I studied history in college, with an emphasis on the rise of dictatorships and fundamentalist regimes. I learned about Cambodia, Iran, Egypt, Nazi Germany and other places around the world …
Author: gregorypappas
I hope you’ll hear me out— even if you don’t agree with me. Because my opinion is just as valid as yours and I do listen to yours, as long …
Fridays in Athens are my favorite day. It’s “laiki” day on Xenokratous Street, just a few steps from my apartment. This wonderful, beautiful lady sold me a handful of parsley …
My heart goes out to family and friends in Australia for the tragic incident in central Melbourne. As the news is still unfolding and victims are still being treated, a …
America 2017… the great melting pot has been stirred so much and has allowed the scum to rise to the surface and now, become “normal.” According to this vile …
Looking back, I think that of all of the Presidents I have been old enough to remember, most of them have been decent men. I may not have agreed with …
It was almost instantaneous. The moment Meryl Streep said her final words during her acceptance speech at the Golden Globes, my Twitter and Facebook newsfeed exploded with digital applause. Dozens …
George Michael wrote and sang my anthem. I doubt there is another song out there that defines me better. Have a listen and sing along. Here comes one for the …
It’s been over two weeks since Christmas Day when that damned BBC news alert popped up on my phone announcing the death of George Michael. I remember feeling paralyzed as …
Words are superfluous. An outpouring of honor and grief, the likes of which haven’t been seen in the UK since the passing of Princess Diana. RIP George Michael. I think …