Welcome to the Table

Comedy, Culture & Why Red Sauce Always Wins with Gianmarco Soresi

This week on Italian Bred: At The Table, I'm joined by comedian Gianmarco Soresi for a hilarious conversation about family, identity, and the stories that shape us. We dive into what it means to be a self-proclaimed "pizza bagel"—half Italian, half Jewish—growing up between two cultures and in a divorced household. Gianmarco shares some of the most outrageous things his family has said around the holiday dinner table, why he's a red sauce guy through and through, and how those chaotic family moments became comedy gold. Plus, we geek out over theater, with Gianmarco making the case for why Nine is one of the greatest musicals ever written. It's a funny, heartfelt conversation about food, family, Broadway, and finding humor in the beautifully dysfunctional people who raise us. 🍝 Pull up a chair—you're officially At The Table. Follow on IG @CandiceGuardino [https://www.instagram.com/candiceguardino/] Subscribe to watch the full episodes on YouTube @CandiceGuardinoComedy [https://www.youtube.com/@CandiceGuardinoComedy] More Uncensored Stories on Candice's Substack [https://substack.com/@candiceguardino] Relax, it's all free - we don't pull that sh!t =)

Catholic Guilt, Confessions & the Gift of Grace with Father James Martin

Pull up a chair - this week at the table, Candice is joined by bestselling author, speaker, and Jesuit priest Father James Martin. From growing up with Catholic traditions to navigating faith in today's world, Candice and Father Martin dive into an honest, heartfelt, and often humorous conversation about religion, Catholic guilt, forgiveness, family, and the power of confession. They also discuss Father Martin's newest book, Work in Progress: Confessions of a busboy, dishwasher, caddy, usher, factory worker, bank teller, corporate tool, and priest. Whether you grew up Catholic, have questioned your faith, or simply love meaningful conversations, this episode offers wisdom, laughter, and plenty of food for thought. Join us at the table for a conversation about faith, family, forgiveness—and why we're all a little Italian when it comes to guilt. 🎙️ Watch and subscribe on YouTube @CandiceGuardinoComedy 🍝 Follow Candice: Instagram: @CandiceGuardino Website: CandiceGuardino.com Follow on IG @CandiceGuardino [https://www.instagram.com/candiceguardino/] Subscribe to watch the full episodes on YouTube @CandiceGuardinoComedy [https://www.youtube.com/@CandiceGuardinoComedy] More Uncensored Stories on Candice's Substack [https://substack.com/@candiceguardino] Relax, it's all free - we don't pull that sh!t =)

Coming Out Italian Style with Matty Maggiacomo

This week on Italian Bred: At The Table, Candice sits down with Peloton instructor and Theatre Buff Matty Maggiacomo for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation about growing up Italian, coming out in a big Italian family, and why no one is more dramatic - Broadway people or Italians. From moms blaming dads for their sons being gay, to “beards with little boobs,” smelling like sauce, Italian movie snacks, and finding acceptance through humor, Matty brings honesty, chaos, and nonstop laughs to the table. It’s an episode about family, identity, and the kind of love only an Italian mother can give — loud, emotional, and forever. Italian Bred: At The Table is the limited podcast series companion to Candice Guardino’s hit comedy special Italian Bred, where the stories continue right where they started… at the table. Follow on IG @CandiceGuardino [https://www.instagram.com/candiceguardino/] Subscribe to watch the full episodes on YouTube @CandiceGuardinoComedy [https://www.youtube.com/@CandiceGuardinoComedy] More Uncensored Stories on Candice's Substack [https://substack.com/@candiceguardino] Relax, it's all free - we don't pull that sh!t =)

We Do Everything Together: Raising Kids Old School with Frank & Enza Falconeri

What happens when you grow up Italian and privacy was never really part of the culture? In this episode of Italian Bred: At The Table, Candice sits down with Frank and Enza Falconeri,  the husband-and-wife duo behind the Italians Sicilians Do It Better social media brand and podcast,  to talk about marriage, parenting, tradition, and raising their daughters old-school style while living right next door to Enza’s parents. The conversation begins with a clip from Candice’s comedy special Italian Bred about learning how to drive with the entire family packed into the car… because in Italian families, nobody does anything alone. From multi-generational family life and old-school values to boundaries, chaos, and the beauty of always having family close by, this episode celebrates the humor and heart of what it really means to be Italian bred. Get your cuppa coffee, grab a seat, and join the family. Because in the end… it all leads back to the table. Follow on IG @CandiceGuardino [https://www.instagram.com/candiceguardino/] Subscribe to watch the full episodes on YouTube @CandiceGuardinoComedy [https://www.youtube.com/@CandiceGuardinoComedy] More Uncensored Stories on Candice's Substack [https://substack.com/@candiceguardino] Relax, it's all free - we don't pull that sh!t =)

You’re a Woman Now with Lorraine Bracco

Welcome to the premiere episode of Italian Bred: At the Table. The podcast where the stories continue long after the stage laughs. Host Candice Guardino pulls up a chair with legendary actress Lorraine Bracco for a hilarious, heartfelt, and unapologetically honest conversation about family, food, womanhood, Italian culture, and the moments that shape us. From first periods celebrated with wine to growing up in big Italian families where everybody had an opinion, Candice and Lorraine share stories that feel like sitting around the kitchen table with family; loud, emotional, funny, and full of love. Inspired by Candice’s hit theatrical comedy special Italian Bred, this limited podcast series brings the audience “back to the table,” where the real stories began. Pour a glass of wine, grab a seat, and join the family. Because in the end… it all leads back to the table. Follow on IG @CandiceGuardino [https://www.instagram.com/candiceguardino/] Subscribe to watch the full episodes on YouTube @CandiceGuardinoComedy [https://www.youtube.com/@CandiceGuardinoComedy] More Uncensored Stories on Candice's Substack [https://substack.com/@candiceguardino] Relax, it's all free - we don't pull that sh!t =)