Hardcore Italians Podcast
1) Drea de Matteo on The Sopranos, Adriana’s Death, and Being Proudly Italian
Actress Drea de Matteo (best known as Adriana La Cerva from The Sopranos) joins us to talk about her Italian roots, growing up in Queens, and how playing Adriana became one of TV’s most iconic roles. ...Show More
Drea de Matteo on The Sopranos, Adriana’s Death, and Being Proudly Italian
49:04 | Nov 11th, 2025
2) Matteo Bocelli Talks Italian Roots, Ed Sheeran, & Performing with His Dad at the Oscars
In this special episode of the Hardcore Italians Podcast, we’re joined by the incredibly talented Matteo Bocelli — singer, songwriter, and son of the legendary Andrea Bocelli. Matteo opens up about gr...Show More
3) Daniel Franzese on Italian Moms, Macaroni Rascals & Growing Up Italian American
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-...Show More
Daniel Franzese on Italian Moms, Macaroni Rascals & Growing Up Italian American
42:48 | Oct 9th, 2025
4) “They Told Me I Wasn’t Italian Enough” – Beverly D’Angelo Gets REAL About Her Roots
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 ...Show More
5) Family, Fame, and Faith: A Conversation with Courtney Lopez
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 Lo...Show More
6) From Jurassic to Italy: A Sit-Down with Joe Mazzello
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 refl...Show More
7) The Esteriore Brothers: Viral Fame, Italian Roots & Singing with Heart
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 me...Show More
8) Ronnie Marmo Talks General Hospital, Joe Mantegna, and Becoming Comedy Icon Lenny Bruce
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 ...Show More
9) Kathrine Narducci Gets Real on De Niro, The Sopranos, and Staying True in Hollywood
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 Rob...Show More
Kathrine Narducci Gets Real on De Niro, The Sopranos, and Staying True in Hollywood
40:42 | Sep 25th, 2025
10) Robert Funaro Talks Sopranos, James Gandolfini & His New Italian Cookbook | Hardcore Italian Podcast
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...Show More