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Greek Like Me

A podcast about all things Greek. History. Language. Lore. Culture. Food. Mythology. Family and more. From diners to the Ottoman Empire, from the history of baklava to Greek Independence. What it means to be Greek and how it shapes our world.

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This & That II: Updates on Cats of Greece, Harry Agganis & Why Greeks Spit
This & That II: Updates on Cats of Greece, Harry Agganis & Why Greeks Spit

We share more about past episodes Cats in Greece, sports superstar Harry Agganis, and Why Greeks Spit.

Why Do Greeks Spit to Ward Off Evil Spirits?

Imam and Cat

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The Golden Greek: Harry Agganis
The Golden Greek: Harry Agganis

The Golden Greek, Harry Agganis. His life and death are as inspiring as they are heartbreaking. A sports legend by his teens, he broke records in high school and college. He was finally living the dream as a pro baseball player when his bright light was unexpectedly snuffed out.

Links

Harry Agganis: Legend and Legacy

Agganis Arena at Boston University

The Golden Greek

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The Cats of Greece
The Cats of Greece

Why are there so many cats in Greece? Where did they come from? We turned to Greek history, mythology, and the island nation of Cyprus looking for answers.

 
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Travels in Greece
Travels in Greece

We’re back after a 2 week hiatus with an episode about finally getting to the mother country! We’re sharing a few highlights and what we learned on our trip to make travel around Athens and a few of the islands easier.

Bonus Greek phrase: Χάσαμε το λεοφορείo! (Hà-sa-meh toh lay-o-for-ee-o)We missed the bus!!

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Why Are There Two Easters?
Why Are There Two Easters?

Growing up we celebrated TWO Easters: American Easter and Greek Easter. Wait…why are there two Easters? It’s complicated.

 
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