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
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 ...
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...
A documentary-style exploration of the history of rebetiko and our traditional folk music… Who were the main figures, and what were they called?
A documentary-style exploration of the history of rebetiko and our traditional folk music... Who were the main figures, and what were they called? Nikolaos Angelidis walks the paths of history, attempting to turn back time to exceptionally captivating moments... How did they call Markos Vamvakaris, Vasilis Tsitsanis, Giannis Papaioannou, Dimitris Gogos, Stelios Keromytis, Anestos Delyas, Stratos Pagoumtsis, Stella Haskil, Babis Bakalis... and many other heroic figures of the era? A research journey that will captivate you... alongside songs that left a lasting legacy
A child of Resistance fighters. Raised under the banner of the EAM, and later the Democratic Army (DSE). He paid the price of a father absent—years went by without knowing he was alive, somewhere in Romania...
He poured the fire of his life into song—in a way that was entirely his own.A voice Dor...
A tribute to a historic figure whose name became synonymous with freedom, sacrifice, and philhellenism: Lord Byron. On this day, we remember not only the poetic soul and tireless fighter who gave his life for Greece, but also the city that bears his name—Messolonghi, the city of heroic exodus and e...
he highly anticipated work of renowned designer Maria Diamanti is complete, sparking enormous interest in the fashion world and beyond... It is truly a sculpture in the form of a dress!
The internationally acclaimed fashion designer discusses her new creation, its symbolism, and her passion for the...
On this day in 1890, the first ship bearing Greek immigrants reached the storied island of sighs and hope—Ellis Island, just off the coast of Manhattan. A haunting radio documentary retraces the footsteps of those who journeyed to America, chasing a dream.
The ordeal of securing a passage to the "...
A story almost too surreal to believe… On the morning of April 10, 1924, a group of bandits—spurred not only by the lure of wealth but also by political fervor—staged a daring heist on the Athens–Thessaloniki express near Doxaras, in the heart of Thessaly. Just three days before a pivotal referendum that wo...
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