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
224: Greek Roots, Global Flavors: Ted Pappas on Master Chef 16
Kiki goes behind the scenes of Master Chef with White Apron contestant Ted Pappas. Enjoy a little storytelling, culture and the excitement of the competition.
Today's Lexi:
Συνταγή – Syntagí – Recipe
In Today’s Episode:
Chicagoan Ted Pappas has taken his culture and love of cooking in his personal kitchen to a whole new level. This a...
223: Kiki on Location: Nemea, My Mother’s Homeland
Kiki Vale takes Kefi Life on location to Greece where it all began in Nemea. A stop at Nemea’s oldest restaurant SOFOS is today topic.
Today's Lexi:
Αρχαία – Archaia – Ancient
In Today’s Episode:
“Eu Zyn” is a greeting that was introduced to me last July by host and SOFOS restaurant owner, Eirini Koroka. While rebrand...
222: Santorini Secrets: Mediterranean Living at MIA’S
Kiki goes on location to Greece to experience the Mediterranean Diet — Santorini style.
Today's Lexi:
Μεζέ – Meze – Appetizers
In Today’s Episode:
Join Kiki and Sellia, owner of Mia’s Restaurant on the island of Santorini in Greece. Today you will love an authentic and vibrant conversation about the Mediterranean food that is prepared ...
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...
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 healthies...
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 le...
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...
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:
Tod...
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 info...
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 Valenti...
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 wil...
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 cor...
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...
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....
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 mys...
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. Tu...
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 we...
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 physi...
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 mon...
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...
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