30 JUN. 2024 · ***This episode was recorded before the EU Elections. Its creation was supported by the European Alternatives, as part of the DEMO Program***    In the second episode of "EU Matters (or Not)," hosts Nomiki Konst and Dimitra Trousa engage in a profound discussion with academics George Souvlis and Rosa Vasilaki. As the 2024 EU elections draw near, they examine the troubling trends of democratic failure within the EU and the alarming rise of far-right extremism across Europe. Together, they explore the underlying causes, potential consequences, and the critical need for addressing these issues. This episode offers a deep dive into the political landscape, providing listeners with critical insights and fostering a conversation about the future of democracy in Greece and Europe. Tune in for an enlightening and timely dialogue that challenges conventional narratives and sparks thought-provoking debates. Links to George & Rosa's books mentioned in the episode: Mainstreaming the Far Right in Greece: Gender, Media, Armed Forces and the Church | https://politicsofliberation.gr/mainstreaming-the-far-right-in-greece-gender-media-armed-forces-and-the-church/ Fascism Journal | https://brill.com/view/journals/fasc/11/2/fasc.11.issue-2.xml

30 JUN. 2024 · ***This episode was recorded before the EU Elections. Its creation was supported by the European Alternatives, as part of the DEMO Program***  In the inaugural episode of "EU Matters (or Not)," hosts Nomiki Konst and Dimitra Trousa sit down with former journalist turned entrepreneur, Tassos Morfis to kick off a discussion about Greece's position in the European Union as the 2024 EU elections approach. They delve into key issues at stake, from economic challenges and migration to democratic values and the rise of the far-right. This episode sets the stage for a series dedicated to exploring the complex and often contentious relationship between Greece and the EU, offering listeners critical insights, and hopefully sparking thought-provoking conversations on what's to come. Tune in to join the conversation and get a sneak peek into the debates happening on the "Greek side" of the electoral body.