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

This week we are joined by return guest, Marco Petta for his 6th episode with us! It’s been a while since Marco’s last episode and a lot has happened. Marco chatted candidly with us about his grief over the recent passing of his beloved father Matteo. We appreciated this open dialogue about the experience of immigrants losing loved ones overseas. On a lighter note, the Little Italy festival starts tomorrow here in Perth as our city hosts multiple Italian soccer teams and many exciting events celebrating all things Italian and Marco is excited to be visiting Perth for this incredible event. There is so much happening, more details are available via the link below:

calcioperth.com

Follow Marco on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/marcopetta_doesthings?igsh=MTBhOW5qdzYwcWtxeQ==

More episodes with Marco:

Episode 18: From Milan to Adelaide featuring Marco Petta

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7im5mozYDhxIMiJgty5hft?si=0K2ij2nTSASgj-s291fjBw&utm_source=copy-link

Episode 31: Marco Petta talks Sanremo 2024

https://open.spotify.com/episode/24j8ex1jOrPlAC9VovWriu?si=HJiZsWeuRiyg8OEOI15wAQ&utm_source=copy-link

Episode 57: Marco Petta always in the action

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0TT9XURwHdUlMD5ecOeEnq?si=NzaWPC5AQA25B3Wac3gFiw&utm_source=copy-link

Episode 64: Marco Petta talks Adelaide Italian Festival 2024

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7ajTYbq2JHDO75EZ60gxIy?si=ThITP_VAT3SuRUTYMg8LdA&utm_source=copy-link

Episode 105: Raising an Italian Australian Baby featuring Marco Petta

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ievQhHspyJQoGGWj80q53?si=t-lgAzOPR5qO87gApA117g&utm_source=copy-link

Ciao Amici thanks for listening to the Italian Australian podcast where we bring you your weekly connection to all things Italian Australian.

We’re joined by the incredibly funny Italian American comedian Anthony Rodia in this episode! We had an absolute ball chatting with Anthony about his Australian comedy tour, family, Italian culture, and the stories that inspire his hilarious stand-up.

The good news? Anthony is back in Australia this week, bringing his hit show to Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne! If you're looking for a night full of laughs, don't miss your chance to see him live.

Grab your tickets at rodiacomedy.com

Follow Anthony on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/rodiacomedy?igsh=MXNlcXdtZ3dtczJwYQ==

Follow Anthony on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/share/1DSHnvFhzb/?mibextid=wwXIfr