On Wednesday, 25 June 2025, from 22:00 to 23:00 (Athens time), the radio show “Our Town” takes a look back at the golden era of Greek rock. Featuring songs from iconic 1980s rock bands that left a lasting imprint on the music scene, the episode will revisit a time of energy, passion, and defiance. Themis Rodamitis will guide listeners through the music and share lesser-known stories behind the songs and their creators. Joining the program is Dimitris Daskalothanasis, member of the legendary band Mousikes Taxiarhies, who will share humorous anecdotes from the stage life of the late Tzimis Panousis. Produced ... Read more
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“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 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...
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...
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...
"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...
On Sunday, June 1st, from 12:00 to 14:00 (Athens time), “Our Town” with Themis Rodamitis presents a special tribute to Greek music. The program will feature standout songs from the Greek discography — mainly from the 1970s and 1980s — that defined an era, resonated with a broad audience of music lovers,...
The distinctive composer Giorgos Kompogiannis shares insights into his creative journey, both in songwriting and theatrical composition. He speaks about the Greek poets whose work he has set to music, and about his original scores that have accompanied more than thirty theatrical productions.
Special...
On Thursday, May 29, from 22:00 to 23:00 (Athens time), the program “Our Town” will welcome the distinguished composer Giorgos Kompogiannis.
In an intimate studio conversation with Themis Rodamitis, Kompogiannis will reflect on his creative journey, spanning his work as a songwriter and his compositions for...
“Our Town” presents a special tribute to Giorgos Kakoulidis - a leading poet and thinker of the 1980s generation.
This episode honors the distinguished poet and visual artist, whose untimely passing left a significant void in the cultural landscape. It highlights key moments from his literary and a...
This Sunday, “Our Town” with Themis Rodamitis welcomes one of the most iconic voices of Greek music: Aliki Kayaloglou.
In an intimate and wide-ranging conversation, the acclaimed performer reflects on the key moments of her recording career, the repertoire she chose to bring to life, and the dis...
On Saturday, May 24, from 12:00 to 13:00 Athens time (with a repeat broadcast on Sunday, May 25, from 04:00 to 05:00), the radio program "Our Town" will present a special tribute to Giorgos Kakoulidis — a leading poet and thinker of the 1980s generation.
This episode honors the distinguished poet a...
A remarkable figure in Greek music, often described as “the fairy of Greek song,” Flery Dandonaki left a lasting impression on the country’s artistic landscape.
The program follows her journey—from her early performances as an actress in the United States to her later evolution into a distinguished interpret...
“Our Town” presents the first part of a special tribute: “Greek Artists in Vienna.” This series introduces listeners to remarkable Greek artists living and working in Austria’s capital—a city where Hellenism continues to thrive and shape the local cultural scene across diverse artistic fields.
In...
On Sunday, May 18, from 12:00 to 14:00 Athens time (with a repeat on Monday, May 19, from 05:00 to 07:00), the radio program "Our Town" presents a heartfelt tribute to Flery Dandonaki.
A remarkable figure in Greek music, often described as “the fairy of Greek song,” Dandonaki left a lasting impression on ...
The poet, anthologist, and literary critic Antonis Skiathas speaks about his hometown, Patras—its most fascinating historical landmarks, the diverse communities that shape its character, its beautiful and varied architecture, its gardens and estates, and the city’s lighthouse, from where ocean liners onc...
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