Hotel Talk with Farah Shammas

Farah Shammas
Hotel Talk with Farah Shammas

Inspirational lives, careers, stories and lessons of fascinating people from all walks of life who are brought together by hotels, one way or another.

  1. Life Lessons and the Magic of Christmas: A Conversation with Mrs. Ilona Markosyan

    3 DAYS AGO

    Life Lessons and the Magic of Christmas: A Conversation with Mrs. Ilona Markosyan

    This Christmas week, we sit down with Mrs. Ilona Markosyan, who shares her inspiring journey from Armenia to Greece and finally to Cyprus. Ilona opens up about the universal truths that unite us, love, acceptance, and support, reminding us that, no matter our background, we are all searching for the same things in life.As a licensed counselling psychologist, Ilona also shares valuable tips and insightful reflections on navigating life’s challenges, embracing change, and finding balance....

    57 min
  2. Transforming Life into Art: A Conversation with Lina Husseini

    DEC 11

    Transforming Life into Art: A Conversation with Lina Husseini

    In this episode, we sit down with Lina Maalouf Husseini, a French-Lebanese, self-taught artist.Lina's art bridges cultures, influenced by her life between Lebanon and France. Known for her contemporary approach, she transforms ordinary materials, particularly PVC, into stunning works of art, thanks to a unique collaboration with her husband, Roland Husseini. Together, they merge creativity and technical precision, producing innovative and unconventional pieces.From exhibitions in Beirut, Duba...

    21 min
  3. Behind the Pages: The Journey of Anna-Maria Athanasiou

    DEC 4

    Behind the Pages: The Journey of Anna-Maria Athanasiou

    Anna-Maria Athanasiou, a Greek Cypriot author from Leeds, began her writing journey in secret, jotting down her first stories on napkins. Her debut novel, Waiting for Summer, grew from these humble beginnings into a 900-page best-seller, eventually becoming the first book in a two-part series. Encouraged by her family, especially her supportive brother, Anna-Maria embraced her identity as a writer and published her book, which quickly earned a spot on Amazon’s contemporary romance best-seller...

    41 min
  4. Journey to a Plant-Based Life: An Interview with Holly Johnson

    NOV 27

    Journey to a Plant-Based Life: An Interview with Holly Johnson

    In this episode of our podcast, we're thrilled to introduce Holly Johnson. Holly is the inspiring editor of Vegan Food & Living magazine and the host of the Simply Vegan podcast.During our conversation, Holly will share her personal journey of going vegan seven years ago, what motivated her to make the switch, and how it has shaped her life in the UK. With a wealth of experience, she’s interviewed leading figures in the vegan movement and even spoken at events like VegFest.Holly’s mission...

    34 min
  5. True Hospitality and the Cypriot Spirit with Rebecca Pierides

    NOV 19

    True Hospitality and the Cypriot Spirit with Rebecca Pierides

    In this episode, we speak with Rebecca Pierides, a Cypriot leader in the hospitality industry and Managing Director at Churchill Hotel Management, which operates the Crowne Plaza Limassol. With years of experience Rebecca shares her passion for delivering true hospitality and the incredible stories behind it.Rebecca takes us through her life, from growing up in the family-owned hotel that sparked her love for the industry to her ongoing journey in hospitality. She discusses the joy of connect...

    33 min
  6. Taras Lozhenko’s Flavorful Journey with Octopus Microbrewery

    NOV 13

    Taras Lozhenko’s Flavorful Journey with Octopus Microbrewery

    In this episode, we sit down with Taras Lozhenko, a Ukrainian entrepreneur and one of the passionate founders of Octopus Microbrewery, a rising local favorite in Cyprus. Located in Sotira, near Ayia Napa, Octo Microbrewery is known for its unfiltered and unpasteurized beers that capture the essence of clean, aromatic flavors.Taras shares insights into their unique experiments with ingredients like salted caramel and local fruits such as pear, papoutsosyko, passionfruit pushing the bound...

    33 min
  7. Building Community with Christine Keeble Watson & CIWOT

    NOV 6

    Building Community with Christine Keeble Watson & CIWOT

    In this episode, we’re so happy to introduce Christine Keeble Watson, a founding member and Past President of Cyprus International Women of Today (CIWOT). Christine has been with CIWOT since it was established in 2009, and with her extensive experience living across various countries, she understands first hand the profound need for a welcoming community when arriving in a new place. Her passion for CIWOT reflects her belief in the power of connection, support, and personal growth.CIWOT is de...

    32 min
  8. From Armenia to Success: Lusine Mirzoyan, Director at Vestnik Kipra!

    OCT 31

    From Armenia to Success: Lusine Mirzoyan, Director at Vestnik Kipra!

    In this podcast, we’ll meet Lusine and hear her inspiring journey from Armenia to Cyprus, filled with challenges she faced along the way. With her positive outlook and sharp mind, Lusine has achieved remarkable success in Cyprus. She is the Director at Vestnik Kipra Group, a company dedicated to serving the Russian-speaking and expat communities in Cyprus through publishing, event management, and PR consulting focused on business development and communications. Lusine holds an MBA with a spec...

    27 min
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Inspirational lives, careers, stories and lessons of fascinating people from all walks of life who are brought together by hotels, one way or another.

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  • Creator
    Farah Shammas
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    134
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Hotel Talk with Farah Shammas
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