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The Southwest’s Wildest Outdoor Art: From Lightning Fields to Sun Tunnels 30:55

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A secret field that summons lightning. A massive spiral that disappears into a salt lake. A celestial observatory carved into a volcano. Meet the wild—and sometimes explosive—world of land art, where artists craft masterpieces with dynamite and bulldozers. In our Season 2 premiere, guest Dylan Thuras, cofounder of Atlas Obscura, takes us off road and into the minds of the artists who literally reshaped parts of the Southwest. These works aren’t meant to be easy to reach—or to explain—but they just might change how you see the world. Land art you’ll visit in this episode: - Double Negative and City by Michael Heizer (Garden Valley, Nevada) - Spiral Jetty by Robert Smithson (Great Salt Lake, Utah) - Sun Tunnels by Nancy Holt (Great Basin Desert, Utah) - Lightning Field by Walter De Maria (Catron County, New Mexico) - Roden Crater by James Turrell (Painted Desert, Arizona) Via Podcast is a production of AAA Mountain West Group.…

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A podcast on Greece, Cyprus and the region brought to you by The Hellenic American Leadership Council and Kathimerini. Hosted by Thanos Davelis.

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The Greek Current

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A podcast on Greece, Cyprus and the region brought to you by The Hellenic American Leadership Council and Kathimerini. Hosted by Thanos Davelis.

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#News #Government #Hellenic Leaders #Greece #Cyprus #Turkey #Hellenic American Leadership Council #Hellenic #Greek

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Merz's rough start as Chancellor and the message it sends to Europe 10:49

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Friedrich Merz officially became Chancellor of Germany this week, but only after two rounds of voting in the Bundestag - a first for a new chancellor in postwar German history. His initial failure to clinch the position raises concerns about his leadership, and has Europeans asking whether Germany under Merz can step back into its traditional European leadership role. Katja Hoyer, a historian, journalist and author of Beyond the Wall: A History of East Germany, joins Thanos Davelis as we break down whether Merz is emerging weakened out of the gate, and look into what this means for Europe. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here: A Very Rough Start for Germany's New Chancellor Merz Merz is weakened from Day 1. Europe will pay the price. Friedrich Merz becomes Germany’s chancellor—after a painful defeat France and Germany to set up joint security council US lawmakers sound alarm over Turkey’s aggressive behavior, urge Trump to confront Erdogan EU sets out possible 95-billion-euro response to US tariffs…

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Tackling the challenge of low wages in Greece 11:53

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Since the pandemic we’ve seen the Greek government step in to tackle low wages, raising the minimum wage from €650 in 2019 to the latest announcement in early April bringing the gross wage up to €880. These steps come amid both a cost of living crisis and a labor shortage ahead of the summer in the tourism industry, but also other key sectors like agriculture and construction. Yannis Mouzakis, the co-founder and editor of Macropolis.gr, joins Thanos Davelis as we look into the story of Greek wages, breaking down why this remains a big challenge for the government. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here: Minimum wage increase crashes against reality of Greeks' low purchasing power Greece and Egypt sign strategic partnership agreement in Athens European Parliament maintains block on restarting Turkey accession talks…

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Trump says US will stop attacking Houthis after they pledged to stop targeting ships 13:32

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On Tuesday President Trump said that the US would stop attacking the Houthis in Yemen because the group had "capitulated", adding that the Houthis had pledged to stop attacking ships in the Red Sea. This move comes after pressure from both regional players like Saudi Arabia - which President Trump is planning to visit - and from within the MAGA camp. Sean Mathews, a journalist for the Middle East Eye covering the Middle East, North Africa and the Balkans, joins Thanos Davelis as we look into this announcement and break down what it means for the wider region - including Greece. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here: Exclusive: Saudi Arabia pressed Trump to stop attacks on Yemen ahead of visit Trump says the US will stop bombing Yemen’s Houthis after rebels say they’ll stop targeting ships Greece aims to boost domestic defense industry’s role, Dendias says Greece leverages defense spending to underscore US alignment Merz's messy path to power raises questions for future government Merz is weakened from Day 1. Europe will pay the price.…

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Trump's call with Erdogan and the wider messages it sends 11:53

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President Trump said that he had a "very good and productive" call with Turkish President Erdogan, adding that Erdogan had invited him to Turkey and that he would also be coming to Washington. The call comes in the wake of a new crackdown on dissent in Turkey following the arrest of Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, amid speculation that Turkey could send its Russian S-400 missiles to Syria, and as Israel and Turkey are increasingly at odds over Syria. Henri Barkey, an adjunct senior fellow for Middle East studies at the Council on Foreign Relations and the Cohen chair in international relations at Lehigh University, joins Thanos Davelis as we look into Trump and Erdogan’s call and the wider messages it sends. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here: Trump says he had a productive call with Turkey's Erdogan, visits planned EU to set out plans to halt Russian gas imports by end-2027 Greece’s booming tourism sector in race to find workers as summer season looms…

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Erdogan says Turkey's presence on Cyprus will last "for centuries" 11:17

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While visiting the Turkish-occupied northern part of Cyprus this weekend, Turkish President Erdogan said that his country’s presence on the island will continue for centuries, adding that “whoever doesn’t know this must learn it.” Erdogan’s speech drew a swift response from Greece, and comes as the UN is looking to restart talks on the Cyprus issue. At the same time, Athens is looking to resume work on the Great Sea Interconnector that will link its electricity grid with Cyprus and eventually Israel. This could once again test Greek-Turkish relations as Ankara has tried to block this project in the past. Vassilis Nedos, Kathimerini’s diplomatic and defense editor, joins Thanos Davelis with the latest analysis from Athens. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here: Athens decries Erdogan’s remarks from Cyprus’ Turkish-occupied north Erdogan: Turkish occupation of northern Cyprus will last ‘for centuries’ Athens and Sofia seal deal over river access Cyprus and Israel reach agreement on IMEC electrical interconnection and natural gas development…

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Congress spotlights Azerbaijan’s crimes in Nagorno Karabakh 11:57

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A Congressional hearing organized by Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission this week titled “Human Rights in Azerbaijan since the COP 29 UN Climate Change Conference” put the spotlight on Azerbaijan’s ethnic cleansing of Nagorno Karabakh - or Artsakh - and issues such as securing the release of Armenian hostages illegally held by Baku. The hearing came days after the commemoration of the Armenian Genocide. Aram Hamparian, the Executive Director of the Armenian National Committee of America, joins Thanos Davelis as we look into this hearing, and break down what steps the US can take to hold Azerbaijan accountable. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here: Rep. Chris Smith Leads Capitol Hill Hearing Spotlighting Azerbaijan’s Genocide of Artsakh; Armenian Prisoners Trump goes mum on 'Armenian genocide' after Biden recognition Greece and Cyprus among countries helping Israel battle major wildfire US and Cyprus deepen defense ties through upcoming high-level talks…

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Looking back at the Imia crisis and the legacy of US diplomacy 10:10

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In January of 1996 Greece and Turkey came close to conflict when the Imia crisis erupted. The US played a critical role in preventing a military escalation through Assistant Secretary of State Richard Holbrooke, and the US ambassadors in Athens and Ankara. Thomas Niles, the US ambassador in Athens at the time who passed away this week, spoke openly about the crisis in the years that followed, noting that the US had made a “big mistake” in not taking a position on Greek sovereignty in the Aegean. Tom Ellis, the editor in chief of Kathimerini’s English Edition, joins Thanos Davelis as we look back at the Imia crisis of 1996, the US role in preventing a military confrontation, and its lasting legacy today. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here: Thomas Niles, US envoy during Imia crisis, dies at 85 Stournaras: Crisis may be Europe’s chance U.S. Announces Deal to Share Ukraine’s Mineral Wealth US and Ukraine sign agreement creating investment fund after months of negotiations…

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The homecoming of Greece’s 'lost children' 12:49

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The struggle of many Greeks who were sent abroad as children for adoption in the aftermath of the Greek Civil War and the decades that followed is finally coming to an end as the Greek government is now paving the way for them to regain their Greek citizenship. Professor Gonda van Steen, the Koraes Chair at the Centre for Hellenic Studies and Department of Classics at King’s College London and author of the book Adoption, Memory, and Cold War Greece: Kid pro quo?, joins Thanos Davelis as we look into the story of the Greek adoptees and their long and difficult homecoming. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here: A long and difficult homecoming Greece requests EU exemption for 2026 defense spending boost Greek FM highlights Ukraine support, regional ties at Three Seas Summit…

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The story of how a green Patriarch led to a green Pope 9:35

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One of the legacies Pope Francis leaves behind is his commitment to climate action and the environment, a legacy Catholic activists around the world are maintaining. What many people do not realize is that Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, often called the green Patriarch, played a key role in bringing this movement into existence. Bruce Clark, a journalist, author, and commentator on international affairs, religion, and history, joins Thanos Davelis to explore the story of how the green Patriarch led to a green Pope, and look into the close friendship shared by Patriarch Bartholomew and Pope Francis. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here: How a green patriarch led to a green pope Pope Francis, Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew shared deep bond PM Mitsotakis unveils railway safety bill following Tempe tragedy Greece to install train control systems by September in reform after deadly 2023 crash Greece, Turkey to continue talking in May…

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Greece's fragmented opposition and the rise of Zoe Konstantopoulou 12:21

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Since SYRIZA’s collapse in the 2023 national elections, the focus has been on who can lead the opposition. PASOK is the official opposition in parliament, but now another party is stepping into second place in the polls - the anti-establishment left wing Course of Freedom led by Zoe Konstantopoulou. Nektaria Stamouli, the deputy editor in chief of Kathimerini’s English Edition and Politico’s Eastern Mediterranean correspondent, joins Thanos Davelis as we look into the rise of Zoe Konstantopoulou in the polls and Greece’s shifting political landscape. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here: The (near) one-woman show courting Greek voters Zoe Konstantopoulou’s rise and the shifting political landscape Tempe train crash back to the fore German ruling opens door to Greece deportations France supports Greece-Cyprus energy link…

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Mitsotakis announces 1 billion euros in benefits as Greece posts a budget surplus 14:07

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In a surprise move after the Easter break, Prime Minister Mitsotakis announced 1 billion euros in benefits. This followed the release of data showing Greece had secured a budget surplus of 1.3 percent. The announcement is also putting a spotlight on Greece’s politics, with many asking if Mitsotakis is charting a course for a third term with this move. Nick Malkoutzis, the co-founder and editor of Macropolis.gr, joins Thanos Davelis as we look into Greece’s standout fiscal performance, discuss this latest support package, and break down how it ties into Greece’s politics. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here: Greece announces 1 billion euros in financial benefits after posting 1.3% budget surplus PM charts course to third term with promises of more handouts Trump avoids labeling Armenian mass killings as ‘genocide’ UAE offers free-of-charge portable desalination plants to cover arid Cyprus’ summer water needs…

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Germany blocks the sale of Eurofighters to Turkey. Should this serve as an example for the US? 18:50

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Germany’s parliament blocked the sale of Eurofighter Typhoon jets to Turkey earlier this month. This decision follows the arrest of Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, and comes amid reports that Turkey is pressing the US to lift CAATSA sanctions and sell it F-35s. Sinan Ciddi, a non-resident senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and an expert on Turkish politics, and Bradley Bowman, senior director of the Center on Military and Political Power at FDD, join Thanos Davelis as we break down why Germany’s move is significant and whether it should serve as an example to the Trump administration. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here: ‘Attack on Democracy’: Germany Blocks Eurofighter Sale to Turkey for Imprisoning Opposition Leader Time For a New Policy Toward Erdogan FinMin sends message of recovery from IMF Spring Meetings Greece announces 1 billion euros in financial benefits after posting 1.3% budget surplus…

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Cyprus' diplomatic win in Central Asia 15:03

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Earlier this month we saw Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan - Central Asian countries that are also members of the Organization of Turkic States - pledge their support for Cyprus’ sovereignty. The move followed a meeting with top EU officials in Samarkand, and saw Turkish media describe it as a blow for Turkey. Harris Georgiades, the Chairman of the Foreign and European Affairs Committee of Cyprus’ Parliament, Chairman of the “Clerides Institute” and a former Minister of Finance, joins Thanos Davelis as we break down why this is an important diplomatic win, effectively halting Ankara’s efforts to use those states as a vehicle for recognition of the occupied northern part of Cyprus. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here: Central Asian states send envoys to Cyprus, accept UN resolutions on occupied north Banks discovering Greek startups Greek leaders mourn Pope Francis, praise his moral leadership Pope Francis, Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew shared deep bond…

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'Touristification' takes hold in Greece 9:36

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As Greece prepares for another hectic tourism season, it’s not just the popular island destinations that are bracing for the arrival of travelers from around the world. Over the past years, however, we’ve seen almost every region of Greece turn to tourism, a shift experts highlight is unique across the European Union. This trend of touristification - at the expense of other industries - raises concerns about the sustainability of Greece’s tourism model. Alexia Kalaitzi, an award-winning journalist and features reporter for Kathimerini, joins Thanos Davelis as we look into this touristification phenomenon taking shape across Greece. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here: Τουριστικοποίηση: Πρωταθλήτρια Ευρώπης η Ελλάδα ‘Attack on Democracy’: Germany Blocks Eurofighter Sale to Turkey for Imprisoning Opposition Leader US lawmakers against Turkish plans to transfer S-400 to Syria…

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Keeping the pressure on Erdogan over Imamoglu's arrest 14:04

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Since Turkish President Erdogan arrested Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, the country has been rocked by protests and political uncertainty. In the meantime, the main opposition is looking to keep up the pressure on Erdogan and translate anger over Imamoglu’s arrest into a cause that resonates broadly with voters. Dr. Lisel Hintz, Assistant Professor of International Relations at Johns Hopkins University's School of Advanced International Studies and an expert on Turkey, joins Thanos Davelis to look at how Imamoglu’s arrest continues to impact Turkish politics, and break down why Turkey’s democratic future matters beyond its own borders. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here: How Turkey’s opposition plans to take on Erdoğan Turkish court rejects appeal to release Imamoglu as protests persist Why Turkey’s democratic future matters for the world Greece declares EEZ in Ionian Sea after unveiling maritime spatial plan ''This isn’t about headscarves, it’s about who we are''…

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