The Astonishing Odyssey of Emilio Pucci, Part 2, Featuring Terence Ward & Idanna Pucci
What does it take to reinvent not only yourself, but an entire nation? In Part 2 of my conversation with acclaimed authors and cultural historians Idanna Pucci and Terence Ward, we continue exploring the extraordinary life of Emilio Pucci—a man whose story reaches far beyond the world of fashion. Before his vibrant prints became synonymous […]
The Astonishing Odyssey of Emilio Pucci, Part 1, Featuring Terence Ward & Idanna Pucci
“Pucci didn’t just design dresses. He helped reinvent Italy.” Did you know that one of the most celebrated fashion designers of the twentieth century was also a wartime hero whose actions helped shape modern international law? In this extraordinary episode of 15 with Fosca, I sit down with acclaimed authors and cultural historians Idanna Pucci […]
The Quality of the Question featuring Alessandro Bruni
“I use dialogue. I ask questions. And I don’t give answers.” Alessandro Bruni In this episode of 15 with Fosca, I sit down with philosopher, strategist, professor, author, and musician Alessandro Bruni for a conversation about philosophy, business, Italy, AI, and how to keep our footing in a world that seems to be changing faster […]
Open Doors featuring Lauren Mouat
“As foreigners in Italy, we are often living in the middle between languages, places, and versions of ourselves.” Lauren Mouat In this episode, I sit down with writer, professional tour guide, and Florence Literary Society co-founder Lauren Mouat for a conversation about Italy, writing, community, and the strange, unexpected doors that open when life doesn’t […]
The Longevity Camp featuring Andrea Longinotti Buitoni
What does it mean to build a life designed not just to last, but to function well over time? In this conversation with Andrea Longinotti Buitoni, we move beyond the usual language of wellness and into something more structured and demanding. His Longevity Camp is not a retreat in the traditional sense, but what he […]
On Writing and Instinct featuring R.J. Sinclaire
“Writing was my escape. But at some point it became something I needed to share.” R.J. Sinclaire In this episode of 15 with Fosca, I sit down with author and fellow American expat in Italy, R.J. Sinclaire, for a conversation that moves between place, instinct, and the long road to writing a first novel. What […]
The Human Side of AI featuring Elettra Fiumi
“AI started unlocking a creative portal of stories I didn’t even know I had in me.” Elettra Fiumi In this episode of 15 with Fosca, I’m joined by filmmaker, educator, and AI expert Elettra Fiumi for a wide-ranging conversation about artificial intelligence, creativity, education, storytelling, and the future of work. Rather than treating AI as […]
In the Parlour featuring Esther Tadjiev
“I wanted to build a space where nobody would feel unseen.” Esther Tadjiev My guest today is Esther Tadjiev, founder and owner of The Parlour in Florence, a beautifully designed space that goes far beyond nails or aesthetics. What Esther has created is a study in hospitality, community, and the emotional architecture of luxury. Before […]
The Innocents of Florence featuring Joseph Luzzi
“The ultimate indicator of a society is how you treat the most vulnerable.” Joseph Luzzi, In this episode of 15 with Fosca, I speak with Professor Joseph Luzzi, Asher B. Edelman Professor of Literature at Bard College and acclaimed scholar of Italian culture. Our conversation centers on his latest book, The Innocents of Florence, a […]
Reading Energy, Reading Time featuring Aelita Leto
“Mastery is when you don’t know if it’s intuition, experience, or knowledge. It just feels right.” Aelita Leto What if your life isn’t something you need to fix, but something you need to understand? In this intimate conversation recorded in Florence just before the Year of the Fire Horse, I sit down with Feng Shui […]