Bada Bing Bayou
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Bada Bing Bayou

Patrick Ross Campesi and Lawrence Joseph Ingraffia

English United States Society & Culture
Recently Active · Publishes weekly

Key Metrics

Episodes
25
In catalog
Apple Rating
5.0 / 5
1 Apple ratings
Cadence
Weekly
~every 7 days
Avg Length
27m
Per episode
Latest
Feb 26, 2026
Recently Active

About the Show

Bada Bing Bayou is where South Sicilian roots meet Southern charm. Hosted by Lawrence Ingraffia and Patrick Campesi, this podcast dives into the experiences of young Italian American professionals who straddle the line between their rich heritage and modern identity. From family traditions and old-school values to business, culture, and the feeling of never being "Italian enough," we explore what it means to celebrate our roots while carving our own paths. Whether you're sipping espresso or stirring a gumbo, join us for real talk, laughs, and a fresh take on Italian American life in the South.

Partnership & Audience Signals

Established Catalog

25 episodes — long track record

Production & Distribution

Active Since
Jun 15, 2025
Consistency
7%
Format
Episodic
Hosting
anchor.fm

Recent Episodes

S2E3 S2E3: IASJS St Joseph's Parade in New Orleans (cont.) - The Italian American Super Bowl 2026

Feb 26, 2026 1h 6m

Patrick and Lawrence sit down with Tony Cortello of the Italian American St. Joseph’s Society for a conversation rooted in history, heritage, and the Sicilian American experience in Louisiana. The…

S2E2 S2E2: IASJS St Joseph Parade in New Orleans - The Italian American Super Bowl 2026

Feb 19, 2026 51m

Lawrence and Patrick sit down with Julianna Papa and Ashleigh Fonte of the Italian American St. Joseph’s Society to talk all things Sicilian, community, and New Orleans. We dive into the history and…

S2E1 S2E1: Duck Season to Wedding Season

Feb 05, 2026 21m

Negroni Nights is back for 2026. Lawrence talks duck hunting in Sportsman’s Paradise while Patrick shares how he popped the question. A fun, laid-back catch-up to kick off the year.

S1E14 Gravy, Gumbo, Gators and Game Day: Things to Do in Louisiana

Nov 09, 2025 24m

From food and festivals to parades, LSU, and the great outdoors, Lawrence and Patrick dive into why Louisiana earns its nickname as the Sportsman’s Paradise.

S1E15 The Paisan Dating Playbook: Dating in Italian-America

Nov 02, 2025 32m

Lawrence and Patrick break down the ins and outs of dating in Italian-American culture, exploring traditions, expectations, and modern twists on family and relationships.

S1E17 Italian American Heritage Month: The Future of Italian America - A Call to the Next Generation (Pt. 4)

Oct 26, 2025 28m

In the final episode of our Italian American Heritage Month series, Patrick and Lawrence look at where we stand today—and where we go from here. From fading traditions to a renewed sense of identity,…

Negroni Nights: The Life of a Showgirl, AI in Finance and Law

Oct 23, 2025 16m

In this episode of Negroni Nights, Lawrence and Patrick start behind the screen—discussing how artificial intelligence is reshaping industries like finance and law. From predictive analytics on Wall…

S1E16 Italian American Heritage Month: From Spaghetti to Stardom - How Italian America Defined Mid-Century US Culture - Pt.3

Oct 22, 2025 36m

In this third installment of our Italian American Heritage Month series, Patrick and Lawrence explore the post-WWII boom years when Italian America went mainstream. They trace how family kitchens…

S2E2 Negroni Nights: Taylor Swift, Sports Bets and... AI?

Oct 16, 2025 28m

In this round of Negroni Nights, Patrick and Lawrence pour one up and dive into a little bit of everything—Taylor Swift’s pop-culture takeover, the wild world of sports betting, why car insurance…

S1E12 Italian American Heritage Month: From 1891 to WWII: The Trials and Triumphs of Italian America - Pt. 2

Oct 12, 2025 30m

In part two of Bada Bing Bayou’s Italian American Heritage Month series, Patrick and Lawrence trace the complex history of Italian Americans from the 1891 New Orleans lynching—the largest mass…

S2E1 Negroni Nights - Pilot - How Bada Bing Bayou Was Created

Oct 07, 2025 16m

Two friends, one Negroni, and a wild idea. In our kickoff, we tell the real origin story of Bada Bing Bayou: the kitchen-table napkin sketch, borrowed mics, the first shoot in a too-hot garage, and…

S1E14 Italian American Heritage Month: From Reconstruction to Reckoning - Pt. 1

Oct 05, 2025 30m

Ep 1: From Reconstruction to Reckoning (1865–1891)Bada Bing Bayou kicks off Italian American Heritage Month with a hard look at the first wave of Sicilian and Southern Italian migration after the…

S1E13 Sunshine & Baby Bottles: Patrick & Lawrence Catch-Up

Sep 28, 2025 15m

Patrick shares his move to Florida, Lawrence talks about becoming an uncle, and the two catch up on everything that’s been going on in their lives.

S1E12 In Tune with Tradition: A Conversation with Lena Prima

Sep 07, 2025 36m

Patrick and Lawrence sit down with renowned singer and bandleader Lena Prima, daughter of the legendary Louis Prima, to talk music, heritage, and the lasting power of Italian American culture. From…

S1E11 2025 Spring Serata Recap

Aug 24, 2025 26m

Lawrence and Patrick sit down to relive the magic of the Second Annual Spring Serata, a lively cocktail party hosted by the St. Expedite Lodge of the Order Italian Sons and Daughters of America. From…

S1E10 The Man Behind the March: Judge Anthony Russo & the St. Joseph Parade

Aug 17, 2025 41m

In this special episode, we sit down with retired Judge Anthony Russo of New Orleans — a proud Italian American and one of the co-founders of the Italian American St. Joseph Society. Judge Russo…

S1E9 What's in the Box?

Aug 10, 2025 28m

Ever wonder what treasures (and curiosities) you might uncover in a Southern Sicilian fridge down in South Louisiana? In this episode, we crack open the refrigerator and freezer to explore the…

S1E8 At the Table: A Weekend with Tony Mangia

Aug 03, 2025 33m

We’re joined by Tony Mangia from At The Table With Tony for a special weekend in South Louisiana during the SIA Spring Serata. From Sicilian street food to classic Neapolitan songs, we dive into the…

S1E7 The Ten Commandments of the Italian American Household

Jul 27, 2025 21m

In this episode of Bada Bing Bayou, we lay down the law—Italian style. From never showing up empty-handed to knowing that Nonna’s word is gospel, we break down the unspoken rules that govern every…

S1E3 Where We Come From

Jul 24, 2025 31m

In our first deep dive, we’re sharing our story—where we come from, what shaped us, and why we started this podcast in the first place.From growing up Italian American in South Louisiana to…

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