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A New Life in Italy

by Samantha Wilson

A NEW LIFE IN ITALY – THE PODCAST THAT takes you behind the scenes of what it's really like to move and live in Italy and shows you how starting a new life in the bel Paese is possible for you. This weekly podcast is hosted by Samantha Wilson, Italy’s top relocation expert and chief dream maker at Smart Move Italy is for anyone who dreams of adopting the Italian lifestyle, no matter where you are in the process. Tune in every week for some inspiration, and super “ah-ha” moments, and learn how you can live longer, spend less, and smile more in your new life in Italy.

Latest episodes

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La Dolce Vita vs Real Life with Two Voices No Filter

What happens when La Dolce Vita becomes real life? Samantha is joined by the hosts of Two Voices No Filter, Georgette Jupe and Valentina Dainelli, for a fun and candid c

Sep 23
49 min

Move to Italy Bootcamp Day 3: Your Legal Path

Get the Membership and plan - https://smartmoveitaly.com/anewlifeinitalyDay Three: The Legal PathWe hope you enjoyed the Bootcamp! This replay will be available for one w

Sep 16
58 min

Move to Italy Bootcamp Day 2: Finding Your Place

Get the Membership and plan - https://smartmoveitaly.com/anewlifeinitalyDay Two: Where & How You'll LiveJoin Our Move to Italy Bootcamp: www.smartmoveitaly.com/themovetoi

Sep 16
1 h 05 min

How to Move to Italy Bootcamp!!

Get the Membership and plan - https://smartmoveitaly.com/anewlifeinitalyDay One: Get ClarityJoin Our Move to Italy Bootcamp: www.smartmoveitaly.com/themovetoitalybootcamp

Sep 15
42 min

The Part of Moving to Italy Nobody Talks About with Camilla Jackson

Moving to Italy changes a lot more than your address. It changes your routines, your relationships, your sense of belonging, and even the way you see yourself. In this

Sep 9
50 min

If You Want to Move to Italy in 2027, Start Here

If you want to move to Italy in 2027, now is the time to start figuring out what would actually have to happen to make that possible. In this episode, Samantha breaks do

Sep 2
24 min

What If the Best Part of Your Life Is Still Ahead?

Twenty-two years ago, Samantha came to Italy with her mother, who was turning 60. She had no idea that the trip would change the course of her life. Now, one week away f

Aug 12
9 min

Seeing Italy Through a Local’s Eyes with Martina Arezzini

What does it really mean to experience Italy through a local lens? In this episode of A New Life in Italy, Samantha speaks with Martina Arezzini, a licensed tour guide a

Aug 5
35 min

The Reason Italy Makes Us Rethink Everything

Italy has a way of making us see our own lives differently. People visit for a week and come home asking questions they weren’t asking before. Not just about Italy, but

Jul 22
22 min

Thinking About Moving to Italy? The Real Questions People Google Before They Change Their Life

Most people don’t start by making a plan to move to Italy. They start with a Google search. Questions about Italian visas, cost of living in Italy, healthcare, residency

Jul 8
22 min

The Italy Dream Is Easy at 60. What About 80?

Can You Grow Old in Italy? The Question Nobody Wants to Ask Most people spend years planning how to move to Italy. They research visas, property, healthcare, taxes, and

Jun 24
22 min

Retiring to Italy in 2026? Here’s What I Would Do BEFORE Selling Everything

Thinking about retiring to Italy in 2026? Before you sell everything and book the one-way ticket, this episode is your reality check. In this episode of A New Life in It

Jun 3
24 min

Buying Property in Italy: What Smart Buyers Are Doing in 2026

The world feels uncertain right now, and for many people dreaming about Italy, that uncertainty is creating one very big question: Is this actually a smart time to buy p

May 20
20 min

How to Make Italy Work for You (Instead of Against You)

Well hello there, and welcome back to another episode of A New Life in Italy. I’m your host, Samantha Wilson. Today’s episode is one of those that might completely chang

May 6
24 min

Italy 7% Tax Regime Explained (2026 Update): New Towns, Rules, and Who Qualifies

Thinking about retiring in Italy or reducing your tax burden? Italy’s 7% tax regime sounds almost too good to be true… and for some people, it is incredible. But for othe

Apr 22
22 min

How to Teach English in Italy and Build a Real Income

Thinking about moving to Italy but not planning to retire? Then at some point, probably soon, you'll face the question: what am I actually going to do for work? In this

Apr 8
41 min

The First 90 Days in Italy: What No One Tells You

You’ve planned it, dreamed about it, and finally made the move to Italy. But what happens next? In this episode of A New Life in Italy, Samantha Wilson shares the real

Mar 25
19 min

Why You Feel Healthier Eating Pizza in Italy

Have you ever noticed something strange when you visit Italy? You eat pasta. You eat bread. You eat pizza. And somehow… you feel better. People say this to me all th

Mar 11
51 min

From Burnout to Palazzo: How to Take Back Your Time and Start Living Now

What if you are not actually short on time… you are just investing it in the wrong places? In this episode, I sit down with international time management specialist, bes

Feb 25
47 min

Getting Sick in Italy: What Actually Happens, Where to Go, and How Not to Panic

No one really talks about this until it happens to you. You wake up sick in Italy and suddenly everything feels heavier. New system. New language. New rules. And a lot of

Feb 11
32 min

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As someone in the process of moving to Italy, this podcast has been such a helpful resource! Samantha is an absolute delight to listen to. She's knowledgeable, encouraging, and has a way of making this whole crazy process feel much more doable. Highly recommend to anyone dreaming of life in Italy

hi Brittany High · Sep 2026

The solid, actionable information this show consistently provides is amazing. Deep dives into individual visas and step-by-step guides with links to pertinent authorities and experts. In a sea of short attention span partial or misinformation this show stands out against all of this.

PippenChristmas · Feb 2026

The amount of pertinent information this show provides is staggering. Samantha is a lovely and knowledgeable host and well worth a listen. Once you listen you’ll subscribe.

jeirbwjhwb · Jan 2025

An absolutely outstanding podcast series!! The detailed information is invaluable and Samantha is a charming host. Her insight into the Italian lifestyle makes me long to move there more than ever.

JohnPietro · Jul 2024

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