In the 19th episode of Italian Village – The Podcast, we meet a physicist whose journey moves across borders, disciplines, and dimensions — from the Large Hadron Collider at CERN to shaping ideas and communities in Southeast Asia: Paolo Adragna, high-energy physicist, former researcher on the ATLAS experiment, and board member of the Singapore Italian Association.https://youtu.be/5ZRmIXReIBoAfter completing a PhD in experimental particle physics and contributing to some of the world’s most ambitious scientific experiments at CERN, Paolo expanded his horizons through roles in academia, international institutions, and innovation consulting — with studies at the Queen Mary, University of London enriching his interdisciplinary approach.In this episode, he shares what it was like working on the frontlines of discovery at CERN, how he transitioned from scientific research to broader impact roles, and why fostering community and cross-cultural dialogue has become an essential part of his mission here in Singapore.We also explore what physics teaches us beyond the lab — about curiosity, structure, collaboration, and adapting to change — and how an Italian perspective can stay alive and relevant across different geographies and careers.If you're passionate about science, global paths, or just want to understand how smashing particles can help build connections, this episode is for you.🎥 Guarda l’episodio completo su YouTube:👉 https://youtube.com/@italianvillage🌐 Scopri di più su: https://www.italianvillage.it/An idea of: Omar Bassalti 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarbassalti/Follow us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/45kNUaSApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3VDVWZeAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Rrch17Guest: Paolo Adragna 👉 https://inspirehep.net/authors/1062474Host: Omar Bassalti 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarbassalti/Co-Host: Monica Vecchi 👉 https://sg.linkedin.com/in/monica-vecchi-490a5631Executive Producer: Italian Village - The Podcast | https://italianvillage.itArt Director: Italian Village - The Podcast | https://italianvillage.itAudio and Video Post-Production: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Intro and Animations: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/ via https://www.canva.com/Graphics: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/ via https://www.canva.com/Video Equipment: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Lighting Equipment: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Social Media Manager: DLVRContact: info@italianvillage.it📍 Location:400 Orchard Road#06-10 Orchard TowersSingapore 238875https://maps.app.goo.gl/mkkA4t8p1S9k6FES8

In the 18th episode of Italian Village – The Podcast, we meet a young voice shaped by multiple cultures and countries. Our guest is Esther Iavazzo, a young Italo-Singaporean who grew up between Italy, Singapore, and the Netherlands, spending over ten years in Holland in an international school environment.https://youtu.be/EVdSEKmcdrMBorn to an Italian father and a Singaporean mother, Esther’s journey is deeply international from the very beginning. Living and studying in the Netherlands exposed her to a multicultural setting that influenced not only her education, but also her sense of identity, belonging, and worldview.In this episode, Esther shares what it means to grow up in a mixed family, to navigate different cultures and languages, and to form a personal identity while constantly moving between countries. We talk about life in international schools, the challenges and opportunities of being a “third culture kid,” and how these experiences shape the way she relates to both her Italian and Singaporean roots.We also explore how growing up abroad affects the relationship with heritage, family traditions, and national identity — and why flexibility, openness, and cultural curiosity have become key strengths for her generation.If you’re interested in international upbringings, mixed cultural identities, or the experience of growing up between worlds, this episode is for you.🎥 Guarda l’episodio completo su YouTube:👉 https://youtube.com/@italianvillage🌐 Scopri di più su: https://www.italianvillage.it/An idea of: Omar Bassalti 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarbassalti/Follow us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/45kNUaSApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3VDVWZeAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Rrch17Guest: Esther Iavazzo 👉 https://www.italianschool.sg/profile/esther-iavazzo/Host: Omar Bassalti 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarbassalti/Co-Host: Monica Vecchi 👉 https://sg.linkedin.com/in/monica-vecchi-490a5631Executive Producer: Italian Village - The Podcast | https://italianvillage.itArt Director: Italian Village - The Podcast | https://italianvillage.itAudio and Video Post-Production: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Intro and Animations: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/ via https://www.canva.com/Graphics: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/ via https://www.canva.com/Video Equipment: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Lighting Equipment: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Social Media Manager: DLVRContact: info@italianvillage.it📍 Location:400 Orchard Road#06-10 Orchard TowersSingapore 238875https://maps.app.goo.gl/mkkA4t8p1S9k6FES8

For the 16th episode of Italian Village – The Podcast, we’re glad to welcome Aidym Lovisotto, a passionate mum whose multicultural journey has inspired her to explore identity, belonging, and the power of personal narratives in a globalised world.https://youtu.be/3Rv2S_n4yOQ📚 In this episode, we dive into her book, “Where Are You? What Is Your Story?”—a thoughtful and reflection on what it means to grow up, live, and raise a child between cultures. Through a beautifully illustrated format, Aidym opens a window into the emotional layers of multicultural life, from navigating different languages and traditions to the silent questions of home and heritage that often go unspoken.Book: https://www.amazon.sg/Where-are-you-What-story/dp/B0C63YSMVL🌏 Drawing from her own experience as a multilingual mother and coach in an international school setting, Aidym shares the inspiration behind her book, and how her daily environment—surrounded by students, parents, and colleagues from all over the world—shaped her reflections on identity and connection.💡 We talk about the richness and complexity of multiculturalism, the importance of nurturing emotional intelligence in children, and how storytelling can help bridge cultural divides and spark deeper understanding. This episode is a heartfelt conversation for anyone who has ever asked themselves: Where do I belong? and What story do I carry with me?🎧 Tune in for a soulful exploration of cross-cultural life, the beauty of diverse identities, and the stories that unite us—no matter where we come from.---🎥 Guarda l’episodio completo su YouTube:👉 https://youtube.com/@italianvillage🌐 Scopri di più su: https://www.italianvillage.it/An idea of: Omar Bassalti 👉 / https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarbassalti/Follow us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/45kNUaSApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3VDVWZeAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Rrch17Guest: Aidym Lovisotto 👉 https://sg.linkedin.com/in/aidym-lovisottoHost: Omar Bassalti 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarbassalti/Co-Host: Monica Vecchi 👉 https://sg.linkedin.com/in/monica-vecchi-490a5631Executive Producer: Italian Village - The Podcast | https://italianvillage.itArt Director: Italian Village - The Podcast | https://italianvillage.itAudio and Video Post-Production: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Intro and Animations: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/ via https://www.canva.com/Graphics: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/ via https://www.canva.com/Video Equipment: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Lighting Equipment: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Social Media Manager: DLVRContact: info@italianvillage.itLocation:400 Orchard Road#06-10 Orchard TowersSingapore 238875https://maps.app.goo.gl/mkkA4t8p1S9k6FES8

In the 15th episode of Italian Village - The Podcast, we sit down with an Italian innovator who set out to transform the way we rent homes: Luca Bregoli, Co-Founder and COO of Cove, one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic co-living startups.https://youtu.be/6yIpPtjpNTQFrom Italy to Singapore, Luca took a familiar frustration — the slow, complicated, and often expensive process of finding a rental home — and turned it into an opportunity to build something better. With Cove, he helped create a platform that digitises and simplifies renting, putting tenants at the heart of the experience. No more endless viewings, no more paperwork, no agent fees — just flexible contracts, transparent pricing, and even the chance to know who your future housemates are before you move in.In this episode, Luca shares the journey that led him and his co-founders Sophie #Jokelson and Guillaume #Castagne to launch #Cove, the untapped potential of the rental market in Asia, and why younger generations are increasingly choosing co-living over buying property. We also talk about how the pandemic reshaped housing needs, and what the future holds for urban living across the region.If you’re curious about innovation, building a business abroad, or how our cities — and homes — are evolving, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.---🎥 Guarda l’episodio completo su YouTube:👉 https://youtube.com/@italianvillage🌐 Scopri di più su: https://www.italianvillage.it/An idea of: Omar Bassalti 👉 / https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarbassalti/Follow us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/45kNUaSApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3VDVWZeAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Rrch17Guest: Luca Bregoli 👉 https://www.crunchbase.com/person/luca-bregoliHost: Omar Bassalti 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarbassalti/Co-Host: Monica Vecchi 👉 https://sg.linkedin.com/in/monica-vecchi-490a5631Executive Producer: Italian Village - The Podcast | https://italianvillage.itArt Director: Italian Village - The Podcast | https://italianvillage.itAudio and Video Post-Production: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Intro and Animations: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/ via https://www.canva.com/Graphics: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/ via https://www.canva.com/Video Equipment: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Lighting Equipment: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Social Media Manager: DLVRContact: info@italianvillage.itLocation:400 Orchard Road#06-10 Orchard TowersSingapore 238875https://maps.app.goo.gl/mkkA4t8p1S9k6FES8

In the 17th episode of Italian Village – The Podcast, we take off — quite literally — with an Italian scientist who’s been watching the skies from both Earth and orbit: Simone Lolli, atmospheric physicist, research fellow at the National Research Council (CNR) of Italy, and former NASA contractor at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.📺 https://youtu.be/HovQDFl9fEcWith a career that spans continents and clouds, Simone’s work focuses on understanding the atmosphere using cutting-edge lidar technology — from urban air quality to volcanic ash and climate modeling. In this episode, he shares stories from the field, from launching instruments in Singapore to collaborating with international teams in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, and explains how studying the sky can help protect life below it.We also talk about his passion for science communication, the joy and challenge of translating complex data into public knowledge, and how young researchers can navigate global science from Italy — or wherever their journey begins.If you’re curious about space, climate, or how laser beams and satellites help us understand the air we breathe, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.🎥 Guarda l’episodio completo su YouTube:👉 https://youtube.com/@italianvillage🌐 Scopri di più su: https://www.italianvillage.it/An idea of: Omar Bassalti 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarbassalti/Follow us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/45kNUaSApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3VDVWZeAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Rrch17Guest: Simone Lolli 👉 https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Simone-LolliHost: Omar Bassalti 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarbassalti/Co-Host: Monica Vecchi 👉 https://sg.linkedin.com/in/monica-vecchi-490a5631Executive Producer: Italian Village - The Podcast | https://italianvillage.itArt Director: Italian Village - The Podcast | https://italianvillage.itAudio and Video Post-Production: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Intro and Animations: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/ via https://www.canva.com/Graphics: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/ via https://www.canva.com/Video Equipment: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Lighting Equipment: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Social Media Manager: DLVRContact: info@italianvillage.it📍 Location:400 Orchard Road#06-10 Orchard TowersSingapore 238875https://maps.app.goo.gl/mkkA4t8p1S9k6FES8

For the 14th episode of Italian Village – The Podcast, we’re proud to welcome Aliaksandra Iuchyk, Marketing Director at Ethos BeathChapman and a strategic leader with over a decade of experience driving business growth and brand expansion across the Asia-Pacific region.https://youtu.be/7lUQ_lv5fcg🌏 From Belarus to bustling business hubs like India, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, and now Singapore, Aliaksandra has carved out a career that spans digital startups, retail consultancy, and executive search. Her journey includes launching digital ventures at Rocket Internet, guiding European brands into the APAC market, and now spearheading marketing at one of Asia’s top executive recruitment firms.💡 In this episode, Aliaksandra shares insights on what it takes to scale businesses in fast-moving markets, how talent strategy is evolving in tech and fintech, and why understanding local nuance is key to succeeding in a globalized world. We explore her transition from operational marketing to leadership in executive search, and what companies today are really looking for when building high-performing teams.Whether you’re passionate about global business, talent development, or the dynamics of emerging markets, this conversation offers a thoughtful look at growth, grit, and cross-cultural adaptability.🎧 Tune in for a dynamic discussion that bridges East and West, digital and human, strategy and storytelling—directly from the heart of Singapore.---🎥 Guarda l’episodio completo su YouTube:👉 https://youtube.com/@italianvillage🌐 Scopri di più su: https://www.italianvillage.it/An idea of: Omar Bassalti 👉 / https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarbassalti/Follow us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/45kNUaSApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3VDVWZeAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Rrch17Guest: Aliaksandra Iuchyk 👉 https://sg.linkedin.com/in/aliaksandra-iuchykHost: Omar Bassalti 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarbassalti/Co-Host: Monica Vecchi 👉 https://sg.linkedin.com/in/monica-vecchi-490a5631Executive Producer: Italian Village - The Podcast | https://italianvillage.itArt Director: Italian Village - The Podcast | https://italianvillage.itAudio and Video Post-Production: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Intro and Animations: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/ via https://www.canva.com/Graphics: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/ via https://www.canva.com/Video Equipment: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Lighting Equipment: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Social Media Manager: DLVRContact: info@italianvillage.itLocation:400 Orchard Road#06-10 Orchard TowersSingapore 238875https://maps.app.goo.gl/mkkA4t8p1S9k6FES8

For the 13th episode of Italian Village – The Podcast, we're delighted to welcome Gianluca Armando, Director at Expedia and an accomplished leader in the travel and tech industry with over 15 years of international experience.https://youtu.be/HQ0a2Dz0qio🌍 From Milan to London and now Singapore, Gianluca’s journey through some of the world’s most dynamic markets reflects a deep passion for innovation, digital transformation, and customer-centric growth. At Expedia, he plays a pivotal role in driving strategic partnerships and shaping the future of travel in the Asia-Pacific region.💡 In this conversation, Gianluca shares his insights into the evolving landscape of online travel, how technology is transforming the way we explore the world, and what it means to lead with purpose in a global context. We discuss his personal path from Italy to leadership in one of the world’s top travel platforms, the challenges and opportunities of the APAC market, and how cultural adaptability fuels professional success.Whether you’re passionate about tech, travel, or cross-cultural business, this episode offers an inspiring look at what it takes to thrive at the intersection of innovation and global mobility.🎧 Tune in for a thoughtful dialogue that connects continents, industries, and ideas—directly from the heart of Singapore.---🎥 Guarda l’episodio completo su YouTube:👉 [youtube.com/@italianvillage](https://youtube.com/@italianvillage)🌐 Scopri di più su: [italianvillage.it](https://italianvillage.it/)An idea of: Omar Bassalti 👉 / https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarbassalti/Follow us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/45kNUaSApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3VDVWZeAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Rrch17Host: Omar Bassalti 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarbassalti/Co-Host: Monica Vecchi 👉 https://sg.linkedin.com/in/monica-vecchi-490a5631Guest: Gianluca Armando 👉 https://uk.linkedin.com/in/gianluca-armando-30714715Executive Producer: Italian Village - The Podcast | [https://italianvillage.it](https://italianvillage.it/)Art Director: Italian Village - The Podcast | [https://italianvillage.it](https://italianvillage.it/)Audio and Video Post-Production: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Intro and Animations: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/ via [canva.com](http://canva.com/)Graphics: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/ via [canva.com](http://canva.com/)Video Equipment: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Lighting Equipment: Orchard Road Studios | https://www.orchardroad.studio/Social Media Manager: DLVRContact: [info@italianvillage.it](mailto:info@italianvillage.it)Location:400 Orchard Road#06-10 Orchard TowersSingapore 238875https://maps.app.goo.gl/mkkA4t8p1S9k6FES8