Jul 29, 2024

Who does leisure better, Italy or America?

The answer is probably obvious, but you may be surprised to learn that Italians are emulating more and more the infamous American work ethic.

Is the Italian dolce far niente instict enough to overcome the trend of over-productivity?

And what can Americans learn from Italians...

Jul 25, 2024

On this exclusive bonus episode, we put you and Tiffany, our queen of trivia, to the test. How many questions about July can you answer correctly?

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Jul 22, 2024

From all accounts, the ancient Romans knew how to do leisure—the priviledged classes at least.

According to historians, they didn't see leisure time as something they got to enjoy once their obligations were completed, but rather, as the ideal state in which to live, when they had control over all their actions.

Can...

Jul 15, 2024

What is it like to divide your life between two countries? It sounds like the best of both worlds, but is it really?

Today we are joined by someone who does just that, Laurel Attanasio, founder of Laurel Ann, LLC a boutique travel company specializing in wellness adventures. Laurel divides her time between the US and...

Jul 11, 2024

Tiffany's had a rough week. And to make matters worse, some of the people in her life have been driving her absolutely crazy. On this exclusive bonus episode, she vents her frustration. 

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