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Welcome to Greek News Global for 16 April 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin; Greek police accused of violently pushing migrants across the Turkish border. The 300 million euro Greek government farm subsidy scandal deepens. The Australian government restricts imports from Greece over foot and mouth disease. And Australia to face off against Greece in the world water polo championships.

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Welcome to Greek News Global for 10 April 2026, with Tom Skolarikis. In this Bulletin: Greeks globally prepare for Easter. Lamb prices in Greece soar. The US and EU cheesed off over Feta... and Petrounias again, the lord of the rings.

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In this episode of Ouzo Talk, we sit down with the creator of the viral Instagram page Souvlakination, Alex Mylonas, direct from the UK. What started as a passion project has grown into a global search for the world’s best souvlaki... and you won't believe who has it!

Tom, Nick and Alex talk about how it all began, what makes a truly great souvlaki, and inadvertently start a war between Sydney or Melbourne!  It’s a fun, flavour-packed conversation about food, identity, and the global love of Greek culture, with all the tzatziki dripping down the sides!

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Welcome to Greek News Global for 2 April 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this Bulletin: Greece pays tribute to Marinella, an icon of Greek culture. Greek Easter to be strictly limited to religious sites, and Artemis launches to the moon.

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Welcome to Greek News Global for 26 March 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this Bulletin: Orthodox Easter set to be disrupted by tensions in the Middle East. Transport of the ‘Holy Fire’ almost certain to be curtailed. Tourism to Greece surges despite travel warnings. The new free trade agreement deems ‘Feta’ Belongs to Greece.

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Recorded live on Monday 16 March 2026 at The Brighton Sydney as part of the Greek Festival of Sydney, Ouzo Talk returns with its second in-person debate in front of a packed live audience. This time, we focus on Greek identity and whether it's defined by faith – or whether it exists beyond the Church, with the motion being; 'Is Greek identity and Orthodoxy one and the same?'

Academics Dr Vasilis Adrahtas and Dr Vicki Petrakis go head-to-head with lawyer and CEO Mr James Arkoudis and comedian Anthony Locascio in a fearless clash of ideas, history and lived experience, followed by a fascinating audience Q&A that is sure to make you think, and rethink your position... again and again. 

Expect sharp arguments, humour, and moments that challenge everything you thought you knew about Greek identity and Orthodoxy.

The audience didn’t just listen—they voted. Where do you stand?

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Welcome to Greek News Global for 19 March 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this Bulletin; Greece rejects Trumps call for naval assistance, former NATO Chief urges Europe to put politics aside, Greek American wins Oscar, and an Iconic Greek restaurant to close after 70 years.

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Welcome to Greek News Global for 26 February 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin; the Middle East war further confuses Greece and Turkey’s complex relationship. Greece opens voluntary military service for women. Varoufakis says Greek support is no more than a show. And in sport, Antetokounmpo recognised by the EU.

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In this episode of Ouzo Talk, former Greek Finance Minister, Yanis Varoufakis, shares the inside story of the Greek debt crisis, offering a candid look at the negotiations that shook Europe and reshaped Greece’s economy.

Varoufakis reflects on the decisions made during the crisis, openly acknowledging some mistakes, while explaining the political and economic pressures Greece faced at the height of the Eurozone turmoil.

The conversation then turns to today’s global tensions. Varoufakis discusses the rise of Donald Trump, the shifting role of the United States in global economics, and the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. He warns that growing geopolitical and economic rivalries could increase the risk of a wider global conflict.

A compelling discussion on Greece, austerity, global economics, and the power struggles shaping the world today.

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Welcome to Greek News Global for 26 February 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin; chaos in the Middle East following provocation from Iran. An Iranian Commander threatens missile strikes on Cyprus. Athens responds by sending military support to Cyprus. And Stefanos Tsitsipas slides further down the tennis rankings.

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