There's no more contentious issue in modern Greek history than that of the Parthenon Marbles. Stripped from the Parthenon atop Athens’ Acropolis under dubious circumstances by Lord Elgin while Greece was under occupation, the Marbles were irreversibly damaged by Elgin's team, before being shipped to the UK where they were eventually sold to The British Museum – the place where they now reside. Greeks, non-Greeks, and Philhellenes the world-over want them to be returned to Athens where they can be reunited with the rest of the works from the monument in the Acropolis Museum. 

Tom and Nick are joined by Founder and Chair of the International Committee – Australia – for the Restitution of the Parthenon Marbles Inc, Emmanuel John Comino AM, and committee member, lawyer and cultural heritage expert, Theodora Gianniotis to discuss the campaign to bring the Marbles home.

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The Greek Providore: https://thegreekprovidore.com.au/
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International Organising Committee - Australia - for the Restitution of the Parthenon Marbles Inc: https://iocarpm.wordpress.com/
YSMA: https://www.ysma.gr/en/monuments/parthenon/
Acropolis Museum: https://www.theacropolismuseum.gr/en
The British Museum: https://www.britishmuseum.org/about-us/british-museum-story/contested-objects-collection/parthenon-sculptures

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There's nothing more Greek than standing around an open flame with a drink as hunks of meat turn on a rotisserie, and sizzle over charcoal. Join Tom and Nick in their quest to put on the perfect bbq and 'souvla', with the help of bbq makers Pete and Foti, as well as Greek/Cypriot bbq connoisseur, Steve. From meat and marinades, to charcoal and equipment,  this is a must listen before your next family event. Throw in a bit of Barbayianni Ouzo as well, and things get a little rowdier than usual. 

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Pour yourself a drink and prepare to dance as Tom and Nick welcome their first guests in bouzouki repairer extraordinaire, Peter Apostolidis and bouzouki player/teacher George Calopedos, to discuss Greece's national instrument. From its history and impact, to what makes a good bouzouki,  as well as a discussion on who the greatest makers and players of all time are, this is more than just a discussion. It's a love letter to the sound of Greece. 

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Meet Tom and Nick – your new drinking buddies and guides to all things Greek. In their first encounter, the boys trade stories ranging from the connection they have to their heritage, plus meeting Greeks during their travels in some very unlikely places.

They also deep dive into the latest news on the Parthenon Marbles and UNESCO's calls for their return to Athens, plus the new defence pact between Greece and France. 

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