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Women of Ill Repute is a compliment. And not just for women! Wendy Mesley and Maureen Holloway have left CBC and CHFI to chat with sassy women about sex, family, politics, and media. Lots of secrets and no room for shame. Is it journalism or comedy? It’s both. Smart talk with tv and radio stars, comedians, authors, lawyers, politicos, restaurant icons and more. All of them brave, fierce and funny. Fun!
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Giglio Island - Definitive Guide for Travelers
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Nestled off the southern coast of Tuscany in the Tyrrhenian Sea, the charming Giglio Island - Isola del Giglio - is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. Despite its small size, covering just 24 square kilometers (9 square miles), this island is brimming with breathtaking landscapes, historic villages, and crystalline waters. If you’re yearning for …
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Italians in Pittsburgh - a History of Hard Work, Community, and Cultural Pride
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, may not be the first city that comes to mind when discussing Italian immigration, but its Italian enclaves played a significant role in shaping the region. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a wave of Italians arrived in Pittsburgh, particularly from southern Italy. Economic hardship and political instability in It…
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Italian Immigration to America
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Italian immigration to America: insights into the experiences, challenges, and successes of Italian immigrants — from their journeys to America to their integration into the American way of life.De către Wendy Holloway
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Italian Art Theft - A Deep Dive into Two of the World's Biggest Heists
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Italian Art Theft: A Deep Dive into Two of the World's Biggest Heists Italy, often referred to as the cradle of Western civilization, holds an estimated 60 percent of the world’s artistic treasures. With such a vast collection of art, it’s no surprise that Italian art has long been a prime target for art thieves. The reality is that art theft in It…
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Molise & San Martino in Pensilis - experience the magic of this overlooked region and hill town
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Visit Molise and experience the magic of this overlooked region for yourself! If you’re looking for an off-the-beaten-path Italian experience, Molise and San Martino in Pensilis should be at the top of your list: rich with traditions, breathtaking landscapes, and warm, welcoming people, panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea, stretching all the way to…
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Why Marche Wine Should Be On Your Radar
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Why Marche Wine Should Be On Your Radar If you're looking to explore something new in Italian wines, Marche wine offers an exceptional opportunity. Not only does it produce high-quality, unique wines like Verdicchio, Rosso Conero, and Lacrima, but the wines are also undervalued in the global market. This means you can find premium wines at accessib…
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Summer Throwback: Colin Mochrie
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Our Summer Throwback series continues. Is an ambivert a pervert? No, it’s most of us! Maybe we are all just less funny versions of Colin Mochrie, who reveals he is, of course, an ambivert, someone who feels comfortable in social situations but also really enjoys time alone. You may know Colin as an extrovert, but he’s often really introverted. He s…
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Summer Reading with an Italian Twist: 7 Delightful Books about Italy for 2024
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7 Delightful Books about Italy for 2024: Summer Reading with an Italian Twist Each of these books about Italy offers a unique perspective on Italy - its history, culture, and food. They’re perfect companions for the end of summer, offering both light-hearted reads and more substantial tomes that will keep you engaged long after the last page is tur…
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Summer Throwback: Sheila McCarthy
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Our Summer Throwback series continues. Even when playing old ladies, she’s beautiful. Sheila McCarthy is one of those people you feel like you’ve known forever. And maybe we have. She’s been in everything, and now stars in Sarah Polley’s “Women Talking”, the Oscar-winning movie based on a true story by Miriam Toews about Mennonite women and girls d…
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Preserving Italian Monuments: The Role of Patronage and Corporate Sponsorship
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Italy, renowned for its stunning monuments, historic architecture, and rich cultural heritage, faces an ongoing challenge in maintaining and restoring its treasures. The Eternal City of Rome is at the heart of this challenge, with its iconic landmarks such as the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, and the Pantheon drawing millions of visitors each …
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This week we go back to Episode 20 and the First Man. Rick Mercer was the first male to appear on our show. We decided to open up the floodgates and talk to anyone fearless and/or funny enough to want to talk to US, and no one fits that bill better than Rick. He’s been called a national treasure, Canada’s beloved comic genius, the scourge of Parlia…
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Procida Island: Italy's Capital of Culture in 2022
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Italy's Procida Island is a destination that offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Whether you're exploring its enchanting neighborhoods, savoring fresh seafood, or enjoying a boat tour around the island, Procida promises an unforgettable experience. Plan your visit today and discover why this charming island was honored as…
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Travel to Italy with Kids - tips from an Italian 9-year-old!
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A very special interview with Riccardo, a nine-year-old Italian boy who shared what kids really want to do when they travel to Italy. If you’re making a family trip to Italy this summer, Riccardo’s insights will help you create an exciting and memorable itinerary for your children. Head to the show notes for lots of links and photos!…
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Summer Throwback: Measha Brueggergosman-Lee
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It's August and we are into some Summer Throwbacks! We go back to earlier this year and Measha Brueggergosman-Lee, a diva in the true sense of the word: a famous female opera star, with all the fierce discipline and flair for drama that that entails. But Measha is also a mother, a wife, a memoirist, a 7th generation Canadian descended from Black lo…
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The Best Gelato in Rome: Fassi Gelateria
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Don't miss my chat with Andrea Fassi! Listen in to learn the rich & flavorful history of Fassi Gelateria, Italy's oldest gelateria dating back to 1880, located in the heart of Rome, & run by 5th generation Andrea Fassi. Andrea shares the insider story of his family's historic gelateria, plus the direction he's taking to incorporate some new ideas o…
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Italian Summer Pasta: Recipes and an Ebook
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Looking for something new and fresh to up your summer pasta game? Michele Di Pietro and I've got you covered with some tasty easy-to-make summer pasta recipes. Twists on classics...and some new ones to tantalize your guests. For example, have you ever made lemon pesto? Learn this recipe and lots more in today's fun pasta chat!…
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Mount Etna wines: the dynamic & exciting world of volcanic viticulture, where some of the most intriguing and unique wines in the world are made! Have a listen to learn all about this active volcano wine producing region, and what makes these wines so exquisite...De către Wendy Holloway, Cynthia Chaplin
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Sometimes singers sing about singing, writers write about writing, and podcasters podcast about … yes, podcasting. This episode is actually a live off the floor recording of an interview we did with Sarah Burke, the founder of the Women in Media podcast and network. It takes place in Toronto at the Soundwave Summit, a conference and showcase for in…
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Travel Itineraries Italy: From Musicians to Travel Guides
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The captivating story of Zeneba Bowers and Matt Walker, classical musicians turned travel enthusiasts. Originally from the United States, this dynamic duo traded their established careers for a new life in Italy, specifically in the quaint town of Soriano nel Cimino near Viterbo. Their journey is not only inspiring but also packed with practical in…
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There's a new Food Tour company you don't want to miss in Rome: Eatalian. Today Hannah - co-owner and founder - and I dug deep into the details of the fun and unique Eatalian food tours, brand new this month in Rome. Their Dolce Vita food tour in Rome's Via Veneto area is a tour like none other and one you won't want to miss. They have a Heart of R…
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So Wendy never reads sports, but always reads Cathal Kelly, the sports writer at the Globe and Mail. He’s funny and fearless and clever, Cathal just happens to have chosen sports as the best vehicle. We pretended we were going to talk about the upcoming Paris Olympics, and we did! (Cathal loves the Olympics, aka 23-year-olds doing crazy, exceptiona…
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Martha Chaves: Laughing Til You Cry
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We both feel like we know her, Martha Chaves is after all the funniest Nicaraguan Canadian LGBTQ+ Stand Up Comedian in the World! We know her best from radio shows like “The Debaters”, and “Because News”. She also teaches comedy at Humber and Metropolitan Toronto University, showing the ropes to people just starting out. Martha tells us she’s heard…
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The Marche region: a hidden gem for travelers seeking an authentic Italian experience
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The Marche region of Italy is a hidden gem that deserves more attention from travelers seeking authentic Italian experiences. The website Wonderful Marche is on a mission to share the beauty and charm of this unspoiled region and our chat today is all about this fabulous region. Often overlooked in favor of Italy's more famous coastlines, the Adria…
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We love books and authors, we consider a lot of them for our podcast, but Vancouver Island’s Chelsea Wakelyn sent us an intriguing email. So we read her first book and got truly blown away. “What Remains of Elsie Jane” is a quasi-fictional story about losing her beloved partner, father to her kids, to drugs and addiction just as the opioid crisis b…
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Italian Coastal: Recipes and Stories From Where the Land Meets the Sea
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Join me and Amber Guinness in our delightful chat about the essence of the Tyrrhenian Sea through her new book, Italian Coastal. Travel from the Tuscan coast through Lazio, Campania, and northern Sicily, discovering the rich flavors and stories that shape her food philosophy. There are sixty simple yet delicious recipes inspired by coastal Italy. I…
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How to get Italian Citizenship & Moving to Italy
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How to get Italian citizenship and moving to Italy are the two topics expats want to know everything about. In this podcast episode you'll hear answers to all your questions, updated for 2024. What exactly do you need to do to get Italian citizenship? And if you are moving to Italy for an extended period of time, what kind of visa would meet your n…
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Melissa Dilkes-Pateras: The Laundry Lesbian
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There are many pathways to fame and fortune, but being exceptionally good at doing laundry is an unusual one. Enter Melissa Dilkes Pateras, whose knowledge of housecleaning tips and tricks has turned her into an internet sensation. Well, that, and her sly sense of humour and unblinking acknowledgement of her sexuality. A resident of Uxbridge, Ontar…
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There’s no getting away from Ann Pornel, not that you would want to. She’s loud, she’s proud, she’s utterly glamorous and funny as hell. Ann’s a sketch comedian and an actress who is best known as the host of The Great Canadian Baking Show. Born in the Philippines, Ann moved with her family to Canada, then came up through the comedy ranks at the Un…
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A Fiat 500 Tour, plus the Story of this Beloved Iconic Italian Car
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This week on the Flavor of Italy podcast, we're shifting gears from food to something just as delicious, the historic Italian car, the Fiat 500. I know we usually talk about culinary delights, but trust me, the Fiat 500 is a tasty little icon in its own right. On your next trip to Italy, why not hop into a Fiat 500 - in Italy affectionately known a…
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Cooking Class in Puglia, in enchanting Lecce
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A Culinary Journey in Lecce, in the heart of Puglia, Italy. Here lies the enchanting city of Lecce in the region's very tip of Italy's boot, renowned for its stunning baroque architecture and rich culinary traditions. Silvestro Silvestori has established The Awaiting Table, a unique cooking school that goes beyond traditional culinary education and…
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George Stroumboulopoulos: Canada's Boyfriend
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George Stroumboulopoulos is a man for all seasons. He’s everything: a media personality, broadcaster, former VJ, radio, talk and reality show host, social advocate and one time host of Hockey Night in Canada. Everyone knows George, and George know everyone, but what do we really know about him? He’s 51 and lives in L.A. now, where he does a show fo…
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200th Italian podcast Episode - Flavor of Italy Podcast Celebration!
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The Flavor of Italy Podcast, ranked #3 in Italy and in the top 2.5% worldwide, is a captivating food, wine, travel & culture Italian podcast! As I celebrate this 200th Italian podcast episode, I'm already looking forward to the next 100 episodes. I'm eager to hear from you listeners about what Italy topics you'd like me to explore. Whether it's a d…
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Loreena McKennitt: Celtic Queen
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We had to ask about the red hair, does one get ridiculed or admired? Loreena McKennitt has a mass of beautiful red curls but is mostly admired for her music. When Mo thinks of her, she sees mists and magic and fairy tales. Loreena’s sold more than 14 million albums and toured the world with her harp and her beloved band of fellow musicians. She’s a…
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The Vegetarian Mediterranean Diet
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Exploring Mediterranean Vegetarian Cuisine An Interview with Paola Gavin, a celebrated cookbook author with four published works and a regular contributor to Tablet.com. Gavin’s cookbooks are known for their deep dives into the historical and cultural backgrounds of Vegetarian Mediterranean ingredients, often accompanied by beautiful, historical ar…
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Erika Casupanan “Sole Survivor”
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“Going to the coconut tree”. You hear it all the time on “Survivor”. What does that mean? Erica Casupanan spills the beans. She is the first Canadian to win “Survivor”, and the first Filipino. Tiny and Asian, she was tired of always being underestimated, so she used it on “Survivor 41”. Erika voted out her rivals, won over everyone else, and surpri…
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Chef Michael Smith: What's Cooking?
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Michael Smith is a Celebrity Chef who decided he had a problem with the Celebrity part. He’s kind of a big deal, has published several cookbooks, hosted TV shows on the Canadian Food Network, and wore the chef’s hat at some big-name restaurants around the world. Now, tired of Michelin-priced restaurants, he moved to Prince Edward Island and runs th…
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La Tavola Marche, and a Journey off the Beaten Path to the Marche region Italy
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Unveiling one of Italy's Culinary Gems: La Tavola Marche, and a Journey Off the Beaten Path to the Marche region Italy. Nestled in the heart of Italy, amidst the undulating hills and fertile valleys of the Marche region Italy, lies a culinary sanctuary awaiting discovery. La Tavola Marche, aptly translating to "The Marche Region Table," is not just…
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Ron James says comedy should never be mean, but he sure has a lot of opinions! You should hear what he says about Quebec comedians. Is there a geographic link to comedy, a humour gene unique to Eastern Canada? Ron says he learned the power of laughter at his father’s knee in Glace Bay and then Halifax. That’s why he loves to tour, he says laughs ar…
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Sardinian Food & Wine - the "Blue Zone" longevity island
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Sardinia is a picturesque Italian island steeped in history, renowned for its extraordinary Sardinian food, and celebrated as one of the world's prominent Blue Zones, where longevity is a defining feature of life. It's a destination that beckons exploration, not only for its captivating past but also for its vibrant present. Join me on a journey th…
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The Race for the Cure in Rome, Italy
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Looking for something unique to do on your travels to Italy, totally tourist free? One thing I'm asked all the time is: "what can I do while I'm in Italy that's unique and tourist free?" I always suggest getting involved in an initiative that will benefit the Italian community and get you immersed in an activity with Italians. Most everyone is fami…
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Jen Gerson of “The Line” readily admits to being a mouthy babe, but only when she writes, she insists she is actually shy. Jen says she’s just opinionated, not trying to change anyone’s mind. She argues that’s not a journalist's job, that only activists try to “comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable”. Well, call us afflicted! Her writing…
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Packing Tips for International Travel
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Packing Tips for International Travel + Mastering the Art of Packing Light: Essential Tips for Stress-Free International Travel In the fast-paced world of international travel, the ability to pack efficiently and travel light is a skill that can make or break your journey. In my latest Flavor of Italy podcast episode, seasoned traveler Sarah Murdoc…
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Michaela Watkins: Late Bloomer
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You know you know Michaela Watkins, but you may not know why. Then you remember (or are told) that she’s been in over a hundred sitcoms, dramas and comedies, including a 2 year stint on SNL. And then you remember that you love her, and when you see her latest movie, Suze, you’ll remember why. In Suze, Michaela plays a woman who once wanted more for…
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A Journey through 'Feast of the Seven Fishes' by Daniel Paterna
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In the heart of Brooklyn, amidst the bustling streets and diverse communities, lies a treasure trove of culinary heritage. It's here that Daniel Paterna, a proud Italian-American with deep roots in his ancestral homeland, has crafted a masterpiece that transcends mere recipes - it's a celebration of family, tradition, and Daniel's rich Italian-Amer…
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Ron Sexsmith says “I’m not really shy, I’m just Canadian”. He’s a singer-songwriter who has never had a top 40 hit, is not rich, but is deeply admired by the people he admires most. Bob Dylan, Paul McCartney, Elvis Costello, and Gordon Lightfoot, are all, were all, huge fans. Sexmsith’s songs, like “Secret Heart”, have been performed by everyone fr…
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Dianne Whelan: 500 Days in the Wild
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Award-winning director and cinematographer Dianne Whelan does not choose easy topics. She’s made docs about Mount Everest, and the Arctic, but this one, about being the first to tackle the whole Trans Canada Trail, takes the cake. Or in this case, the reheated oatmeal. Dianne has called her new documentary “500 Days in the Wild”, because that was t…
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Porto, Portugal & Broa de Avintes Portuguese bread
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An intriguing article in a supplement to the Italian newspaper, the Corriere della Sera, highlighted Porto, Portugal as the top European travel destination of 2024. Coincidentally I was heading there soon after I saw the article. Porto unveiled a delightful array of delicious wines, and seafood delicacies, from succulent grilled cod to savory sardi…
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Carol Doda: Topless at the Condor
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What IS the deal with boobs? Our preoccupation with women’s breasts isn’t just sexual, it’s social, historical, political and economic. No one knew that better than Carol Doda, a dancer and cocktail waitress, who, 60 years ago, dared to bare her nipples atop a baby grand piano as it descended from the ceiling of the Condor, a San Francisco nightclu…
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Homes for sale in Tuscany Italy? + A Tuscan Home Makeover
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Homes for sale in Tuscany Italy? + A Tuscan Home Makeover In this week's episode of my Flavor of Italy podcast, I chatted with Dena Fenza, a prominent figure on Instagram known for her recipes, style tips, and lifestyle content. With nearly 150,000 followers, Dena has captivated audiences with her unique blend of Italian-American heritage and New Y…
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Tassie Cameron: Law and Order Toronto
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When Tassie Cameron first saw the opening credits for Law and Order Toronto: Criminal Intent, complete with the iconic DUN DUN sound effect, she felt a shiver up her spine. It was Cameron who was entrusted with the legendary series’ first foray beyond American borders, serving as show runner and head writer for the Canadian franchise. Tassie says T…
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