Season 7 Team
Founder, Executive Producer & Host
Samantha Ferro
Born in Milan and now based in San Francisco, Samantha Ferro is a bilingual journalist, producer, and storyteller. A graduate of San Francisco State University’s Broadcast & Electronic Communication Arts program, she founded CRAVE Italy to bridge Italy and the United States through stories of culture, language, and innovation.
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As Executive Producer and Host, Samantha leads CRAVE into its seventh season, continuing her mission to connect communities, amplify voices, and celebrate the passions that unite us.
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Host of L’Angolo della Lingua Italiana
Arianna Guadagnoli
Born in Rome and raised with a passion for culture and education, Arianna holds a BA in Italian Studies and Neurobiology from UC Davis and is now pursuing a Master’s in Nursing at Emory University. She has taught Italian at La Scuola International School in San Francisco and led community programs to introduce children and adults to the beauty of the Italian language.
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A lifelong believer in the power of bilingualism to connect cultures, Arianna joins CRAVE Italy Season 7 as the new host of L’Angolo della Lingua Italiana, bringing the Italian language to life for our community.
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CRAVE ITALY Guest and Chief Director at Corriere della Sera
Iacopo Gori
A well-known journalist and Chief Director at Corriere della Sera, Iacopo Gori brings his passion for storytelling, music, art, and all things Italian to CRAVE. With a degree in philosophy from the University of Florence, he has built an illustrious career while living between Milan and Florence. Specializing in video and multimedia, Iacopo leads live broadcasts and video investigations for CorriereTv, delivering real-time updates that connect audiences with Italy’s rich culture.
Now returning for Season 7, Iacopo is thrilled to continue his role on CRAVE Italy alongside Samantha, offering his unique perspective and expertise to our growing community.
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Creative Director & Designer
Simone Mazzetto
"Infinitely open to the surprising, the unusual, to questioning even in the utmost uncertainty. Searching is immensely more important than finding: listening." – Luigi Nono
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Simone Mazzetto is a visionary architect and designer whose work blends curiosity, innovation, and storytelling through space and form. Born in Padova in 1969 and a graduate of IUAV in Venice, he draws inspiration from masters like Carlo Scarpa, Giò Ponti, Le Corbusier, and Frank Lloyd Wright, merging tradition with contemporary creativity.
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His career spans collaborations with leading architecture and design firms, directing projects in restoration, interiors, hospitality, and artistic campaigns. In 2024, he led the remodeling of the Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco, redefining the space with sustainability and cultural identity at its core.
Now Creative Director for Season 7 of CRAVE, Simone brings his vision and artistry to foster innovation, beauty, and connection within a dynamic creative community.
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🔗 Discover more: www.simonemazzetto.com/bio
Audio Engineer & Editor
Mario B.
Mario B. is a radio broadcasting veteran with extensive expertise in audio engineering, voiceover artistry, and podcast production. His illustrious career includes work at renowned stations, and he has produced hundreds of radio commercials and podcasts—most notably, Gas Station Radio, where his voice reached over 1,200 gas stations nationwide.
Happy to be back on Season 7 of Crave, he continues to channel his passion for radio, podcasts, and storytelling into crafting immersive audio experiences that truly resonate with our audience.
Website Design
Tara Burke
Tara Burke is an award winning graphic designer located near beautiful Lake Tahoe. A graduate of the Reynold’s School of Journalism at the University of Nevada, Reno, she has over 25 years of experience and a reputation for excellence. As the owner of Computer Artistry Graphic Design, Tara specializes in website design, SEO, graphic design, and marketing for businesses and nonprofits. She takes pride in her attention to detail, personalized approach, and commitment to client satisfaction. Tara is also excited to be part of the CRAVE team, contributing her expertise to its mission.
Social Media Video Editor
Jarod Woodbury
Jarod is a soon-to-be graduate pursuing a B.A. in Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts and a Minor in Video Game Studies. He has a passion for video production and editing, and is excited to join the CRAVE team on their seventh season. Just recently returning from a trip to Italy to document a folk dance festival, he is eager to be more involved with Italian culture and facilitate the sharing of unique stories with the use of digital media. Jarod can’t wait to help CRAVE’s social media platform give fans a bite-sized look at the wonderful people who make the show possible.