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From Root To Vine

From Root To Vine is the first podcast to archive and explore diasporic Cypriot roots, by speaking to diverse voices at the heart of the community. I (Maria) will be deep diving into Cypriot identity through cultural and historical oral histories in the diaspora and beyond. Whilst our island may be divided, our roots remain as one.
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Jul 4, 2023

For the last episode of the season, plase enjoy a live recording from the Proud Voices panel discussion at the Cyprus High Commission in London to celebrate Pride month. 

On the panel:
Andreas Pavlou - co-founder of the LGBTQ+ UK Cypriot Diaspora Network
Ali Orhan - public health executive specialising in...


Jun 18, 2023

TW: this episode contains language around sexual assault that some listeners may find triggering. Listener discretion is advised.  

In this episode, I am joined by Tugba Mimi. One year ago, Tugba was a victim of r*pe in Cyprus. She is now using her platform to raise awareness about violence against women on the island....


May 28, 2023

In this episode, I am joined by freelance artist and tourist guide Serap Kanay. Serap's work focusses on archival storytelling, encompassing gender, oral history, Afro-Cyprot heritage and trauma. Serap has been avidly researching Afro Cypriot heritage since the 1990’s and her work has been included in several theses....


May 14, 2023

In this episode, I am joined by Andrew Avraam (@andrewavraam_photography). Andrew is an avid photographer whose work explores the abandoned places of Cyprus. On his adventures, Andrew has captured moments in time from abandoned mansions, military bases, Varosha and the UN Buffer Zone. His phorography allows for a window...


May 1, 2023

In this episode, I am joined by drag performer Tahini Molasses (@tahini.molasses). Tahini burst on to the London drag scene just a couple of years ago and is already making waves with their drag, inspired by Cypriot femme expression. We discuss the beauty of exploring Cypriot culture through a queer and drag lens and...