GrowingUpItalian
GrowingUpItalian
For 10 years, Growing Up Italian is proud to be one of the biggest voices in Italian and Italian-American culture. Hosted by cousins Rocco and Sabino, the podcast has been running for 8 years, sharing food, comedy, family stories, and conversations with influential Italian guests from around the world. We're proud to support our community, uplift our culture, and unite Italians and Italian-culture lovers around the world. Each Sunday, we're dropping a brand new episode packed with fresh takes on the Italian lifestyle, featuring hilarious stories, real talk, and special guests from all corners...
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GrowingUpItalian
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Latest episode
Jul 5, 2026
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Episodes
Giana Carli & Nicky Smigs talk Chicago, LA and Growing Up Italian 31.10.2024 59:08
EPISODE 342. Sabino and Rocco sit down with Chicago Natives, Giana Carli and Nicky Smigs. Giana didn't show up empty handed and brought some amazing pastries (with the help of a guy named Anthony on line) that the crew try during the show. This was non-stop action as the 4 compare Chicago with New York, talk about their passion and pride for Italian culture. This one really felt like sitting down...
Milena and Alexa talk Growing Up Italian in Connecticut and Real Estate 23.10.2024 59:46
EPISODE 341. Sabino and Rocco sit down with Connecticut's very own, Milena and Alexa. The crew get together to talk about the finest things that Connecticut has to offer, the "Pizza Capital of America" debate, Real Estate and when the "perfect time to buy" actually is. Be sure to follow Milena here https://www.instagram.com/milena_ctrealtor Follow Alexa here https://www.instagram.com/alexa.sells_c...
Tony Dabas takes over the Growing Up Italian Podcast 15.10.2024 1:00:01
EPISODE 340. Sabino and Rocco sit down with Tony Dabas, Italian by affiliation to talk about life growing up in Staten Italy, his passion for driving ice cream trucks and Kung Fu, a life changing moment that made him pursue comedy again and so much more. We call this one, the Tony D Takeover! Be sure to follow Tony here https://www.instagram.com/tonydcomedy Follow Sabino here https://instagram.com...
Burrata Babe talks Chinese Food Season, Being Queen of the Belt Parkway 10.10.2024 1:10:33
EPISODE 339. Sabino and Rocco sit down with the Burrata Babe to eat some Chinese Food together (no, we're not joking). The three talk about Denise's upbringing in Brooklyn, when it's actually Chinese Food season, the reason for the name 'Burrata Babe', weird food habits, and so much more. This is an episode that was a lot of fun from start to finish! Be sure to follow Denise here https://www.insta...
Ivana Bonetti talks North End Boston and Growing Up Italian 06.10.2024 58:22
EPISODE 338. Sabino sits down with Ivana to talk about her upbringing in Boston's North End, some interesting Italian phrases from the North End and her career in comedy. Be sure to follow Ivana here https://www.instagram.com/bonetti_ivana Follow Sabino here https://instagram.com/sabinocurcio To shop our merchandise, visit https://www.growingupitaliangui.com Be sure to check our Instagram https://...
Boston Deli Boys Tommy Guarino and Prosciutto Papi talk Growing Up Italian in Boston 29.09.2024 1:00:21
EPISODE 337. Sabino and Mario sit down with Tommy G and Prosciutto Papi from Boston to talk all about the culture in Boston, the popularity of the Deli Boys series, what's to come in the future and so much more! Be sure to follow Tommy here https://www.instagram.com/tommy.guarino Follow Prosciutto here https://www.instagram.com/theprosciuttopapi Follow Sabino here https://instagram.com/sabinocurci...
Rita from Cucina Palermo talks Growing Up Sicilian and Italian Cuisine 22.09.2024 1:15:03
EPISODE 336. Sabino and Rocco sit down with Rita from Cucina Palermo to talk about her old school Sicilian upbringing, passion for cooking, and brand new cookbook! Rita show how her personality is so much more than just someone who loves to cook. Be sure to follow Rita here https://www.instagram.com/cucinapalermo_rita Follow Sabino here https://instagram.com/sabinocurcio Follow Rocco here https://...
Who is the Rizzler? 15.09.2024 55:01
EPISODE 335. Sabino and Rocco sit down with viral internet star, the Rizzler and Mario Bosco. On this episode, Rizzler learns some Italian, talks about some of his favorite Italian foods, hobbies, movies, things to do on his free time, and even goes head to head vs Mario in some fun games. This is an episode you surely do not want to miss. Be sure to follow The Rizzler here https://www.instagram.c...
Frank Moyo talks Growing Up Italian, life in Toronto and Calabria 08.09.2024 59:11
EPISODE 335. Rocco sits down with Italian-Canadian Frank Moyo to talk about Frank's Calabrese upbringing in Toronto, his passion for Italian music and culture, and his incredible relationship with his Nonni. Be sure to follow Frank here https://instagram.com/frankmoyomusic Follow Rocco here https://instagram.com/rocloguercio To shop our merchandise, visit https://www.growingupitaliangui.com Be sur...
Anthony Demonte Returns and Talks Barese Style 01.09.2024 51:43
EPISODE 334. Anthony Demonte sits down with Sabino and Rocco for another episode together to talk about everything he's been up to since the first episode together, the amazing DeFonte's family business, boxing, catch phrases and so much more! Be sure to follow Anthony here https://instagram.com/ademonte13 Follow Sabin o here https://instagram.com/sabinocurcio Follow Rocco here https://instagram.c...
Lisa Ann talks Growing Up Italian and latest Wine Venture 25.08.2024 1:09:58
EPISODE 333. Sabino sits down with Big Joe and Lisa Ann to talk about her Italian upbringing in Pennsylvania, her latest business venture and so much more. Be sure to follow Lisa Ann here https://instagram.com/thereallisaann Follow Big Joe here https://instagram.com/bigjoegambino2 Follow Sabino here https://instagram.com/sabinocurcio To shop our merchandise, visit https://www.growingupitaliangu...
Vincent Curatola, Vookum and Buckley talk Watches 18.08.2024 1:19:30
EPISODE 332. Sabino sits down with Vincent Curatola, Vookum and Buckley to talk about how Vince first started acting, the legend of Johnny Sack, growing up in New Jersey and the watch business. Be sure to follow Vincent here https://instagram.com/vince_curatola Follow Vookum here https://instagram.com/vookum Follow Sabino here https://instagram.com/sabinocurcio To shop our merchandise, visit ht...
Mocho talks passion for American cuisine and Growing Up Italian in Milan 11.08.2024 1:01:11
EPISODE 331. Sabino and Rocco sit down with an Italian who is so infatuated with American cuisine, he started his own burger business in Italy, Mocho. The crew sit down to talk about what inspired Mocho to be so in love with the American culture, Mocho's quest to create the perfect burger and so much more! @Mochohf Be sure to follow Mocho here https://instagram.com/theviplistnyc Follow Sabino here...
The VIP List - Where You Should Eat in NYC 04.08.2024 1:01:13
EPISODE 330. Sabino and Rocco sit down with professional foodies Meg Radice and Audrey Jongens, co-founders of @TheVIPList , to talk everything you need to know about food in New York City. The girls give their unbiased opinions on so many restaurants, share some of their best/worst dining experiences and provide many restaurants that everyone should go visit in the NYC area. Go cry about it. Be s...
Alessia Deandra talks Montreal, Dating & Growing Up Italian 28.07.2024 1:18:27
EPISODE 329. Sabino and Rocco sit down with Alessia, host of @XTHEPODCAST to talk about the culture in Montreal, dating, podcasting, and so much more. Watch as Alessia puts Sabino on the hot seat. Be sure to follow Alessia here https://instagram.com/aledeandra Follow Sabino here https://instagram.com/sabinocurcio Follow Rocco here https://instagram.com/rocloguercio To shop our merchandise, visit h...
Mario Bosco vs Big Joe Gambino - The Growing Up Italian Superstars 21.07.2024 1:08:56
EPISODE 328. Sabino and Rocco sit down with the GUI Superstars, Mario Bosco and Big Joe Gambino for a showdown you don't wanna miss. Be sure to follow Mario here https://instagram.com/marioboscocomedy Be sure to follow Big Joe here https://instagram.com/bigjoegambino2 Check out Joe's 🚬 https://sangiuseppecigars.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaaBVm7KuW2yOHgPyeUfSBNpTBruC4EE1ybAIPyrtjs9P5DBCdzIyY8X...
Luchè Returns on the Growing Up Italian Podcast 14.07.2024 1:19:44
EPISODE 327. Sabino and Rocco sit down with Luchè and talk about the reunion of Co'Sang, Luchè's music career, why it's important for music artists to invest in their own concert and how to be business smart in the music industry. Be sure to follow Luchè here https://instagram.com/luche_official Follow Sabino here https://instagram.com/sabinocurcio Follow Rocco here https://instagram.com/rocloguer...
Anthony "The Big Cheese" Mongiello talks Invention of Stuff Crust Pizza and Mozzarella Cheese sticks 07.07.2024 1:27:11
EPISODE 326. Sabino and Rocco sit down with owner of formaggio cheese, Anthony "The Big Cheese" Mongiello. Anthony talks about his humble upbringing in Brooklyn, New York, the importance of always believing in yourself, and how he invented the stuff crust pizza and mozzarella cheese sticks. Be sure to follow Formaggio here https://instagram.com/formaggiocheese Follow Sabino here https://instagram....
Johnny Drinks talk Growing Up Italian 30.06.2024 1:15:55
EPISODE 325. After Sabino and Rocco were guests on their show, the father-son duo behind Johnny Drinks, John Sr and John Jr sit down with Sabino and Rocco on GUI to talk about their upbringing, life with social media, New Jersey, and even give some valuable business/networking advice. We hope you enjoy this episode as the John's are true class acts. @JohnnyDrinks Be sure to follow John Jr here htt...
Louisa and Joy Galante talk New Jersey & Growing Up Italian 24.06.2024 1:05:48
EPISODE 324. Joy and Louisa Galante sit down with Sabino and Rocco to talk about their upbringing, life with social media, following Italian traditions and so much more. Be sure to follow Louisa here https://www.tiktok.com/@louisagalante Follow Sabino here https://instagram.com/sabinocurcio Follow Rocco here https://instagram.com/rocloguercio To shop our merchandise, visit https://www.growingupita...
JoJo Pellegrino talks about legendary Music Career and Growing Up Italian 16.06.2024 56:48
EPISODE 323. JoJo sits down with Sabino and Rocco to talk about his upbringing in Staten Island, how he first got into music, his amazing music career, and even gives some heartfelt advice to the GUI guys. By the end of this podcast, you'll definitely have gained true knowledge because they really don't make them like JoJo. Be sure to follow JoJo here https://www.instagram.com/jojopellegrino Follo...
Sal 'The Voice' Valentinetti talks Music, Italian American Pride and Growing Up Italian 09.06.2024 1:12:13
EPISODE 321. Sal Valentinetti sits down with Sabino and Rocco to talk about his inspirational journey that led him to where he is today, his passion for the Italian American culture, and what his life has been like lately. We hope you enjoy this episode! Be sure to follow Sal here https://www.instagram.com/salthevoice Follow Sabino here https://instagram.com/sabinocurcio Follow Rocco here https://...
Kathy Quad and Tommy Bracco talk Staten Island, Family and Growing Up Italian 02.06.2024 1:04:54
EPISODE 320. Kathy Quadrato and Tommy Bracco join Sabino and Rocco for a hilarious episode. The crew talk about how their core memories always include family, they discover Kathy's hidden talent, and talk about how Kathy started making cooking videos. Then they get into Tommy's career on stage and on reality TV, their Italian upbringing in Staten Island and even have some fun trying out some riddl...
The Pasta Queen talks about life in Rome, Pasta and Growing Up Italian 26.05.2024 1:11:46
EPISODE 319. This one was truly a long time coming as Sabino and Rocco finally sit down with The Pasta Queen herself. On this episode, they talk about Pasta Queen's upbringing in Rome, what brought her to the United States, her passion for cooking and why/how she started creating cooking content, and her latest ventures with her very own sauce brand as well as her very own cookbook! @thepastaqueen...
Italian American with QCP 19.05.2024 1:10:43
EPISODE 318. Sabino and Rocco sit down with Gianluca aka QCP to talk about his brand new cookbook, the italian lifestyle/culture, and some more exciting things to come Be sure to follow QCP here https://www.instagram.com/itsqcp Follow Sabino here https://instagram.com/sabinocurcio Follow Rocco here https://instagram.com/rocloguercio To shop our merchandise, visit https://www.growingupitaliangui.co...
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