“Our Town” welcomes Spyros Soukis, the gifted and seasoned blues and rock guitarist. A passionate performer with an unmistakable sound, Soukis speaks about the music that shaped him, the concerts he plays across Europe and in Manhattan’s renowned clubs—where, as critics often note, he brings “the Greek ...
On Monday, 28 July 2025, from 22:00 to 23:00 Athens time, the program “Our Town” will host composer and singer Pericles Kanaris.
The inspired artist will talk about his creative projects, his collaborations with notable musicians, and his specialization in the philosophy of music and its communicative nat...
Voice of Greece, ERT’s international radio service, honors Mikis Theodorakis, Greece’s most iconic composer, by celebrating the 100th anniversary of his birth (29 July 2025) with a series of special tribute broadcasts.
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On Saturday, 26 July 2025, from 17:00 to 18:00 Ath...
This Saturday, 05 July, from 12:00 to 13:00 (Athens time), “Our Town” welcomes the acclaimed young writer Foivos Oikonomidis.
With awards to his name and a distinct voice in contemporary Greek literature, Oikonomidis joins host Themis Rodamitis to speak about his relationship with Athens, the the...
Themis Rodamitis invites listeners on a radio voyage to his beloved island of Tinos.From the treasures of the island’s distant past to its vibrant and fast-evolving present—and a future marked by cautious hope—the episode explores the concerns and affections of locals and devoted admirers of Tinos.
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On Monday, 30 June 2025, at 22:00 Athens time, Themis Rodamitis presents a special edition of “Our Town”, featuring memorable songs that defined the 1990s—tracks that were loved then and still resonate today. Alongside the music, he shares short stories about the songs and the artists behind them.
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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
“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.
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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...
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