Italy Beyond the Guidebook

Welcome to Italy Beyond the Guidebook, a podcast exploring the history, culture and stories that shaped Italy beyond the usual travel highlights.

Each episode looks at the people, events and ideas that helped form the country we know today. From powerful families like the House of Medici in Florence to the rivalries, traditions and cultural movements that defined different regions of Italy.

Rather than focusing on typical tourist itineraries, Italy Beyond the Guidebook explores the deeper context behind famous places, remarkable historical figures and the events that shaped Italian society.

If you’re interested in Italian history, culture, travel and the stories behind the country’s most fascinating places, this podcast goes beyond the guidebook to uncover the real Italy. 

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