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After the DragonEp. 10 - Nothing's Good in Excess (The Burnout Society, Byung-Chul Han)Inspired by The Burnout Society by Byung-Chul Han.Thessaloniki, Greece.Today, we explore the paradox of modern life through the lens of Byung-Chul Han’s "The Burnout Society." How has our culture of relentless positivity and self-improvement enslaved us to unsustainable ideals? Is our obsession with personal projects, perpetual growth, and excessive optimism leading us inevitably to burnout?Join me in this raw, authentic discussion about finding moderation in an age that glorifies excess. Because, ultimately, balance might be our only way forward.⚠️ A note to listeners:This e...2025-05-0810 min
After the DragonEp. 9 - “No, But” How About Some “Yes, And”? (Improv & Conflict Transformation)Inspired by: Improv Theater/Improvisation, Johan Gatlung's Conflict Transformation.Thessaloniki, Greece.When was the last time you truly built on someone else’s idea, rather than shutting it down?In this episode, I explore how improvisational theatre, and its central mantra, “Yes, and”, offers powerful insights for navigating life, relationships, and even conflicts & negotiations.Because sometimes, life isn't about who’s right or wrong. It’s about who’s willing to say yes... and.—If you enjoyed this episode, please consider liking, reviewing, and sharing it with others; it helps the show...2025-04-2408 min
After the DragonEp. 8 - One Trip at a Time (Kaizen Philosophy)Inspired by: Kaizen Philosophy of Continuous Improvement. Tirana, Albania. Growth often comes hand-in-hand with discomfort, but change doesn’t always have to be drastic to be meaningful.Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of Kaizen, this episode explores the power of gradual, continuous improvement. Through personal reflections, spontaneous adventures in Albania, and the challenge of facing discomfort, I share practical ways to embrace life’s imperfections and move forward intentionally, one step or trip at a time.What small step can you take today to start improving your life?--2025-04-1010 min
After the DragonEp. 7 - Reflections from the Underground (Notes From Underground, Dostoevsky)Inspired by: Dostoevsky's Notes From Underground. Domatia, Greece. What happens when you retreat so far into your mind that you lose touch with the world around you? What kind of life unfolds when disconnection, doubt, and existential dread become your closest companions?In this episode, inspired by Dostoevsky's Notes from Underground, I reflect on a journey inward; one that took place in the quiet solitude of Domatia, my childhood village, resting in the foothills of Mount Pangaio. This is an episode about grappling with the darkest parts of ourselves, the fragile...2025-03-2711 min
After the DragonEp. 6 - On What We Take for Granted (Power of Gratitude)Inspired by: Positive Psychology's Researches on the Power of Gratitude. Mumbai, India. Caught up in our daily struggles, it's easy to dwell on the negatives and lose sight of anything else. But sometimes, stepping back—or living experiences that shift our perspective—can let us see the full picture. In this episode, I reflect on a transformative trip to Mumbai, where I came face-to-face with my own fallacies and the resilience of those who have far less—yet often, more strength.This is a story of contrasts, of confronting what we take f...2025-03-1312 min
After the DragonEp. 5 - Addicted to Revolution without Revolution (Slava Zizek & Tempi Train Disaster)Inspired by: Slava Zizek & Tempi Train Disaster. Tempi, Greece. A tragic train collision two years ago keeps a nation in mourning. In this episode, I reflect on the deadliest rail disaster in Greece’s history, the Tempi train crash of February 28, 2023.This is a story of negligence, systemic failures that repeatedly attempted to conceal the truth about the disaster from the public, and the human cost of avoidable mistakes. But this episode is not just about a single tragedy; it’s about the patterns that lead to disaster, the responsibility we dema...2025-02-2713 min
After the DragonEp. 4 - Populism, a Drug for Ourselves & our Societies (US 2024 Elections)Inspired by: The US 2024 Elections, Cas Mudde & Cristóbal Rovira Kaltwasser's Populism. Vienna, Austria. What makes us fall for easy solutions in a complicated world? In this episode, I explore the rise of populism with the case of the US in mind, the isolation of modern society, and how it's trying to hold on from anything simplistic to make sense of it. Drawing from personal reflections, political observations, and philosophical insights, this episode dives into how loneliness and frustration lead us to trust ideas, leaders, or promises that often fall short.T...2025-01-2310 min
After the DragonEp. 3 - The Necessary, Invaluable Falls of Life (The Fall, Albert Camus)Inspired by: Albert Camus's 'The Fall. Eani, Greece. After the Dragon returns for 2025, delving into the lessons that emerge from facing life’s hardest moments. Inspired by personal struggles and Albert Camus' The Fall, the episode explores how avoiding responsibility and pain can leave us fragile, like the trees of Biosphere2. Through reflections on failures, guilt, and transformation, this episode challenges us to endure hardships, embrace change, and grow stronger in the process.Further Resources: The Fall (Albert Camus), Biosphere 2 Project-- Did you enjoy th...2025-01-0911 min
After the DragonEp. 2 - The Unbearable Weight of Freedom (The Power of Self Dependence, Jorge Bucay)Inspired by: The Power of Self Dependence, Jorge Bucay. Athens, Greece. With the same existentialism notes, this time inspired by Jorge Bucay's Power of Self Dependence and an old love letter, the second episode revolves around a concept that we consider of great value. While also attempting to avoid at all costs. Freedom.This episode explores deep philosophical concepts that are under-analyzed & overexplained, as the point of the podcast is to inspire you, the listener, to carry on and seek your answers. Great resources to look at are: Philosophize This' Podcast Episodes...2024-12-1910 min
After the DragonEp. 1 - The Art and Struggles of Life Changes (Nietzsche's Stages to the Superior Man)Inspired by: Nietzsche's Stages to the Superior Man. Thessaloniki, Greece. The debut of After the Dragon reflects on life’s most profound challenges and the courage it takes to confront them. Inspired by Nietzsche’s philosophy on life stages and his transformative journey, Michalis unpacks the metaphor of slaying dragons—our personal battles—and how they lead to growth and freedom.This episode explores themes of self-discovery, navigating life changes, and breaking free from limiting contexts. As well as what it takes to evolve from a camel to a lion and, ultimately, to a child...2024-12-0510 min
Cyprus BeatMay 15 Daily News BriefingIn today's episode, Diko is proud to have played a decisive role in the “selection, support and election of Nikos Christodoulides to the presidency of the Republic,” party leader Nicholas Papadopoulos said on Sunday saying the party had backed “an independent candidate who was not part of the traditional political system”.
Meanwhile, the traffic police have been kept busy with more than 2,300 traffic violations recorded in the seven days till Sunday.
Elsewhere, a human skull found by a farmer in Koloni on Sunday will be sent for specialised examinations, Paphos police spokesman Michalis Nicolaou said.
Al...2023-05-1504 min
CyprusBeatMay 15 Daily News BriefingIn today's episode, Diko is proud to have played a decisive role in the “selection, support and election of Nikos Christodoulides to the presidency of the Republic,” party leader Nicholas Papadopoulos said on Sunday saying the party had backed “an independent candidate who was not part of the traditional political system”.Meanwhile, the traffic police have been kept busy with more than 2,300 traffic violations recorded in the seven days till Sunday.Elsewhere, a human skull found by a farmer in Koloni on Sunday will be sent for specialised examinations, Paphos police spokesman Michalis Nicolaou said.All this and...2023-05-1504 min
Asabi DJAsabiDJ 5.11.2022 Programi:AsabiDJ 5.11.2022 Programi:“No Se Vive Feliz Comiendo Perdiz” ― Churupaca“Mas Vale Tarde Que Nunca” ― Fémina“Pride and Joy” ― Stevie Ray Vaughan“Mi niña Lola” ― Buika“Efyges Ologymni” ― Lefteris Papadopoulos, George Dalaras, Michalis Koumbios, Dimitris Mitropanos, Pashalis Terzis, Tasos Grous“Ta Ziliarika Sou Matia” ― Glykeria, Agathonas Iakovidis, Babis Goles“This Is My Song” ― Glykeria, Israeli Philharmonic Orchestra“Pino, Pino” ― Michalis Koumbios, Anastasia Moutsatsou“Baraye” ― Shervin Hajipour“Whites Only Party” ― The Dears“Lay Down Sally” ― Eric Clapton“Punish The Monkey” ― Mark Knopfler“Stand by Me” ― Pablo López "Jahvel Johnson"“Don't Forget Your Hat” ― Mark Knopfler“Wayack - Live” ― No2022-11-052h 35
Esto es sobre...Esto es sobre Larsen C, de Christos PapadopoulosDirector: Christos Papadopoulos
Concepto y coreografía: Christos Papadopoulos
Música y diseño de sonido: Giorgos Poulios
Elenco: Maria Bregianni, Chara Kotsali, Georgios Kotsifakis, Sotiria Koutsopetrou, Alexandros Nouskas-Varelas, Ioanna Paraskevopoulou y Adonis Vais
Dramaturgia: Alexandros Mistriotis
Escenografía: Clio Boboti
Diseño de luces: Eliza Alexandropoulou
Diseño de vestuario: Angelos Mentis
Fotografía: Patroklos Skafidas y Pinelopi Gerasimou
Asistente de coreografía: Martha Pasakopoulou
Asistente de escenografía: Filanthi Bougatsou
Encargado de iluminación: Stavros Kariotoglou
Técnico de escena y sonido: Michalis Sioutis
Técnico de escenario: Michalis Sioutis
Producción: Rena Andreadaki y Zoe Mouschi
Tour mánager: Kons...2021-12-0503 min