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Emmanuel"s Diary - Podcast Novel (Third Season)

Antonia Del Monaco

NEW: You can buy Gino"s bag (Emmanuel"s cat) here: it"s made of excellent cotton and is beautiful!You can find Emmanuel"s story with photographer Gianni on Amazon in the form of a listenable ebook: My Story With Gianni.This podcast proposes, in episodes, a novel set in the 90s, precisely between 1994 and 1997, taken from the diary of a teenager who we will conventionally call Emmanuel.The novel tells the difficult phases of his growth, marked by his frantic search for the "sense" of Beauty, of which

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27:18

A White Horse (The Divine Part)

Emmanuel"s Diary - Podcast Novel (Third Season) ·

2025/10/28

With this episode Emmanuel enters a dimension between the Platonic and the medieval, committing himself with all his strength in an attempt at resurrection from the materiality into which he has fallen, also overwhelming Antonia with him.From now on, his every effort will be aimed at finding a spiritual dimension in which his relationship with the woman can reach a difficult balance capable of withstanding time.The interpreters are Paul Emmanuel and Alice.Throughout the episode you can hear a song

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14:48

Gates of Eden - Part II (I'm destroying Antonia)

Emmanuel"s Diary - Podcast Novel (Third Season) ·

2025/10/20

This episode, of particular length and importance, is proposed in two parts, of which this is the second.Emmanuel has won the game with Antonia, managing to tie her to him in an almost pathological way and creating a serious dependence in her.One day, however, he is forced to realise, with amazement and anguish, that this situation risks completely destroying the woman he loves. From now on he will be forced to make important decisions.The interpreters are Paul Emmanuel and Alice.The soundtrack

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26:30

Gates of Eden - Part I (In search of the lost Paradise)

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2025/10/08

This episode, which is particularly long and important, is presented in two parts, of which this is the first.A passionate and "red-light" Emmanuel recalls his new experience with Antonia, whom he won back in the previous episode ("Special Effects").The boy experiences this reunion with excitement and enthusiasm, but now, at eighteen years of age, he is perfectly capable of realizing the difficulties of the situation and how much things have changed for both of them.Determined to continue on his

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4:15

Pudim de Quejio (Carlos suffers for love)

Emmanuel"s Diary - Podcast Novel (Third Season) ·

2025/10/01

We all understood that Carlos was in love with Emmanuel, but above all he cared about him with all his heart.How will he react to his abandonment, never hearing from him again?Predictably, he suffers like a dog. Luckily for him he has his sister Mayra at his side, good and affectionate, who takes care of him and consoles him.The interpreters are Paolo Malgioglio and Elisa Gandolfi.The soundtrack consists of a cover of "Cripple and the Starfish", a beautiful song by Antony and The Johnsons. Hosted on

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18:55

Special Effects (Emmanuel wins the game)

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2025/09/26

Another crucial episode of the novel-podcast.The illness has given Emmanuel time to clarify himself and has made him lucid and determined: he wants Antonia back at any cost.To achieve his goal, he is even willing to rig the cards and play a melodramatic role that completely displaces Antonia. It's full-blown blackmail, and he knows it well; but Love, as Plato says, is the son of Expedient and is therefore unscrupulous: Emmanuel is ready for anything to bring down Antonia's defensive barriers and

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18:44

Tabula rasa (Emmanuel starts from Antonia again)

Emmanuel"s Diary - Podcast Novel (Third Season) ·

2025/09/18

The third part of Emmanuel's story begins here: it's the most delicate and crucial one.Fresh from an experience as intense as it was devastating with Michelle K., who introduced him to drugs, the boy finds his health seriously compromised.During the period of his illness and his convalescence, he has the opportunity to seriously reflect on his situation and make important decisions for his future.Meanwhile, his older brother Michele is increasingly worried about him.The interpreters are Paul

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1:42

Season 2 Episode INDEX

Emmanuel"s Diary - Podcast Novel (Third Season) ·

2025/09/15

Season 2 Index:The Rabbit HoleGoing Other WaysMoon in HellThat is, precisely at the levelOde to JealousyAir PocketsWeedsGreatThe Perfect MetaphorMichelle K.Like an AngelCan We Talk?Some Good GirlsHappy Birthday, EmmanuelAccidents On The RoadCompulsive LiarRussian RouletteVery SexyPrinceAlpha MaleGame Over Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:42

Season 1 Episode INDEX

Emmanuel"s Diary - Podcast Novel (Third Season) ·

2025/09/12

Here is an INDEX of all the episodes of Season One, set in 1994 with Emmanuel sixteen years old, each with a clickable link:1. Prologue - A letter2. The riddle of the spinner3. Something grey4. Active, passive and transitive middle5. One day you'll understand6. About Mister B.7. It takes two to tango8. Frédéric Valentino9. On the other side10. Some good guys11. Timing12. Alternative therapies13. The Wind Inside14. Countdown15. Double fault16. Omnipotence17. No take-off18. Blackout Hosted on Acast

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7:21

Game Over (Last stop: you get off)

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2025/09/12

We have reached the end of Season Two.Gambling your life upside or tails is always dangerous, however adventurous and fascinating it may appear, and can also jeopardize your physical health. Emmanuel is forced to find out now.The interpreters are Paul Emmanuel and Anthony (AI).During the episode you can hear songs by Michael Land taken from "The Secret of Monkey Island", "Gouge away" by the Pixies and a cover of "I am" by Jamie Campbell Bower. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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23:57

Alpha Male (The night of the shooting stars)

Emmanuel"s Diary - Podcast Novel (Third Season) ·

2025/09/12

Emmanuel, like Guybrush Threepwood from Monkey Island, goes through his adventures to find himself, the man he would like to be and isn't: an Alpha Male.At this moment he has one beside him, Carlos, with whom he isn't sure what kind of relationship to establish.The interpreters are Paul Emmanuel, Anthony, Marla and Jane (AI).During the episode you can listen to the following songs live: "Morna Nha Santana" by Eugénio Tavares; "Come se" by Subsonica; "Discolabirinto" by Subsonica-Morgan; "Music's so

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12:37

Prince (Emmanuel no longer understands who he is)

Emmanuel"s Diary - Podcast Novel (Third Season) ·

2025/09/12

Emmanuel, destabilized by his relationship with Gerti, has found refuge in Carlos and his sister Mayra, but the matter is taking an unpredictable turn.Or perhaps not even too unpredictable, considering the amorous bulimia of our protagonist.The result is that the boy no longer understands who he is and what he wants.The interpreters are Paul Emmanuel and Anthony (AI).During the episode you can listen to covers or live versions of the following songs: "Isolada" by Cesária Évora; "Força Di Cretcheu"

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15:28

Very sexy (Carlos cheers up Emmanuel)

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2025/08/19

Let's tell the truth: we had the impression, during the previous episode ("Russian Roulette"), that Emmanuel's story was about to end tragically.But the boy has many resources and, with a bit of luck, manages to get back up. Just when he thinks he can no longer free himself from his addiction to Michelle, Emmanuel meets an unexpected ally in the person he least expected: Carlos. The man turns out to be capable of understanding and humanity, qualities absent in Gerti, and incredibly manages to

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19:19

Russian Roulette (A challenge to the death)

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2025/08/11

For this episode, one of the most important and dramatic of the novel-diary, we experimented, especially for Emmanuel's voice, with state-of-the-art AI, which never recites the same line in the same way, resulting in unpredictable and very creative.The narrative voice is Antonia's again.Too late Emmanuel realizes that he is playing a very dangerous game, which could cost him his life.The boy desperately, provocatively tries to ask for Antonia's help and to re-establish a relationship with her, but

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14:11

Compulsive Liar (Never Underestimate The Power Of...

Emmanuel"s Diary - Podcast Novel (Third Season) ·

2025/07/29

In this episode Emmanuel really hits rock bottom, from various points of view.Lying, lying and more lying: this seems to have become second nature to him. He is unable to cope with the simple evidence that he has become totally dependent on Michelle and the drugs she supplies him with. He really couldn't go any lower than that.The narrative voice is that of Emmanuel himself (AI Steffan Emmanuel); Michelle is played by Frieda (AI).During the episode you can listen to the following songs: "Winterfell"

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8:50

Accidents On The Road (When you understand that the...

Emmanuel"s Diary - Podcast Novel (Third Season) ·

2025/07/25

Emmanuel hasn't yet understood that to play a game with Michelle K. you need to be particularly equipped, especially with cynicism and indifference, two qualities that he doesn't possess.In this episode he is forced to understand this and to realize that the game is bigger than him.The interpreters are George and Frieda (AI).During the episode you can listen to the following songs: "Galaxy" and "Forbidden Chamber" by Static Bandz, whom we thank for the permission; "Inhuman" by Sonic Youth; "Old Age"

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31:08

Happy Birthday, Emmanuel ("If you wanted Parsifal,...

Emmanuel"s Diary - Podcast Novel (Third Season) ·

2025/07/18

This chapter, one of the most imporant in the podcast, is a turning point for Emmanuel's story. He turns 18, an important milestone in anyone's life. His companions and friends are present at his party, but there's also Antonia, with whom the boy has a rather harsh clash at the end of the evening: he tries to hide the truth from her, but in the end, left alone with himself, he is forced to admit that he is bad.The interpreters are Steffan-Emmanuel and Nicole (AI).During the episode you can listen to

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8:35

Some Good Girls (Emmanuel's "Winning Technique")

Emmanuel"s Diary - Podcast Novel (Third Season) ·

2025/07/09

Please, use the direct download link: thank you!Certe brave ragazzeThere are moments, in the life of a man, in which virile pride suffers very severe blows: it hasn't happened to Emmanuel yet, but Michelle known as Gerti provides in this sense, ruthless and indifferent as always. The interpreters are Steffan Emmanuel and Frieda (AI).During the episode you can hear a cover of "Michelle" by The Beatles and "Gouge Away" by The Pixies (instrumental and live). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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18:03

Can we talk? (Michael notices that Emmanuel is sick)

Emmanuel"s Diary - Podcast Novel (Third Season) ·

2025/07/04

Michele, seriously worried about his brother Emmanuel's condition, asks him for a face-to-face conversation. The boy reluctantly accepts, but in the end he realizes that his brother's initiative is dictated by a deep affection towards him.An affection, despite everything, reciprocated.The interpreters are Vincent-Paul Emmanuel and Steffan (AI).The songs used throughout the episode are Infinite Stream's "Autumn Waltz", "Winter Waltz" and "Childhood". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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8:09

Like an Angel (Michelle discovers the sex of Angels)

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2025/06/28

The relationship between Emmanuel and Michelle takes a murky and intense turn: it would risk turning into a real love relationship... if only Michelle were capable of loving.Emmanuel, unfortunately for him, is.The interpreters are Paul Emmanuel and Frieda (AI).Covers of the following songs can be heard throughout the episode: Sonic Youth's "Shadow of a doubt" (cover by Black Tape For A Blue Girl), The Beatles' "Michelle" and Elliott Smith's "Between the bars". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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15:54

Michelle K. (The forbidden painting)

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2025/06/22

Emmanuel is completely overwhelmed by the perverse and anomalous relationship with Michelle K. called Gerti, without realizing that he is getting himself into quite serious trouble. He does not seem able to understand, even when faced with the evidence of a "cursed" painting, the negativity of the environment of the magical Turin to which the woman belongs.Humiliated by her, he finds a way to take revenge: this deludes him into thinking he can win the game, when in fact he simply won a round.The

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