As the former President of the American-Hellenic Institute, Miami lawyer Aleco Haralambides had a stake in promoting Hellenism, but says his biggest hope now for his heritage is saving its beloved language, and promoting it not just to fellow Greeks, but Philhellenes and the rest of the world. There are some 50,000 words in English [...]
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Aphrodite Kotrotsios Talks about the Hermes Expo Young Professionals Initiative
Aphrodite Kotrotsios is the Hermes Expo Internationals Young Professionals Initiative (HYPI) Executive Director. “Serving in this capacity, it is my duty to sustain and maintain the organization. My specific duties include contacting high profile professionals from the Greek-American community to mentor and network with the youth; moreover, my duties include promotions of the HYPI and [...]
An Illuminating Insight into Inventor, Entrepreneur & Philanthropist Chris P. Tomaras
Chris P. Tomaras is without a doubt a ‘Renaissance Man’. In fact, the Greek term, ‘Polymathes’, (having learned much) sums up this remarkable person very well, as he is a leader in various specialised fields and his expertise and knowledge spans a great number of years. Chris P. Tomaras, moved to the states in 1958, [...]
Greek-American Writer Jeffrey Eugenides on His Latest Novel ‘The Marriage Plot’
If you’re wondering why Jeffrey Eugenides publishes only one book each decade, here’s a clue. His latest novel, The Marriage Plot, grew out of an idea for another book, but he scrapped it and started over from scratch. He may not be prolific, but he’s earned a reputation as one of the great American novelists [...]
Constantine Maroulis Talks “Loukoumi” and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Tony nominated actor and American Idol alum Constantine Maroulis was a celebrity guest at the Loukoumi Celebrity Cookbook premiere, that took place at Barnes and Noble on Sunday, November 27, 2011 in Lexington Avenue and 86th Street. He opens up to Markos Papadatos about being a part of Nick Katsoris’ newest children’s book, which benefits [...]
Innovative Young Greek-American Creates Cartoules Press
When you can’t find what you’re looking for, make your own. Right? San Francisco Bay-area native Julie Karatzis has done just that. Back in 2009 when she and her Athenian-born husband Spiros were planning their wedding – which took place in Greece – she sought letterpress invitations, written in both Greek and English. She couldn’t [...]
Cathy Nakos Talks Greek Heritage and Country Music Management
Ms. Cathy Nakos runs her own management company, CN Productions, in Nashville, Tennessee and serves as the artist manager of two country artists who are at the top of their game, Andy Griggs, and Buddy Jewell. Regarding her Greek heritage, Ms. Cathy Nakos remarks, “I am extremely proud of it. My grandparents were from the [...]
Interview with Nick Katsoris: Loukoumi’s Celebrity Cookbook
Nick Katsoris, author of the Loukoumi children’s book series, took some time from his schedule to talk about his latest book in the series entitled Loukoumi’s Celebrity Cookbook, which features the favorite childhood recipes of over fifty celebrities. According to Nick Katsoris, he remarks, “The idea to do a children’s cookbook came about at the [...]
Two Young Entrepreneurs Put Smiles on Children’s Faces with “Okay To Play”
“Okay To Play” is a non-profit organization that supports orphans and foster children’s emotional and physical well-being through play. Like any other charitable work, the people involved do an incredible job making a difference for those less fortunate than themselves. They get a lot of satisfaction from seeing radiant smiles on the faces of children they are trying to help. [...]
John Thomas Financial CEO Thomas Belesis talks about Occupy Wall Street; Points to Policy and Misinformation
Thomas Belesis was interviewed on Fox Business about the Occupy Wall Street movement. John Thomas Financial CEO pointed out that policy is what affects the markets and people should protest, but in front of The White House where decisions are been made.
So Tiri Talks About His Music Career and the 2011 GALA Concert
On Saturday, October 8, 2011, Greek rapper So Tiri performed at the Tilles Center, in Brookville, NY, as part of the 2011 GALA Concert, which was presented by the Greek Orthodox Church of the Holy Resurrection in Brookville. So Tiri opened for Fame Story alum Thanos Petrelis. Prior to his concert, he took some time [...]
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07 / 23 St. Nicholas of Manhattan in Ruins while Mosque Rises
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11 / 27 Greek American Pihakis Busted by Feds for $5.8 Million
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