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EPISODE · Jun 22, 2026 · 44 MIN

The Sitdown w/ Maddalena and Lisa

from Mid-Life Mafia

Step behind the counter and beyond the cameras with Maddalena and Lisa, two fan-favorite personalities from Carlo's Bakery and TLC's Cake Boss.In this episode, they share how life changed after television, why they embraced social media, and what it was really like working alongside Buddy Valastro and the rest of the family business. From memorable Cake Boss moments and cake disasters to going nationwide and internationally with Carlo's Bake Shop, they offer an honest look at life behind one of America's most famous bakeries.The conversation also explores the power of family relationships, the bond between sisters, and the support systems that help us navigate life's ups and downs. Maddalena and Lisa reflect on marriage, cooking for loved ones, and the traditions that come with growing up in a large Italian family where food is always at the center of every gathering.They also dive into a topic many women can relate to: learning to love yourself again in midlife. We talk about confidence and self-care, makeup, fashion, and finding joy in the little things.And because no conversation with Maddalena and Lisa would be complete without a little fun, expect stories about Marshalls shopping hauls, favorite music, style choices, and the sisterly relationship that keeps them connected through it all.In this episode:Life after Cake Boss and turning to social mediaCake disasters and memorable bakery momentsThe close-knit family they areWorking with Buddy ValastroMidlife reinventionIf you've been following Maddalena and Lisa since the Cake Boss days, welcome to the family! Let us know in the comments what you love most about them and their journey. And don’t forget to like and share the episode with those you feel will enjoy this conversation.Follow us on all platforms 👇TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@midlifemafiaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlifemafiapodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MidLifeMafiaWebsite: https://midlifemafia.com/Follow Lisa 👇TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cakebosslisa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cakebosslisa4811/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cakebosslisa?mibextid=LQQJ4d Follow Maddalena 👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maddalenaandmauro/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cakebosscastanosTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cakebossmauroYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FamilyTalkandTaste/featured Podcast editing by https://podcastmagician.com/

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Step behind the counter and beyond the cameras with Maddalena and Lisa, two fan-favorite personalities from Carlo's Bakery and TLC's Cake Boss.In this episode, they share how life changed after television, why they embraced social media, and what it...

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