You might consider subscribing to Acquerello Italiano, a quarterly CD/magazine in a talk radio format.It covers a range of news, cooking, human interest and local topics across Italy. The audio reporters and interviews are transcribed into Italian in a print magazine and that is further annotated (but not fully translated) to translate difficult words or an odd usage of grammar. In addition, they have notes in the back that provide more background or context information to expand your undertanding of the topic.Depending on your level of understanding spoken Italian, you might read it first, then read it while listening to the cd, then just try listening to the CD. It is a great way to improve your understanding of Italian and to get used to understanding Italian spoken by a variety of people and with a range of accents.Check them out on www.acquerello-italiano.com . They have locations in the UK and US.Anne Oliver (Casa di Anne)
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You might consider subscribing to Acquerello Italiano, a quarterly CD/magazine in a talk radio format.It covers a range of news, cooking, human interest and local topics across Italy. The audio reporters and interviews are transcribed into Italian in a print magazine and that is further annotated (but not fully translated) to translate difficult words or an odd usage of grammar. In addition, they have notes in the back that provide more background or context information to expand your undertanding of the topic.Depending on your level of understanding spoken Italian, you might read it first, then read it while listening to the cd, then just try listening to the CD. It is a great way to improve your understanding of Italian and to get used to understanding Italian spoken by a variety of people and with a range of accents.Check them out on www.acquerello-italiano.com . They have locations in the UK and US.Anne Oliver (Casa di Anne)