here in Perth as our city hosts multiple Italian soccer teams and many exciting events celebrating all things Italian and Marco is excited to be visiting Perth for this incredible event. There is so much happening, more details are available via the link below:

calcioperth.com

Follow Marco on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/marcopetta_doesthings?igsh=MTBhOW5qdzYwcWtxeQ==

More episodes with Marco:

Episode 18: From Milan to Adelaide featuring Marco Petta

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7im5mozYDhxIMiJgty5hft?si=0K2ij2nTSASgj-s291fjBw&utm_source=copy-link

Episode 31: Marco Petta talks Sanremo 2024

https://open.spotify.com/episode/24j8ex1jOrPlAC9VovWriu?si=HJiZsWeuRiyg8OEOI15wAQ&utm_source=copy-link

Episode 57: Marco Petta always in the action

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0TT9XURwHdUlMD5ecOeEnq?si=NzaWPC5AQA25B3Wac3gFiw&utm_source=copy-link

Episode 64: Marco Petta talks Adelaide Italian Festival 2024

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7ajTYbq2JHDO75EZ60gxIy?si=ThITP_VAT3SuRUTYMg8LdA&utm_source=copy-link

Episode 105: Raising an Italian Australian Baby featuring Marco Petta

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ievQhHspyJQoGGWj80q53?si=t-lgAzOPR5qO87gApA117g&utm_source=copy-link

Ciao Amici thanks for listening to the Italian Australian podcast where we bring you your weekly connection to all things Italian Australian.

We’re joined by the incredibly funny Italian American comedian Anthony Rodia in this episode! We had an absolute ball chatting with Anthony about his Australian comedy tour, family, Italian culture, and the stories that inspire his hilarious stand-up.

The good news? Anthony is back in Australia this week, bringing his hit show to Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne! If you're looking for a night full of laughs, don't miss your chance to see him live.

Grab your tickets at rodiacomedy.com

Follow Anthony on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/rodiacomedy?igsh=MXNlcXdtZ3dtczJwYQ==

Follow Anthony on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/share/1DSHnvFhzb/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Our guest this week joins us from Sydney, we thoroughly enjoyed our chat with Daniele Barresi from Eden Pasticceria, which he owns together with his wife Mary. Daniele is a world champion food carving artist and pastry chef. Our mouths were watering and our stomachs were rumbling as we heard about Daniele’s hard work and dedication to bring top quality authentic food to his customers. Beyond the amazing food we appreciated Daniele opening up and sharing some of the struggles and sacrifices he and Mary experienced in their journey of leaving g Italy to start a new life and family in Australia. If you are in Sydney you will want to visit Eden Pasticceria, you can find them at 221 Great North Road, Five Dock and make sure to follow them on socials via the links below:

Eden Pasticceria on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/edenpasticceria?igsh=ZmE4djA3YWlwajlj

Eden Pasticceria website:

https://www.edenpasticceria.com

Daniele on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/danielebarresi_artist?igsh=MWQwYWMwMGpzOWYzbg==

This episode was recorded during NAIDOC Week, making it the perfect time for a chat with our guest, Brad Vitale. Brad proudly celebrates both his Indigenous Australian and Calabrese heritage. We had a great chat about the many similarities between Italian and Indigenous Australian traditions, family values and community. It was a fascinating conversation, and we learned so much—we think you will too!

Get ready for another mouth-watering episode! This week we're joined by Laura from Alpino Gelato, Australia's first gelato company.

Founded by Laura's Calabrese immigrant grandparents, Alpino Gelato has a rich family history that we're so excited to share. Laura's passion and enthusiasm are contagious, and we loved hearing the story behind the family business, as well as learning what goes into making authentic, traditional gelato.

If you're in Sydney, be sure to visit Alpino Gelato at 90 Addison Road, Marrickville. You can also follow them on social media using the links below:

Alpino on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/alpino_gelato?igsh=MXNwNzNlMnN6dHdlcg==

Alpino Website:

https://alpino.com.au

This week we're joined by Domenico Colosimo, a proud Italian Australian and incredibly talented pizzaiolo, recently crowned Australia's Most Sustainable Pizzaiolo for 2026. We loved chatting all things pizza and hearing Domenico's thoughts on what transforms a good pizza into a truly unforgettable one. He also shares the story behind his family business, Tempo, and the strong sense of community that makes it so special. It's an episode full of passion, tradition, and, of course, delicious conversation!

Domenico on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/expressyouremotion_dc?igsh=MXFhNWRiNXRjd2prOQ==

Tempo on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/temponorthcote?igsh=MWFsbjhkdzg1NXYyNQ==

Tempo linktree:

https://linktr.ee/TempoPizzaPastaBarGelato?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

Ciao amici this is the 150th episode of the Italian Australian Podcast! We are so excited to have reached this milestone and we thank everyone who has supported us along the way, especially our family, Lukas’s wife Vanessa and my fiancé Daniel. We also thank each of our guests and all of you for listening.

Our guest this week is Nella, a proud Italian Australian who immigrated to Australia as a child with her parents and 7 siblings. Nella told us about her family story and we chatted about the admiration she holds for her parents. She told us about how whilst grieving following the death of her mother she chose to write The Golden Olive Tree in her honour, a deeply moving memoir of family and migration.

The Golden Olive Tree on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com.au/Golden-Olive-Tree-Nella-Peel/dp/B0GN9QRRT5

If you want to bring some good luck or get protection from negative energy this is the episode for you! We are chatting with Nicole from Bella Luck Charms on Lygon Street in Melbourne. Nicole founded Bella Luck Charms with her sister and they specialise in beautiful jewellery inspired by the traditional Italian symbols for good luck and protection. You can visit the shopfront on Lygon street or shop online. For more information click the links below:

Bella Luck Charms Website:

https://bellaluckcharms.com

Bella Luck Charms on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/bellaluckcharms?igsh=MTZ0dTRlMWw1cGl2cg==

This episode is proudly sponsored by Leading Digital ICT Services . Leading Digital ICT Services specialise in connecting business with ICT. They offer ICT strategy and risk management, project management, online digital development, cybersecurity and more. To find out how Leading Digital ICT Services can elevate your business visit the website:

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This was a very fun chat with Annalisa from Bella Ciao Travels. Annalisa moved to Perth from Italy and has created this amazing travel company which offers more than simply assistance in booking your Italian holiday, Bella Ciao Travels can design the Italian holiday of your dreams. More details are available at Bella ciao travels.com, you can find them on socials or click on the links below:

Bella Ciao Travels website:

https://www.bellaciaotravels.com

Bella Ciao Travels on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/bellaciaotravels2025?igsh=MXEwdWg4b3BweDhmOQ==

Bella Ciao Travels on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/share/1E7qYPq4bb/?mibextid=wwXIfr

This episode is proudly sponsored by Leading Digital ICT Services . Leading Digital ICT Services specialise in connecting business with ICT. They offer ICT strategy and risk management, project management, online digital development, cybersecurity and more. To find out how Leading Digital ICT Services can elevate your business visit the website:

www.leadingdigitalictservices.com.au