38 episodes
Great Greeks Podcast Great Greeks Podcast
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5.0 • 21 Ratings
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The Greek Diaspora needed a voice … we are that voice!
Welcome to The Great Greeks Podcast, or shall we say Γειά σας και καλωσορίσατε όλοι !
You've stumbled upon a unique & original Podcast. A platform to showcase Greek people who have become successful in their respective fields and career paths, people who are on their grind and hustling to make a name for themselves. Men and Women who are Great, in our eyes, and who you too will hopefully find exemplary.
You see, there is a word ( Φιλότιμο ) Philotimo,
which is pretty much indescribable in English, but it is considered to be the highest of all virtues for us and the standards for family & social living no matter where in the world you are.
In its simplest form, the term demonstrates one's personality and the manner in which they were raised. Actions that ensure that It is the core concept of respect and walking in right paths and describes one's behavior be great.
To a Greek, it is essentially a way of life. It is this that empowers our goal to open doors for all of our guests amongst other Greeks and/or Philhellenes who wish to expose them to other markets and introduce them to potential networking opportunities as well.
Join us for some amazing insights and playful banter through this comfortable popcorn style - casual conversation show.
Hosted by: Elias Kosmidis
• Greece • Cyprus • United States • Canada • Australia • United Kingdom • South Africa • Germany • France + more
The Great Greeks network:
Email: GreatGreeksPodcast@gmail.com
Instagram: @GreatGreeksPodcast @EliasKosmidis
Theme Song by: Narration • Aris Gerontakis (Voice Actor Athens,Greece )
Music Arrangement • DJ Nikitas aka Nikkos Dinno (Musician/Djay Chicago, USA)
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Episode 37: Nikos Kotoulas (Musician)
In today's episode of The Great Greeks Podcast we chat with Musician ... Nikos Kotoulas !
Niko Kotoulas is a composer, instrumentalist, and DJ.
At the age of thirteen he started conducting and composing for his church youth choir and formed his own band.
Niko boasts almost two million streams on Spotify, over one million views on YouTube, was featured on ESPN, and his interpretation of Ludovico Einaudi’s “Nuvole Bianche” is on Double J Music’s (ABC Corp.) new album “Piano Chillout: 15 Relaxing Classical Pieces.”
He was ranked in the Top 20 Pianists of Instagram and has received positive feedback on social media from Chrissy Teagan, Ludovico Einaudi, Niykee Heaton, 3LAU, Jay Cosmic, Sem Thomasson and other DJs, musicians and celebrities.
Niko first gained recognition with one of his first YouTube piano covers of Justin Timberlake’s “Take Back The Night,” which was his first viral hit (over 200,000 views). After receiving positive online reactions, Niko continued to post music to his YouTube page, which has gained over 4,100 subscribers.
It is our pleasure to have him on The Great Greeks Podcast to chat with host Elias Kosmidis (@eliaskosmidis).
Please join us for this awesome chat with Denny "300" Prokopos !
Great Greeks Podcast
Instagram: @greatgreekspodcast
Youtube: Great Greeks Podcast YouTube
Nikos Kotoulas
Instagram: @musicbyniko
Twitter: @musicbyniko
Youtube: Nikos Kotoulas YouTube
Spotify: Nikos Kotoulas Spotify
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Episode 36: Denny Prokopos (Sportsperson / Jiu Jitsu Black Belt)
In today's episode of The Great Greeks Podcast we chat with Sportsperson / Jiu Jitsu Black Belt ... Denny Prokopos !
Denny “300” Prokopos is an American 3rd Degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt who is actually the first person to earn a black belt from Eddie Bravo under his unique style of 10th planet Jiu-Jitsu.
Denny is also one of the most talented No Gi Jiu Jitsu practitioners of his generation, having won several important tournaments such as the World No Gi Championship (2007 brown belt) and the FILA World Grappling tournament.
It is our pleasure to have him on The Great Greeks Podcast to chat with host Elias Kosmidis (@eliaskosmidis).
Please join us for this awesome chat with Denny "300" Prokopos !
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Denny Prokopos
Instagram: @dennyprokopos
Twitter @dennyprokopos
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Episode 35 with Greg Yaitanes (Producer / Director)
In today's episode of The Great Greeks Podcast we chat with Producer / Director ... Greg Yaitanes !
Greg is an Emmy-winning director and producer. Known for his work as Co-Executive Producer and Director on TV Shows such as "House of the Dragon", "The Twilight Zone" and "Castle Rock". Additionally, Greg served as Showrunner, Executive Producer, and sole director for Netflix's "Manhunt: Unabomber", Cinemax's revered series "Quarry" as well as the rave-reviewed cult favorite "Banshee."
It is our pleasure to have him on The Great Greeks Podcast to chat with host Elias Kosmidis. Please join us for this awesome chat with Greg Yaitanes!
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Episode 34: George Zouvelos (Director / Screenwriter / Actor)
In today's episode of The Great Greeks Podcast we chat with filmmaker ...
George Zouvelos !
George is a multi award winning actor, screenwriter, and director of independent television and films.
He studied Adler, Meisner, Hagan, and Chubbuck - and focused his Stanislavsky Method acting finishing his studies at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York City.
George is a member of and also served as a Judge for the Emmy's at the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. He is a member of NYWIFT New York Women in Film and Television.
During his public service career, George was awarded numerous life saving medals working for the New York City Emergency Services Citiwide.
It is our pleasure to have him on The Great Greeks Podcast to chat with host Elias Kosmidis.
Please join us for this awesome chat with George Zouvelos !
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His Instagram:
@georgezouvelos
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Episode 33: Angelina Alexon (Musician)
In today's episode of The Great Greeks Podcast we chat with Musician ...
Angelina Alexon !
Angelina Alexon is a fresh new POP singer/songwriter that is exploding on the music scene.
She possesses a 5 octave soprano vocal range and sings in 8 different languages. Her range, as well as her vocal tone and power is often compared to two of her biggest inspirations Mariah Carey & Celine Dion.
Check out her Spotify page:
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And her YouTube channel:
Youtube
It is our pleasure to have her on The Great Greeks Podcast to chat with host Elias Kosmidis.
Please join us for this awesome chat with Angelina Alexon !
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Her Instagram:
@angelina_alexon
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Episode 32: Dean Karnazes (Ultra Marathon Runner / Author)
In today's episode of The Great Greeks Podcast we chat with Ultra Marathon Runner and Author ...
Dean Karnazes !
Named by TIME magazine as one of the “100 Most Influential People in the World,” Dean Karnazes has pushed his body and mind to inconceivable limits.
His list of competitive achievements include winning the World’s Toughest Footrace, the Badwater Ultramarathon, and winning the 4 Deserts Challenge, racing in the hottest, driest, windiest and coldest places on earth.
A NY Times bestselling author, Dean is a frequent speaker and panelist at many running and sporting events worldwide.
It is our pleasure to have him on The Great Greeks Podcast to chat with host Elias Kosmidis.
Please join us for this awesome chat with Dean Karnazes !
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Her Instagram:
@ultramarathon
Customer Reviews
A+
Show is a hit. Finally something that doesn’t tap into all the cheesy Greek things and runs with authenticity. Elias and John 👍🏽
Awesome show
As a Greek New Yorker that loves all types of music I loved this show! I found a new artist to listen to, Olympia has a unique sound, had me pumping her music in my truck heading to work thanks fellas!!
Original Podcast for the Greeks!
Now this is what you call a solid, original, and fascinating podcast for Greeks both in Ελλάδα and in the diaspora! But not only that, it’s also a really solid podcast for all those who aren’t Greek and they can relate to lot of the topics brought up through each episode!
It’s a breath of fresh air to finally listen to two true Greek-speaking Greeks based out of two diaspora hotspots in Australia and NYC.
Keep up the amazing work παιδιά και στο καλό να πάει. Interested to see the future guests on the show!
Να’στε καλά παλικάρια!