Episodes
In this episode, Nathan shares a conversation with his friend and neighbor, Mindy who lives just across the border of Veneto in the region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia. Vera shares her usual unique Italian perspective along with interesting historical and cultural details about this unique Northern region. Enjoy! 🍊   Italian Conversation Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FlGSNhG_T2h9w3X3breQA6F2svbl5LAd4paYOfNE9-4/edit?usp=sharing Visit Podcast...
Published 11/13/23
In this delightful episode, Nathan visits with the lovely Emma Bennett who moved from England to the Italian region of Lazio! Prepare to be inspired by Emma and her remarkable many-year journey to Italy! As usual, Vera enlightens us with interesting historical, cultural, and culinary details about this unique region - the birthplace of the Roman Empire! Enjoy! 🍊   Follow Along With Vera & Nathan's The Italian...
Published 11/06/23
In this very special episode, Nathan interviews one of the world's leading textile experts, Sophie DeWulf. Originally from the Flemish region of Belgium, Sophie now lives with her native Italian husband Danelle in the incomparable region of Emilia-Romagna. Sophie is a treasure. Her wisdom and grounded insights into life in Italy, and Italian culture, from a European perspective, make her one of the most interesting people to listen to and learn from. Vera shares even more wonderful...
Published 10/30/23
In this special episode, Nathan interviews California natives and new Italian residents Barrett and André in the region of Piemonte. You will fall in love with this extraordinary couple and be inspired by the new life they are bravely creating for themselves and their 3 young boys. Vera's a real expert on the region of Piemonte because her father's family is from there and she spent much of her childhood with them. She shares some fabulous information on the food, culture, and history of...
Published 10/23/23
In this episode, Nathan interviews Veneto native and resident Italian tax expert Paolo Rigo from the city of Verona. Not only does Paolo, from Studio Rigo, share his thoughts about Italy and Veneto, but he also shares helpful guidance for anyone planning to move to Italy and seek dual citizenship. Vera rounds out the episode by sharing a wealth of information about the "elegant" region of Veneto. Enjoy! 🍊   Visit Studio Rigo: https://sites.google.com/view/studiorigo Visit the podcast...
Published 10/16/23
In this great episode, Nathan interviews dynamic duo Chris & Pete from Super Savvy Travelers. Prepare to start dreaming about seaside and hilltop villages in this fabulous Southern Italian Region! Vera and Nathan share a lively Italian conversation - you can find the transcript and translation here. Vera shares some very interesting information about the Region of Calabria - as usual, we learn so much from Vera's weekly segment! Enjoy! 🍊 Follow Chris and Pete on Instagram,...
Published 10/09/23
In this episode, Nathan interviews long-time Italian friend, Simonetta Mondillo. She shares stories from her beautiful life in the little village of Finochitto in the region of Campania. You will want to be sure to visit her charming AirBnB when you're in the area! Vera has the week off and Alessandro was our guest host! He shared some information about his beloved home region and city of Naples. Follow along with their Italian conversation here. Enjoy! 🍊   Simonetta's Air BnB...
Published 10/02/23
In this entertaining and informative episode, Nathan interviews fabulous stylist, author, and "La Fortezza" Tuscan resort owner Annette Joseph. You will love hearing Annette's thoughts about life in Northern Tuscany! Vera shares some fascinating history and culture about this most famous region of Italy. To follow along with Nathan and Vera's Italian conversation, click here! Enjoy! 🍊 Visit Annette’s Website: https://annettejosephstyleworkshops.squarespace.com/retreats Buy...
Published 09/26/23
In this episode, Nathan interviews inspiring American writer, architect, and resident of the “Le Marche” Region, Mark Hinshaw. For the past 6 years, Mark and his wife "Sunny" Savina Bertollini, a skilled healer and herbalist, have made their home in this lovely central Italian region. This is a conversation you won't want to miss. Vera and Nathan share a lively conversation in Italian ( click here for the transcript or scroll down) and Vera shares some very interesting details about this...
Published 09/18/23
The first stop on our tour of the 20 regions of Italy takes us to Sicily with Yvie and Fabrizio. You will come to love this charming Irish/Italian couple and fall in love with Sicily through their eyes during Nathan's interview. Vera shares some interesting and surprising facts about this beautiful Island region. And Vera and Nathan have a lively conversation in Italian about Alessandro and Luca - see if you can follow along! Enjoy! 🍊   Visit the podcast...
Published 09/11/23
In this episode, Nathan and Vera discuss their summers (in Italian). They both share some exciting updates about their lives, Vera prepares us for Season 6 with an Italian geography lesson and we have a short but sweet surrounding sound to end the episode! Enjoy! 🍊   Visit the podcast website: https://www.immovingtoitaly.com/ Visit Nathan's websites: https://nathanheinrich.com https://allroadsleadtoitaly.com/ Visit Vera's Language Coaching...
Published 09/04/23
In the final episode of Season 5, Nathan shares what it's like learning to live with another human being again after being alone for 7 months. And during the "La Vera Italia" segment, Nathan surprises Vera with something unexpected to sort of get even with her for the surprise she pulled in the previous episode! Enjoy! 🍊   Visit the podcast website: https://www.immovingtoitaly.com/ Buy Vera A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicche Visit Vera's Language Coaching...
Published 07/17/23
In this episode, Nathan is caught entirely off guard by a surprise plot twist when Vera turns the tables on him. You will be delighted by this particular episode and the unexpected format! Enjoy! 🍊  Visit the podcast website: https://www.immovingtoitaly.com/ Buy Vera A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicche Visit Vera's Language Coaching Site: https://www.chicchelanguage.com/ Visit Nathan's site - All Roads Lead To Italy: https://allroadsleadtoitaly.com/ --- Send...
Published 07/10/23
In this great episode, Nathan interviews the remarkable Roger and Denni from California who now live part-time in the beautiful Italian region of Piedmont. Their story is sure to inspire you! Vera shares a wonderful segment about what Italians eat during the summer months - prepare yourself to get hungry listening to her describe this delicious Italian food! Enjoy! 🍊  Follow Roger on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rogerr1 Email Roger and Denni: [email protected] Visit the...
Published 07/03/23
In this episode, Nathan shares some progress in getting his Italian Farm! And Vera shares three stories from her recent travels and how Italian companies are selling out to foreigners. Enjoy! 🍊  Visit the podcast website: https://www.immovingtoitaly.com/ Buy Vera A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicche Visit Vera's Language Coaching Site: https://www.chicchelanguage.com/ Visit Nathan's site - All Roads Lead To Italy: https://allroadsleadtoitaly.com/ --- Send in...
Published 06/26/23
In this episode, Nathan and Vera discuss 7 reasons why you are not as fluent in Italian as you thought you'd be, at this point. This is excellent information for anyone struggling to learn Italian like Nathan still is! The "Surrounding Sound" in this episode is the most hilarious "reading of a receipt" you will ever hear! Enjoy! 🍊 Visit the podcast website: https://www.immovingtoitaly.com/ Buy Vera A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicche Visit Vera's Language Coaching...
Published 06/19/23
In this episode, Nathan shares his recent experience with his town being transformed into a medieval chess game and a tractor parade - all on the same day! The "La Vera Italia" segment is fantastic as always! Vera discusses what Italian schools are like and it will blow your mind! Enjoy! 🍊 Visit the podcast website: https://www.immovingtoitaly.com/ Buy Vera A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicche Visit Vera's Language Coaching...
Published 06/12/23
In this episode, Nathan and Vera spend the entire episode talking about their long-awaited first meeting and wonderful time together in the Prosecco Hills and Valley and Nathan's home city of Conegliano! You will feel like you are right there along for the ride with them! Enjoy! 🍊 Visit the podcast website: https://www.immovingtoitaly.com/ Buy Vera A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicche Visit Vera's Language Coaching Site: https://www.chicchelanguage.com/ Visit...
Published 06/05/23
In this fantastic episode, Nathan interviews the remarkable Heather Tammaro - an American entrepreneur, businesswoman & photographer who married an Italian music composer and moved to Rome. Heather's story will inspire and encourage you as you prepare for your own move to Italy. Vera's "La Vera Italia" segment teaches us how food in Italy is protected and designated by regions. Have you ever wondered what "DOP, DOCG, or IGP" on Italian food labels means? Vera is here with a...
Published 05/30/23
In this episode, Nathan shares what has been happening with the flooding in Northern Italy. He also gives a mini-update about the hunt for the Italian Farm. Vera shares a great segment about how time, distance, and age are measured differently in Italy. Enjoy! 🍊 Visit the podcast website: https://www.immovingtoitaly.com/ Buy Vera A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicche Visit Vera's Language Coaching Site: https://www.chicchelanguage.com/ Visit Nathan's site - All...
Published 05/22/23
In this episode, Nathan talks about a book he has recommends, and he shares his thoughts on living in the moment in Italy. Vera has an incredibly helpful and interesting segment all about "what to wear and what not to wear" while living or traveling in Italy - you will want to take notes on this one! Enjoy! 🍊 Visit the podcast website: https://www.immovingtoitaly.com/ Buy Vera A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicche Visit Vera's Language Coaching...
Published 05/15/23
In this episode, Nathan shares what has been keeping him stuck at his computer for the past several months. He also talks about an amazing location he visited in the Italian mountains which looked like Jurassic Park - just 20 minutes from his home in Conegliano! Vera shares everything you need to know about the "Big Italian Family" in her great segment! Enjoy! 🍊 Visit the podcast website: https://www.immovingtoitaly.com/ Buy Vera A...
Published 05/08/23
In this episode, Nathan shares his experiences of being without hot water for several days, and how he is learning not to go into "fight or flight panic mode" as he tends to do when he messes up his Italian while in public. Vera shares some wonderful techniques for excelling at learning a language and being an "efficient student". Enjoy! 🍊 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/immovingtoitaly/message
Published 05/01/23
In this episode, Nathan shares a very real moment when Vera confronted him and gave him a "tough love" therapy session about the state of his Italian language progress - or lack thereof. This is very helpful information for anyone interested in learning Italian. Vera shares some wonderful information about how to eat with proper etiquette in Italy - you won't want to miss this segment of "La Vera Italia". Enjoy! 🍊 --- Send in a voice message:...
Published 04/24/23
In this episode, Nathan shares how spending the last 4 months alone in Italy, and replacing some bad American eating habits has drastically improved his health. Vera continues the topic by sharing her personal thoughts on Italian food culture and lifestyle from her wonderful perspective as a native Italian - her thoughts are invaluable. Nathan finishes the episode by sharing a disastrous story about the most expensive gelato he has ever had. Enjoy! 🍊 --- Send in a voice message:...
Published 04/17/23