The Umbra Podcast
autor: The Umbra Institute
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Ep. 51 - What do Perugia locals think of international students?
Ep. 51 - What do Perugia locals think of international students?
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The official podcast of the Umbra Institute, made by staff, faculty, students and alumni. The Umbra Institute is the only year-round independent study abroad program provider based in Perugia, Italy, offering semester, year-long, and summer programs with a variety of academic courses. We provide a unique educational opportunity for students both in and outside the classroom as our faculty and staff strive to incorporate a genuine Italian experience into all elements of both the academic curriculum and student life.
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- Ep. 51 - What do Perugia locals think of international students? · 15 min · Epizoda 51We’ve heard what Umbra students think of Perugia and the locals who call the city home. But one question remains: What do the locals think of international students? In this…
- Ep. 50: Digging into the Trasimeno Archaeology School · 23 min · Epizoda 50We’ve reached a milestone: 50 episodes of the Umbra Podcast! 🎉 And what better way to celebrate than by getting our hands a little dirty? For this special episode, students Rowan…
- Ep. 49 - We Ate That! Food, Culture, and Identity in Perugia · 10 min · Epizoda 49Created by students of The Umbra Institute as an assignment for the Spring 2026 course Communicating Taste, this episode reflects on the relationship between food, culture, and…
- Ep. 48 - We Ate That! Hunting Flavor: The Story of Umbrian Truffles · 9 min · Epizoda 48Created by students of The Umbra Institute as an assignment for the Spring 2026 course Communicating Taste, this episode delves into the world of Umbria’s most prized culinary…
- Ep. 47 - We Ate That! Slow Food, The Umbrian Way · 11 min · Epizoda 47Created by students of The Umbra Institute as an assignment for the Spring 2026 course Communicating Taste, this episode examines the Slow Food movement in Umbria. Through…
- Ep. 46 - We Ate That! Exploring Meats in Perugia and Beyond · 16 min · Epizoda 46Created by students of The Umbra Institute as an assignment for the Spring 2026 course Communicating Taste, this episode explores the role of meat in Italian food culture. From…
- Ep. 45 - A Partnership in Action: Caritas & Umbra - Volunteering at the Don Gualtiero Soup Kitchen (Episode 1) · 20 minIn this episode of the Umbra Institute Podcast, we’re joined by Alfonso Dragone, Director of the Saint Lawrence Charity Foundation in Perugia, along with two of our student…
- Ep. 44 - The City as a Classroom: A Conversation with Umbra Director Zach Nowak · 21 minIn this episode, we discuss together with our Umbra Reps of the Spring Semester 2026 the value of Perugia as a location to the experience of students abroad. Dr. Nowak expresses…
- Ep. 43 - International Foods in Perugia: A Student Exploration · 10 minIn Professor Jacopo Cossater’s class, students created this podcast episode to explore the international cuisines of Perugia. Beyond Italian food, what other culinary traditions…
- Ep. 42 - Tables of Italy: Agriturismo · 16 minIn Professor Jacopo Cossater’s class, students created this podcast episode exploring the concept of agriturismo. Why do agriturismos matter for farmers, local communities, and…
- Ep. 41 - Exploring Italian Dialects · 18 minIn this episode, we explore the rich world of Italian dialects and how language changes from region to region. Focusing on the Umbrian dialect spoken in Perugia, we discuss how…
- Ep. 40 - Ready for Perugia: Preparing for Your Study Abroad Journey · 20 min · Řada 4 Epizoda 40In this episode, host Amanda Fontana, Study Abroad Advisor at the Umbra Institute, sits down with Umbra students Julia Neumann (Bates College) and Emely Chuco (University of…
- Ep. 39 - Beyond the Big Trips: Affordable Adventures from Perugia · 24 minTraveling every weekend across Europe may sound exciting, but it’s not always realistic—or sustainable. While living in Perugia, you have a unique opportunity that tourists…
- Ep. 38 - Perugia from the Eyes of a Local · 32 minIn this episode, we explore the city of Perugia through the perspective of both a local Italian student and several Umbra Institute students. Our guest, Tommaso, a student at the…
- Ep. 37 - Learning Italian: Personal Insights from Our Umbra Reps · 12 minwith Molly Haggerty and Catalina Lora, Umbra Reps Spring 2025 In this episode, Molly and Catalina—two of our Spring 2025 Umbra Reps—dive into a fun and candid conversation about…
- Ep. 36 - Navigating the language · 27 minWhat does it feel like to land in a new city where you don’t yet speak the language? In this episode, we follow the story of Ali, a student who arrived in Perugia to study at…
- Ep. 35 - Dining at a restaurant in Italy - observations and reflections · 12 minThis episode is brought to you by students ofthe Communicating Taste – Social Media and Journalism of Food & Wine class led by our professor Jacopo Cossater, wine expert and…
- Ep. 34 - Navigating Graduate School · 25 minIn this episode, we’re debunking common misconceptions, tackling the biggest challenges of the application process, and sharing practical tips to help you get in and thrive once…
- Ep. 33 - Multicultural Psychology Program Series // Storytelling through Objects · 34 minExplore how tangible objects enhance storytelling and personal narratives. Reflect on insights from the workshop "Using Tangibles to Encourage Human Narratives.”
- Ep. 32 - Breaking the American Bubble · 36 minIn this episode, our students explore the challenges and personal growth that arise from stepping beyond the comfort of speaking their native language. Join Morgan, Reagan, and…
