On Sunday, May 11, from 12:00 to 14:00 (Athens time), “Our Town” will host Nikos Zoudiaris.The distinguished and beloved composer, lyricist, and performer joins host Themis Rodamitis for an in-depth conversation about his engagement with Philosophy, Literature, Poetry, and his ongoing work in audiobooks.
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The show creates a vast radio community, inviting personalities and presenting organizations, institutions, cultural spaces, music and theater groups that draw from Greek culture and pave new paths in art, social life, and daily living. ‘A city within a city,’ which may seem fantastic or dreamlike, yet strives to express reality, sometimes with poetic tones, always with enthusiasm, and with the aim of providing the best possible radio companionship on the frequency of Voice of Greece.
On Saturday, May 10, from 12:00 to 13:00 (Athens time), with a repeat broadcast on Sunday, May 11, from 04:00 to 05:00, the radio program "Our Town" presents a special feature titled “Shades of Chios.”
This episode follows director Nikos Zappas on a compelling journey across the island of Chios, pro...
The accomplished piano soloist Katiana Georga, currently based in Paris, shares her remarkable musical journey, which began with advanced studies in Greece, France, and the United Kingdom.Katiana discusses her international career, including solo recitals, chamber music performances across the globe,...
Host Themis Rodamitis selects timeless tracks from the rich tradition of entechno Greek music, focusing on works from the 1960s and 1970s. Through carefully chosen songs and insightful commentary, he unravels the stories behind the melodies — how they were written, who inspired them, and why they c...
This episode of "Our Town" hosted Yangos Andreadis, Emeritus Professor at Panteion University, to discuss the upcoming cultural event “The Islands of Greece: An Archipelago of Love and Freedom” at the Museum of the City of Athens (Vouros-Eutaxias Foundation).
The event pays tribute to Lord Byron and...
On Monday, May 5, from 22:00 to 23:00 (Athens time), the program “Our Town” welcomes pianist Katiana Georga.
The accomplished soloist, currently based in Paris, shares her remarkable musical journey, which began with advanced studies in Greece, France, and the United Kingdom.Katiana discusses her...
This Saturday at noon, “Our Town” hosts Yangos Andreadis, Emeritus Professor at Panteion University, to discuss the upcoming cultural event “The Islands of Greece: An Archipelago of Love and Freedom” at the Museum of the City of Athens (Vouros-Eutaxias Foundation).
The event pays tribute to Lord...
“Our Town” offers a special tribute to May Day, through a rich and evocative musical journey with the Alcedo Folk Band.
With melodies as vivid and delicate as the wings of a halcyon, these gifted musicians guide us through a tapestry of sounds—from Tsitsanis to Bach, with sounds from Thrace, Ireland...
On Thursday, May 1st, from 21:00 to 23:00, the radio program “Our Town” offers a special tribute to May Day, through a rich and evocative musical journey with the Alcedo Folk Band.
With melodies as vivid and delicate as the wings of a halcyon, these gifted musicians will gui...
This episode of "Our Town" explores how the science of criminology influences and enriches the narrative arc of crime fiction.From the “little grey cells” of Hercule Poirot to the forensic laboratories of modern-day criminal investigations—the CSI units familiar from film and television—and the autopsy...
Guided by a love of music rather than by labels or genres, six remarkable musicians — all living away from the urban center — come together to perform their own songs and fresh interpretations of beloved pieces from Greece and beyond.
Broadcasting from Studio B of the Hellenic Radio, the ensemble fea...
On Monday, April 28, from 22:00 to 23:00 Athens time (with a repeat broadcast on Tuesday, April 29, from 04:00 to 05:00), the program "Our Town" delves into the world of Criminology and the Crime genre.
The episode will explore how the science of criminology influences and enriches the narrative...
“Our Town” presents a special episode titled The Art of Remembering. Inspired by the eponymous film by Anneta Papathanasiou, the episode follows a visual and emotional journey into memory, trauma, healing, and reconciliation.Joining the conversation is visual artist Artemis Alc...
On Sunday, April 27, from 12:00 to 14:00 Athens time (with a repeat broadcast on Monday, April 28, from 05:00 to 07:00), "Our Town" welcomes Petros Veronis and his friends.
Guided by a love of music rather than by labels or genres, six remarkable musicians — all living away from the urban center —...
On Saturday, April 26, from 12:00 to 13:00 Athens time (with a repeat broadcast on Sunday, April 27, from 04:00 to 05:00), the radio show “Our Town” presents a special episode titled The Art of Memory. Inspired by the eponymous film by Anneta Papathanasiou, the episode follows a visual and emotional journey into memory, trauma, healing, and reconciliation.Joining the conversation is visual artist Artemis Alcalay, who appears in the film. She will speak about her work, share her family’s story, and explore how, consciously or unconsciously, she has come to terms with unspoken histories, inherited trauma, and the memory of ... Read more
The composer, multi-instrumentalist, performer, and teacher talks to us about the deeper meaning of the concept of God, faith, and the shared love that can bring redemption to people from the suffering they encounter in the course of life. References are made to his musical works with liturgical content,...
The exceptional performer and musician delves into the unique elements of Byzantine music that enrich the global musical landscape, including its rare scales, modes, and other distinctive features. She reflects on her personal experiences and shares some of the most memorable moments from her time as...
The musician, researcher, and iconographer talks to us in detail about the icon of the Resurrection, the significance of this day for Orthodoxy, and his experiences with the band Encardia from the worship spaces where they regularly perform during these days."
Curated by Themis Rodamitis
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