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Ouzo Talk

Νίκος Αθανασίου, Θωμάς Σκουλαρίκης

Κοινωνία & Πολιτισμός Κωμωδία Μουσικές Συνεντεύξεις

A podcast for Greeks of the diaspora. Join Sydney-based Greek-Australians Tom and Nick as they bring the Ouzo-fuelled conversations of ‘kaffeneia’ the Greek world over, right to your ears. From music, history and culture, to science, philosophy and everything in between, Ouzo Talk is all about 'parea'. And with a bottle of Ouzo always on the table, there's no telling where the conversation might go. It's solving the world’s problems – one bottle of Ouzo at a time.

επεισόδια	95
διάρκεια	147 ώρες
συχνότητα	κάθε 2 εβδομάδες
επεισόδιο	πριν 13 ημέρες
ηλικία	σχεδόν 4 χρόνια
προσθήκη	πριν πάνω από 3 χρόνια

Pericles – The Golden Age of Athens with Professor Paul Cartledge

Professor Paul Cartledge of Cambridge University returns to Ouzo Talk to dive into the life and legacy of Pericles – the visionary leader who guided Athens through its "Golden Age." From Democracy to empire, art to architecture, the boys learn about how Pericles helped shape a city – and a civilisation – and how that influence still resonates today! Look out for Paul's book on Pericles which is...

Kosta Barbarouses – from Wellington to the World Cup

New Zealand All Whites star and new Western Sydney Wanderers recruit Kosta Barbarouses sits down with Tom and Nick to talk all things Football! From his rise to the A League and playing under Ange Postecoglou, to his eye-opening stints playing in Russia and in Greece with Panathinaikos, World Cup Qualifiers and Olympic campaigns, Kostas story is mandatory listening for all fans of the World...

Master Tempo & Thanasis Vasilakos – Bouzoukia, collabs and fusing musical styles

Direct from Greece, the incredibly talented Master Tempo and Thanasis Vasilakos stopped by Ouzo Talk during their recent successful tour of Australia! Renowned as artists, musicians, performers, and even writers and producers, the pair join Tom and Nick together with the incomparable DJ Krazy Kon to talk all things Greek music. From their own unique careers and collaborations with some of the...

Ouzo Shot #4 – Greek tourism booms as Jordan, Jenner, Antetokounmpo and IShowSpeed holiday in Greece

Greek tourism is booming, and it’s not hard to see why when global stars like Michael Jordan, Kylie Jenner, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and even YouTuber IShowSpeed choose Greece for their summer getaways! In this episode of Ouzo Shot, we review the first half of Greece's 2025 tourist season with the help of returning co-host, Nick Athanassiou – who gives his first-hand insights, having just arrived...

George Calombaris - the invention and reinvention of a chef, entrepreneur, and Greek

The Ouzo Talk Podcast sits down with acclaimed chef and entrepreneur, George Calombaris, for a candid conversation about his journey of invention and reinvention – not just as a culinary powerhouse, but as a proud Greek. From his rise to fame and the pressures of running a hospitality empire to the challenging lows of a life spent in the spotlight with TV show Masterchef, George’s personal and...

Anthony Locascio returns – Comedy, New York and the Mafia

Greek-Italian-Australian stand-up comedian, Anthony Locascio, returns to Ouzo Talk… and boy have things have changed! With shows in Canada and the US now firmly under his belt where he tested himself against some of the best, coupled with the success of his recent Enmore Theatre show, Pappou, as well as the first ever Greek Youth Comedy Gala in Sydney, Anthony is a comic that's well and truly...

Crete – The land of cheese & honey, Zeus & the Lyra

Ouzo Talk finally journeys to Crete with the help of some of our most prominent Cretan friends! From the food nous of Mary Politis (aka Mary's Kouzina), to the musical mastery of Adonis Petrandonakis of renowned band Iho Nyx, together with the deep knowledge and passion for Crete of Nick Andriotakis, this is the next best thing to being there. Learn about Crete's history, cuisine, music,...

DEBATE: Is the Greek language essential to our Greek Identity?

Can you be Greek if you don't speak the language? Are you more Greek if you can? In an Ouzo Talk first, these questions are debated by some of the brightest minds in the Greek diaspora. Academics, Dr. Patricia Koromvokis and Dr. James Adonopoulos, take on lawyers, Theodora Gianniotis and James Arkoudis in pursuit of answers to those questions, and in celebration of a millennia old ancient Greek...

Ouzo Shot #3 – Ange Postecoglou leads Tottenham to Europa League glory

In Ange we trust! Tom and Nick are joined by the voice of Australian Football, Andy Paschalidis, along with resident football tragic and comedian Anthony Locascio to talk about Ange Postecoglou leading Tottenham Hotspurs to the Europa League championship! After achieving what he promised in year two of his contract, Is his job safe? Will he now walk? Andy and Anthony give their opinion on what...

Dr. Anastasia Hronis – Addiction, anxiety and algorithms

Renowned Clinical Psychologist, author and founder of the Australian Institute or Human Wellness, Dr. Anastasia Hronis drops by Ouzo Talk for an in-depth discussion on addiction, anxiety, the online algorithms that social media feeds us, and much more! From alcohol and anxiety, to sex and scrolling, Anastasia’s research and interests take Tom and Nick on a real journey of self-reflection on our...

Ouzo Shot #2 – Did you know there were Greek Popes?

Did you know there were Greek Popes? As the Catholic Church enters Conclave to elect their next leader, Ouzo Talk's Ouzo Shots explores the oddity of there being as many as 12 Greek Popes since the beginning of the Church which split in 1054 in to the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox traditions! Listen now!Send us a textSupport the showEmail us at ouzotalk@outlook.comSubscribe to our...

Mount Athos – relics, monasticism and mystique

Ouzo Talk journeys to the historic and holy peninsula of Mount Athos for episode 80 to discover the history, relics, Saints and mystique behind this unique monastic community. From the belt of the Virgin Mary and the hand of Mary Magdalene, to stories of a far-right, anarchist Monastery in the area, this is a must-listen. With renowned academic Vasilias Adrahtas as our guide, Tom and Nick are...

Ouzo Shot #1 – The Scouse Greek Kostas Tsimikas wins the EPL

Time for a shot of Ouzo! The boys sit down with comedian and Football aficionado Anthony Locascio following Liverpool's EPL win with Thessaloniki's own, Kostas Tsimikas! Tune for this first 'short' form of Ouzo Talk. The boys discuss Tsimikas, as well as the losing coach in the match, Greek-Australian Coach of Tottenham, Ange Postecoglou and his future. Send us a textSupport the showEmail us at...

Arthur Sinodinos – Trump, tariffs, the Howard years, gun control and Ambassadorship

Once considered one of the most powerful politicians in Australia, Arthur Sinodinos' (AO) career well and truly speaks for itself. From being one of former Prime Minister John Howard's closest advisors, to taking on the role of Ambassador to the United States during both the Trump and Biden administrations, Arthur is a Greek-Australian with rare, and incredible insights into the world of...

Sooshi Mango – Greeks v Italians

The Italians have invaded Ouzo Talk! Comedy trio Sooshi Mango join Tom and Nick in The Distillery for an Ouzo-fuelled discussion that quickly goes South as the bottle begins to empty. From their family origins in Sicily, to their genuine love for Greece and Greeks and a whole lot more in between, this is a must-listen for comedy fans the world-over. Listen right until the end as well as the...

1821 – The Greek War of Independence with Peter Paroulakis

Ouzo Talk takes a deep-dive into 1821 and the Greek War of Independence. Tom and Nick are joined by author of the book The Greek War of Independence, Peter Paroulakis, to discuss this hugely significant moment in the history of not just Greece and the Greek state, but for the concept of freedom globally. After suffering 400 years of Ottoman occupation, the Greeks rose up to re-take control of...

Cypriot Smurf – comedian, Peter Kypri

Comedian and content creator, Peter Kypri, aka Cypriot Smurf returns to Ouzo Talk for another Ouzo-fuelled discussion... and this time he's brought a Cypriot guest with him! Also joining the boys as a last-minute addition from the bench is Sooshi Mango Manager, Harris Meitanis, who got way more than he bargained for when he accompanied Peter to The Distillery. A barrage of Cypriot ensues as the...

Helen Stamatakos – Pilates – the secret weapon of professional athletes

Greek-Australian Pilates expert, Helen Stamatakos, is the Pilates instructor to some of Australia’s most successful athletes. From the NRL, to the A League, Golf, Basketball and everything in between, Helen has made a name for herself by helping athletes and clubs achieve their best by using what she describes as a ‘secret weapon’ in the form of Pilates. Her Tik-Tok fame, spurred on by the meme...

Byzantine Chant – the classical music of Greece, with Dimitris Koubaroulis

Ouzo Talk returns for season four with a deep-dive into the world of Byzantine Chant. With the help of Byzantine Chant expert Dimitris Koubaroulis, Tom and Nick have all their questions answered about this unique form of music, which while most closely associated with the music and sounds of the Church, is an art-form all its own that has not only influenced modern music, but has also helped to...

Tsipouro – Season 3 Finale

Season three of Ouzo Talk comes to an end in a flurry of Tsipouro and meat, as the boys welcome back Stavros and Foti in pursuit of the world's best Tsipouro. Raki or Tsikoudia. With 20 bottles to choose from, plus piles of 'kontosouvli' to keep their stomach's lined, this is the season finale to end them all! Which Tsipouro will triumph? Tune into find out!A huge thanks to all of our listeners...