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Welcome back to Greek News Global for 6 November 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin:  Greek-Americans among the winners in the US mid-term elections. The UN weighs in on Turkey’s behaviour in the Aegean. Bomb-threats ground Aegean and Sky Express flights across Europe. And Tasos Douvikas steals the show in the Champions League. Send us Fan Mail Support...

Are You Even Greek if you don't follow Kristina Liotis' work? Kristina returns for a second round on Ouzo Talk, and there's plenty to catch up on. The creator behind the popular Instagram platform Are You Even Greek? joins Tom and Nick for a drink and a chat about Greek identity, football, politics, culture and the changing face of Greek media. From South Melbourne Hellas' Aust...

Welcome back to Greek News Global for 31 October 2026, with Ouzo Talk Co-host, Tom Skolarikis. In this bulletin: Greece’s Presidential Guard makes waves during its Australian tour. Oxi Day commemorations occur throughout the Greek diaspora. Maritime disputes in the Aegean again take centre stage. And the future of Greek football looks to be in safe hands. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Email us...

Welcome back to Greek News Global for 9 October 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin: Greek PM calls the diaspora in closer. The US in no hurry to find a new Amdbassador. Greece invites you to come up with a name for the Greek space project. And, a huge match fixing scandal in Greek basketball Send us Fan Mail Support the show Email us at ouzotalk@outlook...

From its place in Homer’s Odyssey and its rich ancient history, to its role as Greece’s umbilical cord to the West during the Ottoman occupation, Corfu has long held a unique place in the Greek story. On this episode of Ouzo Talk, Tom and Nick  are joined by special guest,J ames Arkoudis – a proud Corfiot, lawyer and CEO – to explore the island that was famously never occupied by the Turks, that p...

Welcome back to Greek News Global for 16 October 2026, with Ouzo Talk Co-host, Tom Skolarikis. In this bulletin: Kimberly Guilfoyle Resigns as US Ambassador. Groundhog day with the Parthenon Marbles. Greece launches a home built naval drone. And South Melbourne crowned Australia Cup Champions. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Email us at ouzotalk@outlook.com Subscribe to our Youtube: https://www....

Welcome back to Greek News Global for 9 October 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Greece for strategic dialogue. Greece to triple its production of military drones. Pauline Hanson’s One Nation to field four Greek Australian candidates. And the mother of 18 children dies in Western Greece. Send us Fan Mail Support t...

Is it harder than ever to own a home in Australia? Can the RBA do anything otehr than raise interest rates? Auctioneer and real estate expert Tom Panos certainly thinks so. In a wide-ranging Ouzo Talk discussion, Tom unpacks the true cost of home ownership in Australia, the eye-watering cost of getting into the market in the first place, where the RBA goes from here and what the Government’s recen...

Welcome back to Greek News Global for 2 October 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin: UAE investment in Greece tops €4 billion. Cyprus and Israel close in on a gas agreement. A Historic Greek Orthodox church in Constantinople reopens. And Greece stuns Germany in Nations League upset. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Email us at ouzotalk@outlook.com Subsc...

Welcome back to Greek News Global for 25 September 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin; In this bulletin: Prime Minister Mitsotakis visits the United States to address the UN General assembly. Greece considers a ban on burqas in public. Talks break down over the Parthenon Marbles. And the Wiggles to start teaching Greek. Send us Fan Mail Support the show...

“No, I’m not drunk… I haven’t been drinking with these boys. This is just how I talk now!” Greek comedian Katerina Vrana joins Ouzo Talk for a hilarious and deeply candid conversation about the life-changing illness that nearly killed her, and the unlikely place where it all happened: Malacca, Malaysia. From the aftermath of her illness and adapting to life with a disability, to comedy, Greece, id...

Welcome back to Greek News Global for 18 September 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin; Police charge two doctors over the death of singer, Mazonakis. Greek MEP loses parliamentary immunity. AHEPA meeting descends into chaos. And Greek language studies returns to Monash University. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Email us at ouzotalk@outlook.com Subscr...

Welcome back to Greek News Global for 4 September 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin; legendary Greek singer Mazonakis dead at 54. Money laundering ring busted by authorities. Counterfeit money discovered in Crete. And the first Greek set to go into space. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Email us at ouzotalk@outlook.com Subscribe to our Youtube: https...

The Greek Summer has now come and gone, and unsurprisingly, the boys have plenty of stories to tell! Tom and Nick were both in Greece this Summer – albeit at different times – with Nick joined by travelling buddies Theo Matsis and Christian Pereira. Now, both Theo and Christian join the team to share their thoughts on what travelling through Greece in 2026 means. From islands and food to late nigh...

Welcome back to Greek News Global for 4 September 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin; Prometheus set to rise at Space X. A rift between the current and former Greek Prime Minister. Tsipras unveils his economic plan for the future. And Stefanos Tsitsipas admits he knew about Nick Kyrgios' drug problem.   Send us Fan Mail Support the show Email us at...

Welcome back to Greek News Global for 28 August 2026, with Tom Skolarikis. In this bulletin; A 21-year-old Greek Australian dies in a motorcycle crash on Kalymnos. Tensions between Greece and Turkey escalate. Greece moves closer to celebrating citizens abroad. And the Greek Australian joining a top flight Greek basketball club. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Email us at ouzotalk@outlook.com Sub...

Can Vegemite and Tsipouro mix? As easily as colours in a colour-pallet it turns out! During her recent tour of Australia, conceptual artist Caroline Rovithi joined the boys live in The Distillery for a deeper dive into her fascinating work, creative process and unique artistic vision. From challenging perceptions and exploring identity to the stories, experiences and ideas that shape her art, Caro...

Welcome back to Greek News Global for 121 August 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin; Turkey cuts off Kastellorizo with newly announced maritime parks. Greece boils through heatwave. Pop queen Madonna celebrates her 68th birthday on Corfu. And an Australian football club, punished for its’ fans anti Greek banners. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Email...

Welcome back to Greek News Global for 14 August 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin; wildfires continue to wreak havoc in Greece. Prime Minister Mitsotakis falls off his bike. 30 years since the murder of Solomos Solomou... and Greek long-jumper takes gold in Birmingham. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Email us at ouzotalk@outlook.com Subscribe to our...

Welcome back to Greek News Global for 7 August 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin; Australian firefighting helicopters involved in deadly crash outside Athens. Wildfires continue across the wider Attica region. Voting made easier for Greeks abroad... and a Greek football star is now bound for the Bundeslig. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Email us at...

Welcome back to Greek News Global for 31 July 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin; Nolan’s Odyssey breaks box office records as opinions remain divided. The Greek government to launch an overseas voter portal. Greek Australians urged to declare their Greek ancestry in upcoming census. And the Greek Water Polo team takes Gold in Sydney. Send us Fan Mail S...

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey brings Homer's immortal epic to the big screen in one of the most ambitious films of the decade. In this special Ouzo Talk review and discussion, we're joined by renowned Cambridge classicist and historian Professor Paul Cartledge to explore how faithfully Nolan adapts the ancient masterpiece, the history and mythology behind Odysseus' legendary...

From the courtroom to The Hague, Greek-Australian, Her Honour Chrissa Loukas-Karlsson has built a remarkable legal career spanning more than four decades across Australia and the international stage. Joining Tom and Nick in The Distillery, the retired Supreme Court Judge reflects on a journey that began with the Aboriginal Legal Service and Legal Aid before leading to some of the highest offices i...

Welcome to Greek News Global for 18 June 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin; Turkey delays consideration of Blue Homeland, Prime Minister Mitsotakis flags cheaper fuel. Italy supports the return of the Parthenon Marbles, and a deadly fish wreaks havoc in Dodecanese. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Email us at ouzotalk@outlook.com Subscribe to our Yout...

Entrepreneur, comedian, content creator, Guinness World Record holder and self-confessed history enthusiast George Moulos joins Tom and Nick in The Distillery for a conversation that goes far beyond what you see on social media. From his Greek heritage and personal journey to the passions and experiences that have shaped him, George opens up about the people, ideas and moments behind his success....