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March 03 Episode 100 – A century of conversations!
One hundred episodes, countless stories... and more than a few glasses of ouzo along the way! Ouzo Talk raises the bat in this landmark 100th episode, as co-hosts Tom Skolarikis and Nick Athanassiou pause to reflect on the journey that brought the podcast to this extraordinary milestone, with special co-hosts Stavros Kazilieris and Foti Papoulis also joining in the celebration. Together, the team revisits how Ouzo Talk began – from its earliest recordings and bold ambitions to the defining moments that helped shape the show. They share behind-the-scenes memories, reflect on the episodes that sparked the strongest reactions, and unpack the lessons learned from building a platform dedicated to meaningful conversation within the Greek world. As the glasses are raised and stories exchanged, the message is clear – this milestone is a celebration, but it’s also a beginning.
Here’s to 100 episodes of Ouzo Talk – and many more conversations still to come!
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1 hr 41 min
February 26 Greek News Global – 26 February 2026
Welcome to Greek News Global for 26 February 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin; Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis locks in his visit to Australia. Turkey lashes out at Greece for its deal with American energy giant Chevron. A $1 million reward for information about the murder of a Greek singer in Melbourne. And Ange Postecoglou says his failure at Nottingham was all his own fault.
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15 min
February 19 Greek News Global – 19 February 2026
Welcome to Greek News Global for 19 February 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin; Germany points to Greece as a leader in European productivity, Greek troops to hit the ground in Gaza, four Greek beaches make the top 20 in the world, and Novak Djokovic says he "feels Greek" after relocating to Athens.
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14 min
February 18 Nick Pappas AM – The Cazzie who took on Murdoch... and won!
The boys sit down with Nicholas Pappas AM – a proud Cazzie, and the man who helped lead the fight to reinstate the South Sydney Rabbitohs after they were controversially expelled from the National Rugby League. Taking on Rupert Murdoch, News Limited, and the NRL establishment, Nick was at the centre of one of the biggest legal and sporting battles in Australian history for which many thought (wrongly) there was no hope.
From his incredible Castellorizian roots and history, to the courtroom showdown that reshaped his life, the game of Rugby League, and the Rabbitohs, Nick reflects on leadership, loyalty, resilience and what it takes to stand firm when the stakes couldn’t be higher. A story of conviction, community and a Cazzie who refused to back down.
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1 hr 37 min
February 12 Greek News Global – 12 February 2026
Welcome to Greek News Global for 12 February 2026, with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In this bulletin; Prime Minister Mitsotakis calls on Turkey to remove threats, the island of Aegina declares a state of emergency, rents in Greece to be legally forced above the table, and nominations open for Greek Woman of the Year.
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16 min
February 05 Greek News Global – 5 February 2026
Welcome to Greek News Global on the Ouzo Talk Podcast channel with legendary Greek-Australian journalist, John Mangos. In our first bulletin; the final survivor of the PAOK supporter road crash returns to Greece. Greece’s curious connections to Jeffrey Epstein. Elon Musk criticises Christopher Nolan’s forthcoming film, The Odyssey. The Greek-American boy who took 36 years to return his book to the library, and much more from across the Greek world.
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15 min
February 03 Ioannis Topalidis – The coach whisperer behind Greece's Euro 2004 victory
Ouzo Talk returns for Season 5 with a huge premiere episode featuring Assistant Coach of Greece’s legendary Euro 2004 triumph, Ioannis Topalidis. In this exclusive conversation, Topalidis takes us inside one of football’s greatest underdog stories, sharing behind-the-scenes insights into Otto Rehhagel’s methods, the team’s unbreakable mentality, and the moments that defined Greece’s historic run to European glory. From tactical discipline to belief against the odds, this episode revisits a defining chapter in Greek sporting history and sets the tone for a powerful new season of Ouzo Talk.
Don't forget to listen to our conversation with players Zagorakis, Charisteas and Karagounis!
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1 hr 39 min
December 22, 2025 Season #4 Finale – Greek Beer and banter with the boofheads!
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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2 hr 51 min
December 03, 2025 Aiva Anagnostiadis – Formula 1 females at full throttle
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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1 hr 8 min
November 26, 2025 Elouise Eftos: Fembots, comedy and feminism with Australia’s first attractive comedian
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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1 hr 37 min

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A podcast for Greeks of the diaspora. Join Sydney-based Greek-Australians Tom and Nick as they bring the Ouzo-fuelled conversations of ‘kaffeneia’ the Greek world over, right to your ears. From…