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The Greek Shipping PodcastJohn DragnisDr. Kelly Gerakoudi hosts Mr. John Dragnis, CEO of Goldenport Group, for an insightful conversation on leadership, strategic decision-making, and the evolution of Greek shipping. Together, they discuss navigating industry change, building a diversified shipping company, and the bold moves behind going public, delisting, and adapting in a competitive market. With his steady leadership and sharp perspective, Mr. Dragnis offers valuable insights for anyone interested in maritime business, entrepreneurship, or the future of the shipping industry.
2025-06-2552 min
The Greek Shipping PodcastPr. Maria EfthymiouDr. Kelly Gerakoudi hosts an inspiring conversation with Professor Maria Efthymiou, historian of Hellenic and global history. Together, they explore the deep currents of Greek maritime history, culture, and tradition, uncovering the remarkable stories that shaped Greece’s rise as a global shipping powerhouse. Don’t miss this journey through time, sea, and identity, with one of Greece’s most captivating historical voices.
2025-05-291h 03
The Greek Shipping PodcastAlexander HadjipaterasMr. Alexander Hadjipateras, a leading figure in Greek shipping, joins Dr. Kelly Gerakoudi on the Greek Shipping Podcast for a dynamic and insightful conversation. Τhis episode features reflections on personal experiences, industry trends, and leadership in the evolving LPG sector. Through the lens of tradition and innovation, Mr. Hadjipateras shares his perspective as both a legacy bearer and a forward-thinking executive, offering valuable insights into the future of maritime transport.
2025-05-1247 min
The Greek Shipping PodcastIoanna ProcopiouSeason 2-Episode 2:In this episode of the Greek Shipping Podcast, Dr. Kelly Gerakoudi welcomes Ms. Ioanna Procopiou, CEO of Seatraders and Prominence Maritime, for an in-depth discussion on the realities of the shipping industry.Through an unscripted, radio-style conversation, Ms. Procopiou shares her professional journey, key industry insights, and perspectives on leadership and the evolving maritime landscape. Her extensive experience provides valuable takeaways for industry professionals and enthusiasts alike.Join us for an engaging and insightful dialogue with one of the most prominent figures in global shipping.
2025-03-2845 min
The Greek Shipping PodcastAntonis LambrosSeason 2-Episode 1: Sea Stories from 32 Years in Shipping with Antonis Lambros!In the premiere episode of Season 2, we welcome Mr. Antonis Lambros, a seasoned shipping professional with over 32 years of experience, including 26 years at Centrofin Management Inc. With a background in Mechanical Engineering, he has played a key role in technical management, crisis response, fleet operations, ship financing, and vessel sales across tankers, bulk carriers, and cruise ships.We discuss his career journey, the evolution of the shipping industry, and the future of maritime operations. He also shares his insights on what makes...
2025-02-1044 min
The Voices of DubaiThe English Voice of Dubai One TV | Audio Masterclass with Miltiadis “Milton” Kyvernitis!Discover the genius of Miltiadis Kyvernitis, founder of MNK Studios and a seasoned pro audio engineer. From our first encounter during a Dodge campaign recording at SoundStruck Studios in 2018, to numerous collaborations since, Milton's expertise and innovation have consistently impressed. Join us as we unravel the secrets behind his success and explore the future of audio production.
2024-05-181h 10
The Greek Shipping PodcastKostas KontesMr. Kontes narrates to us in this episode, his family’s initial foray into shipping, crediting his father’s profound impact on his decision to pursue the same path.He recounts his experiences from his travels on the cruise ships where he worked in his early days and outlines the reasons he shifted from cruise ships to containers and bulk carriers, while not omitting to give his take on the fact that Greeks are considered the "first" in shipping.In conclusion, he imparts valuable advice to the new generation, aspiring to be part of the mari...
2024-02-1326 min
The Greek Shipping PodcastAlex HadjipaterasAlex Hadjipateras shares with us the origins of his family's successful shipping career, dating back approximately 100 years, driven by the aspiration to enhance their quality of life. With deep pride and reverence for his heritage, he openly acknowledges the weighty legacy and personal responsibility he carries, drawing wisdom from the past while keeping an eye on the future. He recounts the establishment of Greece's first tanker company, Dorian Hellas, in 1973, spearheaded by his visionary grandmother, who astutely invested in Gas Tankers. He also reflects on his father's pivotal role in the transformation of Dorian's fleet from Tankers to LPG...
2023-07-2138 min
The Greek Shipping PodcastIrene DaifasIn this episode of the Greek Shipping podcast, Mrs. Daifa shares the remarkable journey of her father, Stavros Daifas, a self-made shipowner who achieved great success at a young age. He embarked on his entrepreneurial path by acquiring his first motor ship, which eventually led to the establishment of a fleet of trucks operating in the Mediterranean. Mrs. Daifa highlights the significance of her father's initial venture, Stavros Daifas Marine Enterprises, and the groundbreaking innovations he introduced by investing in newly build cargo ships during a challenging period of major refits.She vividly recounts her own pivotal...
2023-06-1335 min
The Greek Shipping PodcastDanae BezantakouMrs. Bezantakou narrates the story of her family's involvement in shipping, starting from her father, a captain in Thenamaris, with references to Mrs. Nounou Martinou and the power of collaboration, which is a fundamental principle of the family.She mentioned her, visiting as a child her parents' workplace, the rich stimuli, and her engagement in small jobs as a game, which made her love shipping deeply and become close, from a very young age, to the values and importance of the industry.She talked about the executives of Thenamaris as part of a large shipping...
2023-04-0634 min
The Greek Shipping PodcastCharalambos SimantonisMr. Charalambos Simantonis starts this, quite interesting conversation, with references to his family shipping company in Piraeus (ships which were built at Hellenic Shipyards) and continues with his path in Merchant Shipping.He talks about the role models and the great personalities of Greek Shipping, as well as the influence his father had on him and on the way he perceives the industry, advising the younger generation to work in a plethora of different shipping companies, in order to gain a range of experiences.He also points out the necessity for maritime executives to be...
2023-02-2428 min
The Greek Shipping PodcastDr. George D. PaterasThe interview for this podcast was taken in “Aplotaria”, the main comercial street of Chios island, in a very casual conversation amongst the bustling local market. This interview is a journey through time and homage to all the significant points that contributed to the success of Greek Shipping. An interview worth listening because it signifies the acknowledgment of Greek sailors by Mr. Pateras, the important role of women who supported Greek Shipping as wives and mothers, the need to impart the knowledge and the advantages of the maritime profession to the new generations and of course, the very...
2023-01-2431 min
The Greek Shipping PodcastStamatis N. TsantanisIn this Interview, Mr. Tsantanis opens up to us in regards to the beginning of his banking career, up to his current position as the Chairman and CEO of Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp.; a company listed on the New York Stock Exchange. He describes his involvement with Shipping, as something he particularly likes and also discusses the current needs of the shipping sector, such as Sustainability, Performance and Regulation; departments, which should definitely be at the focus of the newcomers, interested in working in the Maritime Industry.In closing, Mr. Tsantanis reveals the r...
2022-11-0336 min
The Greek Shipping PodcastJohn PlatsidakisIn this interview Mr. Platsidakis describes us his personal story starting as a student of Mathematics and ‘leading his way’ through a series of ‘coincidences’ to be today one of the most influential people in the Shipping industry according to Lloyd’s List 100 Most Influential People.John Platsidakis started his career in 1978 at Bank of America in Athens, Piraeus and London. He resigned the Bank in 1987 with the title of Vice President and joined Marmaras Shipping Group in Piraeus as Finance Director until 1988. In 1989, Mr. Platsidakis joined the Angelicoussis Shipping Group and assumed the position of the Mana...
2022-09-0930 min
The Greek Shipping PodcastGeorge A. TsavlirisMr. George A. Tsavliris was born in London. He graduated from Athens College in 1968 and having acquired professional qualifications in Shipping (F.I.C.S., ACI.Arb), he concluded his graduate and post graduate studies in Shipping Law at University College London in 1973. He familiarized himself with the shipping and salvage sectors from a very early age by being engaged in the family business. Mr. George Tsavliris is a Principal at “Tsavliris Salvage Group” and represents the business on both a commercial and environmental basis internationally. Mr George Tsavliris was awarded the 2016 Capital Link Greek Shipping Leadership Award, in reco...
2022-07-0534 min
The Greek Shipping PodcastTheodoros VokosIn this interview, Mr. Vokos describes how the Posidonia exhibition has evolved to what it is today, from the 1960s, and also gives us an overview of this year's Posidonia which is set to reach the maximum number of participations, since the beginning of the exhibition. We discuss the perspective of the Shipping Industry development in Greece, the unchanged love of the Greek shipowners for everything Greek, their admission to wanting Greece to be the most advanced shipowner country, while keeping the Greek character of the Shipping Management and offering jobs to as many Greeks a...
2022-05-1328 min
The Greek Shipping PodcastGiannis P. DragnisMr. Dragnis, in the interview he gave us last September, talks about the Yachting industry and the leading position of Greece on the world map, the important advantages of working in the industry, as well as the ever-increasing presence of women in it.In addition, we discussed the boat construction in Perama, the staffing of crews by Greeks, as well as the great development opportunities that Greek companies, offering yacht services, have.Concluding, he pointed out the challenges of the industry and the importance of minimizing carbon dioxide limits in shipping, as well...
2022-04-1531 min
The Greek Shipping PodcastGeorge M. FoustanosGeorge M. Foustanos was born in Athens in 1948. He studied Naval Architecture and Shipbuilding at the Southampton College of Technology before joining his family’s business – Valmas Shipping Ltd. – in 1972. Between 1979 and 1989 he was the director and partner at the Seastar Navigation Co. Ltd. and head of its technical department. From 1990, he has been focused exclusively on researching maritime history and documenting the evolution of the Greek merchant marine since its transition from sail to steam. He has served as the publisher of the maritime periodical “Argo” for 25 years and is the author of 35 books on shipping. George M. Foustanos...
2022-03-0431 min
Grimdark and Dicey | A Ballad of Ash and BloodGrimdark and Dicey | A Ballad of Ash and Blood | Episode 5 | New Friends, New LandsAfter nearly two days at sea, fleeing the incident in Myndontos, the party finally arrives at the military province of Akeros. After disembarking from the ship, the party gets a drink with Zaharias - The Kyvernitis of Akeros - and listens to his proposal for a job. Shoutout to Michael Gelfi Studios, Tabletop Audio, and Epidemic Sounds for music and ambience. #GrimdarkAndDicey #Campaign1 #DungeonsAndDragons #5E #Dungeons #Dragons #Tabletop #Gaming #TTRPG #D&D #DND #criticalrole
2022-02-142h 01
The Greek Shipping PodcastCostis J. FrangoulisIn the third episode of the Podcast we have the pleasure to host Costis J. Frangoulis, the Founder and CEO of Franman. For thirty-one years now, Franman has connected Greek shipping companies with a number of the world’s leading suppliers of equipment and services to the maritime industry. During these three decades the company has equipped approximately 4.500 newbuildings. Today, Franman is considered a leading Trading House internationally. Costis J. Frangoulis among other, is also the President of the Propeller Club, Port of Piraeus, Vice President of the International Propeller Club and Ambassador of the Sa...
2022-02-0129 min
The Greek Shipping PodcastHarry N. VafiasIn the second episode of the Podcast we have the pleasure to host Harry Vafias, who at the age of 27, led StealthGas at the stock market and thus, becoming the youngest CEO of any shipping company, listed in any stock market worldwide.In today’s podcast we’ll be discussing about the starting point of the Stealth Maritime, the working opportunities that the shipping industry has to offer, as well as the risks that Greek ship owners undertake. What are the issues concerning the future of shipping and where the next generation of shipping leaders is focused on...
2022-01-0327 min
The Greek Shipping PodcastManolis Vordonis a leading executive, for 45 years, of the Greek and global shipping industry.On the first edition of this engrossing podcast on Greek Shipping, we are proud to invite Mr. Manolis Vordonis, a leading executive for many decades on the Greek and global shipping industry.Today’s podcast will be offering a great introduction to the roots of Greek Shipping, the core values that constructed this “Greek Empire” and a few personal experiences from Mr. Vordonis 40 year career as the Executive Director of Thenamaris shipping company. His involvement in discussions of the wider maritime trade, as well as being active in civic groups within his local and international commun...
2021-09-2234 min
Unmuted PodcastMiltiadis Nicolaos Kyvernitis (Private Government) - UNMUTED [E34]My guest is Miltiadis Nicolaos Kyvernitis more commonly known as Milton. He’s an audio engineer and a musician that has been a big part of the UAE rock and metal scene for over 15 years.
As an audio engineer he has worked with many from within the local rock, rap and metal scene as well as countless artists from around the world. His band Private Government and their non conventional approach to a band structure have made noise and are a staple within the regional sound.
Milton is also a voice over artist and impressionist...
2020-06-182h 46
Nobody's Famous Podcast#12 - Milton Kyvernitis - Doing voiceover work and producing metal music in DubaiIf there ever was a time where we could do the movie trailer voice for the duration of the episode, this was it. Milton came to us by way of episode 7's Nathalie Rashid. A man who doesn't only do impressions but composes music, renowned for voice over and is a metal head. You don't want to miss Milton, the Dubai One Trailer Guy!
2019-05-271h 05
Basel MeetsMiltiadis Kyvernitis: Rock n’ Roll, Voice Overs & Impressions!Miltiadis Kyvernitis is a man of many many talents, he’s producer, musician and a voice-over legend. He’s best known for his metal outfit, Private Government, who just dropped an epic record! Throughout the podcast we talk about rock n roll, his album, and had fun with voice-overs!
Side note .. this is the best sounding podcast we put out!
Thanks to Hind Anabtawi for producing the episode!
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2018-10-231h 07
Basel MeetsMiltiadis Kyvernitis: Rock n’ Roll, Voice Overs & Impressions!Miltiadis Kyvernitis is a man of many many talents, he’s producer, musician and a voice-over legend. He’s best known for his metal outfit, Private Government, who just dropped an epic record! Throughout the podcast we talk about rock n roll, his album, and had fun with voice-overs!
Side note .. this is the best sounding podcast we put out!
Thanks to Hind Anabtawi for producing the episode!
https://baselmeets.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/MIL-102218-1.46-PM.mp3See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-10-231h 07