The Farah Shammas Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful conversation, John Kiriakou, former CIA officer and whistleblower, shares his personal journey, the price of speaking the truth, government secrecy, freedom, and the lessons he learned after exposing the CIA’s torture program. A thought-provoking episode that challenges the way we think about courage, justice, and accountability.   Enjoy the full episode on our Yo...

Send us Fan Mail In a new episode of The Farah Shammas Podcast, we are happy to welcome Davina Bessat Daoud entrepreneur, co-founder of Bio-Energy, and candidate in the Election of Representatives of French Citizens Living Abroad. Davina shares her journey living between France, Lebanon, and Cyprus, and how these multicultural experiences shaped her identity, leadership style, and vision for repre...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Farah Shammas Podcast, we welcome Edmond Hawila for an open conversation about activism, politics, sustainability, and the future of Limassol. We explore Edmond’s journey from business and IT leadership into public service, and what inspired him to run for Parliament with άλμα Party. From affordable housing and traffic challenges in Limassol to environmental...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Anastasia Yianni, CEO and Partner of Cyprus Sotheby’s International Realty, to explore the evolving real estate landscape in Cyprus. With over 24 years of experience in residential, commercial, and large-scale investment projects, Anastasia shares expert insights on why Cyprus continues to attract international investors, high-net-worth individual...

Send us Fan Mail In the 7th Episode of The Farah Shammas Podcast, we are happy to welcome Penelope Vasquez Hadjilyra. We dive into her journey from entrepreneurship to public service, discussing leadership, the housing challenges in Limassol, post-fire preparedness, and her vision for a more balanced and sustainable future for Cyprus. Penelope also shares her perspective as a woman in business and...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode, writer, actress, and film producer Marianna Rosset shares her creative journey and the vision behind her newest theatre production, CHOICES. She speaks about the emotional power of live theatre, the creative process, and the dedication required to bring meaningful stories to the stage. The episode concludes with a special focus on CHOICES, premiering at...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we had the honour of welcoming Tatiana Metaxa, High Jewellery Advisor and Gemmology Lecturer. With over 15 years of experience in the diamond industry in Cyprus, Tatiana has dedicated her career to studying the world of diamonds and fine jewellery, building trusted relationships and expert knowledge along the way. In this conversation, she shares valuable insights...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we welcome Antigoni Buxton, a Cypriot–English singer and songwriter who is set to represent Cyprus in the Eurovision Song Contest 2026. Known for her vibrant style and genre-blending sound, Antigoni brings a fresh and bold energy to the music scene. Let’s get to know her better, learn more about her story, her first steps, and her dreams for the future. Enjoy,  an...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Morgane Horn, a sex and intimacy coach dedicated to helping women and men move from dread and disconnection to pleasure, confidence, and deeper intimacy. Together, we dive into the way sex is viewed in today’s world, unpacking taboos, breaking down misconceptions, and exploring how embracing pleasure can transform not only relationships but also s...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Stephanos Evangelides , a Cypriot lawyer and dedicated advocate for LGBTQI+ rights. Stephanos has been actively involved in Cyprus’ LGBTQI+ movement, first through the NGO Generation for Change CY , which supports LGBTQI+ migrants, and today as the Secretary of the Board at Accept . We talk about the LGBTQ+ community in Cyprus : what has...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the very first episode of The Farah Shammas Podcast ! And what a way to begin, with the one and only Sophia Hadjipanteli : international supermodel, activist, and proud Cypriot. Sophia is sweet, strong, clever, and truly unique, a woman who has redefined beauty standards and inspired people all around the world. In this debut episode, we talk about:   -Her very first st...