Traveling Italy by Train: Milan, Turin, Florence & Rome

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Embark on an unforgettable journey across Italy when Transit Unplugged TV host Paul Comfort takes you from the bustling streets of Milan to the historic wonders of Turin, the Renaissance beauty of Florence, and the iconic sights of Rome.

Along the way, discover how public transportation connects you to Italy’s best food, culture, and entertainment. Ride high-speed trains, vintage streetcars, and modern trams, meet passionate transit professionals, and savor local dishes—from tricolor pasta to Tuscan wine. Whether you’re a traveler or a transit enthusiast, this episode is your guide to exploring Italy like a pro. 

Featuring Interviews with 

  • Caroline Chabrol, Director General, SNCF Voyages Italia 
  • Silvia De Rocchi, Director Coordinator, Rail Freight Forward 
  • Fabio Sgroi, Health & Safety Manager, Italo/NTV 
  • Mauro Pessano, President, FerCargo 
  • Claudia Munafo, Swing Dancer, Translator & Local Enthusiast 
  • Baiba Kornete, Binary System & Local guide  
  • Pawel Wlazinski, AEP Ticketing Solutions & Local guide 
  • Federico Tonetti, CEO, RATP Dev Italia 
  • Denis Ratto, General Manager, GEST SPA – RATP Dev 

Chapters & Time Stamps 

00:00 – Milan: City of Fashion, Food, and Automated Metro 
02:00 – High-Speed Rail to Turin 
05:00 – Turin: Food, History, and River Walks 
08:00 – Milan’s Vintage Streetcars & Coffee Culture 
10:00 – Milan’s Metro & Olympic Connections 
11:00 – Rail Freight Forward: European Challenges 
15:00 – Florence: High-Speed Arrival & Food Hall Delights 
17:00 – Renaissance Florence: Squares, Art, and Bridges 
20:00 – Tuscan Hills: Vineyards and Local Fare 
22:00 – Florence Tram: Modern Transit & City Transformation 
25:00 – Rome: Ancient Wonders & Modern Mobility 
28:00 – Episode Wrap-Up 

Credits 
Transit Unplugged is brought to you by Modaxo https://www.modaxo.com     
Host: Paul Comfort     
Producer: Paul Comfort     
Music Composer/Supervisor: Jaime Cuadra     
Sound Design: Jaime Cuadra    
Director of Photography: Jaime Cuadra     
Video Editor: Jaime Cuadra     
Executive Producer: Julie Gates    
Associate Producer: Cyndi Raskin   
Newsletter: Chris O’Keeffe   

Special Thanks 
Tina Olagundoye, Brand Design     
Tatyana Mechkarova, Social Media  
AEP Ticketing Solutions https://www.aep-italia.it/en/  
Binary System https://www.binarysystem.eu/en/  
SNCF Voyages Italia  https://www.sv-italia.com/it 
Rail Freight Forward https://www.railfreightforward.eu/ 
Italio https://www.italotreno.com/en 
FerCargo https://confercargo.it/ 
RATP Dev Italia https://www.ratpdev.it/en 
GEST SPA – RATP Dev https://www.gestramvia.it/ 

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