Radio Diffusione Firenze

Radio Diffusione Firenze is the soundtrack to Tuscany's daily life. It's the station you hear in cafes and car radios across Florence, pumping out Italian pop with zero irony. The playlist leans heavily on classics from Ligabue and Laura Pausini, but they're not afraid to spin contemporary hits by Mahmood or Blanco. The morning show has too much talk for my taste - local news and phone-ins dominate. But from mid-afternoon onward, it's a solid block of hooks. They also shout out local events, from summer concerts to festivals, which gives it a community feel. The DJs speak with a distinct Flore…