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The beloved play “A Hero in Slippers” by Sakellariou and Giannakopoulos was the focus of the radio show "Journeys Basking in Greek Light" hosted by Giannis Papoutsakis on May 27, inspired by its current staging at the Lychno Theatre. Actors Lefteris Eleftheriadis and Olga Mourgela spoke about the...

Irini Dialechti Kouromichelaki -a psychotherapist, musician, actress, and poet- was the guest of Giannis Papoutsakis on the May 26th episode of "Heliotrope". She discussed her poetry collection Erimin leipeis, which explores central themes of sorrow, absence, and solitude. The episode was complemented...

The guest on the show was award-winning Cypriot composer Phyto Stratis, who resides permanently in New York. The conversation was sparked by his latest musical production, El Dorado - a work that offers a musical portrait of Edgar Allan Poe. Phytos Stratis spoke about the upcoming world premiere...

The moving life, legacy, and struggles of Georges Moustaki.A one-of-a-kind figure - unforgettable through the years.A true friend of Greece, who stood by its people in another time of struggle.Born into the Greek community of Alexandria, he never lost touch with his roots. He lived -and truly felt-...

On 25 May, Giannis Papoutsakis presented a special tribute to the beloved comedies of Greek cinema’s golden age—the 1950s and ’60s—on “Journeys Basking in Greek Light”. With memorable quotes, film trivia, iconic songs, and stories behind the scenes, the episode featured actress Amalia Klimopoulou as a specia...

“Our Town” with Themis Rodamitis welcomes one of the most iconic voices of Greek music: Aliki Kayaloglou. In an intimate and wide-ranging conversation, the acclaimed performer reflects on the key moments of her recording career, the repertoire she chose to bring to life, and the distinctive theatricality tha...

The Light, the Iris, the Red Fruits and Covid (Το Φως, η Ίριδα, τα Κόκκινα Φρούτα και ο Covid): A poetry collection born in the time of Covid, as Katerina Tsakou wandered through her beloved Cape Maleas, in the Vatika region of Mani - always facing East. Her verse echoes the colors and brushstrokes o...

“Our Town” presents a special tribute to Giorgos Kakoulidis - a leading poet and thinker of the 1980s generation. This episode honors the distinguished poet and visual artist, whose untimely passing left a significant void in the cultural landscape. It highlights key moments from his literary and a...

For COREINΝA aka Korina Takaroni and Konstantina Semertzidou, makeup is not just a profession — it’s painting, it’s performance, it’s visual art, it’s a statement. They see the skin as a canvas, a playground for experimenting with light, intensity, form, and texture. On this episo...

On the occasion of the Water and Commons Festival, taking place on Friday, May 23, and Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Protomagia Square (between Pedion tou Areos and Evelpidon Street) we speak with Despoina Spanoudi, a chemical engineer specializing in environmental issues, a member of the Initiative for...

Renowned actor and director Augustinos Remoundos joined Giannis Papoutsakis on May 22nd to talk about the stage production Man of God, in which he stars. The episode featured rock ballads by Emerson, Lake & Palmer, Marianne Faithfull, Cockney Rebel, and King Crimson.

Distinguished actress Marion Anthi joins Giannis Papoutsakis for a thoughtful conversation about her debut theatrical work, “Beba.” The play explores the story of a resolute woman striving to escape the confines of a harsh and oppressive society. The episode is enriched with timeless songs performed by ...

Acclaimed actress and photographer Joanna Vraka joined Giannis Papoutsakis on the show "Journeys Basking in Greek Light" on May 20th for a heartfelt conversation about the mission and meaning of Art in our lives.The episode was accompanied by songs from the Katsimichas brothers, Arleta, Eleni Dimou,...

Greek-American filmmaker Julia Speropoulos was the featured guest on the show, speaking about her latest animated short film titled “Agapi” (Love). The film centers on the genocide of the Pontic Greeks, with a particular focus on the devastating "white death marches." As Speropoulos explained, it ...

Welcome to "Listen & See, Look & Hear"—with Nikolas Angelidis and Grigoris Nanis, as they guide us through the world's most fascinating and bizarre stories. In this episode: Meet the burglar who claims he turned to theft out of heartbreak. Who is he, and where did he commit his unusual c...

“Our Town” features Nikos Spanos as part of the tribute “Greek Artists in Vienna.” The distinguished performer — a countertenor — talks about his significant performances in the classical repertoire, as well as his collaborations with many internationally renowned composers throughout his notable c...

The episode of the show "Heliotrope" with Giannis Papoutsakis is dedicated to the 106th anniversary of the Genocide of the Pontic Greeks. The program featurs poignant poetry honoring the memory of the victims, set to music by Mahler, Barber, Delerue.

Today, we journey—if only in spirit—to the heart of Istanbul.There, we meet Andreas Sarantidis, a musician whose bouzouki has become an essential part of the city’s musical soul. In our conversation, we explore the timeless beauty of Istanbul, the resilient Greek community that continues to nurtu...