02/11/2026

Greek Parents, American Childhood: Tina Tzortzis on Identity, Culture, and the Realities of the Immigrant Parent Experience

This month, Patricia sits down with Tina Tzortzis to dive into what it’s really like growing up with Greek immigrant parents. From the high expectations to the unmatched family loyalty, Tina opens up about navigating two cultures at once — and how the immigrant parent experience shaped her identity, values, and sense of home.