#YessStories, the best examples of Yesss Life

This web series celebrates the extraordinary people and stories of the Pelagian Islands. From vibrant music to poetic philosophy, these stories showcase the rich cultural heritage and unique lifestyle of this Mediterranean paradise. Join us on a journey to discover the past, present and future of the Pelagian Islands through the eyes of those who live and love them – with a few asides about the Very Yesss People (VYP) in the world and the origins of Yesss Life. 🍀

It is based on the Lampedusa day by day video-series created by Gabriele Gismondi and the founders of Hub Turistico Lampedusa, which followed the lives of some extraordinary people from Italy’s southernmost islands on YouTube and Facebook from 2011 to 2014.

Audio and subtitles available only in Italian.
YessStories, i migliori esempi di Yesss Life raccontati in una web serie - Kamalé Festival

Antoine and the music from the sea

Antoine Michel was an ambassador for multiculturalism. With his song Sharabià, he created the ideal “blend” of sounds and words that underlies Yesss Life.

Pasquale, the “interior” architect

Pasquale De Rubeis was an emblem of a way of life that marked the soul of Lampedusa. He reinvented the concept of recycling by building a house entirely from landfill materials.

Don Pino, a poetic story

Don Pino Brignone was a pioneer in tourist hospitality. Known for his dialectic, he welcomed thousands of customers into his historic bar.

Luciano the anarchist

Luciano Lorenzo founded his social centre “Libero Pensiero” on a beach in Lampedusa. For several years afterwards, he shared his philosophy with everybody who came by.

Giovanni, a summer day

Giovanni Sanguedolce spent most of his life at sea, initially as a soldier and later as a captain. A genuine eyewitness to Lampedusa as it once was.

Nicola, the janitor of the island

Nicola Costa, a true native of Lampedusa, chose to lead a “hermit” life. With incredible devotion, he adorned the stretch of coastline where he still lives from time to time.

Giacomo of the boats

Giacomo Natoli was a craftsman who became a master in building boat models of all sizes and fake bait for all types of fishing.

Kitchen Tales

Antoine Michel’s parents, Maria and Manou, were master chefs of Mediterranean cuisine and wise devotees of the philosophy that today drives the festival and those who are part of it.

Report a YessStory.

The Yesss People army is made up of people who, through virtuous practices, make the world around them a better place.

If you know of one, please let us know their story.
We will review it together and, if it qualifies as VYP (Very Yesss People) story, we will ask you to do a brief interview.