Nikos Fotakis
News –
The impossible nationality
If Barnaby Joyce can’t be ‘as Aussie as they come’, then nobody can.
Life –
Using words to change the world
Writer Michalia Arathimos talks about her book, Aukati/ Boundary Line which she will launch at the Melbourne Writers Festival.
Dialogue –
Going postal over marriage equality
Nothing good is going to come out of the postal plebiscite on marriage equality. In fact we should brace for polarisation, division, and toxic rhetoric.
Life –
Greek music community in mourning after Arleta’s passing
“If Greek song was a river, then one of its banks is Arleta; all the rest are on the other bank”.
Life –
‘Being Greek means pouring your heart out in any song that you sing’
As she sets out to launch her debut single, soulful vocalist Phoebe Day describes how her background influenced her quest to connect through music.
Dialogue –
Beware of Greeks bearing ciggies
Victoria is committing to banning smoking from public places. Well, not entirely. Welcome to Oakleigh’s Eaton Mall.
Life –
‘I hope my songs can make people feel like they’re not alone’
Introducing Blondel, AKA Bianca Gatsios, a 21-year-old singer-songwriter with a powerful voice and haunting songs, who narrates dark stories.