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Marilena Katsimi

Marilena Katsimi was born in Athens in 1970. She has studied Media and Communication, Political Science and Theatrology in Berlin, and Modern History at Panteion University. Since 1999 she has been working at ERT as a news show presenter and editor-in-chief of historical documentaries. She was in charge of portokaliradio.gr, the radio that highlighted the solidarity structures in crisis-ridden Greece. She collaborates with organizations that aim to halt the rise of far-right parties and combat xenophobia and homophobia. She is a researcher for the Council of Europe and the EU in a project to combat antigypsyism. She presents the show “Historical Walks” on Voice of Greece.
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International Day of Older Persons: A conversation with Dr. Sofia Skalidi | 27 Sept. 2025
On the occasion of the International Day of Older Persons – celebrated every year on October 1st following a 1990 resolution of the UN General Assembly – “Historical Walks” turns its gaze to aging and the many ways it shapes our lives. 
Historical Walks: a tribute to the Greek Panigyri – Part III | 16 Aug. 2025
In the third and final part of the program’s tribute, on Saturday, August 16, we examined the social and political dimensions of the Greek panigyri: Does panigyri have a political character? What happens with the panigyri of minorities? Can a panigyri be an expression of identity, but also a tool f...
Historical Walks: “The return of the panigyri” | 09 Aug. 2025
Voice of Greece and the program “Historical Walks” with Marilena Katsimi, invite listeners on a radio journey into the world of the panigyri—that timeless celebration of faith, community, and tradition.  With us on this journey is ethnologist, folklorist, and traditional dance...
Historical Walks: The Anatomy of the “Greek Panigyri” | 02 Aug. 2025
A journey into the world of the panigyri—that timeless celebration of faith, community, and tradition. 
Tariffs, Protectionism, and… “Taco” Trump: A Historical Journey | 26 July 2025
“Historical Walks” takes us on a journey from the great trading empires of the 17th century to the aggressive tariff policies of Donald Trump today. Guest in the Voice of Greece studio is Panos Tsakloglou, Professor of International and European Economic Studies at the Athens Unive...
Sotiris Roussos on the Middle East Question (Part II) | 19 July 2025
The program “Historical Walks” on Voice of Greece attempts to shed light on the roots of the Middle East Question — a conflict often seen as one of the world’s most intractable. With international relations expert and Middle East specialist Sotiris Roussos, Professor at the Dep...
Sotiris Roussos on the Middle East Question (Part I) | 12 July 2025
The program “Historical Walks” on Voice of Greece attempts to shed light on the roots of the Middle East Question — a conflict often seen as one of the world’s most intractable. With international relations expert and Middle East specialist Sotiris Roussos, Professor at the Dep...
Serifos: Beneath the Surface | 05 July 2025
Beneath the rugged landscape of Serifos, hidden behind the rusting remnants of its abandoned mines, lies a powerful story of exploitation, resilience, and human dignity—largely unknown to the average visitor. This story is brought to light through the work of journalist Alexandra Christakaki and h...
“Historical Walks” – The Distomo Massacre, Part II | 21 June 2025
Saturday, 10 June 1944. The Axis is collapsing, and World War II is nearing its end. Yet the summer of 1944 proves to be the most tragic in Greece, as the hatred of the defeated Nazis turns against those they deem unworthy of life. These were not only armed fighters or resistance members, but also civilians.In...
Distomo 1944: “Trauma and Memory” | 14.06.2025
Saturday, 10 June 1944. The Axis is collapsing, and World War II is nearing its end. Yet the summer of 1944 proves to be the most tragic in Greece, as the hatred of the defeated Nazis turns against those they deem unworthy of life. These were not only armed fighters or resistance members, but also civilians.In...
Biodiversity and the Environment | 07 June 2025
On the occasion of World Environment Day, celebrated annually on June 5th, the show “Historical Walks” focuses on the concept of biodiversity in Greece and worldwide. The guest of the episode is Panagiotis Pafilis, Professor of Animal Diversity at the Department of Biology, National and Kap...
Lefkadian Stories | 31 May 2025
“Historical Walks” takes us to Lefkada — the Ionian island that stands apart from the rest of the Heptanese. Unlike the others, Lefkada is not quite an island but a natural extension of Aetolia-Acarnania, connected by a narrow causeway across the lagoon. This distinctiveness is also ...
Adoptions of Greek children in America after the Civil War | 24 May 2025, 13:00
A long-concealed chapter of modern Greek history is brought to light through the meticulous research of Belgian Hellenist and author Gonda Van Steen. Her book, Wanted: Children from Greece — Adoptions in Cold War America, unveils a poignant story: in the turbulent years following the Greek Civil War, a...
The Greeks of America (Part II) | 17 May 2025
In the second episode of “Historical Walks” dedicated to the story of Greek Americans, we continue our insightful discussion with historian Professor Alexander Kitroeff, focusing on the post–World War II years. The war marked a major turning point in how Greek immigrants were viewed by American socie...
Greek Immigration to the USA | 10 May 2025
“Historical Walks” opens the chapter on Greek immigration to the United States—from the late 19th century to the present day.On this episode, we follow Professor Emeritus of History at Haverford College in Pennsylvania, Alexander Kitroeff, as he traces the journey of the early Greek immigrants—from the vil...
Paxoi: History, memory, and song | 03 May 2025
On Saturday, May 3rd, “Historical Walks” with Marilena Katsimi took us on a journey to Paxoi — the small Ionian island of rare beauty and layered history. Guest of the episode was Spyros Bogdanos, former mayor of Paxoi for twelve years and a dedicated researcher of the island’s history and fol...
The customs of Bright Week | 26 Apr. 2025
Bright Week—the most radiant week of the year in Greek tradition—follows Holy Week and runs from Easter Sunday to Thomas Sunday. Also known as the “New Week,” it marks a time of renewal and joyous celebration.On this episode of "Historical Walks", folklorist and ethnologist Miranda Terzopoulou joins Marilena Katsimi an...
“Historical Walks” Easter special (Part I) | 19 Apr. 2025
In the Easter special of the program "Historical Walks" with Marilena Katsimi, Miranda Terzopoulou, folklorist, ethnologist, and close collaborator of the late Domna Samiou, guides us through the rich tradition of Easter folk songs. She unravels the stories and symbols that span from Lent to Holy Week,...
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