Sooshi Mango Podcast

You’ve slid into our DMs @sooshimangopodcast, so it’s time for another saucy round of "Ask Us Anything!" We talk about which nationalities we’d want to be if we weren’t Italian, reveal our intimate manscaping routines (yes, someone really asked that), and dive into the juicy stuff—like whether we've got beef with other comedians!

See us live on our 'Home Made Encore Tour'! Grab your tickets at sooshimango.com

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Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nial Fernandes

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We catch up with one of the most memorable characters from "The Wog Boy" movie – Domenic the Pharmacist, played by comedian, John Barresi. Find out what his character would be up to now and reminisce about John's time behind the scenes, on set, and later during "The Wog Boy" stage show. Plus, what happens when live performances go wrong and the fascinating world of character comedy and acting!

See us live on our 'Home Made Encore Tour'! Grab your tickets at sooshimango.com

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Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nial Fernandes

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Not everyone knows this but Sooshi Mango originally had four members. Every now and then we get asked, 'what happened to our fourth member?' So here's the story. The full OG band reunites and our mate Michael "Kambo" Kambouridis shares why he left, and what he's up to now!

See us live on our 'Home Made Encore Tour'! Grab your tickets at sooshimango.com

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nial Fernandes

Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast 

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Buona Pasqua! We celebrate Easter and quickly realise we might need to go back to church since we don’t know much about the religious event and its traditions — other than our favourite Easter eggs. We also watch Andrew squirm in his Catholic guilt as we debate what actually constitutes a sin (listen to be saved). Plus, we want to know: do you prefer the traditional hot cross bun or the chocolate hot cross bun? Vote now @sooshimangopodcast 

See us live on our 'Home Made Encore Tour'! Grab your tickets at sooshimango.com

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nial Fernandes

Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast 

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We debate the old school pictures that you are most likely to find hanging in an ethnic household, the vintage style stuff —in other words, Nonna-esque type pictures. What would be Nonna's most iconic picture? Is it the painting of The Last Supper? The picture of fruit and vegetables? Or would it be the naked lady or the crying boy? Vote now @sooshimangopodcast Plus, we discuss genetically modified meat and why Italy has banned it.

See us live on our 'Home Made Encore Tour'! Grab your tickets at sooshimango.com

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nial Fernandes

Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast 

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We get a lot of people asking us random questions when we're out and about, so we decided to reach out to our listeners who follow us @sooshimangopodcast  and ask them to send us any questions they want us to answer. Find out why we had a recent blow-up and what happened to the 4th Sooshi Mango member!

See us live on our 'Home Made Encore Tour'! Grab your tickets at sooshimango.com

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nial Fernandes

Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast 

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Joe and Andrew are devastated that Allen's have discontinued their teeth lollies. Carlo disagrees and lists the many lollies he believes are more worthy of saving. Also — our favourite Paddle Pop and energy drink flavours (how well do you know us!?), and we reflect on our time as Moomba monarchs, including Joe's close call with a toilet!

See us live on our 'Home Made Encore Tour'! Grab your tickets at sooshimango.com

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nial Fernandes

Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast 

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If you’re a fan of quirky laughs, you need to hear Peter Kypri laugh—he has us in stitches every time! Peter talks about life in Cyprus, Cypriot culture, and the language. Carlo confronts him about his dig at Italian food, which leads us to question whether we have Greek ancestry (because of the length of our toes?). Plus, Peter recounts the time he was kidnapped at age 10!

See us live on our 'Home Made Encore Tour'! Grab you tickets at sooshimango.com

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nial Fernandes

Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast 

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Are kids these days still making paper airplanes? We compare what it was like being a kid back in our day to a new generation of youngsters. We can’t believe some of the stuff available to kids these days! We also remember the good ol’ days of clubbing, and wonder why most of the young people we know can’t dance. Plus, Andrew's cucumber dilemma!

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nial Fernandes

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Film Director, Frank Lotito takes us deep into the fascinating origins of Italian coffee and food in Melbourne. He's across the rich history because he's just about to release a doco about the iconic Melbourne institution, Pellegrini's Espresso Bar. Things get heated when Joe debates whether truly great French cuisine can be more than just pastries and sweets. We also pick Frank's brain about the world of acting and cinematography and reminisce about our time with him on the set of, Wog Boys Forever!  

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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We want to know what you think the woggiest fruit is - vote now @sooshimangopodcast  to let us know! On the topic of food, we found out that pizza for breakfast is healthier than most breakfast foods and cereals, so we gave our pizza expert (and business partner) Johnny Di Francesco a call for a pizza calorie count. This led us to explore the breakfasts from around the world, and to reminisce about our all-time favourite cereals!

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Comedian Anthony Salame takes us deep into how generational trauma and childhood racism have toughened us up and influenced the quality of our comedy. We also reminisce about the good old days of comedy in '80s cartoons, as well as the greatest movies of all time. Plus, Anthony dishes the dirt on LL Cool J!

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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In celebration of the 25th anniversary ofThe Wog Boy, we sit down with the man himself, our good friend, Nick Giannopoulos! We discuss how this groundbreaking Australian film played a key role in shaping the identities of ethnic Australians. Plus, we ask Nick the big question — is an Acropolis Now reunion is on the horizon!

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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We wanted to share some exciting news with you... Sooshi Mango is honoured to put their name alongside a list of Moomba icons... In this ep we break it all down, how it happened, what it means... PLUS some special advice from a previous monarch and legend.

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Carlo is officially a new dad! We hear about the magical moment he met his baby daughter, Eva, for the very first time. Plus, how Carlo's Nonna has channelled her energy through his body, turning him into a midwife—he is nailing the nappy changes and all!

Congratulations on the birth of baby Eva, Carlo and Fifi!

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Happy New Year! Joe's New Years resolution is to....  go to the toilet more!? Plus, how concrete lion statues became a symbol of ethnic homes, which leads us to wonder: where are Australia's most untouched ethnic homes? We want to hunt them down! DM us with a picture of the home you believe is the most ethnic in Australia @sooshimangopodcast

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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We’re revisiting an episode where our ethnic dads Johnny, Vince, and Sam take over the podcast, and as always, they cause an absolute ruckus! Not only do they react in shock to our Australian colleagues mispronouncing some Italian and Greek words, but they also make one of the most suspicious phone calls we’ve ever witnessed! The worst part? We think we’re actually turning into our dads with some of the things we’re doing.

Join us next Monday for a brand-new season!

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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In this encore episode, we revisit the hilarious mispronunciations that come with having parents who speak English as a second language. We share plenty of our own examples and hear some of the funny ones you’ve sent in as well. Plus, we take a look at our parents' ridiculous encounters with technology and social media. Wait until you hear what Carlo & Joe's dad accidentally posted to 'da Face-abook'!

Thank you for supporting our podcast in 2024! We look forward to bringing you fresh new episodes after our summer break. Happy New Year!

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast 

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Happy New Year! Looking back on this encore episode, we express our frustration with tailgaters, sharing stories of when it nearly got us killed! Plus, we discover you don't have to finish school to be inducted into your high school's Hall of Fame. And get ready for some bladdy rubbish TikaTokapasta hacks – when our Italian mums Giuseppina, Carmela, and Angela join the podcast to share their thoughts on kettle pasta, air-fried pasta, and even dishwasher pasta! Che schifo!"

Thank you for supporting our podcast in 2024! We look forward to bringing you fresh new episodes in the new year.

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast 

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While we're on summer break, we're revisiting our favorite episodes. In this encore episode, Carlo admits he’s addicted to stealing a certain item from hotel rooms—but it’s not the usual shampoo and soap. So, is this normal, or is he a full-blown thief? The conversation then unravels his obsession with smelling something as well, and the boys absolutely roast him for it. Also, Andrew reveals his disgusting phobia, and we introduce our new producer, who’s a fellow w0g!

Thank you for supporting our podcast in 2024! We look forward to bringing you fresh new episodes in the new year. Happy New Year!

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast 

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Hope you're feeling festive! We’re revisiting last year's Christmas episode, and there’s nothing quite like a w0g Christmas – it’s mostly about the food, but if you're from an ethnic family, you know there’s so much more to it than that. The whole day is a process, and in today’s encore episode, we discuss all the parts of that process – from waking up to the Christmas spread, to the fights our uncles have over card games, and finally, going to bed as full as a stuffed calamari!

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: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast 

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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

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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 

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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

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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

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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 MadeTour. 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

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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 MadeTour. 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 

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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 

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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 

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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 

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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

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AFL legend Anthony Koutoufidies takes us down memory lane to the old-school days of AFL. He reminisces on what it was like to win the Grand Final donning those tight footy shorts, and how John Travolta helped him win 'Dancing With The Stars'! Kouta’s also in the running to become the Lord Mayor of Melbourne. He shares how he plans to make Melbourne, "the most liveable city" again, involving free coffee on Mondays! 

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

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Good friend and comedian, Joe White sets the record straight regarding his views on 'blackface'. He talks us through his hectic upbringing as a refugee in Sudan and how he got by as one of six kids raised by a single mum. We learn about the Ethiopian alphabet and cuisine, and put him to the test in Fully Sick Bingo! Plus, Joe on integrating into a Maltese family.

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 

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Carlo reveals what his Mum STILL does for him, and tries to justify why it's ok. We also discuss weird food combos, which lead us to dating disaster stories. Plus, we call Andrew's mate Dr Amir to settle once and for all, the old wives tale that our mothers stand by, “put on a jacket or you will catch a cold!"

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: Nat Marshall 

Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast 

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AFL Great Daisy Thomas talks us through the intricacies of successfully integrating into an Italian family as a skip, especially when it comes to dealing with scary Italian Uncles. We also put Daisy's Italian knowledge to the test with the 'Spag-O-Metre'. Plus, Daisy blows our minds with antacid tablets Quick-Eze! 

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: Nat Marshall 

Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast 

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We talk about the w0g lollies you find at Mum’s house, and are shocked to find out that one of them is not Greek! Andrew has us in stitches when he lists the things his Mum has forced him to eat. Plus, World Champion Boxer Liam Paro gives us the low down on his next fight!

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: Nat Marshall 

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Comedian Anthony Locascio explains why his Nonna's cooking is better than his Yia Yia's as we deep dive into Italian Vs Greek cuisines. We talk about the worst soccer match played by Italy that we've ever seen, and delve into where w0gs stand in the Australian media. Plus, Anthony puts us at risk when us tells us about his family in the mafia!

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: Nat Marshall 

Follow the Sooshi Mango Podcast page on Instagram @sooshimangopodcast and on Tiktok @sooshimangopodcast 

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We hate to sound old but back in our day it was a simpler time! In today's episode we laugh about some of the games we used to play when we were kids, seeing as we didn't have iPads, and also the cheap things our parents used to buy us and try to convince us that they were just like the expensive brand. Also, Andrew's wallet is the size of Mt Everest so it's time we get rid of some of the junk inside!

See you at one of our shows? Get tickets: https://www.sooshimango.com/ 

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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We talk to Tony Moclair, the man behind the prank call legend Guido Hatzis. He talks about what it was like to play an ethnic character as a 'skip' back in the day. Plus, the death threats he received - including one from Alphonse Gangitano's crew members! 

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: Nat Marshall 

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You asked for him now we've got him! The incredibly good-looking, Greek adonis Guido Hatzis! We find out what he's been up to all these years, what he thinks of Taylor Swift, and if women still fall at his feet. Plus, we couldn't have Guido on without getting him to make one of his famous prank calls! Who will he call?!

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CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall 

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Johnny Di Francesco of Gradi Group is a World Pizza Champion, and Dani Zeini has 12 Royal Stacks burger restaurants in Victoria - and they're both the brains and operations behind our successful restaurant on Lygon Street Johnny, Vince & Sam's Ristorante. We talk about how our restaurant came about, the food culture in Melbourne vs other states, how pizza has evolved in Australia and why we've all cried at the restaurant!

See you at one of our shows? Get tickets: https://www.sooshimango.com/ 

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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We’re about to embark on a new national tour, 'Home Made'! Before we go wild across the country we wanted to give you a sneak peek into life on the tour bus. From the life-changing highs to the embarrassing lows — and every costume change in between!

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CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall 

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De Niro, Ronaldo, Bruce Lee, or The Kardashians?! This week we answer: who is the most famous ethnic of all time? Also, old school w0gs are known for saving money, no matter how embarrassing, but when does it go too far? Carlo's neighbour pushes the limit. And, ever had someone call you the wrong name, but it's too awkward to correct them? Joe was in that predicament for YEARS!

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall 

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Russell Crowe attempts to sing a famous Italian anthem. Massacre or masterpiece? Sooshi Mango decide. Plus, red alert in the hometown of Joe and Carlo's parents as volcanoes erupt across Italy. 

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre 
Producer: Liza Altarejos 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall 

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It's a fact they've believed since birth so what happens if it turns out to an old wives tale? Carlo calls on his Mum to help get to the bottom of it. We also hear the bizarre ethnic home remedies used on you as a child — and some to this day! Also, is it odd to bring the father-in-law along to your honeymoon? Not if he's Jon Bon Jovi.

CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Liza Altarejos
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall
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Tik Tok star Veronica B aka Aunty Salma joins us this week to cover a plethora of topics! From discussing the intricacies and minds games of ethnic etiquette, to botox, plastic surgery, and if the Kardashians have affected today's beauty standards. Plus, we play our first ever round of Fully Sick Bingo - the Female Edition! Find out if Veronica B is fully sick!

 
CREDITS 
Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Guest: Veronica Baka Aunty Salma
Producer: Liza Altarejos
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall
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Over the past couple of months we've met strong contenders during our search for 'The Fully Sickest of Them All', and we've tallied up your votes to finally announce the official winner! If you're ethnic, it's most likely you love a nut, so we question why there is increase in nut allergies today, but more importantly ask: what's the 'w0ggiest' nut? The epitome of the ethnic story caught our eye, 80 year old Italian man Galliano Callegari took 20 years to build by hand a spectacular Venetian Palace for his family in Western Sydney. We discuss how a section of his property is now under threat due to airport roadworks. Plus, we delve into intricacies of tree lopping the 'w0g' way, find out if Andrew will give up a trade secret!

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Liza Altarejos
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Johnny joined us in studio, and hilariously got lost in translation when he tried to make a booking at a Chinese restaurant for his son's Birthday! Plus, we have narrowed down our Fully Sick Finalists (voting opens 17.06.24 and closes 19.06.24 at 11:59pm - so get voting!) We also discussed the new trigger warning for the cult classic Goodfellas film.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Liza Altarejos
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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When we pranked Andrew's Dad last time it had us in stitches, so we thought we'd get him again! We also discuss some of the ethnic things you do, that you never realised were ethnic, plus our final "Fully Sickest of Them All" nominee.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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If your ethnic grandparent had a dog or cat, it's likely that they fed it absolutely everything, and it likely outlived any pets of today. Also in today's episode, is Big Vincenz the fully sickest of them all? He joins us to play our "Fully Sick Bingo". We also discuss how we used to get in trouble every time we hurt ourselves as kids. 

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Whether it's the ethnic mums and their cooking, or the ethnic dads with their home made wine, it's safe to say things get pretty competitive amongst the w0gs. So much so that it caused a 3 year long family feud in Joe & Carlo's family.

We also hear some international phrases that translate terribly into English, eg "I want to die on your body", and speak to another 'Fully Sickest Of Them All' nominee who might just be our strongest contender yet!

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Today we speak to the most endearing nonno who is so obsessed with his garden and cooking that he's made a successful YouTube channel out of it, and has nearly 150k followers on his Instagram page! His name is Nick The Happy Harvester and we ask him whether it's a myth that you need to pee on your lemon tree to help it grow.

We also hear some ethnics have a crack at some hilarious tongue twisters, and speak to probably our strongest contender yet for the 'Fully Sickest Of Them All' competition. If you know someone more fully sick than this, nominate them by DMing our @sooshimangopodcast Instagram page, and you could win tickets to our comedy show 'Home Made' plus backstage passes to hang out with us.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Neema Naz is a comedian known for his amazing accents and impersonations of everyone from a Persian dad, to a basic girl, to celebrities like Gordon Ramsey and Joe Rogan. We get him to play a game of 'Accent Roulette' where he has to pick an accent out of a bowl, then pick a scenario out of another, and act out the scenario in the chosen accent - which had us in stitches! We also talk about the strange phrases in foreign languages that don't translate well in English.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Ethnic parents are way too obsessed with their veggie gardens. Speaking of, you'll nearly have a hear attack when you hear how big the world's biggest vegetables are. Plus, we speak to another contender who might just be the 'Fully Sickest Of Them All'. If you want to nominate someone, slide into our DMs @sooshimangosaucymeatballspod on Insta.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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In today's episode, we discuss some of the savage one liners our parents have come out with because they've got no filter, and we also try to figure out why the ethnic oldies love hoarding land that they've purchased over the years. Plus, following on from Joe's rant about Coles making every news site in Australia, we explain why we hate self-serve check outs.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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You know how we dress up as ethnic dads? Well you'll be able to see where we got our inspo from after you hear Andrew's dad on the phone. We prank called him and it was extremely difficult to keep it together, that's all we'll say! We also talk about the worst thing on social media, and have our first Muzza nominee.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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One of our mates and fellow comedian My Cousin Vlad is back on the podcast today, where he tells us what on earth he could have possibly written 1000 songs about, we try to work out what type of w0g he is (since he surfs....what???), and we all relive a bit of trauma about the comments people have made about our appearance.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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If you grew up with w0g parents, it's likely they were way more embarrassing than anyone else's parents. Maybe they gave you a stinky oily meal in your lunchbox that evacuated the whole class like what happened to Joe, or maybe they stalked you like a PI agent when you met up with a girl like Andrew's mum.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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We've loved so many of the guests we've had on this podcast, and for this week we are reliving our favourite part of our chats with Mr Gangsta's Paradise himself Coolio, Youtube/Tiktok star Joe Santagato, and singer-songwriter and all round legend Anthony Callea.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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There's no doubt Entourage was of the best TV series from the early 2000s, and we know we're not the only ones who think the outspoken hilarious agent Ari Gold was the character that made that series! The actor who plays Ari is Jeremy Piven, and he's now doing stand-up comedy shows in Australia. This has got to be one of our favourite episodes to date - get ready to be in tears of laughter.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Are you a 'muzza'? Aka a guido, Gino, Mario, someone from 'the area', or whatever a fully sick hectic w0g is called where you're from. We really thought we weren't classified as muzzas... until what happened in today's episode! We also chat about living at home til you're over 40, and why the cops are coming for you if you cover your fruit trees with nets!

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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It's the 2nd time on the podcast for Teddy (@tedsthetics) and 3rd time for Ibby Akbar (@ibby_a), and there's a reason we keep getting them in - they're our good mates and bloody hilarious! Both fresh off their tours, we chat about which parts of Australia they like the most (of course a Sydney vs Melbourne debate arises), compare cuisines and even get them to perform their online personas live in the studio.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Remember dinner dances? Remember going to Sunday visits at an extended relative's house where you weren't allowed to touch the biscuits on the table? Remember getting smacked by your ethnic parents for things that weren't even your fault? We do.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Our mates from Gogglebox, Jad & Matty, join us to teach us the Lebanese clap! We talk all things Lebo vs Italian, Sydney vs Melbourne and which nationality have the most fun at weddings!

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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One of the greats and fellow ethnic Mark Philippoussis joins us to chat all things tennis - from what it was like back in the day compared to now, to why AO winner Jannik Sinner has a champion's mentality. We also throw back to the time Mark was the bachelor on a show called Age of Love, and we find out that's he's actually half Greek and half Italian (and when you hear the reason why his mum learnt Greek it's sure to make you laugh)!

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Our ethnic dads Johnny, Vince and Sam have taken over some of our podcast today, and every time they come in they cause an absolute ruckus! Not only do they react in shock to our Australian colleagues mispronouncing some Italian and Greek words, but they also make one of the most suspicious phone calls we've ever witnessed! The worst part? We think we're actually turning into our dads with some of the things we are doing. Also in today's ep, we reveal our new podcast tagline!

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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If you're not familiar with the 'Growing Up Italian' podcast, we're sure you can work out what it's all about from the title! On our recent trip to New York, we sat down with 2 of the hosts Rocco & Sabino to talk about what it's like growing up Italian in America, what they think Italian Australians are like, and of course made them do their best Aussie accent.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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We know a proper Italian pizza trumps all, but after a recent trip to New York, we had to have the debate of whether a New York slice beats an Aussie capricciosa. We also give it our best crack at doing the New York accent, and share some stories about the 893434995 places we ate at while we were there for 1 week.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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If you've grown up with parents where English was their second language, it's likely they mispronounce plenty of words. We have a fair few examples and hear some hilarious ones from you guys too, plus we go through some of our parents' ridiculous encounters with technology and social media. Wait til you hear what Carlo & Joe's dad accidentally posted to 'da Face-abook'!

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Johnny Di Francesco of Gradi Group is a World Pizza Champion, and Dani Zeini has 12 Royal Stacks burger restaurants in Victoria - and they're both the brains and operations behind our successful restaurant on Lygon Street Johnny, Vince & Sam's Ristorante. We talk about how our restaurant came about, the food culture in Melbourne vs other states, how pizza has evolved in Australia and why we've all cried at the restaurant!

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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We hate to sound old but back in our day it was a simpler time! In today's episode we laugh about some of the games we used to play when we were kids, seeing as we didn't have iPads, and also the cheap things our parents used to buy us and try to convince us that they were just like the expensive brand. Also, Andrew's wallet is the size of Mt Everest so it's time we get rid of some of the junk inside,

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Hope you're feeling festive! There's nothing quite like a w0g Christmas - it's mainly centred around food but if you're from an ethnic family, you'll know there's so much more to it than that. The whole day is a process, and in today's episode we discuss all the parts of that process from waking up, to the Xmas spread, to the fights our uncles have over card games, to going to bed as full as a stuffed calamari!

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Former Masterchef judge and one of Australia's most well-known foodies Matt Preston joins us to chat about all things food. We learn some pretty upsetting facts about our favourite Italian foods, and hear what food critics at restaurants are really looking for when they go to review a restaurant.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Real estate legend and founder of Wizard Home Loans Mark Bouris joins us in today's episode. As a Greek man who was raised being told to always buy and never sell, we want to know if he still thinks that's a good idea in today's climate. We also speak about how things were in the old days when his father grew up living in the same room as a goat!

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Carlo admits he is addicted to stealing a certain thing from hotel rooms, but it's not the typical stuff like shampoo and soap - so is this normal or is he a full blown thief? The conversation then unravels his obsession with smelling something as well, to which the boys absolutely roast him for. Also, Andrew admits his disgusting phobia, and we have a brand new producer who is a fellow w0g!

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: Mandy Catalano
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Nonna Fina has racked up nearly 800k followers across Instagram and TikTok, and while everyone was falling in love with her and being reminded of their own nonna through her videos, she was completely oblivious to the fact that she was rising to fame! In this episode she recalls the first time she was recognised, plus she tells us all about her amazing cooking and some of the crazy steps involved to making some of her dishes! We dare you to find a cuter nonna.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: James Blake
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Former crime boss Michael Franzese tells us how he became a mobster, what it was like being in a 6x8 solitary cell and whether he was able to smuggle in some home made pasta, the hilarious way some mobsters get their nicknames, and how accurate the characters you see in films like Goodfellas are.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: James Blake
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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You may know Aussie actor Rob Shehadie from his time on Fat Pizza or Here Come the Habibs. He joins us in the studio to chat about why you don't see many wogs on TV, which nationality uses the most garlic, how to correctly eat prawns and other food related topics.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: James Blake
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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The boys express their frustration with tailgaters, sharing stories of when it nearly got them killed! Plus, it turns out you don't have to finish school to be inducted into your high school's Hall of Fame, and get ready for some-a bladdy rubbish-a TikaToka pasta hacks - Carlo, Joe and Andrew's ethnic mum characters join the podcast to tell us what they think of kettle pasta, airfried pasta and even dishwasher pasta! Che schifo!

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: James Blake
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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All the embarrassing times our relatives have put us through. Carlo recalls the time a truck full of tomatoes tipped over, Andrew thinks his son is clumsy before realising there might be something more to the story, and your shocking but highly relatable nonna stories — from stealing a cafe umbrella to feeding a dog spaghetti.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: James Blake 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Actor and director, Tony Nikolakopoulos shares the story behind some of his most loved characters, including his "deep-seated" approach to acting. Plus news about some upcoming projects that we can't wait to see.

Life of Byron is playing in Melbourne and Sydney, more info and tickets: https://lifeofbyron.com.au/ 

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Guests: Tony Nikolakopoulos
Producer: James Blake 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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See My Cousin Vlad on the CATASTROPHAtour, tickets at mycousinvlad.com and get your tickets to Ibby Akbar's To Be Honest tour from TICKETEK. 

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Guests: Ibby Akbar & My Cousin Vlad 
Producer: James Blake 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Joe's on a new diet that Carlo and Andrew don't think he'll see through and their PA Mikayla reveals a new side of herself to us. In this week's edition of Past vs. Presentthe boys reminence about their childhood days which involved a fair bit of fire. 

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Managing Producer: Sam Cavanagh  
Supervising Producer: Mike Williams 
Producer: James Blake 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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Tiktok famous brothers Luke And Sassy Scott join us for a hilariously chaotic chat about how their content started, who is the real star between the two of them, the impacts their videos have had, and what’s next… It raises the question ‘could Luke & Sooshi Scott actually be a thing?’

We also find out how insanely expensive Scott’s tracksuit is and some tips on how to avoid lines at the airport. 

Listen to Luke and Sassy Scott here: https://linktr.ee/lukeandsassyscott 

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: James Blake 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Managing Producer: Sam Cavanagh  
Supervising Producer: Mike Williams 
Producer: James Blake 
Social and Digital Producer: Nick Barrett 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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TikTok sensation Teddy joins us to chat about the suss shop that started it all for him, what every ethnic family needs to put a stop to and why he walked away from a potential career as a body builder. 

Big thanks to Teddy for joining us! Get tickets to his Can't Change My Mind tour at heckl.co/teddy and get more Sooshi atsooshimango.com

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Guest: Teddy
Managing Producer: Sam Cavanagh  
Supervising Producer: Mike Williams 
Producer: James Blake 
Social and Digital Producer: Nick Barrett 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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An unexpected road trip was forced onto the boys and they open the phonelines again for another round of SOOSHIstitions.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: James Blake 
Social and Digital Producer: Nick Barrett 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall
Supervising Producer: Mike Williams 
Managing Producer: Sam Cavanagh  

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Carlo reveals the moment he realised he was fat, Joe wants to know what happened to ancient diseases and we get a look into what it would be like if the Johnny, Vince & Sam (aka the Ethnic Dads) were the hosts of the podcast. 

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: James Blake 
Social and Digital Producer: Nick Barrett 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall
Managing Producer: Sam Cavanagh  

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Joe and Andrew have recently come home from Italian holidays and not everything ran smoothly with one of the boys needing urgent medical care.

Also in this episode we launch Proxy Match with our first suitor Nikolaos who has been unlucky in love. 

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: James Blake 
Social and Digital Producer: Nick Barrett 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall
Managing Producer: Sam Cavanagh  

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The man behind Nick Portokalos from My Big Fat Greek Wedding joins us to chat about how he broke into acting, what it has been like to work on the franchise, how he almost had a lead role in FRIENDS and what it was like to work with Carlo's idol. 

Big thanks to Louis for joining us, catch My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 in cinemas from September 7th in Australia and keep up to date with Louis' projects on Instagram @louismandylorofficial and get more Sooshi atsooshimango.com

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Guest: Louis Mandylor 
Managing Producer: Sam Cavanagh  
Supervising Producer: Mike Williams 
Producer: James Blake 
Social and Digital Producer: Nick Barrett 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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In this episode we're joined by accountant turned comedian Dilruk to chat about his nipples causing problems for editors, his heart attack mid-comedy fesitval and how he managed to get his former boss to be his accountant. 

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Guest: Dilruk Jayasinha
Producer: James Blake 
Social and Digital Producer: Nick Barrett 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall
Managing Producer: Sam Cavanagh  

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This week we try to get to the bottom of the Moon Landing, it's Andrew's turn to play What's in My Mouth? Joe gets very uncomfortable talking bedroom activities and we learn that robots can't make Pizza 🍕

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: James Blake 
Social and Digital Producer: Nick Barrett 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall
Managing Producer: Sam Cavanagh  

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Al Pacino's on-screen righthand man Steven Bauer came in studio while he was in the country for a chat to give us a peak behind the scenes of how Scarface came together, including what the hell the cocaine on the screen actually was. 

Big thanks to Steve for joining us! You can follow Steve on Instagram @officialstevenbauer and you can get more Sooshi atsooshimango.com

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Guest: Steven Bauer
Managing Producer: Sam Cavanagh  
Supervising Producer: Mike Williams 
Producer: James Blake 
Social and Digital Producer: Nick Barrett 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall

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This week we try to get to grips with Taylor Swift and get right into some of the greatest ethnic supersitions that you grew up with. 

Do you have have a SOOSHIstition? Shoot us a DM on Instagram and we might get you on a future podcast! 

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Guest: Barry Pearl 
Producer: James Blake 
Social and Digital Producer: Nick Barrett 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall
Managing Producer: Sam Cavanagh  

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We're all a bit star struck because we have a real life T-Bird in the studio with us! Barry Pearl takes us behind the scenes of how Grease came to life, reveals what song wasn't ready until the day of shooting and if he is still in touch with any of the cast.  

You can follow Barry on Instagram @barry_pearl_la and you can get more Sooshi atsooshimango.com

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Guest: Barry Pearl 
Producer: James Blake 
Social and Digital Producer: Nick Barrett 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall
Managing Producer: Sam Cavanagh  

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In this episode we take you inside the sauna with us, pick up the phones for another round of SOOSHIlutions and check in with our young friend Nikolaos to see how he is love life is going. 

Get more Sooshi atsooshimango.com

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: James Blake 
Social and Digital Producer: Nick Barrett 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall
Managing Producer: Sam Cavanagh  

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We're launching two new segments in this podcast! We're out to find the F**kin Golden Oldie (so they can cook us a meal) and Joe shoves things he doesn't want to eat for our enjoyment in What's In My Mouth. 

Want to get involved with The F**kin' Golden Oldies or have a suggestion for What's In My Mouth? Shoot us a DM on Instagram here. 

Get more Sooshi atsooshimango.com

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: James Blake 
Social and Digital Producer: Nick Barrett 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall
Managing Producer: Sam Cavanagh  

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Warrnambool’s favourite son and comedy legend Dave ‘Hughesy’ Hughes joins us and learns something shocking about his family’s Italian connection, tells us about his horrific abattoir injury and why being a comedian on a bus can be a dangerous situation to be in.  

Catch Hughesy every weekday on Hughesy, Ed & Erinand see him live!

Get more Sooshi atsooshimango.com

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: James Blake 
Social and Digital Producer: Nick Barrett 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall
Managing Producer: Sam Cavanagh  

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In this episode, we try and guess what someone looks off just by their voice, learn what a faux pas actually is, try to help you out with our new segment SOOSHIlutions and find the secret to a happy relationship, 

Want to get involved with SOOSHIlutions? Shoot us a DM on Instagram here. 

Get more Sooshi atsooshimango.com

CREDITS 

Hosts: Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, Andrew Manfre
Producer: James Blake 
Social and Digital Producer: Nick Barrett 
Audio Imager: Nat Marshall
Managing Producer: Sam Cavanagh  

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