Kefi Life

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

April 23, 2026 30 mins

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.

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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...

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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...

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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...

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February 26, 2026 12 mins

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...

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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...

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January 29, 2026 20 mins

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...

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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...

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January 1, 2026 24 mins

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...

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December 18, 2025 11 mins

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...

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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...

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November 20, 2025 28 mins

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...

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November 6, 2025 20 mins

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...

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October 23, 2025 11 mins

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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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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201: PAROS – The Island for Everyone

Paros is voted best place to visit in 2025 – so Kiki did!  Join her on the island for an up-close and personal view.

Miltos Dovas

Today's Lexi: 

λύπη – Lypi – Regret

In Today’s Episode:

Kiki is fresh from her Greece trip, and she wants to share. 

First stop, Paros – voted best place to visit in Europe this summer.  Tune in for her conversation with Miltos Dovas, Guest Experience Curator at Seni...

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