Direct from Italy! Follow the adventures of two Americans running a villa in Puglia, Italy, and learn all about Italian the culture, people, food and fun. Every week, we’ll share our lives with you and what life in Italy is really like especially for two Americans. From Italian recipes to travel in Italy to interviews with others who share the same Italian spirit, we’ll cover it all. So come along for the ride and discover that life is better when you put a little Italian into it.
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Welcome to The Empty Nest Kitchen with Christine Van Bloem, where we're finding fun in the kitchen and navigating life after the kids have flown the coop. Join Christine around her kitchen table as we delve into insightful conversations with fellow empty nest women about navigating careers, side hustles, and the joys of food and cooking. Whether you're embarking on a new chapter or seeking inspiration for your next culinary adventure, tune in for stories, tips, and laughter from women just l ...
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Welcome to Horraon Olive Grove! The playground of Olympias and her son Alexander! From here we will travel to History, to Art, to Flavours! We will travel to Culture!
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The Secrets of EVOO with Sharon Streb of Olive & Basket
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I'm talking to Sharon Streb of Olive Basket to explore the intricacies of high-quality olive oils and vinegars, including their production processes and health benefits. Sharon also touches on her adventure in Italy and her decision to open a store focused on high-quality, small-batch products, many from women-owned companies. We get into the senso…
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How to Start a Supper Club
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Want to start a supper club? You'll want to know the tips and tricks to make your club a success! In this episode we'll talk about starting and thriving in a supper club, detailing how you can enhance their social lives through these well-organized gatherings. From selecting the right mix of attendees, managing group dynamics, deciding event themes…
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Vintage Vibes with Mindy Cawley of Vintage MC
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This week, Christine sits down with Mindy Cawley, the owner of Vintage MC in Frederick, Maryland. They discuss Mindy's journey from farm life to running a successful vintage shop specializing in mid-century modern furniture and retro items. They explore the vibrant local support for small businesses in Frederick, thanks to initiatives like the Down…
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Holistic Wellness Strategies with Dawn McGee
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I'm talking with Dawn McGee, a wellness strategist and nutrition expert, covering a broad spectrum of health and wellness topics. Dawn shares her approach to nutrition, the significance of lifestyle transitions, and the holistic management of health through nutrition, movement, hydration, sleep, and stress. We'll also discuss culinary medicine and …
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Jennifer Gerlock Pursues It All
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In this episode, Christine hosts her friend Jen Gerlock from Pursuit of it All, discussing Jen's recent life transitions. Jen shares her story of leaving a high-pressure job to prioritize her health and personal happiness, and how she now dives deep into new challenges and adventures. We talk about the courage it takes to break free from societal e…
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Culinary Medicine and the Magical Mediterranean Diet: A Journey Towards Menopause Wellness
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In this episode, I'm talking about a culinary medicine class I recently completed, offered by George Washington University and my local community college. The class, designed specifically for food service professionals, emphasized the importance of health and diet, particularly through the lens of the Mediterranean diet. As a heart attack survivor,…
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Creating a Life Sabbatical with Elizabeth Cromwell
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Elizabeth Cromwell chats about her adventurous sabbatical after moving from Maryland to San Francisco, sharing her journey through various life changes, including her professional path, divorce, and becoming an empty nester. Creating her own life sabbatical gave her the structure to travel across Italy, the US, and Martha's Vineyard, among other pl…
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Get Into Reformer Pilates with Dawn Conine
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Exploring Pilates with Dawn Conine This week, Christine hosts Dawn Conine, the lead instructor at Club Pilates in Frederick and Germantown, Maryland. Christine and Dawn discuss their experiences with Reformer Pilates, touching upon its history, the equipment used, and its benefits for strength, flexibility, and balance. Dawn also shares her persona…
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Let's Talk Entrepreneurship, Economic Development, and Mentorship with Sandy Dubay of PPR Strategies
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Kick off season two with a conversation with literal ray of Sunshine, Sandy Dubay, the bright and shiny founder of PPR Strategies. We'll talk about the intricacies of running a business focused on economic development, workforce development, and tourism. Sandy shares her journey of building her company, the joys and challenges of managing a team, a…
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Savoring Stories: Food-Themed Movies & TV Shows Perfect for Summer (Season Finale)
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Let's talk about favorite food-themed movies and TV shows, emphasizing the romance and inspiration found within the food world. Summer is the perfect time to draw the curtains on the steamiest day, drop the temperature of the ac to just above polar, make yourself the very tastiest summer snack, and watch really great food movies & tv. Enjoy this gu…
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Travel Beyond the Guidebook with Beth Schillaci
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Find Christine at: FB: @emptynestkitchen IG: @TheEmptyNestKitchen Web: EmptyNestKitchen.com Linked In: @christinevanbloemDoor Christine Van Bloem
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Getting Out of Your Own Way with LauraAura
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After navigating a successful 16-year run with her branding agency, LauraAura found herself at a crossroads during the challenges of COVID-19. Our meeting at an online workshop set the stage for today's conversation, where Laura shares the emotional journey of letting go of her team and rediscovering what truly fulfills her. Together, we unpack the…
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Finding the Flavor in Low-Sodium Cooking with Chef Danielle Turner of SaltSanity.com
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Say hello to Chef Danielle Turner, the mastermind behind Salt Sanity. After her husband's heart issues struck, Danielle took her classic training to a new level by retraining herself to find the flavor in food without all the salt. Now Danielle is here to teach you through her The Food Lover's Guide to Low Sodium Living (with a 15% special discount…
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Resilience in Mid-Life with Kelly Beins
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We all go through stuff, especially once mid-life hits. Finding resilience and making the choice between recovering or not can be difficult, but not impossible. This week I'm talking with Kelly Beins, an occupational therapist who built a business, closed a business, and now is thriving in her career. You'll hear about the mental ups and downs in e…
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Finding the Funny with Laura Stark of That's What She Said
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What happens when you combine a chatterbox cook with an Improv pro? This week, we're talking about finding the funny with Laura Stark of the improv troupe That's What She Said! The conversations bobs and weaves through pronouns, yoga, bread baking, and why improv for the empty nest ladies is a great (and fun!) idea! You can find tickets to the That…
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My Heart Attack Story: The Importance of Heart Health Awareness for the Mid-Life Woman
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Christine Van Bloem's journey from surviving a heart attack to thriving today shows resilience and the power of awareness. Through her story, she not only raises awareness about the often overlooked symptoms of heart attacks in women but also underscores the importance of listening to one's body and advocating for proper medical attention. Despite …
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Your New Favorite Summer Wine & Cocktail (with a Naughty Name)
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Looking to up your wine IQ by trying something new this summer? This crisp, white wine is a relative of Sauvignon Blanc and though it can be a little spendy, it's a tasty option for warmer weather. And while we're talking wine, let's bring what is sure to be the cocktail of the summer into the mix too! Fruity with a hint of vanilla and a racy name,…
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Kitchen Must-Haves with Marien Hornyak of The Kitchenette
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In this episode of The Empty Nest Kitchen, host Christine Van Bloem delves into the world of tools for the Empty Nest Kitchen with special guest Marien Hornyak, owner of The Kitchenette in Downtown Frederick, Maryland. Get ready to discover the latest must-have gadgets and hear insights from Marien, who is also known as the @TheBlindKitchenLady on …
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Managing Menopause Holistically with Kristin Smedley of Daffodil Pathways
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Christine Van Bloem and Kristin Smedley of Daffodil Pathways have a lively discussion about navigating menopause and holistic health practices, with a focus on empowerment and self-advocacy. The conversation delves into Kristin's journey transitioning from nursing to holistic nursing, menopause experiences, and empowering women to become their own …
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Finding Treasures with Amy Benton of Paris is Calling
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Podcast Show Notes: Episode 7 - Finding Treasures with Amy Benton of Paris is Calling Welcome back to another episode of The Empty Nest Kitchen! Today, we're delving into the world of found treasures with my guest, Amy Benton, the founder of Paris is Calling. Amy is here to share her passion for discovering hidden gems and bringing the charm and vi…
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Puff the Magic Pastry: Working with Puff Pastry
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Working with puff pastry is a breeze if you know the tips and tricks to get you from freezer to oven in puffy, crispy, flaky goodness. This week we're talking all things puff pastry, from how's it's made to techniques that insure puffy success. We'll even talk about how to make the most of frozen puff to turn it into a delightful dinner or delectab…
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Bakery Life with Deb King, Deb's Artisan Bakehouse
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This week Deb King from Deb's Artisan Bakehouse and I are talking pastries, why food IS love if you're the cook, and how her terrific bakery got started. If you've ever wondered how she creates a menu or what it's like to have a menu full of choices and options every week, this episode is the one for you.…
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Mastering Handmade Pasta with Laurie Boucher, Pastapreneur
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Laurie Boucher calls herself a Pastapreneur, but I call her the Pasta Queen. Laurie's dedication to all things pasta on her Instagram account, @BaltimoreHomeCook, will leave you not only hungry, but ready to make your own pasta! A former attorney, Laurie has jumped into pasta-making full steam ahead. You can find her delicious hand-formed pasta at …
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Tinned fish is all the rage, and a great way to spend some time with friends and neighbors, or even for a quick dinner for one or two. Here's you'll find info on getting started in your own tinned fish era, with places to shop for the highest quality product, the accompaniments you'll want to include, and even a few extras to add on your board. Plu…
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Thrive in Midlife with Heather Tydings of Own Your Evolution
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This week I'm talking with Heather Tydings, the owner of Own Your Evolution. Heather is a practicing psychotherapist and life coach. Listen as we jam out on empty nest women, mental wellness, food, fun, and travel. A travel loving foodie, Heather is also a lifetime vegetarian, triple Capricorn, mama bear, wife, friend, and celebrator of all good th…
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Feeling Salty: Salt Matters!
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We're talking salt today! Don't know the difference between table and kosher, or Morton's or Diamond Crystal? I'm here to help!Door Christine Van Bloem
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Adopt an Olive Tree and Make a Difference in the World of Sustainable Agriculture! Experience the beauty and tradition of the Epirus region in Greece with HORRAON Olive Grove and HORRAON Ultra Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
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A Culinary Triumph: Archimedes and Einstein Declare HORRAON's Ultra Premium EVOO the Best They've Ever Tasted!
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Archimedes and Einstein are clearly in awe of this extraordinary olive oil, and it’s easy to see why. The HORRAON Olive Grove is a place of wonder, where the finest ingredients come together to create something truly remarkable. And with the HORRAON Ultra Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil, they have truly outdone themselves.…
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HORRAON Olive Grove is a place where history and nature come together to create the perfect setting for a romantic and unforgettable wedding. The ancient Greek site of Horreum, which dates back to the 4th century BCE, provides a stunning backdrop for the ceremony. The ruins of the site are well-preserved and offer a glimpse into the rich history of…
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After years spent in major cities around Europe and being consumed by the corporate world and lifestyle, on May 18, 2020, our return journey to our roots began with great anticipation and excitement. Our destination is the region of Epirus in Greece where our olive grove has been proudly standing for centuries.…
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Christos Saltogiannis, our agronomist, talks about us, our philosophy, and our biodynamic cultivation and explains how the involvement of “gaiasense” along with all other actions taken will assist us in achieving our goal. The production of excellent quality with high nutritional values early harvest of extra virgin olive oil in 2022.…
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The HORRAON Olive Grove is located on the bedrock of a small hill, at the top of which stands Horraon, one of Greece’s most important archaeological landmarks, which, like much of our ancient Greek heritage, has been abandoned by the modern Greek state!
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Treat yourself to a little bit of the Mediterranean lifestyle. Adopt an olive tree from our HORRAON Olive Grove. Our Olive Grove is located in the sacred plains of Horraon in the Greek region of Epirus, one of the most significant sites of Ancient Greece. This was the place where Alexander the Great wandered during his childhood. Visit our website …
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So, full warning, this is not a happy podcast. But I just wanted to say a little about Paul and thank you all for your support. For those of you that don’t know, Paul Cappelli passed away this year after a short battle with cancer. From all of us at the Cappelli family — Steven, Connie, Nikki, Casey, and Logan — we want to thank you all of you so, …
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We take a lot of pasta names for granted. Sure, we all enjoy “spaghetti,” but do you know what it means? How about “penne” or “fusilli”? In this podcast, we talk about the names of various pastas. And in many cases how the name describes the shape. If you want to see actual pictures of the various pastas, check out all the pics in the show notes. A…
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063: Caremongering, the virus, and gardening — oh my!
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The title pretty much says it all. We talk a little more about the coronavirus in Puglia and how Italians are dealing with things. Luckily the medical system here is very good. We talk Caremongering. A wonderful movement started in Canada. Essentially, it is a movement encouraging acts of kindness or assistance, especially to help vulnerable people…
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062: Our experience with the coronavirus in Italy.
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Not much in the way of show notes for this episode guys. And this might be a trend as we focus more on putting out good audio, and not so much on the show notes, so we can do more podcasts. This episode, we catch you up with what life has been like with the coronavirus here in Italy, and more specifically, Puglia. It is definitely a strange time, b…
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061: Day in the life of running an Italian Villa
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In this episode, we try to give you a bit of behind the scenes look at what it’s like to run a villa, especially from the tour and vacation rental aspect. We cover all sorts of topics, including: • Breakfasts, as far as what we serve and why a simple breakfast is never a simple breakfast • Laundry. Again, while for most a load of laundry here and t…
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060: Italian Villa Projects
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In this podcast, we catch you up on the projects we’ve been doing at the villa during our “off time” without guests. From major new interviews to unexpected construction, we’ve had a lot going on. Topics we cover: • Paul’s interview on CBS Sunday Morning about olive blight in southern Puglia that is destroying a lot of olive trees • Here are some e…
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The Top 10 reasons to book an Italian villa for your next celebration
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Have a big milestone birthday coming up? Or perhaps an anniversary? Perhaps you’re just looking to travel with a large group of family and friends. Then booking a villa in Italy might is the perfect way to celebrate with family and friends. Here are just a few of the reasons you should book an Italian villa now! 1. It’s more affordable than you thi…
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058: Real News, Fake Food
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In this podcast, we take a dive into the culinary world and explore where there is a lot of “fake food” out there. From doctored extra virgin olive oils and grated cheese to wine and balsamic vinegar, we give you the real news on fake food. Topics we cover: • How we’ve had a few podcast fans visit this year, including Kendra and her new business: w…
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057: It's Not Only Rock 'n' Roll
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We move outdoors to sit among the olive trees for our second part of our interview with rock ’n’ roll royalty Jenny Boyd. We talk music, creativity, and her book It’s Not Only Rock ’n’ Roll. Topics we cover: • We talk about Jenny’s second husband • The British invasion • How Brits saw America a land of opportunity • What musicians drive was during …
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056: Jenny Boyd "Rock 'n' Roll Nobility"
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We are finally back after a very very very busy summer. But we couldn't resist making some time to sit down with one of our guests, Jenny Boyd, and talk to her about creative and music and her book It's Not Only Rock 'n' Roll. Topics we cover: • We introduce Jenny Boyd, a recent guest at Villa Cappelli • She wrote the book It’s Not Only Rock and Ro…
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Another quick catchup episode, talking about spring in Puglia, our new dogs, our spring projects, and other odds and ends of life in our villa in Puglia, Italy. Topics we cover: • How we lost our dog Orso recently • And how we decided to get some new puppies • Mina came to us from a farm in the Mugia • Mina is a girl, which is what Paul wanted • Mi…
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054: Catch-Up Italian Style
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After a long hiatus (we were super, super busy), we are back with a podcast catching you up on everything that’s been happening since we last broadcast. Have a subject you’d like us to cover, let us know in the comments. Topics we cover: • Our experience being actors in August [caption id="attachment_2164" align="alignleft" width="225"] Our ugly be…
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053: 21 Things Italians Do Better
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What do we think Italians do better than anyone? Find out in our list below. But first, a couple of notes. While some of you finding this post will read through this as a blog post, please note these are podcast show notes where Paul and Steven discuss their thoughts on the 21 Things Italians Do Better. So hopefully you’ll listen to the podcast as …
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052: Small Town Italian Politics
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In this episode, we catch up with some renovations happening at the villa and Paul’s adventure in local small town Italian politics. Topics we cover: • How we added three new bathrooms upstairs • How we saved a lot of time and money by using existing sewer pipes instead of adding in new ones and new construction to our first floor • How Paul loves …
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051: The Olives and the Grapes, an interview with Kenny White
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Kenny White — the pianist, singer/songwriter, producer and arranger — has been in the NYC recording scene for decades. And lucky for us, he recently blessed us with a concert at Villa Cappelli. So we took the time to sit down and get his thoughts on the current music scene, his creative process, and even play a few songs. Topics we cover: • How Pau…
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