Episodes 436
Avg. Duration 46m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.7 (293)
Since Apr 2018
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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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 of the Italian world. Whether you're sipping espresso or stuck in traffic, you're officially invited to the table. Mangia, laugh, and stay connected, because being Italian is more than just a culture, it's a vibe.

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Anthony Laurino of Phil's Pizza talks Long Island Pizza, Bromate and Growing Up Italian

Jun 07, 2026 57m

EPISODE 425. We're back with a new podcast episode with Anthony Laurino, who is the owner and social media star behind the counter at Phil's Pizzeria in Syosset. The guys get into all things pizza,…

Nonna Gracie Returns! Talking Family, Sunday Dinner and Growing Up Italian

May 31, 2026 55m

EPISODE 424. Nonna Gracie is back! We're in the studio joined by everyone's favorite Nonna and her grandson, Matt Gresia. The crew catches up on all of Nonna's journey since the last time we saw her.…

Chris Scali talks Airport Security, Reality Shows, South Brooklyn & Growing Up Italian

May 24, 2026 1h 2m

EPISODE 423. We're back in Brooklyn for a new podcast episode with our brother from the other side of the borough, Chris Scali. Chris is a south Brooklyn-born social media figure and former reality…

Sal Valentinetti & Rosemarie Sparacio Talk Little Italy, "Little Pal" and Growing Up Italian

May 17, 2026 55m

EPISODE 422. We're in Little Italy @ Red Sauce Studio for a special podcast episode. Joined by our buddy, the great, Sal the Voice and Rosemarie Sparacio, who is a young Italian-American filmmaker…

Sooshi Mango Returns!!! Talking Love for NYC, World Tour & Growing Up Aussie Italian

May 10, 2026 1h 3m

EPISODE 421. We've got our favorite Aussies in the building! Sooshi Mango is back in the States for their world tour, making stops in every major city where you can find a paisan. Joe, Carlo and…

Kitty Reynolds talks Accents, Nose Jobs and Growing Up Italian ON Long Island

May 03, 2026 1h 4m

EPISODE 420. This week, we've got Kitty Reynolds in the building for the first time ever! Kitty is an Irish/Italian stand up comedian who has made her name by going viral on the internet and sharing…

Big Joe Gambino & Mario Bosco Discuss the Many Misconceptions of Italian American Food

Apr 26, 2026 58m

EPISODE 419. We're back with the gang! Big Joe and Mario are in the building and we're talking all things right and wrong with Italian food. The guys share their favorite restaurants, New York…

Maddalena & Mauro Castano on Healthy Relationships, Good Food & Growing Up Italian

Apr 19, 2026 1h 4m

EPISODE 418. This week is a sweet one! We're joined by one of the most recognizable couples in Italian-American TV: Maddalena & Mauro! Straight outta Carlo's Bakery and into your living room. We…

Caroline DiFuccia Talks G & R Deli, Good Meatballs & Growing Up in the Bronx

Apr 12, 2026 1h

EPISODE 417. This week we have Caroline DiFuccia, who is the owner of G & R Deli in the Bronx, the woman behind the "Italian Ice Cream Cone" and many more of your food cravings. Joined by Nicky…

Carmen Ciricillo Talks Cleveland's Little Italy, Construction Comedy & Growing Up Italian

Apr 05, 2026 1h 7m

EPISODE 416. We're back for a new episode with the final boss of Italian Maxxing: Carmen Ciricillo. Carmen is a comedian and a true OG when it comes to sharing his experience in Growing Up Italian…

Sandy Blue Eyes Talks Stickball, Respect & the Rules of a Gentleman

Mar 29, 2026 1h 8m

EPISODE 415. Most times, a good talk with an OG will lead you in the right direction. This week, we have a very special guest in Sandy Blue Eyes. Sandy is a through-and-through New York Italian…

Laura Vitale talks Recipes, Chicken Cutlets and Growing Up Napoletana

Mar 22, 2026 1h 9m

EPISODE 414. We're back in the podcast kitchen for a new episode! Joined by a true OG of Italian cooking content, Laura Vitale. We talk about her whole journey from early life, growing up in Italy…

Mark Iacono Talks Lucali, the Old Brooklyn & Dinner with Jay Z

Mar 15, 2026 1h 9m

EPISODE 413. If you consider yourself a pizza lover, there's no shot you haven't heard of Lucali... Mark Iacono shares his story of growing up in Brooklyn, opening a pizza shop in his once-beloved…

Kevin D & Noce Talk Rap Italiano, Immigrant Struggles and Growing Up Italian

Mar 08, 2026 56m

EPISODE 412. If you've seen our series, "Lost in the Sauce", you know that we went to Harlem and found some Italians. Kevin D & Noce are two young men who immigrated to the USA with with dreams…

ITALIAN MAXXING with Big Joe Gambino & Mario Bosco

Mar 01, 2026 58m

EPISODE 411. We're back with the best. Big Joe & Mario Bosco are in the building and we're here to settle things... Where does Mario's loyalty lie? Did Big Joe's nonna actually say those things?…

Francesco De Carlo & Matteo Lane RETURN to Growing Up Italian

Feb 22, 2026 1h 3m

EPISODE 410. This week, we've got two of our favorite people returning to the show: Francesco De Carlo & Matteo Lane! The guys are all in town and we're here to talk all things Italian. Rocco…

Paulie Gee Talks Pizza Passion, Slice Shops & Getting Hit by an Aaron Judge Foul Ball!

Feb 16, 2026 1h 9m

EPISODE 409. We're back with a new episode! This time with NYC pizza legend, Paulie Gee. Paulie Giannone is a pizza connoisseur who turned his passion for pizza into a career with the…

The Future of Red Sauce Studio & Why Little Italy is Important for the Culture

Feb 08, 2026 57m

EPISODE 408. This week, we've got a Red Sauce famiglia episode, with Nicki Boi & Rosaria on the couch. We're coming to you live from the heart of Little Italy! The gang talks all things "Red…

Jakey Botch on All Things Italian, Joining the Union & Growing Up on Staten Island

Feb 01, 2026 1h 6m

EPISODE 407. Now that thing... is f*cking Italian!!! This week, we have our friend Jakey Botch on the show. This pod is everywhere from funny to thoughtful to straight-up motivational. The guys get…

Tank Sinatra on the Age of the Internet, Meme Culture & Growing Up Irish

Jan 25, 2026 1h 3m

EPISODE 406. New episode with Tank Sinatra! Tank shares how he went from a regular New York kid to running some of the biggest social accounts in the world. The guys talk everything from male pattern…

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