Actor and comedian Daniel Franzese (best known as Damien from Mean Girls) joins us to talk about his Italian American roots, the inspiration behind Sht Italian Moms Say*, and his family’s Brooklyn-to-Florida journey. From the “psychic powers” o...

Hollywood told her she wasn’t Italian enough… even with the name D’Angelo. In this powerful and hilarious episode, Beverly opens up about her deep Italian heritage, visiting her grandparents' town in Abruzzo, cooking with her Nona, and the real...

From Broadway to motherhood, Courtney Lopez shares her journey growing up Italian American, embracing Mexican-Italian family values, her Broadway roots, and the behind-the-scenes of life with Mario Lopez.Shop merch: https://www.hardcore...

In this heartfelt and hilarious episode, we catch up with actor, writer, and director Joe Mazzello—best known for his iconic roles in Jurassic Park, Bohemian Rhapsody, and The Social Network. Joe reflects on growing up in the industry, working ...

The Esteriore Brothers join us to talk about their journey from childhood performances to becoming viral sensations keeping Italian music alive around the world. In this episode, they share what it means to stay true to your roots, the power of...

Actor, writer, and director Ronnie Marmo joins us to talk about his powerful one-man show “I’m Not a Comedian... I’m Lenny Bruce”, what it’s like working with Joe Mantegna, and his deep connection to storytelling and Italian-American identity. ...

Actress Kathrine Narducci (The Sopranos, A Bronx Tale, Godfather of Harlem) joins Mike for a rich, unfiltered conversation on loyalty, legacy, and life in film. From behind-the-scenes stories with Robert De Niro to her thoughts on mob movies, I...

In this episode of the Hardcore Italians Podcast, we sit down with Robert Funaro, best known for playing Eugene Pontecorvo on The Sopranos. Robert shares behind-the-scenes stories from the iconic show, his friendship with James Gandolfini, and ...

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Actor, writer, and director Ronnie Marmo joins us to talk about his powerful one-man show “I’m Not a Comedian... I’m Lenny Bruce”, what it’s like working with Joe Mantegna, and his deep connection to storytelling and Italian-American identity. ...

In this episode of the Hardcore Italians Podcast, we sit down with Steve Schirripa, best known for playing Bobby Baccalieri on The Sopranos. Steve shares behind-the-scenes stories from the iconic show, insights into his roles on Blue Bloods, an...

Join host Mike as he sits down with guest Mike Gentile! Dive into candid and unfiltered mob stories, family ties, and hilarious behind-the-scenes escapades from the streets of Chicago. In their signature double-Mike style, they share raw tales ...

This episode features actor and filmmaker Gino Cafarelli as he sits down with Mike to talk about his career and life in the entertainment industry.Shop merch: https://www.hardcoreitalians.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel, le...

In today’s episode, I sit down with comedian Mike Marino and TheNumba1Guido, to dive into all things Italian – from favourite dishes and family traditions to the humor and pride that come with Italian culture. We chat about growing up Italian, ...

In this episode, Mike sits down with Tony Ocean, a talented performer with a career that spans decades. Born in Italy and raised in Chicago, Tony has performed across the U.S., known for his incredible voice and energetic shows. He’s fronted se...

Check out this exclusive interview with Ron Onesti, conducted by Mike, the owner of Hardcore Italians. They dive into the significance of Columbus Day and its importance in Italian-American culture. Ron Onesti, a renowned event producer and pre...

Thanks for checking out this interview with John Vincent! John is the residentNational Anthem singer for the Chicago Cubs, known for his unforgettable performances,including his iconic Game 4 rendition during the 2016 World Series, whic...

Tony Pec, often referred to as "The Godfather of Instagram," is the co-founder of Y Not You Media, a prominent New York-based social media attention agency. Known for his expertise in helping businesses and personal brands expand their reach, T...

Sitting down with Anthony Iannone, the Owner of the Culinary Pizza Academy in Lisle, Illinois to discuss all things pizza.Timeline00:00 - Introduction00:37 - Background02:50 - About La Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli04:40 - Co...

NIAF President Robert Allegrini sheds light on his accolades.Become a member of the National Italian American Foundation and support the important work NIAF does in our community today: https://www.niaf.org/membership/become-a-niaf-memb...

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Chicago Italian-American brand Bianco Profumo reveals what it's like building a brand from scratch.Shop Merch: https://www.hardcoreitalians.comFollow Hardcore Italians here:Facebook: https://facebook.com/hardcoreitalians...

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