[B1-B2] Do you feel exhausted after a long dinner with Italians? Do you wonder if you have to talk all the time to fit in? In this episode of Italiano a modo mio, Cristina explores the "Italian dinner" from a unique perspective: the introverted one.

In Italy, sitting at the table isn't just about eating; it’s about convivialità (conviviality). For many Italians, silence can be misinterpreted as boredom or discomfort , and constant dialogue is actually considered a form of care towards others.

In this episode, you will learn:

Cultural Insights: Why Italians interrupt each other (and why it's actually a compliment!)

Regional Differences: How the intensity of conversation changes from North to South.

The Introvert’s Survival Kit: Practical strategies like the "kitchen escape" or playing the "sommelier" to manage your social battery.

Essential Phrases: Short feedback words like "davvero," "infatti," or "mica male" to stay active in the conversation without making long speeches.

Whether you are a "reflective learner" or just someone who wants to understand the hidden rules of the Italian table, this episode will help you participate in the magic of Italian dinners without betraying your nature.

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[B1-B2] In this episode, I continue sharing my road trip across Europe, focusing on Hungary and Budapest in winter.You’ll listen to natural, conversational Italian while discovering: • what it’s like to drive in different European countries • differences in driving style between Italy and Central Europe • first impressions of Budapest and Lake Balaton (Siófok) • Hungarian food, daily life and small travel rituals • celebrating New Year’s Eve in Budapest with snowThis episode combines travel storytelling, cultural insight and real-life Italian, perfect for learners who want to improve listening skills while discovering Europe through an Italian perspective.🎧 Calm, authentic Italian — not scripted, not simplified.👉 If you want the transcript with translations of difficult words and exercises, you’ll soon find it on my SubStack:https://substack.com/@cristinaitalian?utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-page.📧 Connect with me: dilloinitaliano.2022@gmail.com
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Web site: www.dilloinitaliano.com 


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[B1/B2] Understanding Italian Conversations – Italian Listening PracticeItalian conversations can feel confusing if you take every word literally.People interrupt each other, use irony, speak indirectly, rely on gestures — and often say less than they actually mean.In this episode, you’ll discover the unwritten rules of Italian conversation and the cultural codes that shape how Italians really communicate.You’ll learn about: • what Italians don’t say — and why it matters • gestures and body language in Italian communication • irony, indirect answers and hidden meanings • the difference between tu and Lei as social distance • why understanding Italian is also about reading between the linesThis episode is ideal for Italian learners who want to go beyond grammar and understand how real conversations work in everyday life.🎧 Calm, natural Italian with cultural explanations and real examples.👉 If you want the transcript with translations of difficult words and exercises, you’ll soon find it on my Patreon.📧 Connect with me: dilloinitaliano.2022@gmail.com
 Italki: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/7072536 
Web site: www.dilloinitaliano.com 
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[B1] European Road Trip – Italian Listening Practice

In this episode, I share a one-week road trip across Central Europe, traveling by car from Italy to Slovenia, Croatia, Hungary and Austria.

You’ll listen to natural, spontaneous Italian while discovering:

• what it’s like to travel by car in Europe

• differences between Italian highways and the vignette system abroad

• fuel prices, borders and practical travel tips

• first impressions of cities like Trieste, Ljubljana and Zagreb

• cultural differences and small everyday travel moments

This episode is ideal for Italian learners who enjoy travel stories and cultural insights, told in a calm, reflective and authentic way.

🎧 Perfect for improving listening skills with real-life Italian.

👉 If you want the transcript with translations of difficult words and exercises, you’ll soon find it on my Patreon.

📧 Connect with me: dilloinitaliano.2022@gmail.com
 Italki: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/7072536 
Web site: www.dilloinitaliano.com 


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[B1] Why do Italians often say “I’m from Naples” or “I’m from Florence” instead of “I’m Italian”?

In this episode, we explore campanilismo, the strong local identity that shapes Italian culture, language and everyday life.

You’ll discover:

• what campanilismo really means

• why local identity is often stronger than national identity in Italy

• how history, geography, dialects and food influence the Italian mindset

• why Italians feel more “Italian” when they are abroad

👉 If you want the transcript with translations of difficult words and exercises, you’ll soon find it on my Patreon.

📧 Connect with me: dilloinitaliano.2022@gmail.com


Italki: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/7072536 
Web site: www.dilloinitaliano.com 


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[A2–B1 ] Some Italian words don’t really exist in other languages.

In this episode, you’ll discover untranslatable Italian words and expressions that are deeply connected to Italian culture, habits and everyday life.

Words like abbiocco, boh, magari, mammone, gattara, apericena and ti voglio bene may look simple, but their real meaning goes far beyond a direct translation.

This episode is perfect if you’re learning Italian and want to:

• improve Italian listening skills

• understand Italian expressions used in real life

• learn how language reflects Italian culture and mindset

👉 If you want the transcript with translations of difficult words and exercises, you’ll soon find it on my Patreon.

📧 Connect with me: dilloinitaliano.2022@gmail.com


Italki: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/7072536 


Web site: www.dilloinitaliano.com 


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[A2/B1] Christmas in Italy is not just one day — and it’s not the same everywhere.

In this episode, you’ll discover how Christmas is celebrated differently in Northern, Central and Southern Italy, from family traditions and festive meals to timing, rituals and atmosphere.

This episode is perfect if you’re learning Italian and want to understand Italian culture through real, everyday language. You’ll hear clear, natural Italian and explore how traditions change depending on the region — from the Christmas Eve dinner in the South to Christmas lunch in the North.

🎄 Topics include:

• Christmas traditions in Italy

• Differences between North, Center and South

• Italian food at Christmas

• Family gatherings and regional customs

  
  

  👉 If you want the transcript with translations of difficult words and exercises, you’ll soon find it on my Patreon.

  
  

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[B1-B2] In this episode of Italiano a modo mio, I talk about identity, culture, and what it really means to be Italian.

I share my personal story as a woman born and raised in Italy, with mixed origins, feeling Italian but also divided between two cultures.

This episode is ideal for students of Italian as a foreign language who want to:

• listen to authentic Italian

• explore Italian culture beyond stereotypes

• improve listening skills with a natural but reflective speaking style

We talk about immigration, cultural differences, family values, and the feeling of never fully belonging to just one place.

A personal and honest reflection to help you understand Italy — and Italians — from an internal but objective point of view.

Perfect for introverted learners, independent students, and anyone who prefers learning Italian through real stories and real voices.

👉 If you want the transcript with translations of difficult words and exercises, you’ll soon find it on my Patreon.

📧 Connect with me: dilloinitaliano.2022@gmail.com


Italki: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/7072536 


Web site: www.dilloinitaliano.com 


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