Episodes

  • 009 - The Bereaved

    009 - The Bereaved
    Feb 17 2026
    Dive into the captivating world of Giovanni Verga, a master of Italian verismo, whose poignant short stories bring to life the struggles and triumphs of working-class characters in 19th-century rural Sicily. Among these tales is Rustic Chivalry, or Cavalleria rusticana, which inspired the famous opera by Mascagni. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of Sicilian life through Vergas insightful narratives. - Summary by Mary J
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    12 mins
  • 008 - The Story of St Joseph's Ass

    008 - The Story of St Joseph's Ass
    Feb 17 2026
    Dive into the captivating world of Giovanni Verga, a master of Italian verismo, whose poignant short stories bring to life the struggles and triumphs of working-class characters in 19th-century rural Sicily. Among these tales is Rustic Chivalry, or Cavalleria rusticana, which inspired the famous opera by Mascagni. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of Sicilian life through Vergas insightful narratives. - Summary by Mary J
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    22 mins
  • 007 - La Lupa

    007 - La Lupa
    Feb 17 2026
    Dive into the captivating world of Giovanni Verga, a master of Italian verismo, whose poignant short stories bring to life the struggles and triumphs of working-class characters in 19th-century rural Sicily. Among these tales is Rustic Chivalry, or Cavalleria rusticana, which inspired the famous opera by Mascagni. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of Sicilian life through Vergas insightful narratives. - Summary by Mary J
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    9 mins
  • 006 - Rustic Chivalry

    006 - Rustic Chivalry
    Feb 17 2026
    Dive into the captivating world of Giovanni Verga, a master of Italian verismo, whose poignant short stories bring to life the struggles and triumphs of working-class characters in 19th-century rural Sicily. Among these tales is Rustic Chivalry, or Cavalleria rusticana, which inspired the famous opera by Mascagni. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of Sicilian life through Vergas insightful narratives. - Summary by Mary J
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    11 mins
  • 005 - Jeli the Shepherd Part 3

    005 - Jeli the Shepherd Part 3
    Feb 17 2026
    Dive into the captivating world of Giovanni Verga, a master of Italian verismo, whose poignant short stories bring to life the struggles and triumphs of working-class characters in 19th-century rural Sicily. Among these tales is Rustic Chivalry, or Cavalleria rusticana, which inspired the famous opera by Mascagni. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of Sicilian life through Vergas insightful narratives. - Summary by Mary J
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    21 mins
  • 004 - Jeli the Shepherd Part 2

    004 - Jeli the Shepherd Part 2
    Feb 17 2026
    Dive into the captivating world of Giovanni Verga, a master of Italian verismo, whose poignant short stories bring to life the struggles and triumphs of working-class characters in 19th-century rural Sicily. Among these tales is Rustic Chivalry, or Cavalleria rusticana, which inspired the famous opera by Mascagni. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of Sicilian life through Vergas insightful narratives. - Summary by Mary J
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    20 mins
  • 003 - Jeli the Shepherd Part 1

    003 - Jeli the Shepherd Part 1
    Feb 17 2026
    Dive into the captivating world of Giovanni Verga, a master of Italian verismo, whose poignant short stories bring to life the struggles and triumphs of working-class characters in 19th-century rural Sicily. Among these tales is Rustic Chivalry, or Cavalleria rusticana, which inspired the famous opera by Mascagni. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of Sicilian life through Vergas insightful narratives. - Summary by Mary J
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    20 mins
  • 002 - How Peppa Loved Gramigna

    002 - How Peppa Loved Gramigna
    Feb 17 2026
    Dive into the captivating world of Giovanni Verga, a master of Italian verismo, whose poignant short stories bring to life the struggles and triumphs of working-class characters in 19th-century rural Sicily. Among these tales is Rustic Chivalry, or Cavalleria rusticana, which inspired the famous opera by Mascagni. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of Sicilian life through Vergas insightful narratives. - Summary by Mary J
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    15 mins