The Season 4 finale of the Ouzo Talk Podcast raises a glass to Greek beer! Tom and Nick are joined by returning guest co-hosts Stavros and Foti for a lively conversation – that quickly descends the more beer is consumed – but that moves from iconic brands like Mythos, Fix and Alpha to the growing wave of independent craft breweries reshaping Greece’s beer scene. Find out how beer has found its place in Greek culture alongside wine and spiritsand the stories behind some standout local brews. A fitting close to the season, this finale blends nostalgia, too much unqualified opinion and plenty of laughs – all in the spirit of good company and better beer. Στην υγειά μας!

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Could Greek-Australian racing driver Aiva Anagnostiadis become the first female Formula 1 driver to race in a Grand Prix? The path has been laid down with the talented 18 year old spending 2025 in the prestigious F1 Academy, but in a sport dominated by cashed-up individuals, talent doesn't always reign supreme. Aiva joins Tom and Nick to discuss her meteoric rise through the ranks and the significant challenges that she faces as she attempts to climb the ladder to a seat on the F1 grid. Coming from the same system as F1 World Champion-hopeful in McLaren's Oscar Piastri, Aiva has the goods to deliver – but she needs support to do it. If you're a lover of motorsport and F1, this is a must-listen!

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Fresh off her celebrated run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival where she received the nomination for ‘Best Newcomer 2025’, Greek-Australian stand-up comedian, Elouise Eftos, joins Ouzo Talk for a drink and deep-dive into what drives ‘Australia’s first attractive comedian’. Make no mistake, Eftos is fully aware of how abrasive her style of comedy can come across to audiences, but if you find yourself offended by it, chances are you’ve missed the point entirely! Join the trio as they talk all things Fembots, comedy and feminism!

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How do you get a Greek passport, or citizenship? What are the rules for military service? How long does it take for everything to be finalised? These are the common questions on the lips of Greeks across the diaspora, and now, new Greek Consul General in Sydney, Giorgos Skemperis, sits down for the first time with Tom and Nick for an in-depth discussion about all this and more!

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It’s Oxi Day, and Ouzo Talk again journey’s into Greece’s history with this spotlight on one of the most remarkable and complex chapters of World War II – the Greek Resistance with the help of renowned historian Spyridon Tsoutsoumpis. Although Greece fell to Axis forces in April 1941, its people refused to surrender. From remote mountain villages to occupied islands, ordinary Greeks including farmers, students, priests, women, and soldiers rose up against German, Italian, and Bulgarian occupiers. Yet behind the heroic acts lay a fractured resistance, with rival groups like ELAS and EDES, whose uneasy wartime alliance would later unravel into brutal civil conflict. Helping us unpack this story of courage, defiance, and division is leading historian Spyridon Tsoutsoumpis, whose groundbreaking work on political violence and the people’s armies of the Greek Resistance brings new light to this pivotal era in modern Greek and European history.

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The climate around the Parthenon Marbles debate has publicly continued to warm in the last two years, with both sides seemingly moving closer towards an agreement. But that may not be the full story according to long-time advocates for the return of the Marbles in David Hill and George Vardas. The pair join Ouzo Talk for our latest instalment on the Parthenon Marbles to discuss where discussions currently are between the UK Government and Greece, and the British and Acropolis Museums. Following  a recent meeting of global associations to discuss the matter, the plot thickened with the release of an ominous statement from Greek President, Konstantinos Tassoulas, who in a Greek Government first, signalled that legal action may be on the cards. Is that where the matter is heading? Join Tom and Nick as they quiz David and George on the latest to do with the most controversial ownership battle in world culture, history and archaeology. 

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Cypriot MEP and YouTuber, Fidias Panayiotou, joins Tom and Nick for an in-depth discussion on his incredible and unlikely journey. Fidias has scaled the heights of YouTube fame with his viral videos – including his committed three month journey to hug Elon Musk and other celebrities. But his marriage of online fame with politics has arguably proven to be his greatest success to date. Join the boys for a drink as they connect for a must-listen discussion on content, politics, Russia, Cyprus and the EU's place in the world.

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Pioneering veteran journalist, news presenter and anchorman, John Mangos, joins Tom and Nick for a long-awaited discussion over a glass (or two) of ouzo about his genuinely 'storied' career. With more than four decades in the media as a political journalist, foreign correspondent and anchor, John gives an inside scoop glimpse into the highlights of his career. From sharing the screen with Australian TV and comedy legend Graham Kennedy, to flying with Prime Ministers including Bob Hawke around the country, to reporting on death of Diana in 1997, John's is a story not to be missed!

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Victoria Hislop – bestselling British (and now Greek) author of the book and hit Greek TV Series The Island, joins the boys from her home in Crete to uncover the reasons why Greece means so much to her. From first arriving in Greece on holiday in the 70s, to being made a Greek Citizen by the President and Prime Minister of Greece, Victoria is more than just a Philhellene – she's a Greek at heart who has become one of the country's greatest advocates. Join Tom, Nick and Victoria for a drink in this must-listen episode! Find out more about Victoria including how to purchase her books by visiting her website! https://www.victoriahislop.com/

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Professor Paul Cartledge of Cambridge University returns to Ouzo Talk to dive into the life and legacy of Pericles – the visionary leader who guided Athens through its "Golden Age." From Democracy to empire, art to architecture, the boys learn about how Pericles helped shape a city – and a civilisation – and how that influence still resonates today! Look out for Paul's book on Pericles which is set for release in 2026!

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