Venice Talks

In this episode Monica is talking to Marisa Convento and Alessia Fuga, respectively president and vice-president of the Committee for the Safeguarding of the Art of Venetian Glass Beads. We talked about the history of this art, about the importance of the community involved and of Venice but above all about the insertion into the Unesco Intangible Cultural Heritage List. Join us on a fascinating j...

In this episode Monica is talking to Renato Carrain, Venetian hotelier from Angelo Art Hotel in Venice. All' Angelo Art hotel is an hotel with a difference: art is at the forefront. For countless years, art has been the undisputed star of the Angelo Art Hotel: since 1924, in fact, it has been an art archive and home to important artists such as Matisse, Braque, Picasso, Pizzinato, Vedova, Guttuso,...

In this episode Monica answers questions received through social medias about Venice. Let's discover about the depth of canals, about do & don'ts in the city and much more. Are you ready for a Venetian adventure like no other? Join us on our podcast as we dive into the enchanting city of Venice and answer all your burning questions about this mystical destination. From gondola rides along the...

In this episode Monica is talking to Valeria Finocchi, director of Museo di Palazzo Grimani in Venice. Museo di Palazzo Grimani is a Venetian palace, a one of a kind building in the city of water. With Valeria we discovered its history and that of its owners, the Grimany family. We talked about the importance of its incredible collection and what makes this Museum so different from all the others...

In this episode Monica is talking to Maria Gabriella Emiliani from Antichità al Ghetto in Venice, an antiquity lover's dream. Opened in 2006, this true Aladdin's cave is located a stone's throw from the Ponte delle Guglie, in the heart of one of the most evocative places in Venice, the Ghetto Vecchio. Elisabetta, Giuliano and Maria Gabriella, with flair and imagination, have transformed an old aba...

In this episode Monica is talking to Marco Capovilla, founder of Venice Tap Water, a project dedicated to bring awareness to the problem of the use of plastic bottles in Venice. You can drink the water in Venice by using the public fountains and save yourself the expense and waste of bottled water. Tap water comes from Venetian mainland, and it's fresh and tasty. Marco explains how to help the cit...

In this episode Monica is talking to Desi Marangon & Alberto Toso Fei about I Graffiti Di Venezia, a book which investigates over 6,000 antique graffiti in the city of Venice. We discovered the oldest graffiti in the city, the most interesting and how the book and project came about. Explore the captivating world of graffiti in Venice through our latest podcast episode! Immerse yourself in the...

In this episode Monica is talking to Cesare Benelli, chef and owner of the historic restaurant Al Covo in Venice. We talked about a great new initiative called Osti in Orto, an association of local Venetian restaurateurs dedicated to grow their own produce in Venice. We talked about Venetian cuisine and also about what to eat in Venice in Spring! A delicious episode! Discover the mouthwatering fla...

In this episode Monica is talking to Cecelia Pierotti, American musician, who in 2019 moved to Venice as a resident. We talked about the difficulty of moving to Italy from a point of view of the logistics but also what it means to live in a new country and a particular city like Venice. Welcome to the magical city of Venice, Italy! Ever wondered what it's like for a foreigner to make the bold move...

In this episode Monica is talking to Markus Reymann, director & co-founder of Ocean Space. Ocean Space , located in the church of San Lorenzo in Venice, a planetary center for exhibitions, research and public programs catalyzing critical ocean literacy, collaborative research, and environmental advocacy through the arts. Established and led by TBA21–Academy and building on its expansive work o...

In this episode Monica is talking to Alessandro Marzo Magno, Venetian writer & journalist about the history and anecdotes of Venice. Graduated in Venetian history at the University of Venice, he is the author of 20 books and has edited other volumes of essays. With the air of a reporter and with the rigor of the historian, Alessandro took me on an exciting walk through the centuries to reconst...

In this episode Monica is talking Romena Brugnerotto Venetian blogger at RomInVenice: we talked about the never ending saga of the entry tax in Venice, of the not so uncommon low water tide, of a typical slow day in Venice, of upcoming cultural events and exhibition in the city.

In this episode Monica is talking to Ornella Naccari, CEO of On View Weddings & Experience in Venice. We talked about their tours based on Shakespeare's plays, like the Othello and The Merchant of Venice as well as life in Venice. Embark on a poetic voyage through the Venetian canals with our latest podcast episode, unraveling the enchanting tales of Shakespearean wonders in this iconic city....

In this episode Monica is talking to Marianna Zampieri from Cats In Venice. A very feline episode all dedicated to one of the most loved animals in the city of water: cats. Marianna talks about her love for cats and what took her to create a project which produced 3 photogra[hic books and a calendar dedicated to Venetian Felines. Embark on a whimsical journey through the enchanting alleys and cana...

In this episode Monica is talking to Béatrice de Reyniès, director of Fondazione dell’Albero d’Oro in Venice. Fondazione dell'Albero d'Oro was founded in 2019 with the aim of restoring life and soul to Palazzo Vendramin Grimani, formerly known as Palazzo Grimani Marcello, one of the most beautiful buildings overlooking the Grand Canal in Venice. It presents and compares past and present artistic e...

In this episode Monica is talking to Carla Toffolo, director of Venice Office for International Private Committees for the Safeguarding of Venice, as well as member of Europa Nostra and Wiki Loves Monuments. During the episode we talked about the huge commitment to preserve Venice by all the organisation which are part of the International Private Committees for the Safeguarding of Venice. We talk...

In this episode Monica is talking to Melissa Conn, director of the Venice office of Save Venice Inc. Since 1971 Save Venice is the leading American nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the artistic heritage of Venice, Italy. With Melissa we talked about all the project the organisation is following as well as how people can support their work. Step behind the scenes of Venice's cultural...

In this episode Monica is talking to Allison Zurfluh, writer and promoter of sustainable tourism in Venice. We talked about her children's book Lia leaves the library, about living on the island of Murano and how inspiring the lagoon of Venice can be. Dive into the intricate tapestry of Venice's lagoon ecosystem on our latest podcast episode, where we unravel the secrets and challenges that define...

In this episode Monica is talking to Jean-Paul Morselli from Classic Boats Venice, a company located on the island of La Certosa dedicated to restoring old Venetian traditional boats and also to promote Venice visiting in a sustainable way using electric boats. A fun chat! Experience the serenity of Venice's canals like never before on our latest podcast episode, where we navigate the city's water...

In this episode Monica is talking to Elena Alamansi, part of the team of Row Venice. Row Venice is an all female association dedicated to teach Voga alla Veneta, that is Venetian Rowing Style. Elena explained how to join a rowing lesson, about the Historic Regata and life in Venice as a young Venetian. Dip your oars into the magical waters of Venice as we navigate the unique experience of learning...

In this episode Monica is talking to Roberta Zennaro, Venetian Travel Blogger & Food Technologist. We talked about sustainable tourism, how to visit Venice in a more ethical way and about how many different experiences you can try in the city. Embark on a conscious journey to the enchanting canals of Venice with our latest podcast episode, dedicated to exploring sustainable travel practices an...

In this episode Monica is talking to Eliane Nagata, curator for ICI Venice. ICI Venice stands for the International Cultural Institute, a non profit cultural whose objective is to develop international cultural resonances between East and West . It empowers cross culture projects and promotes local heritage by giving keys to visitors and tourists. With Eliane we talked about all upcoming events. E...

In this episode Monica is talking to Piero Dei, a.k.a Il Forcolaio Matto, the fourth and youngest oarlock maker in Venice, who has always been in love with Venetian boats and rowing. We chatted about how Voga alla Veneta differs from other style of rowing, about the art of the oarlock maker and the importance of crafts in Venice. Embark on a captivating journey through the winding canals of Venice...

In this episode Monica is talking to Jelena Ivanisevic, the architect of Scuola Grande San Giovanni Evangelista in Venice. We discover what a Scuola is in Venice, what beautiful art you can find at San Giovanni Evangelista and the history of the Scuola. "Step back in time and immerse yourself in the grandeur of Scuola Grande San Giovanni Evangelista in Venice with our latest podcast episode! 🏛️✨...

In this episode Monica is talking to Lorenzo Cinotti of Venezia Da Vivere, a Venetian company dedicated to the organisation of events and digital communication in Venice. We talked about the Venice Fashion Week and sustainable crafts and life in Venice. Dive into the vibrant tapestry of Venezia da Vivere, a visionary agency shaping the narrative of Venice through bespoke communication strategies,...