CULTURE

A unique radio journey through the pathways of memory, history, and human presence unfolded on "Moving Worlds" with Katerina Batzaki on Voice of Greece on Monday, 22 June 2026. Guest Giorgos Karagiannis, a mountain guide and one of the driving forces behind the Parnon Trail project, discussed the...

In a thoughtful and wide-ranging conversation with Themis Rodamitis, the acclaimed singer—whose voice has become closely associated with some of the most memorable works of the Greek repertoire—looks back on the defining moments of his artistic and personal journey. He speaks about his collaborations wit...

According to recent research, 10 million people work in the domestic care sector across Europe, 97% of them women. In a continent that is both aging and working at an increasingly demanding pace, elderly care and household support have become indispensable pillars of social cohesion. Greece ranks...

“Our Town” welcomes acclaimed composer Eleni Gaitatzi. Known for her distinctive musical settings of works by C. P. Cavafy, Kostas Karyotakis, Alexandros Papadiamantis, Yannis Ritsos, George Seferis, Pistikos, and other literary figures, she has also composed music for ancient and contemporary theater, as well as works for voice, piano, and instrumental ensembles. In conversation with Themis Rodamitis, the composer brings to life the intellectual and cultural world of Piraeus, the city where she lives and creates. She reflects on the institutions and initiatives that promote culture and with which she has been closely involved, offering a compelling example of artistic dedication ... Read more

The performance P.E. 32 – Theta by the Ex Statera collective—Katerina Anastasakou, Konstantina Anagnostou, Ioanna Meliti-Katri, Fotini Papadopoulou, and Myrto Grammenidou—is a striking work in which the body, aerial silks, hoops, and poetic language are transformed into vehicles of storytelling. On Saturday, 20 Jun...

On Thursday, 18 June, "Imprint", hosted by Fuli Zavitsanou, welcomed Argyris Archakis, Professor of Discourse Analysis and Sociolinguistics in the Department of Philology at the University of Patras and Scientific Coordinator of the innovative TRACE research project, Tracing Racism in Anti-Racist Discourse:...

Colorful balconies, honey-colored stone, alleyways that look like film sets, and a capital city built for knights. Sea, art, and stories come together in Malta, explored through a personal city break filled with vivid images, distinctive aromas, unexpected discoveries, and the narratives hidden behind...

On Wednesday, 17 June 2026, "Faraway Words" welcomed Giota Nakou, founder and director of the Greek Library of London, to discuss one of the most important cultural institutions serving the Greek and Cypriot communities in the British capital. The conversation was sparked by particularly encouraging...

Composer Areti Kokkinou and Makis Nalbantoglou, the creator and driving force behind the musical work “Ékame Krísi… me to Chrostíra tou” (“He Judged with His Brush”), were guests on “Take Your Time” with Prokopis Agelopoulos. The work, subtitled Five Sonnets by Spanish Poets for Doménikos Theoto...

Acclaimed visual artist Stefanos Rokos joins Vasia Tzanakari for a conversation about his creative journey, the music that has shaped and inspired him, and the influence of literature, cinema, and other art forms on his work. The discussion also explores his long-standing artistic dialogue with Nick...

We turn the calendar back 49 years to a Eurovision Song Contest that was very different from the one we know today. The year is 1977, and we are in London. Through a reverse countdown, we revisit the contest’s top fifteen entries, listening once again to the songs and discovering the stories behind t...

Η εικαστικός, jewellery artist κ. Σοφία Ζαράρη και η Σοκολατοποιός που ζει και εργάζεται στις Βρυξέλλες κ. Μίνα Αποστολίδη είναι τα «Πρόσωπα της Εβδομάδας».  Η κ. Σοφία Ζαράρη και η κ. Μίνα Αποστολίδη, οι δύο Ελληνίδες που έχουν καταφέρει να ξεχωρίσουν διεθνώς μέσα από την τέχνη και το πάθος τους, συνα...

We turn the calendar back 49 years to a Eurovision Song Contest that was very different from the one we know today. The setting is London in 1977. Through a reverse countdown, we listen to the first 15 songs in the competition and discover the stories behind their performers. By then, the Eurovision...

On Monday, 15 June 2026, "Our Town" welcomed acclaimed Greek lyricist and radio producer Kostas Fasoulas, whose songs have been embraced and performed by some of Greece’s most beloved artists, including Dimitris Mitropanos, Paschalis Terzis, Giorgos Dalaras, Vasilis Skoulas, Manolis Apostolakis, Manolis L...

Voice of Greece's "Moving Worlds," hosted by Katerina Batzaki, embarked on a fascinating journey through the geography, history, and collective memory of the western Saronic Gulf. The program welcomed Dr. Iordanis Papadopoulos, educator and explorer, who presented the maritime route From Pasalimani...

“Our Town” welcomes Tina Psalida—one of Greece’s leading violin soloists, as well as a conductor and singer—or an in-depth conversation with Themis Rodamitis. The acclaimed musician speaks about her participation in a wide range of chamber ensembles and string orchestras, her collaborations with the Third Programme of Hellenic Radio and the Greek National Opera, and her contribution to the development of the Mykonos Music School, where she serves as a violin teacher and choir conductor. During the broadcast, Tina Psalida performs live from Studio B of Hellenic Radio, playing the violin and singing for the listeners of Voice of Greece. ... Read more

Prompted by the adoption of the new European Pact on Migration and Asylum, Voice of Greece’s “Historical Walks” with Marilena Katsimi examines an issue that has left a lasting imprint on modern Greek history. The program explores the many forms of forced migration: expulsions, deportations, exile, and p...

On Saturday, 13 June 2026, "Our Town" welcomed distinguished musician and composer David Lynch to the Voice of Greece studio, where he spoke with Themis Rodamitis about the issues that concern him in music today, as well as his inspirations, ideas, and future plans. David Lynch reflected on his beginnings...