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 cultural crossover between Southern and Northern Italian Americans. Tune in as we explore our shared roots, the regional flavors that define us, and the traditions that keep Italian-American culture alive—wherever we gather.

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 Italian American home. Equal parts tradition, superstition, and love, these commandments shaped our childhoods and still guide us today. Light a candle, pour some espresso, and get ready to laugh, nod, and maybe call your mother.

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 navigating identity, family expectations, and tradition, this episode sets the table for everything Bada Bing Bayou is about. We talk about the foods we grew up on, the phrases we still hear in our heads, and the values that stuck with us—whether we wanted them to or not.

It’s personal. It’s funny. It’s heartfelt.
And it’s just the beginning.

🇮🇹⚜️ Pull up a chair, pass the bread, and get to know us.