Best Marilena Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 105: Silia Kapsis on representing Cyprus at the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest 22:42

17d ago22:42

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Culturescope host, Paul Lambis, chats to Silia Kapsis, a singer of Cypriot and Greek descent, born and raised in Sydney, Australia, who has already made waves across the entertainment industry. When it comes to Eurovision inspiration, Silia looks up to another legend from Cyprus: Eleni Foureira. Kapsis regards her Eurovision participation as a pivo…

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Photography Down The Line with Kavi Pujara (recorded 26 March 2024) 1:06:12

1M ago1:06:12

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Ben Harman, Director of Stills: Centre for Photography in Edinburgh, speaks to Kavi Pujara. Kavi Pujara is a self-taught photographer making personal, long-term documentary photo projects in his home town of Leicester. His work is included in this years Hayward Gallery touring group exhibition: After the End of History: British Working Class Photog…

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Photography Down The Line with Craig Atkinson from Café Royal Books (recorded 8 December 2023) 37:59

5M ago37:59

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Ben Harman, Director of Stills: Centre for Photography in Edinburgh, speaks to Craig Atkinson from Café Royal Books. This episode was recorded to coincide with the exhibition CAFÉ ROYAL BOOKS at Stills which ran from 10 November 2023 to 10 February 2024. Craig Atkinson is an artist and lecturer at the University of Central Lancashire. In 2005 he fo…

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Photography Down The Line with Alicia Bruce (recorded 19 September 2023) 43:06

7M ago43:06

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Ben Harman, Director of Stills: Centre for Photography in Edinburgh, speaks to Alicia Bruce.Alicia Bruce is an award-winning, working-class photographer, community collaborator, educator, and activist based in Scotland. Her photography sits between documentary and staged imagery focusing on communities, environments, and human rights. Alicia Bruce …

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Photography Down The Line with Markéta Luskačová (recorded 12 August 2023) 1:01:33

8M ago1:01:33

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Ben Harman, Director of Stills: Centre for Photography in Edinburgh, speaks to Markéta Luskačová. This special episode of Photography Down The Line is a recording of a conversation between Ben Harman and the photographer Markéta Luskačová at a public event held at Stills, Edinburgh on 12th August 2023. The event marked the launch of Luskačová's sol…

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Photography Down The Line with Kelly O'Brien (recorded: 30 August 2023) 50:43

8M ago50:43

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Ben Harman, Director of Stills: Centre for Photography in Edinburgh, speaks to Kelly O'Brien. Kelly O'Brien is a creative worker, documentary photographic artist, educator and PhD researcher. Within her working practice, Kelly explores visual transformation and storytelling in connection to personal and political narratives through making and theor…

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Episode 104: Marilena Shyama Shakti on combining ancient practices and modern science 12:22

12M ago12:22

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Culturescope host, Paul Lambis, chats to meditation and yoga teacher, Marilena Shyama Shakti, who uses her spiritual skills to direct her energies to gain higher levels of achievement. Since 1995, when she first began practicing yoga, and after thousands of hours of training in the fields of yoga, tantra, meditation, mindfulness, Vedic Art, Shaktis…

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Photography Down The Line with Marilena Vlachopoulou (recorded: 15 May 2023) 37:31

12M ago37:31

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Ben Harman, Director of Stills: Centre for Photography in Edinburgh, speaks to Marilena Vlachopoulou. Marilena Vlachopoulou is a documentary and portrait photographer from Athens based in Glasgow. Since graduating from Kelvin College in 2018, she has been documenting Glasgow’s music scene and gig landscape in a variety of analogue formats. Her work…

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Episode 103: Helena Kidd on sharing her mother's hidden story, and breaking the silence 8:00

1y ago8:00

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Ten years ago, Helena Kidd, a first-generation Australian of Greek Cypriot origin, came across her mother’s handwritten Greek diary. When it was translated, a very different woman emerged from the pages than the one who had brought her up. The hardships Maria Avraam experienced as a Greek Cypriot woman forced into a loveless, abusive marriage, immi…

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Episode 102: The American University of Beirut in Cyprus has placed Pafos on the map of higher education cities 13:31

1y ago13:31

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The signing of the agreement with the Municipality of Pafos in Cyprus to establish the American University of Beirut – Mediterraneo’s first campus outside Lebanon, took place on April 8, 2022, marking a watershed moment in the realisation of the university’s global vision. Paul Lambis meets Professor Wassim El Hajj, who discusses the founding of th…

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Episode 101: The Columbia Hotel Academy, a game-changer for the hotel industry in Cyprus 5:17

1y ago5:17

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When Swiss traditional quality and youthful enthusiasm come together in a partnership between Winsedswiss Education Group (WEG) and Columbia Hotel Academy, great things are to be expected. Culturescope host Paul Lambis meets Stelios Kizis, Managing Director of the Columbia Hotel Academy, an oasis of opportunity where students can reap the fruits of…

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Photography Down The Line with Sophie Gerrard (recorded: 19 April 2023) 45:44

1y ago45:44

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Ben Harman, Director of Stills: Centre for Photography in Edinburgh, speaks to Sophie Gerrard. Sophie Gerrard (Scottish, b.1978) is an award-winning international artist working within the field of photography. Her practice is characterised by sensitive and evocative visual exploration of the natural environment and our relationship to it. Sophie’s…

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Episode 100: Pavlos Michaelides on his first solo album 'Dances of Cyprus' 19:29

1y ago19:29

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Paul Lambis chats to Pavlos Michaelides, one of Cyprus' most gifted and charismatic violinists of his generation. Featured on Culturescope - Season 3 Air date: Friday, 28 April 2023 Produced by Silver Thespian Ltd. Watch the video interview on Culturescope: PAVLOS MICHAELIDES More about Culturescope: www.culturescope.eu More about Paul Lambis: www.…

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Episode 99: Michael Georgiou on becoming Cyprus' first professional snooker champion 5:34

1y ago5:34

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Paul Lambis chats to Michael Georgiou, an English professional snooker player of Greek Cypriot descent from Forest Hill, United Kingdom. Known as “The Pride of Cyprus,” Georgiou became the first Cypriot and only the second European from outside the United Kingdom and Ireland to claim a ranking tournament victory. Featured on Culturescope - Season 3…

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Episode 98: Daniel and Luke Mancuso's poignant story of overcoming adversity to achieve life-changing triumph 9:14

1y ago9:14

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When Daniel and Luke Mancuso lost their beloved mother Teresa to domestic violence, the Greek grandmother next door stepped in and started looking after them, passing home-cooked meals over the fence. This simple act of kindness helped Daniel and Luke navigate the fog of grief that followed and captured the hearts of Australia when they started to …

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Episode 97: Elisabeth Villiger Toufexis discusses motivation and the significance of finding inspiration within oneself 9:11

1+ y ago9:11

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Paul Lambis chats to Elisabeth Villiger Toufexis, a renowned author, life coach and neurolinguistic practitioner. Her skills include being a hypnotherapist, and she dedicates a lot of time to her work as Director of the Global Woman Club Cyprus. Featured on Culturescope - Season 3 Air date: Friday, 17 February 2023 Produced by Silver Thespian Ltd. …

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Episode 96: Serene Tharian and Gabriella Paphitis on fusing Eastern design with Western fashion 3:44

1+ y ago3:44

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The Kalikut Story Boutique in Nicosia, Cyprus, offers an exquisite collection of lifestyle products, mixing eastern design with western fashion. Each product is born with its own story that defines it and gives it a sentimental and artistic value. Featured on Culturescope - Season 3 Episode 1 Air date: Monday, 5 September 2022 Produced by Silver Th…

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Episode 94: Irene Papas, the international star who radiated Greekness (Special Tribute) 4:41

1+ y ago4:41

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Majestic, stately, dynamic; Irene Papas was the personification of Greek beauty on cinema screens and on the stage, an international star who radiated Greekness. Born Eirini Lelekou in Chiliomodi, Greece in 1929, and raised in Athens, Papas starred in more than 70 films during her storied 50-year career. Featured on Culturescope - Season 3 Air date…

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Episode 95: Betty White, the Greek American Golden Girl (Special Tribute) 3:50

1+ y ago3:50

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We pay tribute to Greek American Golden Girl Betty White, a six-time Emmy winner and a pioneer in television. With more than 100 acting credits to her name, Betty White’s storied career showcased her impeccable comic timing and irreverent tone. Featured on Culturescope - Season 2 Episode 9 Air date: Monday, 31 January 2022 Produced by Silver Thespi…

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Episode 92: Melina Mercouri, Greece's most celebrated national hero (Special Tribute) 4:33

1+ y ago4:33

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Poignant, passionate, seductive and controversial, Melina Mercouri was a political activist who sought to symbolise the soul of Greek national identity. Marking 100 years since her birth, Melina Mercouri’s international acting achievements on stage and screen, and her zestful commitment to Greek art and politics, defined her as Greece’s most celebr…

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Episode 93: Mikis Theodorakis, a life dedicated to music, arts, and Greece (Special Tribute) 4:30

1+ y ago4:30

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Mikis Theodorakis’s prolific career produced a hugely varied body of work that ranged from sombre symphonies to popular television and film scores. But the towering man with trademark worker suits, hoarse voice and wavy hair is also remembered by Greeks for his stubborn opposition to post-war regimes that persecuted him and outlawed his music. Feat…

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Episode 84: Andrew Lambrou's soulful, honeyed vocals have won him millions of fans 7:22

1+ y ago7:22

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At just 23, Australian singer-songwriter Andrew Lambrou has built a following of millions with his soulful, honeyed vocals. Backed by his loving extended Greek-Cypriot heritage, he moved from covers of pop hits, to releasing his own original songs on Tik Tok, Instagram and YouTube. Featured on Culturescope - Season 2 Episode 10 Air date: Monday, 7 …

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Episode 90: Rupal Pankhania provides a one-of-a-kind Indian wedding experience in Cyprus 3:59

1+ y ago3:59

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Indian Weddings Cyprus is the first and only specialist Indian wedding company located in Cyprus. With a first-hand experience of organising Indian weddings abroad, founder Rupal Pankhania offers a uniquely customised experience, ensuring every special detail is taken care of for her clients' big day. Featured on Culturescope - Season 3 Air date: F…

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Episode 86: Yiannis Photinos on breaking out of his acting comfort zone 6:14

1+ y ago6:14

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Ever since that pivotal moment when he watched Jim Carrey perform on the big screen, Yiannis Photinos new he wanted to be an actor. His lifelong dream became a reality when he completed his studies at the same prestigious Hollywood school that ‘entertained’ the likes of Robert De Niro and Marlon Brando. Featured on Culturescope - Season 3 Air date:…

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Episode 85: Eleni C, fusing music and altruism to raise awareness of topics close to her heart 7:19

1+ y ago7:19

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With a debut Greek single, Culturescope showrunner and presenter Paul Lambis speaks to British Cypriot singer and songwriter Eleni C about her burgeoning music career, her defining moments, and her work as a mental health advocate in the United Kingdom, fusing music and altruism to raise awareness of a topic that is especially close to her. Feature…

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Episode 91: Andreas Avgousti honours the horror film genre in Cyprus 7:09

1+ y ago7:09

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For lovers of horror movies, there isn’t much action on the island, if any at all. That is, until director and writer Andreas Avgousti made the decision to honour the genre with the first Cyprus Horror Film Festival, with the long-term goal of raising respect for the genre. In his interview with Culturescope showrunner and host, Paul Lambis, Andrea…

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Episode 89: Anna-Maria Athanasiou’s passionate love stories and characters have won the hearts of her readers worldwide 9:30

1+ y ago9:30

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Ever since that pivotal moment when she first put pen to paper, Anna-Maria Athanasiou’s passionate love stories and characters have won the hearts of her readers, catapulting her books into the top ten of Amazon’s contemporary romance best sellers list. Not bad for a woman who never thought she would finish her first novel, much less have it publis…

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Episode 88: Pavlos Kontides on making history as Cyprus’ first and only Olympic medallist to date 6:48

1+ y ago6:48

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Pavlos Kontides is a humble, dedicated, and hard-working national treasure who has established himself as one of the finest sailors in the world, while also making history in his own right as Cyprus’ first and only Olympic medallist to date. Featured on Culturescope - Season 3 Air date: Friday, 11 November 2022 Produced by Silver Thespian Ltd. Watc…

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Episode 87: Eugenio Mastrandrea, the Italian actor fronting the new Netflix miniseries ‘From Scratch' 7:17

1+ y ago7:17

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In an exclusive interview with Culturescope, showrunner and presenter Paul Lambis speaks to Eugenio Mastrandrea, the Italian actor fronting the new Netflix miniseries ‘From Scratch’ alongside Zoe Saldana, discussing his personal life, the influences on his acting, his plans, and his love of traditional Italian cuisine. Featured on Culturescope - Se…

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Episode 83: Hauser, and his mission to spread music and magic throughout the world 7:54

1+ y ago7:54

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HAUSER has been playing arena concerts all over the world and defying the conventions of the established music business. Since that key-defining moment when he decided to create a new, musical experience out of the long and established traditions of classical, pop and rock music, he has cemented himself as one of the world’s most important twenty-f…

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Episode 81: Axinia Nazari and Otgo Waller discuss body flexibility and contortion 5:32

1+ y ago5:32

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Axinia Nazari, who was born in Tehran and raised in Cyprus, regularly expresses gratitude and strives to travel more widely in order to engage with and learn from other cultures. She draws inspiration from Otgo Waller, who served as her mentor and taught her everything she knows about bodily flexibility and contortion. Renowned contortionist Otgo W…

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Episode 80: Emilia Papadopoulos on her life in the international news and media spotlight 11:06

1+ y ago11:06

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Emilia Papadopoulos is an internationally renowned Television and Radio journalist and presenter with a string of accolades under her belt. Passionate about news and the media industry, Emilia works with a variety of corporate companies and executives, providing public speaking training and coaching individuals on how to communicate confidently. Em…

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Episode 82: Hovig Demirjian on life as a singer and songwriter with his own distinct musical style 6:19

1+ y ago6:19

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Hovig Demirjian is an Armenian Cypriot singer-songwriter with a string of accolades under his belt. Having represented Cyprus at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2017, Hovig has mastered the realm of English music, setting him apart from other music artists in both Cyprus and Greece. Featured on Culturescope - Season 3 Episode 1 Air date: Monday, 5 S…

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Episode 79: Jay Stolar is helping artists craft and identify signature sounds across many genres 6:46

1+ y ago6:46

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His songs have amassed over 200 million streams and have been recorded by artists ranging from Aloe Blacc, John Legend to Selena Gomez and Greek pop sensation Evangelia. Known for his approach to artist development as a true sonic developer and world builder, Jay Stolar is helping artists craft and identify signature sounds across many genres. Feat…

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Episode 75: Constantinos Constantinides on promoting rugby as a sport in Cyprus 9:38

1+ y ago9:38

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The Cyprus Rugby Federation works constantly to develop and promote rugby in Cyprus. Its aim is to get the sport played in every school, town, and community across the island. Featured on Culturescope - Season 2 Episode 10 Air date: Monday, 7 March 2022 Produced by Silver Thespian Ltd. Watch the video interview on Culturescope: CYPRUS RUGBY FEDERAT…

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Episode 76: John Turvey recalls his time as an English teacher in Cyprus during the colonial era 8:51

1+ y ago8:51

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Paul Lambis chats to John Turvey, and English teacher who arrived in Cyprus in the late 1950s, when the island was still under the dominion of the British Empire, ready to instil knowledge and values in others while also encouraging students to share his passion for learning. Featured on Culturescope - Season 2 Episode 10 Air date: Monday, 7 March …

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Episode 77: Andreas Chrysanthou, and his career as a model and aspiring actor 3:24

1+ y ago3:24

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Andreas Chrysanthou’s modelling career began a decade ago, collaborating with renowned local and international designer labels through fashion shows, photo shoots and campaigns. When not working on his modelling, Andreas indulges in acting – from theatrical performances, commercials and music videos to television appearances and films. Featured on …

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Episode 78: Lya Hadjiadamou's touching love story with one of Cyprus' fallen heroes 15:35

1+ y ago15:35

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Evagoras Pallikarides was the author of numerous poetry collections associated with the struggle for freedom. However, this celebrated figure also had a way of bringing romantic verses to life through countless letters, written to his high school sweetheart, Lya Hadjiadamou. For Lya, Evagoras’ memory lives on, and their relationship plays out like …

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Episode 74: Kodros Pilakoutas, a pioneering force in Cyprus' automotive industry 7:17

1+ y ago7:17

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The Pilakoutas Group is a pioneering force in the automotive and industrial sectors in Cyprus. In an exclusive interview with Culturescope, Kodros Pilakoutas reveals how the group is at the edge of evolution, constantly raising its standards to ensure quality, consistency, and professionalism across the board. Featured on Culturescope - Season 2 Ep…

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Episode 71: His Excellency, Mr. Joseph Borghese on building bilateral relations between Cyprus and the Kingdom of Tonga 6:14

1+ y ago6:14

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His Excellency, Mr. Joseph Borghese is the Honorary Consul of the Kingdom of Tonga in Cyprus. A well-known and well-liked figure in the public and private sector, Mr. Joseph Borghese is also the founder of many initiatives, including the humanitarian organisation “Hope for Children CRC Policy Center.” Featured on Culturescope - Season 2 Episode 9 A…

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Episode 73: Nedie Antoniades on portraying strong and courageous women on and off screen 6:45

1+ y ago6:45

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Nedie Antoniades is a veteran of many films, as well as television and stage credits, often portraying strong and courageous women. Her incredible talent and charisma have cemented her place among the most celebrated Cypriot actresses of her generation. Featured on Culturescope - Season 2 Episode 9 Air date: Monday, 31 January 2022 Produced by Silv…

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Episode 72: Christos Shakallis highlights the extent of his love of and devotion to dance 6:40

1+ y ago6:40

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Christos Shakallis is one of the most acclaimed dance choreographers of Cyprus. An inspirational figure, Christos has created original dances and developed new interpretations of existing dances that highlight the extent of his love of and devotion to dance. Featured on Culturescope - Season 2 Episode 9 Air date: Monday, 31 January 2022 Produced by…

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Episode 68: Aliki Chrysochou on her life as an internationally acclaimed soprano 9:04

1+ y ago9:04

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Internationally acclaimed soprano, Aliki Chrysochou, exploded onto the global music scene in 2013 after her success in the seventh season of Britain’s Got Talent. Her inspirational story, combined with her angelic voice, has captivated audiences from around the world, collaborating with internationally renowned artists and conductors, and for being…

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Episode 67: Farah Shammas, and the evolution of the St Rapahel Resort and Marina 7:06

1+ y ago7:06

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The St Raphael Resort and Marina has joined the ranks of major hotel corporations across the globe. Farah Shammas is at the helm of Limassol’s five-star resort, meeting customers’ changing demands at the same time continuing her grandfather’s legacy into a new and innovative era. Featured on Culturescope - Season 2 Episode 8 Air date: Friday, 31 De…

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Episode 70: Elisabeth Kesterlian is pioneering new conversations with business leaders and the innovation community of Cyprus 6:14

1+ y ago6:14

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As an advocate for great customer experience, Elisabeth Kesterlian is continuing her journey as a certified trainer of professional development courses, collaborating with educational institutions and organisations in Cyprus, training people to put their internal and external customers at the centre of their business strategy. Featured on Culturesc…

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Episode 69: Tasoula Hadjitofi is renowned worldwide for combatting art trafficking 17:59

1+ y ago17:59

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Tasoula Hadjitofi, “The Icon Hunter,” is renowned worldwide for her work combatting art trafficking. She claims that each of us need to contribute to the preservation of our own cultural and historical legacy; The Walk of Truth is the natural, logical extension of her life’s work. Featured on Culturescope - Season 2 Episode 8 Air date: Friday, 31 D…

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Episode 60: Pavlina Papalouka specialises in helping people unlock their true potential 8:20

1+ y ago8:20

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Paul Lambis chats to Pavlina Papalouka, founder of AwakenSpace Education - a seminars and education company specialising in helping people unlock their true potential and build successful businesses and brands around their passion. As a speaker, consultant and coach in personal development, business and personal branding, Pavlina has provided trans…

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Episode 63: Katy Katopodis, and how news and information became a critical part of her world 7:32

1+ y ago7:32

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Paul Lambis chats to Katy Katopodis, News Director at Newzroom Afrika - South Africa’s newest television news channel, and one of the most respected and accomplished names in South African journalism. Passionate about news and the media industry, Katy is a strong advocate for media freedom and responsible journalism, bringing her reputation for eno…

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Episode 63: Spiro Constantinou, and the thriving Cypriot community of New South Wales 6:22

1+ y ago6:22

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Home to the second largest Cypriot community outside Cyprus, Australia first opened its doors to Cypriot migrants in the 1850s. Paul Lambis meets Spiro Constantinou, President of the Cyprus Community of New South Wales, an active, successful and vibrant organisation in Australia that stands out for its important contribution to the social and cultu…

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Episode 61: Takis Fellas on establishing the UK's first all-Greek television channel 5:52

1+ y ago5:52

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Paul Lambis chats to Takis Fellas, Managing Director and CEO of Hellenic TV, a UK-based Greek language television channel broadcasting from London. Established in the early 1990s to serve the city's thriving Greek community, today the digital platform boasts 2 million viewers worldwide collaborating with channels in both Cyprus and Greece. Featured…

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