Sooshi Mango Podcast

Is Pasta Al Forno The Italian Christmas Ham?!

It's the most wonderful time of the year – Buon Natale! We go through our favourite Christmas songs and movies, and list the Christmas items we missed out on as children that our Aussie mates got to enjoy. We also discuss our version of the Christmas ham and delve deep into the origins of the traditional Christmas panettone.  Thank you for supporting our podcast this year! We look forward to bringing you fresh new episodes in 2025. Have a safe and Merry Christmas! CREDITS Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre Producer: Liza Altarejos Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ethnics Take Over The Beach!

Ethnic festivals, BBQs, picnics, and how ethnics take over the beach! We reminisce about childhood outings with our parents and compare them to today. Remember those dinner dances at the social clubs where your parents would hit the dance floor? Oh, they could dance! ALSO old-school fashion! Self-proclaimed fashionista, Joe, gives Carlo some 'fashion advice'. Are Carlo's skinny jeans really working for him? We want to thank you for supporting our Home Made tour. We had an absolute blast, and we’re bringing it back in 2025! For updates click here. CREDITS Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre Producer: Liza Altarejos Audio Imager: Nat Marshall Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carlo’s Having A Baby?!

Crack out the popcorn — Carlo is becoming a papa! But how hard could it be? Joe and Andrew offer some harsh realities, including how to manage nappies, letting go of UFC Sundays, and the superstitions that are worth paying attention to. Find out how Carlo is feeling about this life-changing event, PLUS how pregnancy has changed his relationship with his partner. We want to thank you for supporting our Home Made tour. We had an absolute blast, and we’re bringing it back in 2025! For updates click here. CREDITS Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre Producer: Liza Altarejos Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Fight For Life: Champion Boxer Billy Dib on Tyson, 50 Cent & Cancer

Former World Boxing Champion Billy Dib opens up about the time he met Mike Tyson—but what was meant to be a dream experience quickly turned pear-shaped! Billy also reminisces about his wild night out with 50 Cent and how their business venture together went south. And if that wasn’t enough, Billy shares his battle with his toughest opponent yet— cancer.  We want to thank you for supporting our Home Made Tour. We had an absolute blast, and we’re bringing it back in 2025! For updates click here. CREDITS Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre Producer: Liza Altarejos Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nia Vardalos’ Big Fat Greek Hollywood Break!

My Big Fat Greek Wedding star Nia Vardalos shares the incredible story of how she got her big break after being told by her agent that she was "not pretty enough to be the leading lady and not fat enough to be a character actress"! Nia also chats growing up Greek in Canada, struggling to fit in, and realising the gift is not fitting in. Plus, dinner with the Queen of England! We also want to thank you for supporting our Home Made Tour. We had a blast, and we're bringing it back in 2025! Stay tuned for more details. CREDITS Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre Producer: Liza Altarejos Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Culinary Travesty: Carbonara in a Can! Plus W0ggiest Suburbs

A culinary travesty has occurred: Heinz in the UK has made carbonara in a can! This led us to ask: if you had to, what pasta would you put in a can? Plus, we discuss the most highly wog-populated suburbs in Australia? Head to @sooshimangopodcast to have your say!We also want to thank you for supporting our Home Made Tour. We had a blast, and we're bringing it back in 2025! Stay tuned for more details. CREDITS Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre Producer: Liza Altarejos Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beef with Barilla, a Giant Penis & the W0ggiest Vegetable

For years, Carlo was frustrated with Barilla for using "Zorba the Greek" in their Italian pasta ad featuring Roger Federer. Recently, he finally questioned them about it, but their response left him shocked! We're also puzzled by the giant penis sculpture that has been erected in a town square in Naples. Plus, we need to know what the w0ggiest vegetable is! Head to @sooshimangopodcast to join in the conversation! CREDITS Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre Producer: Liza Altarejos Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian My Cousin Vlad Is Back: The W0ggiest Car and Other Critical Debates!

Good friend and show regular, comedian My Cousin Vlad, joins us for the umpteenth time for some heavy debates! We're tackling the big questions: "What's the w0ggiest car?" "Which country does the best sausages?" Plus, "Kebab or Souvlaki? Which country makes it best?" We want to know what you think @sooshimangopodcast! And don’t forget—our FINAL WEEK of shows is here! Grab your tickets now: Sooshi Mango Tickets. CREDITS Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre Producer: Liza Altarejos Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian Monty Franklin: Name Dropping The Big Guns & W0g Puberty

Seasoned comedian Monty Franklin has us in awe when he name-drops some of Hollywood's biggest comedians. Hear how he hangs out with Adam Sandler and Rob Schneider's crew, and lived in a house with John Cleese! We also find out about how Monty grew up as a skip amongst w0g mates, in particular the difference between w0gs and skips going through puberty. Plus, the hilarious moments where Monty's been a misunderstood Aussie in the States. See you at one of our shows? Get tickets: https://www.sooshimango.com/  CREDITS Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre Producer: Liza Altarejos Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sooshi Mango’s Guide To Wedding Season!

Wedding Season is upon us! We've received some questionable gifts at our weddings, so we want to guide you with the "dos and don'ts for gifting at weddings". Plus, we discuss the traditions that happen during ethnic weddings, and the craziest behaviour we've seen at the weddings we've been to - including our own! See you at one of our shows? Get tickets: https://www.sooshimango.com/  CREDITS Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre Producer: Liza Altarejos Audio Imager: Darcy Thomson Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.