A broad perspective on studying +...

A broad perspective on studying + living in Italy; the case for staying with a host family

Abroad Perspective by Moriah House
S1 · E3
Aug 21, 2026
27:42

Episode notes

This episode, we chatted with Amelia Shore about her experience studying abroad in Avellino, Italy for a year in high school. We discuss the ups and downs of living with a host family, her favorite Italian foods, and the cultural norms that would shock American high schoolers. Plus, a path to living and working in Italy as an adult, and some good news for Americans considering studying abroad.

Keywords

travel
education
cultural exchange
language learning
study abroad
Italy
Naples
Host family
Culture shock
Italian

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