On Sunday, 22 June, from 12:00 to 14:00 Athens time (with a repeat broadcast on Monday, 23 June, from 04:00 to 06:00), the radio show “Our Town” presents: “From Mikis Theodorakis to Apostolos Kaldaras.” A tribute to two iconic composers. Many beloved songs will be played throughout the broadcast, creating a melodic atmosphere. Special guests Margarita Theodorakis and Kostas Kaldaras, children of the composers, will share stories from the lives and creative journeys of their fathers. Produced and presented by Themis Rodamitis Broadcast: Sunday, 22 June 2025, 12:00–14:00 (Athens time)Repeat: Monday, 23 June 2025, 04:00–06:00 (Athens time)
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On Saturday, 21 June 2025, from 12:00 to 13:00 Athens time (with a repeat on Sunday, 22 June at 04:00), the radio show “Our Town” welcomes one of Greece’s most important visual artists, Sotiris Sorogas, for a rare radio conversation.
In this special broadcast, Sorogas reflects on his distinguished caree...
“Our Town” presents Michalis Andronikou as part of its special series dedicated to Cypriot artists.
The multi-talented musician, composer, and academic speaks about his diverse studies in composition — writing for ensembles, solo instruments, theatre, film, and song. He reflects on the teachers w...
On Sunday, 15 June 2025, "Our Town", hosted by Themis Rodamitis, presented a special episode titled "Traditional Song and the Poetry of Giannis Skarimpas"—a tribute to the lyrical world of a singular Greek poet who crafted a deeply personal and imaginative universe through his work.
Guest of the s...
On Monday, 16 June 2025, from 22:00 to 23:00 Athens time, the program "Our Town" presents Michalis Andronikou as part of its special series dedicated to Cypriot artists.
The multi-talented musician, composer, and academic will speak about his diverse studies in composition — writing for ensembles, s...
The program “Our Town” with Themis Rodamitis welcomes filmmaker Penny PanagiThemis Rodamitisotopoulou, on the occasion of her new feature film, Wishbone.
Panagiotopoulou introduces us to her distinct directorial vision, sharing insights into the journey of Wishbone—a film that was recently awarded the...
On Sunday, 15 June 2025, from 12:00 to 14:00 (Athens time), the program "Our Town", hosted by Themis Rodamitis, presents a special episode titled "Traditional Song and the Poetry of Giannis Skarimpas"—a tribute to the lyrical world of a singular Greek poet who crafted a deeply personal and imaginative u...
On Saturday, 14 June 2025, from 12:00 to 13:00 Athens time, the program "Our Town" with Themis Rodamitis welcomes filmmaker Penny Panayotopoulou, on the occasion of her new feature film, Wishbone.
Panagiotopoulou will introduce us to her distinct directorial vision, sharing insights into the journey...
On Monday, June 9, 2025, “Our Town” hosted renowned journalist Olga Bakomarou.
In a heartfelt conversation with host Themis Rodamitis, Bakomarou revisits key moments from her fascinating career in print media (“Gynaika,” “Eleftherotypia”).
Live in the studio, the guest talks about her early da...
On Sunday, June 8, 2025, “Our Town” presented a heartfelt tribute to Thanos Mikroutsikos, one of Greece’s most influential contemporary composers.
Mikroutsikos left an indelible mark on Greek culture with his wide-ranging body of work, which includes operas, chamber and symphonic music, experimental composi...
On Monday, June 9, 2025, from 22:00 to 23:00, the show “Our Town” will host renowned journalist Olga Bakomarou.
In a heartfelt conversation with host Themis Rodamitis, Bakomarou will revisit key moments from her fascinating career in print media (“Gynaika,” “Eleftherotypia”).
Live in the stud...
The radio show “Our Town” presents the acclaimed author Nasia Dionysiou, as part of the series “Cypriot Artists.”
Recipient of the Greek State Short Story/Novella Award for her book Τι Είναι Ένας Κάμπος and the Cyprus State Short Story/Novella Award for her collection Περιττή Ομορφιά, Nasia Dionysiou joins the progr...
On Sunday, June 8, from 12:00 to 14:00 (Athens time), the radio program “Our Town” presents a heartfelt tribute to Thanos Mikroutsikos, one of Greece’s most influential contemporary composers.
Mikroutsikos left an indelible mark on Greek culture with his wide-ranging body of work, which includes opera...
On Saturday, June 7th, at 12:00 Athens time, the radio show “Our Town” presents, as part of the series “Cypriot Artists,” the acclaimed author Nasia Dionysiou.
Recipient of the Greek State Short Story/Novella Award for her book Τι Είναι Ένας Κάμπος and the Cyprus State Short Story/Novella Award for ...
The radio show “Our Town”, as part of the series “Cypriot Artists”, features Vakia Stavrou, the acclaimed singer described as “an artist of unique finesse who immediately captivates the listener with the beauty of her voice.”
The internationally renowned Cypriot singer and songwriter reflects on t...
“Our Town” with Themis Rodamitis presents a special tribute to Greek music. The program features standout songs from the Greek discography — mainly from the 1970s and 1980s — that defined an era, resonated with a broad audience of music lovers, sparked dialogue, inspired artists, and were brought to...
On Monday, June 2, at 10 p.m., the program "Our Town", as part of the series "Cypriot Artists", will feature Vakia Stavrou, the acclaimed singer described as “an artist of unique finesse who immediately captivates the listener with the beauty of her voice.”
The internationally renowned Cypriot sin...
"Our Town" presents a series of broadcasts dedicated to Cypriot Artists. On this first episode of the series, Nikoleta Demetriou, research specialist at the University of Cyprus, sheds light on the violárides—traditional Cypriot musicians who played violin and lute as a duo. These were men of modest me...
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