Ishita Sood

The Italophilia Podcast

Society EN ↓ 36 episodes

I'm an Indian and a seasoned Italy traveler. The Italophilia Podcast is where India and Italy meet! This podcast is a culmination of my journey from my two worlds and each episode is recorded in a single sitting- unedited, raw and real. It gives a chance to pause, ponder and learn about language, books and two intertwining cultures! Join my Substack- https://italophilia.substack.com/Follow on Instagram- ItalophiliaBuy me a coffee- https://tinyurl.com/44xeup6vEmail me- info@ishitasood.comWebsite link- https://ishitasood.com/

Author

Ishita Sood

Category

Society

Podcast website

ishitasood.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Why the South of Italy Feels Like India 13.12.2025

In this episode of The Italophilia Podcast, I talk about how the South of Italy feels close to home. I truly didn’t expect the South to feel so familiar but the noise, the kindness and the people felt like I was home in India. Tune in now to listen about my experiences! If you love Italophilia, please do consider supporting the show ⁠⁠⁠⁠ here ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠ Substack ⁠

India & Italy Similarities - Part II 07.12.2025

In this episode of The Italophilia Podcast, I continue talking about the similarities that India and Italy have. Faith, family and festivals are just some of them. If you love this no fluff unedited and raw Italophilia show and would like to support, please do your bit ⁠⁠ here ⁠⁠ Tune in and let me know your thoughts on my Instagram page :)

India & Italy Similarities - Part I 01.12.2025

In this episode of The Italophilia Podcast, I talk about how India and Italy are two cultures that are so similar that it is almost bizzarre! In India for instance our love for food, cambio di stagione and that crazy evil eye, is exactly like that in Italy. Tune in and find out :) If you love The Italophilia Podcast you can support me ⁠ here ⁠ Follow on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠ Substack ⁠

Immersive Guided Experience: Venice 24.11.2025

Close your eyes for a moment-unless you’re driving, of course. This isn’t a travel guide and it’s not a story either. It’s a feeling to visit Venice for a few minutes… slowly, mindfully, as if time itself has stopped! This is a bonus episode for all mindfulness lovers where I also share about Manifest Italy -a short audio that includes 15 affirmations to manifest that Italy trip in your life. Chec...

Why Do I Talk About Italy So Much?? 13.11.2025

In this episode of The Italophilia Podcast, I talk about why I keep returning to Italy in my writing. I share what pulls me in. because this isn’t just about a country; it’s about a feeling that refuses to fade within me. I find Italy in my every day life and choose to share it with you. If you love this episode, please do consider supporting the show ⁠⁠⁠⁠ here ⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can also download my ⁠ Mani...

From My Kitchen in India: The Moka Pot Ritual 06.11.2025

In this episode of The Italophilia Podcast, I take you directly to my kitchen! There’s something sacred about making coffee together, isn't it? I talk about how I discovered the moka pot and why this simple ritual feels like coming home to Italy every single morning. Enjoy the sound of my moka bubbling in your home! If you love the show, please do consider supporting ⁠⁠⁠⁠ here ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow on ⁠...

Learning Italian: Finding Motivation 01.11.2025

In this episode of The Italophilia Podcast, I talk about how to find motivation in your daily life to learn Italian. Even if you are not studying a foreign language, I hope this episode inspires you. Also, if you are looking to make a strong impression in an Italian language interview, check out my 4 page guide here If you love Italophilia, you can support the show ⁠ here ⁠ Follow on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagr...

Italian Food in India: A Journey 27.10.2025

In today’s episode of The Italophilia Podcast , I talk about how Italian food have found their own rhythm in India - from cappuccinos that are never at the right temperature to pizzas in small-town cafés. Italy somehow lives in our Indian way of life. To continue the journey, you can also listen to my Manifesting Italy audio - 90 seconds of affirmations inspired by the same energy. If you love Ita...

Speaking in Italian for YOU- Bonus 25.10.2025

In this special bonus episode of The Italophilia Podcast, I speak in Italian sharing my journey and love for Italy. From my first trip in 2013 to learning the language and embracing the Italian way of life, I reflect on what Italophilia means to me. Grazie for being here and if you loved listening to me speak in Italian do consider supporting the show ⁠ here ⁠ Follow on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠...

Introduction & Expectations 24.10.2025

Welcome to The Italophilia Podcast! I am your host Ishita, and this podcast is a simple and honest space about my reflections and experiences on Italy and India. This podcast is not edited and is each episode is curated in one go without music. I hope you enjoy my voice carrying through! Thank you so much for joining me, more on my Substack If you love Italophilia, buy me a coffee ⁠ here ⁠

India and Italy Reflections 24.10.2025

In this first episode of The Italophilia Podcast, I share memories from my last trip to Italy in 2022. I reflect on how travel shapes our perspective and the small moments that leave a lasting impression. I also talk about my Italophilia Travel Journal , a collection of 20 prompts for anyone who has traveled to Italy or misses it once they’re back home - a simple way to capture your own memories a...

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