148: A Culinary Veggie Experience on the Greek Island — Milos Part 2 Greek Chef Yiannis Tsagkalos returns to talk food and veggies on the Greek Island of MILOS.  Yiannis Tsagkalos Today's Lexi:  Σέλινο - Selino - Celery In Today’s Episode: Last summer Kiki and family visited the Greek island of Milos for the first time, but not the last. In typical Greek fashion, the hospitality, food, and Thalassa are par excellent.  Today we continue the culinary conversation with Chef Yiannis Tsagkalos of Pathos Restaurant on the Greek island of Milos.  Firstly, where has this fine Greek chef trained in Europe and how does his experience lend itself to the outstanding menu at Pathos restaurant at Milos Cove? Learn what the Greek way is to prepare fish. Lots of talk about beans tomatoes and olive oil. Plus, Chef is sharing cooking techniques to bring into your kitchen. How versatile are beets and what are Chef Yianni’s garlic and celery secrets?? Hope to whet your palate with the flavors of Milos and Chef Tsagkalos. Today's Ola Kala Moment: Veggies in your dessert Resources: Pathos Restaurant - Milos Cove Credits: Music: Spiro Dussias Vocals: Zabrina Hay Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary   🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒 Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul! Insta: @kefilife_Twitter: @KikivaleLinkedIn: Kiki ValeKefiLife.com For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife. This episode made possible in part by: The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1 LTLawChicago.com and Kingdom Farms Wholesale Meats KingdomFarms.com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

147: A Culinary Experience on the Greek Island — Milos Part 1 Greek Chef Yiannis Tsagkalos is curating a culinary experience like no other on the Greek Island of MILOS.  Yiannis Tsagkalos Today's Lexi:  Φαγιτο - Fagito - Food In Today’s Episode: Last summer Kiki and family visited the Greek island of Milos for the first time, but not the last. In typical Greek fashion, the hospitality, food, and Thalassa are par excellent.  Today I go back to the summer when I had the opportunity to meet and visit with Chef Yiannis Tsagkalos who oversees, manages, curates, and cooks for the restaurant PATHOS at Milos Cove. What makes the food experience so memorable here at Pathos? Chef’s menu inspiration comes alive with lots of experience and love…..  deep dive with … Local herbs and produce combined with a Greek, Italian and French twist. How do Greeks use Spearmint? Why does Grandma’s cooking pair so well with the most versatile herbs and which herb is a must? What is Strapasada? Hope to whet your palate with the flavors of Milos and Chef Tsagkalos. Today's Ola Kala Moment: It’s ok to make mistakes when making the process better Resources: Pathos Restaurant - Milos Cove Credits: Music: Spiro Dussias Vocals: Zabrina Hay Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary   🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒 Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul! Insta: @kefilife_Twitter: @KikivaleLinkedIn: Kiki ValeKefiLife.com For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife. This episode made possible in part by: The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1 LTLawChicago.com and Kingdom Farms Wholesale Meats KingdomFarms.com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

146: 27 Sentences That Will Help You Get Leaner Than 98% of The Population with Coach Brooks Coleman Precision Nutrition Coach Brooks Coleman shares 27 sentences that will help you get leaner than 98% of the population.  Part 2 Brooks Coleman Today's Lexi:  πεζοπορία - Pezoporia - Hiking In Today’s Episode: Brooks has helped many people get to their best self — including one man who lost 100 pounds. Today, Coach Brooks shares more important helpful information to help you stay lean. Hear about things like… Diet for rest of life Caloric intake with hormones foods and composition Outdoors in the morning Caffeine rule Booze And so much more to be aware of for the health of it.  Today's Ola Kala Moment: A Protein Rule Resources: Brooks Coleman on Instagram (@thebrookscoleman) Brooks' Newsletter for more in-depth content Credits: Music: Spiro Dussias Vocals: Zabrina Hay Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary   🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒 Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul! Insta: @kefilife_Twitter: @KikivaleLinkedIn: Kiki ValeKefiLife.com For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife. This episode made possible in part by: The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1 LTLawChicago.com and Kingdom Farms Wholesale Meats KingdomFarms.com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

145: 27 Sentences That Will Help You Get Leaner Than 98% of The Population with Coach Brooks Coleman Precision Nutrition Coach Brooks Coleman shares 27 sentences that will help you get leaner than 98% of the population.  Part 1 Brooks Coleman Today's Lexi:  Βάρος - Varos - Weight In Today’s Episode: Brooks has helped many people get to their best self — including one man who lost 100 pounds. Discover today's science about topics like food cravings, high intensity workouts versus walking, and the 80/20 rule. A helpful conversation to help you stay on track and even modify your lifestyle just in the thick of the holiday rush. Today's Ola Kala Moment: Attitudes of Weight Loss Resources: Brooks Coleman on Instagram (@thebrookscoleman) Brooks' Newsletter for more in-depth content Credits: Music: Spiro Dussias Vocals: Zabrina Hay Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary   🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒 Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul! Insta: @kefilife_Twitter: @KikivaleLinkedIn: Kiki ValeKefiLife.com For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife. This episode made possible in part by: The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1 LTLawChicago.com and Kingdom Farms Wholesale Meats KingdomFarms.com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

144: The Greek Language, a myriad of Ideas & Concepts – Inspiring Self Reflection Dr. Anastasia Giannakidou, Frank J. McLoraine Professor of Linguistics at the University of Chicago, enlightens us today to learn more about ourselves with ancient and powerful ideas/concepts found in the Greek Language. Dr. Anastasia Giannakidou Today's Lexi:  Γλώσσα - Glossa - Language In Today’s Episode: A fascinating conversation with Professor Anastasia Giannakidou of University of Chicago reveals the significant value of the Greek language, yesterday and today.  It's an ancient language, which has for thousands of years taught one to think critically/rationally and to be stimulated from the ideas Greeks lived by.  Study of the Greek language is an intellectual activity that will move you to self-reflection and personal growth.  Discover the differences between Koine, Byzantine, and Modern Greek.  How has each form of Greek developed concepts and ideas which positively impact the world today? Today's Ola Kala Moment: Tandem-Exchange – an app to Increase Foreign Language Learning Resources: Dr. Anastasia Giannakidou is the Frank J. McLoraine Professor of Linguistics and the College at the University of Chicago. She studied Classical Philology and Linguistics at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in Greece, and received her PhD in Linguistics from University of Groningen in the Netherlands. She is the founder and director of the Center for Hellenic Studies Center at the University of Chicago which was founded in 2019.  She is also a co-director of the Center for Gesture, Sign and Language, and a collaborator in the Bilingualism Matters initiative in Chicago and the University of Chicago Institute for the Formation of Knowledge. Anastasia's main interest is the study of linguistic meaning, specifically how meaning is produced with language— and pursues linguistic and philosophical analysis grounded in Classical Hellenic thought. Anastasia studies the way beliefs, attitudes, and ideology shape people’s linguistic choices in communication, and overall the relationship between language, thought and reality.  Prof. Giannakidou’s main language of study is Greek; but she has done comparative work on German, Dutch, Spanish, Basque, Korean, and Mandarin Chinese, and has worked on diachronic syntax and semantics. She is the author of numerous articles and books including Polarity Sensitivity as Nonveridical Dependency, Definiteness and Nominalization, Mood, Tense, Aspect Revisited—and most recently, Truth and Veridicality in Grammar and Thought, with the University of Chicago Press. She is currently working on a new book on uncertainty with Cambridge University Press. Credits: Music: Spiro Dussias Vocals: Zabrina Hay Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary   🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒 Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul! Insta: @kefilife_Twitter: @KikivaleLinkedIn: Kiki ValeKefiLife.com For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife. This episode made possible in part by: The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1 LTLawChicago.com and Kingdom Farms Wholesale Meats KingdomFarms.com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

143: A Thanksgiving Message from Kiki Kiki takes a minute to reflect on Thanksgiving and you! Happy Thanksgiving from Kiki  In Today’s Episode: Take a few minutes to listen to Kiki share her thoughts on the day of giving thanks with you in mind. Happy Thanksgiving to one and all!  Credits: Music: Spiro Dussias Vocals: Zabrina Hay Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary   🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒 Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul! Insta: @kefilife_Twitter: @KikivaleLinkedIn: Kiki ValeKefiLife.com For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife. This episode made possible in part by: The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1 LTLawChicago.com and Kingdom Farms Wholesale Meats KingdomFarms.com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

142: The Essential Thanksgiving Table PBS “The Great American Recipe” contestant Ted Pappas sets your essential Thanksgiving table in this episode! Ted Pappas Today's Lexi:  Ευχαριστία - Efxaristia -Thanksgiving In Today’s Episode: PBS’ "The Great American Recipe" contestant Ted Pappas returns to Kefi L!fe to set your Essential Thanksgiving Table.  Ted and Kiki met at his set, his kitchen, to curate a wonderful Thanksgiving for you and your guests this year, and it all begins with the table. Options to think about for your guests: The centerpiece Napkin placement Food served at buffet or at the table. Signature cocktail And let’s remember the prayer of gratitude Bring the outdoors in and remember color, texture and layers this Thanksgiving. Today's Ola Kala Moment: Two Tips for a Healthy Thanksgiving Resources: Ted Pappas on YouTube (@TedsEverydayEats) Ted Pappas in Instagram (@teds_everyday_eats) Credits: Music: Spiro Dussias Vocals: Zabrina Hay Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary   🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒 Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul! Insta: @kefilife_Twitter: @KikivaleLinkedIn: Kiki ValeKefiLife.com For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife. This episode made possible in part by: The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1 LTLawChicago.com and Kingdom Farms Wholesale Meats KingdomFarms.com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

141: Boost Your Immunity!   Registered Dietician Dawn Jackson Blatner has proven strategies to boost your immunity with food the gut, your lifestyle and sleep. Dawn Jackson Blatner Today's Lexi:  Θρεπτικός – Threptikos – Nutrient In Today’s Episode: Dawn Jackson Blatner*, RDN, CSSD and Shape Magazine contributor re connects with Kiki to catch up on proven strategies to boost your immune system during cold months. An outstanding episode to listen to and take away information for your health. Topics of conversation today include: the gut, why you need water and foods that will heal you.  More on sleep too. We look closer at the power of garlic and fermented foods like sauerkraut, and let’s eat leafy greens for the health of it. Bone broth: get it into your weekly menu, and what to drink to decrease inflammation. JOY- the secret nutrient that is within. Your reach!  What an exciting time to check out Kefi L!fe the podcast!  Today's Ola Kala Moment: Five Foods to Eat to Survive Resources: About Dawn Jackson Blatner Dawn Jackson Blatner on Instagram (@djblatner) *Author of The Flexitarian Diet*Author of The Superfood Swap*People Magazine Health Expert*Winner of ABC Reality Show, My Diet Is Better Than Yours*Head Sports Dietitian Chicago Cubs (2010-2020) Credits: Music: Spiro Dussias Vocals: Zabrina Hay Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary   🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒 Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul! Insta: @kefilife_Twitter: @KikivaleLinkedIn: Kiki ValeKefiLife.com For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife. This episode made possible in part by: The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1 LTLawChicago.com and Kingdom Farms Wholesale Meats KingdomFarms.com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

140: A Sommelier’s Wine Tips - from European to Non-Alcoholic and the Microbiome.  Sommelier of the Year Alex Sarovich is serving up wine chat with a look at European, non-alcoholic and Little Saint in Healdsburg, California. Alexandria Sarovich Today's Lexi:  Κρασί - Krasi - Wine In Today’s Episode: Next Wave Sommelier of the Year Alexandria Sarovich joins Kefi L!fe to bring a wealth of wine information for you.  From France to Germany, Alex has studied and worked abroad, landing her in California as Wine Director of Little Saint in Healsburg, CA.  Alex has tasted nearly 15,000 wines in her life and passed one of the most difficult tests: the Master of Sommelier Exam.  Her knowledge translates into great fodder for us. Learn about Great wines in Sonoma, wines of Europe, and even about the sugar content of wine.  How does the microbiome come into play?  What is the difference between European cellars and those in the states? Plus, non-alcoholic is on the rise, and Alex has terrific suggestions for that list. Raise your glass and sip along with Alex and Kiki today! Yiamas! To Our Health! Today's Ola Kala Moment: Farm to Table for Dinner Resources: Next Wave Sommelier of the Year Little Saint Executive Wine Director Alex SarovichFor many, the allure of working in hospitality often stems from early childhood memories of happy family gatherings around the dinner table. For Alexandria (Alex) Sarovich, who has four siblings and a shared Italian/Serbian heritage—this was precisely where her love for all things food and wine began. This sense of cooking and nourishing her loved ones inspired Alex to enroll in Johnson & Wales University in Rhode Island, where she would receive a Bachelor's in Business and an Associate's degree in Culinary Arts. During her time at JWU, Alex discovered her interest in wine. In 2015 she accepted a Beverage Director position back home in Chicago at an E2 Hospitality property. She spent three years honing her craft and running an award-winning beverage program inside JW Marriott hotel's contemporary Italian restaurant. Alex left her first program to explore the wine world in Australia. Alex had the opportunity to work as a sommelier at the World's 50 Best restaurant Attica, where she expanded her knowledge of Australian wines under the tutelage of fellow Chicagoan and acclaimed Sommelier Jane Lopes. After tracking SingleThread Farm, Restaurant & Inn for almost three years, in early 2019, Alex landed her dream job as a Sommelier at SingleThread. During Alex's time as Sommelier at SingleThread she passed the Level 3 Advanced Sommelier Certification. In her current role as Executive Wine Director at Little Saint, she is building an accessible wine program where she leads a talented team dedicated to creating a unique gathering space to support the community and to elevating minority voices in the wine industry. About Little Saint Wine Program Little Saint’s Wine Lounge and Program, led by Executive Wine Director Alexandria Sarovich, highlights a 500+ bottle collection of wines that are made by winemakers committed to lessening their impact on the earth. We feature iconic and new-wave producers from around the globe with a strong representation of California wines. There is a wide array of chilled and natural wines and a reserve cellar. Outside of our favorite Sonoma County producers, we have a deep focus on Champagne, Burgundy, Loire Valley and Italy. About Little Saint Little Saint is a 100% plant-based restaurant, coffee bar, wine lounge, cocktail bar and music venue located in downtown Healdsburg in Sonoma County, California. Born from a passionate collaboration between owners Laurie and Jeff Ubben, Director Jenny Hess, and Creative Director Ken Fulk, Little Saint is dedicated to climate justice, animal welfare, and kindness for all beings with a mindfulness of sustainable practices and support for emerging makers and musicians. The exceptional culinary program has added Little Sa

139: Father & Son Doctors Talk Strong Bones for Life, Service & Medicine.  This week Drs. Liston and Liston join Kiki to connect all the dots with your bones.  From tips to supplements and a few humerus jokes in the middle, you will enjoy this friendly yet helpful interview to get and keep you strong! Dr. Michael Liston Dr. Michael Liston Jr Today's Lexi:  Οστά - Osta (or Kokola) - Bones  In Today’s Episode: Everything is important until you get sick; then you realize health is the most important thing.  Today Father and Son Doctors impart bone health tips with whole person kernels of wisdom. Dr Michael Liston (orthopedic surgeon), together with his son, Dr Michael Liston Jr (family practitioner) are providing the answers to live healthier in your bones.  Which supplements support bone health, and what tests or scans to consider? What is the dexa scan? We need bone marrow to live - what is it? And how does keeping your muscles strong dampen the chance for injury?  Don’t miss this episode, for in it you learn the power of family, role models, inspiration and medical suggestions to keep all of you and yours well, happy and ola kala. Today's Ola Kala Moment: Food to support bone health Resources: Simple Steps to Boost Bone Health Credits: Music: Spiro Dussias Vocals: Zabrina Hay Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary   🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒 Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul! Insta: @kefilife_Twitter: @KikivaleLinkedIn: Kiki ValeKefiLife.com For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife. This episode made possible in part by: The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1 LTLawChicago.com and Kingdom Farms Wholesale Meats KingdomFarms.com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.