“This is a man whose name is closely associated with the folklore tradition of Messinia. Not only that, but he is also the author of many significant books on folklore, as well as ancient and modern Greek. He has published many articles and book reviews in distinguished folklore and educational journals. We are talking about Mr. Aristeidis N. Doulaveras, Associate Professor of Folklore at the Department of History, Archaeology, and Cultural Resources Management, University of Peloponnese, who will talk to us about the role of folklore in modern life.”