Global Greek Influence- Giota Pimenidou

AI isn’t the future—it’s the present. But who’s doing it right? In this episode of Global Greek Influence- Giota Pimenidou sits down with Yanni Kalfoglou , a 30+ year AI strategist at Dell Technologies , to uncover the real truths behind AI adoption across industries—from banking and healthcare to public services and capital markets. Discover: Why most AI strategies fail before they start The #1 m...

We often explore cutting-edge clean technologies with global experts—but in this episode, host Giota Pimenidou flips the script. As a researcher herself, she dives into the global debate between hydrogen and nuclear power. Which one is truly leading the clean energy transition? From banana radiation myths and nuclear geopolitics to investment trends and energy storage breakthroughs, we unpack the...

Federal Europe: Bold Vision or Risky Leap? Is Europe on the brink of its next big transformation? In this thought-provoking episode of the Global Greek Influence podcast, Panagiota Pimenidou welcomes Yannis Karamitsios—author of Time for a European Federation and founding member of 'Alliance4Europe' —to explore a future many still find unthinkable: a fully federal European Union. From geopolitics...

While we mostly look to the future in this podcast, today we revisit the pivotal period following the Greek War of Independence to better understand the roots of the modern Greek state. Join host Panagiota Pimenidou in a deep and thought-provoking discussion with historian Marios Koutsoukos (University of Liverpool, Hellenic Open University, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens) as they...

"Not even a drop of noble and undiluted Hellenic blood flows in the veins of the Christian population of present day Greece." : Jakob Philipp Fallmerayer   While we mostly look to the future in this podcast, today we delve into the past to understand the enduring identity of the Greek people. Join host Panagiota Pimenidou as she welcomes back historian Dr. Marios Koutsoukos (University of Liverpoo...

Tired of treating symptoms? Dive into the future of medicine with Dr. Panos Chrysanthopoulos (CDO at Morphocell Technologies and co-founder and director of weCANdev Consulting Group Inc. in Canada)! Discover how iPSCs create personalized CAR-T cell therapies for chronic liver failure and explore the potential to phase out diseases like leukemia within the next 5-10 years. Join us as we explore: CR...

Join me and Mr. Konstantinos Michanetzis , an ex-naval officer who has served as a National Representative to NATO’s Industrial Advisory Group, a technology expert with a wealth of experience in defense (EDVS, European Defense Venture Studio), innovation (Seeders), and co-founder of the MIT Enterprise Forum of Greece. Mr. Michanetzis shares his passion for shaping the future of European security:...

Γίνετε μέρος μιας συναρπαστικής συζήτησης με τον  Πάυλο Παμπόρη , έναν Κύπριο οδοντοτεχνίτη και συγγραφέα, που γεφυρώνει τον κόσμο της ακρίβειας με αυτόν της δημιουργικότητας. Μέσα από τα μυθιστορήματά του,  "Τζιαι Πόψε"  και  "Άλας" , ο Παύλος εξερευνά την ταραχώδη ιστορία της Κύπρου, τη συλλογική μνήμη, τη δύναμη της Κυπριακής διαλέκτου και τη διαχρονική σημασία της αφήγησης....

Join a captivating conversation with  Pavlos Pamborides , a Cypriot dental technician and novelist who bridges the worlds of precision and creativity. This Sunday only, a special surprise awaits!   Although we usually release a single episode every two Sundays in English, tune in for a special second episode in Greek, airing tonight at 8 p.m. (EET). Don’t miss it! ✨ Through his novels,  "Τζι...

Beyond Sight: Seeing Machines  dives into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence and computer vision, where machines don't just see but truly understand the world. Join us as we explore how cutting-edge research is revolutionizing autonomous vehicles, robotics, and perception in complex environments. Dr. Christos Sakaridis , a leading expert from ETH Zurich, shares how his groundbreaking...

What if the tiniest materials in the universe could save lives, fight diseases, and reshape our future? Today, we’re uncovering the answers with Dr. Antonios Kelarakis . Join us for: The power of nanomaterials:  Discover the science behind these tiny but mighty materials and their revolutionary potential. Exciting real-world applications:  Learn how  ultra-bright carbon dots  are transforming medi...

Can we grow food sustainably without relying on harmful chemical pesticides? In this episode, we are diving into the world of  sustainable pest control  with the NextGenBioPest project ! Join us as we chat with  Angeliki Milioti , Dissemination, Exploitation, and Communication Manager from Smart Agro Hub, about: The challenges of chemical pesticides:  Understand the environmental and health issues...

"How can digital innovation transform agriculture and close the digital divide?" In this episode, we're diving into the exciting world of  digital agriculture  with the ⁠ TALLHEDA project ! Join us as we chat with  Angeliki Milioti , Dissemination, Exploitation, and Communication Manager from the Smart Agro Hub, about: Bridging the digital divide in agriculture:  Learn how TALLHEDA s...

As we wrap up the last part of our season finale at the Global Greek Influence , we have embarked on an enlightening journey through materials science, chemical and mechanical engineering, healthcare, cybersecurity, blockchain, innovation, entrepreneurship, leadership, climate change, sustainable economy, education, and AI. The discussions with distinguished guests have illuminated the profound im...

Join me for a special season-end two parts episode as we journey through four impactful years of the Global Greek Influence podcast. From unravelling the threads of science, engineering, and technology to exploring the influence of Global Greeks, we revisit, through my outlook, key moments and discuss the interplay of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability. Explore topics ranging from hi...

Stefan Ihrig, a Professor of History at the University of Haifa and the director of the Haifa Center for German and European Studies in Israel, has dedicated his career to unfolding the complex tapestry of European and Middle Eastern history. While our discussion might not (seemingly) be of direct interest to Hellenism, we explore what shaped the landscape and our understanding of the late Ottoman...

Let's explore the details of rising electricity prices, examine the grid's adaptation to renewable energy, navigate the industry's objections through the spectrum of geopolitical shifts and technological advancements, also the prism of work experience vs learning experience . Missed the episode ' The Hybrid Electrification Transition and Future Uncertainties ' that I referred t...

With Professor Dimitris Drikakis, VP for Global Partnerships and Executive Director for Research and Innovation at the University of Nicosia in Cyprus, and the Defence and Security Research Institute President, we explore the frontiers of artificial intelligence (AI) through the fields of safety, the potential environmental impacts of intensified space exploration in the upper layers of our atmosp...

In this episode, we dive deep into "Mastering the 4th Industrial Information: Navigating the AI Landscape of Today and Tomorrow" Ever wondered why AI is not a new concept? Tune in to discover the 1940s AI roots & the emergence of programmable digital computers. Curious about the evolution of AI-assisted chat? What's new in AI? How does AI impact our daily interactions? Now, there...

Join me today for a fascinating conversation with Dr. Costas Andriopoulos, Professor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Bayes Business School, City, University of London, and author of 'Purposeful Curiosity: How asking the right questions will change your life.' We explore: 1. the relationship between innovation and risk-taking, 2. fostering curiosity within an organisation, 3. the key...

With Vasileios Rizos , Research Fellow and Head of Sustainable Resources at CEPS (the Centre for European Policy Studies ) , Brussels 🇧🇪 We discuss: 1️⃣ The potential of emerging sustainable technologies and their impact on the environment. 2️⃣ Innovative approaches to transitioning to a more sustainable and circular economic model beyond recycling . 3️⃣ Green transition jobs: Are traditional resk...

Dr. Constantine Stratakis is a renowned endocrinologist and leader in the field of precision medicine, known for using genetic tools to target genetic defects causing human diseases. He holds various international professorships, including at the Mayo Clinic (US) and the European University of Cyprus. With Dr. Stratakis, I discuss precision medicine in endocrinology, focusing on genetic markers, e...

Unexpected developments have led to a change in our scheduled episode. Instead, I am thrilled to announce that I share my viewpoint on the main challenges faced in the international recognition of the Pontic Greek genocide, its profound importance to Hellenism throughout history, and the impactful consequences of denial. Stay tuned for updates on the rescheduled date of the "Journey Through G...

In this podcast episode, we explore the transformative power of blockchain, the Metaverse, and NFTs in shaping the future digital economy (e-business) and society. Professor Marinos Themistocleous (Director at the Institute for the Future, Associate Dean of the School of Business, Department of Digital Innovation, University of Nicosia in Cyprus) discusses the countless applications and implicatio...

In this episode, I sit down with Nikolaos Sarantinoudis, a Researcher at the Technical University of Crete in Greece. Nikos is part of the Industrial and Digital Innovations Research Group, a team of multi-disciplinary researchers focused on process engineering, circular economy, environmental engineering, and digital innovation. With his expertise in autonomous navigation and electric vehicle cha...