14
Oct
Eleftheria Tzanakouli
Journalist, Political Analyst, News Anchor
KONTRA Channel
Eleftheria Tzanakouli is a seasoned journalist and political analyst with a strong presence in Greek media and politics. Currently a news anchor at KONTRA Channel, she is also the visionary founder and CEO of the online newspaper PineiosNews.gr, where she provides insightful coverage of both Greek and international affairs. In the 2023 regional elections, Eleftheria ran as a candidate for Regional Governor of Thessaly, achieving significant political traction by securing 10% of the vote share and winning three seats in the regional council.
Her journalism career, deeply rooted in investigative reporting, began during her university years and continues to be a cornerstone of her professional identity. Throughout her career, she has successfully hosted a wide array of television shows spanning diverse topics such as health, entertainment, and political analysis, further solidifying her reputation as a versatile media figure.
Eleftheria holds a BA in Political Science from Democritus University of Thrace and a Master’s Degree in Primary Health Care from the University of Thessaly, which allows her to approach political and health-related issues with a nuanced perspective. In addition to her native Greek, she is fluent in English and currently expanding her linguistic expertise by studying Turkish.