Kefi Life
Flourish and feel alive in mind, body and soul - the Greek way! Join radio personality Kiki Vale on Kefi Life, a podcast that will enlighten listeners to discover ways to prosper in life and seize moments. The energy and essence of our episodes is to lead you to a life where all is well - Ola Kala!
Episodes
221: Gut Feeling: The Philosophy of Living Well
Greek Food Infleuncer & Chef Theodoros Pastourmatzis sheds light on the philosophy of gut health in today's episode.
Today's Lexi:
Πικραμύγδαλο – Pikramýgdalo – Bitter Salty
In Today’s Episode:
Greek Influencer and Chef Theodoros Pastourmatzis is on Kefi Life enlightening the audience abut how to think about food, eat it, and be aware of how it affects all of our mind and body.
...
220: Kiki meets Kiki: Olive Oil Health Benefits
Today’s guest, Dr Kiki Zinoviadou shares why olive oil is more than an ingredient—its a way of living.
Today's Lexi:
Ανεκτός – Anektos – Sustainable
In Today’s Episode:
From powerful polyphenols to centuries-old traditions, extra virgin olive oil stands at the intersection of science, culture and daily ritual- proving that the healthiest habits are often the most timeless.
Friend,...
219: From Father to Flavor – Vasili’s Table
Kiki goes on location to Vasili’s in Naperville to capture the food and flavors of the Mediterranean through Papou’s eyes.
Today's Lexi:
Πατριάρχης – Patriarchis – Patriarch
In Today’s Episode:
Kiki is on location at the popular Vasili’s Mediterranean Restaurant.
Here is all about family, flavors of Greece and Papou Vasili’s legacy. You will hear from Vasili’s daughter Patrice, Directo...
218: Mediterranean Made Easy at Brookhaven Market
As Kefi Life leans in on the Mediterranean Diet and Longevity Series, our team goes on location to a place that specializes in curated and healthy European foods to support a life of wellness.
Kiki at Brookhaven
Today's Lexi:
Ψάρι – Psári – Fish
In Today’s Episode:
Kiki is on location at family own Brookhaven Market place in Burr Ridge, IL. She visits with Director of Operations...
217: Mediterranean Diet & Longevity: Series Launch
Check out today’s episode as we kick off the Mediterranean diet secrets for longevity from a Greek restaurant family, as host Kiki Vale shares how growing up in Tasso’s Greek Restaurant shaped her understanding of the lifestyle.
Christina, Kiki, Stacie, and John
Today's Lexi:
Εστιατόριο – Estiatório – Restaurant
In Today’s Episode:
Today’s Kefi Life episode is a snapshot fro...
216: Balance Your Gut, Boost Your Life
“All disease begins in the gut.”
- Hippocrates
The gut can either betray you or nourish you. Today, let’s make it a source of wellness.
Stella Metsovas
Today's Lexi:
Ζάχαρη – Záchari – Sugar
In Today’s Episode:
Let’s find out how to make the gut healthy and happy to boost life and longevity. Today Kiki shares information from several sources to get the gut balanced. One source is foo...
215: The Language of Love: How Culture Teaches Us to Care
Valentine’s Day: it’s often spoken in the language of roses and romance, but love has many dialects. Today learn forms of love in different cultures that can be used in everyday life.
Kiki & Dawit
Today's Lexi:
Φροντίδα – Frontida – Care
In Today’s Episode:
We have a sweet holiday coming up. How will you express your love this Valentine’s Day? In many cultures, love is...
214: Elevate Your Mind with Books—2026
Today Kiki and Kyriako share top book picks that support growth, clarity and living with intention in 2026.
Kiki & Kyriako
Today's Lexi:
Ησυχία – Isychía – Quiet
In Today’s Episode:
Today Kiki and Kyriako, a transformational fitness coach, share top book picks that support growth, clarity and living with intention in 2026.
Together they discuss reads that will expand your mindset and str...
213: Positive Thoughts & Talk Equals a Positive Life
By embracing positive thinking, we can nurture not only our mental wellbeing but also our physical health at the cellular level. Learn more today on Kefi Life.
Today's Lexi:
Σκέψεις – Skepsis – Thoughts
In Today’s Episode:
The medical field has produced studies which highlight the brain and nervous system. Each activates the prefrontal cortex. Positive words stimulate th...
212: The Healing Intelligence of Music
A moving conversation with Greek Classical Composer and Pianist Eugenia Manolidou shines the light on how music is a living force for healing, memory and emotional regulation.
Kiki and Eugenia
Today's Lexi:
Φεγγάρι – Fengári – Moon
In Today’s Episode:
The Buzz for Longevity: Paths to Renewal Series continues today with MUSIC THERAPY. Kiki and Kefi Life are joined by Greek Classical Composer...
211: Dance Therapy — Heal with Movement
How are dance and health connected? Is movement a form of medicine? Kiki is live on location at a Hawaiian luau.
Today's Lexi:
Χορός – Choros – Dance
In Today’s Episode:
In this immersive episode, Kefi Life goes on location for a joyful luau where movement becomes medicine. Rooted in cultural expression we look at the powerful science behind dance therapy.
Harvard research shows how dance...
210: ART & KEFI: A Doorway To Peace and Everyday Wellness
A unexpected doodling art class opened my eyes to possibilities of being well through art. Artist Christina Angelos joins to reveal ways to heal through art.
Kiki & Christina
Today's Lexi:
Συνεργείο – Synergeio – Workshop
In Today’s Episode:
Christina Angelos is a Fine Artist, Curator, and Modern-Day Philosopher capturing the soul’s mystical experience of Greece, i...
209: Strength Training: A Path to Renewal
Transformational Fitness & Mindset Coach Kyriakos Kalamaras coaches us on getting strong in the mind, body and spirit.
Kyriakos
Today's Lexi:
Δύναμη – Dynami – Strength
In Today’s Episode:
Transformational Fitness and Mindset Coach is revolutionizing human potential and helping you to supercharge your health, ignite your mind and achieve the impossible. Tune in to the Kefi Life podca...
208: Vitamin Drips for Modern Wellness
Discover how InfuseWell Concierge is redefining vitality through vitamin drips that rejuvenate, energize and restore balance from the inside out.
Kiki and Olya
Today's Lexi:
Βιταμίνες – Vitaminas – Vitamins
In Today’s Episode:
Kiki is joined by nurse and InfuseWell Concierge owner OLYA BORSUK to discuss the vitamin drips expereince and why it helps improve your wellbeing. You will learn abou...
207: Cupping — A Path To Renewal
Discover how cupping awakens your body’s natural vitality with PT PhD Tim Rylander. Dr Tim explains the method and benefits of this ancient practice.
Tim Rylander
Today's Lexi:
Αρχαίος – Archaios – Ancient
In Today’s Episode:
Kiki is on location at Impact Physical Therapy learning the practice of cupping. Dr Tim Rylander, an expert in many physical modalities, enlightens our audience on why one...
206: Stay Well Through the Season Changes
Soon we will enter the season of fall into winter. Kiki gets us ready for the changes and offers practical tips to keep you well.
Today's Lexi:
Aλλαγή – Allagi – Change
In Today’s Episode:
Today, Kiki puts the focus on prevention and preparation of keeping a healthy body through the seasons.
LEARN: Which foods build a stronger immune system for the colder months? What does ancient Chine...
205: Echoes of Sparta: Football Lessons for Life’s Challenges
The Spartans leave a legacy of life’s great lessons.
Today's Lexi:
Κληρονομία – Kliornomia – Heritage
In Today’s Episode:
Football season is back, and it is a huge part of Kiki’s family.
Today is all about connecting the dots. Kiki’s social media director, Morgan, shares the story of the Spartan spirit handed down by her Papou- Grandfather.
The name itself carries ech...
204: Long Live Ancient Greek Language with Eugenia Manolidou
Classical Greek composer turned Ancient Greek school director, Eugenia Manolidou, ignites the desire to “Know the Self,” through the classical Greek language.
Eugenia with Students
Today's Lexi:
Παιδεια – Paideia – Education
In Today’s Episode:
Kiki is delighted to introduce the well-respected Eugenia Manolidou. A classically trained composer, Eugenia has paused her mu...
203: Flavors of Europe at Minos Imported Foods
Kefi Life goes on location to Minos Imported Foods for a taste of Europe.
Kiki & Bob
Today's Lexi:
Τυρί – Tyri – Cheese
In Today’s Episode:
Kiki goes on location to one of Kefi Life’s specialty vendors. Meet Co-owner Bob Denic as the two stroll through the store checking out foods that bring back the nostalgia and taste of the old country with home cooked meals and family. Res...
202: August is Health and Wellness Month – WATER
Seize the opportunity to participate in Health and Wellness Month by engaging in water.
Today's Lexi:
Oρίζοντας – Orizontas – Horizon
In Today’s Episode:
Join Kiki as she shares the one simple and basic way to stay healthy and well. Today it’s all about the benefits of drinking water and getting in the water. Whether you are near a tub, lake, ocean, or the sea, water will support...
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