Beyond the Written Word: Culture DNA, Language, and the Fabric of History

23/02/2025 31 min Temporada 5 Episodio 5

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Join a captivating conversation with Pavlos Pamborides, a Cypriot dental technician and novelist who bridges the worlds of precision and creativity. This Sunday only, a special surprise awaits! Although we usually release a single episode every two Sundays in English, tune in for a special second episode in Greek, airing tonight at 8 p.m. (EET). Don’t miss it! ✨Through his novels, "Τζιαι Πόψε" ("And Now") and "Άλας" ("Salt"), Pavlos explores Cyprus's turbulent history, collective memory, and the enduring power of storytelling.In this episode, we discuss: What is real when writing about the past The role of collective memory in shaping a nation's identity How our collective subconscious is shaped Historical figures speaking a dialect that shaped today Does human nature transcend time and space?Discover how Pavlos uses language and memory to connect the past with the present in a meaningful way.Curated Chapters10:18  The essence of homeland and identity15:09 Collective memory and its impact on identity20:58 The power of dialect in storytelling26:56 Timeless human nature?Follow the Global Greek Influence podcast and leave us a review on Spotify or your favorite podcasting platform. You can also connect with us on LinkedIn, YouTube, X, and TikTok! Visit us at www.global-greek-influence.com for more insights.

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