Italian American Stories Podcast

In this deeply personal episode, we share a story brought to us by Chris Massari, a follower on Instagram, about the tragic murder of his great-aunt Augustina Massari. Witnessed by her younger brother...

9 Jan 202529min

Step back in time to 1930s North Denver’s Little Italy, where a shocking murder tested a family's strength. In this episode, we unravel the tragic story of Theresa Spanarella, who was killed by her je...

2 Jan 202546min

We've been on a break for the holidays, but thought we would re-release our first Christmas Special Episode! Merry Christmas, Everyone!Dive into the warmth of the season with our Christmas Special epi...

22 Dec 202443min

In honor of Veterans Day, I’m joined by my husband Jared, a Marine veteran, as we pay tribute to Italian American hero Neil Iovino. Together, we explore Neil’s story, his bravery, and his remarkable s...

7 Nov 202436min

Get ready for a spooky, fun-filled Halloween special! In this episode, we dive into lighthearted stories of Italian Americans celebrating Halloween, from mischievous pranks to a woman balancing a pail...

31 Okt 202419min

In this episode, we explore the tragic and mysterious story of 5-year-old Sammy Sabell from Denver’s Little Italy. In 1928, the close-knit Italian community came together to search for Sammy after he ...

24 Okt 202440min

In this special "Paesani Tales" segment, we share the life story of Crescenzo Vigliotta, as told by his great-grandson, Alexander. Crescenzo was a devoted family man who worked tirelessly to support h...

23 Okt 202417min

In this episode, we chat with Danielle Fusco, a talented Italian American artist. Danielle shares how her deep connection to both creative expression and spirituality has shaped her journey. From her ...

17 Okt 202447min