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Giannis Papoutsakis

Giannis Papoutsakis was born in Athens. He studied journalism and he went on working for the culture & art section of ‘’Exormisi’’ and ‘’Vradyni’’ newspapers. He has been working for ERT since 1986, as a culture and sports reporter. He has also served as the press office head for ERT2 channel. He has worked in radio for One Channel, Polis, Alpha Sport, and Channel 25 stations. In 2000 he presented the TV documentary show Σε Ρυθμούς Ελληνικούς on Greek Public Television. Upon ERT’s shutdown in 2023, he moved on to ERT Open. In 2015 he produced shows for ERT’s Second Programme, Third Programme, and the Voice of Greece radio stations. His shows Journeys Basking in Greek Light and Heliotrope are currently broadcast on the Voice of Greece.
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“Heliotrope” with guest Konstantina Vasilakopoulou | 08 Dec. 2025
The poet Konstantina Vasilakopoulou spoke on Heliotrope with Giannis Papoutsakis on 8 December about her new poetry collection “A Drop of Immortality”.The broadcast was enriched with songs performed by John Lennon, Dalida, Jacques Brel, Dimitra Galani, Marios Frangoulis, Charles Trenet and others. ...
Journeys Basking in Greek Light with guest Marian Georgiou | 07 Dec. 2025
Internationally acclaimed vocalist Marian Georgiou joined Giannis Papoutsakis on "Journeys Basking in Greek Light" on 07 December, in a conversation about her roots in Cyprus, Italian song, her collaborations, and the artists who have shaped her musical path. The broadcast featured songs performed by...
Journeys Basking in Greek Light: Love Songs in Classic Greek Cinema | 30 Nov. 2025
The episode of “Journeys Basking in Greek Light" with Giannis Papoutsakis on 30 November was dedicated to the love songs of classic Greek cinema. Guest of the program was lyricist and actor Giorgos Foskolos. The musical journey featured beloved voices such as Poulopoulos, Marinella, Vanou, Asteriadis, D...
Journeys Basking in Greek Light: Tribute to Takis Mousafiris | 26 Nov. 2025
The program “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” by Giannis Papoutsakis on November 26th was dedicated to the popular songwriter of many great hits, Takis Mousafiris. The well-known television producer Rania Angelidou spoke about the composer.
Journeys Basking in Greek Light: Anna Psychogiou | 25 Nov. 2025
The new and particularly noteworthy performer Anna Psychogiou appeared on the programn “Journeys Basking in with Light” hosted by Giannis Papoutsakis on November 25th, where she presented her new songs and talked about her journey in music, as well as her influences from rock and from Crete.
“Heliotrope” with guest Dorothea Bellou | 24 Nov. 2025
Poet Dorothea Bellou was the guest on the 24 November edition of “Heliotrope” with Giannis Papoutsakis, where she spoke about her new poetry collection, ”Τριγύρω από τα κεράσια” (Among the Cherries”). The program featured songs by Luciano Pavarotti, Art Garfunkel, Diana Ross, Peggy Lee, Marian Geor...
Journeys Basking in Greek Light with guest Agni Giakoumi | 23 Nov. 2025
This episode of "Journeys Basking in Greek Light" with Giannis Papoutsakis was dedicated to dreams—their meaning in our lives, and the poems and songs that evoke them. His guest was Dr. Agni Giakoumi, a physician and art enthusiast. The program also featured poet Tina Kandila.
Journeys Basking in Greek Light with guest Denise Nikolacou | 19 Nov. 2025
Psychologist and cinematherapy specialist Denise Nikolakou was the guest of Giannis Papoutsakis on the program “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” on 19 November. The broadcast featured film music and songs by Nino Rota, Miklos Rozsa, Manos Hadjidakis, Mikis Theodorakis, Henry Mancini, among others. ...
Journeys Basking in Greek Light with guest Ioanna Lioutsia | 18 Nov. 2025
Actress/director and poet Ioanna Lioutsia was the guest on Giannis Papoutsakis’s programme “Journeys Basking in Greek Light”, where she spoke about her latest poetry collection titled “Urban Anxiety”. The broadcast featured songs by Farandouri, Alexiou, Poulopoulos, Androulakis, and others. Director Artemis I...
Heliotrope: “The Polytechnic in Poetry” | 17 Nov. 2025
“The Polytechnic in Poetry” was the theme of Giannis Papoutsakis’ program "Heliotrope" on 17 November. The broadcast featured poems by Ritsos, Vrettakos, Anagnostakis, Kostoula Mitropoulou, Sinopoulos, Lena Papa, V. Samoilis, and Ilias Gris, along with songs performed by Bithikotsis, Frantouri, Xylou...
Journeys Basking in Greek Light with guest Kostas Hatzis | 16 Nov. 2025
The legend of Greek song, Kostas Hatzis, was hosted by Giannis Papoutsakis on his show “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” on 16 November, in a conversation about his life story, the themes of his songs, the era of the bouat, and the people who stood by him in difficult times.Also joining the discussion was...
Journeys Basking in Greek Light with guest Vaggelis Georgakis | 13 Nov. 2025
Author Vaggelis Georgakis was the guest of Giannis Papoutsakis on the programme “Travelling with Greek Light” on 13 November. The broadcast featured songs with lyrics by Lefteris Papadopoulos.
“Journeys Basking in Greek Light” with guests Nefeli Markaki and Petros Politis | 12 Nov. 2025
Nefeli Markaki and Petros Politis, creators of the artistic group “Nefelopetra,” spoke on Giannis Papoutsakis’ programme “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” on 12 November about their new production titled ”Στιγμές” (Moments).
“Journeys Basking in Greek Light” with guests Tatiana Kirchof and Katerina Baxevanakis | 11 Nov. 2025
The playwright and actress Tatiana Kirchof and actress Katerina Baxevanakis were guests of Giannis Papoutsakis on the program “Traveling with Greek Light” on 11 November, where they spoke about the theater productions “Yucali” and “Marilyn”, respectively, in which they appear.
“Heliotrope” with guest Panagiota Panoria | 10 Nov. 2025
On 10 November 2025, “Heliotrope” with Giannis Papoutsakis welcomed mental health counsellor Panagiota Panoria, who joined the programme from Stuttgart to reflect on the healing power and essential role of love in our lives. The episode also included a poetic tribute titled “Rain in Poetry”, featuri...
“Journeys Basking in Greek Light” tribute to Yiannis Ritsos | 09 Nov. 2025
This episode of the Voice of Greece radio program “Journeys Basking in Greek Light”, presented by Giannis Papoutsakis, was dedicated to the poet of Romiosyni, Yiannis Ritsos, on Sunday, 09 November 2025, marking 35 years since his journey into eternity on 11 November. The episode celebrated his poe...
Journeys Basking in Greek Light with Giannis Papoutsakis | 06 Nov. 2025
How did Nikos Koundouros first meet Thanasis Veggos?What was Dinos Iliopoulos’ opinion of “The Ogre of Athens”?How did Pavlos Nirvanas persuade Alexandros Papadiamantis to be photographed at Dexameni?And which fairy tale did Manos Hadjidakis love most? The answers unfolded on “Journeys Basking in Gree...
“Journeys Basking in Greek Light” with guests Giannes Kokas and Ailiana Markaki | 05 Nov. 2025
Playwright, director, and actor Giannes Kokas, together with actress Ailiana Markaki, were guests of Giannis Papoutsakis on the program “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” on 05 November 2025. Their conversation focused on Shakespeare’s play “As You Like It”, while the program was beautifully enriched ...
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