On the Friday, 04 July 2025 episode of “Take Your Time”, we began with a look at the day’s top headlines from major news portals and newspapers.
In the first hour, political analyst Manos Oikonomidis joined us to discuss the current political landscape.
During the second hour, we were introduced to Dr. Marianna Charountaki, Assistant Professor of International Politics at the University of Lincoln, UK. She shared her journey from Panteion University in Athens to her academic career in the UK, shaped by formative experiences across the Middle East. She spoke about her engagement with the region’s people, cultures, and international dynamics, reflected on the latest U.S. intervention in Iran, and offered her perspective on the Palestinian issue. Asked whether she considers returning permanently to Greece, she admitted that, for now, it’s not in her plans.
We also welcomed Zemilé Kampa, who spoke about the 26th Anti-Racism Festival, kicking off in Goudi and running through Sunday, 06 July. The event offers a chance for Athenians to experience the cultures of Greece’s migrant communities—through food, discussions, concerts, and encounters with diversity that can reshape how we see the world.
Finally, sports journalist Tasos Antoninis from ERA Sport delivered the latest sports news.