Una Storia ItaliAnna | Learn Italian Podcast

Una Storia ItaliAnna | Learn Italian Podcast

Author: Anna F Language: Italian Episodes: 100
Join Anna F for Una Storia ItaliAnna, a unique blend of language and discovery designed to feel less like a lesson and more like a conversation with a friend who knows Italy intimately. As an experienced teacher, Anna guides intermediate learners through rich, immersive episodes conducted almost entirely in Italian, focusing on the natural rhythm of the language as it’s woven into discussions about culture, history, and the nuances of everyday Italian life. This approach is crafted to build comprehension and fluency gradually, by simply listening. Each episode also features the ‘Hidden Italy with Anna’ segment, a standalone part of the podcast that opens a window to Italy's lesser-known corners. Here, Anna shares fascinating stories about local traditions, overlooked towns, and cultural gems, making this portion accessible and enjoyable for anyone with a curiosity for Italy, regardless of their language level. It’s a two-fold journey: deepen your command of Italian through engaging content, and then satisfy your wanderlust by uncovering the stories most guidebooks miss. Tune in to this podcast for a genuine and layered exploration that goes beyond vocabulary lists, offering a meaningful connection to the heart and soul of Italy through its language and its hidden landscapes.
Episodes
#81 Usage of Italian in Advertising [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:03
In this episode, Anna speaks about advertising in Italy, and how the Italian language is used and adapted for ads. You can read an interactive transcript of this episode (which highlights the words as they're spoken) whi…
#80 Let's go to Treviso [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:40
In this episode, Anna speaks about her trip to Treviso. There's even a guest appearance from her dog, Kiki, who was keen to get involved after hearing the last episode, which was about pizza! You can read an interactive…
#79 Anna's Friday Night Pizza and the origins of pizza [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:58
In this episode, Anna speaks about her habit of having a good pizza at the end of the week and the origins of Italy's most famous food. You can read an interactive transcript of this episode (which highlights the words a…
#78 Venice Carnival and why Venetians temporarily leave the city [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:41
In this episode, Anna speaks about the history of Venetian Carnival and why Venetians leave the city during this chaotic time. You can read an interactive transcript of this episode (which highlights the words as they're…
#77 It's my birthday! I'm an Aquarius... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:17
In this episode, Anna talks about how she used to celebrate her birthday as a kid and how things have changed over the years. She also speaks about zodiac signs. You can read an interactive transcript of this episode (wh…
#76 Fresh Italian pasta & how to make it [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:43
In this episode, Anna speaks about her YouTube video to make pasta and recommends other Italian tutorials to watch to get inspiration. After listening, you can check out the recipe video here. You can read an interactive…
#75 Buon Anno a tutti! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:10
In this episode, Anna speaks about her New Year's Eve and the celebrations in Venice. You can read an interactive transcript of this episode (which highlights the words as they're spoken) whilst listening via LanguaTalk.…
#74 The end of the year... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:50
In this episode, Anna greets all her listeners and students, wishing Buon Natale and Felice Anno Nuovo, and giving some hints of what's coming next year.
#73 Illness [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:02
In this episode Anna, speaks about her flu and cold to give you the opportunity to learn more vocabulary about health conditions. You can read an interactive transcript of this episode (which highlights the words as they…
#72 Let's go to...Trentino Alto Adige [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:32
In this episode Anna speaks about a weekend spent in Trentino Alto Adige, discovering new places and experiencing the phenomenon of the Italian foliage. You can read an interactive transcript of this episode (which highl…