Time In Greece

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-...

A journey into the past… to the neighborhoods of Athens that once had different names and stories.Nikolas Angelidis and the show “Time in Greece” turn back time and take us on a nostalgic exploration of the city’s forgotten corners. We thus arrive at the third day of our journey, to Katsipodi, Loimiko, L...

A journey into the past… to the neighborhoods of Athens that once had different names and stories.Nikolas Angelidis and the show “Time in Greece” turn back time and take us on a nostalgic exploration of the city’s forgotten corners. On the second part of our journey, we arrive in Sour...

A journey into the past… to the neighborhoods of Athens that once had different names and stories. Nikolas Angelidis and the show "Time in Greece" turn back time and take us on a nostalgic exploration of the city’s forgotten corners.

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...

We reopen the case that shocked the global community. It’s 1948. George Polk, a progressive American journalist and CBS correspondent, is murdered in Thessaloniki. According to the official narrative—which, in fact, needed to be constructed—he was reportedly preparing to meet Markos Vafiadis in the m...

Thomas Asteriou is a man who truly lives for music. With passion, he writes lyrics and composes songs, plays the bouzouki, and cherishes his deep admiration for Markos Vamvakaris and the authentic rebetiko tradition as it first emerged. Hailing from Larisa, he joins the show "Time in Greece" with...

The director of the documentary Disciplinary Division 999, Kostas Stamatopoulos, joins the studio of "Time in Greece" to discuss his film and the remarkable true story behind the legend.Perhaps you've heard whispers of the German anti-fascists who came to Greece and fought with all their might against...

Nikolas Spyrou brings to life — and deeply honors — the iconic hero of our childhood, Karagiozis, on the island of Kos. There, he continues the tradition of Greek Shadow Theatre, keeping its magic alive and captivating young audiences with stories full of humor, wisdom, and heart. Recently, Spyrou too...

The mother of the striking worker Tasos Tousis, mourning over her dead son. An image like the Epitaph... Yannis Ritsos conveys the grief, the spiritual grandeur, the promise of resistance... Mikis Theodorakis creates one of his greatest achievements...

The story of a man whose ultimate sacrifice became a song, a symbol, and a rallying cry for people across the world. On this day in 1981, Bobby Sands died after 66 days on hunger strike, protesting the inhumane conditions in British prisons. A member of the Irish Republican Army (IRA), Sands gave his...

The story of the legendary rebetis Dimitris Gogos, who became widely known by his nickname “Bayianteras.” How did he get this unusual name—and why did it stick? A look at the life and path of a true old-school mangas, a man of grit and style from a bygone era. We explore the music of Bayianteras along...

A historical exploration into one of humanity’s darkest chapters... Benito Mussolini, the ruthless fascist dictator of Italy, and the end of his reign that brought relief to the nation. This program delves into the details of his execution, examines the various historical accounts of his death, and i...

Nikoletta Dioli meets Rebetiko on canvas… A different kind of exhibition, steeped in emotion, opens its doors on Monday, April 28, 2025. It is a tribute in paint to today’s rebetiko musicians — men and women who, with passion and soul, keep this timeless tradition alive. “These are my Saints of Rebetiko, my noble ladies of Rebetiko,” Nikoleta Dioli says with disarming honesty. She is a guest in the studio of Voice of Greece, accompanied by Stelios Papadopoulos and Giorgos Zorbas — two seasoned musicians with long, admired journeys in rebetiko song. Together, we listen to live performances of songs that inspired the exhibition and discover how the ... Read more

A documentary-style exploration of the history of rebetiko and our traditional folk music… Who were the main figures, and what were they called?Nikolas Angelidis walks the paths of history, attempting to turn back time to exceptionally captivating moments… What was the real name of the legendary Pro...