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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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Historical Walks: The art of mindfulness | 04 Jan. 2025
Η νέα χρονιά των Ιστορικών Περιπάτων ξεκίνησε με μια εκπομπή αφιερωμένη στην τέχνη της ενσυνειδητότητας και του διαλογισμού. Καλεσμένος μας ήταν ο επιχειρηματίας Θέμης Βασαρμίδης, δημιουργός της πρώτης ελληνικής εφαρμογής με τίτλο, Mindfulness Greece που στόχο έχει τη μείωση του άγχους, την ενίσχυσ...
Historical Walks: The Golden Age of Tango | 28 Dec. 2024
The "Historical Walks" tribute to Argentine tango concluded with a program filled with authentic melodies. On Saturday, December 28, iconic pieces from the most significant orchestras of the "golden age"—spanning 1935 to 1955 and coinciding with the Peronist era—were featured. This connection is ...
Historical Walks: The history of Argentine Tango (Part II) with guest DJ Vasilis Notis | 21 Dec. 2024
Amid the festive Christmas atmosphere, “Historical Walks” continues its tribute to Argentine tango. In this second part, the focus shifts to the music.DJ Vasilis Notis, drawing from his invaluable record collection, takes us on a journey through 20th-century Argentina—from the origi...
“Historical Walks” into the social and musical roots of argentine Tango (Part I) with guest Maria Damilakou | 14 Dec. 2024
On the occasion of World Tango Day (December 11), Historical Walks on Voice of Greece take us on a journey to Argentina. With historian Maria Damilakou and Tango DJ Vasilis Notis as our guides, we delve into the social and musical roots of the Tango phenomenon, from its emergence in the late 19th century...
Greek hip hop: Exploring the ‘new political song’ guided by Michalis Gelasakis | 07 Dec. 2024
On Saturday, December 7, 2024, the show “Historical Walks” with Marilena Katsimi delved into Greek hip hop—a cultural movement that resonates deeply with a significant segment of Greece’s youth. The murder of Alexandros Grigoropoulos 16 years ago and that of Pavlos Fyssas five years later were pivotal mom...
Historical Walks: Maria Stratigaki about “violence against women” | 30 Nov. 2024
On the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (November 25), "Historical Walks" on Voice of Greece host a discussion with Maria Stratigaki, Emeritus Professor at the Department of Social Policy at Panteion University and Deputy Mayor for Social Solidarity and...
“Historical Walks” tribute to the Anniv. of the Gorgopotamos Bridge Explosion | 23 Nov. 2024
The explosion of the Gorgopotamos Bridge on November 25, 1942, stands as one of the most iconic moments of the Greek National Resistance during the Occupation. ELAS and EDES, two resistance organizations from opposing factions, joined forces under the guidance of British agents to disrupt...
Historical Walks: World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims | 08 Nov. 2024
This episode of "Historical Walks" is dedicated to the victims of road traffic collisions.The statistics are shocking: 1,200,000 people lose their lives every year worldwide. It is the leading cause of death for children and young people aged 5 to 29. Greece is one of the highest-ranking countries...
Historical Walks: the history and evolution of ADHD in children and adults | 02 Nov. 2024
October is recognized as ADHD Awareness Month, focusing on raising understanding and support for individuals with Attention Deficit and/or Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).In a journey through the history of ADHD, Historical Walks presents a comprehensive overview of one of the most frequently discussed...
The importance of national anniversaries and collective memory | 26 Oct. 2024
In this episode of "Historical Walks", historian and author Menelaos Charalambidis engages in a discussion with Marilena Katsimi, focusing on the significance of national anniversaries and their political importance as living tools of memory, in light of the upcoming October 28 celebrations. They...
Historical Walks: In the footsteps of collaborationism with Menelaos Charalambidis | 19 Oct. 2024
On Saturday, October 19, 2024, "Historical Walks" traveled back to the tumultuous 1940s, focusing on the phenomenon of collaborationism, guided by historian Menelaos Charalambidis. The study of Greek collaborationism during the occupation is a nationally uncomfortable topic, revealing that not the...
Historical Walks: Tracing the History of Greek Communism | 12 Oct. 2024
TThis episode's guest is historian Kostis Karpozilos, who has written one of the bestselling history books of 2024, titled Greek Communism: A Transnational History. We discuss with him an exceptionally original framework that he develops in his book to understand both the origins and political id...
Historical Walks: PASOK under Andreas and the Crisis | 05 Oct. 2024
In light of the upcoming elections for PASOK's new leader, "Historical Walks" takes us back to the 1980s, when Andreas Papandreou's PASOK dominated Greece's political landscape. Political scientist and strategic communications advisor, Ilias Tsaousakis, reflects on the governments led by PASOK, with...
Historical Walks: A guide for growing old | 28 Sept. 2024
On Saturday, September 28, 2024, on the occasion of the International Day of Older Persons (October 1), “Historical Walks” hosted geriatrician Evridiki Kravvariti, who will talk to us comprehensively about aging. We discussed how to care for our elderly parents and how to prepare for our own...
Historical Walks: The evolution of Alzheimer’s disease until today | 21 Sept. 2024
In honor of World Alzheimer's Day (09/21), this episode of "Historical Walks" featured guest neurophysiologist Giannis Sotiropoulos, in an exploration of the phenomenon of Alzheimer's disease, which is developing into a pandemic.Starting with German psychiatrist Alois Alzheimer, the show focused on...
‘Pre’historical Walks with Guide Yiannis Manetas | 14 Sept. 2024
Guided by Yiannis Manetas, Professor Emeritus of the Department of Biology at the University of Patras and author, we explore the transition from the Paleolithic to the Neolithic era and the significant changes it brought to human life. The focus is on the domestication of plants and animals, wh...
A Musical Journey Through Greek Rock with Kostas Giannakopoulos | 31 Aug. 2024
On this episode of Historical Walks" with Marilena Katsimi, music producer and educator Kostas Giannakopoulos takes us on a musical journey through Greek rock, with a special focus on the role of language. From the 1960s to today, the show will delve into the songs that transformed the Greek rock...
In Nisyros with Alexandros Giannios | 24 Aug. 2024
One of the most beautiful and authentic festivals in the Dodecanese takes place every year on August 22-23 at the Holy Monastery of Panagia Kyra in Nisyros, celebrating the nine days after the Dormition of the Virgin Mary. This eposide of “Historical Walks” features Alexandros Giannios, a musician, fil...