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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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“Journeys Basking in Greek Light” tribute to the Liberation of Thessaloniki | 26 Oct. 2025
Dedicated to the historic liberation of Thessaloniki from Ottoman rule on 26 October 1912, this episode of “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” with Giannis Papoutsakis aired on 26 October.
Penny Ramantani on “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” | 22 Oct. 2025
The beloved author and the distinctive voice of Ónar and Do Diesi, Penny Ramantani, was the guest of Giannis Papoutsakis on the program “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” on 22 October. In a warm and reflective conversation, she spoke about her songs and her writing, as well as about the mark left...
Manolia Nannou on “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” | 21 Oct. 2025
The talented young actress and musician Manolia Nannou, known for her roles in many television series, was a guest of Giannis Papoutsakis on “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” on October 21. The program featured songs by Vitali, N. Papazoglou, Poulopoulos, Farantouri, Karali, and others.
Lakis Chalkias on “Journeys Basking In Greek Light” | 19 Oct. 2025
The popular performer of Greek folk music, Lakis Chalkias, was a guest of Giannis Papoutsakis on the show “Journeys Basking In Greek Light” on October 19, in a discussion about his long and remarkable journey in Greek music — and about Yannis Ritsos, Mikis Theodorakis, Yannis Markopoulos, Stelios Kazan...
Lili Koutsandrea on “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” | 16 Oct. 2025
Dance teacher and choreographer Lili Koutsandrea was the guest on “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” with Giannis Papoutsakis on 16 October, in a conversation about contemporary dance and its benefits for physical and mental health.
Kelly Voudouri and Eirini Zarnaveli on “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” | 15 Oct. 2025
Renowned singer Kelly Voudouri and young actress Eirini Zarnaveli joined Giannis Papoutsakis on “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” on 15 October, for a conversation about music, theatre, emotion, and reason!
Heliotrope: Sophia Vembo – the voice of Victory | 13 Oct. 2025
Dedicated to “The voice of Victory,” the legendary Sophia Vembo, this episode of “Heliotrope" with Giannis Papoutsakis aired on 13 October. The guest was Despina Pavlatou — choreographer, dancer, and dance instructor — who has created choreographies inspired by Vembo’s unforgettable songs. ...
“Journeys Basking in with Greek Light” tribute to Mimis Plessas | 12 Oct. 2025
The episode is dedicated to Mimis Plessas, marking 101 years since his birth and one year since his passing. The broadcast features some of his most beloved songs, performed by Giannis Poulopoulos, Rena Vlahopoulou, Marinella, Tolis Voskopoulos, Giannis Voyatzis, Rena Koumioti, Nana Mouskouri, Giovanna,...
Journeys Basking in Greek Light: October in Poetry | 08 Oct. 2025
“October in Poetry” was the theme of the radio program “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” by Giannis Papoutsakis on October 8.It featured poems by Sachtouris, Varvitsiotis, Dimoula, Bania, Aragon, Dylan Thomas, songs by Marinella, Poulopoulos, Kalogiannis, Androulaki, Thalassinos, and music by Spanoud...
Stavros Avramoglou on Journeys Basking in Greek Light | 07 Oct. 2025
The episode of “Journeys Basking in Greek Light" was dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Giorgos Zampetas’ birth. Guest Stavros Avramoglou spoke about the great composer’s legacy and presented previously unreleased songs by Zampetas, shedding light on lesser-known aspects of his remarkable career.
Takis Konstantakopoulos and Thanasis Zampas on “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” | 28 Sept. 2025
Distinguished interpreter Takis Konstantakopoulos and poet/lyricist and physician Thanasis Zampas were guests of Giannis Papoutsakis on the program “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” on 28 September. Their conversation centered on the romantic era of Greek song, the Neo Kyma movement, and poetry. Produced and...
Tessy Baila and Giannis Houmas on “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” | 25 Sept. 2025
Author Tessy Baila and lyricist Giannis Houmas joined Giannis Papoutsakis for a journey of memory through the “Wild Seas” of the Greek Resistance against the Germans during the years 1941–44.
Takis Paterelis and Stamatis Logos on “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” | 24 Sept. 2025
Renowned jazz musician Takis Paterelis and actor Stamatis Logos speak about the Roda Theatre production “Eleusinian Mysteries.” The broadcast features music by Gurdjieff, performed by Paterelis on piano.,
Ioanna Merkouriadou on “Journeys Basking in Greek Light” | 23 Sept. 2025
Giannis Papoutsakis welcomes to the studio of Voice of Greece Ioanna Merkouriadou, director, playwrightand actress, for a conversation about her play “The 11th Commandment.”
“Heliotrope” with guest Nota Kymothoe | 22 Sept. 2025
The program welcomed award-winning poet, author, and visual artist Nota Kymothoe. She read poems and excerpts from her books, while songs by Adamo, Al Bano, Scott McKenzie, Brenda Lee, and others were played. Produced & presented by Giannis Papoutsakis
“Journeys Basking in Greek Light” tribute to George Seferis | 21 Sept. 2025
This episode was dedicated to Nobel laureate poet George Seferis, marking 54 years since his passing. It featured recordings of Seferis himself reciting his poems, as well as musical settings of his work performed by Grigoris Bithikotsis, Maria Farantouri, Antonis Kalogiannis, Dimitris Mitsias, Alkistis...
“Journeys Basking in Greek Light” with guest Maria Papaleontiou | 17 Sept. 2025
The acclaimed singer Maria Papaleontiou spoke about her artistic journey and her latest songs. Produced and presented by Giannis Papoutsakis
Journeys Basking in Greek Light with gest Irini-Dialechti Kouromichelaki | 16 Sept. 2025
The distinguished artist, philologist, psychotherapist, poet, and educator Irini-Dialechti Kouromichelaki was the guest of Giannis Papoutsakis on "Journeys Basking in Greek Light" on 16 September, on the occasion of the play Absentees by Vassilis Katsikonouris, in which she stars.