We are thrilled to be joined by father and son duo Ric and Valentino Guseli on this week’s episode of the Italian Australian Podcast! We’re making history with an exciting first for the podcast — Valentino is an Olympian who has represented Australia in snowboarding at not one, but TWO Winter Olympics!

And there’s an incredible family story behind his success. Valentino’s dad, Ric, is also his coach, and we absolutely loved hearing about their journey together, from the highs and challenges of competing at the highest level to what it’s really like having your dad by your side throughout it all.

Valentino is not only a two-time Olympian, but also a snowboarding world record holder who has competed at countless events around the world. We can’t wait to follow his career and see what the future holds for this incredibly talented yet humble young athlete!

When they’re not busy snowboarding, Ric and Valentino pour their time and passion into something very special and close to their hearts — Nonno’s Garden Bodalla, a beautiful nursery and garden centre offering plants, coffee and everything in between.

Find out more about Valentino and Nonno’s Garden by clicking the links below:

Valentino on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/valentinoguseli?igsh=Mm9qaXdub3BmZW5r

Nonno’s Garden Bodalla on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/nonnosgardenbodalla?igsh=MTNhZG00aDI5eWp3Zw==

Volare Documentary:

https://www.stan.com.au/watch/volare-valentino-guseli-2026

Episode 121: Italian Immigrant tragedies on the Snowy Scheme:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5BlHumRlbht0CV6rXCwvWV?si=m9HSofsnTO2iIuAMS05h9Q&utm_source=copy-link