Crave

About Crave

Crave: Where Italy Meets America

Publisher

Samantha Ferro

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

10 Sept 2024

Latest episode

18 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

70 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   18 Oct 2026

   CRAVE Italy S8 Ep12 | Ornella Fado with Samantha Ferro – Women, Food & Inspiration

   This week on CRAVE Italy, host Samantha Ferro celebrates the strength, creativity, and inspiring stories of women—and the extraordinary things that happen when women support and uplift one another. Joining us from New York is Ornella Fado, creator and host of Brindiamo!, a show that has spent over 20 years celebrating Italian cuisine, culture, and authentic stories across America. In this special conversation, Samantha and Ornella explore what it means to be a woman in media, the importance of supporting one another, and how passion, perseverance, and creativity can transform a dream into a lasting success. Through Brindiamo!, Ornella has created a platform where Italian food opens the door to discovering remarkable people, traditions, and experiences. And there's a special treat for our audience! Ornella shares an episode of Brindiamo!, offering a glimpse into the culinary experiences, authentic Italian flavors, and captivating stories that have defined her show for more than two decades. From San Francisco to New York to Italy, this conversation reminds us that food is more than a meal. It's a universal language that connects generations, preserves traditions, and brings communities together. Because when women support women, incredible things happen. CRAVE Italy — Where Italy Meets America, and Tradition Meets Innovation. Special Thanks A heartfelt thank you to our guest, Ornella Fado, for sharing her inspiring journey, passion, and a special episode of Brindiamo! with our CRAVE Italy community. And thank you to our listeners and viewers for being part of our growing community! Presented With the Support Of Coldwell Banker Realty Anna Boucher 📧 anna.boucher@cbrealty.com (mailto:anna.boucher@cbrealty.com) In Partnership With Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco Italian Cultural Institute of San Francisco Host Wardrobe 👗 Samantha Ferro wearing Alice Becker Inc. https://alicebeckerinc.com/ (https://alicebeckerinc.com/) Listen & Watch CRAVE Italy 🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and all major podcast platforms. 🌐 Website: www.crave-podcast.com Follow CRAVE Italy Instagram: @crave.show TikTok: @craveitaly LinkedIn: CRAVE Italy Subscribe, follow, and share this episode with someone who inspires you. Thank you for watching and listening. Arrivederci, a presto! #CraveItaly #SamanthaFerro #OrnellaFado #Brindiamo #WomenSupportingWomen #ItalianCulture

2. 

   28 Sept 2026

   CRAVE Italy S8 Ep.11 | Concorso Italiano Monterey Car Week 2026

   CRAVE Italy at Monterey Car Week | Concorso Italiano 🇮🇹 Come with Samantha Ferro as CRAVE Italy takes you inside one of America's most celebrated showcases of Italian automotive culture — Concorso Italiano, filmed during Monterey Car Week on August 15, 2026. More than a car show, Concorso Italiano is a celebration of Italian design, craftsmanship, innovation, heritage, and passion — brought to life by the collectors, historians, experts, personalities, and enthusiasts who share a love for Italy and its extraordinary automotive legacy. Throughout this special episode, Samantha walks the field, discovers remarkable automobiles, and meets some of the people and stories that make Concorso Italiano such a unique experience. Among the special guests featured: Tom McDowell — Former Chairman of Concorso Italiano Raffaello Porro — Founder & CEO, StudioRPR Donald Osborne — Historian, Appraiser, Consultant & Media Host Valentino Balboni — Legendary Lamborghini Test Driver Adolfo Orsi — Maserati Historian, Author & Automotive Expert Samantha also speaks with collectors, car owners, and guests throughout the event, discovering the personal connections behind these incredible machines and exploring a question that goes far beyond automobiles: What does "La Dolce Vita" mean to you? Because CRAVE Italy isn't only about where Italy is. It's about the people, passion, culture, and stories that make us crave Italy. A very special thank you to Tom McDowell for his support and for helping make this CRAVE Italy special possible. Our sincere thanks also to Tanya Kosta, Chairman of Concorso Italiano, and the entire Concorso Italiano team for welcoming CRAVE Italy and making this collaboration such a memorable experience. And most importantly, thank you to everyone who continues to watch, follow, and support CRAVE Italy. Your support allows us to continue discovering and sharing extraordinary Italian stories. Live Italian. Dream Italian. Experience Italy. 🇮🇹 Viva l'Italia. Viva La Dolce Vita. 🎧 LISTEN & WATCH CRAVE ITALY Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube, and all major podcast platforms. Samantha Ferro | Wardrobe by Alice Becker Inc. https://alicebeckerinc.com/. 🌐 VISIT CRAVE ITALY www.crave-podcast.com 📲 FOLLOW CRAVE ITALY Instagram: @crave.show TikTok: @CraveItaly

3. 

   22 Sept 2026

   CRAVE Italy S8 Ep. 10 | 800 Years of Saint Francis: Assisi Comes to San Francisco

   800 years. Two cities. One extraordinary connection. In this special episode of CRAVE Italy, journalist and host Samantha Ferro brings together an extraordinary conversation commemorating the 800th anniversary of the passing of Saint Francis of Assisi and celebrating the unique connection between Assisi and San Francisco—the city that carries his name. Beginning October 14, 2026, San Francisco will welcome an extraordinary six-week exhibition honoring this historic anniversary. Sacred relics and treasures of Saint Francis and Saint Clare—never before brought outside Assisi—will journey to San Francisco, creating a remarkable encounter between two cities connected across centuries. Joining Samantha are Massimo Carnelos, Consul General of Italy in San Francisco; Angela Alioto, International Director of the Knights of Saint Francis; and Iacopo Gori of Corriere della Sera. Together, they explore the story behind this exceptional celebration, the enduring relationship between Italy and San Francisco, and the legacy of Saint Francis eight centuries after his passing. The episode was developed around these voices and this connection between Saint Francis, Italy, and San Francisco. The celebration will also welcome an official delegation from Assisi, including the Mayor of Assisi and Franciscan representatives, alongside the Consul General of Italy, the Mayor of San Francisco, and religious, civic, and community leaders. At the heart of the conversation is a question that reaches far beyond an anniversary: Why does Saint Francis still matter today? His message of peace, compassion, care for those in need, respect for creation, and dialogue among people continues to resonate across cultures, generations, and borders. These are also among the central themes explored in this special CRAVE Italy conversation. This is more than an anniversary. It is a legacy traveling across eight centuries—and across the world. From Assisi to San Francisco, CRAVE Italy takes you inside this extraordinary moment. Watch. Listen. Share the story. Host & Journalist Samantha Ferro Featuring Massimo Carnelos — Consul General of Italy in San Francisco Angela Alioto — International Director, Knights of Saint Francis Iacopo Gori — Corriere della Sera Presented with the support of Biordi Art Imports https://biordi.com/ In Partnership With Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco Italian Cultural Institute of San Francisco 👗 Host Wardrobe Samantha Ferro wearing Alice Becker Inc. https://alicebeckerinc.com/ 🎧 Listen & Watch CRAVE Italy Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube, and all major podcast platforms. 🌐 Visit CRAVE Italy www.crave-podcast.com Follow CRAVE Italy Instagram: @crave.show TikTok: @craveitaly LinkedIn: CRAVE Italy

Who has been a guest on Crave

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Chiara Stella
• Mattia Marcelli
• Vania
• Monica Madrid
• Alex Lopez

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

15,033

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

8 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 64 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

85

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

32

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