Explaining Greece

In this episode we explore the history of housing in Athens, and look into how forces like Greece’s protracted economic crisis and short-term rental platforms like Airbnb have impacted the city's social geography.

In this episode of "Explaining Greece", we explore some modern Greek poetry—its ties to folk music, and the complexities of translation.

This episode of "Explaining Greece" digs into the foundations—literally—of the ancient Greek democracy.

This episode provides a comprehensive look at the Mediterranean diet’s past, present, and future, shedding light on its cultural significance and ongoing evolution.

The Greek Armed Forces stand at a crossroads, and the decisions made today will shape the country’s security for decades to come

Tune in to our latest episode of Explaining Greece to hear Dr. Alexandra Mourgou’s fascinating insights into the musical geographies of the Greek diaspora and the enduring power of music in times of change.

In this episode of Explaining Greece, we delve into the evolving security landscape with Dr. Triantafyllos Karatrantos, Senior Research Fellow at ELIAMEP and an expert in International Relations, European Security, and Emerging Threats

Episode four of “Explaining Greece” delves into the intricate history of Greek-Turkish relations, tracing their shared past through centuries of conflict, cooperation, and cultural exchange.

Episode two of “Explaining Greece” travels through two decades of media coverage, exploring how Greece’s story has been told—and what’s been left out.

Episode two of "Explaining Greece" take a look at Greece's marine areas, and why environmental organizations say they're not receiving the protection they need.

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Our new podcast features conversations with people in the know and on the ground about what’s happening in Greece and why it’s important—week by week.