Kefi Life

100. Happy 100 Kefi L!fe!

100. Happy 100 Kefi L!fe! 
Kefi L!fe the podcast is celebrating 100 and the party is on this week.  Giveaways, a look back and what’s ahead for the next 100!
Kiki Vale
Today's Lexi: 
Ήθος — Ithos (Ethos)
In Today’s Episode:
Happy Birthday to 100 episodes, 7500 downloads, and a top tier apple rating in the food category within USA, Italy, Greece and Czech Republic all inside 2 years of publishing!
Birthdays cause for a look back and then a look ahead.  My birthday party is a celebration of Kefi and how it spices up life but yet keeps it within a well span of Ola Kala.
Cheers to 100 episodes in the can and in the universe, with a look at why I started and why I continue, a look at the guests and lexis and Ola Kala and how I keep it all going.  This podcast is for you the follower to grow in health, wellness and happiness. We are just getting started, so never miss an episode!
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For Today's Ola Kala Moment: Choose Your Attitude
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 on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
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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
 
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.

99. Yia Yia’s Kitchen - Lessons learned!

99. Yia Yia’s Kitchen - Lessons learned!
Lessons from author Brianna Koucos’ Kitchen teaches cooking, life skills and traditions in her new children book collection called Yia Yias Kitchen Book Series.
Brianna Koucos
Today's Lexi: 
Παράδοση — Paradosi (Tradition)
In Today’s Episode:
Meet author Brianna Koucos during a delightful and hopeful conversation with Kiki about preserving legacy, tradition, and family wellness with lessons from the Greek kitchen. 
A former career counselor takes an experience of grief and turns it into moments of joy, tradition, and life skills with the memory of her Yia Yia while writing her new
Yia Yia’s Book Series.  These books, one on Patience, one on Honesty and the third book about Family Tradition are excellent ways for adults to bond with their children, nieces, nephews, grandchildren, friends and loved ones.
Hear about….
How children learn how to be patient through making a meal, preparing a meal correctly and doing it all with love.
Children learning life skills.
The value of making something start to finish.
Discovering what the younger generation can learn from a person born in 1916 and so much more.
Brianna Koucos Midgley grew up in Salt Lake City, UT in a family who loved their Greek heritage and Orthodox faith. Among her fondest childhood memories are the times she spent with her beloved yiayia (Greek for grandmother). In Yiayia’s kitchen, she was not only showered with love, but learned many valuable lessons. Those memories have stayed with her throughout her life, inspiring and shaping her as a person and as a mom.
With her young daughter, and now with her readers, she shares stories of her yiayia and those special moments. From passing down Greek family traditions, to life lessons, Brianna shares her grandmother’s timeless wisdom in her Yiayia’s Kitchen book series. This celebration of the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren, evokes precious memories, and connects generations. Perfect for kids ages 3-10, her books make great gifts for kids and yiayias alike. What a fun gift for a new baby or to announce a pending arrival to a future yiayia!
Brianna also sells custom gifts on her website: yiayiaskitchenchildrensbooks.com.
Yiayia's Kitchen Series by Brianna Koucos
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
When you want to be Ola Kala - All is Well,
Doing it right the first time allows for not having to do it again.
Resources:
yiayiaskitchenchildrensbooks.com/
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 on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
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
 
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.

98. I am Calm

98. I am Calm
A sweet conversation with Kiki’s niece Anastasia results in valuable calming techniques and breathing exercises to make you calm and allow you to think more clearly. 
Kiki and Anastasia
Today's Lexi: 
Ηρεμία — Iremia (Calm)
In Today’s Episode:
Kiki speaks with her well versed young niece Anastasia about the methods of staying calm and bringing breath work into your day for focus and calm of course. 
Today’s Takeaways:
I Am Calm technique
Body Scan
Butterfly breathing
Classroom practices for every age and everyday people
Remember, part of your health and wellness depends on your calm, learn to embrace this usefulness. 
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For Today's Ola Kala Moment: All is well when you begin to self-advocate for yourself. 
Resources:
Forbes.com - How Successful People Stay Calm
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 on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
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
 
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.

97. Well Span, Targeted Nutrition & Blue Zones for a Vibrant 2023!

97. Well Span, Targeted Nutrition & Blue Zones for a Vibrant 2023!
The first Kefi L!fe episode of 2023 prepares you for a year of the most essential ways to eat and thrive in your own environment. From Amino Acids to Nature Walks, you’ll step away feeling terrific!
Dr. Georgia Andrianopoulos
Today's Lexi: 
Μπλε — Ble (Blue)
In Today’s Episode:
Dr. Georgia Andrianopoulos, scientist, and avid humanitarian brings science to the “kitchen table” to combat life-limiting, self-defeating, and self-damaging behaviors and obstacles. 
Topics today include:
Well span vs life span
What is targeted nutrition?
How do we create the Blue Zones in our daily life?
Do aesthetics matter to the brain?
How is vanilla helpful?
Do aerosols impact our brain?
What is Forest Bathing?
What to know about Amino Acids and Alzheimer’s
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For today's Ola Kala Moment: Nature walks on a Bucket List
Resources:
www.healthbrainfitness.com/about
Best Hikes in the World
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 on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
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
 
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.

96. Can’t Put a Price Tag on Love

96. Can’t Put a Price Tag on Love
As 2022 comes to an end, Kiki shares her Kefi wisdom with one and all.  This monologue is all about the power of love.
Kiki Vale
Ikarian Sunset
Today's Lexi: 
ΖΩΗ — ZOI (LIFE)
In Today’s Episode:
Kiki is reflecting on a year that included the most travel, the most milestones, and a bounce back from the pandemic.  This monologue is all about LOVE!
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For today's Ola Kala Moment: All is Well when you consider THE DASH
Resources:
Kefi L!fe Shop
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 on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
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
 
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.

95. Christmas in Bethlehem with Sufian Abu Hanna

95. Christmas in Bethlehem with Sufian Abu Hanna
With days before Christmas, Kefi L!fe travels to the place of Jesus' birth - Bethlehem, West Bank, Palestine - for a look at this Holy and Preserved town. 
Sufian Abu Hanna
Today's Lexi: 
Εκκλησία — Ekkilisia (Church)
In Today’s Episode:
Kefi L!fe goes on location to Bethlehem, West Bank, Palestine, to learn all about Jesus' birthplace and what Bethlehem looks like today.
Our esteemed Licensed Tour Guide Sufian Abu Hanna, a native of Nazareth, adds all the history and archeology to a place that has been preserved over 2,000 years.
Who is Saint Helena? What are her contributions to the finding of the manger?
How many Christians reside in Bethlehem today, and what are the happenings this Christmas season?
This episode with Sufian inspires the masses to visit a place that was, that is, and will always be Bethlehem, the place where Jesus was born.
Merry Christmas!
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For today's Ola Kala Moment: Get that Ola Kala when you feed the hungry!
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 on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
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
 
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.

94. Food, Relationships & the Immune System During the Holidays

94. Food, Relationships & the Immune System During the Holidays
Georgia D. Andrianopoulos, PhD Founder of Brain Fitness, Inc is here with great tips to eat well and enjoy relationships during the hectic festive season.
Dr. Georgia D. Andrianopoulos, PhD
Today's Lexi: 
Διακοπές — Diakopés (Holidays)
In Today’s Episode:
Today we are joined by the prestigious Georgia D. Andrianopoulos, PhD Founder of Brain Fitness, Inc, who is spreading holiday cheer with positive and helpful food and relationship suggestions for a healthy and memorable holiday season.
What do we learn today?  
We address the method to approach food over the holidays.
Is there a relationship to food, and how does matter?
What are the relationship flashpoints during the holidays?  Where should your food/ brain space be this season and which routine will help you save 12-16 hours a week in time?
All this for you this holiday season.
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For today's Ola Kala Moment: Immune Boosters to keep it Ola Kala! 
Resources:
www.healthbrainfitness.com
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 on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
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
 
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.

93. Holiday Mind-Body Relief

93. Holiday Mind-Body Relief
Exercise Physiologist Maura Gates opens her toolbox to provide simple tips for being joyful in mind and body this holiday season.
Maura and Kiki
Today's Lexi: 
Eυγενικός — Evgenikós (Kind)
In Today’s Episode:
Maura Gates - Exercise Physiologist has the tools to help you reduce discomfort and stress so you can experience joy in your mind and body.
Discoverable tips and their use:
Belly Breathing
Bunny Swirl
A formula to decrease inflammation
Holiday stretches
Plan your services ahead of time
Daily remedy for mobility
Feel better and enjoy the season with Maura’s expertise.
Today's Ola Kala Moment:
For today's Ola Kala Moment: All is well with the use of arnica!
Resources:
Maura Gates on LinkedIn (ln/mauragatesatc)
Maura Gates on Instagram (@flex_chicago)
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 on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!
Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!
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
 
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.