Learn Italiano
Learn Italiano helps you master conversational Italian by listening to short and simple conversations that you can use on your next trip to Italy. Whether you’re ordering food, asking for directions, or striking up casual conversations, our hosts – a native New Yorker of Italian heritage and a language teacher from Catania, Sicily – will guide you through everyday phrases, common sayings, and cultural tips to help you sound like a local and enjoy your Italian adventures to the fullest. Perfect for beginners and seasoned speakers alike — start improving your comprehension by learning italiano with us!
Episodes

Sunday Mar 23, 2025
Sunday Mar 23, 2025
While traveling abroad, you may find yourself in need of more cash – given that cash is still widely accepted and very useful throughout Italy, particularly at markets – this episode will give you the know-how to exchange currency at the bank.
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Friday Mar 07, 2025
Friday Mar 07, 2025
Whether you need to grab a couple of things, shop for a longer stay or dinner party, learning how to buy groceries at the market or specialty shops in Italy is useful. This episode covers all the bases to help you get by!
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Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
Florence is one of Italy's most popular and beautiful cities, especially beloved amongst those who appreciate art and culture. In this episode, you'll listen to a conversation about purchasing tickets for entry into the Uffizi Gallery and spending a lovely day in Florence.
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Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
Train travel in Italy is both common and comfortable, but the stations can be quite chaotic. This conversation will familiarize you with helpful vocab and phrases for traveling by train in any Italian city.
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Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Football (soccer) in Italy is more than just a sport to most. Going to a game at any stadium in the country is truly a cultural experience. In this episode, you'll learn terms and phrases useful for attending a match on your next trip!
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Saturday Jan 11, 2025
Saturday Jan 11, 2025
If you're feeling under the weather, head to any of the many pharmacies in Italy – indicated by the green cross symbol. Pharmacists can provide advice, medicine, and other toiletries to meet your needs. This episode will help you have the conversation!
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Thursday Jan 02, 2025
Thursday Jan 02, 2025
Often, New Year's resolutions involve fitness. So, whether for the start of the year – or any other time – this episode teaches you different words and phrases for going to the gym or a workout class in Italian.
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Friday Dec 27, 2024
Friday Dec 27, 2024
Planning a party to ring in the New Year? Listen to this short conversation between friends to learn the lingo for hosting your own festa – whether it's for New Year's Eve or any other time of the year. Buon Anno!
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Thursday Dec 19, 2024
Thursday Dec 19, 2024
From the North to the South, different regions of Italy each have their own holiday traditions. In this episode, you'll learn about some of those traditions: from Christmas Eve or Day feasts, to festive markets in the weeks before, to the Epiphany celebration that rounds out the holiday season.
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Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Whether for Christmas, a birthday, or just because... shopping for gifts in Italy is a must. This episode will teach you verbiage for all sorts of gifts you might be shopping for, as well as useful phrases to help you converse with a shop owner during check-out.
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