A dramatic television incident occurred on Saturday morning, October 18, 2025, during the “Good Morning” show on SKAI, when the president of Course of Freedom, Zoe Konstantopoulou, abruptly left the studio after a question from journalist Fay Mavragani regarding former Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras’ book. The scene immediately went viral on social media, generating thousands of comments and reactions.
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Video of Zoe Konstantopoulou’s walkout from SKAI studio
What triggered Konstantopoulou’s abrupt departure from SKAI studio
The tension began when Fay Mavragani asked Zoe Konstantopoulou about Alexis Tsipras’ new book titled “Ithaca,” whose name had been announced just the day before. The politician’s reaction was immediate and intense: “Oh please don’t start, no, I didn’t come… We won’t have this conversation and you won’t get a comment from me,” she declared categorically.
The president of Course of Freedom insisted there are much more serious current affairs issues that need to be discussed, specifically mentioning the labor bill and the new Traffic Code. “We will not systematically distract people with non-existent issues,” she emphasized characteristically, believing the question aimed to divert attention from society’s real problems.
The escalation and Zoe Konstantopoulou’s final departure
When the journalist returned with a second question related to Panos Routsis, the situation escalated. Konstantopoulou abruptly announced her intention to leave: “I’m leaving, it doesn’t matter,” she declared, removed her microphone, and departed from the studio visibly annoyed.
Fay Mavragani tried to keep her on the show, saying: “You haven’t learned to leave, you’ve learned to stay and have discussions.” However, Konstantopoulou remained unmoved, accusing the show of “advertising a non-existent situation” and promoting “a politician who is non-existent and inactive.”
Her final words before leaving definitively were: “It doesn’t matter, Mrs. Mavragani. I’m very sorry. If you want to advertise Tsipras, I’m very sorry.”
Fay Mavragani’s viral response
After the commercial break, Fay Mavragani returned on air and commented with humor but also determination on the incident. “Mrs. Konstantopoulou decided to leave. We continue,” she said initially, adding ironically: “The shortest interview of my life” – the interview didn’t exceed two minutes.
The journalist clarified that Konstantopoulou was scheduled to come to the studio at 8:00, but arrived late at 8:20, which she characterized as “natural delay that can happen to anyone.”
The phrase-slogan for press freedom
What stole the show was Fay Mavragani’s decisive statement: “Politicians won’t tell us journalists what to ask. No politician will dictate what we ask. Everyone can decide whether to answer or not. We will ask what we want.”
This phrase immediately went viral on social media, with thousands of users characterizing it as a “lesson in journalistic ethics” and a “moment of television dignity.” Many praised the journalist for her composure, professional stance, and clear defense of press freedom.
The hashtag that trended
The incident immediately went viral on social media. The hashtag #Konstantopoulou quickly climbed to X (formerly Twitter) trends, while thousands of users rushed to comment on the episode.
Internet reactions were divided: Many supported Fay Mavragani’s sobriety and professional stance, commenting that she “reacted with composure and respect.” Others, however, supported Konstantopoulou for choosing not to answer questions she considers “outside political substance” and aimed at distracting public discussion from serious social issues.
Konstantopoulou’s media history
Zoe Konstantopoulou is known for her intense media presence and frequent confrontations with journalists. The president of Course of Freedom has developed a significant social media presence, using platforms like TikTok and X to communicate with her audience, particularly young people.
Her social media strategy has proven effective, with several of her moments going viral, such as her characteristic “little heart” gesture that many politicians and citizens have imitated.
