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Hotel Talk with Farah Shammas
Inspirational lives, careers, stories and lessons of fascinating people from all walks of life who are brought together by hotels, one way or another.
Episodes
157 episodes
The Vision Behind the Brand: Laura Neroulias on PR, Partnerships & Purpose
In this episode, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with the incredible Laura Neroulias Bisiotis, founder of LΩRA PR, a full-service PR agency known for its dynamic approach to media relations, influencer marketing, strategic partnersh...
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Episode 157
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Marios Priamos: What Came After Survivor Greece
Episode 156 is out with Marios Priamos, one of Cyprus' most recognized TV personalities and adventurers. From his breakout fame on Survivor Greece to hosting and participating in multiple shows, Marios opens up about what f...
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Episode 156
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Vlad NCL: The Man Who Went Viral as a Woman
In this powerful episode of Hotel Talk with Farah, we sit down with the brilliantly complex Vladimir, also known as Vlad NCL, Nataly Oohoo and Nataly Omnarova. With millions of views across Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, Vlad is famou...
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Episode 155
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Art Will Save the World with Zeina Nader
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with internationally acclaimed Lebanese artist Zeina Nader, whose work has been exhibited in over 100 shows across the globe, from Tokyo to New York. Zeina shares her fascinating journey from a care...
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Episode 154
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Gala Grigoreva on Marketing, Well-being, and Women in Tech
Gala Grigoreva is a powerhouse of talent and leadership across multiple fields. She is the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Adsterra, with over 15 years of experience in global marketing. But her impact goes far beyond that, she’s a marketing m...
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Episode 153
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From Passion to Purpose: Inside The Mighty Kitchen with George Vou
In this episode, we sit down with George Vou, the visionary CEO and founder of The Mighty Kitchen, a plant-based company that's redefining the future of food. George shares his personal journey to becoming vegan, what inspir...
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Episode 152
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Authenticity Is Her Superpower – A Conversation with Pan Dragomir
In this special episode, we sit down with Pan Dragomir, one of Cyprus' most loved content creators. Known for her unapologetically real and ironic humor, Pan has captured the hearts of thousands through her funny and relatable videos. With over...
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Episode 151
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Limassol2030: A cultural vision for the future with Eleana Alexandrou
In this special episode, we sit down with Elena Alexandrou, Artistic Director of Lemesos 2030, to explore Limassol’s inspiring journey toward becoming the European Capital of Culture. We dive into the vision behind the initiative, the cultural ...
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Episode 150
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Christiana Aravi: The Spa Manager Breaking Barriers in Wellness & Communication
In this episode, we sit down with our amazing Spa Manager at St Raphael Resort & Marina, Christiana Aravi ! We’ll explore her inspiring journey, from her previous roles to how she became an essential part of our hotel team.Christiana...
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Episode 149
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The Power of Movement: Dance, Creativity & Well-Being with Lia Haraki
Lia Haraki is a Cyprus-born interdisciplinary performance artist whose work blends dance, theatre, spoken word, and music. With over two decades of experience, she has created more than fifty works presented across Europe, including at the Veni...
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Episode 148
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Revolutionizing Sweets: How Marina Christoforou is Changing the Game
In this episode of Hotel Talk with Farah Shammas, we sit down with Marina Christoforou, the founder of En Healthy, a delicious and nutritious dessert lab in Pareklissia, Limassol. Marina’s journey into the world of health...
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Episode 147
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Fuckup Nights & Life Lessons: Maria Sibirtseva Tells Her Story
In this episode of Hotel Talk, we dive into an eye-opening conversation about failure, resilience, and personal growth. Our guest shares her journey from Ukraine to Cyprus, her experiences in marketing, and why Fuckup Nights is an...
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Episode 146
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Alex Eng’s Hospitality Journey: Bringing Luxury to Lefkara
In this episode, we sit down with Aleksander Eng, the Managing Director and Owner of Agora Hotel, a luxurious boutique hotel in Cyprus with a truly unique style.Alex grew up in the UK and has traveled the world with his family, gaining i...
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Episode 145
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Women’s Day Special: Jessica’s Inspiring Journey
In this special Women’s Day episode, we sit down with Jessica, one of our beloved housekeeping team members at St Raphael Resort. Jessica shares her incredible journey from Ethiopia to Cyprus, opening up about the challenges she faced, ...
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Episode 144
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From the Throne to our podcast: Limassol’s Carnival King Tells All
Brace yourselves because Limassol’s Carnival King 2025, Vasilis Papavasiliou, is joining our podcast! 👑🎉We’ll dive into his incredible journey, how he earned the crown, the excitement of carnival week, the intense preparations, an...
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Episode 143
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From Young Dreamers to Media Founders: Nour & Fadi Samaha
Meet two young brothers who started their journey from Lebanon to Cyprus and built IY Media.We’ll dive into their life, vision, and goals, discuss marketing trends for 2025, explore how they became Meta Partners, and discover how they b...
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Episode 142
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Healing Trauma & Addiction: A Conversation with Heather R. Hayes
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Heather R. Hayes, a renowned interventionist, counselor, and expert in trauma, addiction, and mental health. With over 30 years of experience, Heather has dedicated her life to helping adolescents, you...
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Episode 141
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Success, Compliance & Wellbeing: A Leadership Masterclass with Cleo Papadopoulou
In this episode, we’ll be joined by Cleo Papadopoulou – Partner at PwC Cyprus, Head of Connected Compliance Managed Services CoE, Chief Learning Officer, Chief Inclusion & Diversity Officer, and leader in the shipping sector.We’ll d...
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Episode 140
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Dr. Marianna Prokopi-Demetriades: Inspiring the Next Generation of Scientific Leader
What an amazing interview that was with Dr. Marianna Prokopi-Demetriades, a trailblazing biotech innovator and entrepreneur whose journey from Greece to Cyprus has revolutionized personalized cancer care!From her academic roots at King’...
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Episode 139
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Dr. Gemma on Endocrinology and Modern Health
Dr. Gemma Fraterrigo is a dedicated Endocrinologist specializing in diabetes management, hormone health, and achieving balanced wellness. Based in Limassol, she combines her expertise with a passion for helping individuals manage weight and imp...
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Episode 138
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Leading with Vision: Natasa Pilides, Former Minister of Energy, on Public Service and Innovation
In this episode, we welcome Natasa Pilides, former Minister of Energy, Commerce, and Industry of Cyprus, to share her inspiring journey. As the first Deputy Minister of Shipping, she broke barriers, led impactful initiatives in energy and comme...
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Episode 137
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A Journey of Growth and Connection with Viola Edward
In this episode, we talk with Viola Edward, a psychotherapist, social entrepreneur, and expert in mental health and breathwork. Viola shares her story of moving to a new country as a teenager, starting work at 13, and building a life full of pu...
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Episode 136
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Wishes from Parisa Shammas Papadopoulou 🎄
This Festive Season, we’re thrilled to hand the mic to Parisa for a heartfelt interview brimming with festive joy and her unique holiday perspective! 🌟From all of us at the Hotel Talk Podcast and the St. Raphael Hotel, we w...
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Episode 135
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Life Lessons and the Magic of Christmas: A Conversation with Dr Ilona Markosyan
This Christmas week, we sit down with Mrs. Ilona Markosyan, who shares her inspiring journey from Armenia to Greece and finally to Cyprus. Ilona opens up about the universal truths that unite us, love, acceptance, and
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Episode 134
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Transforming Life into Art: A Conversation with Lina Husseini
In this episode, we sit down with Lina Maalouf Husseini, a French-Lebanese, self-taught artist.Lina's art bridges cultures, influenced by her life between Lebanon and France. Known for her contemporary approach, she transforms ord...
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Episode 133
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