New Greek Consul General Yiannis Mallikourtis joins Tom and Nick to kick-off season two of Ouzo Talk! Whether you're looking to get your Greek Citizenship, a passport, sort out your property in Greece, or learn the real requirements for Greek Military Service, this is a must-listen! The new Consul General also speaks passionately about the importance of maintaining the Greek language in the diaspora. Send us a text Support the show Email us at [email protected] Subscribe to our Youtube: https...
Jan 11, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Season 2Ep. 1
It's the end of season one, and to celebrate, for the very first time Tom and Nick are in front of a live audience at Sydney's St George Church Rose Bay, for a very special barbecue! Join the boys as they re-cap the first season of Ouzo Talk, including their individual highlights, favourite interviews and much, much more. There's plenty of meat to try too, with the boys served everything from lamb on the spit, to haloumi and octopus and more, all prepared by friends. There are new and returning ...
Dec 21, 2022•1 hr 57 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Award winning author, poet, and storyteller, Dr Kate Forsyth drops into The Distillery to talk about her latest novel; The Crimson Thread. Set in Crete during WWII, The Crimson Thread is a reimagining of the ancient Greek 'Minotaur in the Labyrinth’ myth. The story sees a young woman fighting with the Cretan resistance against the brutal Nazi occupation, before finding herself caught between her traitor of a brother and the man she loves - an undercover agent working for the Allies. While Kate m...
Dec 07, 2022•1 hr 42 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Legendary football (soccer) commentator Andy Paschalidis drops into The Distillery to talk all things world football as well as his amazing charity: HeartBeat of Football. From his early days as a journalist to hosting World Cups on SBS and calling some of the biggest events in the sport, Andy is an icon of ‘the beautiful game’ in Australia and overseas, most recently calling games for the Indian Super League. Andy recalls Greece’s Euro 2004 win, the state of Greek football in general, as well a...
Nov 23, 2022•1 hr 59 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Greeks are well and truly everywhere, and few people know this better than writer, documentary filmmaker and Greek raconteur, Billy Cotsis. Billy joins Tom and Nick in The Distillery to discuss his latest film; ‘Magna Graecia: the Greko of Calabria’, developed in collaboration with Basil Genimahaliotis, which focuses on the Greko communities of Calabria in the southernmost part of the Italian peninsula. This unique community have maintained millennia-old links to their ancient and medieval Helle...
Nov 09, 2022•1 hr 49 min•Season 1Ep. 25
You may know Mark Bouris as the founder and chairman of Wizard Home Loans and Yellow Brick Road. You might equally know him as the host of The Apprentice , or the host of podcasts such as The Mentor, and Straight Talk . One thing’s for sure though - you don’t know Mark Bouris like this. Mark joins Tom and Nick in The Distillery to talk about his Greek heritage, his incredible professional journey, his numerous business interests and everything in between. When Mark talks, it definitely pays to l...
Oct 26, 2022•1 hr 52 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Tom and Nick are on their best behaviour as Australian Navy Captain (and avid Ouzo talk listener) Commodore John Stavridis, boards the Distillery to talk about his personal journey, as well as the strong connection between Greeks and the Navy... but not just the Australian Navy. No matter where in the world Greeks are, their connection to the ocean is always visible thanks to how numerous they are in the Naval forces of the USA, UK and of course, Greece. Hear first-hand stories of coming into co...
Oct 12, 2022•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Iconic Greek-Australian comedian, George Kapiniaris, stopped by the Distillery for a drink with Tom and Nick to talk about his career on stage and screen, as well as his Greek roots. From growing up Greek in Melbourne to appearing in the now legendary TV sit-com 'Acropolis Now' alongside Mary Coustas and Nick Giannopoulos as his alter-ego, Memo, to his roles in 'Underbelly', 'Fat Pizza' and more, George has become a much-loved Greek-Australian god of comedy and performance. George even gives Tom...
Sep 28, 2022•1 hr 32 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Nothing says Greece like a quality olive oil, and The Governor is one of the best. During his recent trip to Corfu, Tom sat down with Spyros Dafnis, the man behind The Governor, to discuss the amazing journey from being an everyday olive mill, to being one of the highest rated high phenolic, extra virgin olive oil brands globally, plus being used as part of clinical trials. An inspiring story that showcases Greek creativity, commitment to quality, and ingenuity. Tom and Nick find out what makes ...
Sep 13, 2022•1 hr 44 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Join Tom, Nick and the host of hit TV series, My Greek Odyssey , Peter Maneas as Ouzo Talk kicks off a series on the Greek Islands. And what better place to start than arguably the most popular of them all - Santorini. Widely regarding as the postcard image of Greece, the sight of the island's steep cliffs overlooking the deep blue of the caldera, dotted by shiny white houses with blue doors and windows is one of – if not – the most romantic images that Greece has to offer, prompting millions of...
Sep 07, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 20
As Greece prepares to play in their first ever Rugby League World Cup, Tom and Nick sit down with the team’s Head Coach, Steve Georgallis from the North Queensland Cowboys, South Sydney Rabbitohs player Peter Mamouzelos, and Team Manager Terry Liberopoulos to talk about the journey to the historic moment. And boy was it a bumpy one. From playing games in secret to avoid the Police, to in-fighting, politics and everything in between, Greece’s road to Rugby League’s international centrepiece is wo...
Aug 31, 2022•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Fresh from the front lines of the war in Ukraine, humanitarian nurse Helen Zahos joins Nick and Tom to talk about her first-hand experience. But Ukraine is far from being Helen’s first rodeo, having also volunteered in Iraq, in Greece during the Syrian refugee crisis, but also helping victims of the Bali bombing. Helen has put herself in the firing lines of some of the world’s most dangerous places and conflicts, and has seen things that most people simply wouldn’t want to see. She’s given Ted T...
Aug 24, 2022•1 hr 51 min•Season 1Ep. 18
“Teach me to dance!” Professor Vrasidas Karalis of Sydney University, and renowned conductor/composer, George Ellis join the boys in the Distillery for a drink and a chat about one of – if not the most – iconic modern Greek texts, “Zorba the Greek”. From the original book by Nikos Kazantzakis, to the 1964 film starring Anthony Quinn, Alana Bates and Irene Pappas, to the incredible music of Mikis Theodorakis, Zorba has become a part of Greek culture and for many non-Greeks, was their introduction...
Aug 09, 2022•2 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Stand-up comedian, Anthony Locascio, just couldn't resist having a drink with the Ouzo Talk boys. After some subtle peer-pressure, Anthony gives in and joins Tom and Nick in sharing a few beverages as the stories begin to flow. One of the rising stars of stand-up comedy in Australia, 'Entoni' - as he's lovingly referred to by his Nonno - talks about growing up as a Greek-Italian-Australian and how those cultures have influenced him and his comedy. Listen in to find out which Greek-Australian com...
Jul 27, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 16
After almost three years waiting, our man Tom finally breaks the shackles of Australia's lockdowns to fly back to Greece for the start of the European Summer... and he's back with plenty of stories to tell. From meeting ' The Greek Freak ' Giannis Antetokounmpo and his brothers, to being interviewed on Rythmos 94.9 about Ouzo Talk, as well as taking in all the sights and sounds of Summer in Greece, Tom and Nick reunite to share an Ouzo and to recount Tom's new stories. If you're planning on head...
Jul 12, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 15
Ouzo Talk goes bi-lingual* for one episode as the boys welcome bouzouki legend, teacher, composer and recording artist, Thanasis Polykandriotis to The Distillery. From working with legends such as Stelios Kazantzidis, Manos Hatzidakis, Nana Mouschouri, Mikis Theodorakis and Stratos Dionysiou to name a few, Thanasi is rightly revered as one of the greats of Greek folk, classical and popular music. With returning bouzouki experts, Peter Apostolidis and George Calopedos also on board for the ride, ...
Jun 13, 2022•2 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 14
When it comes to Greek food, chef Peter Conistis of 'Alpha and Ploos', Mary Politis from 'Mary's Kouzina' and David Tsirekas are more than just experts. They're at the forefront of maintaining, extending and re-imagining our treasured cuisine. In true Greek fashion, the trio arrive at the Ouzo Talk Distillery with hands full of food and ready to talk about why Greek food is undeniably the best cuisine on earth. From Moussaka, to Baklava, and Sofrito to souvlaki and everything between, if you're ...
Jun 01, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Ouzo Talk pauses to commemorate and remember the sacrifice of thousands of young men and women who put their lives on hold, or lost their lives in defence of their countries during WWII. For Greece, the losses were staggering – amounting to some 10% of the total male population. Alongside those Greeks, particularly in places like Crete and Lemnos, were the ANZACs – the Australia and New Zealand Army Corp. Tom and Nick are joined by Archaeologist and Historian Dr Michael Bendon, and proud Cretan ...
May 15, 2022•2 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 12
No matter where you are in the world, you’ll find Greeks, and where there’s Greeks, there’s friends enjoying a drink and talking about being Greek. Join Greek-Australians, Tom Skolarikis and Nick Athanassiou as they celebrate the things that connect us. From successful Greeks to important issues, and everything in between. Ouzo Talk is your ‘parea’. So pour yourself a drink, and join the boys as they try and solve the world’s problems, one Ouzo bottle at a time. Ouzo Talk – the podcast for the G...
May 06, 2022•38 sec
Ever wondered what it’d be like to have a stand-up comedian give you a private performance at home? Time to find out! Comedian, actor and writer, Angelo Tsarouchas, joins Tom and Nick in Sydney during his latest Australian tour, and has the boys in stitches from the get-go. Covering everything from growing up Greek in Canada and his time as a travel agent, to becoming a comedian and actor and ultimately touring the world with performers like Russell Peters, Angelo (and the boys) are in fine form...
Apr 29, 2022•2 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Martial arts like Karate, Kung Fu, and Muay Thai might dominate popular culture, but did you know that Greece’s own Martial art pre-dates them all? Attributed to Hercules and Theseus in mythology, Pankration was one of the original Olympic sports, and original Mixed Martial Art, combining wrestling and boxing with chokes, locks and kicks into a single system that ended up permeating Ancient Greek society and culture - ultimately inspiring virtually all the forms that followed. Tom and Nick are j...
Apr 11, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Join Nick and Tom as they walk you through what it takes to have a very Greek Easter. No single annual event on any Greek family’s calendar comes close to the size and spectacle of this annual religious event. From the special traditions like fasting, baking tsourekia, painting red eggs, and going to church, to the more bizarre traditions of throwing large pottery over the balcony and firing homemade rockets at a neighbouring village’s church – there’s so much to cover when it comes to a Greek E...
Apr 06, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Actor, comedian and writer Mary Coustas joins the Ouzo Talk boys for an in -depth chat about her new show at the Sydney Opera House, This is Personal . This is your chance to find out more about Mary's Greekness, her amazing career on screen and on stage, as well as her journey to motherhood. Admittedly, things seem to go well... until Effie crashes the party! From 'Wogs Out of Work' and 'Acropolis Now', to stand-up and writing books like Effie's Guide to Being Up Yourself', Mary is now "going c...
Mar 12, 2022•1 hr 59 min•Season 1Ep. 8
If you don't know George Ellis, you only think you don’t know him, because chances are you’ve heard some of his work already. From the Olympic Games opening and closing ceremonies, NRL Grand Finals and the Davis Cup, to concerts of all styles across the globe, the hands of George Ellis have guided some of the world's greatest musicians in front of hundreds of thousands of people. He's also worked with the likes of: Lou Reed, The Church, Megan Washington, Josh Pyke, Sneaky Sound System, Art vs Sc...
Feb 22, 2022•1 hr 37 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Ever dreamed of sailing the Greek islands on a super yacht? Peter Maneas has been living out that dream as host of his very own TV series, My Greek Odyssey , taking viewers the world over along for the ride with him. Fresh from filming seasons five and six of the show, Peter drops by Ouzo Talk to talk about his modern day Odyssey - how the son of Kytherian migrants rose to being a successful businessman and TV host, how the show began, as well as providing some of his very own tips on travelling...
Jan 07, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 6
If you haven’t tried a Greek wine, now’s the time. Tom and Nick sit down with avid wine collector, Nick Andriotakis, along with wine importer, Miloways’ Con Ipermachou to taste some of the best wines that Greece has on offer. From ‘Assyrtiko’, to ‘Ag Giorgitiko’ and everything in between, take a deep dive into the ancient art of wine making. The wines of France and Italy may be justifiably revered, but pour yourself one of these drops and prepare yourself for a pleasant surprise. This episode of...
Dec 11, 2021•2 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 5
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 b...
Nov 18, 2021•1 hr 53 min•Season 1Ep. 4
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. Th...
Nov 17, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 3
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. Send us a text Support the show Email us at ouzotalk...
Oct 19, 2021•1 hr 50 min•Season 1Ep. 2
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. Send us a text Support the show Email us at [email protected] Subscribe to o...
Oct 19, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 1
