Speak if it's Greek
Truth or lie, fact or fiction? In our show "Speak if it's Greek" we wish to give you, the listener, in an entertaining way the chance to test your own knowledge.
Is the story you will hear true, and the item really of Greek origin? Or are we just pulling your leg? Listen an decide for yourself. The correct answer will be given away every week in the preview, and below the video.
So go ahead and Speak if it's Greek!
Coin money
The concept of coin money was spread by the Greeks. Or was it? This is our story about the invention of coins, but it is up to you to decide if we are pulling your leg or if it's true.
The Hula Hoop
If you are holding a hula hoop in your hand you may get reminded of your childhood, doing hooping exercises trying out new tricks and contest about which person is able to keep the hula hoop as long as possible on their waist.
Here is our story about hooping!
Black powder
I hope you know about Chios Island and its city Vrontados. The coastern town is very famous for their Easter celebration and its tradition: the rocket war. But are they the inventor of the black powder, too?
The Toothbrush
Everybody uses it every morning and every evening (or should use at least). Children sing songs about it and learn how to use it since a very early age. A Very important and useful tool
The Vending Machine
If you are hungry and find yourself standing at a lonely train station platform and and all shops are already closed, than there is only one option left, try out the vending machine.
Vending machines are small automats which normally sell some sweets and soft-, or energydrinks.
But there are also a few specials ones selling shoes, make-up, fried potatoes and even computer keyboards.
The Cork
The cork is a really important invention. Every one of you uses the cork, or maybe the plastic sister, the plastic lid, everyday. But did you know that this really important product was invented in the country of the great inventors and thinkers? Elektra Telchinen invented the cork a few days after the national holiday in Greece. She used the olive tree for her first prototype and today they use many different materials, for example the well-known plastic lid.
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