Italian Impact Podcast

Italian Impact Weekly - Episode 20 - Joe DeGuardia

This week we interview the great  Joe DeGuardia (Founder of The Law Offices of Joseph M. DeGuardia and Star Boxing).  Joe is a former boxer turned lawyer turned promoter...listen to this interview which truly inspires you to keep going.  Never quit.  This is a very inspirational interview and Joe brings a lot of hard life lessons.

Italian Impact Weekly - Episode 19 - AJ Raggs

This week we interview a very talented musician, AJ Raggs (Singer/songwriter).  AJ left home to pursue a singing career in Nashville.  Right now, he is well on his way!  Listen to AJ talk about his experiences as his climbs his way to the top.

Italian Impact Weekly - Episode 18 - Julia Streisfeld Kennedy

This week Claudio and Steve interview Julia Streisfeld Kennedy (Director of Scholarships, Grants and Youth Engagement at the National Italian American Foundation).  There is a lot of good information in the episode, especially for university students looking for much needed money for school or even opportunities to study/travel abroad!

Italian Impact Weekly - Episode 17 - Jenny D

The great Jenny D (Host of Spill With Me Jenny D).  All we can say is Jenny D is awesome! Talk about a positive person with a great attitude.  You will absolutely feel great after you listen to Jenny D on this episode! 
...and be sure to catch her podcast "Spill with me".

Italian Impact Weekly - Episode 16 - John Viola

This week Steve interviews John Viola (Host of Italian American Podcast).  John is an absolutely fascinating person and you will love what he found in his family tree!  This is a very fun back and forth.

Italian Impact Weekly - Episode 15 - Vince Ferragamo

This week we interview Vince Ferragamo (NFL QB and Business Leader).  When Vince left football, he entered the world of business and has several successful businesses, including his award winning vineyards!  There is a lot to talk about in this episode!

Italian Impact Weekly - Episode 14 - Mario Andretti

We interview the great Mario Andretti – (Racing Champion and Business Leader).  Mario has a very interesting story that many simply do not know about.  We often see the champion, but we miss the courage and determination it took to get there.

Italian Impact Weekly - Episode 13 - Pete Ferraro

This week we interview Pete Ferraro (Ten-time Emmy award-winning Writer/Producer/Director).  Pete's documentary "Il Messaggero" is a powerful message about the bond of family.  Listening to those voices of various family members from 60 years ago easily takes us all back in time.  This is an excellent interview.

Italian Impact Weekly - Episode 12 - Mark DePasquale

Steve and Claudio interview Mark DePasquale (Project Manager for the City of Pittsburgh Public Works Park Facilities & Renovations team) and Melissa E. Marinaro (Director of Italian American Programs for the Heinz History Center).

Italian Impact Weekly - Episode 11 - Nick Mancini Hartner

They always ask me, "Are you related to the Mancini's bread people?".  No.  So, we interviewed him!  This week we talk with Nick Mancini Hartner (Owner, Mancini’s Bakery in Pittsburgh's Strip district).