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Join Melbourne natives Dean and Peter as they delve into the seldom-explored facets of history and politics through the lens of the Greek community. These long-time friends and active members of Melbourne's vibrant Greek circle bring a new perspective on Greek history and its impact on Greeks of abroad today.

2024. 03. 22.

EP07 - Greek community of Melbourne goes to the polls

Episode 7 of Romaic Ruminations delves deeper into the intricacies of Melbourne's own Greek Community, Christos Sartzetakis and investigating our links to the Greek language.

1시간 17분
2024. 03. 15.

EP06 - Athens not the birthplace of democracy, children stories to engage Greeks, DNA and Turkish ancestry

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1시간 20분
2024. 01. 14.

EP05 - 1st Orthodox priest in Aus, politics of the Greek Genocide & Discobolus

In this episode of Romaic Ruminations, hosts Dean Kalymniou and Peter Stefanidis delve into a captivating new segment that highlights a trending topic in the community. This episode's focus: the enduring significance of Greek Mythology in contemporary times. Episode Timeline: 00:00:00: Introduction to the Episode 00:04:40: A Look at Australia's First Orthodox Priest 00:10:25: The Mystery of Zapeion in Brisbane 00:14:48: Exploring Pre-Greek Gods and Recent Archaeological Discoveries 00:19:12: Main Segment - The Relevance of Greek Mythology Today 00:41:35: The Intersection of Politics and the Greek Genocide 01:10:48: A Discussion on Discobolus Join us as we navigate through the rich tapestry of Greek history, cultural issues, and questions impacting the Greek diaspora. Romaic Ruminations is your gateway to understanding the Greek experience through insightful discussions and expert analysis."

1시간 25분
2023. 12. 31.

EP04 - What was the Junta of Greece in 1967?

For this podcast episode, join Dean and Peter as they embark on an intriguing journey through history. They'll explore a peculiar cult from ancient Greece, examine Stalin's efforts to reshape the Greek language in the Soviet Union, and dive into the enduring impact of an ancient Greek cult. The episode also features Steve Gardner's campaign against Greek influence, a look at how the English utilized Greek in their correspondence with Queen Elizabeth I, an overview of the Greek Junta of 1967, and a critical analysis of the ABC's media critique of Archbishop Makarios. Don't miss this fascinating blend of history, culture, and politics!

1시간 24분
2023. 12. 24.

EP03 - WTF Commemorating Nazi paratroopers invading Crete, the sacking of Constantinople and who invented the Frappe?

"Get ready for an eccentric episode as Dean flaunts his 'Erhu' skills, the Chinese violin that will leave you in awe! But that's just the beginning of our wild ride. We dive headfirst into the mind-boggling commemoration ceremony that was set to honor the Nazi paratroopers' Crete invasion during World War II. But wait, there's more! Our lively discussion takes a thrilling turn as we unravel mysteries like: Who on earth was Aristidis the Just? Could Tony Bennett secretly be Greek? What juicy secrets do Australian stats spill about Greek spoken in the Land Down Under? Ever wondered how the enchanting port city of Parga was sold? Discover the Albanian hero who fought valiantly for Greek independence, and brace yourself for the spine-tingling tales of the Greeks aboard the Titanic over a century ago. Hold onto your hats, folks! This jam-packed session is a roller coaster of curiosity, wit, and the unexpected."

1시간 26분
2023. 12. 19.

EP02 - When did the REAL Moden Olympic games start?

Welcome to another episode of our podcast, where your hosts, Dean and Peter, dive into the intriguing history of the REAL modern Olympic Games. Today's episode, the boys ask: Why Dean knows he will HATE "My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3" Who was Kontrati Ryleev - Russian poet and philhellene? Who was the first Greek Congressman of the USA? Why did many muslims who defend Greeks during the 1821 War of Independence? What was the special connection between Martin Luther King Assassination and Archbishop Iakovos of North America? What was the REAL anniversary of the opening of the first modern Olympic games in Athens Larabi from "Get Smart" was Greek? What is the Assyrian New year and why it matters to Greeks?

1시간 21분
2023. 12. 16.

EP01 - Dean and Peter launch a podcast for lovers of quirky Hellenic history and politics

Join Melbourne natives Dean and Peter as they delve into the seldom-explored facets of history and politics through the lens of the Greek community. These long-time friends and active members of Melbourne's vibrant Greek circle bring a unique mix of light-hearted banter, sharp wit, and thoughtful discussion. In this episode, the two ask and discuss: Why is Medea riding a chariot drawn by dragons? What is the significance of the "Riding Aristotle" statue that fascinated Europeans? What is the Italian in the Greek Anthem? Why did a Pontian leave Constantinople to build a library in Venice? Why did the lighting of the opera house for the 200 year anniversary of Greek Independence offend some people? What is the significance of "Three faces, two classes, one Greece"? What was EOK and the fight to free Cyprus from colonial oppression? and what is the significance of 1821 re-enactment of taking the oath?

1시간 33분

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