https://www.youtube.com/embed/IN2RzplEo-c Have you ever wondered what it really takes to bring about change?  On November 17, 1973, Athens, Greece, saw a massive tragedy take place all in the name of positive change. The Athens Polytechnic uprising consisted of university students—many of whom sacrificed themselves during protests—who were sick of the corrupted junta regime.  In this article, you’ll learn about what events took place on this date and how Greeks commemorate them today. 1. What was the Athens Polytechnic Uprising? The Athens Polytechnic Uprising was a student-led protest against the so-called χούντα (húda), or "junta." The junta, led by George Papadopoulos, was an extreme right-wing... Show more

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What is Ohi Day, and what role does it play in Greek culture? Simply put, on Ohi Day, Greece commemorates the day on which the Greek prime minister refused an ultimatum provided by the Italians in 1940. This significant action led to (and took place at the same time as) a chain of events that unraveled throughout WWII and the Greco-Italian War. In this article, you’ll learn the most essential Ohi Day facts: its history, current celebrations, and related vocabulary. At GreekPod101.com, we hope to make every aspect of your language-learning journey both fun and informative! 1. Ohi Day Foundations: What is Ohi Day in Greece? On Ohi Day, we celebrate the anniversary of OHI (NO). It's a day of national celebration and a... Show more

Greeks are very passionate and expressive in verbal, as well as non-verbal, communication. Therefore, body language in Greek culture is taken quite seriously. You should expect a wide range of gestures to be used during communication. Some of them are widely used throughout the world, but others may have a different meaning, or are even unique to Greek culture. In this blogpost, GreekPod101.com has gathered for you all the popular Greek gestures and nods, helping you understand non-verbal communication in Greece in-depth, from body language to express yourself during casual encounters with friends to common gestures in Greek business. Start with a bonus, and download your FREE cheat sheet - How to Improve Your Greek Skills! (Logged-In... Show more

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