Jakub Ferenčík
I first moved to Prague in the summer of 2023 when I was conducting primary source research for my dissertation thesis at the National Library of the Czech Republic in the Clementinum building right at the centre of Prague. Anyone who has been to the library knows its notorious reading room, subtle halls, lusciously adorned green courtyard, and vibrant history. The time I spent there and by exploring the unique history of the city cemented my affection for it. I knew I wanted to move back to the region after my graduate studies were over and I was lucky enough to land a position at Radio Prague International (RPI) making that dream a possibility.
Originally, I completed my undergraduate studies in political science and philosophy at the University of British Columbia, at the scenic Okanagan Campus. Afterward I went to McGill University for my graduate degree to study post-communist societies, the political history of eastern and central Europe and, in particular, Czechoslovakia in the interwar years (1918-38) and after the fall of socialism (1990-93). I hope that my avid fandom of politics, history, and everything in between is reflected in the work I do at RPI.
articles by the author
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Czech food prices fall most rapidly in EU
Food prices in Czechia dropped significantly in June, in comparison with the EU, with a 4.8 percent year-on-year decrease.
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Ukrainian journalist Sevgil Musaieva: “Czech people understand the threat of Russia very clearly”
Sevgil Musaieva, a journalist from Crimea, Ukraine, is the editor-in-chief of Ukrainska Pravda and among the initiators of the creation of the KrymSOS web portal.
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Snyder at Borders of (Un)Freedom conference: We should be asking when Russia will lose
"Freedom is closely linked to unpredictability," said Yale Historian Timothy Snyder at a Prague conference titled Borders of (Un)Freedom held in Prague on Monday.
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“He won the hearts of many in Plzeň”: US veteran George Thompson dies at 99
The American war veteran George Thompson, who helped liberate Plzeň in May 1945 with the 16th Armored Division, has died at the age of 99.
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Prague in top 10 destinations for conferences
Prague is in the top 10 most desirable congress and conference destinations globally according to the International Congress Association (ICCA). But why?
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Pavel Nedvěd: One of only two Czechs named European Footballer of Year
Renowned Czech footballer Pavel Nedvěd, gained widespread recognition for his performances playing for the Italian club Juventus and for clinching the Golden Ball in 2003.
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Music
Metallica shares Czech dulcimer band’s rendition of "Nothing Else Matters"
This time, the Muse on the Water music festival in České Budějovice will be accompanied by the dulcimer music of Milan Brouček.
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Czech Pavilion at EXPO 2025 set to be tallest wooden building in Japan
The Czech pavilion for EXPO Osaka 2025, designed by Apropos Architects, will be the tallest wooden structure in Japan. What is the motivation behind the project?
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Could a 4-day workweek be the norm in Czechia?
Research shows that a four-day workweek can significantly reduce stress, illness, and burnout in the workforce. But when could Czechia see such a scheme adopted?
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New museum exhibition in Nelahozeves celebrates Antonín Dvořák
A new museum exhibition in Nelahozeves connects renowned composer Antonín Dvořák’s music with the spirit of his birthplace. The exhibition opened on June 28.